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By *partharmony OP Couple
over a year ago

Ruislip

We have a few days off next week and want to have a little trip somewhere. We went to Bath recently and enjoyed it a lot. We're looking for somewhere where there are things to do and see, but I know that the short and cold days could limit us. Edinburgh is appealing. We want to go to Wales some time but don't really know where or what to do.

What recommendations do you have and what is there to do and see there?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Living in beautiful cornwall I’m biased and say venture further south and come see the cornish delights.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Durham is a lovely city. You're close to the stunning Northumberland coastline and close to the beautiful Durham dales. So much to see and do.

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By *ost SockMan
over a year ago

West Wales and Cardiff

"We have a few days off next week and want to have a little trip somewhere. We went to Bath recently and enjoyed it a lot. We're looking for somewhere where there are things to do and see, but I know that the short and cold days could limit us. Edinburgh is appealing. We want to go to Wales some time but don't really know where or what to do.

What recommendations do you have and what is there to do and see there? "

Totally biased, but Wales is awesome, especially in winter, when it’s quieter and the landscapes are very dramatic (pack wet weather gear, of course).

I’d head to Eryri (Snowdonia). If you do, don’t just aim for the area around Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon). The southern part of the park is gorgeous too.

Maybe head down the west coast to Ceredigion and Pembrokeshire - fabulous coastlines and beaches. The former is part of the heartland of the Welsh language, so you may hear it in cafes, shops etc.

The Gower Peninsula, Brecon Beacons etc are great too, and there’s lovely spots in less touristy areas too e.g. Vale of Glamorgan, South Wales valleys.

Happy to give more information if you want. I’ve worked in tourism in the past, and as you can tell, I’m a fan

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By *xfordshireCoupleMFCouple
over a year ago

Nr. Oxford

Edinburgh is stunning and well worth the trip. Lots to do indoors in various art museums as well as outdoors, so is good for inclement weather.

Oxford is ok too, but we’d say is more of a winter day trip than any longer as lots of activities are river based and it’s a bit cold for that!

Dartmoor is lovely just for chilling out and driving around small fishing villages, and the Lake District the same but with lakeside villages.

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By *ablo minibar123Woman
over a year ago

I imagine Whitby is nice this time of year

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

What recommendations do you have and what is there to do and see there?

Totally biased, but Wales is awesome, especially in winter, when it’s quieter and the landscapes are very dramatic (pack wet weather gear, of course).

I’d head to Eryri (Snowdonia). If you do, don’t just aim for the area around Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon). The southern part of the park is gorgeous too.

Maybe head down the west coast to Ceredigion and Pembrokeshire - fabulous coastlines and beaches. The former is part of the heartland of the Welsh language, so you may hear it in cafes, shops etc.

The Gower Peninsula, Brecon Beacons etc are great too, and there’s lovely spots in less touristy areas too e.g. Vale of Glamorgan, South Wales valleys.

Happy to give more information if you want. I’ve worked in tourism in the past, and as you can tell, I’m a fan

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Excellent suggestions

NBVN x

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By *partharmony OP Couple
over a year ago

Ruislip

What recommendations do you have and what is there to do and see there?

Totally biased, but Wales is awesome, especially in winter, when it’s quieter and the landscapes are very dramatic (pack wet weather gear, of course).

I’d head to Eryri (Snowdonia). If you do, don’t just aim for the area around Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon). The southern part of the park is gorgeous too.

Maybe head down the west coast to Ceredigion and Pembrokeshire - fabulous coastlines and beaches. The former is part of the heartland of the Welsh language, so you may hear it in cafes, shops etc.

The Gower Peninsula, Brecon Beacons etc are great too, and there’s lovely spots in less touristy areas too e.g. Vale of Glamorgan, South Wales valleys.

Happy to give more information if you want. I’ve worked in tourism in the past, and as you can tell, I’m a fan

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The countryside is lovely but wouldn't want to only be out walking. What are the sites? What are the visitor attractions to head for?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

All the Christmas markets are on in Edinburgh id deffo say there its lovely this time of year

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By *ranny-CrumpetWoman
over a year ago

The Town by The Cross

When are your few days off ? Now ? Soon ?

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By *ranny-CrumpetWoman
over a year ago

The Town by The Cross

Are you going to have transport ?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Dublin

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Why not do Edinburgh +Glasgow.. And pop into Falkirk to see the wheel +the kelpies as you travel between the two cities

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

.. If you post in the scotland forum you'll find lots of very friendly people with recommendations x

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By *eyond PurityCouple
over a year ago

Lincolnshire

Chester and York are lovely this time of year.

Both have a lot of history, cathedrals of course, Roman walls and lots of interesting shops and cafes…waterside and park walks.

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By *ancer36Woman
over a year ago

Stirling

Edinburgh has many tourist attractions and the Christmas markets have started also. Dean Village is stunning and great for a walk, as is the surrounding areas of Bruntsfield, Stockbridge..Stockbridge also has a foodie market on a Sunday that’s amazing, lots of quirky and vintage style shops too.

The grass market and George street are great for food/drinks you could visit the Dome which is iconic at Christmas time and does an excellent afternoon tea.There is a newly built shopping centre nearby also.

If venturing a little further out Leith has a great indoor street food and drinks venue with live music called Leith Arches - would be an easy taxi journey from the city centre.

You could catch a show at the Playhouse theatre and take a walk up the royal mile for great old fashioned pubs, museums etc

It’s a great city with loads to do

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Harrogate. Trip to Betty’s, a walk in the park followed by a rummage in one of the many antique shops.

Horsey in Norfolk. See the seal pups as you walk along the beach before riding a steam train.

