Universal Studios UK Rail Infrastructure Upgrades
Sector: Mass Transit • Location: Bedford, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom
Source: BBC
The project involves the development of rail infrastructure to support the proposed Universal Studios theme park near Kempston Hardwick, Bedford. It includes plans to expand Wixams Railway Station from two to four platforms, shuttle services to the park, land set aside for a future East West Rail station, and proposed upgrades to the Marston Vale line and revived links between Bedford and Northamp
- Status
- Prospective
- Sector
- Mass Transit, Road, Rail
- Location
- Bedford, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom
- Updated
- 22 Jul 2026
- Source
- BBC
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Description | The project involves the development of rail infrastructure to support the proposed Universal Studios theme park near Kempston Hardwick, Bedford. It includes plans to expand Wixams Railway Station from two to four platforms, shuttle services to the park, land set aside for a future East West Rail station, and proposed upgrades to the Marston Vale line and revived links between Bedford and Northampton. The aim is to prioritize rail transport to manage the expected 8.5 million annual visitors and reduce road congestion. |
Original sector | Transport |
Location
Country | United Kingdom (UK) |
State | Bedfordshire |
City | Bedford |
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Source | BBC |
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Record type | Project |
Sector | Mass Transit, Road, Rail |
Article published date | 2025-09-16 |
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