I Spend The Night On A Sleeper Train - The Night Riviera

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  • @t.lstriker3795
    @t.lstriker3795 2 роки тому +35

    Scotland sleeper would be good to see . One thing , was that top bunk wider than the bottom one

  • @johnwelch5132
    @johnwelch5132 Рік тому +15

    Whenever James Bond took an overnight sleeper Tain he ended up having a very violent fight in the Room. Glad that didn’t happen. Thanks as always for yet another great vid 😊 Always enjoy watching.

  • @nukathecat4319
    @nukathecat4319 2 роки тому +14

    Penzance is my home town. I'd love to see a seaside review of it, from you. Great video as always 👍

    • @WalkWithMeTim
      @WalkWithMeTim  2 роки тому +2

      yes didn't have time this time around plus rather was a bit rubbish

  • @trixie9777
    @trixie9777 6 місяців тому +6

    I just found Tim & am going back to previous videos. I see this was pre “____ # of people can fit in this shower!” 😂😂😂

  • @christinagreaves7932
    @christinagreaves7932 2 роки тому +32

    Just wanna say tim , ive had worring times latley and going on youre trips with you has cheered me right up , thankyou 😊

    • @thornbird6768
      @thornbird6768 2 роки тому +10

      Me too Christina 😢 I love to watch Tim on his travels .

    • @AlisonBryen
      @AlisonBryen 2 роки тому +5

      Same. Life has been hard for me too recently, but these types of channels help me to unwind and put the world behind me. Atomic Shrimp is another favourite channel of mine.

    • @WalkWithMeTim
      @WalkWithMeTim  2 роки тому +12

      Hope you are ok

    • @sarahcarter9061
      @sarahcarter9061 2 роки тому +5

      I've just discovered his channel too and I agree that it is ideal distraction.

    • @residentelect
      @residentelect Рік тому +3

      ​@@sarahcarter9061
      Yeah, I'm similarly finding life a challenge, just as you and the guys posting above are, Sarah.
      I have terrible insomnia due to one reason or another, and although the "sleep hygiene" advice is to not watch screens, I actually find watching a channel like Tim's genuinely helps me relax. Not sleeping is bad enough, but to then start to feel anxious _because_ you can't sleep is a viscous circle, so having something like Tim's travels to concentrate on really does help me mentally, which in turn makes me feel better physically.
      I hope you, the OP, and everyone replying, finds the strength to keep on pushing through all of the pain, anxiety, uncertainty and frustration, and emerge the other side able to live your best lives, because all of you deserve it so much.
      All the best from a wide awake Yorkshireman!

  • @themintleaf1778
    @themintleaf1778 Рік тому +13

    In East Africa we had East African Railways which was first class luxury. I have not found trains or service that good anywhere in the world so far. We used to travel first class two days to reach the coast. We looked forward to train ride rather than destinations. First class service was superb. Beddings were spotless, dining cars were luxurious. The smell of food was intoxicating throughout the first class. Food was delicious quality food. Tea service was pure silver, china and silver cutlery. The staff wore proper uniforms. I guess those days are gone and cannot find it anymore. Now the Chinese built speed trains replaced those luxury trains and the journey is cut short so no overnight journeys. It is like riding in a bus.

    • @sarahhayhurst9944
      @sarahhayhurst9944 3 місяці тому +2

      I remember the sleeper train from Nairobi to Mombasa and it was amazing. It was a never-to-be-forgotten experience. I was only a little girl at the time, so I had a child's perspective but it seemed luxurious to me and it was definitely exciting. I don't know if the service still runs - maybe you could look into it, Tim.

  • @davidturner2741
    @davidturner2741 2 роки тому +5

    It is something you should do once in your life, its a classic.

  • @danpanther
    @danpanther 5 місяців тому +3

    The old first class trolley service photo. That’s what first class used to be - actual service. Now it’s just austere waiting rooms and a coffee machine!!

