Byker Metro station is in line for a major refurbishment in the hope of making it “brighter, cleaner and more modern”.
Transport chiefs have revealed that they are drawing up plans for a renovation of the Metro stop, in Newcastle’s East End, that could start in 2025 if funding can be found for it. The revamp could include better lighting, seating, and security measures, while Metro operator Nexus says it also wants to work with Newcastle City Council to improve the area around the station.
One major change that could be coming as part of the redesign is a return of a floor-to-ceiling glass wall that was a feature of the station when it first opened in 1982. The window was removed in 2003 after being targeted by vandals and was replaced by a solid wall which has since been used to display a changing set of artwork.
