A North Tyneside Metro station is set to undergo a £500,000 refurbishment

Nexus has confirmed that major refurbishment works to Cullercoats Metro station, in North Tyneside, are set to start this week.

The company, which owns and manages the Tyne and Wear Metro, has stated that the main focus of the work will be the restoration of the station’s Victorian-era footbridge.

The steel work of the bridge will be strengthened and the outer wooden panels replaced to provide a fresher appearance and an improved customer experience.

Nexus is investing £579,000 in the works, which are part of its infrastructure modernisation programme.

Sarah McManus, Head of Renewals at Nexus, commented: ““We are investing more than half a million pounds on the refurbishment of Cullercoats Metro station to improve the overall customer experience there.

“This station, which is a key gateway into North Tyneside and it’s amazing coastline, dates back to the Victorian era and has been part of the Metro system since it first opened.

“The footbridge is in particular need of a makeover and it’s a big part of the overall project, which will result in a cleaner and brighter station for our customers.

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“This project forms part of our infrastructure modernisation programme, which is ensuring that Metro will be here for many generations to come.

“I’m pleased to say that the station will remain open throughout the works, so customers will be able to get Metro trains to and from there.

“However, the footbridge itself will be closed and a short diversionary walking route in place for customers who need to cross between the platforms. I apologise in advance for any inconvenience caused.”

The footbridge at Cullercoats Metro station will be closed from Wednesday, August 23, until January 2024 to allow for the works to take place.

Nexus has stated that customers will need to use an alternative walking route to get from one platform to the other.

The fastest walking route between the two platforms is via St George’s Road, Marden Avenue and Marden Terrace.

Other aspects of the refurbishment will include a deep clean of the station and repairs to the roof canopy, with the station set to remain open as usual throughout the improvement works.