Plans put forward to refurbish section of Worcester train station
Network Rail is looking to replace the existing canopy structure at Worcester Shrub Hill
Work to repair a part of Worcester Shrub Hill's railway station could be set to take place under new plans.
Network Rail is wanting to refurbish the canopy at the entrance and has submitted a planning application to Worcester City Council.
It's looking to replace its current structure, which includes the glazing and framing, after it said recent inspections have revealed rotting timbers, areas of rust, cracked glass panels and other defects within the roof section.
It also mentioned how similar works have been carried out at other railway stations in the country, such as Wigan Wallgate.
"Debris netting has been installed to the underside of the glazing panels to prevent any debris falling to the ground or causing injury to passengers or staff,” Network Rail said in a planning statement.
Outlining the scheme, it said: “It is considered that such systems provide a much higher level of safety to meet modern standards, whilst still maintaining the aesthetics of traditional glazing; therefore not detracting from the character and form of the historic building.
“The proposal also includes minor modifications to the steel framework and guttering in order to support the new glazing solution.
“The proposed development is sympathetic to the architectural and historic merit of the building and will allow the sensitive repair to the entrance canopy without resulting in material harm to the significance of the listed building.”
It was earlier this year when Network Rail was given the go-ahead to install new lifts to allow a luggage bridge to be used by passengers, providing step-free access to all platforms at the stations.
The history of a railway station being in place at Worcester Shrub Hill goes all the way back to the 19th century, with it being there since 1852.
Its current building was built in 1865 and is Grade II listed.