Train passengers have faced disruption, after reports of trespassers on the railway between Bexhill and Ore.

Southern Rail said it was made aware of people on the tracks, shortly after 5.30pm, on Tuesday (July 28).

A social media post explained: “To ensure safety, the power to the tack has been cut and trains are at a stand. Delays and alterations are expected."

The operator warned that delays, cancellations and alterations to services were expected while the incident was dealt with. Services travelling through the affected section of the route, were impacted until it was safe for trains to resume.

Train passengers are facing disruption, after reports of trespassers on the railway between Bexhill (pictured) and Ore. Photo: Google Street View

placeholder image — Train passengers are facing disruption, after reports of trespassers on the railway between Bexhill (pictured) and Ore. Photo: Google Street View

An update at 5.50pm read: “All lines have since reopened now it has been confirmed everyone is in a position of safety. And trains are running through this area as usual.

"That said, a number of trains were delayed as a result. If you are travelling now, please visit http://nationalrail.co.uk and check station information screens for real time advice.”

Passengers are being advised to check before travelling and allow extra time for their journeys.

A statement on Southern’s website reads: “Following trespassers on the railway at Hastings, all lines have reopened. Whilst service recovers, trains running to / from and through this station may be cancelled, delayed or revised.

“Disruption is expected until 19:00.

“Trains are now on the move following a trespassser on the track earlier today.

“Trains are now on the move, but may be subject to dealys and alterations whilst we work to get trains back to normal working times. Allow extra time to make your journey and use Southeastern's live departures page for travel updates.

“For details of alternative routes that may be available to complete your journey, please refer to our alternative routes during disruption maps.”

If you are travelling between Ore and Bexhill now, your train will ‘likely face delays of up to 20 minutes’, and ‘could be altered at short notice’.

Southern added: “Please check journey planners and station information screens for updated train information and where possible, allow extra time for your journey.

“You may be entitled to compensation if you experience a delay in completing your journey today. Please keep your train ticket and make a note of your journey, as both will be required to support any claim.”