Manchester Piccadilly Station Braces for Busy Weekend
Manchester Piccadilly station is expected to be busier than usual this weekend, with nearly 200,000 people attending several major events in the city. According to Rail Advent, the Parklife festival will take place in Heaton Park, while the charity event Soccer Aid will be held at Old Trafford.
In addition to these events, concerts by Catfish and the Bottlemen on Friday, June 13, and Chris Brown on Sunday, June 15, are also expected to draw large crowds. To manage the anticipated influx of passengers, Network Rail is advising people to plan their journeys in advance and check when their last train home is scheduled to depart. Passengers can get up-to-date information from the National Rail website or from their train operator.
As reported by Rail Advent, additional railway staff, supplemented by volunteers, will be available to assist passengers and ensure effective crowd control. During the weekend, Manchester Piccadilly station will be closed after the last train has departed from the station and will reopen when train services start operating again the following morning.
Network Rail is asking passengers travelling on Friday, Saturday, and/or Sunday to plan their journey, especially their journey home, allow extra time for their journey, as it expects there to be long queues to access platforms, not rely on later trains to travel home, as they will be limited and are expected to be very busy, and treat staff at the station with kindness and respect.
Margaret Edge, Manchester Piccadilly’s station delivery manager, said: "We want to make sure everyone going to Parklife, Soccer Aid, and gigs across Manchester enjoys themselves, and we’ll be here to make sure you can travel safely by train. Please plan your journey in advance and know when your last train is. The station will be closing overnight, so if you need to travel by train to get home, planning ahead on National Rail Enquiries is essential."
Rail Advent reports that passengers can expect a significant number of people at the station, and it is crucial to plan ahead to avoid any disruptions. By planning their journey in advance, passengers can ensure a smooth and safe journey.
The station’s busiest periods are expected to be during the events, and Rail Advent advises passengers to be prepared for long queues and crowded platforms. By following Network Rail’s advice and planning ahead, passengers can minimise disruptions and enjoy their weekend.
In a statement, Rail Advent emphasises the importance of planning ahead and checking the National Rail website for up-to-date information. By doing so, passengers can ensure a stress-free journey to and from Manchester Piccadilly station.
With thousands of people expected to attend the events, Rail Advent reports that Network Rail is working hard to ensure that passengers have a safe and enjoyable journey. By providing additional staff and implementing crowd control measures, the station aims to manage the large crowds and provide a smooth travel experience.
Preparation is Key
To ensure a smooth journey, passengers are advised to:
- Plan their journey, especially their journey home
- Allow extra time for their journey, as it expects there to be long queues to access platforms
- Not rely on later trains to travel home, as they will be limited and are expected to be very busy
- Treat staff at the station with kindness and respect
By following these tips and planning ahead, passengers can minimise disruptions and enjoy their weekend. As Rail Advent reports, Network Rail is working hard to ensure that passengers have a safe and enjoyable journey.
Station Closure
Manchester Piccadilly station will be closed after the last train has departed from the station on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. The station will reopen when train services start operating again the following morning.
Additional Support
Additional railway staff, supplemented by volunteers, will be available to assist passengers and ensure effective crowd control.
By providing additional support and implementing crowd control measures, the station aims to manage the large crowds and provide a smooth travel experience. As reported by Rail Advent, Network Rail is working hard to ensure that passengers have a safe and enjoyable journey.
Quote from Margaret Edge
"We want to make sure everyone going to Parklife, Soccer Aid, and gigs across Manchester enjoys themselves, and we’ll be here to make sure you can travel safely by train. Please plan your journey in advance and know when your last train is. The station will be closing overnight, so if you need to travel by train to get home, planning ahead on National Rail Enquiries is essential." – Margaret Edge, Manchester Piccadilly’s station delivery manager.
Rail Advent provides up-to-date information on the station and the events taking place in Manchester. By planning ahead and following the advice provided, passengers can ensure a smooth and safe journey to and from Manchester Piccadilly station.
