Sheffield bridge deck replacement affects train services this weekend
It'll affect trains coming in an out of the city
Rail passengers in South Yorkshire are being warned to expect disruption this weekend while a crumbling railway bridge gets replaced.
The work will see a new seventy-three tonne bridge deck at Beauchief in Sheffield.
It'll affect trains coming in an out of the city.
Network Rail said: "No trains will run between Sheffield and Manchester Oxford Road via Stockport. Trains between Sheffield and Manchester Piccadilly will be diverted to run via Huddersfield. Trains between York and Manchester Piccadilly will run between York and Wakefield Kirkgate only.
"Preparation work in recent weeks has meant Dore & Totley station’s car park being used as a project compound. Alternative parking is available at Abbeydale Badminton Club (to the rear of Abbeydale Sports Club) and accessible drop-off and pick-up points have been provided at Ladies Spring Grove. Both station platforms have remained open but will not be accessible this weekend.
"The bridge deck lift had to be postponed in March to protect passenger services after the delivery of a specialist wagon needed to complete the project was delayed."
Tom Grainger, Network Rail lead portfolio manager, said:
“Replacing this life-expired bridge will help continue the safe and reliable operation of the railway for decades to come. We appreciate that this is the second time we’ve asked people to adjust their travel plans and parking arrangements, and we’re very sorry for any inconvenience.
“We’re grateful to passengers, residents and businesses for their continued patience. We’re working closely with train operators to minimise disruption and encourage anyone planning to travel over the weekend of 7-8 November to check their journey with their operator or National Rail before setting off.”
A spokesperson for the train operating companies said:
“We’re working closely with Network Rail to keep passengers moving while this essential upgrade takes place in Sheffield.
“While some services will be amended over the weekend of 7-8 November, we're putting alternative travel arrangements in place and doing everything possible to minimise disruption for our customers. We encourage passengers to plan ahead, check their journeys before travelling and allow extra time where necessary.”