GWR cancels trains after safety inspection between Swindon and Chippenham
Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 30 Oct, 12:29 · Archive
Great Western Railways cancelled services and imposed delays of up to 20 minutes between Chippenham and Swindon due to a track safety inspection.
Great Western Railways (GWR) cancelled the 11.40am and 11.51am services from Swindon to London Paddington on the morning of the incident. Passengers travelling between Chippenham and Swindon faced delays of up to 20 minutes.
The disruption was caused by a safety inspection of the track between Chippenham and Swindon. Trains were required to run at reduced speed on the line towards London Paddington as a result. Other morning services appeared to be running normally according to the GWR journey tracker, though passengers were advised to expect continued delays.
GWR said the disruption was expected to last until 12.30pm. The company advised passengers to check their journey details for the latest information.
How it is being reported
- Massive disruption hits Swindon and Chippenham trains after 'safety' incidentPassengers travelling between Chippenham and Swindon are facing delays of up to 20 minutes.Gazette & Herald · 30 Oct, 11:43
- Massive disruption hits Swindon and Chippenham trains after 'safety' incidentPassengers travelling between Chippenham and Swindon are facing delays of up to 20 minutes.Swindon Advertiser · 30 Oct, 11:43
In this story: Great Western Railways · Swindon · Chippenham · London Paddington
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