Manchester to London in FIRST CLASS on Avanti West Coast Pendolino

Manchester to London in FIRST CLASS on Avanti West Coast Pendolino (12/12/22). I travelled down to London Euston in first class to check out what this experience has to offer...
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[@marcocura295]

Wow. Amazed you managed to catch a train that, a) wasn't cancelled, and b) wasn't rammed full of passengers. The miracle of Christmas has arrived early.

[@michaeljohndennis2231]

I’ve been using SailRail from Manchester Piccadilly (platform 13 - hate that platform miles away with a passion, especially if coming into Piccadilly from Metrolink trams from Shudehill/Market St) to Holyhead via Chester for some years now, both summer and winter, connecting with both daytime and overnight Irish Ferries sailings home to Dublin and at Chester, I’ve occasionally got these Avanti trains to Holyhead - what I most appreciate about these trains is the luggage space which is very rarely available on Transport for Wales trains, which are tiny compared to even Northern Rail - on Avanti, even during busy trains, you always have plenty of luggage space and Avanti Trains most closely resemble Irish Rail’s standard trains out of Dublin Connolly & Dublin Hueston to Cork, Limerick, Westport/Ballina, Galway, Tralee, Waterford, Rosslare, Drogheda, Dundalk and Sligo

[@LauraaEmilyy]

My 5 year old cousin asked me for a train set for Christmas... I told him Santa doesn't have any this year so he'll have to send a bus replacement service instead.... *ahem* 🤭😄 Wishing G and everyone else here a Merry Christmas! Hope its full of fun, laughter and terrible jokes like mine..! 🎄🎁

[@GLovesTrains]

Haha Merry Christmas Laura! 😁

[@stephenfisher2413]

Really refreshing to see someone with such an outgoing personality actually presenting her own video instead of the endless faceless subtitle videos. A lot of so called “You Tubers” could learn a lot from this young lady. Well done and all the best with your channel.

[@GLovesTrains]

Thanks Stephen!

[@citled]

What a lovely "Christmassy" journey with all those snowy views. You couldn't have chosen a better time for your trip. Loving your vlogs. Every time one finishes I am left feeling great and wanting more. Have a Merry Christmas G, Ray xx

[@GLovesTrains]

It sure was! Merry Christmas Ray!

[@timothyleberl1202]

What an amazing video there G! Absolutely loved following the journey in the video down to London in the snowy conditions! Keep up the amazing work, Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you. Can't wait to see more awesome vids in 2023! 🎄🎉

[@GLovesTrains]

Merry Christmas Timmy Tim Tim!

[@joewoodcock978]

Just found your channel G! I'm a new train enthusiast in Manchester and I'm really enjoying your channel. Definitely some binge watching to catch-up on. Keep up the great content :)

[@paulm7826]

Wonderful video. The snowy landscapes looked amazing. It makes me want to travel to the UK this Christmas. Greetings from Australia.

[@bh0666]

Quiet word whilst no-one else is watching. Very much enjoying your video(s), interesting, informative and entertaining. I doubt many could match your style and energy here. Very Best of the Seasons Greetings Ta Muchly.

[@GLovesTrains]

Thanks! And seasons greetings 😁😂

[@ianr]

As I said over on Patreon, so pleased you have been able to do this. Great vlog!👍🙂

[@GLovesTrains]

Thanks Ian, I did really enjoy it!

[@FarlandHowe]

My goodness you are so infectiously happy. What a treat to watch your video. Loved it, love you. Merry Christmas.

[@GLovesTrains]

Merry Christmas Rob!

[@michellebell5092]

I love travelling on Avanti , the west coast route , whenEver possible. I used to love Virgin too. You looked like you had a wonderful Christmassy ride . And as always , a great Christmas tree in Manchester Piccadilly.

[@garyrichards9653]

Great train journey from Manchester G. The views are breath taking.

[@nkp756]

Love your videos, your attitude and presentation is wonderful! Thank you from an old Yank! Last time I rode a train in England was 1971!!

[@jonathanparry9505]

Nice to see you have treated yourself to a first class trip. Thanks for sharing. Happy Christmas 🎄

[@GLovesTrains]

Merry Christmas Jonathan!

[@benwakefield93]

Love how enthusiastic and upbeat you are. Like an American vlogger but authentic 😅

[@simondavey7787]

I'm glad that yu have taken up your rightful place in First Class and on a journey 'darn sarf' to boot! Merry Christmas, G. Thanks for a wonderful 2022.

