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« on: July 29, 2009, 15:57:49 » |
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Hi, I have seen photos of the improvements at St Austell, and have noticed some wooden structures have appeared, does anyone know what these are? An example is here next to the modern building: http://glen.fotopic.net/p59720084.htmlThanks. Mark |
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Chris2
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« Reply #1 on: July 29, 2009, 16:43:18 » |
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Inside the wooden structures there are foundations for a bridge to cross the tracks, which includes a lift and stairs. The project should have been completed last year, but as there were complications to the project it is unknown as to whether the bridge will actually be built. As the project was funded by objective one money, which meant that it had to be spent by late 2008.
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marky7890
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« Reply #2 on: July 29, 2009, 16:48:11 » |
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Thanks for the info  Mark |
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Andy
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« Reply #3 on: July 29, 2009, 17:42:16 » |
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Is the old footbridge going to be dismantled? I must say the new building on the down platform looks very sombre and austere in comparison with the older buildings, which were painted (when they were painted, that is) in light colours. I've only ever once caught a train from St. Austell and that was hauled by an NBL D63xx, if my memory isn't playing tricks. It must have been 70 or 71, I think.  |
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Chris2
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« Reply #4 on: July 30, 2009, 09:37:32 » |
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Is the old footbridge going to be dismantled? I must say the new building on the down platform looks very sombre and austere in comparison with the older buildings, which were painted (when they were painted, that is) in light colours. I've only ever once caught a train from St. Austell and that was hauled by an NBL D63xx, if my memory isn't playing tricks. It must have been 70 or 71, I think. I don't know what is happening with the footbridge at St Austell. Maybe someone else knows. The buildings on the up platform are meant to be refurbished by the heritage trust. But I do know that the up buildings and footbridge at St Austell are grade II listed buildings, which stops them being dismantled. |
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« Reply #5 on: July 30, 2009, 21:44:50 » |
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But I do know that the up buildings and footbridge at St Austell are grade II listed buildings, which stops them being dismantled.
But if something isnt done soon they will fall down!!! The footbridge is quite badly corroded, especially on the west face.... |
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Chris2
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« Reply #6 on: July 31, 2009, 09:16:57 » |
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The original plan was to have this new bridge, then the old bridge would be taken away for restoration, and then returned to St Austell station. I don't know what the new plan is for that footbridge as that footbridge needs some serious work.
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Chris2
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« Reply #7 on: July 31, 2009, 19:48:03 » |
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Do the Devon and Cornwall rail partnership or other knowledgeable source have any news on what is happening to buildings at St Austell?
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Chris from Nailsea
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« Reply #8 on: November 14, 2013, 20:44:36 » |
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From the Cornish Guardian: MP presses for station action
St Austell and Newquay MP Stephen Gilbert has met with First Great Western in a bid to get the train operator to steam ahead with delayed improvements at St Austell railway station.
Mr Gilbert met Sarah McManus, head of property projects, and Sue Evans, director of communications, at Westminster last week to urge the train operator to get the improvements completed without any further delay.
At the meeting he pledged to work with First Great Western, Cornwall Council and Network Rail to ensure the completion of the revamp, which includes a new lift bridge and a refurbished up-platform waiting room. Mr Gilbert said: "St Austell Station is long overdue these upgrade works. I was delighted when this Government awarded the cash to fund the project, but I, like the rest of the town, have been frustrated by the subsequent delays. "This meeting allowed me to express the town's eagerness for action," said the MP.
First Great Western has promised there are plans in place for the lift bridge, to provide access for all users at the railway station, to be in place by next March and the waiting room to be ready in the summer.
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William Huskisson MP▸ was the first person to be killed by a train while crossing the tracks, in 1830. Many more have died in the same way since then. Don't take a chance: stop, look, listen.
"Level crossings are safe, unless they are used in an unsafe manner." Discuss.
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« Reply #9 on: November 21, 2013, 19:38:10 » |
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Nice to see that something might finally be happening. I've used the station for 5-6 years and it's always impressed me how FGW▸ / NR» /everyone seems to have very little to spend in Cornwall yet there's plenty of money elsewhere. The wooden structures are more like an enclosed forest these days. The current footbridge needs some work if they intend to keep it, it looks very rusty and rotten. Maybe they should get the boys down from Saltash to work on it?  I wonder why it is now happening. Are FGW trying to impress for the new franchise? |
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The Tall Controller
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« Reply #10 on: November 22, 2013, 01:19:32 » |
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No, they have now found the money they need to complete the project. For some reason they ran out last time round.
The old bridge is to be given/sold to a heritage railway so is set to survive in one shape or form
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