After 60 years, the Cowley Branch Line is slated to reopen as part of a £120 million regional investment. The project aims to bolster East West Rail links and support Oxford’s expanding science and technology sectors, with significant backing from local stakeholders.
Historic Rail Line to Resume Service
Sources indicate that the Cowley Branch Line, dormant for six decades, is set to reopen under a £120 million initiative. According to reports, this project aligns with broader government commitments to advance the East West Rail network, strengthening connections between Oxford, Cambridge, Milton Keynes, and Bedford.