Crossrail 2 News

25th November 2016
Share this post: 

The Friends of Wimbledon Town Centre tell us that Crossrail 2 has been actively working on four options for Wimbledon town centre. These are:

• Option 1: The 2015 proposal in greater detail, with some boundary adjustments and phasing of the engineering work to reduce disruption.

• Option 2: Place Crossrail 2 in a deep tunnel.

• Option 3: Place non-stopping trains in a deep tunnel. This work would need to be carried out first, so could cause a delay to the overall scheme.

• Option 4: Shift the scheme north towards Alexandra Road. Crossrail 2 platforms would be where the tram platforms are currently and all existing lines would move northwards. This could save some buildings in the town centre but has an impact on Alexandra Road (Magistrates' Court and Waitrose).

All the options involve the demolition of residential properties...

You can read the full article in the autumn edition of FORUM the newsletter for Merton Park Ward Residents Association

Further information can be found at: CROSSRAIL2 and residents views at: Friends of Wimbledon Town Centre

Latest

Turners Estate Agents in Morden present their latest leaflet campaign inviting Homeowners to discuss the current local market...
Turners celebrate the Queens Platinum Jubilee with a fantastic window display with help from local school children...
Turners support local rugby club Merton RFC with new advertising banners for grass roots sport.
Take part in Merton Park Heritage Trail from Sat 21st Aug - Sun 12th Sept. A trail of historical images around Merton Park and Morden Town Centre. Organised by MPWRA.
Merton Civic Centre, 21 August, 12 - 4.30pm FREE open day featuring talks, displays, children’s crafts and stalls from museums, heritage and community groups. You can also take a selfie with the F A…