Train fault blocks lines at Craven Arms leading to warnings of delays and cancellations

By David TooleyCraven ArmsTransportPublished: Feb 28, 2023Comments

A fault on a train on the Hereford - Shrewsbury line meant the blockage of some lines at Craven Arms.

A spokesman for Transport for Wales said: "A fault on a train at Craven Arms means some lines are currently blocked.

"Trains running between Hereford and Shrewsbury may be cancelled, delayed by up to 50 minutes or revised."

Disruption was expected until 9.30pm on Tuesday.

⚠️NEW: Disruption between Hereford and Shrewsbury expected until 21:30 #CravenArms

ℹ️https://t.co/MKCgyOd1Nn
— National Rail (@nationalrailenq) February 28, 2023

By David Tooley

Senior Reporter@TooleyMedia

Senior reporter at the Shropshire Star, focusing on the south of the county. Got a story? Get in touch at david.tooley@mnamedia.co.uk.

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