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« on: July 26, 2019, 10:10:15 »
https://www.gwr.com/destinations-and-events/festivals-and-events/pride-with-gwr

Tomorrow - Weston-super-mare and Weymouth
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« Reply #1 on: July 26, 2019, 15:31:43 »
Graham, I suspect you’ve posted this to provoke a response, so I’ll take the bait.

I am at a loss to understand why GWR▸ (Great Western Railway) is so obsessed with Pride.  What Pride represents is of no relevance to GWR as a train operator.  I presume First operate bus services in some of these towns and cities, and that these will be seriously disrupted while people in fancy dress and garish makeup etc block the streets.

I suggest it would be more constructive to support, say the Samaritans.  If publicity for them saved even one life (and one day’s disruption to passengers) it would be worthwhile.  How about naming an IET▸ (Intercity Express Train) “The Samaritans – always there to listen”?
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« Reply #2 on: July 26, 2019, 15:44:20 »
Quote from: Gordon the Blue Engine on July 26, 2019, 15:31:43
Graham, I suspect you’ve posted this to provoke a response, so I’ll take the bait.

I am at a loss to understand why GWR▸ (Great Western Railway) is so obsessed with Pride.  What Pride represents is of no relevance to GWR as a train operator.  I presume First operate bus services in some of these towns and cities, and that these will be seriously disrupted while people in fancy dress and garish makeup etc block the streets.

I have posted as an information piece;  some may wish to attend, others to avoid because of the traffic chaos, busier trains, etc.   Always hard to know which special events to add.  Probably should add Womad, Bristol balloons, etc.

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I suggest it would be more constructive to support, say the Samaritans.  If publicity for them saved even one life (and one day’s disruption to passengers) it would be worthwhile.  How about naming an IET▸ (Intercity Express Train) “The Samaritans – always there to listen”?

I don't think it's an "either / or". Both could be done; both should be individually considered.  I would ask for expert advise before recommending any sort of Samaritains parade - action for Cancer , yes YES - informing the public - by all means.  Always that fear (in my uninformed mind) that publicity could give people ideas.
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« Reply #3 on: July 26, 2019, 16:01:16 »
Quote from: Gordon the Blue Engine on July 26, 2019, 15:31:43
Graham, I suspect you’ve posted this to provoke a response, so I’ll take the bait.

I am at a loss to understand why GWR▸ (Great Western Railway) is so obsessed with Pride.  What Pride represents is of no relevance to GWR as a train operator.  I presume First operate bus services in some of these towns and cities, and that these will be seriously disrupted while people in fancy dress and garish makeup etc block the streets.

I suggest it would be more constructive to support, say the Samaritans.  If publicity for them saved even one life (and one day’s disruption to passengers) it would be worthwhile.  How about naming an IET▸ (Intercity Express Train) “The Samaritans – always there to listen”?


Can we expect the same response when Somerset Carnivals 'block the streets' with folk in 'fancy dress and garish makeup etc'? which also disrupts First Buses in the towns that hold Carnivals.

Or indeed for any event GWR/First advertise that has the potential to cause disruption?

Come to think of it, if the intolerant moan is only about the disruption then there's really no need to bring up how participants will or will not be dressed.

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« Reply #4 on: July 26, 2019, 17:56:17 »
Quote from: bignosemac on July 26, 2019, 16:01:16
Quote from: Gordon the Blue Engine on July 26, 2019, 15:31:43
Graham, I suspect you’ve posted this to provoke a response, so I’ll take the bait.



Can we expect the same response when Somerset Carnivals 'block the streets' with folk in 'fancy dress and garish makeup etc'? which also disrupts First Buses in the towns that hold Carnivals.



Having had a few nights out in Taunton, fancy dress and garish makeup* seem de rigeur most weekends, no need for a carnival!

(*and not just amongst the ladies!)  Wink
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« Reply #5 on: July 26, 2019, 18:20:55 »
You've seen me out in Taunton then TG? Tongue

Actually. One Saturday in 1994 I took to town dressed as Dr Frank-N-Furter from the Rocky Horror Show. The heels were a nightmare.

I believe an ex-girlfriend has the photographic evidence. As far as I'm aware the pics haven't been digitised.



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« Reply #6 on: July 26, 2019, 18:29:10 »
Quote from: bignosemac on July 26, 2019, 18:20:55
You've seen me out in Taunton then TG? Tongue

Actually. One Saturday in 1994 I took to town dressed as Dr Frank-N-Furter from the Rocky Horror Show. The heels were a nightmare.

I believe an ex-girlfriend has the photographic evidence. As far as I'm aware the pics haven't been digitised.


For which many thanks !..


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