  • @tanya2448
    @tanya2448 2 роки тому +63

    Please do the Scotland train. It is refreshing to see a train review from a non train person, who still present it professionally,

  • @reggie811
    @reggie811 2 роки тому +3

    Very interesting video! catching up whilst the house is quiet lol!

  • @liveroom4235
    @liveroom4235 2 роки тому +9

    £55 add on for the sleeper is a bargain given you get snacks and breakfast which is worth at least £20. Great idea for a trip some day.

  • @alexbmwfan342
    @alexbmwfan342 Рік тому +2

    Welcome to my hometown of reading, Tim.

    • @alexbmwfan342
      @alexbmwfan342 Рік тому +1

      You might of passed by my house who knows

    • @alexbmwfan342
      @alexbmwfan342 Рік тому +1

      Because my house is next to a track behind a small woods

  • @benmiller.
    @benmiller. 2 роки тому +7

    Would love to have the opportunity to go on this! Great video as usual

  • @TykitFleine
    @TykitFleine Рік тому +4

    Thank you for skipping over the slurping / chewing sounds, little details like that are really appreciated 💙💙

  • @BELTED007
    @BELTED007 3 місяці тому +1

    Gees that was actually a great value experience Timbo.

  • @gillianwatkins943
    @gillianwatkins943 2 роки тому +2

    The corridor is so narrow, love the vid.

  • @keith7050
    @keith7050 2 роки тому +3

    Paul Lucas and Noel Phillips have competition now, you should do more like this

  • @AbandonedLandscapes
    @AbandonedLandscapes 2 роки тому +1

    Another great video Tim thank you for sharing 👍

  • @PostcardAndAPint
    @PostcardAndAPint 2 роки тому +1

    Oo we’ve always fancied an overnight train. Cool to see where queen Victoria waited. That was one narrow bed. Oh no changing cabins in the middle of the night!! We enjoyed this experience, I think we would like to do this too. Cheers for showing us around. 🍻

  • @jillcox6685
    @jillcox6685 Рік тому +1

    I often took the train when my daughter lived in Cornwall. Always a pleasure to do so!

  • @Ricky33HD
    @Ricky33HD 2 роки тому +3

    What a brilliant video , never even knew this was a thing , so thank you for this 👍🏽

  • @sarahcarter9061
    @sarahcarter9061 2 роки тому +2

    The London Riviera sleeper train is top of my bucket list

  • @FraserAtSea
    @FraserAtSea 2 роки тому +2

    Ah, I'm going to be vlogging this train next year - this was so good to see here. It looks like a great product actually - thanks for sharing!

  • @EmmaKelly74159
    @EmmaKelly74159 2 роки тому +1

    Brilliant, thank you so much, I enjoyed every minute. 😘

  • @walthamwalker
    @walthamwalker 2 роки тому +2

    Well Tim it beats Pontins You should be able to claim money back for the problems with the cabin Looking forward to your Scotland trip 👍👍👍👍

  • @fredbear72ify
    @fredbear72ify 2 роки тому +2

    Looks great except the narrow bed certainly an experience.

  • @Trektrendy
    @Trektrendy 2 роки тому +2

    Fantastic video mate, having done this myself I’m totally with you about the narrow bed. You should get yourself on the double bedded Caledonian sleeper to Inverness, naturally haggis needs to be on the menu 😅

  • @deb-1558
    @deb-1558 2 роки тому +2

    Nice little room 🥰

  • @michaeldowd8422
    @michaeldowd8422 2 роки тому +18

    As a person whose put on a few pounds over the years, I would worry I'd get stuck trying to walk down that trains corridor ☺️

  • @pinkcarnation231
    @pinkcarnation231 3 дні тому

    Tim, I am a newer subscriber, and have been catching up on your videos; I've probably watched three or four dozen at this point. I just wanted to say that in watching all of those videos, it has become clear how much work you put into them, how carefully you think out the process of each video, not to mention the extra time and effort you put into brief camera shots! (I worry sometimes when you do a 'let's go" bit and go through a door into a busy place and worry that someone might grab your camera!) . You must really love what you do, because it's also clear that you spend alot of solitary and often stressful time traveling and putting these visits together. I just discovered Gaby's channel, and think you are a great team! Thank you for taking me to so many places that I would never see otherwise!

