Cows on railway between Preston and Lancaster block lines and cause delays
The incident was reported shortly before 7am this morning.
Cows on the railway between Preston and Lancaster has resulted in all lines being blocked this morning.
Due to the incident train services running through these stations may be delayed.
The incident was reported shortly before 7am this morning by Avanti West Coast. They urged commuters to check their journeys.
A West Coast Main Line spokesperson said: “ We’re on site following reports of cows on the railway. We’re sorry to passengers delayed this morning and are working to get trains moving as soon as possible.”
A spokesperson for National Rail added: “Animals on the railway line between Preston and Lancaster means trains have to run at a reduced speed. As a result, trains running between these stations will be delayed by up to 30 minutes or revised.”
Disruption is expected to last until at least 8am. Anyone wishing to check their journey times can do so here