The two new train stations which could be built before 2030
Reporter: George Lythgoe, Local Democracy Reporter
Date published: 18 November 2024
A CGI view from the platform of new and improved Greenfield Station. Images courtesy of Network Rail
Rail bosses have confirmed two new local train stations could be built before 2030.
Network Rail plans to relocate Mossley Station 300m down the road as well as upgrade Greenfield Station.
Each will see accessibility improvements for the first time in their history.
The platforms at both stations, in the Tameside and Oldham boroughs, will be extended, giving the space for longer services, which would allow more seats for customers.
Other works include the full electrification of the line and various bridge works to allow the installation of overhead line equipment to power faster, cleaner and more reliable trains.
Following consultation on the plans for both stations, Network Rail are hoping to push through their plans and see building work start by summer 2028.
However, relevant planning permissions would need to be confirmed before any work could start.
A Network Rail spokesperson said: “Following the public consultation held in September, the feedback is now being considered by our projects team for the Transpennine Route Upgrade (TRU), to see how we can integrate this in our work where appropriate.
“We anticipate works commencing at Mossley and Greenfield Stations in summer 2028 and it will take approximately 18 months to complete.
"We would like to thank the local community and businesses for sharing their thoughts as part of the consultation.”
The plans for both stations form part of the TRU – a major, multi-billion-pound programme of improvements that will transform journeys across the North.
Rail bosses predict this will create better-connecting towns and cities through more frequent, faster, greener trains between Manchester, Leeds and York, running on a better, cleaner and more reliable railway.
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