PASSENGERS have been warned no trains are running between Hereford and Shrewsbury after track work has overrun due to engineering machinery breaking down.
The line has been closed while engineering works took place through the Dinmore tunnel. Services were set to resume today (Friday, September 22) but work has overrun.
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Transport for Wales (TfW) advised passengers to seek alternative routes or use other operators.
A spokesperson for TfW said: “Due to overrunning engineering works at Dinmore Tunnel overnight, there will unfortunately be no rail transport during the day. We apologise for the inconvenience."
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Network Rail added: “We are sorry for the disruption caused by the overrunning engineering to replace track, including in the 170-year-old Dinmore Tunnel, but broken-down engineering machinery meant we were unable to finish work in time.
“Tickets are being accepted on numerous operators, including via Birmingham.
“The engineering work is expected to finish today with the railway reopening tomorrow. We advise all passengers to check before they travel.”
Some rail replacement services may be available on a limited basis, so passengers are being urged to only travel if essential.
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