A £1.2m walking and cycling scheme that could kick-start regeneration in a deprived area of Rochdale has taken an important step forward.
Council chiefs unanimously agreed to push ahead with ‘major improvements’ to Castleton’s high street’ including ‘dedicated facilities’ for people travelling by bike or on foot.
Dubbed ‘Castleton Phase 1’ it would create protected cycle lanes from the train station to the Royal Toby Hotel, as well as enhancing crossings at Royle Barn Road, Nixon Street and Manchester Road. READ MORE : Plans to develop derelict site of former asbestos factory expected by end of 2024 A 52-space car park on land opposite Nixon Street has also been added to the scheme after locals raised concerns over a loss of spaces and the
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