A major road in Bolton is causing delays after an accident.

The A58 Bolton Road into Bury is partially blocked both ways after an accident at the junction.

There are currently heavy queues eastbound from Mill Lane onto Peel Way, Jubilee Way and Angouleme Way.

Traffic data system Inrix reported: “A58 Bolton Road Eastbound partially blocked, queueing traffic due to accident at B6213 Waterloo Street. Delays into Bury.”

Drivers are warned to take caution if already on approach and to avoid the area if possible, planning alternative routes.

The Bolton News:

Traffic due to the incident is also spilling onto Manchester Road.

Manchester Traffic tweeted: “A58 Bolton St at Crostons Rd, Bury partially blocked both ways after a collision on the junction.

“Queues along Bolton Rd e/b from Mill Lane, w/b onto Peel Way, Jubilee Way, Angouleme Way and Manchester Road.”

All roads are experiencing a build-up of traffic at the moment.