The works at Hartlepool station required the complete reinstatement of the former southbound platform to modern standards. A new fully accessible footbridge linking the reinstated platform to the main part of the station, with provision made for steps and lifts to the footbridge.
Hartlepool Station is situated within Hartlepool Town Centre, on the Durham Coastline between Middlesbrough Station and Sunderland Station. There are 3 platforms (previously 2), in operation at the station, one of these (Platform 1), is a bay platform for UP (Southbound) services.
Platform 2 is used by all through services and is arranged to allow for bidirectional services. The newly reinstated platform 3 is now used for UP (Southbound) services. The works at Hartlepool station required the complete reinstatement of the former southbound platform (platform 3) to modern standards. A new fully accessible footbridge linking the reinstated platform to the main part of the station, with provision made for steps and lifts to the footbridge. It was proposed that Customer Information Screens (CIS) were also installed on the reinstated platform.
New modern CCTV coverage was installed as well as lighting for the reinstated platform. This was a challenging project due to the multiple disciplines and stakeholders involved and the project requiring to go through an authorisation process with the ORR (Office of Rail and Road).
158m
pre-cast concrete z units
installed
329m
track slewed on the UP line
The project involved the following main phases:
• Demolition and reinstatement of platform 3 to modern standards.
• Installation of lift shafts, footbridge and stairs to platforms 2 & 3 to provide access for all.
• Installation of canopy to the full length of platform 3.
• Track slew to the UP line to allow adequate clearance between the UP & Down lines to accommodate the reintroduction of platform 3 for passenger services.
• Installation of compliant lighting, CCTV, PA & fire systems throughout the whole station.
• Relocation of signalling and telecoms equipment.
• Demolition of existing platform 3 wall.
The project was able to celebrate success and demonstrated best practice within the following areas:
• Early consultation with Hartlepool Council and affected local landowners resulted in good community relations.
• Early Contractor involvement allowed scheme buildability to be discussed in advance of implementation, providing opportunity for value engineering, including the slewing of the UP line efficiently and on time, as well as the works within the other blockades throughout the project.
•Regular site meetings with stakeholders and sub-contractors allowed for smooth construction phases, with any issues resolved within a timely manner.
Our project team worked in close collaboration with Network Rail, various stakeholders and the local council. Through this constant communication it allowed for efficient planning, reducing delays with regards to construction activities. This also allowed flexible track access ensuring a large proportion of the works could be completed on days, meaning close collaboration could take place between the whole project team.
Network Rail
The project involved regrading approximately 280 metres of the embankment to enhance structural stability and improve rail safety.