TRAIN USERS are being warned of delays after a crane struck a bridge earlier today (Wednesday).
Commuters were warned that trains between Hereford and Great Malvern were being cancelled due to the crash on B42144 on Bromyard Road near Ledbury train station.
But the line has now reopened with delays expected to last up to 2.30pm.
A spokesperson from Great Western Railway said: "The line has now reopened between Hereford and Great Malvern following the earlier bridge strike at Ledbury.
"Reactionary delays/service alterations are possible until approx. 14:30."
📢 #WMRUPDATE:
— West Midlands Railway (@WestMidRailway) November 30, 2022
🟢 The line has now reopened between Hereford and Great Malvern following the earlier bridge strike at #Ledbury.
⚠️ Reactionary delays/service alterations are possible until approx. 14:30. https://t.co/HLj7CR8V4r
READ MORE: West Midlands Railway warn of delays after crane crash into bridge
According to an eyewitness, the crane struck the bridge on B42144 on Bromyard Road near Ledbury train station.
West Midlands Railway is urging passengers to check train timetables before they set off.
It added the 2.50pm Birmingham New Street to Hereford service will start from Worcester Foregate Street today at 3.31pm.
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