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GWR First Class: It's Better Than You Think It Is

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I travelled with Great Western Railway (GWR) in First Class on their longest route from Penzance to London to find out how they compare against other first class trains in the UK. In this trip review, I discovered that all the hate it gets isn't justified and it's much better than you think it is, but could still make some improvements.

This is the latest episode in a series of videos where I'll be reviewing EVERY First Class train in the UK on their longest routes. Watch the full playlist below and subscribe so you don't miss each episode as it drops.

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JOURNEY DETAILS:
Route: Penzance to London Paddington
Date: 24th May 2024
Departs: 1020
Arrives: 1527
Cost: This series was filmed using an All Lines Rover ticket which allows unlimited* travel on any train in Britain for 7 or 14 days. Standard class and First Class tickets are available. First Class tickets also allow you access to First Class lounges.
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CHAPTERS
0:00 GWR in First Class
0:47 Boarding GWR
2:15 GWR First Class Seat Tour
4:42 GWR Route Map
5:27 GWR Complimentary Food and Drink
7:28 GWR Loo Review
8:10 Another free drink
9:29 Dawlish
9:59 More snacks
11:20 How much does GWR First Class cost?
14:48 GWR Final Thoughts

20 Comments

@TravelSoGood Creator 2 years ago Pinned

Sorry about the shaky video at the start of the episode - my camera's stabiliser had somehow been switched off and I didn't notice. Oops!

@RorysTravels 2 years ago

Loving all of these videos, definitely a really good insight into all the different first class options in the UK. It has even made me book a little tour covering LNER, Avanti and TransPennine for myself! Travelled on GWR today from Exeter and totally agree with you on your conclusion that it was pretty good. Thank you for making these amazing videos and I look forward to the next one!!!

@SociaCin 2 years ago

So many refreshments, so little time!

@noaha9464 1 year ago

Really appreciate you and your video - very informative xx

@hiramcenteno9420 2 years ago

Great review, thank you!

@AmyWhiles1 2 years ago

The algorithm suggested your content and I have to say that I was not disappointed. Keep it up can’t wait to see more

@gillianessien7417 9 months ago (edited)

So many snacks! Thanks for the video. Hoping to do first class on GWR with my (well behaved and well travelled) kids.

@Roblilley999 2 years ago

Just been recommended your videos. Loving the first class ones

@outwithem 1 year ago

I'm a new subscriber, and im loving your channel! Fantastic content! Looking forward to seeing more of your adventures.

I need to get some more railway videos done!

@EdwardConnors 7 months ago

great vid! I bid on a few upgrades for next week

@WhaddonRoad4life 1 year ago

New to your channel. This has inspired me to buy a 1st class 3 day rail pass while I’m back in the uk and make the most of it.

@alastairjamieson1192 2 years ago

Interesting video, well done. Though you got lucky with the sandwiches … I’m a very regular Truro-Paddington traveller and I don’t think I’ve seen the sandwiches offered on more than one or two occasions in years. At weekends it’s just tea and a biscuit. Very poor compared to LNER and at much higher prices. The service is also variable - some excellent crews, like you experienced here, but more often just terrible ones.

On the plus side I’m one of the few people that likes the seats and the Hitachi trains. I think they’re comfortable, bright and the power outlets normally work.

@luketrainspotteryt2007 2 years ago

Great review!
I grew up in Cornwall and use GWR daily.
I do find there 1st to be okay for snacks etc.. but for penzance pad it can be deceiving! Comfort seems to variate, based off the springs in the seat and how soft they're..
Also lovely to see you was looked after by the host I know who that is as I know most by name he's really nice and glad your journey looked like fun! 😊😊

@timmarsh4029 4 months ago

This is such a good video

@VerbalKint74 1 year ago

Another excellent video. GWR seems better than most though that's not saying a lot. UK trains are terribly expensive for what's on offer. If you can get split/advance tickets much cheaper, it's obviously the way to go.