Disruption between Birkenhead North and New Brighton / West Kirby expected until 18:00 

Route(s) affected

New Brighton and West Kirby circular

Description

A fault with the signalling system between West Kirby and New Brighton means that all lines are disrupted. As a result, trains running between Birkenhead North and New Brighton / West Kirby may be cancelled or revised.

Disruption is expected until 18:00.

Customer advice:

A rail replacement service is in operation between Birkenhead North and New Brighton, and Birkenhead North and Leasowe.

A train shuttle service is in operation between Bidston and West Kirby.

A rail service is in operation from Birkenhead North to Birkenhead North (via the loop).

Check before you travel:

You can check your journey using the National Rail Enquiries real-time Journey Planner.

For helpful advice if you need to travel on a rail replacement service, including accessibility and bicycle information, please use our Rail Replacement Services page.

You can find the pick-up and drop-off location of rail replacement services by checking station signage or by searching for your station on our Find a Station page.

Please be advised that replacement vehicles may be busier than usual, and you should allow extra time for your journey.

Compensation:

You may be entitled to compensation if you experience a delay in completing your journey today. Please keep your train ticket and make a note of your journey, as both will be required to support any claim.