I Got Told Off By The Station Manager: Chasing Trains

[@DG-yb3sb]

That manager, what a plonker! You radiate joy and enthusiasm which is so rare these days! Keep doing u! 🚂😀

[@eily_b]

Those are the people who the station manager should be worried about 16:04, not you! 😤

[@MasterMoyle]

​@@eily_b wait till you see them at Liverpool Lime Street.

[@minilymo]

​@@eily_b I thought that was the station manager being sorted out.

[@AndreA-ke2id]

He radiates an air of lunacy !!

[@YoLo-bb2vc]

i suspect he is a station master who is apart of the train drivers union and seems he is just as awful as the union leaders themselves.

[@rogiervanlierop]

As a Dutch traindriver I say this so called manager must be sent home permantly! This behaviour of station personal won't be tolerated by train loving enthousiasts like ourselves. You and all other people in your film are an example of how we get along with each other. Trainspotters like yourself will always get my approval. I will smile, wave, talk and even use my Typhoon to you 💪

[@D.C.009.]

Unfortunately the UK does seem to have a lot of these bully types in positions of authority

[@GavanHogan-u3c]

Fired from his job immediately.

[@q400enjoyer7]

I loved that overground driver. He was so kind about you and the passion of trainspotting

[@swsmith]

What a contrast with that station manager

[@PastaSauce.]

Always try to remember the nice people.

[@Felloffajetski]

That was me 😅

[@Train_Tok_Man]

Ignore that prick. As long as you don’t trespass or bother anyone by getting in their space, you should be just fine.

[@COYBIG1967]

Exactly , it’s not like he was at the edge or shouting at ppl or something like that , I’m disgusted by that staff member

[@CallumPhillips-Lee]

I honestly thought it was staged lol.

[@c3gfboy7]

@@CallumPhillips-Leenope sadly not…there is people like this in the UK 24/7

[@TomGeorgeOriginal]

@@CallumPhillips-Lee You can tell it's real because the guy doing it was a fat bald old guy. If it was staged then they got the perfect guy to play the role.

[@truefilter1651]

He was trespassing

[@colinrimmer789]

Manager wins the “Mr Miserable “ of the week award. Lighten up.

[@trainspotting-with-J]

Ha ha

[@MSMFurcorn22]

Definitely!

[@gazberotten2919]

So Francis bourgeois is the new DOzey Trainspotter for 2024 then? -----------> kzbin.info/www/bejne/fH3IhKtsjpWop8k

[@stopthetories]

You don’t know what kind of day he has been having, don’t judge based on a snippet of a conversation

[@TimLemonn]

@@stopthetoriesregardless of what day he’s had he shouldn’t speak to people like that! If he’s had a bad day then he should delegate the task to someone or remove himself from his job until he can perform it suitably.

[@shrubbie1]

How could anyone be so mean when you are clearly so full of joy and enthusiasm, and completely harmless. Don't let anyone grind you down.

[@nascar0509]

Seems to be common place these days unfortunately.

[@mikejones-tf6zo]

i bet his misuss wishes he could stay all day and not come home

[@Drankovich]

@@mikejones-tf6zo Possibly his missus rules the roost at home, that's why he's a little Hitler at work!

[@mohammedmay]

Francis, you are an absolute national treasure and an absolute gem.

[@scrsucks1470]

he doesnt support striking workers so he isnt

[@mohammedmay]

@@scrsucks1470 I bet he does.

[@MasterMoyle]

He's a boy with a camera welded to his head and goes around with a fake name as his real name isn't Francis, his name is Luke Nicholson.

[@AndreA-ke2id]

*@mohammedmay* Are you for real??

[@mohammedmay]

​@@AndreA-ke2idFor what? 😂😂😂

[@merlin8514]

Never been a trainspotter myself but I can appreciate the utter joy that another human being gets from seeing works of art 🧐👏👍

[@squidwardshouse5431]

Engineering is certainly an art in it's own right. 😁

[@SA17579]

Fat controller was not very nice 😢

[@modelrailwaysandme]

Took the words right out of my mouth :p

[@tommyfoley]

Station manager probably didn’t get his morning bacon 🥓. Poor baby.

[@random22026]

* Chef's kiss * There it is--talk about 'controlling' behaviour.

