Europe - UK & Ireland
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Welcome to the UK & Ireland branch
Countries covered by this branch: England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland, Republic of Ireland.
Here are links to some useful threads to get you started:
UK & Ireland FAQ
Dublin FAQ.
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The UK & Ireland branch consists of a general branch for 'UK & Ireland', and country specific branches within it for England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland and Republic of Ireland.
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UK & Ireland FAQ thread
Welcome to the UK, described by Lonely Planet in the latest UK guide as "simply one of the most beautiful islands on earth". You'll find that whilst people can appear flippant and/or sarcastic on this branch, it's only part of the unique British sense of humour so don't take it personally.
Please read this thread first before you ask a question, hopefully you'll find your answer already inside!
Feel free to add anything relevant to the thread too. Before we start though, here's some advice from the TT team:
1. Do a TT search! At least five posters a week ask what to do in London, whether to go visit Stonehenge on their way around the world, and whether it's possible to work under the table/overstay a tourist visa. The road is well traveled. Find those threads, add a reply (which brings the topic to the top, restarting the conversation), and then ...
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May 25, 2013 7:34 AM
Shinty326
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May 25, 2013 7:34 AM
Shinty326
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England
Lunchmate indian restaurant London (02/06/13)
Hi,
I'm looking for a mate (male or female) to have a lunch with in an indian restaurant (preferably the "Lahore kebab house"?) on Sunday the 2nd of june.
I will be travelling for the next week-end with a friend of mine but he is due to leave on Sunday morning...
Nicolas (Toulouse,France)
Anybody with a knowledge of aircraft movements
I was a bit concerned when I read this on the BBC regarding today's incident at Heathrow
"Rob Brownell, 33, saw the plane from Imperial Wharf Station in central London and told the BBC flames were "clearly visible".
He said: "There was this almighty rumbling overhead - I looked up and saw the plane on fire. There were flames coming not just from the engine but lapping the wing"
When I looked at the map it looked lke the plane was close to Southend when it turned back. I assume the altitude would have prevented it going into Southend but wondered why they brought it back over central London to go to Heathrow rather than go to Stansted or Manston or even Gatwick.
May 24, 2013 1:26 AM
doihavetoleave
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May 24, 2013 7:44 AM
tony2phones
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Ireland
Hiking/Bicycling western Ireland in July
Hi all,
As always, the posts on Thorntree have given me a great load of information and resources as I plan our 8 (full) day trip to Ireland in early July. Now, I'd like to report back on what I've found that is appealing and get your advice on an itinerary.
We are a fit, married couple in our early/mid 30s from the US and are interested in hiking, bicycling and other outdoor adventures this summer. We are value conscious travelers, but budget is not a significantly limiting factor. We like to see live music, get off the beaten track, eat well and stay in more rustic accomodation. Though I'm not terribly concerned about our ability to find such options, I'll also mention that we prefer locally-operated B&Bs to international hotel chains, and local food to chain restaurants. We arrive on Saturday, June 29th and leave on Sunday, July 7. Flights are into/out of Shannon.
Below ar...
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May 23, 2013 10:25 AM
maitraya
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May 25, 2013 11:04 AM
onlyMark
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England
What is better in England ?
What is better in England ?
Hi,
Everybody was telling me :
"you will not recognize England","it has changed so much","its a modern country now","its a very rich country now"
So What is Better in England now than 10,20 or 30 years ago ?
Thank you
May 22, 2013 11:10 PM
kotagiri_tea_pl...
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May 23, 2013 1:53 AM
tony2phones
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Ireland
Coastal town
Hi all,
I have a couple nights booked in Galway and a couple nights booked in Killarney, using both as bases to explore the surrounding regions.
But I'm looking for a pleasant town, preferably on the coast, in between the two to spend and evening and night. Somewhere between Ennis and Killarney, actually. I'm looking at Kilkee or Tralee or Dingle, especially Kilkee since it seems to get less mentions as a place to visit. Any reviews of it? Or any other small towns that would be a nice place to crash?
thanks, ktp
May 22, 2013 4:02 AM
lenpo
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May 25, 2013 6:42 AM
aubo23
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England
Walking and Cycling the Cotswolds: Advice wanted
Hello everyone,
I am looking for advice on my stay in the cotswolds (end of July/beginning of August). My wife and I will be staying there for 5-6 days. So I thought of walking some parts of the Cotswolds Way (sort of) and cycle from quiet village to quiet village (with a tandem).
