Lorry Smashes into Railway Bridge Near Walmer

A lorry has collided with a railway bridge on Wingleton Lane, Ringwould, near Walmer, halting train services in the area.

Trains Suspended Until Safety Checks Complete

Southeastern confirmed: “Due to a road vehicle striking this bridge at #Walmer, services in the area are being held while a team assess the damage. Trains between Dover and Ramsgate will be delayed.

Disruption Could Last All Day

Update: No trains are running between Dover and Ramsgate, possibly until the end of today, after a skip lorry caused structural damage to the railway bridge on Wingleton Lane earlier this morning.

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