In papers published this week for the Greater Cambridgeshire Partnership (GCP) Joint Assembly, the latest developments for the project are outlined via a full business case.
The £40m station, which is estimated to complete construction in 2027, has been designed to meet the significant population increase as the new town of Waterbeach develops with the creation of 11,000 homes.
The papers highlight how the relocated station will integrate with other transport schemes in the area such as the Waterbeach to Cambridge busway and Waterbeach Greenway. They also explain how facilities at the new station could be developed via modular units as the station develops in line with passenger numbers.
Niamh Matthews, assistant director, strategy and programme at the GCP said: “The new railway station at Waterbeach will be significant piece of the infrastructure required to meet the demand of this rapidly growing transport corridor. The new town of Waterbeach is continuing to develop with 11,000 new homes expected to be built in the next 20 years. This demand means unfortunately the much-loved station in the village will no longer meet the needs of the growing community.
“The station will bring longer, accessible platforms, better integration with cycling and bus facilities and will not conflict with motor vehicles as the current facility does with a crossing splitting the station in half. The full business case demonstrates the work which is progressing and members will have the opportunity to have their say when they meet on Thursday 19 June.”
The Joint Assembly papers also explain the plans for the current Waterbeach station which is proposed to be withdrawn from use. This process will be progressed through a Department for Transport 12-week consultation expected in the autumn.
The Joint Assembly will meet on Thursday 19 June at the Cambridge City Council Chamber at the Guildhall from 2pm. The meeting will be broadcast via the GCP’s YouTube channel.
To keep up to date with developments in Waterbeach, please visit www.greatercambridgeshire.org.uk.