The renovation aims to provide passengers with a modern bus station which is more welcoming, accessible and energy efficient. The revamped facility will be part of the Weaver Network, West Yorkshire’s new, integrated transport networ.
Inside the building, there will be real-time bus and rail information screens to help passengers with connecting journeys, improved security measures and more accessible toilets, including a Changing Places toilet with extra features to meet the needs of people with a range of disabilities.
There will be a new entrance canopy, solar panels and a green roof, along with new cycle parking, upgraded shop fronts and public space improvements outside the building.
Huddersfield will be the third Weaver Network bus station in Kirklees, with Heckmondwike and Dewsbury bus stations both due to open later this year. These facilities will help make buses a more attractive option and encourage more people to use public transport.
Chris Yates, Yorkshire director of Willmott Dixon said, “We’re delighted to be working in partnership with West Yorkshire Combined Authority and Kirklees Council to transform Huddersfield Bus Station into a modern and sustainable transport hub to better connect people.
“We’re passionate about creating employment opportunities and work experience as part of our projects, and this is no different. We’re aiming to provide 584 employment support hours, 177 hours of educational support in local schools and colleges, 398 apprentice weeks and 31 weeks of work experience during the station transformation. We’re looking forward to starting on site next week.”
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