London Overground Weaver line to close for two weekends in September
Overhead line renewals, track replacement, and bridge repairs will affect services between Bethnal Green and Cheshunt/Enfield Town.
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A significant section of the London Overground's Weaver line will experience closures on two consecutive weekends in September 2026. Network Rail has scheduled this work to carry out essential infrastructure renewals and repairs.
Impact on London Overground services
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From Saturday 19 September to Sunday 20 September and again from Saturday 26 September to Sunday 27 September 2026, London Overground services will not operate between Bethnal Green and Cheshunt or Enfield Town. All stations along this stretch of the Weaver line will be closed. Rail replacement bus services will be available to assist passengers during these periods. For those travelling between Bethnal Green and Cheshunt, an alternative route involves changing at Hackney Downs to use a Greater Anglia service that runs to and from Cheshunt via Tottenham Hale.
Infrastructure upgrades planned
The closures will enable Network Rail to undertake extensive overhead line renewals. This will involve replacing ageing wires and structures, as well as concrete bases, with the aim of reducing future faults and service disruptions. Additionally, worn-out sections of track between Turkey Street and Theobalds Grove are scheduled for replacement. Repairs to the Cadent gas pipe bridge at Stoke Newington are also planned, with the railway closure being used to complete this work efficiently. Preparation for future platform enhancements at Seven Sisters station will also take place.
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Journeys will take longer as speed restrictions are put in place due to dried-out ground conditions.
Greater Anglia service adjustments
Greater Anglia services that typically run via Seven Sisters will be diverted. During the two affected weekends, these services will operate via Tottenham Hale instead. Passengers are strongly advised to check their travel arrangements in advance and allow additional time for their journeys, especially those heading to Tottenham Hotspur Stadium for the fixture on 19 September or the BIGBANG concert on 26 September.
Questions this report answers
+When will the London Overground Weaver line be closed?
The London Overground Weaver line will be closed for two consecutive weekends in September 2026. These closures are scheduled for Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 September, and again for Saturday 26 and Sunday 27 September.
+Which parts of the line will be affected by the closures?
The closures will affect London Overground services between Bethnal Green and Cheshunt, and also between Bethnal Green and Enfield Town. All stations located along this section of the Weaver line will be closed during these periods.
+What work is being done during the closures?
Network Rail will be carrying out overhead line renewals, replacing ageing wires and structures. They will also replace sections of worn-out track between Turkey Street and Theobalds Grove, and repair the Cadent gas pipe bridge at Stoke Newington.
+How will passengers be able to travel during the closures?
Rail replacement bus services will operate during the closures. Greater Anglia services that normally use Seven Sisters will be diverted via Tottenham Hale on the affected weekends. Passengers are advised to check their travel plans and allow extra time.
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