TPEx franchise has a big problem with over crowding. Especially on the Leeds/Huddersfield section that we have most experience of. Even at mid day the train arrived to see a large number of passengers wanting to board. Fortunately our ticket was for 1st class and we had seats which is novel on this route. TPEx first class travel is hardly 3 stars never mind 5. Positive point the guard did throw out the interloper and did come back to make sure he didn't sneak back in. Negatives? On the 42 mile journey the complimentary drinks never materialised and in fact when the trolley did appear, just outside York, we were totally blanked by the staff member even though we were the first row of seats in the compartment. Walked straight passed us to serve others who had already had refreshments. 0/10 for that then.

And will the couple who were on board cease from the lady putting her shoeless feet in the lap of her husband sat opposite for a quick foot massage! Very off putting to grumpy old men like us.

As a first class experience its only saving grace was the fact a seat was available....it has very little else to offer............6/10... would have made 7 if we got that coffee.

Running mileage total now 49 miles.