General · 17 August 2026

Essex train derailment causes week-long disruption for passengers

A train derailment in Wickford, Essex, on Friday caused extensive damage to 1.5 miles of track and infrastructure. Over 60 passengers were on board a Greater Anglia train travelling from Southend Victoria to London Liverpool Street, but none were hurt. Rail replacement buses are running between Billericay and Hockley, and between Wickford and Southminster.

By BriefTea Editorial · 17 August 2026 at 9:41

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