Work on Kirklees station closed until 2027 gears up over Christmas
Deighton railway station is being transformed part of the multi-billion pound Transpennine Route Upgrade
“Vital” works on a Kirklees railway station that has shut until 2027 are set to gear up over the festive period.
As part of the multi-billion pound Transpennine Route Upgrade (TRU), Deighton railway station is undergoing a transformation during its two-year closure. Part of this will see major engineering works take place in the area from 10.15pm on Wednesday, December 24, until 5.30am on Sunday, December 27, while no trains are running.
In this time, the Whitacre Street overbridge will be demolished, and the A62 Leeds Road bridge will see the installation of pre-cast concrete parapets using a crane. The TRU says that both sets of bridge works are vital in its modernisation of Deighton Station and will allow track realignment works to take place next year.
This next phase of works will see the number of tracks doubled from two to four, meaning direct services can overtake stopping services and reduce journey times. They will also facilitate the installation of overhead line equipment (OLE), which will power greener, electrified trains in the future.
The diversionary routes currently in place in the area remain the same, with road users encouraged to check roadworks.org. When Deighton’s railway station reopens in 2027 it will feature:
Extended platforms to accommodate longer trains with more seats for passengers
A brand-new footbridge with lifts for step-free access to both platforms
A new station forecourt, including a drop-off point, accessible parking and improved waiting shelters
Sophie Leishman, TRU sponsor, said: “We’d like to thank the local community for their understanding as we work to deliver major upgrades for Deighton station. The Christmas period is always a good opportunity for work to be completed as there is minimum disruption to services.
“The work on both bridges during this time will take us a step closer to a much-improved Deighton station and improved rail services through the area and beyond.”