There's one in Hemel Hempstead, north of London, that has six small roundabouts inside one big one.
There's one in Hemel Hempstead, north of London, that has six small roundabouts inside one big one.
Would you be doing this to yourself on purpose?
It’s been many years for me. But I got used to driving on the left quickly, even stick shift. Meeting oncoming lorries is no different than driving on a country road in VA (except you’re on the other side). It’s ok.
Dress in layers, there’s a reason for all the wool. Pack reasonable raingear so you stay dry.
Go - you’ll have a blast! Friendly people everywhere. (Unless you dislike both scotch and beer. In that case, stay home.) ;-)
Speaking as a non-world-traveler...
If you like art, London/area visit the Tate Gallery; and for ancient doodads as well as art, the British Museum.
Glastonbury.
Stonehenge.
Tintagel.
On the way to Scotland (not sure I’d drive it btw, take the train) you could stop and gander at Hadrian’s Wall.
There are more castle tours in Scotland, because there are many more castles that survive up there, big heavy lookin’ things.
Loch Ness.
Arthur’s Seat.
Anyway, have fun!
You will want to be in Edinburgh for New Years Eve. They call it Hogmanay, and it is one of the worlds greatest street parties. Edinburgh Castle is great any time of year. There are many other castles, palaces, and abbeys in Scotland that are also worth visiting. If you are a golfer then St Andrews will be on the itinerary. A Scotch distillery would also be worth the visit.
In England, the cities of York, Liverpool, Stratford, Oxford, Bath, Salisbury, Winchester, Warwick, Canterbury,and Chester are of particular historical interest, in addition to London of course. For scenic beauty the Cotswolds, Lake District, Peaks District, South Downs and West Country are noteworthy. There is any number of stately country homes that offer public tours.
I had been dating a woman who I planned on marrying (and indeed DID marry), and I wanted to propose in a novel and unique way.
My plan was to propose on top of the tallest mountain in the UK while we were there. That mountain is in Scotland. It was not all that tall. However, it was snowing at the top, IN JULY, and my bride-to-be began to lose feeling in her fingers and toes. Thus, I proposed on the side of the tallest mountain in the UK.
There is a very nice pub at the base of the mountain, and their Guiness Beef Stew was excellent, and it helped us regain feeling in our extremities.
Hello, Englishman here.
Britain is an achingly beautiful island any time of year. If I were to recommend to tourists however i’d say spring, summer or autumn. As has been pointed out, winters here are very dark. Also, the slightest bit of snowfall and you won’t be driving anywhere! It’s not the amount of snow that’s the issue, it’s just the fact that we’re completely unused to it and frankly don’t know how to drive in such conditions.
That said, a brisk stroll up the Malvern Hills on a frosty, sunny January day, looking west to the welsh mountains is awe inspiring
There is still plenty to do in the winter however, it’s just that the scenery isn’t at its optimum. Football and rugby season would be in full swing, come along and witness a real sporting atmosphere. Every US guest i’ve had has been left dumbfounded by the experience.
There is lots to do, but if you want to see the true beauty of the country i’d recommend coming in one of the other four seasons. We can’t guarantee the weather, but at least you’ll have some daylight to play with!
London to Glasgow is around 400 miles and you would probably be better flying into Glasgow and spending a week in Scotland visiting the likes of Glasgow’s Candelriggs with it’s many friendly bars and live music, The Town Centre has some fab architecture and will be full of shoppers, on the of Glasgow doorstep is The National Wallace Monument in Stirling, The beautiful Loch Katrine, Edinburgh Castle, and Loch Lomond.
You can take the train from Glasgow Central Station to London and spend the second week visiting the Tower of London, The Palace and show’s.
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Friends, we are also visiting London and Scotland this Christmas. We are excited about this tour as this will be our first expedition in Europe. We have booked Christmas Tours in London. Would like to know few good places to visit in Scotland. Any help appreciated.
It’s been snowing in London this week.