Richmond Station in south-west London will be restored to its previous Art Deco glory after a £100,000 investment.
The cash injection from Richmond Council will go towards restoring the station’s key heritage features, including the Art Deco elements of the canopy and exterior.
Among the improvements include cleaning and polishing the bronze entrance doors, replacing canopy uplighters, and introducing new bronze finish poster panels to the front.
The plans are part of a wider revision of Richmond’s town centre.
Cllr Gareth Roberts, Leader of Richmond Council said: “Residents will be aware that we are in the early stages of creating a vision for Richmond Town Centre.
“While that longer term project is in train, I am really pleased that this work is starting, to improve the overall experience of arriving into Richmond for all residents, visitors and businesses.
“This project is not just about aesthetics but about ensuring Richmond Station and the surrounding Town Centre remain a hub for good business and cultural heritage and I’m confident that the new station look will boost the appeal and status of Richmond within the borough and beyond.”
Mark Goodall, of Network Rail, said: “It’s particularly pleasing to see the culmination of a joint effort by the rail industry and our local partners to improve the look and feel of Richmond station.
“The station has a rich heritage and was designed by James Robb Scott, and much of this work is about preserving and enhancing the charm of this fabulous station.
“It is clear to see the positive impact of collaboration and I hope passengers and the local community in Richmond recognise and appreciate the improvements that have and are continuing to be made.”
