THE rail line between Basingstone and Winchester is blocked this evening (Monday, May 23) due to a broken down freight train. 

Train services running through these stations may be cancelled, delayed or revised South Western Railway has said. 

Disruption is expected until the end of the day.

A SWR spokesperson said: "We have been informed that a freight train has developed a fault between Basingstoke and Winchester. This means that the line towards Winchester is blocked.

"For further information or onward travel advice please speak to a member of staff or use a station help point.

"We are very sorry for any delay that this may cause to your journey."

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