Rail improvement works set to affect train services in West Yorkshire during two July weekends
Rail improvement works are set to affect West Yorkshire train services during two weekends in July, Network Rail said.
Works will be taking place primarily in Menston and the surrounding area over the weekends of July 18 and 19 and July 25 and 26.
These works will include track renewal, tunnel repair along 500 metres at Esholt Tunnel and groundwork engineering, Network Rail said.
Buses will replace services between Ilkley and Shipley on Saturday July 18 and Saturday July 25. On Sunday July 19 and Sunday July 26, LNER trains usually starting or terminating at Bradford Forster Square will start or finish at Leeds instead.
Northern will be running rail replacement buses between Bradford Forster Square and Shipley/Ilkley.
Trains between Leeds and Bradford Forster Square, as well as Leeds/Bradford Forster Square and Ilkley, will not run on these Sundays.
Diversions are also expected between Leeds/Bradford Forster Square and Skipton.
Karen Duffy, Network Rail operations director, said: “Across the weekends of 18-19 and 25-26 July, we’re carrying out essential track renewal, tunnel repairs and earthwork improvements to keep the railway safe and reliable for passengers.
“We’re sorry to anyone whose journey is affected and grateful to passengers and residents for their patience while we complete these upgrades, which will help deliver smoother and more dependable journeys in the future.”
Customers are urged to check the details of their journey with Network Rail or their train operator.