[@Axman6]

Definitely some kind of roller…

[@Elevatorelectricgate]

Sir Topham Hatt was cross.

[@TheCornishtrainspotter]

I can’t believe a manger would be so rude ! Francis you’re still the best trainspotter !

[@Jsambo]

Every train station in my city is like that,you get spoken to like sh!te so fck em anyway

[@in4mus85]

He's not a manager to tell the truth. Misinformation lol

[@philiprufus4427]

Nowadays yes,Usually by those who know 'S F A' about Railway's.

[@flamingbagofcrap5156]

This is not going to go well for that station manager…

[@mrpstapley]

TFL will be receiving tons of complaints now about that "manager". He is obviously working for TFL but was that a Network Rail station?

[@UKRedWing]

And rightly so. Nobody should be spoken to like that by a member of rail staff.

[@elixier33]

The station managers job is to keep people safe. I've met this guy many times, I'm not really a training enthusiast, but his job is to keep people safe, run the station and that's not an easy job So, I don't think it's going to go badly for him. He's completely right in what he says i don't think you have to ask a permission to film trains I don't even know why you'd want to film trains, but still.....

[@tommyknockers5492]

You’re in his house. As long as he’s not rude..

[@bombardygamer4248]

The difficulty with this scenario is that Wembley Central has a unique arrangement, where access to the main line platforms are restricted, and you can only access the platforms when there is a train arriving in, only to catch that train. If you stick around after that train has left, they will get annoyed about it. It is a shame that they have this arrangement now, as Wembley Central is one of the best places to see a 37 due to the bridge above creating an enclosed space where it passes.

[@timstatham3635]

What a total jobsworth kn*b that manager was. Everyone enjoyed your epic 37 footage through Central

[@The315fan]

Many become knobs once they enter a managerial position in their line of work.

[@in4mus85]

​@@The315fanvery true but in this case it's not a manager lol

[@sohhfee]

What a sad and dark place someone must be in to be so rude to a lovely luminous person like Francis 👎. What a day!

[@random22026]

Well said!

[@tl.rogers]

Where was he being rude? Because he told him not to be on the station without permission/ticket? Snowflakes will believe anything that doesn't go their way is rude...

[@etrur2595]

well he does work underground tbf

[@CommanderLodrag]

Such a beautiful young man . Marvellous to see such unbridled passion and enthusiasm . I’m a fan !

[@Phillip-p1e]

There's an inocence about this man, he seems truly happy about trains and all.that goes with them. He's even wearing an ANORAK!?!? What's not to love about him 🇬🇧❤️👍🙂💯

[@annehumphreys7350]

Crikey. I'm quite emotional too after watching all the ups and downs of your day. Phew. Brilliant. Thank you.

[@13111y]

There's always one jobsworth to ruin everyone's day! Fantastic video nonetheless. x

[@nigelbevan8449]

Absolutely no need for that so called "station manager" to talk to Francis (Luke) the way he did... That was bang out of order.

[@Charliejashworth]

Agreed very rude man!

[@joshuamoore5286]

Don’t let that manager get you down mate!! Keep doing what you love!

[@rickyg4271]

Love it! Its all kicking off on the other platform and Francis is like "o here it comes!"

[@COYBIG1967]

Please make sure you complain about that staff member . Absolute arse of a man!!! You’re a gem, your enthusiasm is beautiful and you done nothing wrong at all. Keep being you sir! ❤

[@squidgytop.2050]

Not unless you want to get arrested you do not have any right to complain to someone for following the rules you he could have said it nicer but that doesn’t really matter because there are signs explaining and if you don’t follow the sign you get told off

[@AL-np5br]

Im so glad those lads on the night out sung your praises, they are real British Young men 👍 its true you really do brighten every ones day and made me want to get into trains or get into something 👍

[@TheAlexander98765432]

Francis, you are a national treasure. I once saw you at a station in Northern London, and your sheer joy you brought to that platform was electric. Keep on being unapologetically you!

[@benjohnson3178]

Don't let him get you down, Francis. I know it's easier said than done, but we all love your videos and enthusiasm.

