Forwarded from another group. By way of compensation for all the disruption, Metrolink are giving free travel on Saturday and next Thursday !
http://www.metrolink.co.uk/free_travel.asp
I shall be taking advantage of the offer. I had to go to Manchester anyway because I have an appointment with my optician / drinking partner / KWVR volunteer. But I'm going to try and make it to Bury and sample the East Lancs.