The next phase of Newcastle Central station’s multimillion pound transformation project was due to begin in September. North East construction company, Tolent, has been chosen to lead the works.
Funding is being provided by the North East Local Enterprise Partnership’s Local Growth Fund, and this second phase of the ‘Central Gateway’ project will see the creation of two new pedestrian/cycle entrances at Neville Street and Central Parkway, the creation of a new concourse within the station, and the pedestrianisation of Orchard Street. Proposals for a new ‘smart’ taxi rank at the front of the station are under review to improve access and reduce congestion in the area.
Phase two will also improve connections to areas to the south of the station, including Stephenson Quarter, Forth Yards and development areas on the quayside, helping to promote investment and growth. £4m from the Local Growth Fund has been awarded to Newcastle City Council to deliver the works at the station.
An artist’s impression of the phase two improvements to Newcastle Central station.