Trains between Sheffield and Doncaster cancelled due to signalling fault

The disruption is expected to last a number of hours

Trains between Doncaster and Sheffield have been cancelled this afternoon.

Trains between Sheffield and Doncaster have been cancelled due to a signalling fault. Picture: Chris Etchellsplaceholder image
Trains between Sheffield and Doncaster have been cancelled due to a signalling fault. Picture: Chris Etchells | Iconic Media

A signalling fault between the two South Yorkshire cities has resulted in all lines being blocked at lunchtime today (August 13).

The fault is also causing disruptions to other lines Northern services between Sheffield and Adwick / Scarborough, as well as the TransPennine Express route between Liverpool Lime Street and Cleethorpes.

The issue is expected to be resolved by 2pm, though there are warnings of delays.

A National Rail spokesperson said: “A fault with the signalling system between Sheffield and Doncaster means all lines are blocked.

“As a result, trains will be cancelled, delayed by up to 45 minutes or revised.”

It comes as the country deals with the latest heatwave, which is causing problems to rail services across the country.

East Midlands Railway have already axed services between Sheffield and Liverpool, wile other trains are expected to run slower or face short-notice alterations.

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