Train delays and cancellations due to cable theft near Beaulieu Park

Speed reductions and congestion affect services until 3:00pm on 30th August

Author: Anna DaviesPublished 30th Aug 2026
Last updated 30th Aug 2026

Train services through Beaulieu Park are experiencing significant disruption following the suspected theft of signalling cables.

As a result, trains are running at reduced speeds on all lines, leading to cancellations, delays, and revised schedules.

The disruption is expected to last until 3:00pm on 30th August as Network Rail engineers work to resolve the issue swiftly.

Affected routes include London Liverpool Street to Norwich, Ipswich, Clacton-On-Sea, and Colchester, with congestion causing early terminations for some services.

Passengers on Intercity trains between London Liverpool Street and Norwich should be prepared to change trains at Colchester.

Greater Anglia and Network Rail apologise for any inconvenience caused and are providing additional updates as the situation progresses.

For specific service alterations, passengers can check: JourneyCheck

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