Passengers and residents are being invited to find out more about multi-million-pound plans to install two new lifts at Warwick Station.

Network Rail is planning to install the lifts in the existing subway starting in July.

The works, which are part of the government's access for all scheme, are expected to be completed by the end of the year.

They will provide step-free access for passengers using platforms one and two for the first time.

While no train services will be affected by the station improvements, the subway will have to be closed for the lifts to be installed.

This means a six-minute diversion will be in place for passengers moving between each platform.

A compound for engineers will also be created in the station car park, taking several spaces out of use.

The station's customer toilets will also be temporarily relocated.

To explain more about the plans and how the work could impact people, Network Rail is inviting residents and businesses to an information event between 3pm and 7pm on Monday 28 November at the Warwick Arms Hotel at 17 High Street, Warwick.

The subway between the platforms will be closed during the works (image via Network Rail)

Elinor Weymouth, scheme project manager for Network Rail, said: "We're really pleased to be delivering this important piece of work for passengers in Warwick which will see step-free access between platforms one and two for the first time.

"There will be some local disruption during the multi-million-pound upgrade which is why we're holding an information event at the Warwick Arms Hotel so people can find out more.

"I'd urge anyone living or working nearby to come along and meet the project team so we can explain in person how this important work is making journeys better for passengers."

Network Rail says it is working closely with Chiltern Railways to cause the "least possible disruption to passengers and the local community" while work takes places throughout 2023. 

Eleni Jordan, commercial and customer strategy director at Chiltern Railways, said: "We are delighted that step-free access between platforms at Warwick station is being installed. 

"Alongside Network Rail, we will be in regular contact with local stakeholders and the wider community while these changes take place, as there will be some disruption while these works are completed.

"When the lift installations are complete, it will be a significant improvement to accessibility and customer experience at the station."

Passengers are advised to check their journey while work at Warwick station is underway at www.nationalrail.co.uk