Network Rail said it has completed work to extend platforms at Wokingham and Bracknell railway stations, as part of an £800 million Waterloo & South West Upgrade to increase capacity into Waterloo by 30% by the end of 2018.
Platforms at the two stations have been extended by Network Rail’s engineers
to be able to accommodate longer, 10-car trains, which South West Trains will begin operating on the route next month.
Becky Lumlock, route managing director at Network Rail, said: “The completion of work at Wokingham and Bracknell is further evidence that our Railway Upgrade Plan is delivering a better railway for passengers.
“Extending the platforms is a significant step towards completing our enormous £800 million Waterloo & South West Upgrade scheme, which will significantly increase the amount of space for passengers using the railway to and from Waterloo.
“I’d like to thank passengers for their patience while we’ve upgraded their stations.”
Margaret Kay, managing director of South West Trains, said: “We’re looking forward to introducing longer 10-carriage trains this year.
“These trains will provide more space and extra capacity for our passengers.”
