A tree blocking the railway line near Poole has caused disruption for anyone travelling to Weymouth.

South Western Railway have dispatched specialist teams to the affected area to clear the tree from the track.

The tree has now been cleared.

A spokesperson for South Western Railway said: "Following a tree blocking the railway between Bournemouth and Branksome all lines have now reopened.

β€œAt this time we estimate that disruption to our services will end at 4pm.”

Tickets will be accepted, at no extra cost on the following replacement services:

First Bus 10 and X54 between Weymouth and Poole/Dorchester