Spirit FM News
Get West Sussex News Alerts: Download our app to your phone now!
WATCH: The Southern Rail hack beer-lovers should know!
Published by the Spirit FM News Team at 1:30pm 14th November 2017. (Updated at 1:34pm 14th November 2017)
Since the dawn of Southern Railway, forgetful beer-loving commuters have endured entire train journeys parched, because they left their bottle opener behind.
But they'll suffer no longer thanks to the ingenuity one one passenger.
Patrick Dalton discovered the ultimate life hack on a West Sussex service on Monday.
He figured out you could open a bottle of beer using the grates in the ceiling of the carriage.
Prepare to be amazed!
Just discovered an @SouthernRailUK life hack! pic.twitter.com/UYkX4YEA0R
— Patrick Dalton (@shitlondon) November 13, 2017
Patrick has been showered with praise by his fellow passengers, with his tweet being liked more than 3,000 times.
One fan wrote: 'You're not working hard Patrick, you're working smart', while another said 'This changes everything'.
But the only snag...the hack only works on Southern trains.
Patrick told Spirit FM he's humbled by the response: "This happened somewhere near Gatwick. I'm humbled by the response. I found myself in a survival situation and had to rely on my wits to stay hydrated.
"I only hope this can be passed on to other Southern users to help ease their suffering.
"I think Stephen Hawking can rest easy for now."
Contact the News Team:
Suggested articles
WATCH: Leaping dolphins caught on camera off West Sussex coast
West Sussex News: See the moment they came close to a fishing boat
WATCH: Six things to love (or learn) about Littlehampton
West Sussex News: Some of these might surprise you
WATCH: Six things to love (or learn) about Littlehampton
West Sussex News: Some of these might surprise you
WATCH: Rail crews work to combat 'leaves on the line' in Sussex
West Sussex News: New scheme launched to keep passengers moving
Top articles
Chichester dad charged almost £1,300 for son's video game purchases
West Sussex News: He's warning parents about unexpected charges
Growing fears over woman, Sarah Wellgreen, missing for two weeks
National News: Police in Kent are becoming increasingly concerned about the welfare of a woman who has not been seen for almost two weeks.
Dave Grohl invites blind fan on stage with Foo Fighters in Minnesota
Showbiz: He's renowned for being the nicest man in rock and roll, and Dave Grohl is certainly living up to his title at the minute.
Cristiano Ronaldo accepts he is a role model on and off the pitch
Sport: Cristiano Ronaldo says he knows he is a role model on and off the football pitch and insists he remains focused despite a rape allegation against him.
Joachim Roenneberg: Norwegian saboteur who stopped Nazi nuclear plan dies
World News: The Norwegian saboteur credited with stopping the Nazis from acquiring nuclear weapons has died aged 99.
Keep the change: YouTube star MrBeast leaves waitress $10,000 tip for two waters
Strange/Viral News: Staff at a hot dog diner in North Carolina have some extra cash to play with this month thanks to a $10,000 (£7,645) tip from a generous YouTube star.
Reviews giant Trustpilot hires bankers for pre-float fundraising
Business News: Trustpilot, one of Europe's fastest-growing internet start-ups, has hired bankers to secure new funding as a precursor to an eventual stock market flotation.
Step by step guide to choosing the right school for your child
West Sussex News: Here's tips and advice to make the process easier...
WATCH: Six things to love (or learn) about Littlehampton
West Sussex News: Some of these might surprise you
Video officially kills the radio star
On This Day: Kick starting MTV
PHOTOS: Top 10 royal weddings across the globe
West Sussex News: With a new one on the cards, we've looked back at the best so far!
