Train hits tractor near Knaresborough
A train has hit a tractor near Knaresborough in North Yorkshire.
Rail services disrupted after train crash near Knaresborough
Rail services between Harrogate and York have been disrupted tonight after a train crash near Knaresborough. Buses are replacing trains in the area.
The crash, between a train a tractor, happened at a level crossing between Knaresborough and Cattal at around 6.20pm.
The train involved was the 5.29pm Northern Rail service from Leeds to York, a spokesperson from company has confirmed. Emergency services are currently on the scene and dealing with the situation. The tractor driver has been taken to hospital.
You can keep up to date with the travel disruption here.
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