Work is moving ahead on a £1.36 million programme to refurbish Beeston station’s waiting shelters and its Grade II-listed canopy.

Network Rail's scheme will tackle substantial deterioration on the platform 1 and 2 structures to enhance passenger safety while safeguarding the station's heritage. Tasks include replacing timber affected by wet rot, renewing corroded metalwork and fixing damaged glazing.

The project is being delivered in phases so platforms remain accessible, keeping disruption to a minimum. The scope covers targeted timber renewals, corrosion treatment and repainting of metal elements, new canopy glazing, and repairs and cleaning of roof drainage.

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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."

Network Rail has worked closely with the Friends of Beeston Station on the plans. The upgrades are due to finish 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."

The refurbishment follows the installation last year of new lifts, staircases and a walkway at Beeston, delivered by Network Rail under the Government's Access for All programme to improve station accessibility.