It’s a blooming liberty

Stumping up £22 for a single ‘saver’ fare on the Heathrow Express might leave some people feeling gloomy.

So fair play to the line’s PR team, who attempted to brighten the mood on board with a dedicated ‘Flower Express’ celebration during last month’s RHS Chelsea Flower Show. One carriage was a fragrant riot after being decked out with hydrangeas, wisterias and fresh sea lavender, which – at least for 15 minutes – should have diverted travellers’ attention away from the cost of the ticket. Still, at least it can be expensed, right.