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Friday 12 Dec 2025

Safety reminder as timetable change means Sunday trains through village

Region & Route:

Eastern

| Eastern: East Midlands

Walkers, cyclists, motorists and horse riders are advised of timetable changes affecting level crossings through a Lincolnshire village.

The railway line at Metheringham, on the line between Lincoln and Sleaford, currently has no timetabled trains running on Sundays.

But from Sunday 14 December – with the introduction of new timetables – this will change, with up to eight freight trains operating on Sundays.

All level crossing users are reminded to follow safety instruction signs, obey warning lights and alarms, never stop on crossings, and avoid distractions such as mobile phones or headphones.

There are level crossings of different types through Metheringham – with different instructions to follow.

In addition, Martin Road level crossing just south of the village is on a route popular with cyclists at weekends. Anyone crossing is instructed to use the phone at the crossing to get permission to cross from the operator because of the poor visibility in both directions.

Adam Warner, Network Rail level crossing manager, said:

“With the introduction of timetabled Sunday freight services through Metheringham, we’re asking everyone – whether walking, cycling, driving or riding – to take extra care.

“Please follow the signs, obey the warning lights and alarms, and never take risks. Even if you know the area well, it’s important to stay alert, and using the phone housed in the yellow cabinet at Martin Road is essential for your safety and the safety of others.”

The new East Coast Main Line timetable, being introduced on Sunday 14 December and bringing more frequent and faster services, means changes across the rail industry. Click here to read more.