Trains were diverted in Somerset today (March 29) after a vehicle hit a bridge.

A spokesman for National Rail confirmed that a lorry hit a railway bridge near Somerton.

Services between Castle Cary and Taunton were diverted as the bridge was inspected for damage.

The spokesman said: "A lorry hit a bridge on Littleton Hill at around 1.50pm today.

"Some passengers were redirected, and we sent staff to the scene to assess the bridge.

"The line was temporarily closed, but was re-opened at 3pm after the bridge was inspected.

"National Rail staff reported no damage to the bridge apart from minor scrapes."



