Brockenhurst to Lymington Pier upgrades
We’re making improvements to the railway between Brockenhurst and Lymington so that passengers can enjoy a more reliable service into the future.
What work is taking place?
During the closure the first line closure at the end of October, we will be re-railing three quarters of a mile’s worth of track between Brockenhurst and Lymington Pier. We will also be using a Sand Rover to apply a sticky material to the tracks which helps the wheels of the trains grip the tracks.
We will also be beginning our work to strengthen the viaduct which runs over the river between Lymington Town and Lymington Pier. We’ll be improving the durability of the wrought iron columns which support the structure as well as carrying out preventative works to make sure the viaduct continues to safely carry passengers over Lymington River into the future.
When is the work taking place?
Our engineers will be working between Saturday 26 October and Sunday 2 November during the first phase of our works, and will be returning over Christmas to complete them.
Our teams will be working around the clock to get this work done.
How will this work affect me?
During this closure, buses will replace some South Western Railway services between Brockenhurst and Lymington Pier. Buses will operate as per the below:
Saturday 26 October to Saturday 2 November
Two buses per hour Brockenhurst to Lymington Pier calling at Lymington Town
Sunday 3 November
Two buses per hour Brockenhurst to Lymington Town. Shuttle service Lymington Town to Lymington Pier as required.
Why is the work needed?
We are doing this work because the viaduct needs to be strengthened to continue to allow trains to run safely over it. Renewing the rails on this part of the line will also mean there will be fewer faults, and more reliable services for passengers into the future.
Get in touch
For more information or to get in touch with us, please contact us by visiting our contact us page or by calling our 24-hour national helpline on 03457 11 41 41.