Network Rail will be investigating the position of tree roots in Sydney Gardens this week. Work will be from Monday 12th January for most of the week.

Network Rail are planning to electrify the Great Western Mainline, which runs through Sydney Gardens. They will need to lower the track level so that the electric cables can pass through the Victorian tunnels. There also needs to be more secure fencing between the line and the public.

As the gardens are protected, Network Rail are investigating compromise solutions. They are searching for roots in the area with the benches near the line prior to drawing up works plans.