AN OLD entry from Colwyn Bay promenade to the railway station could be reopened.

Transport for Wales (TfW) will carry out a feasibility study over reopening the entry as part of its Station Travel Plan for Colwyn Bay.

It is hoped that the entry would provide immediate access to the beach from Colwyn Bay Station and showcase the town’s waterfront, particularly to first time visitors to the town.

Darren Millar, MS for Clwyd West, put forward the proposal to TfW and Network Rail during a meeting over the future of the station, which will be assessed by the travel plan in the coming months.

The plan will look at issues such as costs, passenger numbers and destinations, and issues such as disabled access.

Mr Millar said: “I am delighted that Transport for Wales and Network Rail were open to my proposal and have agreed to incorporate a feasibility study into it.

“Colwyn Bay has a spectacular promenade, but sadly those visiting the town don’t get to see it when they arrive by train.

“First impressions matter so I really hope that plans to reopen the promenade access can be realised.

“If it is deemed feasible then funding will need to be secured to deliver the proposal.”