[@GLovesTrains]

Merry Christmas Simon!! 😁

[@MidlandRailEnthusiast]

Yet another fantastic Vlog G travelling first class with Avanti is definitely worth the money and to get food and drinks delivered to your seat is absolutely fantastic il agree with you G the snowy scenery from the window did look absolutely stunning and I’m glad you was also able to make the most of the first class lounge at London Euston until your next Vlog G carry on being awesome keep up the good work take care and stay safe and Merry Christmas

[@IowaTrainGay]

Omg so neat! Very festive! Love that the sound of the train is similar to what I hear when on Amtrak over here in the states! So amazing!!

[@GLovesTrains]

Thanks Chris!!

[@highvoltageswitcher6256]

From KZbin videos that I have seen on the North East Corridor (NEC), especially the Acella, the passenger hears a similar track sound to the UK West Coast Mail Line (WCML) on a Pendilino. It’s a sort of whirring noise with some gentle banshee howl that seems to fade and crescendo periodically.

[@williamgilbody3358]

Your vids just keep getting better. Great work.

[@GLovesTrains]

Thanks!

[@allanmorton6022]

Loved the snowy scenes and always fun to join you as you are the most enthusiastic traveller on youtube. Only been following you a little while but love your videos. Merry Christmas G!

[@GLovesTrains]

Merry Christmas Allan!

[@andrewsparks8838]

Another brilliant video. Wishing you and fellow subscribers a happy Christmas and a terrific 2023.

[@GLovesTrains]

Merry Christmas Andrew!

[@DavidCollison]

Very seasonal - Merry Christmas!

[@GLovesTrains]

Merry Christmas David!

[@barryballinger5912]

Really enjoyed your video and narration brilliant x

[@dan15003]

Last week it was very bad here in snow and it wasn't enjoyable working especially getting stuck up hills in a work van but this time round I haven't slipped over snow or ice lol. I wish you, your family and to all your subscribers and not forgetting all your train vloggers a very Happy Christmas and all the best wishes for New year 2023.

[@GLovesTrains]

Merry Christmas to you too!

[@stuartrawson5057]

Very nice video G glad you enjoyed your first class journey great to see another experience ticked off i hope you have a fantastic Christmas 🎅🤶🎄🎄❤and best wishes for the New year🎉🎉 i hope it's full of many great adventures ❤❤

[@GLovesTrains]

Thanks Stuart and Merry Christmas!!

[@johntyler74]

You're right G, travelling by train this time of year does get me in the Christmas mood. I especially like to travel the Sheffield to Manchester through the Peak District- some incredible views ❄🎄 Merry Christmas!

[@GLovesTrains]

Merry Christmas John!

[@neilshepherd6686]

Well done G and we wish you a very Happy New Year to you.

[@DavidLancstrainspotting]

Great Journey to Euston been waiting myself to do similar trip which i will do next year amazing Video G, have a merry christmas & all the best for 2023

[@GLovesTrains]

Merry Christmas David!

[@dylanallman6194]

Great to see you had a lovely journey, G! Merry Christmas - hope you have a wonderful time.

[@GLovesTrains]

Merry Christmas Dylan!

[@ianbolton9309]

As ever a first class Vblog G haha get what I did there! 😁Fantastic ride and views of the snow, we had a foot and a half of the white stuff and lasted for a week in Hertfordshire!! Thank for sharing your journey with us, Merry Christmas G have a great time see ya on the next one soon 👍🙂🎄🎅

[@GLovesTrains]

Thanks Ian, Merry Christmas!

[@dumptwitch]

watching this made me wish i was on that service. love your video thank you

[@MrGreatplum]

A merry Christmas to you G! :) What wonderful wintery scenery en-route. Looked great!

[@GLovesTrains]

Merry Christmas!

[@bigjwiz]

Great video!!

[@BeakersAreCool]

Hi G, The snowy hills looked wonderful (although the windows need a clean) but I was surprised by the variety of the vegan options in First Class, put some effort in Avanti!!. As ever a funny and entreating vlog, Thank you for all your efforts this year looking forward to the next one, stay safe and I hope you have a nice Christmas.

[@GLovesTrains]

Haha merry Christmas Beakerz!

[@ewanmarshall2010]

The snow certainly adds to the Christmas spirit in this video G 😊 I hope you have a very merry Christmas 🎄

[@GLovesTrains]

Merry Christmas E-Wan!

