Escaped tortoise found on train tracks between Ascot and Bagshot

A train from Aldershot to Ascot had to be stopped on Friday (19th July) so an escaped tortoise could be rescued from the tracks.

Network Rail described Solomon the tortoise as a 'trespasser of an unusual nature'.

He was seen moving 'at pace' along the tracks at Ascot heading towards Bagshot.

Network Rail teams arranged for the next train heading into Ascot from Aldershot to stop shortly to allow the tortoise to be rescued, getting the Solomon onto the train to bring it into the station.

Arrangements had been made to drop off the tortoise at a vets in Staines, but luckily the owner was able to come and collect Solomon.

A number of trains were delayed as a result of the tortoise's escapades.

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