Upgrades to Littlehaven level crossing have successfully been completed by Network Rail engineers.

Network Rail engineers will be using the bank holiday weekend to finish the work at Parsonage Road level crossing in Horsham.

Those wanting to travel through the area are being reminded to plan ahead to allow for more travel time where needed, as the crossing will remain closed until the work is complete.

Also announced previously, during this time a kilometre of track will be replaced at Faygate, which started on the 20th August.

This work will continue on Saturday 27th and Sunday 28th August, with rail replacement buses in place to transport passengers.

The minibus service will also be continuing to get people to the other side of the crossing with the same diversions still being used.

Katie Frost, Network Rail’s Sussex route director, said: “We’d like to thank local residents and motorists for their patience whilst we carry out the final stages of work to Parsonage Road level crossing.
“We’re very close to the final days and we’re looking forward to being able to put the level crossing back in use with the upgraded safety features.
“We’d like to remind those needing to travel to please plan ahead whether travelling by car or rail replacement bus service.”

Chris Fowler, Southern’s customer services director, said: “These essential improvements are making the railway safer and more reliable for the local community and all our customers using this important route.
“Network Rail have worked closely with us to keep inconvenience to a minimum and, as always, we thank everyone for their patience and understanding.”