Northumberland Rail Line.

[Alan Edgar (Eggy1948)]

 

https://www.northumberlandline.uk/post/bedlington-drop-in-update?fbclid=IwY2xjawEpjHtleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHQZNTE9xShBPPwGa1hVMW6ft_rj8LEr3PhS1BF2CYa_ibUIvaEPfb1Iveg_aem_SqW755Z3ZnZpMUbUtFPitA

Edited August 14, 2024 by Alan Edgar (Eggy1948)

[Alan Edgar (Eggy1948)]

Ashington to newcastle - not stopping at Bedlington - starts on Sunday 15th December 2024

[Alan Edgar (Eggy1948)]

https://northumberlandcoastloop.uk/2024/12/07/nera-things-to-see-on-the-northumberland-line-a-free-guide-and-restating-the-case-for-the-n-c-l/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR0j5MbdiZk_49wU8SOyxHdrroQeJxNDFNnY2WWOeqtZ7xNondVW9CB7oVo_aem_orAnrxx4pvgvQVR7mbQJ6g

[Alan Edgar (Eggy1948)]

https://www.northernrailway.co.uk/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR2MUdkKUl047JgGES-iJSnoH0Qkhv44rLuKjTqcm0ZVHt3NMFkNAfsrRok_aem_tHlMA989V9LgnMDn4-FTEg

 

[Alan Edgar (Eggy1948)]

https://news.railbusinessdaily.com/passengers-make-50000-journeys-on-northumberland-line-services-in-first-month/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR2ee3nEmDQeNNcD6VxSi-MXas4YE9-zQp1hd3O1l31QXTMaA9LAvd0xU4E_aem_Q07dUIZjs8JPh5gaJZHwTw

 

[Alan Edgar (Eggy1948)]

[Alan Edgar (Eggy1948)]

 

Northumberland County Council

 

 

• – Application Summary

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25/00401/FUL|Extensive refurbishment/renovation of long disused station building to create community cafe/bistro|Former Railway Station Building Park Terrace Bedlington Northumberland NE22 7JW

 

https://publicaccess.northumberland.gov.uk/online-applications/applicationDetails.do?activeTab=summary&keyVal=SQWSU2QSH6N00&fbclid=IwY2xjawIW2DBleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHcerva0txBiBYihgxESAakjLi1swdMt-ILD2itlpDav_wAtzqyxlY0AgsQ_aem_Z1GcLcnG1iladtGoXOYDpQ

 

[James]

On 29/01/2025 at 13:24, Alan Edgar (Eggy1948) said:

Old tickets

[Alan Edgar (Eggy1948)]

23 minutes ago, James said:

Old tickets

@James - now in the late 1950's and early 60's from Bedlington's railway station 3rd Class is something I have no recollection of. I can only remember 1st and 2nd Class and we could not afford 1st so always went 2nd along with everyone we knew. 

[Symptoms]

That picture of the Platform Ticket brought back fond memories.  Back in the 60s loads of us lads used to go to the Mayfair in Newcastle to see bands ... we'd get the United bus from the Red Lion to the Haymarket.  Trouble was the last bus back from the Toon would have been maybe 10 or 11pm, so no transport back when the show ended at 1 am approx.  The only solution was to go to the Central Station and catch the 3am London to Edinburgh Mail Train which stopped at the Toon and Morpeth.  We'd then walk from Morpeth to Bedders.  The trouble was you couldn't wait in the Central Station as the British Transport cops used to throw you out unless you had a ticket.  We weren't going to buy one for the full travel cost to Morpeth but always got a Platform Ticket out the machine (I think it might have cost 2d), waited in the station, then got on the train ... no ticket checks that time of night ... we did this for years.

[Vic Patterson]

Maybe these were your tickets to Newcastle Symptoms!

[Canny lass]

1 hour ago, Symptoms said:

We weren't going to buy one for the full travel cost to Morpeth but always got a Platform Ticket out the machine (I think it might have cost 2d), waited in the station, then got on the train ... no ticket checks that time of night ... we did this for years.

I would never have believed that of your good self! Did Bedlingtonians really get up to such mischief!

[Alan Edgar (Eggy1948)]

Northumberland Alerts 

Sesdnoorptlthmh6ua5miu1iiac4a3h5t71f26139aih00if4720ahu91auc  · 

Construction update for Bedlington Station

Works are progressing to install the new station platforms, drainage and fencing at Bedlington Station. Works moving forwards include both daytime and overnight working through the week and on weekends across March 2025 into the spring.

Working hours for day shifts during this period are 8:00am – 6:00pm with overnight shifts between 9:00pm – 07:00am.

Advance notice of full road closures

In order to carry out road drainage infrastructure works on Station Road; a series of full 24 / 7 road closures will be required. These are currently planned to take place on the following dates and times:

· Monday 31 March 2025 0:01am – Friday 4 April 2025 11:59pm

· Thursday 17 April 2025 9:00pm – Tuesday 22 April 7:00am

· Friday 2 May 2025 10:00pm – Monday 5 May 7:30am

Please during the above dates there will be 24 / 7 working. These dates may be subject to change and if so, any changes will be communicated in advance.

