Leatherhead: Work starts on £6.2m rail station accessibility upgrade

Rail users at Leatherhead station, Surrey, will soon benefit from step-free access

Work has begun on £6.2m of improvements to make a train station in Surrey fully accessible.

Network Rail said the installation of two new lifts and a new footbridge began at Leatherhead station on Monday.

It said this would make it easier for passengers with limited mobility, visual impairments, and those travelling with luggage, pushchairs and bicycles to get around the station.

The work is expected to be completed in spring 2025.

The project involves two new eight person capacity lifts and a new footbridge with staggered staircases, which Network Rail said were needed to avoid equipment on the platform.

Other improvements include upgrading lighting, adding CCTV, new handrails. and minor alterations to the existing ramp.

Work to give the station step-free access began on Monday

The improvements have been funded by the Department for Transport's Access for All scheme.

'Easier for everyone'

Carl Martin, accessibility lead for Govia Thameslink Railway, said: "We're committed to removing barriers so that our services are easier for everyone to use, so we're delighted for our passengers that these major improvements are now under way.

"The new lifts, footbridge and other enhancements will make going to, from and between the platforms a more accessible experience for all our customers."

Commercial scheme sponsor Hodan Hassan said Network Rail welcomed the investment and was continuing to work with local councils to provide "the best experience for all rail users".

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