The lift on platform 1 of North Shields will be out of use on Tuesday 28 July from 8.00am until 5.00pm, to allow for essential maintenance. If you require step free access and wish to travel from North Shields platform 1 (towards Tynemouth), board a train from platform 2, travel to Meadow Well, change to platform 1 and board a train to continue your journey. If you need step free access and want to leave the train at North Shields platform 1, stay on the train to Tynemouth, change to platform 2 and return to North Shields platform 2. Your journey will take longer so please leave extra travel time. For help planning your journey call 0191 20 20 747 (lines open Monday-Friday 9.00am-5.00pm).