This is what I have planned so far:
- A walk from Broadway to Stanton and back
- A walk from Winchcombe to Bellas Knap and Sudeley castle
- Cycling from Chipping Campden to Moreton-In-Marsh and Guiting Power
- Cycling from Cirencester to Biburry
We will be staying with a tent on a camping, probably somewhere between Winchcombe and C... more »
May 22, 2013 3:37 AM
dentategyrus
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May 24, 2013 6:07 AM
neverwinter
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England
Campsite around London, allowing drinking
I’m organising a camping trip with some friends and am looking for a campsite accessible from London (maybe a train ride away), that is relaxed enough to let a group of people drink.
Does anyone know of such a campsite, or what areas are best to look for campsites nearby London, accessible by train?
May 21, 2013 2:15 PM
Caroline333
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May 25, 2013 3:10 AM
Copepod
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Midgles
I am thinking of going to Scoltand in the next week or so, arriving in Oban and going to the Western Isles, possibly to Fort William. I am concerned about midges as I get badly bitten. Will they be out in force then?
May 21, 2013 10:51 AM
jonnabelle
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May 24, 2013 12:17 AM
iviehoff
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Chatsworth House & Haddon Hall - Best days to visit?
Hello,
I will be staying in Buxton for a week and would like to spend one day visiting Chatsworth House, and one day visiting Haddon Hall. I am just wondering if either of these tend to be super busy on the weekend. Would a week day be better to visit these places rather than on a Saturday? Also, is it necessary to book a ticket online? Or can you usually just buy a ticket at when you get there?
Thanks!
May 20, 2013 8:35 AM
markfawkner
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May 22, 2013 2:26 PM
WaterhazardJack
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Patrick Conway's to re-open
Historical site and allegedly Dublin's oldest pub, Patrick Conway's in Parnell St, is being renovated to re-open. According to some fellow drunks I know.
I don't know if, having been closed for what must be a number of years now, it gets to continue its claim for age.
Hopefully it'll be done with an effect of more authenticity than the nearby Parnell's lounge and bar or whatever it is called.
Which would be nice.
Photogenic lake or loch in Scotland
Often seen on pictures, films...there are views of scottish lakes or lochs with tiny islands covered with trees. I know something like that along Loch Sunard or Loch Lomond, but I would like to find more of these sceneries...
Where are your more beautiful lakes/lochs in Scotland?
May 19, 2013 9:51 AM
michaelkischner
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May 24, 2013 3:54 PM
Frida1
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Ireland
Don't Want to Drive in Ireland
We're in our seventies and planning our first trip to Ireland. We prefer not to drive on the left. What is the next-best way to see some of the country without being tied to a big bus tour?
May 19, 2013 4:21 AM
terriefrisbie
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May 19, 2013 9:46 AM
alanR
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Scotland
travelling from Dublin, Ireland to Isle of Skye, Scotland
Hello travellers
Can anyone suggest the quickest and reasonably economical way to reach the Isle of Skye from Dublin airport in mid July? and can the return trip be done exactly the same? I have only 2 weeks. thanks for any help you can give. terrie
May 19, 2013 3:23 AM
D10661
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May 19, 2013 12:19 PM
pedro555
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Scotland
Eating late in Tarbert, Harris
I am arriving at 7pm this Friday into Stornoway airport. I'll need to collect my hire car and make a quick trip to a supermarket (in Stornoway) to get some provisions. I then hope to drive down towards Tarbert, in readiness for hiking an Cliseam the following morning.
What are my chances of finding some food in Tarbert late on a Friday night? I don't suppose I'd be arriving there before about 9pm. I'm not looking for anything fancy, maybe some fish and chips from a takeaway? Do any pubs serve food at that time? Or am I better off staying in Stornoway the first night and doing the drive the folowing morning?
Many thanks, Heidi
May 18, 2013 9:42 AM
SilverMaple
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May 24, 2013 2:46 PM
SilverMaple
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Ireland
Many Irish people are so nice to visitors
I've just returned from 5 days around Dublin and I've been so struck by the number of Irish people who were so friendly and helpful to me, going out of their way to show me directions to places when this had nothing to with their job or any sort of gain. It just kept on happening.
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