A project to repair and improve the train luggage truck

During the work to install 45 metres of new railway track we also removed the old station platform. This was a wooden construction which was starting to fail. As part of the new railway track project, the track running into the station has been significantly lifted to ensure that it is level. The new platform has a better ramp and much more substantial handrails to ensure better accessibility. Many other improvements will ensure more efficient and safe operation.

This project has provided a a doorway and structures below the level of the pier deck to allow inspection and easy access

The second locomotive tractor unit has been restored and named “Edward Fort”.

Scaffolding ladders have been installed to support a small section of the pier head structure that is badly affected by corrosion

Investigation into the role of renewable energy in any future re-development of the pier

Restoration and rebuild of carriage 2. This is the third carriage to be restored and the first “driving” carriage.

Long term survey of parts of the pier to check if there is any slow subsidence. No movement has been detected so far.

Inspection of the pier, pier buildings and workshop to report on the presence of asbestos, so that it can be removed by later projects. No asbestos was found in publically accessible areas.