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  1. Fwoggie avatar

    RE: Two Weeks in the United Kingdom - itinerary assistance, must sees, etc!

    by Fwoggie 23 April 2012

    You're right, you are trying to see a lot in a short space of time. I'd chop it a bit cos you're setting a blisteringly fast pace, but…

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    RE: Interesting stop on the way from London to Edinburgh by train --- Need some

    by tallybalt 16 April 2012

    As mentioned, the train journey from London to Edinburgh is only 4.5-5 hours. It's quick and efficient with lovely scenery along the way.…

  3. alanR avatar

    Re: Interesting stop on the way from London to Edinburgh by train --- Need some

    by alanR 15 April 2012

    Going from Euston to Edinburgh (ie via the west coast) is at least an hour longer than Kings Cross to Edinburgh by the east coast. Diverting…

  4. SilverMaple avatar

    RE: Which nation park to choose? :)

    by SilverMaple 11 April 2012

    Try www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B007P269ZQ It's a new eBook which gives you all you need about Yorkshire to make a choice. 2 quite long Dales…

  5. mike9 avatar

    RE: Which nation park to choose? :)

    by mike9 11 April 2012

    Agree with #3 but would add that an alternative would be to go by bus from York to Helmsley. You may find http://www.northyorkstravel.info/r…

  6. Standanista avatar

    RE: 10 Day Northern England Trip - suggestions

    by Standanista 08 April 2012

    As above: the Lake District, Peak District, Yorkshire Dales and North Wales are all within easy reach, and teeming with accommodation…

  7. adfrelin avatar

    RE: England or Ireland trip with Mom

    by adfrelin 01 April 2012

    Good lord, you all are so helpful! This is great. How about this for an itinerary: Fly into London, spend 4 days in the city getting…

  8. mike9 avatar

    RE: Does this seem OK for two weeks?

    by mike9 30 March 2012

    Welcome to Thorn Tree and hope you have a good time in GB - we'll do our best with the weather but as usual can't promise anything. Just…

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    RE: Basic itinierary - Ireland, Scotland, England - How's it look?

    by mike9 20 March 2012

    A suggestion when leaving Glasgow - go to Carlisle, and take the well-known Settle-Carlisle railway for dramatic scenery across the Pennines…

  10. nab82ba avatar

    Re: Around England/Scotland in 5 weeks

    by nab82ba 29 February 2012

    I think you will be able to see and do a lot in 5 weeks, in England apart from London i recommend a visit to York and the Lake District.…

  11. Copepod avatar

    RE: Hotel advise on my way to Durham from London

    by Copepod 27 February 2012

    Why drive London to northern destinations? Also, why drive round Wembley? - better to use Tube / buses / walk, than drive in unfamiliar…

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    RE: Hotel advise on my way to Durham from London

    by Copepod 26 February 2012

    Don't drive London (presumably, you actually mean from one of the London airports?) to Durham, especially if you're arriving on a long…

  13. frede avatar

    England 7 days

    by frede 23 February 2012

    Hi I am in the early stages of planning a trip from Boxing Day 2012 to 2nd of January 2013. I have spent a total of three weeks in London…

  14. geeg avatar

    RE: Stop in York between London and Edinburgh?

    by geeg 20 February 2012

    One night (especially in June when it's light till late) will give you a good taste of York. The city centre is small. It's fun to walk…

  15. daisy19 avatar

    RE: UK in 9 days - Ideas, comments, criticisms please!

    by daisy19 31 January 2012

    Yes you don't want to travel to Lincoln via Ely! I would recommend going to York its self as its a Beautiful town. You won't be disappointe…

  16. PoppyG avatar

    RE: London-Edinburgh

    by PoppyG 07 January 2012

    so guys, what happens if you buy your tickets prior to the day then for whatever reason that train isn't running. to be a bit clearer…

  17. restlesspixie avatar

    RE: A Plea for help

    by restlesspixie 21 October 2011

    What a lovely idea! I'm in York, England - could provide a photo of the Minster or the Shambles perhaps? You should definitely post the…

  18. utah6 avatar

    Sampler plate of England

    by utah6 21 July 2011

    I know this is a common question but I would greatly appreciate any advice. This has been the most frustrating trip I've plan because…

  19. mike9 avatar

    RE: London to Edinburgh via York

    by mike9 21 July 2011

    No one else seems to have picked up on your comment about only visiting London and Edinburgh in your 2 weeks. It depends on your interests,…

  20. petrovic22 avatar

    RE: 1 Month Backpacking Trip-First time.

    by petrovic22 13 July 2011

    Brighton - you may want to extend your stay there anyway. There is the Marina, Hove, Lewes as well as the lbgt thang. Britain often called…

  21. moobie avatar

    RE: York and Yorkshire

    by moobie 23 June 2011

    Could I throw in what may be a daft question, why York and North Yorkshire? Why not increase your scope?

  22. raincoat avatar

    RE: York and Yorkshire

    by raincoat 23 June 2011

    Hi herbie - Probably something rural (but not tiny), a market town would be good, very historic and quaint, cobblestone streets, some…

  23. battybilly avatar

    RE: York and Yorkshire

    by battybilly 22 June 2011

    What's York got that's to do with chocolate?

  24. Copepod avatar

    RE: York and Yorkshire

    by Copepod 22 June 2011

    I think Battybilly has made the common mistake of confusing 2 areas: North York Moors, gateways Helmsley / Pickering / Scarborough / Whitby…

  25. battybilly avatar

    RE: York and Yorkshire

    by battybilly 22 June 2011

    North Yorkshire (Yorks.) is a fine county. Not only rurally, but city wise too. Also, it borders Cumbria (The Lake District) and many…

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