West Drayton becomes another step-free station

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West Drayton station has been transformed ahead of the Elizabeth Line opening next year, with a revamped ticket hall featuring a striking new glass and steel extension, opening on July 20.

Additional lifts and a new footbridge have been installed, and at present four of the five platforms are step-free, with the final platform becoming step-free by the end of the year.

Many improvements have taken place around the station, including extended platforms for Crossrail trains, a new gate line, improved lighting and signage and an expansion of the ticket hall.