Bull dies after being hit by a train in Cumbria

Rail operator Northern has advised passengers to allow extra time for their journey. Credit: Northern

A bull has died after it was hit by a train on the Carlisle to Settle line.

Operator Northern has said the incident happened just after 9.15am near Ribblehead.

The bull died as a result of the crash and the train has had to be withdrawn from service because it suffered "significant" damage.

The line was blocked for several hours while attempts were made to remove the animal. Rail services between Carlisle and Leeds were suspended as a result.

Replacement bus services were in operation and customers have been advised to check before travelling on the route today and to allow extra time for journeys.

Tony Baxter, regional director for Northern said:


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