The next phase of the ambitious £27 million Carlisle Station Gateway project is set to begin.
Work is due to start on Tuesday, August 29, for improvements to take place to the Water Street/James Street junction.
Story Contracting Limited will set up its on-site welfare accommodation using an existing workshop unit on the corner of James Street and St Stephen’s Street.
Roadworks will begin week commencing Monday September 4, and are anticipated to continue until January 2024, subject to weather conditions.
The work will affect Water Street, James Street, Currock Street and Rome Street.
The project is a strategic regeneration project included in the Borderlands Inclusive Growth Deal.
Cumberland Council in partnership with Network Rail has secured over £27 million of funding for the project.
This project will include:
- Northern Gateway: Partial pedestrianisation of Court Square and improved pedestrian connections to and from the station.
- Station interior: Enhancements to the Court Square access, improved facilities for customers and an upgraded and welcoming entrance from George Square.
- Southern Gateway: George Square (station entrance from James Street) – Public car parking being relocated to George Square to reduce the vehicular traffic at Court Square together with drop-off and bus replacement services.
- Streets and junctions: A focus on improving access at Water Street and Court Square Brow to improve access to the station, particularly for pedestrians and cyclists.
Leader of Cumberland Council, Mark Fryer, said: “This investment for Carlisle Railway Station has been several years in the planning and will improve both the station and immediate area for residents, students, local businesses, and our visitors.
“The station serves over two million passengers annually and is a central hub for travel across the Borderlands region, so this investment will greatly benefit everyone.
“I am looking forward to seeing the transformation take place and would like to extend my gratitude to everyone for their incredible patience and support during these developments.”
