Network Rail’s ongoing transformation of Scarborough station has allowed a rare view inside the grade II-listed building’s clocktower.
The £14 million upgrade includes a new roof, drainage systems, restored stonework and refurbished waiting room and ticket office.
A Railway Heritage Trust grant of £203,000 has allowed for the restoration of the clocktower as an additional benefit while the scaffolding is in place.
The clock hands are being regilded using 23¾-carat, double-thick English gold leaf – a traditional heritage technique. This is the same type of craftsmanship used on historical cathedral clocks.
The gear mechanisms, which partly protrude into the open sea air, have suffered weather damage and are being carefully dismantled, cleaned, repainted, regreased, and reassembled.
Ann Shannon, scheme project manager for Network Rail, said:
“Our work to upgrade Scarborough station was already extensive and will transform the experience for passengers.
“The Railway Heritage Trust grant has meant we’ve been able to achieve even more with this exciting project. The restoration of the clocktower, with upgraded lighting, will be the crowning glory of this landmark building. We can’t wait for the public to see the significant improvements when the project is completed.”
Tim Hedley-Jones, director of the Railway Heritage Trust, said:
“We have given many grants to help restore railway clocks over our 40-year history. Clocks and clocktowers provide important focal points for stations and the example at Scarborough is one of the best in the country. We are pleased that Network Rail is taking an exemplary approach to its restoration.”
Roof repairs were started in 2021. After funding constraints were overcome, the full restoration began in spring last year.
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