Delays on Bristol trains after person hit by a train

We're being told to check before we travel, with a number of delays and cancellations

Author: Adam FawcettPublished 11th Feb 2023
Last updated 11th Feb 2023

There are delays through Bristol Temple Meads this morning after a person was hit by a train.

Emergency services are currently on the scene of the incident at Tiverton station in Devon.

It means there are cancellations between Bristol Temple Meads and Taunton, and Bristol Temple Meads and Exeter St Davids, and we are being advised to check before we travel.

In a statement on Twitter, GWR say, "Due to an incident under investigation between Taunton & Exeter St Davids all lines are blocked.

"Services running through these stations may be cancelled or delayed. Disruption expected until 10:00"

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