Upgrade work in Deighton continues over Christmas period

From 22:15 on Wednesday 24 December until 05:30 on Sunday 27 December, the Transpennine Route Upgrade (TRU) team will undertake major engineering work in Deighton whilst trains aren’t running on the network.

Whitacre Street overbridge will be demolished, whilst the A62 Leeds Road bridge will see the installation of pre-cast concrete parapets using a crane. Both sets of bridge work form a vital part of TRU’s modernisation of Deighton station, which remains closed until 2027, and enable track realignment works next year.

The track realignment works will allow the number of tracks to be doubled from two to four, meaning direct services can overtake stopping services and reduce journey times. The work 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.

Deighton station will be transformed when it reopens in 2027. Key improvements include:

• 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.”