RAIL users at Barrhill station are set to benefit from a brighter and more colourful environment, thanks to a second successful partnership between First ScotRail and the Stranraer to Ayr Line Support Association.
As part of First ScotRail's "Adopt a Station" scheme, Barrhill now has four brightly coloured planters on the platform, creating an attractive setting for customers.
Richard Carr, Chairman of SAYLSA, said: "We welcome the supply of four planters
to Barrhill railway station.
"This continues the good work inaugurated by SAYLSA, First ScotRail and Daldorch House School and Continuing Education Centre in developing community involvement in railways in south Scotland.
"This is part of a range of enhancements we are seeking to take forward at Barrhill station." The planters will be maintained by Network Rail signallers as well as members of SAYLSA, to ensure they are in top condition all year round.
First ScotRail fully supported the proposal and hopes that other community groups and individuals will be encouraged to put forward proposals to "adopt" stations in their area. This is the second enhancement brought about by SAYLSA and follows the success of the installation of planters at Girvan in partnership with the National Autistic Society's Daldorch House School and Continuing Education Centre, which took place in January.
John Yellowlees, external relations manager at First ScotRail, said: "This is another great result for this partnership under our 'Adopt a Station' scheme and we are once more delighted with the outcome.
"The planters make a real difference and customers will be able to enjoy the changing floral displays throughout the year."
Since launching in September 2005, First ScotRail's "Adopt a Station" scheme has gone from strength to strength and now has more than 40 stations adopted by individuals, community groups and businesses.
Cathy Jamieson MSP has welcomed the second stage of the partnership.
She said: "SAYLSA have been working really hard to boost the rail line and improving the appearance of local stations is an important part of this.
"It is really welcoming for visitors who come to Barrhill and also a source of pride for the local residents.
"I have been pressing for more rail services on the line between Ayr and Stranraer.
"A regular and reliable rail service would be a real benefit for the communities served by Maybole, Girvan and Barrhill stations.
"I'd like to thank SAYLSA for all the work they've been doing and wish them well for the future."
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