A SECOND entrance to Hanwell Station has been opened to commuters for the first time in more than three decades.
The £300,000 project to restore the abandoned entrance on Station Approach also includes new paving, improved lighting, new CCTV cameras, a new canopy and cycle parking.
It was originally closed in the 1970s and restoration was identified as a key priority to improve access and ease commuter congestion. The work is in keeping with the heritage of the Grade II listed building.
Ealing Council contributed £50,000 to the project, and £250,000 was provided by TfL, while First Great Western managed the work.
Further work planned for the station includes installing step-free access as part of preparations for Crossrail, which is expected to begin service in 2018.
There are also plans for a new crossing in Station Approach.
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