The year-long restoration of Scarborough station is entering its final stretch, delivering more improvements than first planned.

The £14 million scheme has provided a new roof, upgraded drainage and repaired stonework, while respecting the character of the Grade II-listed building. The station has stayed open throughout, and refurbishments to the waiting room and ticket office are set to further improve facilities for passengers.

An additional £203,000 grant from the Railway Heritage Trust has funded the restoration of the clocktower while scaffolding and site access are in place, adding a prominent enhancement to the project.

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Ann Shannon, scheme project manager for Network Rail, said: "We've made significant progress at Scarborough station, and it’s great to see the results taking shape.

"All of the new louvres are now installed, and the main trainshed roof has been fully repaired, repainted and fitted with a new lighting system that really enhances the space. While there's still important work to complete in the ticket office, waiting area and on the clocktower, we remain on track to finish by 31 March.

"Once we had full access with the scaffolding, it became clear there was a real opportunity to restore the clocktower to its former glory. Thanks to additional funding from the Railway Heritage Trust, we've been able to repair all four clock faces, fully refurbish the tower and finials, and upgrade the uplighting.

"The finish line is now in sight, and visitors will see a real difference both inside and outside the station, with the beautifully restored clocktower providing the crowning glory."