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Closing the crossing at Churchfield Road

There is a discussion about the potential impact of the West London Orbital line on level crossings in the area on ChiswickW4.com in which the following document was shared. This dates back quite some time but the project seems to be gaining momentum so it might be worth bearing in mind again. The Churchfield Road crossing would be considered for closure with a footbridge and ramp being installed. Closure isn't necessarily going to happen but, if it doesn't there will be very long queues up and down Churchfield Road.https://wla.london/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/2017-October-West-London-Orbital-Rail-Technical-Analysis-and-Conclusions.pdf

Mark Evans ● 42d5 Comments

Let's just assume that the costs of doing this would be less than the benefits, which I very much doubt, who is paying for it?

Alan Fairchild ● 14d

Mr Griffin, that is FAR too much a common sense suggestion.Whilst it would undoubtedly cost, in these "modern" times ANY cost, regardless of the Benefits, is ENTIRELY out of the question.

Rosco White ● 26d

As a user of Bollo Lane crossings for some 30 years I would suggest the best way to cut down on waiting time for road users is to re instate the signaller in the crossing box, the waiting times were far shorter when the crossing was manned.

Paul Griffin ● 26d

Seems like unnecessary scaremongering to me. There would only be an extra 8 trains an hour if the West London Orbital is built. This would obviously mean queues were much longer and but the problem would solve itself as people opted for other routes particular with SatNav enabling motorists to be aware of any delays.

Alan Fairchild ● 27d

We might be facing the same problem with the suggested closure of one of the level crossings in Bollo Lane. At least in Churchfield you already have a foot tunnel under the station, while a new fully accessible crossing in either location will be a substantial construction.

Peter Evans ● 41d