Harlington rail user thrilled to win £5,600 in season ticket competition

Graphic designer Amy Walster signed up for a Key Smartcard annual season ticket two years ago and uses it to commute from Harlington to St Pancras by train and on to Baker Street by tube.

She has become GTR’s fourth competition winner and was presented with a cheque this week for £5,632.

Amy, 24, who lives with her parents in Harlington, said: “It’s a lot better to have a smartcard than a paper ticket because it lasts longer and it’s quicker and easier to use because you just tap in and out.

"I was shocked to win the competition. I just couldn’t believe it.”

Amy isn’t sure how to spend her winnings yet, but she is considering splashing out on a holiday.

GTR’s Smart Ticketing Manager Sherisse Shelton-Smith said: “We were thrilled to let Amy know she was a winner. As Amy says, Key Smartcards are more durable than paper tickets and help speed up your journey with just a tap in and out.”

GTR’s monthly competition is open to Key Smartcard season ticket holders across GTR’s Thameslink, Great Northern and Southern brands.