Victoria station - is anyone familiar with this station

[Jenny105]

Hi       Im meeting a friend at Victoria station shortly and suggested we meet at the foodstore near Platform 16-18.      Its been there for as long as I can remember BUT I cant recall its name !!

Any commuters are welcome to assist?

.. Any suggestions??  Ive tried various search terms but they are only interested in Victoria Palace Mall

[jonsie]

Far better surely to just agree to meet outside the main entrance? Or just inside dependant on atmospheric conditions 

[Jenny105]

We will meet at the original store or Plush store, close to the barrier. I expect we will have lunch on site. There are a couple of quiet , fairly light corners in Victoria !!

[Jenny105]

Suggestions are welcome  but must

be light for lip reading purposes

not far from Victoria - walking

low cost 

not sure of my companions taste as we've only met once before, say

pub grub or italian or heathy snack

thanks for all your help

[Jenny105]

Ive realised this is the first time Ive travelled alone by train for any distance in about 10yrs. The last time was to Manchester  for a University research programme.

Since then hubby has always accompanied me. I guess underlying this trip is not anxiety but the knowledge this is  different and the first time in ages.

My friend and I can both use smartphone texts if we ''lose'' each other, But phone calls are OUT, 

It 'll be all ok and looking forward to a lovely hour or so on a peaceful train. Thanks folks

[EmilieT]

Wishing you a safe and smooth trip @Jenny105, I'm sure you'll have fun catching up with your friend 

[Jenny105]

We had lift off and docking . 

  Southern rail was  running as scheduled. Whistlestop, refurbished, was open. So we docked as planned. No escalator up to Mall so no pizza buffet (bit dark anyway)  We climbed the stairs to Weatherspoons, found a seat in a light, quiet  corner area. And a pleasant 2 1/2 hours was had. Outside would have bbeen nice  but the announcements etc are too noisy for hearing aid users

The only '''system failure'' was announcements by the train guards (or now driver). I could hear perfectly the automated lady. In an emergency. I would not have heard anything the guard was saying. !!

But ive had a taste to travel alone again. And friend is up for it to

[jonsie]

That's really good to hear @Jenny105, exciting times to come I hope 👍😊

[MI5]

Glad you had a fun time

[Cleoriff]

Sounds good @Jenny105 

[Anonymous]

Very pleased for you @Jenny105