Stanlow & Thornton station
Shell Oil Refinery
Stanlow
Cheshire
CH2 4NU
Stanlow & Thornton Station can be found on Shell Oil Refinery in Stanlow as shown on the map, and is operated by Northern.
Read on for more information about the facilities and help available at Stanlow & Thornton Rail Station, connections for onwards travel, and live arrivals and departures information.
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Tucked away in the northwestern corner of England lies Stanlow & Thornton train station, a charming yet simplistic gateway nestled in the heart of Ellesmere Port. With its serene surroundings and industrial skyline, the station presents a unique charm for those traveling in and out of this area. Despite its rustic allure, this station comes with a few modern amenities that make it functional and accessible for travelers venturing to this part of Cheshire.
Stanlow & Thornton is a humble station with minimal but essential facilities. Although there isn't a ticket office or any ticket machines, travelers are advised to secure their tickets in advance through online platforms or alternate stations. The station offers step-free access via a gently sloping footpath leading to a flight of stairs, though tactile paving is absent. The station is equipped with an induction loop, ensuring that hearing-impaired passengers have some level of accessibility support during their journey, and ramps are available for train access.
Patrons will not find any accessible toilets, baby changing facilities, or waiting rooms. A basic seating area is available for those who might find themselves waiting for their train. If you’re packing light, there are no luggage storage facilities, so be prepared to keep your belongings with you at all times.
Getting from Stanlow & Thornton to other locales can be somewhat restricted since the station doesn't offer many direct modes of additional transport. For rail replacement services, the pickup and drop-off point is located at the roundabout on Pool Lane adjacent to the entrance to Oil Sites Road. While there is no bicycle hire at this station, travelers can explore other means like taxis. Northern Railway's Cab4You service is available for those needing a convenient taxi ride to their onward destination.
For bus connections, Busline can be reached at 0871 200 2233 to provide further travel linkages. If you're someone looking to cycle, unfortunately, the station provides no bicycle storage facilities. Thus, it would be advisable to explore nearby alternatives if you plan to incorporate bicycling into your journey.
Though Stanlow & Thornton is a rather quiet stop, it's a jumping-off point for some intriguing routes. From Stanford-le-Hope, hop on faster trains towards bustling hubs like London Fenchurch Street, enjoy the tranquility at Leigh-On-Sea, or discover the opportunities at Tilbury Town. Each of these routes promises unique sights and experiences.
Stanlow & Thornton train station may not boast the bustling activity of larger UK stations, but it brings its own quaint character and serves as a functioning hub for travelers in Cheshire. Whether you're a curious adventurer seeking quiet English charm or on a journey to connect with the industrial history of the area, this station is your quiet ally in the northwestern rail network.
For a seamless travel experience, it’s important to plan ahead and secure your tickets online before arriving at the station. Remember, with the lack of immediate services at Stanlow & Thornton, a little preparation goes a long way, ensuring that you have an enjoyable and stress-free journey.
| Ticket Office | |
|---|---|
| Ticket Office Opening hours | There is no ticket office at Stanlow & Thornton, or a ticket machine to collect tickets from. |
| Ticket machines | No |
| Collect tickets bought online | No |
| Accessible ticket machines | No |
| Induction loop | Yes |
| Smartcards | |
| Smartcards issued at this station | No |
| Smartcard validators | No |
| Information available from staff | If the station is not staffed please use our helpline 08002006060 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Customer information | No | ||
| Staff help available | There is no staff help available at Stanlow & Thornton | ||
| Customer help points | No | ||
| Customer services notes | 08002006060 | ||
| Luggage storage | No | ||
| Lost property |
None | ||
| CCTV at the station | No |
| Station Accessibility | |
|---|---|
| Step-free access |
A gently rising footpath leads from the road to a flight of 48 steps with 2 rest landings and a handrail onto a footbridge. From the footbridge to the left, the first flight of 30 steps with rest landing and handrail lead to the Helsby platform, and the second flight of 30 steps with rest landing and handrail lead to the Ellesmere Port platform. To find our more about travelling around this station, please see the 360 map click here |
| Ticket barriers and gates | No |
| Accessible ticket machines | No |
| Induction loop | Yes |
| Ramp for train access | Yes |
| Accessible Toilets | No |
| Waiting rooms | There is no waiting room office at Stanlow & Thornton |
| Seating area | Yes |
| Wheelchairs available | No |
| Getting to and from the station | |
| Accessible taxis here | No |
| Impaired mobility set down/pick-up point | No |
| Accessible spaces | None |
| Accessible car park equipment | No |
| Staff Help | |
| Staff help available | There is no staff help available at Stanlow & Thornton |
| Customer Help Points and Meeting Point | No |
| Helpline | Assistance is provided by the conductor at this station, please wait on the platform for the train to arrive. We can also provide help when you travel, even if it has not been booked in advance. You can turn up at this station if it is accessible to you and request assistance onto a train from a member of staff directly, or by using a help point. Boarding ramps are carried on all of our trains. We want everyone to travel with confidence. That is why, if you are planning on travelling on national rail services, you can request an assistance booking in advance - now up to 2 hours before your journey is due to start, any time of the day. For more information about Passenger Assist and how to request an assistance booking via Passenger Assist, please click here. |
| Toilets | No |
|---|---|
| Accessible Toilets | No |
| Baby Changing | No |
| Waiting rooms | There is no waiting room office at Stanlow & Thornton |
|---|---|
| Seating area | Yes |
| 1st Class Lounge | No |
| Refreshment Facilities | No |
|---|---|
| ATM Machine | No |
| Shops | No |
| Currency Exchange | No |
| Pay Phones | Yes |
|---|---|
| Public Wi-Fi | No |
| Bicycle Storage | |
|---|---|
| Spaces | 0 |
| Type of Storage | Compounds, |
| Sheltered | No |
| CCTV | No |
| Bicycle Hire | |
| Cycle Hire Information | Available Not available at this station. |
Pick Up / Drop Off at the roundabout on Pool Lane adjacent to the entrance to Oil Sites Road. |
Busline 0871 200 2233 |
Available Not available at this station. |
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