Train routes from Gloucester close for maintenance

Train passengers have been warned of disruption due to engineering work this weekend.

All routes between Gloucester and Cheltenham Spa will be shut to allow for maintenance work on points and track equipment.

CrossCountry has said replacement bus services will be put in place for any services affected.

Passengers journeying between Gloucester and Worcester have been advised to check their routes before travelling.

Trains will run between London Paddington and Worcester, Great Malvern or Hereford via Worcestershire Parkway on 17 May, but these trains will start or terminate at Worcestershire Parkway until around 17:00 BST on 18 May, the railway company said.

GWR trains will also run between Gloucester and Bristol Temple Meads.

CrossCountry services will run between Gloucester and Plymouth, plus between Bromsgrove and Birmingham New Street.

Transport for Wales train services will run between Gloucester and Cardiff Central.

Replacement buses are planned between Gloucester and Cheltenham Spa, Worcester Foregate Street or Birmingham New Street, plus between Cheltenham Spa and Bromsgrove via Worcestershire Parkway.

Buses are also planned for Worcestershire Parkway and Great Malvern on Sunday only.

CrossCountry regional director Bethan Jelfs said: "We're asking all passengers to check their journeys carefully as some may take a little longer and are grateful for their understanding while Network Rail complete these important works."

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