The polarising plans that have been killed off after splitting a Greater Manchester town in two
manchestereveningnews.co.ukTo outsiders, it was a no-brainer. In the midst of the Covid-19 pandemic, the decision to pedestrianise a street in Ramsbottom town centre brought a taste of European café culture to the foothills of the West Pennines.
Diners and drinkers spilled out on to Square Street while adhering to the social distancing rules in place at the time. The clever idea helped several businesses thrive during a difficult period and its popularity led some to believe it would be a good idea to make it a permanent feature.
But there are two sides of Ramsbottom, and they can't agree, LancsLive reports. The Ramsbottom Town Plan was submitted last year and included a proposal to pedestrianise a section of Square Street.
The road had been closed off to vehicles during lockdown to ensure bars and restaurants could remain open while adhering to social distancing measures. Try MEN Premium now with our amazing New Year offer...
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