When heading northbound to London on SWT: Join the train near the ladies toilets for quick access to the tunnel at Clapham Junction.
If you fly with BA always remember to look for the shuttle train to the north terminal, as they depart from there.
Nice view of Cathedral n Castle about 100ft downhil from station. Always sit on left going south, right going north for the best views.
Wait in the middle of the platform. Short trains are liable to stop almost anywhere along the platform.
Take the overground from here to Canada Water Station, if your too lazy to walk all that way for the tube!
A good place to catch a train. Except Sundays, when it is a good place to get a rail replacement bus.
Why not treat yourself to a magazine before going through the barrier? They've got a brilliant selection. Makes a journey that usually has delays enjoyable.
If going to Clapham Junction and changing trains, get on the last carriage and you will be right by the bridge in CJ. If exiting at CJ or Victoria, get on the first carriage to be closest to the exit.
The railway station is the oldest terminus in London, opening in 1836. It was badly damaged in the Blitz, and went through major redevelopment in the 1970s to cope with new levels of traffic.
Need a coffee on your journey? There's a Starbucks on platforms 7&8 and an AMT on the entrance level after you go through the gates.
All trains run to London Bridge if you need to make a connection there.
The station was built in 1874 on the site of the old Bethlem hospital for the mentally ill, which dated back to the 14th century and is the origin of the word ‘bedlam’.
If you're going eastbound on the circle or metroploitan line. It's a goof idea to go further up the platform at rush hour. You're more likely to get on.
Southwark underground station at the end of platforms. Easier to catch jubilee line than walking all the way to Waterloo underground station
The first station opened here in 1863. Now about 2,000 trains pass through each day, making it the busiest station in Europe (but Shinjuku, Tokyo is now the busiest in the world).
This station is a short walk from St Paul's Underground, if you want to continue your journey by tube.
This place is named after a cross put here by Edward I in 1290. He erected 12 crosses in all, each marking where his queen’s body rested overnight, en route from Lincoln to burial at Westminster.
In 1991 an IRA bomb hidden in a bin in Victoria station killed one man and injured 38. This led to the removal of all litter bins from London stations.
You can see if the trains are on the platform by looking through the frosted windows, so no need to run...unless the train is on the platform, of course.
‘Platform 9 and 3/4 ‘ is a site of pilgrimage for fans of Harry Potter, as this is the place of departure for the Hogwarts Express. A luggage trolley ‘disappearing’ through a wall marks the spot.
Now you can go all the way south on the East London line without a change at Dalston. Great for those rainy days.
All tastes are accounted for at Europe’s longest Champagne bar, with up to twenty varieties available by the glass. Read more.
If u want to get a cab anywhere, call a premier. Relatively cheaper. This town is full of expensive cabs though.
Grab a coffee from Costa before going through the ticket barriers.
Euston is London’s oldest intercity railway terminus, opening in 1837 with a connection to Birmingham. The grand old Victorian building was replaced with the modern monstrosity in 1968.
Cafe is now open as a Pumpkin. Don't forget your Bite card for 20% off!
Trains from platform 3 to Waterloo are quicker than platform 2 (well so says train man)
The area takes its name from the church of St.Mary at the Bourne (a variation of Tyburn, a local river). The 18th century Marylebone Gardens were famous for bear-baiting, prize-fighting and duelling.
the small shop on station place sells oyster cards, better than waiting in the queue for the ticket office
‘Paddington Bear’ was written by Michael Bond in 1958. His bear arrived here somehow from ‘deepest, darkest Peru’ and was named after the station. You can find a statue of him near the escalators.
Definitely the best way to get to Heathrow from Central London!
The bagel place inside the station is tasty and has bottomless coffee.
48hr parking (Fri morn to Sat night), right next to entrance, only £13. Pretty good.
If you're trying to get a west bound train from Platform 3 during evening rush hour, don't try and get on via the first two doors as everyone else does and it gets too crowded. Move down the train.
There is a side entrance to station from platform. No need to climb the stairs for exit.
There is a great pizza shop right next to William hill they do personal pizzas for just £1
Always use the Co-Op for water and snacks. Much cheaper than rip-off WH Smith. And they sell beer...
Check the departures screen for your favourite destinations, note the number next to them and walk to the corresponding numbered platform. Your train should arrive there. Eventually.
Trains usually run to Waterloo every half an hour at 23 and 53 minutes past the hour.
Take the train to Euston, pay with Oyster card, reach destination in 20 minutes
Morning Star available at the shop in the station! Under the counter though.
Don't forget the free bus which takes you into town and ferry every 15mins
Each weekend kind volunteers pick up litter outside Winchester station to give visitors a good impression of our city. Please help them out by disposing of your own fag ends & litter. Thank you
The ticket office is open Mon-Sat 5:10-23:00, Sun 7:00-22:55 except Bank Holidays. Self-service machines available at other times.
If you travel lots but not daily - look at carnet tickets - c£70 for 10 singles which you can use any time for 3 months - just write date - no more queueing!
If you are coming from the airport get your ticket from Luton ticket desk in order to avoid queues at station
Despite the doom-laden warning posters, banners and stickers, the escalators are a really good way to get from platform to platform. Give them a go!