  • @mikebailey7344
    @mikebailey7344 2 роки тому +2

    I did the Caledonian sleeper train in Scotland a few years back . It's brilliant

  • @pennyblackstamp
    @pennyblackstamp 2 роки тому +13

    How exciting Tim just like James Bond without villains! You do such brilliant things on your channel you'd think first class would be without issues but the room looks amazing. I hope the lad in the photo got a share in any left over cakes. Thanks 👍

  • @kkrispy2009P
    @kkrispy2009P 2 роки тому +1

    I'll have to catch up tim I'm on lates looks amazing

  • @DeanoEssex
    @DeanoEssex 2 роки тому +2

    Gloria Hunniford & Judith Charmers eat your hearts out 🙂 Nice one Tim 🙂 BTW Are there any double sleeper rooms?

  • @EK.shortsentertainment
    @EK.shortsentertainment 2 роки тому +6

    Yassssss!! Trains are my favourite thing on earth, I'm a total nerd for them. You are living my absolute dream!!!! (My first date with my fiancé was in the National Railway Museum in York 🤣)

  • @robmoore2780
    @robmoore2780 2 роки тому +3

    The mirror in that first class shower looked like it had been cleaned with a piece of ham. 🤣😂

  • @jimmyscott9990
    @jimmyscott9990 2 роки тому +2

    I have fancied the scottish sleeper for a while, the scenery is supposed to be unbelievable, I feel like falling asleep whilst having the movement of the train will be relaxing, great vid

    • @KempSimon
      @KempSimon 2 роки тому +1

      The new Spanish-built Mark 5 carriages used by Serco Group plc for its Anglo-Scottish "Caledonian Sleeper" services have tiny wheels and inside-frame bogies, which give a lousy ride. In the "Club Rooms" (ie en-suite cabins with toilet and shower) waste water sloshes around in the underfloor retention tanks. There's very little room to store bulky items of luggage in the Classic or Club cabins because the washbasin isn't covered by a hinged lid and there's no shelf above the window. Yes, the Scottish scenery is fantastic on all of the three "Highlander" routes (Aberdeen, Inverness and Fort William) but you only get to see it in high Summer because (of course) you're travelling overnight. Personally I believe that Great Western Railway's Standard-class "Night Riviera" Sleeper is a superior product at a cheaper price, but you need to try both to make a valid comparison,

  • @bexhil7
    @bexhil7 2 роки тому +2

    Another great & fantastic video of I Spend The Night On A UK Sleeper Train - The Night Riviera i have been to Penzance Auntie lived there!.❤❤🧡🧡💛💛💚💚💙💙💜💜🤎🤎🖤🖤

  • @christinehodge3608
    @christinehodge3608 2 роки тому +2

    Yes it would be nice to see the Scottish video, liked this video very much

  • @isabelstokes4042
    @isabelstokes4042 Рік тому +1

    This makes me want to take a tour around all the beautiful stations in London. The architecture looks amazing!

  • @suemarshall6185
    @suemarshall6185 2 роки тому +4

    I can fly from Manchester to Newquay for £40 now with Flybe.
    Makes the train look very expensive

  • @jmarshal
    @jmarshal 2 роки тому +2

    That cabin was about the size of one of the hotel rooms I stayed in while I was in Japan!

  • @MargaretUK
    @MargaretUK 2 роки тому +2

    That was great, thanks Tim, and what a fab station Paddington is. Yes please for more sleeper train videos, hopefully with everything working next time 👍

  • @waynep613
    @waynep613 2 роки тому +21

    A really good well put together review, most people won’t appreciate the time and effort that goes in to editing something like this but I do! Looking forward to the Scotland sleeper review!

