A new railway station in Rotherham is set to advance with a £11.35 million investment approved by the South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (SYMCA) on June 24. This funding will allow Rotherham Council to proceed with the detailed design, land acquisition, and procurement process for the “Rotherham Gateway” station, marking a significant step in the town’s regeneration efforts.
The station will connect Rotherham to the national rail network for the first time in decades, positioned on the mainline between Sheffield and Leeds/Doncaster. The project includes two layout options, one featuring two platforms and the other four, alongside a tram-train stop to improve links with Parkgate and Sheffield.
The full scheme is projected to cost between £133 million and £167 million and forms part of broader regeneration plans, including new commercial spaces, green infrastructure, 250 new homes, and a revitalised public realm. A further £10 million from the Town Deal Programme will assist with land acquisition and planning.
Rotherham Council anticipates the station and its surrounding developments will create over 400 jobs and deliver more than £113 million in economic benefits over the next 30 years. The station is expected to open by late 2030, contingent on further approvals, with transport modelling indicating improved journey times for new passengers.
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