Rail passengers are set to face disruption between Shrewsbury and Crewe across an entire weekend this July, allowing major renewal work to take place on the tracks.

These works, including replacement of track, sleepers, and ballast, will be taking place from 1am on Saturday 19 July to 4am on Monday 21 July, closing the railway lines between Prees and Crewe in both directions.

Infrastructure improvements will also be carried out near Nantwich, Wrenbury, and Tilstock.

During this period, all trains between Shrewsbury and Crewe will be diverted via Wrexham General and Chester, terminating at Crewe.

Between July 19 and July 21, all trains between Shrewsbury (pictured), and Crewe will be diverted via Wrexham General and Chester, terminating at Crewe (Network Rail).

A rail replacement bus service will serve intermediate stations between Shrewsbury and Crewe.

As well as this, a shuttle train service will operate between Crewe and Manchester Piccadilly, and a reduced shuttle service will run between Chester and Crewe.

Road closures will also be in place at Nantwich and Shrewbridge level crossings, with several level crossings operating under local control to facilitate safe access for engineering teams and machinery.

Passengers are advised to plan ahead and allow extra time for journeys. Check the latest travel information HERE.

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