West Yorkshire train lines blocked after suspected unexploded World War Two bomb found

It was found just before 9.30am today (Tuesday) near the railway line at Apperley Bridge station.

British Transport Police, Network Rail and the Ministry of Defence are on site investigating.

Train services through Apperley Bridge station have been cancelled and a 100m cordon is in place.

In a statement, British Transport Police said: "British Transport Police were called to Apperley Bridge Railway Station just before 9.30am today, 27 February, to reports of an unexploded ordinance found near the station during excavation work taking place.

"Currently a 100m cordon is in place as a precaution and officers are working with West Yorkshire Police and the ambulance service to ensure the safety of those in the area."

Road closures are also in place on the A658 Harrogate Road at Apperley Bridge.

Northern said in a statement: "Due to a wartime bomb near the railway between Leeds and Shipley all lines are blocked.

"Train services running through these stations may be cancelled or delayed. Disruption is expected until 14:45."

Trains between Leeds and Bradford Forster Square are also among services unable to run.