Date: 16/02/2014

An slow-moving empty train is testing the main railway line in Cornwall in the hope services can resume later. The line between Plymouth and west Cornwall has been closed since Friday when several parts of the track were flooded or damaged by fallen trees in stormy weather. Many branch lines were also affected, but most reopened on Saturday. First Great Western (FGW) said a bus replacement service will continue to operate between St Erth and Penzance.

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Cornwall main line trains resume

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Main line train services resume in Cornwall two days after storms led to flooding and debris along the track.

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