[@paulclark9835]

You are a very polite young man and I like watching ur vids. To not retaliate in anyway shows you are a well respected guy and positively humble. Keep up good work 😊

[@michaelgibson603]

“Sometimes there are mistakes that are made, sometimes there are trains that are missed. But ultimately the highs wouldn’t be so high if there weren’t the lows in contrast.” Great quote there: sums up life beautifully, thank you Francis. 8:44

[@Deleted11100]

8:22

[@tomleigh7478]

Amen brother. A flat line emotion certainly is not the way life should be. Or is. We take the rough with the smooth and vice versa. It's what makes us appreciative of what we should really be appreciative off. What a lovely quote

[@johncartwright8154]

Poetic, wasn't it?

[@Deleted11100]

A shroom on the cock of life.

[@Deleted11100]

@@johncartwright8154 John, I cried. I really did x

[@hannahc2102]

That “station manager” was an utter prick. I’m so sorry that happened to you.

[@verlander3086]

The sheer joy after that first spotting. I hope everyone is able to find something in life that brings them as much happiness. Truly magical!

[@rhodaborrocks-dy3fb]

The world would be a better place if we were all a bit more like Francis

[@celticcheetah6371]

I agree. I think all people are weird, but most of us hide it most of the time. If we all decided to stop doing that, maybe we’d be happier.

[@MrSpoonage]

Francis, I just wanted to take a minute to tell you how much I appreciate you and your videos. Your enthusiasm is so infectious and seeing your smile has kept me smiling all day. I love to see people doing what they love. Blessings to you Brother.

[@thatbluers197]

Makes me wanna go trainspotting for a day again maybe even spend the day with Francis would be such an experience to see and understand what he feels when doing it have seen him twice literally the nicest lad ever

[@kimberleyraine]

Unfortunately, there will always be someone to rain on your parade. My daughter loves steam trains and going on journeys (and i make videos for her to watch back), but one of the best parts is seeing everyone else's enthusiasm for the same. Keep doing what you love, Francis! 😊

[@jonathanpitchfork2917]

This is an absolute roller coaster of a video

[@qasimmir7117]

I thought those were trains, no?🤔

[@ValBoschi-ix9cd]

So much delight.... Great.

[@blloodstone8762]

Ur a pleasure to watch. Ur interest and knowledge of trains is amazin to see. Thanks for sharing

[@HW100]

Don't let it bother you Francis, there is always one Kill joy wanting to ruin someone's day, he probably had one too many pie's and has gut ache. Keep bringing us these great insights to your Hobby.

[@TSEBG_OFFICAL]

What a ridiculous situation you had there. Especially 13:44 , that got me a lot. Your work is still marvellous Francis!

[@mikejones-tf6zo]

he should have asked the fat bloke where all the pork pies had gone lol

[@robertellis6702]

Love your boundless enthusiasm, infectious ❤

[@LiamPattisonPhotography]

Francis, thank you for these videos and sharing your day with us. Your joy and enthusiasm radiates! I'm an emergency buff and deal with some of the same sorts of upset people from time to time while I'm waiting/filming. It happens but its still jarring when it does. Sometimes can turn a good day sour. Way to keep your spirits up and a positive attitude. I can learn from you! Cheers from Canada

[@lin90210]

Glad you have found something that brings you joy :)

[@nikbennett4894]

Bloody hell, Francis, you made a day out of that! Mad! That station manager can do one.

[@euronymoos]

Your joy is absolutely contagious, I love it. I know nothing of trains nor have any particular interest in them, but seeing your love on display and sharing the moments with you has put a big smile on my face, such a breath of fresh air. Thank you, and keep it up, you're fantastic.

[@trainspotter66]

Such an action packed video with various stations and operators in one video 😃😁we'll done! Absolutely love it❤😄

[@Phil-ws5jp]

Par for the course in the London area, Liverpool Street, Paddington and Waterloo are no go areas for enthusiasts.

[@strebornomis9064]

After a crappy day this is just what I needed. I don't have tiktok but love the videos and shorts on here please keep them up they are great!

[@edwardmartin2157]

I simply love this bundle of joy ..well done Frances never change

[@daviddobson6108]

Helllo from USA. Excitement, enthusiasm, informative, interesting, enjoyable - great video. Thank you.

