Thanks for all the comments and feedback ... my Queen expertise is on the rise!

In particular, I'd be very interested to hear about people's commuting journeys now / today - the trials, the tribulations, the camaraderie.

Best,

Rob

Thanks so much for your prompt reply.

Sounds great - I wonder if your fellow travellers still do the journey?

And how do you keep all that information in your head?!


Best,

Rob

Hello all

I'm very new to this forum, but I'm already impressed by the wealth of information and discussions! Although not a regular on FGW^▸ (First Great Western), I'm currently making a documentary about the rail network, and I'm very keen to explore the commuting world west of London ...

Although much of my research is looking at the important upgrade work and the unique challenge of carrying this out on such a busy part of the network (FGW and Network Rail have been great in helping us document their projects), I'm also very keen to get in contact with regular users of trains - particularly between Bath and London - so that there can be a strong element of human stories.

It would be great to explore both the good and more difficult aspects of the 'commuter's life'. From the experience of travelling on overcrowded trains (the reason why much of the upgrade work is taking place) to the great sense of camaraderie and the hidden 'social scene' that often exists on regular routes. In particular, I'm key explore life on these routes within the context of the festive period and the great Christmas getaway ... as much as being our life-line into work, the trains are also our escape to families and friends.

Anyway, it would be great to chat and find out more. Do reply if you have any thoughts or ideas!

Regards,

Rob McCabe