Emergency services are currently responding to an incident involving a freight train in Herefordshire this evening.

The incident has occurred in Allensmore, with a freight train currently blocking the B4348 Tram Inn Crossing. 

West Mercia Police are advising motorists to use an alternative route whilst Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service respond to the incident.

It is likely to cause delays to rail services between Hereford and Abergavenny / Newport.

More soon.