Avanti West Coast prepares for next phase of £2m Macclesfield station redevelopment

Avanti West Coast is set to begin the last phase of works to redevelop Macclesfield station.

Avanti West Coast is investing £2m to redevelop Macclesfield station with the last phase of works set to begin this week.

Focused on improvements to the main station building, the works are designed to enhance the customer experience and create a welcoming gateway for those travelling by rail.

The project will see the creation of a modern, spacious station entrance with an upgraded ticket office, new waiting room, and toilets, including an accessible toilet. A new retail unit will also be available.

All these facilities will be located within the same footprint as the existing station building on platform 1. The work, which is due to be completed in Spring 2026 follows the installation of new bike storage, which came into use last month.  

In addition, Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) technology will be introduced at the station car park to make end-to-end journeys more seamless. It will save time entering and exiting, where car park barriers are currently in place, and remove the hassle of having to pay for parking after travelling by train.

More payment options will also be available for parking, including card, Google Wallet, Apple Pay and cash, which can be done before or after a train journey.

While the work takes place, the main station building will be closed with reduced facilities. Alternative ticket retailing will be available, and temporary toilets will be in place on platform 1. The station will also be cashless and only accept card payments.   

Customers travelling to or from Macclesfield during this time are advised to buy their tickets online, where possible.

Dean Duthie, Engineering and Infrastructure Director at Avanti West Coast, said:

“This investment is part of our commitment to offer the best possible experience to our customers. The redevelopment will make the station a more welcoming environment and an improved gateway to Macclesfield – a town we’re proud to serve.  

“We recognise the work taking place will mean reduced facilities for customers using the station and would like to thank them for their patience and understanding. As always, our station team will be on hand to help with any queries.”