A new Metrolink stop for Elton Reservoir ahead of a huge housing development set to be built in the area has been put forward in fresh plans. The tram stop has been proposed as part of major plans to construct 3,500 homes, two new primary schools and retail, health and community facilities by developer Peel. As part of the proposals there is a requirement to provide a new Metrolink stop and travel hub park and ride facilities.
The proposed tram stop at Elton Reservoir (Image: Bury Council) The park and ride facility will widen the catchment area for those living further away and make it easier for people to switch longer car journeys to more sustainable modes, developers say. Key elements of the travel hub will include secure cycle parking, drop-off pick-up and taxi bays, shared mobility spaces, EV charging points and potentially parcel lockers. Read more: Bury Council plans to re-purchase homes it has lost to RTB The stop will also increase the attractiveness of the reservoir as a leisure destination and provide better access to greenspace in Bury.
The housing development is included in the Greater Manchester Places For Everyone plan, which is a long-term development strategy for homes, jobs and growth for nine of the ten boroughs of the region, all bar Stockport. Read more: Mill School Bury rated as 'requires improvement' by Ofsted Head of rapid transit development at Transport for Greater Manchester, Luke Bramwell, said: “The Places for Everyone Joint Development Plan Do.
