A main level crossing in Driffield now has faster barriers after essential upgrades.
Rail passengers and the wider community are being thanked for their patience following essential renewal work at Skerne Road level crossing in Driffield.
Over a six-day period, engineers worked to replace decades-old equipment – including the installation of a new operating system, replacing the level crossing deck and resurfacing the road.
The brand-new operating system is the first of its kind outside the trial site in Anglia.
Teams also replaced the old level crossing barriers with new electric ones that lower and raise much faster than the outdated system they replaced.
Network Rail say that the work was essential in improving rail reliability and safety for all users.
A mechanical wheel, which operated the old level crossing barriers, was donated to the Yorkshire Wolds Railway – preserving rail history for many years to come.

Amelia Fordyce, scheme project manager for Network Rail’s Eastern region, said:
“We are delighted that the renewal work at Driffield Skerne Road level crossing is now complete and was done ahead of schedule.
"This project was vital and has replaced decades-old equipment to greatly enhance the reliability of the rail network and long-term safety.
"We would like to thank passengers, businesses and residents in the local community for their patience and understanding while this work was carried out.”
Northern Powergrid also completed some essential work within the road closure limits, helping to minimise disruption for the local community.


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