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14/02/2023

Grade II Listed Whaley Bridge To Be Replaced

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Network Rail is investing over £5 million to replace the Grade II listed Whaley Bridge which takes the railway over Buxton Road.

The heritage structure, which was built in 1863, needs to be replaced to keep rail passengers and the community safe for years to come.

The project is progressing well and has now reached the point the railway must be closed above for crucial components of the listed structure to be replaced.

It means that from this Saturday 18 February until Tuesday 28 February 2023, there will be no trains between Hazel Grove and Buxton.

During that time:

• the existing railway lines will be lifted
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• the old bridge structure will be removed

• the new steel ribs will be craned into place

• pre-cast concrete panels for the new bridge deck will be installed

• new tracks will be laid ready for trains to run again from start of service on Tuesday 28 February.

Rail replacement buses will be in operation to keep passengers on the move between Hazel Grove and Buxton.

However they will not be able to serve Whaley Bridge station itself because of the road closures needed for the project.

Rob Stephens, Network Rail principal route engineer, said: "We've reached the stage the railway needs to close in this important project to make Buxton Road bridge fit for the future. While rail replacement buses will be in operation to keep passengers on the move, journeys will take longer and I’d advise people to check National Rail Enquiries so they know exactly what to expect while travelling between Buxton and Hazel Grove between 18 and 28 February.

"I'd also like to thank residents and businesses in Whaley Bridge for their continued patience and support while we carry out this major bridge upgrade, which will secure the town’s vital railway link for generations to come."

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