'Rail lines blocked' between Lichfield and Stafford due to 'overhead wire' faults
Trains have been delayed or cancelled between Lichfield and Stafford due to faults with the overhead electrical wires.
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Avanti West Coast has urged rail passengers to check ahead before travelling following faults between Lichfield Trent Valley and Stafford.
The rail disruptions are due to damage to the overhead electrical wires between the two lines, with delays expected on rails towards Stafford until 8am.
Customers are being urged to check ahead before travelling, with Avanti West Coast tickets also able to be used on CrossCountry trains to Manchester Piccadilly and West Midlands Railway between London Euston and Crewe.
An Avanti West Coast spokesperson said: "Due to damage to the overhead electric wires between Lichfield Trent Valley and Stafford the line towards Stafford is blocked.
"Train services running through these stations may be cancelled, delayed by up to 40 minutes or diverted via Stoke-On-Trent. Stafford will not be served. Disruption is expected until 08:00 02/06.
"We're really sorry if this affects you and your journey today."
For more details on the disruptions, or to check rail times, visit the Avanti West Coast website.
