New Kirkstall Forge station to open

West Yorkshire's latest rail station is set to welcome its first passengers today.

Kirkstall Forge Station is located within the new Kirkstall Forge development.

Initially, one train per hour will call in each direction, with additional services during the morning and evening peaks.

The new station includes a 129-space car park and a pickup/drop off point and, fully-accessible platforms with both staircases and ramps. It also has secure cycle parking and waiting shelters.

Together with Apperley Bridge Rail Station, which opened in December 2015, Kirkstall Forge is part of West Yorkshire's £15.9m Rail Growth Package.