The prepare strikes are going down for 24 hours over three days this week, on June 21, 23 and 25, that means anybody touring by prepare to the well-known music competition might be in for a tricky time. Glastonbury kicks off on Wednesday and continues by means of Sunday, a lot of the occasion will likely be affected by strikes.
The excellent news is that prepare companies are nonetheless operating this week with a lowered service, so it’s nonetheless potential to go to Glastonbury by prepare.
Anybody planning to take the prepare is suggested to plan their journey rigorously and permit sufficient time.
The widespread nature of the strikes means connecting trains can also be disrupted, so commuters ought to count on journeys to take longer and be busier than regular.
Community Rail mentioned: “Half of Britain’s rail community will likely be open on strike days with very restricted service on traces which can be open between 0730 and 1830.”
READ MORE: Find out how to know if prepare journey is affected by rail strikes
How can I examine if my prepare is operating?
Nationwide Rail has a visit planning software that vacationers can use to examine trains and routes
Most prepare operators have posted a shortened timetable on their web sites and could have extra data on the anticipated timetable.
If potential, passengers are warned to keep away from utilizing the railways until it’s important to scale back the variety of individuals touring on fewer trains.
Round 10,000 London Underground workers will depart the service at present and all traces are anticipated to endure main disruptions all through the day.
The Transport for London web site can be utilized by individuals touring within the capital to examine companies and plan routes.
Buses are selecting up the additional visitors, however at present they’re much busier than standard and journeys may take longer than deliberate.
Strolling and bicycling are beneficial as different technique of transportation when potential.
