Residents in Stanley, County Durham, will see a major overhaul of their local bus station following a £2.5 million funding award to modernise the facility. Durham County Council secured the money from the North East Combined Authority to make the hub safer and more modern.
The project focuses on making the area more welcoming, particularly for women and girls. Plans include redesigning the entrance to make it more open and visible, which helps tackle concerns about anti-social behaviour. By changing the layout, the council aims to create a brighter and more comfortable environment for everyone using the station.
Passengers can expect new features like digital interactive passenger information displays and solar panels on the roof. The work will also include better seating and upgraded toilet facilities to help improve the experience of waiting for a bus. These additions are designed to make public transport a more attractive choice for local people.
Work on the station is expected to start in the spring or summer of 2026. The full redesign is targeted for completion by the spring of 2027. Local passengers should look out for future council updates regarding any temporary changes to bus times or stops while the work is being carried out.
North East Mayor Kim McGuinness said the goal is to provide public transport that is affordable, safe, and accessible for everyone. She noted that the investment will make the station a better and brighter place for local people to start their journeys. This project follows similar work done recently to upgrade transport hubs in other parts of the county.
