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Lines reopened: disruption between Sleaford and Peterborough expected until 13:30  

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Incident reported: Friday 17 July 2026 at 12:07

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Last updated

Friday 17 July 2026 at 12:23

Train operators affected

Route(s) affected

Trains between Lincoln and Peterborough

Description

Following a fault on a train between Sleaford and Peterborough all lines have reopened. As service recovers, trains between these stations may still be delayed by up to 30 minutes or revised.

Disruption is expected until 13:30.

What has happened?

There was a fault on a freight train between Sleaford and Spalding.

The train is now moving at reduced speed towards Peterborough. However, this is still interrupting train services through the area.

How does this affect my train?

Services will be delayed and revised while the freight train moves at a reduced speed towards Peterborough.

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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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