New station lift reaches milestone

Constituency MP Josh Dean recently visited Hertford North station to see progress on installing a new lift for Platform 1.

The new lift will provide passengers with a step-free, more accessible route to the platform – particularly those with limited  mobility, heavy luggage or pushchairs.

There is already step-free access to platforms 2 and 3

The work recently reached a new milestone with the new lift shaft superstructure installed and lift shaft cladding completed. 

Nicola Butterworth, Network Rail senior sponsor, said: "The installation of the lift shaft superstructure marks a key step towards making Hertford North more accessible for all our passengers. We continue to work closely with industry partners to deliver these improvements as quickly as possible and we’re grateful to residents for their patience and support while the upgrades are being carried out."

Carl Martin, accessibility lead for Great Northern, which operates Hertford North station, said: "It’s extremely encouraging to see progress being made. Our community at Hertford North deserves full access to the station, which is why we were so pleased when the government confirmed funding for this scheme."

All works at Hertford North station are due to complete in autumn 2026.