Trains have been delayed between West Croydon and Sutton after a tree fell on the line.

Southern Rail is reporting a tree fell on the line at Belmont at about 7am.

The station is beyond Sutton travelling on the line south but the service was stopped at Thornton Heath as a precaution.

Services are expected to be delayed by up to 30 minutes.

Travellers are advised to use alternative routes between New Cross Gate and West Croydon.