Great station, essential for Watford
Ok google. Here is my review. I have taken the metropolitan line train to school every day for the past few years and before that for trips to London. Now from what I can remember the old S7 stock trains were okay, they were a bit worn and shabby with the seats falling apart and that really loud noise. Now with the new S8 stock being introduced. It is much better, these trains have great air conditioning for the summer and warm heating for the winter. The seating arrangement is much better and at rush hour at Baker Street these trains can fit everyone on. Only downside is that some of the seats have wear on the moquette material and chewing gum hardened into the fabric. Its been a bit disappointing to see the extension development has not gone ahead and there were funding issues and whatever else. There was one instance when my bike was left out by the front of the station overnight and my bike D lock was cut off but my bike was still left there. The police do a great job here. On my other bike my front wheel was stolen during the day. The staff were helpful and gave great advice for the future and steps to prevent theft. One day on the way to school the staff here were kind enough to let me pass through the barriers and get on the train after my Oyster card had snapped right in front of my eyeSz. At night time the place has a different atmosphere and you will usually find vomit at the front of the train. I see these cleaners looking after the train and picking up newspapers and other litter. They do a good job and are kind. There are usually plenty of newspapers to pickup. Rarely they run out. There is a WiFi connection here if your mobile carrier supports it which can be useful. The trains are frequent too even in off peak time. There are a few delays but the drivers always seem to give frequent information and updates over the telecom which is good. The toilets here need a make over, at least the mens. The female toilets are located at the other side of the station barriers and some people may get confused. I dont think theyve ever had a proper clean. There is always wee on the floor. There are lots of spider webs and dirt. The taps covered in limescale etc. It just needs an update and it would be good. It smells a bit too. I have never sat in the waiting room. The staff here are usually very helpful and understanding of the different situations that occur when travelling by the metropolitan line train service. Overall Id have to say this is one of the best train stations I have visited and will continue to visit as I live. They always have tube maps and leaflets in their brochure display and usually have free Oyster card wallets above the ticket machines. There is a free cash point ATM Machine inside before the barriers which is useful. There is a shop next door which I think sells cigarettes to children. The station itself is 5/5 and sometimes you can hear classical music as you walk through the stairway. I did my French assessment on this nice station. Let me know if you want to see it. After seeing someone elses review I have realised there is no accessibility for people in wheelchairs and I often see people struggling with suitcases or push chairs with children so maybe use Watford junction station if that is the case. Watford junction has a few lifts and ramps and has a quicker train towards London. This station is near Cassiobury park and it is close to the Watford town centre which they are currently developing a new Intu shopping centre. Keep that in mind. The front is illuminated with a great big blue and white sign with the Roundel on a tall post by the road. Some drivers do not give way to pedestrians here. There is no parking at the station itself but there is parking nearby and there is enough room for hundreds of bicycles.
Terrible customer service at ticket office. Rude and unhelpful staff.
I'll try to avoid my own personal feelings creeping into this but it probably won't work, since I'm incredibly happy about this cute, residential terminus not closing. A huge personal bias to all things Metropolitan line, this station, in the shadow of its larger, more popular big brother, Watford Junction, provides fast trains in the peak, calling at all stations to Aldgate with semi-fast and stopping services frequenting the station during the day.Zone 7 is cheaper than Watford Junction's Special Fares Apply zoning and may be favourable with commuters on a relatively tight budget, and for the Londoners wishing to explore the other areas (myself included), I'd rather pay less to visit this station and walk into the town centre. Long live Watford Met.
Ok but not enough trains to Aldgate most only going to baker st.
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