One of Tottenham’s oldest rail stations is set for a major revamp.

Bruce Grove Station on Tottenham High Road, which first opened in 1872, will be extended and given a new copper-coloured steel exterior.

The Network Rail plans were approved by the council’s planning subcommittee on Monday night.

The plans also include new space for a café or restaurant, and a raised roof that will connect the Victorian station to the high street.

The plans were finalised after a five-month consultation with residents last year, who said they would like to see new places to eat and drink in Bruce Grove as part of regeneration work.

The current forecourt area in front of the station, which is set back from the High Road, has been plagued by illegal street trading and fly-tipping, as well as narrow footpaths on the street causing overcrowding near bus stops.

The new station design by architects Landolt + Brown will create wider pavements and upgrade public space to make the area more welcoming for visitors.

Cllr Alan Strickland, cabinet member for housing and regeneration, said: “I’m excited to see this stunning new building move a step closer, bringing some striking modern architecture to Tottenham.

“Residents have been clear that they want to see better places to eat and drink on the High Road, and this impressive new space could be home to a high-quality business – as well as giving passengers the station entrance they deserve.”

Train services from Bruce Grove were transferred to London Overground earlier this year.