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£20 penalty fare/fine south west trains
hi all i got on the train at esher station as it was pulling up literally as i arrived on the platform. i had cash on me and was hoping to pay a ticket person on the train, or if i didnt see one, pay on exit at waterloo. i've done this before on first great western without a problem, it's called excess fares, as you are…
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From Heathrow to Euston in January?
Hey, Im returning from a long 9-month trip on January th 14th and so decided to book my trains now to get a cheap rate. Unfortunately however there appears to be works on the line between Heathrow and London in January so you have to take the Heathrow express which costs £80 for a 20 min journey which is just insane. Does…
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Lorry firm boss tells of effect of cyclist's death on the driver and the company
http://road.cc/content/news/100358-view-cab-lorry-firm-boss-tells-effect-cyclists-death-driver-and-company-video So parts I will mention The company mention the effect this death has caused on them and the driver. However they were sent a video 2 months before her death with regards to one of their trucks driving(with both…
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Returns - where do I stand?
Not sure if this is the right area to post in, but it's cycling related. On the 5th of November I bought some Shimano Ultegra 6800 SPD Pedals from an online retailer. A couple of weeks later I fitted them and instantly found out they were a lot tighter to clip in and out of. I originally started with the tension set in the…
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Travelling to Harry Potter tour
Hi, I've booked tickets for myself and my girlfriend to see the Harry Potter studio tour in Watford: http://www.wbstudiotour.co.uk/ I'm not from London so would like a bit of advice please on what the best and cheapest way to get there is. I've heard a few things, the oyster card doesn't stretch to Watford and also there's…
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Northern Rail First Class-is it worth it?
Next month I'm travelling to Manchester Airport (return) and I'm wondering if it's worth paying a few pounds more for First Class. Has anyone done this?
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Two advance tickets for one journey - any problems?
I need to get from Prestatyn, N Wales, to Oxford. When I check on nationalrail.co.uk the cheapest fare available for my travel date is an £84 ish off peak one, with 2 changes of train. This is a route I know fairly well so I checked fares for Birmingham International and then for Birmingham International to Oxford, and…
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Scotlandshire train disruption 5th Dec.
Reduced services on 5 Dec due to Network Rail speed restrictions http://www.scotrail.co.uk/content/reduced-services-5-dec-due-network-rail-speed-restrictions
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MSE News: Autumn Statement 2013: Rail fare hike pegged back to 3.1%
"Rail passengers in England will face average rises of 3.1% on fares next month, less than expected..." Read the full story: Autumn Statement 2013: Rail fare hike pegged back to 3.1% Click reply below to discuss. If you haven’t already, join the forum to reply. If you aren’t sure how it all works, read our New to Forum?…
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MSE News: Autumn Statement 2013: Rail fare hike pegged back to 3.1%
"Rail passengers in England will face average rises of 3.1% on fares next month, less than expected..." Read the full story: Autumn Statement 2013: Rail fare hike pegged back to 3.1% Click reply below to discuss. If you haven’t already, join the forum to reply. If you aren’t sure how it all works, read our New to Forum?…
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MSE News: Autumn Statement 2013: Rail fare hike pegged back to 3.1%
"Rail passengers in England will face average rises of 3.1% on fares next month, less than expected..." Read the full story: Autumn Statement 2013: Rail fare hike pegged back to 3.1% Click reply below to discuss. If you haven’t already, join the forum to reply. If you aren’t sure how it all works, read our New to Forum?…
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Commuting with Clipless Pedals.
Sorry, this is more of a story to share than a question... Ok so have now done a few commutes to and from work and my time is improving and amazingly my stamina already seems to be better. A colleague previously advised me to give SPD pedals and shoes a try so after spotting an offer on some Shimano SPD pedals on a certain…
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MSE News: Autumn Statement 2013: Pension age to rise to 68 in 2030s
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Help please!! Train Journey
looking to go to London (Uxbridge) by 9am peak time what is the best quickestand cheapest way getting there? im from Peterborough will be leaving on the19th Dec thanks in advance :beer:
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electric bike
Thinking of buying a Electric Bike Kit. ( which is under £200). So I can convert my existing bike to an electric one. For those who have converted their existing one or have a premade one. Is it costly to run? how long does the battery last and how much distance can you get out a full battery approx? The ones I have had a…
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MSE News: London bus and Tube users face 3.1% fares hike
"London's bus and Tube fares will rise by 3.1% on average next month, but some travellers will be hit by steeper hikes..." Read the full story: London bus and Tube users face 3.1% fares hike Click reply below to discuss. If you haven’t already, join the forum to reply. If you aren’t sure how it all works, read our New to…
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Bike Servicing, Glass in Tyres?
Having now commuted 330+ miles decided was time to do a service on my bike. Had various loose bolts which have now tightened (and ordered some medium strength thread lock). One load bearing bolt for the pannier rack was completely missing, the other side was loose. However upon inspection my tyres (Continental Gatorskin…
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Matched Tyres or Not?
Hi all, question for you... Had a puncture the other week, what looks like a partially flattened staple went through my rear Gatorskin Ultra and ended up walking home as couldn't repair/replace the inner. But in the lead up to this I had had a few scary moments with my rear slipping on wet manhole covers and the like. I've…
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Accommodation near train stations
There's a really useful website if you're looking for quality accommodation near a UK railway station. There are over 800 places to stay listed, many excellent value. The directory has been set up by a couple of rail enthusiasts who are also experienced travellers. The site has even been praised by Michael Portillo! You…
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Scotrail - refund?
My 45 min train journey home tonight turned into a 1hr and 45min journey (due to signalling problems). Anyone know where I stand regarding a refund?