There will be no Thameslink trains running from our area into central London this bank holiday as work continues on the construction of a new station.

Network Rail has confirmed all Thameslink services running from Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire towards London will terminate at Mill Hill Broadway.

From there, rail replacement buses will be in operation between Mill Hill and London St Pancras.

There will also be no Thameslink trains running out of St Pancras towards our area.

And there will also be a reduced service both ways between Mill Hill and Bedford, with no East Midlands trains running between Luton and St Pancras.

The disruption to services will begin on Saturday August 28, ending when the first service is up and running on Tuesday August 31.

Network Rail says essential railway upgrades are taking place, including at the new Brent Cross West station which is under construction.

The stop, which is being created as part of a major regeneration of the area, is set to open next year.

Railway engineers will also use this weekend to continue with track upgrades at Kentish Town and replace points between Kentish Town and West Hampstead.

Jenny Saunders, customer services director for Thameslink, said: "It’s good news that Network Rail are taking the opportunity to make these essential track improvements at Kentish Town while preparing for Brent Cross West further north.

"The new station will be a vital addition to the Thameslink network. If you do need to travel between Bedford and London during the Bank Holiday weekend, thank you for your patience. Please check a journey planner for details of the service changes and replacement bus options, and allow plenty of extra time.

"Be aware there may be further changes at short notice because of the coronavirus outbreak."