Abergavenny station recently opened its brand new footbridge, which has increased the station’s accessibility exponentially.
The new bridge provides step-free access between platforms and was installed by Network Rail and Centregreat.
It is the UK’s first covered version of Network Rail’s Beacon Design and allows passengers of all accessibility needs to use the platforms independently.
Arcasis designed the bridge, and it was assembled in Cardiff, featuring steelwork which blends with the existing station structure.
The structural materials have also been carefully considered with Monmouthshire Council’s conservation team to ensure they remain in line with the historic station setting.
The bridge includes two new lifts, frosted glass side panels, a new stair layout and a step-free ramp.
There will be a ceremony to officially open the bridge soon.
“The Beacon footbridge design was developed by Network Rail to promote a higher standard of customer experience, and is one we hope everyone can be proud of. It is a great achievement to see a footbridge of this quality built and delivered for our railway. Through its unique design, it combines safety, innovation, heritage, and accessibility, providing a vital upgrade to Abergavenny station.”
Frank Anatole, Principal Architect at Network Rail
Responses
What a pity this monstrosity wasn’t sited a little further down the platform from the station buildings, as it ruins the whole aspect of the station. It is totally out of keeping with the rest of the station.
This is what Wickford station on the Southend Victoria line could also do with a new footbridge and lifts as the station is to see a new station building built. Since the old station building was demolished 4 years ago.
All they need to do now is to repair and repaint the station canopies, which look to be in a very poor state of repair!