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I haven't seen much about it apart from local news reports but apparently there was a fire on early Tuesday morning on Barmouth Bridge leading to closure of the line. The line is still closed but is due to re-open tomorrow (Monday). Replacement buses have been operating from Barmouth to Tywyn although the pedestrian footpath across the bridge has remained open. I don't have any details about the cause of the fire or the extent of the damage. Can anyone add to this?

I have received the following very brief details:

Fire reported at around 06.00 on 4th October. Fire extinguished around 11.30. There was significant but localised damage, including rail support on the seaward side had burnt through. Passenger trains permitted through again after repairs on Monday (10th October).