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Storm Bert: TPE gives customers the option to change travel plans as operator is forced to cancel trains running north of Carlisle tomorrow

TransPennine Express (TPE) is giving customers the option to change their travel plans over the weekend as the train operator has been forced to cancel services running north of Carlisle due to Storm Bert tomorrow (Saturday 23 November).  

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Hullywood: TPE station staff reveal what it was like to be on set of new blockbuster film Blitz

TransPennine Express station staff at Hull Paragon have revealed what it was like being on the set of new Hollywood film ‘Blitz’.

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More than 50 per cent rise in TPE customers using Passenger Assist service

The number of customers using TransPennine Express’ (TPE’s) Passenger Assist service has risen by more than half in just one year.

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TPE gives customers option to change travel plans as freezing temperatures forecast

TransPennine Express customers will be able to use tickets bought for this evening or tomorrow on Wednesday instead if they wish to change their travel plans as snow and ice are forecast in the North of England and Scotland.  

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New blue plaque at TPE’s seaside station honours forgotten ‘Railway King’

A new blue plaque unveiled at a popular seaside TransPennine Express station pays homage to one of railway’s founding fathers, known as the ‘Railway King’ – but who is now largely forgotten.  

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1300 more seats a day and trains across the Pennines every 15 minutes: TransPennine Express introduces new December timetable

TransPennine Express (TPE) customers will see hundreds more seats on trains and services across the Pennines running every 15 minutes from this December, as the operator restores services while continuing to run a timetable customers can depend on.  

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Extra late-night train services for fans heading home from Manchester gigs in November

TransPennine Express (TPE) will run two extra late-night services this month between Manchester and Liverpool for music fans who don’t want to miss the encore.   

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Winter warmers: TransPennine Express launches First Class seasonal menu

From chicken stuffed with haggis smothered in a rich whisky sauce to a vegan nut roast, there is something for everyone to enjoy onboard TransPennine Express during the winter months as the train operator launches its new seasonal menu.  

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Middlesbrough station toilet upgraded to be stoma-friendly

Facilities to help people with stomas have been introduced at a toilet at one of TransPennine Express’ (TPE’s) busiest stations.  

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TPE staff volunteer with women’s employment charity in Manchester

A dozen volunteers from train operator TransPennine Express (TPE) spent the day lending a hand at a women’s employment charity in Manchester.

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TPE lines up additional evening service for fans returning from the Super League Grand Final

TransPennine Express (TPE) has lined up an additional evening service for those returning from the highly anticipated Super League Grand Final this weekend.