I feel this is a thread that's been a long time coming, so I'm going to kick it off with the new plans for the railway station... (pictures copyright West Northamptonshire Development Corporation)
These plans are a massive improvement over the current station which hasn't been fit for purpose for some time. My only problem with these plans is the lack of additional platforms, which I think Northampton needs with the present three through platforms regularly being simultaneously occupied. I think a new south-facing bay platform would free up space for additional through services, possibly even long-distance ones.
That aside this is a very positive step in my opinion and will make Castle station feel much more like a regional node. Please do all tell me what you think, and share anything you know about all other upcoming developments in Northampton!
These plans are a massive improvement over the current station which hasn't been fit for purpose for some time. My only problem with these plans is the lack of additional platforms, which I think Northampton needs with the present three through platforms regularly being simultaneously occupied. I think a new south-facing bay platform would free up space for additional through services, possibly even long-distance ones.
That aside this is a very positive step in my opinion and will make Castle station feel much more like a regional node. Please do all tell me what you think, and share anything you know about all other upcoming developments in Northampton!