Two parts of Bristol could be connected by train creating 'circle line'

Two parts of Bristol could be connected by train creating 'circle line' View Image

Two growing parts of Bristol could soon be connected by trains as transport planners will take another look at the 'Henbury Loop'. Campaigners have long called for passenger train services running from north Bristol over to Avonmouth , effectively creating a circle line around the city.

Over the next few years the Henbury line will be reopened for passengers with new stations built in Henbury and North Filton near the YTL Arena. These will allow gig-goers and local residents to catch the train into Temple Meads. But at Henbury the trains will simply turn around.

There is already an existing railway line that runs from Henbury west to Avonmouth, connecting up with the Severn Beach line. But his is