A railway bridge in Nuneaton, Warwickshire, partially collapsed due to a vehicle collision, causing significant travel disruption. The incident occurred on Thursday on Marston Lane, blocking all train routes in the vicinity.
Bridge Collapse Disrupts Travel
The road is currently closed between Forders Lane and Nuneaton Road. Major train delays are expected until at least 17:00 BST on Friday.
Impact on Train Services
- All train lines are blocked.
- Passengers may experience delays of up to 60 minutes.
- Diverted services route through Birmingham.
- Some trains may start or terminate at Nuneaton or Rugby.
Network Rail has advised travelers to check online journey planners before setting out. Additionally, if delays cause changes in travel plans, passengers are eligible for a full refund from their ticket vendor.
Incident Details
Warwickshire Fire and Rescue Service responded to the scene around 15:30 BST on Thursday. A lorry reportedly struck the railway bridge, but fortunately, there were no injuries. No other vehicles were involved.
Fire crews remained on-site as structural engineers assessed the damage to the bridge. Network Rail stated their teams are actively working to manage passenger travel and evaluate the bridge’s condition.
Travelers are encouraged to remain updated on the situation as repairs progress and services are restored.
