Tuesday 27th June 2023
As you probably all know I work in Exeter and commute there twice a week (as I’m a ‘hybrid’ worker now) via train. I’m used to commuting by train as I did it for several years into various parts of London. As interesting as that journey could be, my current commute through Teignmouth, Dawlish and up the Exe is significantly nicer. Commuting can be a chore, however (as again I think most people know) I’ve a lifelong interest in trains and the rail industry in general which contributes to the overall feeling that my commute is actually quite fun. As Bernard (if he were here) would confirm, having an interest in trains is more than just watching them go past – you need to know exactly where and when to stand, be aware of any delays or changes to the timetable and for that I (and many other rail enthusiasts) use a website called ‘Realtime trains’ which is (for want of a better phrase) a trainspotters bible as it contains all the information you could need in, as the name suggests, real tim...