Brighton Road bridge near Coulsdon South station
Safety upgrade to prevent vehicle strikes for Brighton Road bridge near Coulsdon South station
From September 2025 we will install new steel protection beams at Brighton Road bridge near Coulsdon South station to reduce vehicle strikes and keep trains running smoothly.
Project timeline
Work will begin on 1 September 2025. Sections of the work are currently being re-planned and the expected finish date will be shared soon.
What work is taking place?
The Brighton Road bridge, which carries the Brighton Main Line over the A23, has been hit multiple times by large vehicles. This has caused delays and disruption to train services.
To tackle this, we will install specially designed steel protection beams and a support structure. This will absorb vehicle impacts and protect the bridge structure.
When is the work taking place and how will it affect me?
To facilitate the safe installation of the protection beam, the car park at the station will be temporarily closed from 00:01 on Thursday 23 April until 23:59 on Monday 27 April. There will also be a road closure on Brighton Road. We will provide more details on the impacts to vehicle and pedestrian access soon.
Road closures and station access
At times, traffic management and a road closure will be in place on Brighton Road to support the works. We will provide more details on the dates, times and the impacts to vehicle and pedestrian access soon. We are working closely with the local authority, Southern and our contractors to minimise disruption and ensure safe access for all road users and pedestrians. Access to Coulsdon South station will be maintained throughout.
Why is the work needed?
Bridge strikes are a major cause of train delays and infrastructure damage. Despite efforts like improved signage and driver education, the Brighton Road bridge continues to be hit. Installing protection beams is a proven solution that will safeguard the bridge, reduce delays, and improve reliability for thousands of daily passengers.
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