It’s part of a huge project
How Salford Rise could look when finished.
Part of a busy Salford road will close for six months for the construction of a landmark project.
Frederick Road is set to shut between Lissadel Street and Leslie Hough Way from Saturday, July 12.
The road is a major route across Salford, connecting the A6 Broad Street and going towards the River Irwell in the direction of north Manchester and Bury.
The closure will allow the building work of Salford Rise, a massive 220m elevated walkway creating a traffic-free route across the city for pedestrians and cyclists.
During the closure, a diversion will be in place with drivers directed down Lissadel Street, Cromwell Road, Gerald Road and Seaford Road, while pedestrians can walk up Broughton Road East to get around the closure.
Parking restrictions will also be brought in on Lissadel Street and Broughton Road East for the safety of pedestrians while work on the length of the walkway is being done.
Frederick Road in Salford.
Salford Rise is aiming to get more people walking and cycling around the city, creating a new link over Frederick Road to the University of Salford’s campus.
Work started on the scheme in September 2024 and is set to finish next summer.
It is part of the £2.5bn Crescent Salford project, a huge 240-acre masterplan to transform part of Salford city centre with more than 3,000 new homes and buildings for research and businesses.
This project is a partnership between developer ECF, Salford council, and the university.
“These essential works that start in July will enable us to continue towards our goal of developing a green walkway and high-quality public spaces, improving accessibility and encouraging active travel as well as creating employment and education opportunities across the Crescent area,” said Coun Mike McCusker, Salford council’s lead on planning, transport and sustainable development.
“Salford Rise is a key regeneration project that will unlock the potential of the Crescent Innovation zone and better connect our communities with the wider Crescent area.”
Works are also taking place on Salford’s Chapel Street near Manchester city centre, lasting until early 2026.