Travellers warned of bank holiday disruption
Published: 8/22/2025

Millions of UK travelers are warned of bank holiday disruption due to rail strikes and engineering works this weekend, causing significant delays on the CrossCountry route and busy roads like the M5 between Bristol and Devon. Passengers are advised to check journey updates and plan accordingly for limited services and cancellations, especially on Monday during the strike. Network Rail suggests preparing for alterations or cancellations on Sunday, with no CrossCountry services from Birmingham to various destinations, including Reading and Stansted airport.