Leyton Tube Station Footbridge Installed as Step-Free Upgrade Continues
Overnight crane operation places new footbridge as part of wider station improvements.
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A new footbridge has been installed at Leyton tube station, marking a significant step in the ongoing step-free upgrade of the station. The bridge was put in place overnight on Sunday during a planned track possession.
Station Upgrade Details
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The comprehensive upgrade at Leyton station involves the construction of an entirely new ticket hall, designed to be more than three times the size of the current facility. This new hall will feature eight passenger gates, an increase from the existing five. Alongside the ticket hall, two new lifts are being installed to provide step-free access to the platforms. Wider staircases are also part of the plan, intended to improve passenger flow and reduce crowding, particularly during peak hours. The new footbridge is essential for linking the new entrance and lift facilities to the London-bound platform.
Structural steelwork for the new elements began several months ago, with the ticket hall structure now visible and the steelwork for the footbridge and lifts raised. The developer indicated that the structural steelwork is expected to be finished by mid-September.
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The overall completion of the station upgrade is currently anticipated for spring 2027. Once the new facilities are fully operational and the upgrade is complete, the existing station entrance will be permanently closed.
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+What improvements are being made at Leyton tube station?
Leyton tube station is undergoing a step-free upgrade that includes a new, larger ticket hall, two new lifts, wider staircases, and a new footbridge. The aim is to improve accessibility and reduce crowding.
+When will the work at Leyton station be finished?
The station upgrade at Leyton is expected to be completed in spring 2027. This includes the installation of the new footbridge and all associated new facilities.
+What will happen to the old entrance at Leyton station?
Once the upgrade is finished and the new facilities are open, the existing entrance to Leyton tube station will be closed. Passengers will use the new entrance and ticket hall.
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