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I was at York last week and saw 68024 with one of the sets. I could not see any number for the DTSO. Fortunately there was a driver (I assume at standing at the front exit) who told me it was Set 6. I assume then it will be 12806, is that correct? Also, how can you tell the numbers without...
A few observations:
1. EMR to Luton from St Pancras on Friday 14/05/21 afternoon, 4-coach train, quite busy in standard (e.g. solo traveller had to move to allow family to take a table).
2. Thameslink to Blackfriars, same afternoon, 12-coach train, and appeared to be hauling lots of air...
Belated thanks for this. In the end, I bought a ticket to Luton. Helpfully it left from P1 and the 1434 HST from P2 so I was able to get a good look. Looked like train reasonably busy with enthusiasts and a fair few milling around on platform. Got a short video of 43102 leaving (at rear) which...
According to my notes, I've never seen 43102 and would like to before it retires. Any idea on passenger loadings today, could do a cheeky run to Nottingham in FC. Alternatively, where would be a good station north of STP to see them travelling through. Many thanks.
Many, many thanks. I'm pleased to hear the lounge car is open for seating as the website says it is closed and car only available for takeaway food/drink. Is this always the case or does it depend on train manager do you know please?
I was considering a trip on the sleeper and have noted the changes to service. When I've used it before, I've enjoyed sitting reading in the lounge car on departure for a while before retiring. With it currently closed, does anyone know whether there is any alternative seating available? I'm not...
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