Date: 07/08/2023

A major refurbishment of the roof of Preston railway station is planned after decorative cast iron adornments plunged onto the platforms and track below.

Ahead of the overhaul a date for which has not been revealed Network Rail has applied for permission to undertake so-called trial removals of a selection of features from the Grade II-listed structure. The aim is to get a better understanding of the work that will be involved when the entire roof is given a much-needed revamp.

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