Peckham Rye Station in south London is about to undergo a £40 million facelift.
Network Rail has been granted planning consent for a complete overhaul of the listed Victorian train station building, which will see a new station concourse at ground level, wider platforms and a new entrance.
The changes are set to improve accessibility at the busy station, which serves Thameslink, Southern, Southeastern and London Overground services.
Andrew Wood of Network Rail said Peckham Rye is the UK’s busiest interchange which is not fully accessible.
“Our proposals will rectify this and provide passengers with a welcoming and fully accessible station that is fit for purpose while retaining the heritage features of this fantastic Grade II listed station,” he said.
In the new year Network Rail will submit a business case alongside a £40m funding request from the Department for Transport for the works.
Network Rail hopes construction of the works will start in autumn 2025 and last for around two years.
The proposals come alongside £27 million plans by Southwark Council for a new civic square between the station and Rye Lane, surrounded by new business space within restored arches.
Cllr Helen Dennis, of Southwark Council, said: “The station transformation is essential for Peckham town centre, and we are delighted that it’s moving forward.
“It will provide modern facilities for residents and visitors alike and importantly access for all.”
Work earlier this year restored parts of the Grade II building, including by renovating the building roof and opening up a previously disused waiting room.