  • @SamsVlogstrainsmore
    @SamsVlogstrainsmore 2 роки тому +1

    Nice video Tim. I would love to do this sleeper train one day! Shame about the issues you mentioned. Thanks for sharing your honest review.

  • @UrAvrgYoutubeWatcher
    @UrAvrgYoutubeWatcher 2 роки тому +2

    Love that everything is complementary when you pay for first class lounge 😉

    • @WalkWithMeTim
      @WalkWithMeTim  2 роки тому

      yes me too .. wanted to take some with me lol

  • @andymullaney1594
    @andymullaney1594 2 роки тому +1

    Looking forward to this one ,love trains,my late father was a train driver,never been on a sleeper train ,so can't wait🤗

  • @Nerdchacho
    @Nerdchacho 2 роки тому +2

    Tell ya what though, Tim.. this is still better than some of the hotels you have been in.. haha

  • @lewisgrant7622
    @lewisgrant7622 Рік тому +1

    These train stations are like something straight out of a movie for how big they are

  • @johnwebster2157
    @johnwebster2157 2 роки тому +4

    Excellent Tim yes I would sample experience 👍

  • @ELITEDEMON991
    @ELITEDEMON991 2 роки тому +2

    Always good to experience new things, thanks for sharing Tim 😎

  • @PrincessNottingham
    @PrincessNottingham Рік тому +2

    This train is loads better than the Caledonia sleeper. 👍

  • @KatMarBax
    @KatMarBax 2 роки тому +2

    I’ve always wanted to go on a sleeper train, I hope I get to experience it one day

  • @MetalFan10101
    @MetalFan10101 2 роки тому +2

    7:18 Very dangerous game indeed!

  • @lindaredmond6779
    @lindaredmond6779 2 роки тому +3

    Really enjoyed sharing your experience Tim. Always wondered what it was like. I'd love to see the Scotland sleeper..Always sounds so lovely x

  • @maxinew4703
    @maxinew4703 2 роки тому +2

    Done that journey many times when spending a nice week in London. May of got merry a few times lol x

  • @marieryan2541
    @marieryan2541 2 роки тому +9

    Hi Tim I like your Riviera train trip as for me I'd rather travel during the day down to Cornwall same destination though. Yes do the overnight to Scotland it will be interesting.

    • @WalkWithMeTim
      @WalkWithMeTim  2 роки тому +1

      It's very expensive but you get a double bed lol

  • @traceybeerling4776
    @traceybeerling4776 2 роки тому +2

    Hi Tim I'd love to try a sleeper train looks lovely in 1st class . Yes I'd like to see another trip I love this sort of thing. Thanks for sharing with. Love to you as always Tracey 💕 xxxx

  • @garysanders8090
    @garysanders8090 2 роки тому +1

    Another really good video Tim. Keep up the good and varied content. Nice one!

  • @spiritofthetime
    @spiritofthetime 2 роки тому +4

    The ghosts of British Rail still stalk the corridors of the Night Riviera 👻👻👻

  • @Jim77463
    @Jim77463 2 роки тому +2

    Wow 👌wish we had trains like that in Ireland

  • @TheFoxyb
    @TheFoxyb 2 роки тому +1

    Definitely on my bucket list this one!

  • @treinenliefde
    @treinenliefde 2 роки тому +8

    Like you say, 185 pounds isnt bad. Looks like a really nice train. We're finally seeing some new night train carriages in Europa so hopefully the quality will be similar to what's over in the UK.

    • @jackiesmithsmetaldetecting
      @jackiesmithsmetaldetecting 2 роки тому +1

      It costs me £100 fro Liverpool to scarborough on the pennine express to my mums

    • @robertp.wainman4094
      @robertp.wainman4094 Рік тому +1

      ​@@jackiesmithsmetaldetecting You know TPE stands for Terrible Passenger Experience!

