Yep - just received an email confirming that's the case. The costs are not made clear up-front. I would have expected to be able to cancel with a click, but no, you have to downloaded a form I and send to them in Switzerland - or mercifully there is an email address. Feel like a right scam. Very disappointed than National Rail should have anything to do with such a dubious outfit.
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bakerstreet
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If it makes you feel any reassurance you will be able to cancel, you won’t be charged so long as you follow the cancellation process.
I was first offered this via nationalrail.co.uk about 10 or so years ago. I too am amazed they stil entertain this partnership.
although it sounds like you won’t have the appetite for this, you SHOULD also receive the said 15£ bonus if you follow the obstructions to claim and then cancel your membership (in that order) within 28 days or whatever it says.
Good luck whatever you decide to do!
Mainline421
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You will receive the 15% by cheque within a month or two, and as long as you cancel you won't be charged. It is designed as a trap, but it's a good deal if you follow the terms and cancel before payment.
splashoutradio
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Pre-covid, I used to use CompleteSavings. For me it was beneficial. For many people, though, it can work out costing quite a lot, often without the "customer" realising. Just make sure, if you chose to use them, you submit a monthly £15 refund.
I have to agree with what is being said elsewhere. For National Rail and some TOCs to be involved in this, does seem misleading. Makes you wonder what is in it for them.
I have to agree with what is being said elsewhere. For National Rail and some TOCs to be involved in this, does seem misleading. Makes you wonder what is in it for them.
Kite159
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I guess CompleteSavings will pay NRE a referral fee if someone clicks on their link and remains a member long enough for payments to start being taken
ServerHoster
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Does anyone know what shops sell Manchester Evening News? I'd like to get one for the Northern newspaper offer
Andy Pacer
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Weekend ticket is one ticket for both days (hence it being more expensive than a 1 day weekday ticket).
Doesn't answer your Derby question I know but I did buy one at Nottingham in the past which whilst has an hourly Northern service it isnt a "Northern Station".
Thanks. That’s quite good. I thought it was more expensive going on Saturday or Sunday cause it was the weekend.
Not sure what station I would be starting from but quite likley it will be a unstaffed one with free parking so how would that work. Do I have to buy it advance and tell them my starting point and would it have to be the same starting point for both days?
You'd need to purchase it in advance, they can't be sold at TVMs or on train. Starting point isn't really relevant as it's valid on the whole Northern network of services.
Ok thanks for your help.
Most WH Smiths in the Grater Manchester area, you could also look in to any of the big supermarkets as well, local newsagents.
Don't forget that you will need two vouchers per ticket (but you could get up to four tickets using the same form, all of the tickets would have to start on the same day).
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It seems as though you can only redeem the vouchers up to three days in advance of travel, why is this?
I would have thought Northern would have been quite happy to sell tickets the couple of weeks in advance as they are non refundable?
No idea I'm afraid.
Kite159
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Especially if your local station is unstaffed and you try and book the tickets the week before from a manned station as you can't buy on the day.
Unless it's just the person in the ticket office making things up
Oscar M
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c2c are offering 50% off Off-Peak weekday tickets. You can claim a voucher here: https://www.c2c-online.co.uk/media-centre/latest-news/green-travel-campaign/
Vouchers are valid between the 1st and 12th of November.
Only 1000 are being given away, so be quick.
Obviously, T's & C's apply, which you can read at the bottom of the page.
Vouchers are valid between the 1st and 12th of November.
Only 1000 are being given away, so be quick.
Obviously, T's & C's apply, which you can read at the bottom of the page.
bakerstreet
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Just ordered one of those - thanks. Very easy process. There is a counter on there stating around 40 have gone.
Thanks Oscar. Is that just for C2C services, or any service (eg Avanti) booked through C2C's ticket system?
Oscar M
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It's c2c services only I'm afraid.
Many thanks Oscar. As expected - but had to grasp that glimmer of hope!
Saves me a whole 1 pound and change!nedchester
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Would anyone know if the TPE Club 55 is a one off, or do they run it a few different times over the year?
nedchester
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In the past they’ve run it a couple of times a year.
Note that if you time things right then you can use two outward half’s in November / Early Dec and the return half’s when the offer is effectively over over the Christmas period…….
I think they've changed things, this time:
One price for all the network
No railcard discounts
Buy at stations for £25 or online for £20
No travel to Manchester Airport
Only special delivery at £7.50, no standard delivery for £1
Can I download their E Ticket and print it off?
I've only just got a phone with a camera, I don't think I'll reach the next level of sophistication!
One price for all the network
No railcard discounts
Buy at stations for £25 or online for £20
No travel to Manchester Airport
Only special delivery at £7.50, no standard delivery for £1
Can I download their E Ticket and print it off?
I've only just got a phone with a camera, I don't think I'll reach the next level of sophistication!
If they allow an E-ticket as a fulfilment method for Club55, you can print it off. You’ll receive the ticket as a .pdf attachment in your email folder.
F Great Eastern
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Despite them not being openly advertised anymore, there are some great prices on Greater Anglia about.
Ipswich to Stansted Airport - £5 promo advance single for instance.
Ipswich to Stansted Airport - £5 promo advance single for instance.
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