Bristol Temple Meads roof restoration progresses
A KEY phase in the restoration of the historic train shed roof at Bristol Temple Meads started on April 12, when Network Rail and its contractor Tasker began the grit-blasting process.
The Grade I listed roof is part-way through a restoration spanning several years, and this phase will remove any old paint, dirt and surface contaminants from the metal parts of the structure ahead of repairs, repainting and reglazing.
Work will take place in stages, each section encapsulated, so no dust or debris reaches the platforms. Grit-blasting will take place overnight, but noise levels will be monitored. The roof refurbishment is due to be completed in the summer of 2024.
At the station a separate project is underway to upgrade the station’s electrics, bringing the power supply for lighting, passenger information and
CCTV systems all brought up to modern day standards. From April 18, the station’s ticket office was temporarily relocated to the former Bonaparte cafe bar on platform 3 for up to 12 weeks.