Passengers at Netherfield Station are set to benefit from a £600k investment in new waiting shelters for those using regional services.
East Midlands Railway (EMR) say the new waiting shelters will offer better protection from the elements and a more comfortable wait for customers.
The project is bringing a mix of modern stainless steel Macemain shelters and environmentally friendly timber natural shelters.
The Natural Shelters, made from high-quality Accoya wood, are not just stylish but also eco-friendly and align with EMR’s Getting There Greener strategy.
They are 100% recyclable and feature built-in water harvesting systems at several locations, collecting rainwater to support local station adoption groups.
Philippa Cresswell, customer experience director at East Midlands Railway, said: “By investing in better waiting areas, we’re making sure our stations serve customers better, providing shelter that is both practical and thoughtfully designed. We have also worked hard to make them as eco friendly as possible in line with our Getting There Greener strategy.
“We are pleased that we could incorporate the water harvesting systems into the design so that our station adopters can continue their brilliant work in keeping the flower beds at the station looking their best.”
And yet again – NO mention of Burton Joyce. The trains have been taken away and not even worthy of a new shelter. Burton Joyce just doesn’t exist in EMR’s eyes