Restored shelter improves passenger experience at Silverdale station

The waiting shelter at Silverdale station has been restored, improving the experience for customers travelling along the scenic Cumbrian coast.

Train operator Northern, working alongside Network Rail, has completed a project to restore historic waiting shelters at the station on the Furness line.

Structural and environmental issues including wet and dry rot, decay, mortar loss on brickwork, algae, mould, water leaks, and loose roof tiles have been addressed.

The station dates back to Victorian times, opening in 1857.

Alex Hornby, commercial and customer director at Northern, said: "Fantastic station facilities are a key part of improving the travel experience for our customers, and we're investing heavily in upgrading waiting areas at stations across our network.

"The restored shelters at Bootle and Silverdale look fantastic, and it is appropriate timing to showcase their historic features which have been respectfully and tastefully brought up to date during this landmark Railway 200 year. The upgrades reflect our commitment to high-quality infrastructure and maintaining our stations to a standard our customers expect and deserve.

"It’s really pleasing that these facilities are now fit to serve customers in this scenic part of the world for many years to come."

It comes as the operator invests in passenger assistance points to improve accessibility, with 40 more assistance points now installed at stations across the network - including Morecambe and Windermere.

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