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West Coast Main Line Reopens After Cumbria Derailment Near Shap

Investigators are probing a suspected landslip after Monday’s Avanti service left the rails, with four people treated for minor injuries.

Overview

  • National Rail and Avanti said all lines between Penrith North Lakes and Oxenholme Lake District are back in service following repair work.
  • The 04:28 Glasgow–Euston Avanti West Coast train derailed around 06:10 on November 3 near Shap, prompting a major-incident response and passenger evacuations.
  • North West Ambulance Service assessed 87 people, confirmed four minor injuries, and stood down the major incident with no hospital treatment required.
  • Recovery teams removed the train, repaired overhead lines, and undertook earth, track and signalling work during challenging weather conditions.
  • The Railway Accident Investigation Branch and rail authorities continue formal inquiries as operators restore services with some timetable and ticketing accommodations.