Today we had a pleasant day out in Haltwhistle, following the walk on the Northern website here. On the way, we had to change at Newcastle and wait for 59 minutes for the Carlisle train (so looking forward to the May timetable change when the Newcastle “missed connection” will be rectified). But on the way back it was a direct train with no change required. All 3 trains were Class 158s though the return train had not been renovated and had no wifi or on-board CIS. Except that the on-board CIS suddenly sprang in to life at Newcastle! Perhaps it was a crew change and the new team were happy to switch the button on, or perhaps the CIS is not yet pre-programmed for every route. Nevertheless, a great day out, enjoying the rare Easter bank holiday sunshine, with the walk highly recommended.
