Train travel reductions launched for over 55s

Train operator, First Great Western, is offering people aged 55 or over the chance to travel miles for less with return fares to any destination for just £25.

Club 55 is a new scheme, which allows people to travel between any two destinations across the First Great Western network, available from February 1, to give mature people an added incentive to hop on board.

With no need to book in advance, you can take advantage of the offer as many times as you like on off-peak journeys until April 7.

Keen to do their bit for the environment First Great Western hopes to fill as many seats as possible on off-peak trains to help reduce the number of cars on the road, in turn, making trains the greenest way to travel.

First Great Western Marketing Executive, Daisy Coleman, says: “If you have free time on your hands, this is a great opportunity to get out and explore the FGW network, which offers a range of attractions. It is also a great opportunity for an off-season break or to visit family and friends. Club 55 is extremely good value for money, with passengers able to make huge savings on long journeys like, for example, London Paddington to Penzance.
“This offer can't be missed. Without the stress of driving you can sit back and relax and enjoy the journey and great views from the train.”

With the added bonus of 2FOR1 voucher discounts for rail customers on top attractions, including hotels and restaurants in Bath, Bristol, Oxford and London, the offer is too good too miss. Anyone with a train ticket can download a 2FOR1 from the First Great Western website.

Tickets can be used for up to one month from the outward travel date, which means people can take extended breaks without being restricted to return by a certain date.

Passengers must be able to produce a proof of age on request, with Senior Rail Card holders also entitled to an extra £5 discount. Seat reservations can be made and tickets bought from onboard staff.

For full terms and conditions, visit www.firstgreatwestern.co.uk/club55 or contact 08457 000 125 between 7am and 10pm daily.

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