Horse on tracks causes disruption to train services at Albrighton

Horse on tracks causes disruption to train services at Albrighton - 1 Feb 2026

Horse on tracks causes disruption to train services at Albrighton - 1 Feb 2026

Posted by Chris from Nailsea at 14:55, 1st February 2026

From the BBC:

Horse on tracks causes disruption to train services

A horse that was roaming loose on a railway line caused disruption to train services on Sunday morning.

It was found on the tracks at Albrighton, between Wolverhampton and Cosford, at about 10:00 GMT.

The lines were blocked until about 10:30.

The horse was removed by Network Rail teams, and the company thanked passengers for their patience.

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