The biggest sign yet the Metrolink will FINALLY go to Stockport

It's been on the cards for years. Now there's signs Metrolink services in Stockport are FINALLY taking a step closer to becoming reality.

Space for a future tram track has been included as part of a development project in the town. Network Rail is preparing plans to replace the deteriorating Greek Street and Stockholm Road bridges.

Tthe work includes tram-train futureproofing for one additional track through a tunnel which 'insures the bridge can be adapted when Metrolink comes to Stockport'.

The borough has been waiting for years for a tram service. Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham said in 2019 he would like the service to run to Stockport, Bolton, and Wigan. But locals were promised trams in the borough way before that.

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The future aim would see Stockport linked to both Manchester Airport and East Didsbury. The design proposes that a Metrolink service would travel through a new tunnel which would run under part of Mercian Way and King Street West between Booth Street and the Railway station, although the exact location has not yet been determined. The new structure at the Greek Street Bridge site could also include improved access for cyclists and pedestrians.

Councillor Grace Baynham, cabinet member for Parks, highways and transport services, told the Local Democracy Reporting Service: “Greek Street Bridge is a key structure for the town’s transport links, in particular for rail and future Metrolink access to Stockport station, as well as being a key route for motorists accessing the town centre and Edgeley.

“The scheme would improve the current road layout, but also improve facilities for walkers and cyclists and