Rail Delays in Northumberland Due to Animals on the Line
Significant delays are affecting trains in the Morpeth area because cattle have entered the railway, forcing trains to slow down and causing cancellations and hold-ups.
Current Impact on Train Services
- Trains between Alnmouth and Newcastle may be delayed by up to 60 minutes or revised.
- Disruption is expected to continue until 13:00.
- After about an hour of disruption, the railway line is now clear but delays persist.
Passenger Advice
Passengers can use the National Rail Enquiries real-time Journey Planner to check their journeys. If your travel is delayed today, you might be eligible for compensation. Make sure to keep your ticket and note your journey details to support any claim.
Animals are on the line in the Morpeth area meaning that trains have to run at a reduced speed - LNER says.
Road Traffic Updates
Traffic is currently slow on A19 Southbound near the Tyne Tunnel. Use local traffic widgets or maps to monitor nearby roads.
Follow live updates here for the latest on Newcastle's roads and updates on public transport across the North East region.
Author's Summary: Animal presence on the railway near Morpeth is causing significant train delays and cancellations, with disruptions expected to last until early afternoon and advice issued for affected passengers.