Revised HS2 redevelopment plans for Euston Station revealed

The plans include the retention of 15 of the existing 18 platforms at the station and the construction of 11 new platforms for high speed trains. The proposals also have potential for over-station development, including housing and business space, as well as improved facilities, pedestrian links and a combined concourse and facade.

The proposals replace previous plans published last year under which the station and platforms would have been demolished and rebuilt.

HS2 Ltd said in a statement that the new proposals had been developed partly in response to local community concern about the potential disruption the decade-long redevelopment would have taken.

It said that, under the new plans, the existing platforms would not need to be rebuilt and the station could continue to operate "mostly as normal" rather than having to move old services to new platforms.

“HS2 will be an engine for growth that supports the creation of thousands of jobs for Londoners, provides extra space on the existing lines for more commuter services, and improved connectivity with our great northern cities," said HS2 chief executive Alison Munro.

“Community concerns have been raised about the potential disruption caused by the redevelopment of Euston Station. Following more work done by our engineers to find the best way to deliver best value for taxpayers, we have identified an option that we believe delivers great opportunities for the area while minimising the potential effects on local communities in Camden and on passengers," Munro said.

“We are looking at an option for Euston Station which would see new platforms built as part of an integrated, redeveloped station with a combined concourse, new western entrance and improved facilities across the integrated terminus."

“Economic work done as part of Camden Council’s plan for the area has demonstrated that there is a case for major redevelopment with the potential for commercial investment, and we want to look at these opportunities with Camden. We also realise the importance Camden Council places on over-station development, and our proposal for Euston enables this, with potential for future homes, businesses and open space," Munro said.

“Whatever option is adopted, Euston would be the gateway to the Midlands and North with improved facilities for passengers and better connections with the Underground,” she added.

HS2 said it expects the redevelopment to be completed by 2026.