Boat crashes into Reedham swing bridge on Norfolk Broads

Greater Anglia services on the Norwich to Lowestoft line, passing through Reedham, were cancelled or diverted via Great Yarmouth following the incident.

The boat crashed into the Reedham swing bridge where it became stuck and wedged under the crossing.

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The boat stuck under the bridge earlier this afternoon (Image: Jean Hannah)

The swing bridge reopened at around 4pm (Image: Sonya Duncan) It also means stations at Haddiscoe, Somerleyton and Oulton Broad North saw services cancelled as the bridge was fixed.

Greater Anglia has apologised for any inconvenience caused by the disruption.

A spokesman added: "Network Rail response teams will be attending to investigate and examine the situation as well as any damage to the railway.

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The swing bridge in Reedham (Image: Sonya Duncan) "We're also aware that high tide time has passed, and as the water level lowers this should free the boat."

Travellers were able to catch local bus services in an attempt to avoid any major delays.

The bridge reopened at around 4pm with train services resuming to normal.