Roadworks can be very frustrating for drivers, so it helps to plan ahead and know which areas to avoid.
There are currently 17 upcoming closures in and around Wigan listed on the Public Notice Portal.
Work is due to take place on a number of streets around the borough for manhole repairs, new water and electric connections, and to install frames and covers.
Check out this list of closures in the coming weeks before you get behind the wheel.
5. Upcoming road closures
Work to install a new electric connection means Hawkhurst Park, Leigh, will be closed to traffic from September 23 to October 2. Access will be maintained for residents where possible. | Google Street View
6. Upcoming road closures
Rectory Lane in Standish will close from 8am to 1pm on September 26 for the installation of a frame and cover. Drivers should instead use Chorley Road, Wigan Road and High Street. | Google Street View
7. Upcoming road closures
Heath Street, Golborne, will be shut from 9.30am to 3pm on September 28 for the installation of a frame and cover. The diversion will be via High Street, Church Street, Ashton Road and Edge Green Lane. | Google Street View
8. Upcoming road closures
Manhole repairs mean Pool Street, Wigan will be closed from 7pm on September 28 to 4am on September 29. The alternative route for traffic is Poolstock, Chapel Lane, Caroline Street, Wallgate, Saddle Junction, Ormskirk Road, Southgate and Queen Street. | Google Street View