Disruption between Tottenham Hale and Stratford (London) expected until 15:30 

Route(s) affected

Between Bishops Stortford / Meridian Water and Stratford (London)

Description

A fault with the signalling system in the Lea Bridge area means that trains are having to run at reduced speed on the line towards Stratford (London). As a result, trains running between Tottenham Hale and Stratford may be cancelled, revised or diverted via Hackney Downs.

Disruption is expected until 15:30.

Customer advice:

Overview:

We have been made aware of a fault with the signalling system at Lea Bridge. Network Rail response teams are en route with replacement parts to make repairs, and should be on site by 14:50. There is currently no estimation for how long repair work will take.

Service impact:

Trains might be diverted to London Liverpool Street via Hackney Downs to avoid the problem and also to allow Network Rail to safely carry out repairs.

Other trains may be cancelled or revised.

Alternative travel options:

You can use your ticket at no extra cost on London Buses between Tottenham Hale and Stratford (London), as well as on London Overground services between London Liverpool Street and Chingford.

Please allow plenty of time to make your journey.

Further Information:

Advance purchase tickets holders will be allowed to travel on earlier or later trains if your booked service is cancelled.

Specific train service alterations and live departure boards are available to help plan your journey.

Check before you travel:

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

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.