[@barrowc]

Wonderful vlog, G! Watching this snowy video on a snowy day here has helped get me in the mood for Christmas now. Shame about the lounge in Manchester but the one in Euston looks fab! Hope you have a great Christmas and New Year!

[@GLovesTrains]

Great to hear! Merry Christmas barrowc 😁

[@watsonwatt7984]

Fantastic video as always loved the scarf & have a great christmas and new year

[@GLovesTrains]

Merry Christmas!

[@pauljohnson4525]

I love your sense of humour and of course these great video/adventures of yours, the ' knicker hock ' made me laugh lol

[@GLovesTrains]

Thanks Paul haha!

[@cheshuntvlogs]

Fantastic video as always

[@garryhankins5922]

Really enjoy ur train ride video . Hope u had a good day out. 💓. Love ur traveling positive ✨️ Happy Wednesday 😊

[@keithlambell1970]

First Class eh? Luxury! Lovely snowy scenes. And a place to hang your knickers :-)

[@MichaelSebastianTodd]

First class on the Pendolinos looks amazing i really enjoyed this one i must admit i like the Pendolinos they are great trains ive yet to check out a refurbished one as ive not ridden one yet keep up the awesome work and have a lovely christmas

[@GLovesTrains]

Merry Christmas Michael!

[@simonrichards6739]

Merry Christmas G and I look forward to more of your videos in the new year x

[@GLovesTrains]

Merry Christmas Simon!

[@anthonylane6772]

Merry Chirstmas & a Happy New Year for 2023. Love the Video 1000% 👍👍

[@GLovesTrains]

Merry Christmas Anthony!

[@eled1]

I knew I saw you there that morning!

[@ianzthingz1]

Wonderful vlog and such pretty scenery, Merry Christmas to you too 😀💜

[@GLovesTrains]

Thanks Ian!

[@judehockenhull8549]

Fantastic first class I'm jealous I love the snowy sencery Happy Christmas G

[@GLovesTrains]

Merry Christmas Jude!

[@Thornaby37]

That looked like a lovely journey in first class with all those snowy Christmassy views, and even if the vegan salad wasn't the most substantial meal, at least you were served plenty of drinks And a very merry Christmas to you, G 👍

[@GLovesTrains]

Aye filled up on coffee 😂 merry Christmas Thornaby 37!

[@jameskearney7688]

Hi just came across your Channel. Very impressive your enthusiasm is terrific great views

[@GLovesTrains]

Thanks James!

[@christopherbraiden6713]

Thanks for the video G, I'm normally 3rd class lol.This is the bee's knees beautiful train and beautiful white scenery. I definitely think that the food should be 2 portions of that size thou. 🤔 I hope your knickers kept your head warm in London Happy holidays and a happy new year to you too!!😎🚄🚄🚄🚄🌨🇬🇧💚

[@Jakeso]

Considering how Avanti the company is in a bit of a pickle, it is great how that service went! Nice video!

[@robparkhouse2511]

Love the scarf!!

[@ReubenAshwell]

Brilliant Christmas video G, looks like you've enjoyed first class with Avanti. I've not traveled first class on any train myself but it would be an intersting thing to try out to be honest. That snow really does make everything look Christmasy. I hope you have a brilliant Christmas and look forward as always to seeing more videos from you. :)

[@Onthemainline]

Tip: Avanti is definitely the best first class currently available mate!

[@GLovesTrains]

Merry Christmas Reuben!

[@m3hnl]

thanks for your entertaining content throughout the year merry Christmas happy day's

[@GLovesTrains]

Merry Christmas James!

[@michaelread4987]

Another tidy vlog G.. Keep them coming!

[@GLovesTrains]

Thanks Michael!

[@TravelJackJourneys158]

First Class show I enjoyed watching it I hope you have a good Christmas and New Year Thank you for your fantastic shows over the year

[@GLovesTrains]

Thanks Jack!! Merry Christmas!

[@carlwilson1772]

That was brilliant G. Merry Christmas to you too.

[@GLovesTrains]

Thanks Carl!

[@carlwilson1772]

@@GLovesTrains You are welcome!

[@maciejkublik6297]

Good evening :)In Poland we also have Pendolino but it's look diferent.I love trains too,also in miniature,specially in H0 and Z scale;i even made my own Christmas set from old cars Piko,Lima and old steam loco from Gutzold.It's pleasure to watch your smile when You enjoy the trains;greetings from Warsaw :)

[@60secondsinireland]

Christmas views, how lovely! Merry Christmas G!! 🙌🎅🎁☺

[@GLovesTrains]

Indeed! Merry Christmas!

