Rockfall causes disruption on trains between Inverness and Wick

Train services between Inverness and Wick have been disrupted after a rockfall near Dingwall.

Network Rail has put a temporary 20mph limit on the line, which will shut tonight for emergency repairs.

The rockfall was first spotted on November 23, but there was more damage caused in Storm Arwen, with the embankment eroding further.

Works will now be carried out to remove debris from the track and shore up the embankment located on the line between Dingwall and Helmsdale.

Line to close at 11pm for weekend works

Scotrail services between Inverness and Wick will be affected by the line closure with a maximum speed of only 20mph being applied to the area.

This is to ensure trains travelling along the track at higher speed causing vibrations do not cause further damage.

To resolve the issue the line will close at 11 pm on Friday, December 3, and will not reopen until 5 am on Monday, November 6.

Over the weekend, train shuttles will replace services travelling between Inverness and Dingwall and between Wick/Thurso and Helmsdale.