The incident happened on the West Coast Main Line between Carlisle and Oxenholme Lake District.
Thursday 30 May 2024 12:28, UK
A freight train derailed on a main line between England and Scotland, leading to 'do not travel' warnings and rail services being cancelled and delayed.
According to National Rail Enquirys, the incident happened on Wednesday night on the West Coast Main Line between Carlisle and Oxenholme Lake District.
Some lines have been closed, and those that remain open operate with very limited train service.
Train operators Avanti West Coast and TransPennine Express issued warnings, asking passengers not to use their services for journeys between Preston and Scotland on Thursday.
Ticket holders can postpone their travel until Friday or travel with other operators.
Network Rail apologised to passengers affected by the derailment and warned that services would be disrupted for the rest of the day.
The company said specialised repair teams were on site and were committed to ensuring the safety of the railway.
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“We are working hard to move the freight train which partially derailed near Shap between Oxenholme and Penrith on the West Coast Main Line,” a spokesman told Sky News.
“We are extremely sorry to passengers whose journeys have been affected whilst we work hard to resume services as quickly and safely as possible.
“If you're travelling north of Preston please check before you travel.”
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Kara Wood, Network Rail's acting director of route strategy for the north west, added: “We expect disruption for the rest of the day so we urge customers to plan their journeys accordingly and check with their train company or the National Rail Enquirer before travelling.”
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