A57 link roads project

From January 2026, further planned roadworks will take place in Mottram-in-Longdendale/Hollingworth in Tameside.

These are preliminary works to prepare for the future construction of one of two new link roads between Manchester and Sheffield, with traffic management and closure/narrowing of cycle and vehicle lanes remaining in place throughout the scheme.

Upcoming works

UPDATE: The three weekend closures on Mottram Moor in March will no longer go ahead.
Temporary traffic signals will be in place on Mottram Moor from 7pm on Friday 13th March to 6am on Monday 16th March and from 7pm Friday 20th March to 6am on Monday 23rd March.
The temporary traffic signals will replace the existing permanent signal arrangements at Back Moor to allow the traffic to move more efficiently. Drivers will be managed in a single file system in both directions to ensure everyone’s safety.
On weekdays from 6am Monday 16 March to 7pm Friday 20 March, Mottram Moor will be reduced to a single lane in both directions. This work is needed to complete utility works and build a new plant crossing, which will allow construction materials to be moved safely and efficiently across the A57.

For more information, please visit the National Highways website.

The A57 between Manchester and Sheffield currently suffers from heavy congestion, creating unreliable journeys.

The A57 Link Road project aims to improve connectivity between both cities, increase reliability of journeys and reduce congestion through Mottram in Longdendale and between Manchester and Sheffield over the years to come.

This scheme will consist of two new link roads including a dual carriageway from M67 Junction 4 to a new junction on the A57(T) at Mottram Moor, and a new single carriageway link from the A57(T) at Mottram Moor to a new junction on the A57 in Wooley Bridge.

National Highways have planned the works to minimise disruption for all modes of travel, while enabling the works to be carried out safely and efficiently.