Work has officially resumed on the multi-million-pound redevelopment of Skegness railway station — bringing fresh momentum to plans to transform the town’s key gateway.

East Midlands Railway (EMR), operated by Transport UK, has confirmed construction is back under way on the £3.3 million scheme, delivered in partnership with Network Rail and new contractor Gelder Group.

The Lincolnshire-based firm will carry out the next phase of works, which will see the main station building fully refurbished and the historic Red Star Building brought back into use.

Funding for the project comes from the Government’s Towns Fund through Connected Coast, alongside investment from EMR and Network Rail.

Work has resumed on £3.3m transformation of Skegness Station.

placeholder image — Work has resumed on £3.3m transformation of Skegness Station.

The scheme includes essential restoration works such as roof repairs, brick repointing, new double-glazed windows, and upgrades to mechanical and electrical systems, including modern fire and security equipment.

Once complete, passengers can expect:

New and improved waiting areas
Accessible toilets
Changing Places facilities
Parent and baby amenities

But the plans go beyond rail passengers. The development will also create a new community café, flexible bookable space for local groups, and two retail units, supporting businesses and helping make the station a more welcoming space for residents and visitors alike.

The current station building will close temporarily while work continues.

A new cycle shelter will be installed, along with space for seasonal and pop-up retail, encouraging sustainable travel and boosting the station’s role as a vibrant entrance to the seaside resort.

In the coming weeks, the current station building will close temporarily as operations move into the refurbished sections of the Red Star Building while work continues.

Philippa Cresswell, Customer Services Director at EMR, described the restart as a “significant milestone”, adding that the project will create a more accessible, welcoming and modern station for the community.

Connected Coast Chair Chris Baron said it was “great to see the works getting underway once again”, describing the refurbishment as an important investment in a vital gateway to the town.

Steve Gelder MBE, Chief Executive of Gelder Group, said the company was proud to deliver the next stage of the regeneration, adding that restoring the historic Red Star Building would create valuable community and commercial space for years to come.

When finished, the revamped station aims to offer a far stronger first impression for visitors arriving in Skegness — while providing improved facilities for the people who use it every day.