  • @ChuckleHoneybear
    @ChuckleHoneybear Рік тому +1

    Please visit more sleeper trains!

  • @markgreen933
    @markgreen933 2 роки тому +1

    Always enjoy seeing you have uploaded a video when I get in from work Tim.
    Love your videos, they are so informative.
    Keep up the great work.👍

  • @lexyoutube5146
    @lexyoutube5146 2 роки тому +2

    4.58 - It's hardly big enough to change your mind in, lol! Joking aside Tim, having access to the refreshments, spending time in the 1st class lounge which has character and then boarding the sleeper train for some overnight travel does make for a nice experience.

  • @samhenwood5746
    @samhenwood5746 2 роки тому +1

    I’ve always fancied doing this & it’s on my bucket list 🤗Thanks Tim 😀👍

  • @dorisacker6292
    @dorisacker6292 2 роки тому +2

    Wow! Looks "posh!" Better than most hotels I have seen you record from. I would love to try this if I ever get to UK.

    • @WalkWithMeTim
      @WalkWithMeTim  2 роки тому +1

      Yes I didn't check the pillows on this one lol

  • @barrycoppock
    @barrycoppock 2 роки тому +36

    Many years since I did sleepers to Penzance and Scotland, so was very interesting to see what the current day offers. Would be great to see a comparison with the East Coast sleeper. The advantage of using the sleeper is that by travelling overnight you gain a day at your destination outward and a further day before you return.

    • @xr6lad
      @xr6lad 2 роки тому +3

      And be out of your bed at 7.30 with luggage…. Yea no.

    • @WalkWithMeTim
      @WalkWithMeTim  2 роки тому +2

      Good idea barry

    • @TidyRC
      @TidyRC Рік тому

      Correct!! Someone who gets it. 👊🏼

  • @yvonneatkins7386
    @yvonneatkins7386 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks Tim I found this video very interesting and looked so good look forward to the next Yvonne 😊

  • @revette007
    @revette007 2 роки тому +1

    Awesome! Looking forward to this one!

  • @dolaghosh8244
    @dolaghosh8244 2 роки тому +1

    Superb 👏👏thanks for sharing Tim👍👍

    • @WalkWithMeTim
      @WalkWithMeTim  2 роки тому

      Glad you enjoyed it Dola, Thanks for watching

  • @TardisMarch
    @TardisMarch 2 роки тому +2

    Excellent video Tim. I think the price for what you get is absolutely brilliant. all the best buddy 😊

  • @vixthatchick4228
    @vixthatchick4228 2 роки тому +2

    Looks really nice this fairplay, deserve a bit of luxury 😊 thank you Tim

  • @stevenjones19-m8i
    @stevenjones19-m8i 2 роки тому +1

    Hello Tim,what a awesome video,the bed looked narrow but it seemed comfortable,you should do more of these videos.

  • @psrpippy
    @psrpippy Рік тому +2

    You should have gone in the top bunk because it’s wider. Great review though, I’ve been planning to take a trip on the night riviera.

  • @rossbatchelor4634
    @rossbatchelor4634 2 роки тому +2

    Great Vid Tim something different and interesting

  • @johnbarnes888
    @johnbarnes888 2 роки тому +1

    In my opinion, train is the best way to travel. That bed looked like a comfortable version of a caravan bed where you have to sleep on your side! Beautiful lounge at the station though. Love those leather chairs.

  • @melissaphillips3088
    @melissaphillips3088 2 роки тому +1

    This will be good . Can’t wait Tim!!😀

  • @hazelmanship7516
    @hazelmanship7516 2 роки тому +1

    Loved this,different to see sleeper train, looked comfy for one night, 😀

  • @WALK_AND_TREK
    @WALK_AND_TREK 2 роки тому +1

    It was the best video I saw, thank you my good friend❤❤

  • @jessiesworld3836
    @jessiesworld3836 2 роки тому +2

    Loving this video so far, Tim

  • @johnconnick3796
    @johnconnick3796 2 роки тому +1

    Can't wait for this 👍👍👍

  • @markrutter5996
    @markrutter5996 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks for the review Tim as we were looking to book this. Looks cool and probably easier than driving 7 hours from Norfolk. . . . Cheers.

