Work to carefully revamp the station’s Grade B listed platform 2 building roof and canopy was completed at the end of 2023, extending the lifespan of each element by up to 25 years.
Lanark station has been given a major boost following a significant investment by Network Rail and the Railway Heritage Trust.
The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories, and allows you to customise your page to the sections that matter most to you.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.
“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.” In addition, the building has been made wind and watertight for future tenants with Railway Heritage Trust contributing £75,000 of grant funding towards the £310,000 project.
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