When I arrived at the station, the next train to Birmingham was due to depart from platform five.  Those of you who have had the good fortune never to walk through the doors of Wolverhampton station, may be unaware that to find platform five is a test of ingenuity and endurance.  Take note; coming into the station from the main entrance, you will shortly find yourself on platform one, which is a good and logical sort of place in which to be.  You will look around hopefully for the helpful sort of signs which are traditionally erected by stationmasters to enable you to find your way around, and you will quickly realise that they are right above your head.  That is to say, there is a solitary sign which informs you that platforms two, three, four and six are all to your left. If you are a particularly observant sort, you may notice that platform five is not included on that list, and speculate as to whether the inscription has worn off or been vandalised.  Those who are in a rush, will simply conclude that all platforms are located to the left.  Either way, it is a fair bet that you are going to turn to the left in an attempt to find your platform. (more…)