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Proposals for the Future by the
COTSWOLD LINE PROMOTION GROUP


Contents:
Introduction
What is the CLPG?
Officers.
Activities.
Successes.
The Future.
Membership.
Events
Special Trains
Appraisal
Study Report

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Some uncertainties remain following the break-up of the former British Rail network. A watch must be kept on any developments which could adversely affect the number of people using the line. These could possibly include/result in:

  • the withdrawal of through ticket facilities to all national rail stations over a wide range of price options.
  • the withdrawal of some of the Railcards currently available.
  • the loss of any services which the are not specified in a train operator's Passenger Service Requirement.
  • the closure of some of the more lightly used stations.

The Group would like to see (among others):

  • Much improved infrastructure to allow more flexibility in the operation of trains and to minimise delays.
  • an hourly service throughout the day between London and, at least, Great Malvern, with more trains running through to Hereford.
  • a much improved service for Combe, Finstock, Ascott-under-Wychwood, Shipton and Honeybourne stations.
  • better connections at Worcester and Hereford for Cardiff and South Wales and at Reading for Gatwick Airport.
  • improved and increased car parking at stations.