And passing through Basingstoke station.

I was always really envious of these, growing up. [We had slam door VEPs until 2005 round our way. (I was never really a fan)]. These 455s are solid as & a pleasure to work. I do realise customers don't necessarily share that view; we love working them though. If only they had toilets though.

PS: They'll have been 2 other 456 units attached the other ends but their identity is lost to history and the fact I was simply walking past, not paying much attention really.

I'm normally a 06:54er from Farnham, 1A16, myself, tbh. There would be a riot if they sent a 5 car at that time. 🤣 We're not normally in the area until the 12 cars come back down. They sent a 4 car one day in December; it was anarchy. 🤣

Thanks for the slice of life incite. 😀

Welcome to the team, Sam. Our customers have certainly hit the jackpot with your knowledge. 😃 Massive congrats! 🥳

Ah, thank you so much; that's a relief. 😀 I wasn't quite sure which one this was, as I only ever saw her from the side. I had a nasty feeling this was 458533 in Wimbledon (pic from Wimbledon last Thursday); every shoe was tied up.

458533 must live still then, too, (haven't seen her since December).