[@bobbythedesertwalker594]

That snow is such a beautiful sight! So Christmassy! Merry Christmas G!

[@GLovesTrains]

Merry Christmas Bobby!

[@wdhpne]

A merry Christmas to you too.

[@GLovesTrains]

Thanks!

[@cabe_bedlam]

Love that scarf!

[@mark-edwynstephens4123]

Gloves, thanks for taking on this wonderful journey to London, in the words of Paul Whitehouse and Simon Day ‘Suit you!’ you were obviously made for first class and it suit you very well, here’s hoping you and yours have a wonderful Christmas. Kindest of regards Mark-Edwyn. 🚂🚃🚃 🎅

[@GLovesTrains]

Merry Christmas Mark-Edwyn!

[@jamesabbott5242]

Awesome video G Love Trains

[@MoistMoments]

Brilliant video!

[@matthewodwyer3615]

Merry Christmas G! Have been in the Manchester Picadilly lounge a few times. It's not that great but at least it's warm and you get a free drink or two while you wait. Last time I was there you had to be buzzed in for access....Nice to see you come South as well for a change! All the best for 2023.

[@GLovesTrains]

Merry Christmas Matthew! I will look out for that buzzer

[@arshadaziz1047]

Excellent video as always G.. Wishing you a very merry happy Christmas🔔🎄🎉

[@GLovesTrains]

Merry Christmas!

[@darrenstuartDS]

Hi G evil mayo here again Great to see you Traveling Avanti First Class, Euston First Class Lounge is still my Favourite one, looking out over the concourse, chilling by the Tv,, although you get less time than you did with Virgin. Merry Christmas to you and everyone. Darren🎄 9:00

[@MontytheHorse]

I’ve used that lounge a couple of times when using the Sleeper. It is nice.

[@GLovesTrains]

Merry Christmas evil mayo!

[@petechamberstimedrive6967]

Brilliant, was hoping Coventry would get a mention...

[@morganjones2584]

Im doing this exact journey on the 21st Feb in 1st class. just praying to god they don't go on strike cause it is very important as for why I am travelling. Great vid btw

[@sandrabennett6166]

Love the avant train ❤

[@driver288]

Well nice to see you got some snow in contrast to melting runways like last summer…. I have see this in a couple of videos and I must say: your eye color is just amazing! Really cool color.

[@GLovesTrains]

Haha thanks!

[@arnoldspottingvideos5269]

Nice video G and merry christmas 🎄🎁

[@GLovesTrains]

Merry Christmas!

[@briancjohnson]

Avanti not pre-cancelling your train? A TRUE CHRISTMAS MIRACLE. :D

[@ozmac8695]

Gday G. Great video to round off the year. I did the same in September from the same seat Gla-Eus. Easy for the loo. Only difference was I had the full breakfast- twice! Once out of Glasgow then after Crewe they asked if I wanted anything and I said I’d had a breakfast they said well have it again! I did. Great to see snow as I haven’t seen it for yours. Only 37 Celsius on Xmas. day. ☀️ All the Best to you and all your subscribers from Perth Oz. Cheers. 😊

[@GLovesTrains]

Haha 2 meals lucky!! Thanks!

[@dredfell]

When I travelled between Glasgow and London, if I was lucky, my train to Glasgow’s first class ticket would be only a tad bit more expensive; and would always be exited for sitting in that seat too aha! Do miss travelling the West Coast Mainline!

[@AndrewG1989]

I do like the Intercity scarf that you are wearing as it has been so cold. Plus with more further rail strikes happening in January next year. Must be so exciting to ride First Class on a Avanti West Coast Class 390 Pendolino. Merry Christmas G. 😊

[@GLovesTrains]

Merry Christmas Andrew!

[@AndrewG1989]

@@GLovesTrainsYou too 😁

[@MrGrenville]

Great vlog, have a wonderful Christmas

[@GLovesTrains]

Merry Christmas!

[@shaunepearson8336]

Merry Christmas G. 🎅 great videos

[@GLovesTrains]

Merry Christmas Shaune!

[@Dunco3550]

Seemed like a nice peaceful, relaxing trip. Well worth doing if you could afford it 👍

[@joannewelsh6593]

Amazing video, pity the vegan options weren’t as amazing, glad you got to keep your seat xx

[@hermitageroad4713]

enjoyed it happy Christmas G

[@GLovesTrains]

Merry Christmas!