  • @kaysie11dh
    @kaysie11dh 2 роки тому +1

    It most certainly should be complimentary for that price!

  • @Hammertime054
    @Hammertime054 2 роки тому +1

    Well this was a different one Tim, absolutely bloody brilliant 👍👍👍👍👍😎

  • @theabandonedhunter3604
    @theabandonedhunter3604 2 роки тому +1

    I thought that was a wicked video Tim, I really enjoyed that and very informative. Would love another one of those videos. 👍

  • @Subrizer1
    @Subrizer1 Рік тому +1

    Absolutely love your videos and this one was really interesting to watch. The Scotland sleeper train would be a must-watch for sure!

  • @nathanwotton5995
    @nathanwotton5995 2 роки тому +17

    What a lovely experience Tim. It looks amazing when you stay over night on a train 🚆

    • @WalkWithMeTim
      @WalkWithMeTim  2 роки тому

      Absolutely

    • @KempSimon
      @KempSimon 2 роки тому

      The beautifully-refurbished Mark 3 Sleeper coaches on GWR's "Night Riviera" - plus the cheap ticket prices and excellent sustomer service - really puts Caledonian Sleeper's Anglo-Scottish overnight trains to shame!

  • @CraftyWitch1990
    @CraftyWitch1990 2 роки тому +3

    It looks lovely but the best in my opinion will always be the Caledonian sleeper from Glasgow to London or vice versa. So comfy!

  • @hazelmanship7516
    @hazelmanship7516 2 роки тому +1

    That looks really good, I'll be watching 👀

  • @basbeestKT
    @basbeestKT 2 роки тому +4

    Nice review and please do the Caledonian Sleeper as well. And possibly the Belmond Royal Scotsman (but you might want to get a sponsor for that XD )

  • @redcoatryan3079
    @redcoatryan3079 Рік тому +1

    I remember seeing a TV documentary about Paddington Station and this got mentioned. It look quite cool at first sleeping on a train.

  • @LifeofMorag
    @LifeofMorag 2 роки тому +1

    I was so excited to see this video. I used to work on the railway in London and regularly take the sleeper service from London Euston to Aberdeen (which you should definitely try and do). It was good to see a travel perspective rather than a train lover perspective. the Caledonian sleeper service has been quite recently upgraded too!
    I have also been on overnight trains in Thailand, Vietnam and Russia! it is one of my favourite ways to travel.

  • @stevenmccolm1531
    @stevenmccolm1531 2 роки тому +1

    Great video, I think that the Scottish Rail sleepers have their own showers and toilets in the rooms plus you can get cooked meals as well.

  • @gilly0264
    @gilly0264 2 роки тому +1

    Hi Tim i really enjoyed this vlog. I was pleasantly surprised how much it cost as i thought would be much more.
    Nice clean modern room though small as you said & nice bar looked comfy.
    I love Cornwall & always put off by the rotten car journey. Great for a long weekend get away. Given me food for thought thx again👍

  • @simonchilli2088
    @simonchilli2088 2 роки тому +2

    I thought it would have been about £500!! Worth doing for the experience alone.

  • @ChrisA93
    @ChrisA93 2 роки тому +1

    Tim another great video. Lovely train bed is tiny especially if your more on the larger side like me lol. Loved this new type of video.

  • @Chrystalox
    @Chrystalox 2 роки тому +1

    Looks amazing , I just think beds look tiny , I'd definitely fall out of that thing lol 😆

  • @aidanthefreerunner
    @aidanthefreerunner 2 роки тому +1

    Mate this looks cool love your videos walk with me family are behind you!!!