The new £6.4m Bishop Auckland Bus Station is now officially open to the public, marking the completion of a major investment in the town centre’s transport infrastructure.
Delivered by Esh Construction on behalf of the Durham County Council, the bus station was built on the site of the former facility on Saddler Street and provides a modern, safe and welcoming transport hub for residents and visitors travelling into Bishop Auckland.
Representatives from Esh joined Durham County Council at a formal opening ceremony, following the completion of the bus station and £1.8m of associated enabling works. The project forms part of wider regeneration activity aimed at improving connectivity and supporting the town’s long-term vitality.
Steven Garrigan, Divisional Director at Esh Construction, said: “Esh is proud to have delivered a modern, fully accessible transport hub that will play an important role in supporting Bishop Auckland’s regeneration and strengthening local connectivity.
“Working closely with Durham County Council, this project reflects our commitment to delivering high quality infrastructure that serves communities across the region, while also creating meaningful social value and opportunities locally.”
Alongside the bus station, there will also be a new 124-space car park, with accessible spaces for wheelchairs and Blue Badge holders and parking for motorcycles. There will also be electric vehicle charging points and bicycle parking.
Cllr Tim McGuinness, Durham County Council’s Cabinet member for rural, farming and transport, said:
“The completion of Bishop Auckland Bus Station is a major step in our plans to regenerate Bishop Auckland and boost its standing as a thriving market town and visitor destination.
“The bus station looks fantastic and will provide the local community with modern, up-to-date facilities so they can access opportunities within the county and beyond. It will also serve as a positive welcome for visitors travelling into the centre for Bishop Auckland’s growing culture, heritage and events offer.”
(Picture: Esh Construction)