[@stephenpinder9567]

Listen Gloves, you're the best but you somehow keep getting better. Happy Christmas and don't fall down the stirs.

[@GLovesTrains]

Merry Christmas Stephen!

[@georgerutherford24]

Brilliant.In my neck of the woods it's LNER Azuma that offers bargains in first class split fares.For those travelling solo,single seats are on seaside side😀 Service is great, really friendly staff and always good to know there's a reliable bog at journey's end. Edinburgh lounge offers you train views from your 1st floor seat.(no,not the bog)

[@SamsVlogstrainsmore]

Nice vlog G. I’ve ridden Avanti First Class a few times before. They should have a few more vegan options yes and they should make sure the first class lounge at Manchester Piccadilly is open. I can go Manchester direct now as one of the Manchester trains now calls at Rugby. Also I was actually filming a new year’s special on wcml south at Hemel Hempstead when you passed by at speed but sadly I don’t think I have a clip of 390112 lol. Merry Christmas 🎄

[@GLovesTrains]

Haha merry Christmas Sam! Also youre purple now 😂

[@scottmiller1577]

Love Avanti 1st Class. Really enjoyed the experience. Staff were really decent and attentive

[@dennisgoulding6185]

Great video it brings Christmas early seeing all that snow although I am happy to see it rather than walking in it pity about the vegan options but hopefully they will get some more choices, well done and have a great Christmas and New year 👍👍✅✅😀

[@GLovesTrains]

Merry Christmas!!

[@Mathewhilditch]

I have done it a few times it’s amazing. Have a good Christmas 🎄

[@GLovesTrains]

Merry Christmas Mat!

[@MHTrains]

You Should Do London Euston To Glasgow Central The Scenery is Beautiful and The Journey is around 4 hours and 43 minutes.

[@Jimwoodward1212]

I love riding Standard Premium on Avanti West Coast Services from Crewe to Birmingham New Street from time to times

[@Curiousdriving]

Top video

[@Onthemainline]

I must say, out of my own experiences, Avanti definitely has the best first class! A great video as always G! Stay safe and the merriest of Merry Christmas!

[@GLovesTrains]

Merry Christmas on the mainline!

[@SiRhodesDriverTraining]

Happy Xmas G, hope you have a relaxing well earned break.

[@GLovesTrains]

Merry Christmas!

[@fidgetspinner343]

You can't beat 1st Class LNER to London imo. Even better if you can get on the older HST ones with comfy leather seats.

[@DavidWood2]

LNER withdrew all their HSTs in 2019. The only passenger use of HSTs now is by CrossCountry plus the shortened set operations: GWR "Castle Class" between Cardiff and Penzance, also ScotRail. GWR have recently announced their plans to phase out all HST operations by the end of 2023. ScotRail seems keen to move on from the HST also, especially after the poor crashworthiness compared to more modern stock was shown up by the Carmont derailment. CrossCountry makes limited use of their HSTs between Edinburgh and Plymouth. I can't see any of the mainline HST passenger operations lasting much longer.

[@andrewhighriser9531]

Not my usual train viewing but it was fun. Thanks

[@christinehodge3608]

Good video

[@davidlally592]

Mm young Miss G, enjoyed this. Every 2nd year I have a Glasgow Confce. So adv booking and with a Railcard, I go 1st class up Avanti (Euston to Glasgow C) and then back, via Scotrail (std) and then LNER 1st class (so: Glasgow to Edinburgh to Kings X). And with that adv bkng and railcard reduction, I'm fed both ways. (I'm not vegan, tho I do know someone senior in the V Society.) And in some cases, my fares are less than anyone booking later but only std class. And also that way I get a great carriage view on both west and east coasts- esp the east coast. Best wishes..

[@send2gl]

Appreciate your's was First Class but back in 2020 had an hour journey on a Californian Coaster, double decker carriage, panoramic views of Pacific Ocean, wifi, clean. $5.25

[@Alan_Watkin]

what seems crazy to me is the snow in crew when in Shrewsbury we basically naff all

[@evangaines2303]

Awesome video, really helps me get into the Christmas Spirit mood. Love watching you videos G. Merry Christmas. From the State of Indiana, USA Evan A. Gaines

[@GLovesTrains]

Merry Christmas Evan!