Bedlington South Level Crossing will be closed to vehicles during the works, however pedestrians will still be able to use the crossing using the footway. During this period a road diversion will be in place via Melrose Villas & Jubilee Terrace and St Johns Road. Please see below for an image of the diversion route.

Bus Route Diversions

Service X21 will follow the diversion below and not miss any bus stops.

Service 2 will run a loop via Stead Lane/Rothesay Terrace & Station Road so that buses serve their usual stops in each direction and stops at Palace Road & St Johns Road won't be served during the closures.

 

[Alan Edgar (Eggy1948)]

[Vic Patterson]

Any progress/ updates?

[Alan Edgar (Eggy1948)]

1 hour ago, Vic Patterson said:

Any progress/ updates?

Nothing since the my last posting Vic

This is a direct link to the Northumberland Alerts Facebook site :-

Sesdnoorptlthmh6ua5miu1iiac4a3h5t71f26139aih00if4720ahu91auc  

Edited May 14 by Alan Edgar (Eggy1948)

[Alan Edgar (Eggy1948)]

@Vic Patterson post from @Mal on Facebook - can't find a link for non Facebook uses 

https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1ZDwaeigcD/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Edited May 30 by Alan Edgar (Eggy1948)

[Alan Edgar (Eggy1948)]

Update for those who don't have facebook :-

https://www.northumberlandline.uk/post/bedlington-station-construction-update

[Malcolm George Allan]

On 24/02/2025 at 17:01, Symptoms said:

That picture of the Platform Ticket brought back fond memories.  Back in the 60s loads of us lads used to go to the Mayfair in Newcastle to see bands ... we'd get the United bus from the Red Lion to the Haymarket.  Trouble was the last bus back from the Toon would have been maybe 10 or 11pm, so no transport back when the show ended at 1 am approx.  The only solution was to go to the Central Station and catch the 3am London to Edinburgh Mail Train which stopped at the Toon and Morpeth.  We'd then walk from Morpeth to Bedders.  The trouble was you couldn't wait in the Central Station as the British Transport cops used to throw you out unless you had a ticket.  We weren't going to buy one for the full travel cost to Morpeth but always got a Platform Ticket out the machine (I think it might have cost 2d), waited in the station, then got on the train ... no ticket checks that time of night ... we did this for years.

Hi Symptoms I remember those days at the Mayfair my first Band was Family we used to get the Morpeth train back and then walk back to my mothers house arriving at about six am were my mother would rustle up some breakfast for the lads, saw many good bands at the Mayfair before I left Bedlington in October 1973 to go and live in London.

Jazz is not dead it just smells a bit funny. FZ

Thanks for the memory.

Malcolm G Allan.

[Vic Patterson]

Any progress/ updates? still 2026?

[Mal]

On 30/08/2025 at 22:09, Vic Patterson said:

Any progress/ updates? still 2026?

Vic,

 

There is a bit of update on this..............    The last of the developments will rely on a further £40M of funding being found!  

 

NCC are being asked for £10M while the rest is coming from government and The NE Mayoral authority.  Fingers crossed they all agree!  

The NCC meeting to agree is tomorrow and Ill be watching with some interest!  

[Vic Patterson]

Thank you Mal, yes fingers crossed.

[Mal]

They have now got planning permission to revamp one of the old buildings on the platform there into a heritage themed café.  

[Vic Patterson]

I see funding is approved, excellent. 

[Alan Edgar (Eggy1948)]

https://www.northumberlandline.uk/post/bedlington-station-construction-drop-in-event-on-thursday-23rd-october-2025

Bedlington Station Construction - Drop In Event on Thursday 23rd October 2025

• 2 days ago

The Northumberland Line team will be holding a public information drop-in session on Thursday 23 October 2025 from 6:00pm to 7:30pm at East Bedlington Community Centre, 16 Station Street, Bedlington, NE22 7JN.

Members of the team delivering the project, including Northumberland County Council and stations contractor Morgan Sindall Infrastructure, will be available to speak to about the construction works.

PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A DROP IN EVENT AND NOT A PRESENTATION EVENT.

Advanced notice of kerb replacement works and drainage testing works

From Monday 27 October 2025 – Friday 7 November 2025 we will be replacing the kerbs on Station Road, Palace Road and Ravensworth Street between the hours of 11:00pm – 6:00am Monday – Friday (nights only). During this period works to test the drains ahead of the drainage installation will also be carried out in the carriageway on Station Road, Ravensworth Street and the junction of Station Road on the evening of Monday 27 October 2025- Tuesday 28 October 2025 between the hours of 11:00pm – 6:00am.

In order to carry put these works safely, traffic management will be in place in the form of multi-phase lights throughout this period of works. The phased traffic management approach will mean only one lane will be closed at once so access will be maintained throughout the works. Please note that a pedestrian diversion will in place during this period which will be clearly signposted.

What to expect during the works

 

Throughout these works there is potential for noise and vibration, and delays to your journey. We will aim to keep disruption as minimal as practically possible and within the terms agreed with the local planning authority.