Swineshead station
Browns Drove, off A17
near Swineshead
Lincolnshire
PE20 3PU
Swineshead Station can be found on Browns Drove, off A17 in near Swineshead as shown on the map, and is operated by East Midlands Railway.
Read on for more information about the facilities and help available at Swineshead Rail Station, connections for onwards travel, and live arrivals and departures information.
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Nestled within the picturesque county of Lincolnshire, Swineshead train station serves as a quaint yet essential hub for local and regional travel. Whether you're off to the bustling markets of Boston or enjoying a leisurely journey towards the scenic coastal town of Skegness, Swineshead offers a variety of options for both residents and travelers passing through. Though modest in its amenities, the station plays an integral role in the connectivity of this rural area.
Swineshead train station provides a basic level of service, focusing on essential travel needs. Although there is no ticket office or ticket machine available, visitors can purchase tickets online beforehand. For those who travel with a smartcard, validators are present to streamline the process, and there is an induction loop to assist passengers with hearing impairments.
Accessibility is a key focus at Swineshead, with level access available to the Skegness-bound platform. However, there is a foot crossing to the Grantham-bound platform, which may not be suitable for all passengers requiring assistance. The station is equipped with CCTV cameras for safety, although amenities such as waiting rooms, toilets, and refreshment facilities are absent. Passenger inquiries are catered for with the presence of customer help points.
When planning onward travel, Swineshead offers a helpful taxi service via Burrells, with bookings available by calling 01205 820021. For those impacted by service changes, a rail replacement service meets travelers in the station car park, ahead of the Barge Hotel. Although local buses do not directly serve the station, planning and onward travel assistance can be accessed here.
For those bitten by the travel bug, Swineshead station hosts a wealth of enticing journeys. For a quick trip, you might consider a journey from Swineshead to nearby Sleaford or Boston. Ambitious adventurers may prefer longer excursions such as from Swineshead to Manchester Piccadilly or even venturing all the way down to London Kings Cross. Frequent trains to Nottingham provide access to urban adventures, while those headed east can enjoy a scenic ride to Skegness.
In conclusion, while Swineshead may not boast an array of facilities, it stands as a testament to the importance of community rail networks in rural England. Whether embarking on a daily commute or exploring the broader Lincolnshire area, Swineshead offers a manageable and strategic departure point. Remember to plan your journey in advance and equip yourself for a pleasant and stress-free travel experience.
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| Ticket Office | |
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| Ticket Office Opening hours | There is no ticket office at Swineshead, 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 | Yes |
| Information available from staff | Yes - from help point | ||||||
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| Customer information | No | ||||||
| Staff help available |
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| Customer help points | Yes | ||||||
| Customer services notes | None | ||||||
| Luggage storage | No | ||||||
| Lost property | EMR lost property office is located at Nottingham. We will try to contact the owner if they can be identified, the item will be kept for 3 months (unless it is perishable) and a record is kept. | ||||||
| CCTV at the station | Yes |
| Station Accessibility | |
|---|---|
| Step-free access | Step free access is available in parts of this station. Category B. This station has a degree of step free access to the platform which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check for details. Level access to Skegness bound platform. Foot crossing to Grantham bound platform. Not suitable for disabled assistance. |
| Ticket barriers and gates | No |
| Accessible ticket machines | No |
| Induction loop | Yes |
| Ramp for train access | No |
| Accessible Toilets | No |
| Waiting rooms | There is no waiting room office at Swineshead |
| Seating area | No |
| 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 | |
| Customer Help Points and Meeting Point | Yes |
| Helpline | 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 Swineshead |
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| Seating area | No |
| 1st Class Lounge | No |
| Refreshment Facilities | No |
|---|---|
| ATM Machine | No |
| Shops | No |
| Currency Exchange | No |
| Pay Phones | No |
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| Public Wi-Fi | No |
| Bicycle Storage | |
|---|---|
| Spaces | 3 Rear of Platform 1. |
| Type of Storage | Stands, |
| Sheltered | No |
| CCTV | No |
| Bicycle Hire | |
| Cycle Hire Information | There are no cycle hire facilities at this station |
In the Station Car Park, inÿfront of the Barge Hotel, at the junction of theÿA1121 and the A17. |
Swineshead (SWE) Station Burrells 01205 820021 |
Information to plan your onward journey is available in a printable format here |
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