Emergency works to repair a significant landslip in Ockley have led to the replacement of train services with buses between Dorking and Horsham. This service disruption will commence on Monday, 26 January and continue at least until Friday, 30 January.
Details of the Ockley Landslip Repairs
Following the detection of ground movement under the railway track on Friday afternoon, engineers promptly closed the line south of Dorking towards Horsham. This immediate action included running a shuttle service between the two stations on the available line. To facilitate the necessary repairs, both lines will be closed throughout the week.
Safety Measures and Passenger Advisory
Lucy McAuliffe, Route Director at Network Rail, expressed her apologies for the disruption, acknowledging that closing the line is frustrating for passengers. She emphasized that safety for both passengers and railway staff must take precedence. McAuliffe reassured the public that steps are being taken to stabilize the embankment effectively.
- Start Date: Monday, 26 January
- End Date (at least): Friday, 30 January
- Replacement Service: Buses between Dorking, Warnham, Holmwood, and Horsham
A Southern spokesperson noted the inconvenience these work-related changes may cause and encouraged customers to check their website for travel updates. This includes information about ticket acceptance on alternative services to help passengers plan their journeys accordingly.
About Network Rail
Network Rail is responsible for the ownership and operation of Britain’s railway infrastructure, which includes 20,000 miles of track and thousands of bridges, tunnels, and stations. With nearly five million journeys made daily on the network, they focus on delivering a safe and reliable railway system.
As part of their efforts, they manage various projects outlined in the multi-billion pound Railway Upgrade Plan, designed to accommodate a doubling of passenger journeys over the past two decades.
