Train lines blocked on Bristol and Castle Cary routes out of Exeter due to trespassers

Sarah Lumley

9 July 2024 at 3:39 pm·1-min read

Services are currently facing cancellations or delays of up to one hour between Exeter St Davids to Bristol and Castle Cary — -Credit: (Image: Peter Titmuss/UCG/Getty Images)

All train lines are currently blocked in the Taunton area due to a trespass incident - causing disruption to services from Exeter St Davids travelling to Bristol Temple Meads and Castle Cary.

The incident was reported at 8pm on Tuesday evening by National Rail - with disruption expected to continue until 9pm.

Passengers travelling from Exeter to either Bristol or Castle Cary could face delays of up to 60 minutes, or even cancellations to their services, during this time.

However, National Rail has advised that passengers may be entitled to compensation for any delays faced. For full details of how to make a claim, keep hold of your train tickets and visit the National Rail website.

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