"Must See" sites in U.K.
Jun 29, 2015 06:56:29 #
mffox wrote:
We will be on a bus with a group, but will have optional time on our own.
Perhaps you could copy and paste your itinerary, or a synopsis of it and then we could make more suitable suggestions. All the above seem worthwhile with the possible exception of Loch Ness. It'll take an age from Edinburgh however you choose to go. But if you've the time there's a lot history to see on the way (via. Fort William & Glencoe) and if you get to Fort William you might get an excursion on the Harry Potter express.
If it's countryside you are after from the lakes cut across through the Yorkshire Dales and Moors parks and then onto the Pennines before going to North Wales.
Jun 29, 2015 07:25:27 #
If possible take in Canterbury and see the oldest cathedral in the world. It could take a week to see all the sights of London but take an open top bus tour and have a really lovely time.
Jun 29, 2015 08:23:26 #
Cape Codder
Loc: Cape Cod
I was going to say that every hill you crest and every corner you go around will present a photo op, but I see that you will be an a bus. There still will be plenty to see and do. Every one of the stops you mentioned will be enough to fill a photo card (just kidding).
Have a wonderful trip!
Have a wonderful trip!
Jun 29, 2015 09:07:22 #
NeilL
Loc: British-born Canadian
mffox wrote:
My wife & I are planning a tour in the U.K. in September. Starting in Edenburgh and Ending in London, our tour travels through England's Lakes District, Wales (Deganwy, Caernarfon), then into the Cotswolds, Stonehenge, Bath, then London.
Does anyone have any "must see:) favorite spots worthy of a side-trip along our itinerary? Would love to hear from you.
mffox
Does anyone have any "must see:) favorite spots worthy of a side-trip along our itinerary? Would love to hear from you.
mffox
Don't forget to visit many pubs and try the excellent micro-brews that the UK teems with.
Jun 29, 2015 10:05:20 #
mffox wrote:
My wife & I are planning a tour in the U.K. in September. Starting in Edenburgh and Ending in London, our tour travels through England's Lakes District, Wales (Deganwy, Caernarfon), then into the Cotswolds, Stonehenge, Bath, then London.
Does anyone have any "must see:) favorite spots worthy of a side-trip along our itinerary? Would love to hear from you.
mffox
Does anyone have any "must see:) favorite spots worthy of a side-trip along our itinerary? Would love to hear from you.
mffox
I would suggest keeping in touch as and when you get here rather than be inundated with too much info. If we know where you are and where you will be every couple of days we can be of much greater service to you. Internet cafes are everywhere and we will be happy to help out.
Jun 29, 2015 10:29:44 #
cday
Loc: North Carolina
Get to York if you can and go to the Minster...stay a while...we only had an overnight there in June 2014 and wish we'd had longer....Royal Mile in Edinburgh, St. Giles Cathedral there, Canongate Kirk cemetery (if you like cemeteries..), Greyfriars Kirk, cemetery and Greyfriars Bobby statues...Holyroodhouse Palace and Abbey and Ediburgh Castle...I'm not prejudiced a bit, am I? lol
Jun 29, 2015 10:45:26 #
drk64
Loc: Washington State
Searcher; I've been on this site for a few years now and whenever I see your comments they are a must read. You are always so helpful and full of information. Not going to the UK anytime soon but it's on my bucket list. I truly appreciate all your helpful comments. Just wanted to thank you for all you do for the UHH members.
Jun 29, 2015 11:08:36 #
allan catt
Loc: gillingham,kent,uk
Chatham dockyard in Kent very interesting Nelsons flagship The Victory was built here also 53 Submarins were built (one in dry dock) which can be explored plus The Cavalier and The Gannet.and many other exhibits allow about 5hours to see all,also the ropery were tradional rope is still made today the building has the longest single roof in Europe 1/4 of a mile long.
Jun 29, 2015 11:10:21 #
RobertW
Loc: Breezy Point, New York
Certainly Shepheard's Market in London, (ask why the lights above the doorbell are on or off)--- Speaker's corner on Sunday---- Hamley's Toy Store---- "Marks and Sparks" (or Marks and Spencer, where you can buy the best Underwear and socks in the world)---- Fortnum and Mason---- and the "Arcade" for the most interesting shopping anywhere---- Covent Garden on Market Day---- Fleet Street to St. Paul's-----
The "Changing"----- All of the Arab World's Royalty stays at the Dorchester---- The PUBS--All of them!---Steak and Kidney Pie---- a pint of "bitter"----
The "Changing"----- All of the Arab World's Royalty stays at the Dorchester---- The PUBS--All of them!---Steak and Kidney Pie---- a pint of "bitter"----
Jun 29, 2015 11:14:21 #
allan catt
Loc: gillingham,kent,uk
I forgot to add.there is a micro brewery in Chatham dock yard called "Nelson Brewery" very good beer they have a special on every day.
Jun 29, 2015 11:27:18 #
Jun 29, 2015 11:34:48 #
The big wheel in London is a must.It gives breathtaking views over the We3st End
Jun 29, 2015 11:43:00 #
Jun 29, 2015 11:58:32 #
Cambridge University. Unlike Oxford, which is basically in a city, Cambridge is spread out along the beautiful Cam river. It is divided into "Colleges" in which the students live and the "Backs" of the Colleges, which border the Cam, are extraordinarily beautiful and photogenic as are the Colleges themselves. Make sure you "punt on the Cam," that is, take a small flat boat (punt) and propel it yourself along the river by pushing the bottom of the river with a pole. There is a greater than 50% chance you will fall overboard the first time; there is no shame in this. Also ... it is a bit riskier in Cambridge where they punt correctly (standing on a platform on the rear of the boat) than in Oxford where they punt incorrectly and wimpily standing inside the boat at the front. (Can you tell I went to Cambridge?). Try Googling punting on the Cam and (if you must) punting at Oxford to see how it is properly and improperly done. (By the way ... I have seen young ladies in full evening dress fall into the Cam while punting.)
Jun 29, 2015 12:31:08 #
jrconcours
Loc: Ocean View, DE
If you go this photo site https://500px.com/popular and then use the search option and put in the places you will be going to. You will then get the photos of this area.
As an example type in "Newcastle upon Tyne" and you will see a lot of good pics. Type in "Northumberland" and you will see another group of good pics.
Based on that you can see how it fits into your travel plans.
As an example type in "Newcastle upon Tyne" and you will see a lot of good pics. Type in "Northumberland" and you will see another group of good pics.
Based on that you can see how it fits into your travel plans.
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