Stockport’s new multi-million-pound, state-of-the-art transport interchange and rooftop park was opened to the public in a historic and landmark moment for the town. The occasion was marked by speeches from Cityheart executive chair, Mark McNamee, Mayor of Greater Manchester Andy Burnham and Leader of Stockport Council, Cllr Mark Hunter. MM director John McGuinness was there for the momentous occasion.
The modern and attractive transport hub is redefining the town’s connectivity and contains a new two-acre park, recently named as Viaduct Park, new walking and cycling links to the railway station and the town centre and is the first phase of the transformational regeneration of Stockport Town Centre West.
The Interchange has been delivered on time and on budget by Stockport Council, Transport for Greater Manchester and the Greater Manchester Combined Authority, alongside construction company Willmott Dixon.
And in a further boost to Stockport’s £1bn town centre regeneration journey, this summer the landmark new 14-storey residential development with 196 one and two-bedroom apartments and commercial space will open as part of the scheme, developed by Cityheart and Rise Homes. MM Management is proud to be working as residential operators’ representative on this landmark scheme.
The park is the first of its kind in the UK and provides a green space for residents from across the borough to enjoy, featuring play equipment, festoon lighting and an events pavilion that will help to connect neighbourhoods and communities.
Under construction since 2021, the £140m Interchange has sustainability at its heart – opening up public transport and active travel options to people from across the area, improving air quality and reducing congestion.
It features a host of green technologies including a ‘blue-roof’ rainwater attenuation system and an array of photo voltaic panels.
The project represents an innovative approach to development, combining transport improvements, residential development and the creation of new green space – helping support the objectives of Stockport Council, the Mayor of Greater Manchester and GMCA.
The residential and commercial element of the scheme will welcome residents and businesses in June.
