Check today's Tameside Magistrates' Court listings in Ashton-under-Lyne. View scheduled hearings, court contact details, opening hours and case information.
Daily Listings Summary for Tameside Magistrates' Court
For Friday, 14th August 2026, the published list at Tameside Magistrates' Court contains 18 cases scheduled for hearing.
Hearings are scheduled to commence at the following times: 09:30, 13:30.
Proceedings will be conducted across courtrooms 3, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12.
Members of the public and accredited media representatives are generally permitted to attend these hearings, subject to any reporting restrictions that may be in place.
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View Listings →About Tameside Magistrates' Court in Ashton-under-Lyne
Tameside Magistrates' Court is located at Henry Square, Ashton-under-Lyne, OL6 7TP, in the heart of the Metropolitan Borough of Tameside, Greater Manchester. The court serves the communities of Ashton-under-Lyne, Stalybridge, Hyde, Dukinfield, Mossley, Droylsden, and Denton. As one of the busiest magistrates' courts in the Greater Manchester region, Tameside court handles a high volume of criminal and summary cases each week, ranging from motoring offences and public order matters to theft, criminal damage, and drug-related charges. The court also processes cases under the Single Justice Procedure, where a single magistrate deals with minor offences on paper without a formal hearing.
Types of Cases Heard at Tameside Court
Tameside Magistrates' Court deals primarily with summary offences and either-way offences at their early stages. Common cases listed here include speeding and other driving offences — particularly from the nearby M60 and M67 motorways — drink driving, driving whilst disqualified, assault, shoplifting, harassment, and breaches of community orders. Either-way offences such as burglary or drug supply may begin at Tameside magistrates before being committed to Manchester Crown Court or another nearby crown court for trial or sentencing. If you are checking whether a specific case is listed, our daily court listings above show all scheduled hearings at this court.
Contact Details, Opening Hours and Facilities
The court is open Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, with the public counter available from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. Telephone enquiries are answered between 8:30 am and 5:00 pm on weekdays via the Courts and Tribunals Service Centre on 0330 808 4407. For cases with a 10-digit reference number, you can email [email protected]. General criminal enquiries should be directed to [email protected]. Payments and fine enquiries for the Greater Manchester Central Payment and Enforcement Centre are handled on 0161 830 4381. The building offers full wheelchair accessibility, a low counter at the enquiry desk, hearing enhancement equipment, and video conferencing facilities in three courtrooms. Witness support is available through Citizens Advice on 0300 332 1000, and separate waiting areas are provided for witnesses.
Getting to Tameside Magistrates' Court
The court building on Henry Square sits approximately five minutes' walk from Ashton-under-Lyne town centre and the outdoor market. The easiest way to reach it by public transport is via Ashton-under-Lyne Metrolink tram stop, which is served by the Ashton line from Manchester Piccadilly and Manchester Victoria. Ashton-under-Lyne railway station, operated by Northern Trains, is also within walking distance. If you are driving, there is no dedicated car park at the court itself, but pay-and-display parking is available directly in front of the building, accessed via Stamford Street West. Additional on-street parking can be found around Hodgson Street and the surrounding roads. Visitors from elsewhere in Greater Manchester may also wish to check listings at Manchester Magistrates' Court or Stockport Magistrates' Court, as cases from the Tameside area are occasionally transferred to neighbouring courts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time do hearings start at Tameside Magistrates' Court?
Most morning hearings at Tameside Magistrates' Court are listed from 9:15 am or 10:00 am. Afternoon sessions, where scheduled, typically begin at 2:00 pm. You should arrive at least 30 minutes before your listed hearing time to pass through security and check in with your solicitor or the court usher.
Can I pay a fine at Tameside Magistrates' Court?
Fine payments for Tameside court are managed by the Greater Manchester Central Payment and Enforcement Centre. You can pay by calling the automated payment line on 0300 790 9901 or by contacting [email protected]. The public counter can also assist with payment queries during its opening hours of 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.
Is there parking near Tameside Magistrates' Court?
There is no on-site car park, but pay-and-display spaces are located directly outside the court building on Stamford Street West. Limited free street parking is also available on Hodgson Street and nearby side roads, though these spaces fill up quickly on weekday mornings.