Quainton's Station Road reopens thanks to HS2 funded repairs

Station Road in Quainton within Aylesbury Vale had been closed so that the bridge’s three arches were looked at as they were deemed to be unsafe.

After several months of work, the road was accessible to motorists on Tuesday, January 2.

This strengthening, which was partly funded by HS2, will remove the weight limit that was on the bridge, allowing it to stay open for all road users during planned HS2 road closures in the wider area which start in 2024.

Neil Gaskin, project director for Network Rail’s Central route, said: “We’re pleased to safely reopen Station Road bridge to motorists in Buckinghamshire and I’d like to thank local people for their patience while the bridge was closed. 

Network Rail with HS2 and Buckinghamshire Council reopening Station Road bridge in Quainton (Image: Network Rail)

“This vital strengthening work will help to keep traffic moving while our partners at HS2 continue construction of the new high-speed railway between London and Birmingham.”

Iain Macpherson, Buckinghamshire councillor, added: “It's been both a privilege and a delight to chair this sizeable group of up to forty members, at times, since inception in August.

“The high level of motivation demonstrated by every member, even when confronted by some complex challenges, has been outstanding and the weekly meeting discipline has kept us on track.

“We set a year-end re-opening target and we've delivered. Well done to everyone.”