TRAIN services are badly disrupted this afternoon due to a broken down freight train.

The line is blocked between Manningtree and Colchester.

Trains running through both stations may be cancelled, delayed or revised.

Disruption is expected until at least 6pm on Monday. 

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Greater Anglia posted online: "Greater Anglia and Network Rail are sorry if your journey has been affected by this disruption.

"Specific train service alterations are available here.

"Advance purchase tickets holders will be allowed to travel on earlier or later trains if their booked service is cancelled.

"If your journey with us has been delayed by 15 minutes or more, you may be entitled to compensation for a portion of your fare.

"Please visit www.greateranglia.co.uk/about-us/our-performance/delay-repay for details."