Chiltern Railways has announced that two train services are experiencing delays after unrelated issues.

The more serious event today (Tuesday, June 9) relates to Banbury where there are almost hour-long delays due to people trespassing on the train tracks.

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A spokesperson for the railway company said: “We apologise but due to trespassers on the railway at Banbury, the line towards the West Midlands and London is blocked.”

First reported at around 12.30pm, this is expected to last until at least 2.15pm.

We apologise that due to a problem with line-side equipment between Bicester North and Kings Sutton, trains have to run at reduced speed on both the line towards London and the line towards the West Midlands.

Please check your journey prior to travel via: https://t.co/vWimDIg2w9 … pic.twitter.com/ne15KKYUSH

— Chiltern Railways (@chilternrailway) June 9, 2026

The other issue is centred between Bicester North and King’s Sutton in Northamptonshire, where there are 15 minute delays to services.

We apologise but due to trespassers on the railway at Banbury, the line towards the West Midlands and London is blocked.

Please check your journey prior to travel via: https://t.co/vWimDIg2w9

We’re sorry for the delay to your journey. If you have been delayed by 15 minutes or… pic.twitter.com/iBSaJVoXYd

— Chiltern Railways (@chilternrailway) June 9, 2026

The spokesperson said: “We apologise that due to a problem with line-side equipment between Bicester North and King’s Sutton, trains have to run at reduced speed on both the line towards London and the line towards the West Midlands.”

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First reported at around noon, this issue is predicted to be solved imminently.

The company added that if you have been delayed you may be entitled to compensation, for which you should go to its website.

“We’re sorry for the delay to your journey,” said the spokesperson.

“If you have been delayed by 15 minutes or more, then you are likely to be entitled to compensation.”

Michael Wilson, deputy group leader, said several residents contacted him about a bin where rubbish had been tipped out and left scattered around the space.

When he went to see it for himself, he decided to roll up his sleeves and get the mess sorted on the spot. The litter has now been cleared and the area made tidy again.

Rubbish tipped and left scattered in an area known locally in Bicester as Dangerfield (Image: Michael Wilson)

He also checked nearby bins to ensure the whole space looks clean, presentable and welcoming for people using it.

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He said the incident underlined why councillors must respond when locals raise everyday concerns, arguing that smaller issues can have a big impact on how a neighbourhood feels.

He said: “This is exactly why I believe it’s important to listen when residents raise local issues. Sometimes it’s the smaller things that make a big difference to how an area feels.

Field in Bicester with scattered rubbish cleaned by Reform UK councillor (Image: Michael Wilson)

He thanked those who alerted him and urged residents to keep reporting problems so he can step in where needed, vowing to “always do what I can to help”.

Mr Wilson has made cleaner streets a key priority, mirroring the stance of Reform group leader Paul Jeffreys in Banbury Hardwick. He pledged during May’s local elections that the party would tackle waste and street cleaning as part of a wider push on “everyday issues”.

Track Days is promising the “biggest and best ever” experience at Abingdon Airfield, Bicester Heritage and Shenington Airfield near Banbury.

The Anytime 27 Mile Triple Supercar Driving Experience offers nine miles each in three different cars.

To celebrate its arrival, the price has been reduced by 67 per cent compared to what it would normally be and is available for a limited time special offer of £499.

The cars available to enjoy include the Lamborghini Gallardo, Ferrari California, McLaren 720s, Aston Martin DB11 and Porsche 911.

Imran Malek, corporate sales manager at TrackDays.co.uk, said: “We are delighted thrill-seekers now have the chance to drive an incredible array of supercars for a longer amount of time.

“This extra time behind the wheel, alongside an expert driving instructor, will allow them to get a full appreciation of the breath-taking performance that these incredible feats of automotive engineering are capable of.”

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The experience, available on a weekday or weekend at no extra cost, starts with a welcome and sign on, followed by a driver’s safety briefing.

In addition, participants can also have a high-speed passenger ride in a hot hatchback.

Mr Malek added: “This experience offers 27 miles of pure supercar driving pleasure, showcasing the most exotic marques in our fleet.

“It’s one of our biggest and finest triple supercar experiences and promises the drive of a lifetime.”