Construction work has commenced on a new railway station in Cheadle, Greater Manchester. This development follows a "major breakthrough" regarding issues that had previously delayed the project.
The village has been without a working railway station since 1917. Funding for the new station, which will be located next to Alexandra Hospital, was granted in 2022. However, progress was stalled due to concerns that construction might delay other trains on the Mid-Cheshire network.
Last month, rail industry partners indicated that potential train delays could be managed, removing a significant hurdle. Cllr Mark Roberts, leader of Stockport Council, stated that highways work is expected to begin on site later this month. The new station aims to improve connections to and from Stockport, and enhance access to jobs, education, and opportunities across the region. Services are anticipated to run from Cheadle to Stockport town, Manchester Piccadilly, and Chester. The opening date for the station to the public is currently unclear.