This morning I was travelling on a northbound London - Cambridge service (Class 379 operated). Shortly after departure from Broxbourne, the driver began an announcement which was along the lines of 'Good morning - our train will shortly pass over Broxbourne Junction, where the route to Hertford East diverges. Please be aware that there is a bumpy ride over the junction, and the train will shake about significantly as we pass over. This is entirely normal and safe, but I strongly recommend that passengers hold onto any open beverages.'
This particular driver seemed to be quite announcement-happy - he also apologised for a 2-minute (timetabled) stand at Harlow Town. So it all came across as quite helpful, but certainly not an announcement I've ever heard being made anywhere before!
This particular driver seemed to be quite announcement-happy - he also apologised for a 2-minute (timetabled) stand at Harlow Town. So it all came across as quite helpful, but certainly not an announcement I've ever heard being made anywhere before!