The closure of a level crossing at Driffield in East Yorkshire will affect road users and train services on the Hull to Scarborough line for one week starting next Tuesday, 28th January.
Work will be carried out to the level crossing on Skerne Road, Driffield, to improve rail reliability and enhance user safety.
The road over the level crossing will be closed from 7 am on Tuesday, 28th January to 7 am on Monday, 3rd February, so engineers can replace decades-old equipment and completely renew the level crossing.

Included in the work is the replacement of the level crossing deck, installation of a new operating system, installation of new level crossing barriers, and resurfacing of the road.
After the work is finished, the barriers will lower and rise much faster, as the outdated manual systems will have been replaced with modern electrical ones, providing benefits for both motorists and pedestrians.
While the level crossing is closed, signposted diversions will be in place, and information on the diversion route can be found at https://one.network/?GB141542464
Pedestrian Access
An accessible shuttle bus running every 30 minutes with additional services during peak times will provide a link for pedestrians around the level crossing and run between Driffield station and the entrance to the McLaren industrial estate.

Train Service Alterations
From 7:30 pm on Thursday, 30th January until Monday, 3rd February buses will replace trains between Beverley and Bridlington / Scarborough in both directions.

Closure of level crossings always causes disruption to road users and train services, which happened at Foxton in Cambridgeshire over the Christmas period and is due to take place next month on the line between Portsmouth and Havant in Hampshire.
“Next week, we will carry out essential upgrades on Driffield’s main road level crossing to enhance reliability and long-term safety for all users. We understand that the closure will cause disruption to the local community, and we sincerely apologise for any inconvenience this may cause. However, this work is critical as this ageing level crossing no longer has spare parts available, making these upgrades vital for the future of the railway. We strongly encourage all passengers to check National Rail Enquiries or their train operator’s website before travelling.”
Amelia Fordyce, scheme project manager for Network Rail’s Eastern region
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