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21/05/2024
Restoration Works Complete On Lanark Station
Lanark Station has received a substantial boost following a significant investment from Network Rail and the Railway Heritage Trust.
The renovation work on the Grade B listed platform 2 building roof and canopy at Lanark station was successfully concluded by the end of 2023. This effort has extended the lifespan of each component by up to 25 years. Prior to the renovation, both structures were in a state of disrepair, with deteriorating timbers posing a risk of the Georgian wired glazing panels slipping and potentially causing harm.
Engineers conducted extensive rot repairs and implemented new slate coverings, lead flashings and a modern 'twinfix' polycarbonate glazing system. Furthermore, the building has been rendered wind and watertight for future occupants, with the Railway Heritage Trust providing £75,000 in grant funding towards the £310,000 project cost.
Valerie McMillan, senior asset engineer, Network Rail, said: "We are delighted with the end result following the completion of works by our framework contractor CPMS, and sub-contractors Kerr Roofing and Eradakil Joinery and Preservation. We are grateful to the Railway Heritage Trust for their grant funding which has contributed toward this project becoming a reality. This completes our planned works at Lanark station which delivered the external restoration of the main platform 1 building, reinstatement of railings and renewal of the station access stairs."
Tim Hedley-Jones, executive director of The Railway Heritage Trust stated: "We are pleased to support Network Rail's restoration of the Platform 2 building at Lanark. The first station was opened by the Caledonian Railway in 1855 so it is an important part of the heritage of the town."
Phil Campbell, customer operations director with ScotRail who manage the station, said: "We’re delighted to see the works completed at Lanark, securing the future for this historical station on the ScotRail network.
"ScotRail is grateful for the significant investment made by Network Rail and the Railway Heritage Fund, enhancing the station environment, and improving the customer experience."
The renovation work on the Grade B listed platform 2 building roof and canopy at Lanark station was successfully concluded by the end of 2023. This effort has extended the lifespan of each component by up to 25 years. Prior to the renovation, both structures were in a state of disrepair, with deteriorating timbers posing a risk of the Georgian wired glazing panels slipping and potentially causing harm.
Engineers conducted extensive rot repairs and implemented new slate coverings, lead flashings and a modern 'twinfix' polycarbonate glazing system. Furthermore, the building has been rendered wind and watertight for future occupants, with the Railway Heritage Trust providing £75,000 in grant funding towards the £310,000 project cost.
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Valerie McMillan, senior asset engineer, Network Rail, said: "We are delighted with the end result following the completion of works by our framework contractor CPMS, and sub-contractors Kerr Roofing and Eradakil Joinery and Preservation. We are grateful to the Railway Heritage Trust for their grant funding which has contributed toward this project becoming a reality. This completes our planned works at Lanark station which delivered the external restoration of the main platform 1 building, reinstatement of railings and renewal of the station access stairs."
Tim Hedley-Jones, executive director of The Railway Heritage Trust stated: "We are pleased to support Network Rail's restoration of the Platform 2 building at Lanark. The first station was opened by the Caledonian Railway in 1855 so it is an important part of the heritage of the town."
Phil Campbell, customer operations director with ScotRail who manage the station, said: "We’re delighted to see the works completed at Lanark, securing the future for this historical station on the ScotRail network.
"ScotRail is grateful for the significant investment made by Network Rail and the Railway Heritage Fund, enhancing the station environment, and improving the customer experience."
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