It was specifically constructed for the Royal Agricultural Society's show in July 1922, and was demolished after the event concluded.

[11] An unsuccessful application was made to the New Stations Fund 2 in 2017,[12] but £5 million was allocated to the project in the November 2017 Budget Speech.

Elsewhere but as part of the works, improvements will also made to Shepreth Branch Junction and a new crossover installed at Hills Road.

New overhead catenary poles are in place and the original tracks have been shifted a few metres to the side to make way for the platforms.

[citation needed] As of October 2024[update], work had begun on fitout of the station building, including roof insulation, floors, glazing, and internal walls.