A £4 million project on the railway line between Dunblane and Bridge of Allan is to get underway at the start of 2026.
Engineers will carry out improvements to three structures as part of Network Rail’s commitment to improving the long-term resilience and reliability of the route.
On January 5, work will begin on reinforcing sections of Kippenross Tunnel using concrete spray to strengthen areas of deteriorated brickwork. Essential masonry repairs, improved water management, and updated signage will also be completed.
Masonry and steel repairs will be undertaken to Bridge of Allan footbridge on January 19, with the timber deck also being replaced, parapet walls extended, protective paint applied, and vegetation cleared.
Engineers will carry out masonry repairs and install steel supports to strengthen parapets and spandrel walls at Mill of Keir Viaduct from February 23. Drainage points will also be cleared, new signage installed, and vegetation removed.
Work on all three structures will be completed in May, Network Rail said.
Stephen Orr, scheme project manager at Network Rail, said, “The work is vital to maintaining safe and reliable infrastructure for everyone who uses these routes. By reinforcing structures, improving drainage, and upgrading signage, we’re ensuring these assets remain fit for the future.
“We’re also focused on sustainability, extending the life of existing structures and reducing the need for more disruptive interventions later. We appreciate the patience of the local community while these essential improvements are carried out, as they will deliver long-term benefits for generations to come.”
