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Shropshire Station Footbridge Gets £700k Funding Boost
25 Sep
Summary
- New funding secured for a footbridge connecting Wellington train and bus stations.
- The project aims to significantly improve accessibility for passengers.
- Funding covers the £700,000 cost, including two new lifts.
A significant funding award has been granted for the construction of a new footbridge at Wellington train station in Shropshire. The Friends of Wellington Station group has advocated for this project for nearly ten years, highlighting its importance for passenger accessibility. The proposed £700,000 bridge will link the train station directly to the bus station.
Plans for the new infrastructure include the installation of two modern lifts. This initiative is expected to resolve longstanding accessibility concerns, with volunteers reporting that some passengers have resorted to expensive taxi journeys or difficult, un-signposted routes to navigate the station area. The new bridge and lifts will provide a vital, accessible link for all.
Kath Howard, a member of the volunteer group, expressed strong approval, calling the bridge "absolutely essential." She noted that current arrangements posed difficulties for individuals using wheelchairs or managing luggage, forcing them to choose between lengthy detours or challenging stone steps. The new facility promises a vastly improved experience for station users.
