GWR Weekend Upgrades

GWR Weekend Upgrades

Posted by GWR 158 at 15:07, 30th March 2026

Hi all,

This is a straightforward question, if I purchase a GWR first class weekend upgrade on the train does this entitle me access to the first class lounges at PAD/CDF?

Thank you!

Re: GWR Weekend Upgrades

Posted by Chris from Nailsea at 15:46, 30th March 2026

Thanks for posing that question, GWR 158.

I have looked at the GWR website, but it is remarkably light on detail regarding eligibility to use the facility.

However, I would argue that, if you have bought an upgrade to first class, you then become a first class ticket holder - so you are entitled to use GWR's first class lounges.

Unless anyone can show me some small print in their terms and conditions which refutes that?

CfN.

Re: GWR Weekend Upgrades

Posted by ChrisB at 16:01, 30th March 2026

Nothing on the Weekend First webpage either - BUT as you can only buy them on the train, it would only be usable in the arrival lounge on each journey. Promise to buy probably wouldn't work...

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