Townhead Junction update

Townhead Junction Map

Work is ongoing within the centre of the roundabout to install the kerbs, drainage and street lighting for the new junction.

The traffic island within Yorkshire Street for the new signal controlled pedestrian crossing has now been tarmacked. Work is ongoing to reconstruct the footpaths heading towards the junction, and to install new ducts and drainage. This will require the road to be narrowed at times for safety reasons.

The area between Pitt Street and Whitworth Road is currently being prepared for the construction of the new footpaths and landscaped areas.

The footpath at the top of John Street, next to M&S Discounts, has been widened and new paving flags will be laid shortly.

The subway under St Mary’s Gate, adjacent to Dunelm, has been permanently closed to the public. Over the coming months, this subway will be removed and replaced with safer surface pedestrian crossings. The subway ramps at either end have been filled, and work is ongoing to reconstruct the adjacent footpaths. Pedestrians are advised to use the subway at the end of Cheetham Street, by following signs for this alternative crossing point.

A new road layout has been in place since Monday 17 March. New lanes have been introduced, which are being temporarily marked by cones. John Street has been reduced to one lane on the approach to the junction, and Whitworth Road and Yorkshire Street have also been narrowed for safety reasons. Please see the plan below for more information.

Please note, the layout image (see above right) is provided for guidance only, and drivers should follow all temporary road markings and signage around the junction. Drivers are advised to take care when travelling through the area, and to observe the "Give Way" signs on the approaches to the junction, giving priority to traffic approaching from the right. Delays are expected so please allow extra time for your journey.

Regular updates on the progress of the junction improvements will be made available over the coming weeks on this web site.