Lines reopened: disruption between Brighouse and Leeds expected until 18:00
Service alteration details
Incident reported: Sunday 01 February 2026 at 15:55
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Last updated
Sunday 01 February 2026 at 17:38
Train operators affected
Route(s) affected
Northern between Halifax and Leeds
TransPennine Express between Manchester Airport and Redcar Central / Saltburn, between Liverpool Lime Street and Newcastle, and also between Manchester Victoria and Scarborough
Description
All lines have now reopened following animals on the railway at Mirfield earlier today. Trains running between Brighouse and Leeds may continue to be cancelled, delayed by up to 25 minutes or revised.
Disruption is expected until 18:00.
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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.