#Trains are now running again between Newquay and Par after Network Rail completed the third major phase of the Mid #Cornwall #Metro (MCM) project. This work, lasting four weeks, included building a new passing loop at Goss Moor, replacing 400m of track at St Blazey, repairing the 152-year-old Ponts Mill viaduct, and installing new signals between Newquay and Goonbarrow. Funded by the Government and Cornwall Council, MCM aims to improve local #transport. The first phase will introduce hourly trains between Newquay and Par later this year, with coast-to-coast services planned for 2026. The project also includes upgrades to Goss Moor, allowing both local and long-distance trains to operate simultaneously. The viaduct repair was essential for safe, long-term operation. These improvements will significantly boost Cornwall’s rail service, benefiting residents, commuters, and tourists.
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