The train derailment left ballast trucks dangling over a river

The Fen Rivers Way near Ely was closed after the derailment on 21 June which left two of the train's 37 aggregate trucks dangling over the River Ouse.

No one was injured, but bad weather left the area near the bridge boggy, hampering a clean-up operation.

Initial recovery work has been completed on Newmarket Bridge and the footpath is partially open.

Cyclists have been granted temporary access to the footpath that runs over the rail crossing for the duration of the work on the bridge and until the National Cycle Route 11 under the bridge is reinstated.

Further work needed

Cyclists must dismount to use the footpath.

The Fen Rivers Way footpath on the west bank of the River Great Ouse will remain closed for public safety while the contractors continue to undertake associated work and repair the bridge and footpath.

The route is closed south of the point where it meets the A142, down to the Braham Dock.

There is currently an alternative route in place on the west bank, taking walkers to Ely through Little Thetford.

A council spokesman said: "Cambridgeshire County Council countryside access and highway officers are working closely with Network Rail and rail contractors, Kier Rail, on the management of the affected area.

"Notices will be placed on the route to inform walkers of the sections closed and alternative routes.