[@Bizzlle]

Your joy is an uplifting gift to a difficult world today. I don’t know why the algorithm sent me your video but I’m calling it divine intervention. Blessings.

[@beaconaudax3150]

I hope that the station manager receives strong guidance from his superiors on customer relations.

[@Banksy1952]

Station Manager may well be just doing his "Job" but will never win a Customer Service award with that lack of PR skill. Love all the films Francis - take care out there!! SteveD (Isle of Wight)

[@GZ9090]

Francis, you are a real gem! We (fellow enthusiasts) absolutely love your passion, enthusiasm, and energy! Keep doing what you're doing. Don't let the authoritarian types ruin your vibe. 🙏

[@mstewie9718]

Station Manager : "I wanted to be a cop, but I ate too many deep fried mars bars and pans of chips in life. Now I get to yell at people all day, everyday"

[@JamieCurranthemagnificent-z7h]

😂

[@patkelly6349]

Yea. A toss bag. Thinks he’s a 4 star general. Needs a foot in his arse

[@christiantamminen8998]

Nice Breakfast:) Really enjoy your videos Francis. It is so refreshing to see your undeniable passion and joy! :) Keep living the life my friend.

[@aarondillon8544]

16:27 I love how you carry on as normal with the chaos in the background.. ‘here it comes’ 😅😅 comic gold

[@kamelthorn]

May you continue to enthuse with the excitement you show for your passion. It’s wonderful 😊

[@RCCHARLESX]

we still love you, francis!

[@ZaneLove-st8iy]

Who cars

[@ZaneLove-st8iy]

Who cares

[@RCCHARLESX]

@@ZaneLove-st8iy you do, enough to comment.

[@jukesy1992]

@@ZaneLove-st8iy I tell you who cares: enthusiasts sharing the joy with other enthusiasts. OK sure, it's not a tv show, it's trains. But trains have a history. So. What's your problem?

[@Devmart53]

@@ZaneLove-st8iycares*

[@maxconroy3394]

Francis, your videos bring me alot of joy as well, you being a good-natured person as your kind personality and sense of humour

[@thecornishsteamtrain123]

These people are inescapable😒. Ignore it and keep up the good work Francis. Hope to see you in Cornwall one day

[@ironix1]

What a jobsworth misery of a railway worker! I am sorry for the fight at Tonbridge. That was a couple of hundred yards away from my house! It is usually a nice area.

[@VexSG]

These videos feel so human, there's something about how you present yourself in these long form videos that other content creators just don't do like you do. Please continue with them!! :)

[@grahamandrew907]

Love your enthusiasm, I can relate to it , and reminds me when I saw my first Western at Birmingham New Street in the seventies, carry on the good work.

[@Trainline5000]

Was great to meet you at Hemel Hempstead to see the two charters! Honoured to be in your most viewed TikTok video haha

[@deborahpeake7058]

I love your spirit Francis. It's inspiring and infectious.

[@WightWanderer]

This video should be called "Man with a heart of gold tries to spot trains whilst negotiating all the nasty parts of british culture" You are a treasure Francis.

[@atulnayak5715]

Yep the nasty parts when they pick on the hobbyists but the real trouble makers are allowed to dodge the ticket barriers.

[@WightWanderer]

@@atulnayak5715 easier to pick on someone who is kind and innocent. I bet the manager wouldn't have said anything to those thuggish lads at the end 👐

[@atulnayak5715]

@@WightWanderer Indeed! They forget that decent people do exist! I normally waste the jobsworth time by asking more questions.

[@richards6269]

Your love and enthusiasm for trains makes my life feel empty in comparison. Rather than envy you , I will take a leaf out of your book and find something I can be just as passionate about. Thanks for sharing

[@BritishRail60062]

Keep on doing the videos mate. Ignore that jerk. You did nothing wrong. I am an ex-Railway man myself and I would have had words with him if I had been there. Its pricks like him that causes these unnecessary rifts. Keep on being positive buddy.

[@silverbullet1759]

Such a great video. Such diverse sights, sounds and interactions. A little too much to take in!

[@stevebandit1964]

I just wish we had far more youngsters like Francis ! .. what a really nice guy with a totally harmless passion rather than being a burden on Society like many these days !

