Cambrian Railway Buildings

The Cambrian Station Project: Scaffolding down, project nearing completion

After more than a year under wraps, the Cambrian Station Building in Oswestry is finally stepping back into view — and we at Phillips & Curry are proud to be the team behind its transformation.

Last week marked a major milestone: the scaffolding that’s covered the site since early 2023 began coming down. For the first time, the public can now see the scale of the external repairs — from the new Welsh slate roof to the reinstated corbels and carefully restored details.

But while the scaffold’s coming down, we’re not quite done yet. We’ve still got final coats of paint at the lower levels, drainage works to complete, steam cleaning of the brickwork by the main entrance, and some essential repairs to the porch roof before we call it finished.

A Heritage Job with a Big Brief

This Grade II listed building is a key part of Oswestry’s story. Opened in 1866 as the Cambrian Railway headquarters, it played a major role in connecting the town to North Wales. Though passenger services ended in the 1960s, it remains a seasonal base for Cambrian Heritage Railway and a cherished local landmark.

After a public safety incident in 2022 involving falling masonry, urgent repairs became essential. With funding from Shropshire Council and the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, a full programme of conservation was drawn up. Following a competitive tender in 2024, Phillips & Curry were appointed to take it on.

Looking Ahead

While the main structural works are complete, we’re still on-site wrapping up. Final painting is underway on the lower levels, drainage installation is in progress, and then we’ll turn our attention to a full site clean-up. It’s been a project full of challenges and craftsmanship, and we’re proud to be bringing this historic building safely into its next chapter.

The Cambrian Station will continue to serve Oswestry — not just as a historic site, but as a reminder of the town’s connection to its past. We’re honoured to have played a part in preserving it.