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« on: May 15, 2026, 18:57:25 »

From the BBC» (British Broadcasting Corporation - home page):

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Taking train to wedding made it special, says bride

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Bethan Seddon was given a special train ticket to mark the day - Image © Transport for Wales

A bride who travelled to her wedding ceremony by train said it made the day even more memorable.

Bethan Seddon, a regular user of the Coryton line in Cardiff, got to the altar on time by taking a South Wales Metro train to Penarth Pier Pavilion. She and her now-husband Chris had used the line throughout their relationship and wanted to make it part of their big day. "I know our guests were surprised when they heard the plan but Transport for Wales really made it special," Seddon said.

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Fellow passengers and TfW (Transport for Wales) staff congratulated her on the journey - Image © Transport for Wales

The bridal party boarded at Birchgrove and were surrounded by congratulatory passengers. Transport for Wales (TfW) staff - or as the groom dubbed them, "Transport for Veils" - were also on hand to celebrate. "The bridal party had the best time - and it got me to the ceremony right on time," Seddon added.

Marie Daly, from TfW, congratulated the couple and said the team was "delighted" to have played a part in their journey. "We're really pleased Bethan and Chris chose to make the South Wales Metro part of their wedding day," she added.

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William Huskisson MP (Member of Parliament, or Mile Post (a method of measuring the railway in miles and chains from a starting point - usually London), depending on context) was the first person to be killed by a train while crossing the tracks, in 1830.  Many more have died in the same way since then.  Don't take a chance: Stop, Look, Listen.

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« Reply #1 on: May 17, 2026, 22:15:52 »

I can't (well, I can, but I shouldn't Roll Eyes ) 'like' my own posts - but I do think this topic is worthy of wider coverage.

With my congratulations and best wishes to Bethan and Chris. Wink Cheesy Grin

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William Huskisson MP (Member of Parliament, or Mile Post (a method of measuring the railway in miles and chains from a starting point - usually London), depending on context) was the first person to be killed by a train while crossing the tracks, in 1830.  Many more have died in the same way since then.  Don't take a chance: Stop, Look, Listen.

"Level crossings are safe, unless they are used in an unsafe manner."  Discuss.
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