Rail Accessibility Package
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What we hope to do
West Yorkshire Combined Authority is working with Northern Trains (Northern) to make accessibility improvements to rail stations across the region as part of its Access for All programme. Together, we want to make sure customers are safe, can access the information they need and can wait somewhere comfortable with the right facilities.
This work supports our ambition for the Weaver Network, with transport that’s easy to navigate and simple to use. Unveiled in May 2025 by the Combined Authority, the Weaver Network is the new name and unifying brand for transport in West Yorkshire.
The work is due to start in early 2027 at the stations listed below, subject to approval of the business case.
Which stations we plan to improve
Phase one of these improvements includes 22 stations across Bradford, Calderdale, Leeds and Wakefield. You can see which stations are in phase one by:
Viewing the list below
Viewing the map image below
You can also see the stations and what is planned for each station on our interactive map here or on the map image below. Please be aware this function may not be compatible with screen readers. You can see exactly what's happening at each station by clicking here
Stations listed for improvements in phase one | |
|---|---|
Bingley | Hebden Bridge |
Bradford Forster Square | Horsforth |
Bradford Interchange | Ilkley |
Burley in Wharfedale | Keighley |
Burley Park | Menston |
Cross Gates | New Pudsey |
Crossflatts | Pontefract Monkhill |
Frizinghall | Saltaire |
Garforth | Shipley |
Guiseley | Steeton & Silsden |
Halifax | Wakefield Kirkgate |
What accessibility improvements could be installed
The list below shows the types of accessibility improvements to be installed, although these will vary by station. To see exactly what improvement we plan to install at which station, please view the interactive map here or a full list of improvements here
To see what these improvements look like, please see our glossary here
| Accessibility specific improvements |
|---|
Braille Station Maps |
Help Points |
Induction Loops |
Direction signs to lifts, platforms and accessible routes |
Accessible facilities signs |
Handrails with Braille - directions, routes and level changes |
Accessible WC and baby change facilities |
Handrails with Braille - directions, routes and level changes |
Tactile paving - on stairs and ramps |
Tap Rails |
Other improvements |
|---|
Painted lines in car park |
Painted lines on footpaths in car park |
Bike stands |
Anti-slip stair edging |
External pathway improvements |
Seats inside |
Seats outside |
Furniture Painting |
Our project objectives and benefits
Improving accessibility is an important part of improving rail journeys for all existing customers, as well as attracting new ones.
This work aims to:
Make stations accessible and fit for purpose through targeted improvements and replacement of facilities not meeting industry standards.
Encourage more people to travel by rail.
Improve access to jobs, education, leisure and health services.
Improve the customer’s overall journey experience.
How this project is funded
Subject to a successful business case, phase one of the Rail Accessibility Package will be delivered through funding provided to the Combined Authority by HM Government. The funding for this scheme is known as capital funding; this means it can only be spent on schemes to deliver new or improved infrastructure. The cost of phase one (22 stations) is expected to cost £5 million. The subsequent phases covering the remaining 42 stations are expected to be funded by Northern.
The next steps
The Rail Accessibility Package is currently working towards Full Business Case, which will aim to be submitted at the end of 2025.
Works for phase 1 (22 stations) are planned to start early 2027 and be finished by summer 2028. This date may change because it is dependent on the specific approvals processes and the availability of funding.
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