Lewisham station upgrades
Lewisham Council is discussing the use of Section 106 funding for station upgrades, including gateline relocation and canopy refurbishment planned for 2026/27.
Lewisham Council officers are currently discussing the use of Section 106 funding for improvements at Lewisham station, which include a planned canopy refurbishment for 2026/27. In October 2025, Southeastern and Network Rail representatives announced plans for upgrades to ease congestion, including the relocation of the gateline to platform 1, at a Public Transport Liaison Forum meeting.
The relocation of the gateline to platform 1 was planned for early 2026 as a capacity-relief scheme, aiming to create more space within the station. The overall project seeks to improve Lewisham station, including capacity relief and the potential development of an additional station exit on Platform 4.
Key facts
- Canopy refurbishment at Lewisham station is planned for 2026/27. Source
- The relocation of the gateline to platform 1 was planned for early 2026. Source
- Lewisham Council has Section 106 funding available for station improvements. Source
- Southeastern and Network Rail announced upgrades at a Public Transport Liaison Forum meeting on 14 October 2025. Source
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