[@01four1_rockband]

Looks like you had a fantastic day Francis, 12 hrs of trains, the excitement of seeing the steam train, hanging out with your mate and what looked like an awesome breakfast, nice one, keep up the good work !!!

[@AKawalski]

Greetings from Canada! 🇨🇦 As a Londoner and steam fan, I hear you and see you! You are a legend! At least you got to see her in the end. Thank you for all you do!

[@Robsmart1995.ps4]

Nothing better then seeing someone utterly enjoying something to the core it’s so pure I love it in a world of doom and gloom we need more people as happy as you are

[@jbreall]

You are a person I admire

[@SteveGad]

I love your enthusiasm for rail. Please don't ever change.

[@dilwich]

I love people who love their hobbies.

[@Leoliontrains]

Ah Braunton, one of my favorite steam locos, I remember seeing it at Clapham on a very early morning, what a day that was ☺

[@shawnmiller1432]

Francis i swear i wish i had your joy for trains for anything in my life i want more than anything to open my YT shorts one day and see you conducting one. Keep bringing joy ( and trains) to the world my guy. Much love from the U.S 🙂

[@JB-ek4yx]

You're supposed to notify station staff if you go to a station to photograph trains, NOT 'ask permission' as it's not that Sir Topham Hatt's property, it's Network Rail's & they give permission in their rules for photography at stations. If you're there to get off one train & onto another, as you were Francis and happen to hold your camera while there, you don't need to tell anyone, otherwise anyone carrying a camera would have to tell staff every time they wanted to change trains. I might try to find that chap the next time I'm at Wembley Central & ask his permission to change trains, especially as I own a camera. Maybe his managers will have educated him by then?

[@MichaelWhite-i3b]

Love your enthusiasm.

[@stevesalvage1089]

Brilliant, thanks Francis that manager was wrong, a jobs worth , your the star of the show , can't wait till the next episode !!

[@helloimcaleb2316]

Your excitement is contagious. I really enjoy your videos.

[@Thatmodelrailwayboy]

What an absolute tw@t you did have a ticket. You got off the station and you’re doing absolutely no harm to anyone. Love your content Francis 😊

[@Thebigfour1923]

You are right

[@Thatmodelrailwayboy]

@@Thebigfour1923 hey. Thanks

[@kerryhunter6764]

Seeing you happy and enjoying life is a great. Keep going mate 👍

[@architect_kev266]

3:00 I love the hey Francis from the folks walking

[@martinkelsen6049]

Yes, I missed that. I am a first time viewer, brought here by the algorithm. I loved the video.

[@blank-dr2kx]

Love how passionate you are about trains totally wholesome

[@davideddy5877]

You are an icon, sir.

[@LJI777]

Love what U bring to life keep it up man :)

[@_Schreintime]

Im a licensed boiler operator in USA, I LOVE steam engines!!!!

[@markshinnawi7477]

great show. love your energy

[@suitcase_carwash]

Sometimes you just need to tell people to "fuck off". Maybe in a more dignified way but the point remains

[@BazzaUK-t3e]

God bless you and I hope you keep safe

[@Loopstar2]

This dude is so precious and needs to be protected at all costs.

[@Lindsey-hb6wo]

Kid you are simply a blessing Keep it up ❤

[@FriendlyHenry]

Bit ashamed by that incident at my home town, Tonbridge. I've never seen any trouble like that in the 50+ years I've been using the station. Love your enthusiasm, great video...

[@TheWoodlandhoBo]

Station master is a knob. There is certain ways of talking to people. Love a 37 in phoenix livery.

[@GlenpheshieRetrievers]

I loved trains as a kid ...50 years ago. You have brought back the love🚂🚆

[@alansmith798]

Always get one! You keep enjoying what your doing! Causing no harm!

[@trainspotting-with-J]

Loved the 37 thrash 🔥🔥

[@MajPickles]

The world needs more people like Framcis!! You are awesome buddy!! ❤

[@lapipesmoker3751]

What a wonderful spirit you have. Although I'm not a fellow train enthusiast, I'm more of an enthusiast now than I was before I watched your video. Thank you.

[@AndrewJB]

That station manager is a class A bell end! You had a ticket for the train you came in on.