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    “Better than average” Wetherspoons

    It’s clear that the quality, layout and ambience of all Wetherspoons locations are extremely varied and diverse. This thread is not meant for any political discussion surrounding Wetherspoons (if you choose not to visit these establishments, I entirely understand, but please refrain from...
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    International References to UK Rail/Transport

    I often have random, inexplicable thoughts pop into my head for no apparent reason, and this afternoon was no exception. I’m aware there are many references to the UK railway network found across the world. The obvious example that comes to mind is the reconstruction (attempt!) of London...
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    Which timezone should the UK be in?

    The way I see it, there are currently three possible answers to the question proposed in the thread title (the question assumes the same timezone is kept all year and ignores daylight saving. I do not wish to debate whether we should adapt daylight saving in this thread but rather, assuming we...
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    Interrail First Class

    Hi folks! I'm planning to use my InterRail outbound journey tomorrow to travel from Dumfries to Gatwick Airport (I'm flying out on Thursday but I want to make the journey tomorrow). Can anyone confirm: 1) Can I break my journey as many times as I like? Tempted to take a much slower routeing...
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    Avanti Cancellation Help

    Hi folks, I’m travelling on the following itinerary later today: Avanti have, of course, cancelled the 20:06 GLC - LOC. I’ve contacted them to ask whether I would be allowed to travel on the 18:52 EDB - CAR and change there for Lockerbie. They have told me that this would not be permitted...
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    Quality/Length of Sleep

    I've recently been curious about the topic of sleep (particularly how the length of sleep can impact upon the quality of it), and am curious to see the opinions of the forum. Multiple sources including the NHS and CDC cite that the ideal amount of sleep per night is 7 or 8 hours or more for a...
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    Teaching/Schools in England vs Scotland

    A thread for the teachers/school staff of the forum! I'm approaching the final 6 months of my university course (a BEd (hons) course based in Glasgow). As a pupil, I went through the Scottish education system, and all my teaching experience on placements have been based in Scotland. Despite...
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    390 emergency stop on 1M19

    On my normal commute back home between Glasgow and Lockerbie I often catch 1M19, the 20:06 southbound Avanti from Central to Crewe. This evening, after I had disembarked, the train set off from Lockerbie. About 10 seconds later, there was a thud noise and the train ground to a sudden halt...
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    BA vs VA experiences and loyalty schemes

    Query about the loyalty schemes/frequent flying programmes with both British Airways and Virgin Atlantic. I'm looking to plan a US trip next year, and as a result I plan to fly with one of these two airlines - I was wondering if someone with significantly more experience than myself could shed...
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    On which stock/TOC’s is the “speed set” actually used?

    I’m aware that many types of stock (particularly EMU’s) have a “speed set” function, allowing the driver to input a selected speed, and the unit will apply the appropriate amount of power to maintain that speed. I am also, however, aware that some TOC’s (I’m sure, at least anecdotally, that...
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    A320 Normal Operation Questions

    I’m trying to learn my way around the A320 and have some questions about typical operation (of course some of these questions might not be answerable by forum members (quite specific!) but if anyone has any ideas I’d appreciate it :)) Under what circumstances would FLEX be used to takeoff...
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    Eurostar sets query

    I’ll be using Eurostar in early September (rearranging from an earlier booking) from London to Paris. I note that the 15:31 departure is an e320 and the 16:31 is an e300 (both departures would be good for me, and they are both free to transfer my booking to) I’ll be traveling in standard...
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    Steep Descent + Intercepting the ILS from above

    On our return flight from Bordeaux to Manchester this afternoon, myself and @yorkie noticed a particularly low vertical speed at several points of the descent (featuring frequent and often quite harsh use of the speedbrake to maintain a constant airspeed) I’m well aware it goes against normal...
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    Supermarket Meal Deals

    A bit of a fun debate: What is the best meal deal available from UK high street retailers, considering all factors including cost, quality and variety of food available? For me, I admit the Tesco meal deal is a favorite, I do enjoy the variety of the Morrison’s meal deal, and I often find the...
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    Ryanair Walkouts Summer 2022

    Particularly concerned to have read tonight that Ryanair crews are planning walkouts over the next few weeks - particularly as I am due to be flying to Spain on the 30th! (https://www.express.co.uk/travel/articles/1629239/ryanair-strikes-dates-spain-holiday-affected-countries/amp) Does...
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    ASLEF accept (subject to members agreement) 5% Scotrail Pay Offer

    News just in: (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-61664953) Disappointing from the passenger perspective, and clearly means this disruption will last a while longer. Are they going to push for 5%+ I wonder, or will they only accept their requested 9%?
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    Azuma at Glasgow Central?

    I’m stood at Glasgow Central station just now and there’s an azuma just pulled into platform 1 (I had to do a double take as I really didn’t expect it!) Does anyone know what it’s doing here? Photos below:
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    Glasgow - 75mph PSR after Eglinton St Jn

    This is just an observation, but I’ve noticed that almost every time I’ve used a WCML/Lanark/Edinburgh service that uses the up fast (via Cambuslang) line after Eglinton street junction, they almost always accelerate to reach 75mph immediately after the front of the train passes the board for...
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    27th January - Plan B easing - observations and usage

    Back in July, when the final stage of the roadmap was eased, we created a thread '19th July Lockdown Easing - Observations and Compliance' (thread can be found here: https://www.railforums.co.uk/threads/19th-july-lockdown-easing-observations-and-compliance.220043/) to note the levels of...
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    Avanti Advance - What can I do?

    Hi All, I’ve got an AP for this evening from Euston to Carlisle. I was originally booked on the 17:57 Avanti Pendolino as far as Lancaster, where I was to wait for 40 mins and catch the 20:55 Pendolino (18:30 off Euston) as far as Carlisle. The 17:57 is now being terminated short at Preston...

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