Work is well underway on a £1.36 million project to restore and modernise Beeston station’s waiting shelters and its historic canopy, as Network Rail invests in preserving heritage while improving passenger safety.
The scheme addresses significant deterioration across the grade II-listed station’s platform 1 and 2 structures. Timber affected by wet rot will be replaced, alongside corroded metalwork and damaged glazing, ensuring the station remains safe and fit for the future.
To minimise disruption, the refurbishment has been carefully phased so that platform access is maintained throughout the works.
Key elements of the project include:
- Targeted timber renewals
- Corrosion treatment and repainting of metallic elements
- Replacement of canopy glazing
- Roof drainage repairs and cleaning
Ann Shannon, scheme project manager for Network Rail, said:
“This refurbishment is essential to ensure the safe and sustainable future of Beeston station’s historical structures.
We’re working closely with conservation officers and local stakeholders to maintain the station’s heritage while delivering modern improvements to benefit passengers. We’re also grateful for the support of our neighbouring landowner in accommodating access to his property to allow for these improvements.”
The project has been developed in partnership with the Friends of Beeston Station and is scheduled for completion by the end of March 2026.
Sarah Hampton, secretary of the Friends of Beeston Station, said:
“It is wonderful to see the restoration of this lovely, listed station. The investment by Network Rail shows a real commitment to rail users and to the local community.”
This latest investment complements accessibility upgrades delivered last year under the Government’s Access for All programme, which saw new lifts, staircases and a walkway installed at Beeston station.
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