Train derails on major route sparking chaos for thousands passengers as ‘do not travel’ alert issued
A freight train has derailed on a major route between England and Scotland, with passengers urged to avoid travelling.
Rail services have been cancelled and delayed after the incident happened on the West Coast Main Line between Carlisle and Oxenholme Lake District.
Very limited train services remain, with passengers being told to expect delays through the rest of the morning with a ‘do not travel’ alert being issued.
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The train derailed between Carlisle and Oxenholme Lake District (pictured)
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