Sevenoaks Station Lift Redevelopment Begins Woolwich Foot Tunnel Lift Repair Delayed

Work to replace the lifts at Kent's Sevenoaks Station is set to begin as the current lifts have become increasingly unreliable, with the full project expected to finish by March 2026. Meanwhile, the northern lift of the Woolwich Foot Tunnel, which connects Greenwich and Newham across the River Thames and has been out of service since August 2022, is slated for repairs to begin shortly and be completed within the next year. The repair costs of approximately £360,000 will be shared equally by Greenwich and Newham councils, although delays have occurred due to Newham's pending signing of a maintenance cost-sharing agreement. Both councils have expressed commitment to resolving the issue and restoring lift service, despite the tunnel's age and the challenges posed by its Grade II listed status. The Woolwich Foot Tunnel remains open 24/7 and serves about 300,000 pedestrians and cyclists annually, underscoring the importance of the repair work. These infrastructure efforts highlight ongoing investments in accessibility and modernization across transport facilities in the region.