Rose Hill Marple station will be closed this weekend to allow for upgrades to the rail network nearby.

The station will be closed from 8-9 and 15-16 August, while a railway junction is replaced near Guide Bridge.

Rail replacement buses will be in place to 'keep passengers on the move', although passengers should allow extra time to make the journey.

No trains can run on the Glossop / Hadfield or Rose Hill Marple lines in or out of Manchester Piccadilly while work takes place.

Network Rail says the multi-million pound upgrades will improve future journeys for passenger and freight travel.

Lorna Samways, Network Rail senior sponsor, said: "We know there's never an ideal time to shut the railway, so I'd like to thank passengers in advance for their patience while we carry out these essential railway improvements next week.

"These are major investments to improve rail journeys for passengers and freight in future. I'd advise passengers planning to travel between 8-16 August to check National Rail Enquiries so they know exactly what to expect from their journey."

Andrew McClements, TransPennine Express customer experience and transformation director, added: "We'd like to thank customers for their patience while these vital improvements are carried out, helping to create a better and more dependable railway for the future.

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"While the work is taking place, some journeys will be affected. We encourage customers to plan ahead, allow extra time for travel, and check before they travel using the TransPennine Express website, app, or National Rail Enquiries."

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