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Disruption between Hayes (Kent) and Lewisham expected until 12:00 

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Incident reported: Saturday 22 August 2026 at 10:09

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Last updated

Saturday 22 August 2026 at 10:31

Train operators affected

Route(s) affected

Between Hayes (Kent) and London Charing Cross

Description

A fault with the signalling system in the Ladywell area means that some lines towards London Charing Cross are disrupted. As a result, trains running between Hayes (Kent) and Lewisham will be revised not to call at Lewisham.

Disruption is expected until 12:00.

What's happened?

A fault with the signalling system at Ladywell.

How does this affect my journey?

Trains from Hayes (Kent) to London will not call at Lewisham.

The 10:21 London Charing Cross departure to Hayes (Kent) will be diverted and will call Lewisham, Grove Park and Orpington.

What should I do?

You may use your ticket at no extra cost on:

  • London Buses between Hayes (Kent) and Lewisham

  • London Trams between East Croydon and New Beckenham

  • Thameslink and Southern via reasonable routes

How can I stay up to date?

You can follow Southeastern on Twitter (X) @SE_Railway or follow the Southeastern WhatsApp channel.

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.

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