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By *icecouple561Couple
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over a year ago

East Sussex

Have you ever been to Canterbury? It's lovely and plenty to see.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

The Cotswolds are a great place to head for a few days away.

Plenty of good restaurants and hotels. Some great walks especially up to Broadway Tower. Lots of independent shops for browsing and generally away from too many tourists this time of year. The whole area has a great feel to it and is completely unrushed by life

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By *partharmony OP Couple
over a year ago

Ruislip

"When are your few days off ? Now ? Soon ?"

Next week from Tuesday to the weekend.

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By *partharmony OP Couple
over a year ago

Ruislip

"Are you going to have transport ?"

It depends how far it is. For Scotland probably not, for somewhere within 100 miles we probably would. We don't want to spend all our time driving and running our car into the ground.

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By *ost SockMan
over a year ago

West Wales and Cardiff

What recommendations do you have and what is there to do and see there?

Totally biased, but Wales is awesome, especially in winter, when it’s quieter and the landscapes are very dramatic (pack wet weather gear, of course).

I’d head to Eryri (Snowdonia). If you do, don’t just aim for the area around Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon). The southern part of the park is gorgeous too.

Maybe head down the west coast to Ceredigion and Pembrokeshire - fabulous coastlines and beaches. The former is part of the heartland of the Welsh language, so you may hear it in cafes, shops etc.

The Gower Peninsula, Brecon Beacons etc are great too, and there’s lovely spots in less touristy areas too e.g. Vale of Glamorgan, South Wales valleys.

Happy to give more information if you want. I’ve worked in tourism in the past, and as you can tell, I’m a fan

Excellent suggestions

NBVN x"

Diolch

I’ll have a think about attractions.

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By *2000ManMan
over a year ago

Worthing

Cornwall.

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By *partharmony OP Couple
over a year ago

Ruislip

"Cornwall."

I know Cornwall exists. Do you have any suggestions of what to do and see down there?

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By *ablo minibar123Woman
over a year ago

"Cornwall.

I know Cornwall exists. Do you have any suggestions of what to do and see down there? "

It really depends what your interests are, I hear they have a few nice beaches.

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By *ablo minibar123Woman
over a year ago

If you wanted Cornwall , you could visit Truro for the Christmas market or the Eden project and the lost gardens of heligan if plants do it for you.

Plenty of nice restaurants about, but the best ones have very limited availability

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By *orkshireDrifterMan
over a year ago

Nafferton, nr Driffield.

"Chester and York are lovely this time of year.

Both have a lot of history, cathedrals of course, Roman walls and lots of interesting shops and cafes…waterside and park walks.

Again somewhat biased but York trips Chester, a beautiful place,more original architecture, lots to explore catering for a wide range of tastes and set in beautiful countryside.

(Some lovely local swingers if you get the itch as well......

(Two hours from Kings Cross or about four hours driving from Redhill).

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Cornwall.

I know Cornwall exists. Do you have any suggestions of what to do and see down there? "

Lots of things. I am

Happy to be a tour guide. Depends what sort of things you want to see and do?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

York, so much to do and Christmas market is on.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I imagine Whitby is nice this time of year"

I was there last week and it’s lovely but quite a few restaurants shut down till December

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By *rHotNottsMan
over a year ago

Dubai & Nottingham

"I imagine Whitby is nice this time of year"

It is is lovely and Robin Hoods bay is worth a visit. Staithes is meant to be nice too. You could combine with York too

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

We love Trecco Bay in Porthcawl, its run by Parkdean but has a good few things to do, I don't know if you have to rent a caravan in order to use all the facilities, I know you do for the restaurant x

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By *rHotNottsMan
over a year ago

Dubai & Nottingham

"Harrogate. Trip to Betty’s, a walk in the park followed by a rummage in one of the many antique shops.

Horsey in Norfolk. See the seal pups as you walk along the beach before riding a steam train. "

Diddnt know they had seal pups there !

I took a boat to middle Farn a couple weeks ago the whole island is literally coveted in seal pups this time of year. Northumberland is great but a long way from Redhill. Lots of castles along the beach and you can drive to Holy Island at low tide.

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By *partharmony OP Couple
over a year ago

Ruislip

"York, so much to do and Christmas market is on. "

Hannah lived in York for a year so we know it very well. I'm afraid that's off our list because we want to try somewhere less familiar.

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By *ooBulMan
over a year ago

Missin’ Yo’ Kissin’

Go to Dublin? Don't know what Covid is like over there though....

Weather is like here at the mo. Perfect excuse to stay in a pub & drink Guiness near the fire.

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By *partharmony OP Couple
over a year ago

Ruislip

"Cornwall.

I know Cornwall exists. Do you have any suggestions of what to do and see down there?

Lots of things. I am

Happy to be a tour guide. Depends what sort of things you want to see and do? "

Well there's an offer. We like galleries, museums, generally wandering around interesting towns, churches, good restaurants and especially spas. We're big fans of naturism but November isn't really the best month for it.

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By *partharmony OP Couple
over a year ago

Ruislip

"Harrogate. Trip to Betty’s, a walk in the park followed by a rummage in one of the many antique shops.

Horsey in Norfolk. See the seal pups as you walk along the beach before riding a steam train. "

The seals sound very interesting. How likely are we to see them?

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By *partharmony OP Couple
over a year ago

Ruislip

"Cornwall.

I know Cornwall exists. Do you have any suggestions of what to do and see down there?

Lots of things. I am

Happy to be a tour guide. Depends what sort of things you want to see and do?

Oh, and wildlife centres.

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