Passengers asked to allow extra time when using Worcester Foregate Street due to subway closure

West Midlands Railway is urging passengers using Worcester Foregate Street to leave extra time when changing platforms when the station's subway is closed for four weeks in June.

Technicians from Network Rail are carrying out maintenance work will carry out maintenance work on the subway, starting on Monday 2 June. The underpass connecting the two platforms at the station will be closed for four weeks while the work takes place. Passengers will be required to take an alternative route between platforms during this time.

Passengers are encouraged to enter the station on the side of the platform they will be departing from. When changing platforms, they will need to exit the station, walk under the bridge and re-enter through the other entrance, with directional signage in place to help passengers navigate the station.

Jonny Wiseman, customer experience director at West Midlands Railway, said: “We thank our passengers for their patience while Network Rail carries out this routine maintenance work at Foregate Street. For those making a connection, your walking time to the opposite platform will be a few minutes longer than usual, so I recommend planning this into your journey time.”

To plan your journey, visit www.wmr.uk