Trains running again between Haywards Heath, Brighton and Lewes

Trains are beginning to run again between Haywards Heath and Brighton and Lewes, Southern has announced.
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Services were disrupted earlier this afternoon (Wednesday, November 17) following a points failure at Wivelsfield.

Southern said engineers had reported that a cable had been cut and that they had to block all train lines between Haywards Heath and Brighton from 2pm to 3pm.

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This also stopped services between Haywards Heath and Lewes.

Services were disrupted following a points failure at Wivelsfield. Picture: Steve Robards.Services were disrupted following a points failure at Wivelsfield. Picture: Steve Robards.
Services were disrupted following a points failure at Wivelsfield. Picture: Steve Robards.

The rail company has now confirmed via its Twitter account that a new cable has been installed.

“Please allow extra time to complete your journey, as services remain subject to alteration and delay,” said a spokesperson.