Train lines blocked after vehicle struck bridge between Brockenhurst and Lymington Town

Network Rail says it's caused significant damage to the railway. Credit: Network Rail Wessex

There's been disruption to rail services in Hampshire after a vehicle struck a bridge between Brockenhurst and Lymington Town.

Network Rail says it's caused significant damage to the railway as well as damaging the structure of the bridge.

Services running through both stations have been suspended with disruption expected until the end of the day.

Engineers are on site assessing the damage.

Network Rail Wessex say damage has been caused to the tracks. Credit: Network Rail Wessex

An SWR spokesperson said: "We have been informed that a road vehicle has struck a bridge between Brockenhurst and Lymington Town.

"Staff are on site examining the bridge. As a result, services running between Brockenhurst and Lymington Pier will be suspended until further notice.

"To assist you with your journey your ticket will be accepted, at no extra cost to yourself, on the following services:Bluestar route 6 between Brockenhurst and Lymington Town.

"A bus is currently shuttling between Brockenhurst and Lymington Pier calling at Lymington Town, though this isn't running to a timetable.

"For further information or onward travel advice please speak to a member of staff or use a station help point.We are very sorry for any delay that this may cause to your journey."

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