A lorry has hit a bridge at Chestfield and Swalecliffe, causing disruption to train services.

Southeastern halted services between Faversham and Margate this morning as the bridge was assessed for damage by inspection staff.

Lines were re-opened just before 8.45am.

The most frequently damaged railway bridges struck by vehicles in Kent were revealed in October last year.

Network Rail says incidents in the south east cost the company around £7.5 million to fix last year.

Three of the UK's top 50 are in Kent, with the one over the Alkham Valley Road at Kearsney the one receiving the most strikes.

The second most common bridge to be affected is the one at Chestfield and Swalecliffe station.