Larkhall construction begins
Date: 24/02/2004
The Larkhall to Hamilton and Anniesland to Maryhill lines are to be re-opened. A two trains an hour service will run to Dalmuir serving new stations at Larkhall, Merryton, Chatelherault. A station at Dawsholm is planned for the Anniesland to Maryhill section. The ground was officially broken on 24/02/2004 by Transport Minister Nicol Stephen MSP.
See the RAILSCOT | Larkhall re-opening page below for timetable details.
External links
BBC News
Work is starting started on the first new rail link north of the border since the 1970s.
SPT Press Release
Work starts on historic rail link
Scottish Executive Press Release
Larkhall to Milngavie rail link to become first bracnh line to fully reopen since 1979.
