Planning applications have been submitted today, Friday, 7th October, by Network Rail to develop new stations at Cameron Bridge and Leven as part of the Levenmouth Rail Link project.

This is the latest stage in a project that will reconnect the local community to the mainline rail network after a gap of more than half a century.

Before the applications were submitted, Network Rail hosted community events in Methilhill and Leven where 300 members of the community viewed plans for the stations, submitted their views on the plans, and asked questions of the project team.

Following submission of the applications to Fife Council, they will be open for review and comment as part of the normal statutory planning process.

Everyone who submitted comments on the developments are urged to formally record their views by submitting their comments on Fife Council’s planning portal.

Cameron Bridge

Proposals for Cameron Bridge include a two-platform station with a footbridge and lifts, waiting shelter, and ticket machines.

A car park area is planned that will initially offer 125 spaces with a contingency to extend it to over 300 spaces if there is sufficient demand.

Leven

The plan for Leven includes a 210-metre island platform that will be accessed on the level, without the need for a footbridge of lifts. Provision is included for some parking, but the design of the walkaways provides a direct connection to the High Street Promenade, and the bus station which will prioritise the transport interchange and enhanced active travel routes.

Lisa Cameron, Network Rail’s planning lead for the station developments said:

“We are delighted that local people are taking a great interest in the plans for the stations and the enthusiasm and positivity around the project is fantastic.

“The submission of the planning applications for the station developments is another massive step forward on the road to putting Leven and Cameron Bridge back on the railway map and it is great to see so many local people engaging with the development.

“Securing planning permission for the developments will enable us to then focus fully on the delivery of the stations that will be the gateway to the network for communities that have been denied access to the railway for more than fifty years.