... Oh no! It’s Hertfordshire Railtours for me.
Many outside of the “train fan” world may not have heard of them, which is a shame because, as their name implies, they run tours by rail.
True, they always try to secure an unusual form of traction, often hired from EW&S ... Read review
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Advantages: Beats coach touring into a cocked hat Disadvantages: Pick-up points mainly London or Home Counties
...prepared sandwiches. Oh no! It’s Hertfordshire Railtours for me.
Many outside of the “train fan” world may not have heard of them, which is a shame because, as their name implies, they run tours by rail.
True, they always try to secure an unusual form of traction, often hired from EW&S Rail, normally known for freight services. The prospect of being hauled by a non-passenger locomotive is part of the attraction for some, but for ... ...off to some other part of the country for the day (normally the day, although I have done an ‘overnight’ with them as well).
Although the word “Hertfordshire” looms large in the company name, most tours start in central London, with pick-ups (and set-downs) along the route.
In general, the trains can be split down the middle. At one end, you’ve got the standard 4-seat-across coaches, where most people bring their own ...
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Advantages: You don't have to drive yourself and they're helpful, kind and courteous. Disadvantages: Sometimes delays or problems but they try their best
...that just because they're called Hertfordshire Rail Tours (HRT) doesn't mean they are exclusively for Hertfordshire and/or just do tours around Hertfordshire via Rail.
~ About ~
Hertfordshire Rail Tours create trips, a.k.a: Rail Tours, around the United Kingdom and sometimes aboard. Destination could include anywhere of interest or to go see a special event like the Edinburgh Royal Tattoo. Their offices are based in Hertfordshire.
~ Tours ~
Most ... ...What normally happens is that Hertfordshire Rail Tours hire an EW&S* diesel locomotive -- very reliable -- and then I think they own or hire out a certain amount of MK1 stock carriages for the tours / trips / journeys -- very comfortable.
~ A Quick Story ~
Well firstly the seats on the MK1 stock carriages are very comfortable to sit in and the seats are very springy which makes it all the more comfortable.
One time on one trip the train came upon ...
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