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Weekend work at Whaley Bridge will close railway in November

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Essential upgrade work to two railway bridges in Whaley Bridge, Derbyshire, will affect local rail journeys next month.

The structures will be made safe and reliable to secure the future of its railway line. Reservoir Road bridge will be rebuilt and the bridge carrying the railway over Bridgemont will have new waterproofing installed as part of a £3 million investment.

For the work to be carried out, some road closures, car park closures and a closure of the railway line itself will be needed. The railway through Whaley Bridge will be closed on Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 November, with Northern operating replacement bus services to keep people moving.

Calum Gardner, scheme project manager for Network Rail, said: “The work on these two railway bridges as part of the Great North Rail Project will secure the future of the railway through Whaley Bridge for decades to come.

“As with any major project like this there will be some disruption for local people.  We have been working closely with High Peak Borough Council on our plans and thank passengers, road users and the local community in advance for their patience while we deliver this essential work.  I’d urge anyone planning to travel on the weekend of the 7 and 8 November to allow extra time for their journey and check www.nationalrail.co.uk before they travel. ”

Chris Jackson, regional director at Northern, said: “The improvement and repair work will have a significant positive impact for our customers in and around Whaley Bridge.

“Though there will be some disruption, this vital work will futureproof services in the area and will give our customers a more resilient railway.

“We continue to work closely with colleagues across the rail industry to minimise any disruption caused and will provide rail replacement transport to ensure those who rely on our services are still able to get where they need to be.”

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