Accessibility improvements underway at three TransPennine Express stations

Customers using Dewsbury, Grimsby Town, and Scunthorpe stations are set to benefit from a series of upgrades, as TransPennine Express (TPE) continues to improve accessibility for everyone using the railway.

The changes are being made to make access easier and safer for all customers, including those with reduced mobility, with the works due to be completed by the end of April 2025.

At Dewsbury, improvements include the installation of new handrails and resurfacing of the north access ramp from Milton Walk.

Handrails on the steps from the ticket hall are also being replaced, along with the installation of new anti-slip stair treads installed on steps to enhance safety.

Other enhancements include localised surfacing repairs to bridge landings, replacement cycle tracks to access steps, and new tactile paving to support visually impaired customers.

At Grimsby Town, the original footbridge steps are being upgraded with new handrails, while the existing step risers and handrails are being redecorated, improving the station’s appearance.

Meanwhile, at Scunthorpe, work is focused on providing a more accessible and user-friendly environment for customers.

The project includes installing new handrails and the installation of tactile paving on steps and zebra crossings to aid visually impaired customers.

Chris Jeffery, Accessibility Lead at TransPennine Express, said: “We’re always looking at ways to improve the accessibility of our stations to ensure that all customers can travel with confidence.

“These improvements at Dewsbury, Grimsby Town, and Scunthorpe will make a real difference for those who use these stations regularly, making access easier and safer for everyone.”

TPE is committed to enhancing the customer experience across its network, with these latest upgrades forming part of a wider programme of station improvements.