 Depot sidings after electrification (2018) | |
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| Location | |
|---|---|
| Location | Blackpool, Lancashire, England |
| Coordinates | 53°49′39″N3°02′37″W / 53.8276°N 3.0435°W |
| OS grid | SD313373 |
| Characteristics | |
| Owner | Network Rail |
| Operator | Northern Trains |
| Depot code | BP |
| Type | DMU, EMU |
Blackpool Train Maintenance Depot is a traction maintenance depot located in Blackpool, Lancashire, England. Blackpool TMD's TOPS code is BP and it is operated by Northern Trains.
Blackpool TMD is located north-east of Blackpool North Railway Station, and is situated on the Blackpool branch line from Preston. [1]
The depot consists of sidings for the maintenance of electric trains, including a carriage wash machine and automatic sanding system. [2]
Stabling and light maintenance is provided for Class 150/1, 150/2 and Class 156 Sprinters, Class 158 Express Sprinters DMUs.[ citation needed ]
In 1987, the depot had no allocation but was used for stabling DMUs and Classes 08 and 47 locomotives. [1]
In 2018, as part of the Great North Rail Project, the Blackpool branch line between Blackpool and Preston was electrified. [3] The depot was completely remodelled, allowing it to cater for both electric and diesel trains. During this period the depot was relocated to a temporary site in Leyland. [4]