Station improvements
Lewisham Council is discussing the use of Section 106 funding for station improvements, alongside planned upgrades by Southeastern/Network Rail.
Lewisham Council officers are currently discussing the best use of Section 106 funding available for station improvements, according to meeting documents from October 2025. This follows an announcement by Southeastern and Network Rail representatives in October 2025 of upgrades for Lewisham station, including the relocation of the gateline to platform 1 in early 2026 to ease congestion.
The gateline relocation is described as a capacity-relief scheme, with canopy refurbishment also planned for 2026/27. These plans were outlined by Southeastern and Network Rail representatives at a Public Transport Liaison Forum meeting in October 2025, where they addressed questions about station improvements.
The relocation of the gateline to platform 1 at Lewisham station is scheduled for early 2026, with canopy refurbishment following in 2026/27. Discussions are ongoing between Lewisham Council officers and other parties to determine the optimal allocation of Section 106 funding for further improvements.
Key facts
- Lewisham station's gateline relocation to platform 1 is planned for early 2026. Source
- Canopy refurbishment at Lewisham station is planned for 2026/27. Source
- Lewisham Council has Section 106 funding available for station improvements. Source
- Southeastern and Network Rail representatives announced upgrades in October 2025. Source
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