Be aware that the station (misleadingly) isn't in the centre of MK. It's a good 10-20 minute walk to the main shopping area
Check out the Vita Burst place at Oxford Station. Good juice and good service.
Dont worry if your late, chances are your train will be too!
East Coast do wireless Internet on all their trains, free of charge. Nifty!
It's faster to book your tickets in advance online and collect from the ticket machines. Especially during school holidays when the queues can often overflow out of the station.
New Costa Coffee just opened outside front of station. Usual Costa fare, but much better than the Upper Crust stuff on offer inside the station!
Have a look at the sign as you come out. One part is pointing up the track and proudly states, "Upcountry"
You can catch a shuttle bus from here to MediaCityUK and Salford Quays - runs every 10 mins Monday to Friday daytimes (every 15 mins Mon-Sat evenings and weekends) Read more.
Try the Hot Dog stand on the main concourse, great Cheesy dogs and the owner is a laugh as well
If completing a circuit on the City bus, prepare to pay £1.00 fare. Walking would be faster and more comfortable.
Catch the Metroshuttle bus numbers 1 and 3 from outside the main station entrance for free travel around the city centre.
Starbucks on the footbridge is far less busy than the one in the main staition - I've spent way too much there
Have a coffee in the costa coffee shop. It's in a lovely old kiosk inside the station.
Direct trains to Manchester and Liverpool every hour, usually from platform 3.
A well-run station generally! Check out the special offers in WH Smith and grab a light lunch at the café.
The cash machines in the station charge £1.75. If you go up the escalator & through the foodcourt, there's a free cash machine on the left
Two good pubs close by - Brunswick (out station turn right, 5 min walk) and Alexandra Hotel. Both worth a visit.
If there's a big queue at the barrier, check the wider one because for some reason people often ignore it!
I recommend the little tea shop over the road called theArtOrganisation.co.uk. council owned, so not exactly slick compared to Starbucks...but Way friendlier! A lovely pot of jasmine tea!
Don't park directly outside, walk with the station to your left to the furthest car park and pay half the rate!
If arriving in the area after (approx) 7pm, then the local public transport is very sparse. Taxi's may be the only option.
The only bin is outside in the smoking area of the pumpkin cafe.
The Great Western Pub, close to station has good atmosphere and good selection of beers.
station is manned until 5 til Saturday, unless I die or oversleep!
Aren't many facilities so if you're coming from another station or town I'd get what you need there.
The main entrance to Waterloo Station is the Victory Arch, a memorial to employees of the London and South Western Railway staff killed in the First World War.
Arrive leaving plenty of time to purchase your ticket or risk missing your train due to only one hatch being open. The very friendly ticket machine saves the day!
Less than an hour to London if you get the HighSpeed Javlin Trains :)
The wifi is stupidly good and free! Mmmmm Coffee + internetz = happy coffee drinker
Great proper Italian restaurant for all your pizza needs. Friendly staff and occasionally a band playing upstairs. Sit there if you can.
After 6-7pm the barriers are lifted, so tickets won't be checked at the station. But occaisionally inspectors will be on the train instead
Lekker chillen in 't Gras van de Buren :-) Gezellige kroeg/restaurant met lekkere hapjes en leuke zitjes.
Fridge stacked high with endless bottles of very nice prosecco! :) Other than that, pretty average. Nasty sandwiches and annoying wifi login process.
What a dump! If they give you a hard time getting in (they weren't sure if BA silver counted as One World silver..), don't bother.
Extensive breakfast menu served late into the day inside an old train car. Cool interior.
Fantastic cocktail menu.. can recommend the Long Island Ice Tea, Mai Tai & Margarita. Shop is filled with really cool & unique merchandise (a la Colette in Paris).
Cute, eclectic environment with nice views. Helpful staff. Recommend the Chicken Caesar Salad.
Pick a spot on the south side of Sunkisses for views of the gay beach (Fondaco Parrino) just to the south. Great if you didn't bring an umbrella (Fondaco has none for rental).
Gay beach is just to the south of Sunkisses Lido - park here. Bring an umbrella as Fondaco doesn't have any for rental.
Best sock selection ever! And they are very good quality. I have many pairs that are several years old and no holes or loss of elasticity.
Best historical attraction in London. Never get tired of visiting this wonderful place. Definitely tag along for one of the guided tours.
Always double-check your bill, especially if you have moved between areas of the club on the same tab.
Although there are 3 windows, there's never more than 1 worker. Anytime of day, expect a long, dreary wait.
I've never had to queue for more than 5 minutes at the coatcheck.. The bar is the nightmare! Have been several times when they've literally ran out of everything .. tonic, bottled water. Fix this!
Love this place. Vietnamese crispy pork belly sandwich is a must. Sandwich of the year! :)
The Chicken Cordon Bleu is amazing! Great oysters, too. Warm space with a fantastic atmosphere & friendly staff.
Excellent food. Menu seems simple but each dish is delicious. Oysters & mussels great, spaghetti w/clams fantastic, as was the risotto del mare and house wine. Friendly staff. Highly recommended.
Nice hotel. Great location. And good value for the money.. But worst Wi-Fi experience I have ever had. Rarely works in the room and slow in the lobby.
