At the same time passenger services on the Helsby line, via Manley, ceased and Manley station was closed to passengers, however the line remained open for freight until 1991 and Mouldsworth Junction was managed by a signal box at the end of the platform.
The Helsby line's passenger service ceased in tandem with Manley station's closure for passengers, while freight transport continued until 1991. The signal box at Mouldsworth Junction served as the management point for the line's operations.