Major transformation works at Bury Interchange to begin this month

Bury Interchange is set to undergo major redevelopment works later this month, with plans to transform the existing site into a modern and accessible transport hub.

Work on the project, which will be delivered in two phases, is scheduled to start in mid-November when construction of a new footbridge and improvements to the tram platforms will begin.

Once the first phase is complete, work can then begin on redeveloping the whole of Bury Interchange. Bosses say the changes will make it easier for people to travel on the Bee Network by bus, tram, walking, wheeling or cycling.

Trams will continue running to Bury throughout most of the project, although there will be some planned disruption to journeys which passengers will be given advance notice of.

Willmott Dixon, the Oldham-based company behind the award-winning Stockport Interchange which opened in 2024, has been appointed by Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) to carry out the first phase of work at Bury Interchange, which is expected to be completed in early 2028.

Bev Craig, Mayor of Greater Manchester, said: “Bury Interchange has been here for over 40 years and it’s served the community well – thousands of people pass through it every day. But everyone can see it’s becoming worn out, so it’s about time we invested in it and made it a proper gateway to the town centre.

“This will be brilliant for Bury and I’m so pleased that we’re getting on with delivering it.”

Vernon Everitt, Transport Commissioner for Greater Manchester, said: “The redevelopment of Bury Interchange will make journeys easier for people using Bee Network trams and buses and deliver vast improvements for Bury town centre. Starting this month, we will begin to turn this outdated facility into a modern, accessible and welcoming place, putting public transport at the heart of the town’s regeneration.”

The new footbridge will connect Union Square and Pyramid Park with a new lift providing step-free access to the Metrolink platforms which will be resurfaced with the canopies replaced, lighting, signage and CCTV upgraded, and passenger information displays and ticketing facilities improved.

This work will pave the way for the full redevelopment of the interchange which will be subject to a public consultation this winter.

New apartments are also planned as part of the second phase of the project, which is due to start in 2028, supporting Bury Council’s wider regeneration and housing plans for the town centre.

Part of the Metrolink car park will be used for a construction site compound while work takes place, but most of the parking spaces will still be available throughout the first phase of the project.

There may be some short-term closures of the car park during this phase of work. However, alternative Metrolink Park and Ride parking will be available at Radcliffe and Whitefield.