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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

I'm thinking of taking the sleeper train up to Edinburgh next week.

Has anyone used it? Is it vile, better than sitting up in a chair all night or better than you expected?

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By *iamondjoeMan
over a year ago

Glastonbury

Fly

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

"Fly"

That won't work. I'm doing it to do something I have NEVER done before. I've never been on a sleeper train in a berth.

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By *iamondjoeMan
over a year ago

Glastonbury

Oh ok.

Well... just do it?

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By *icecouple561Couple
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over a year ago

East Sussex

"Fly

That won't work. I'm doing it to do something I have NEVER done before. I've never been on a sleeper train in a berth.

Do you sleep in a carriage with three other people?

I think you should do it, sounds romantic.

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By *oddyWoman
over a year ago

between havant and chichester

"I'm thinking of taking the sleeper train up to Edinburgh next week.

Has anyone used it? Is it vile, better than sitting up in a chair all night or better than you expected?

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I did it a few yrs a go try to book a cabin if you can as the seats dont go back very far they put the lights out after 1st stop and if you want a drink in night the guard makes it free of charge

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By *bbandflowCouple
over a year ago

South Devon

Go for it sounds fun...

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

Love to go on it one day

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

"Fly

That won't work. I'm doing it to do something I have NEVER done before. I've never been on a sleeper train in a berth.

Do you sleep in a carriage with three other people?

I think you should do it, sounds romantic."

I'll be booking a solo berth.

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

"I'm thinking of taking the sleeper train up to Edinburgh next week.

Has anyone used it? Is it vile, better than sitting up in a chair all night or better than you expected?

I did it a few yrs a go try to book a cabin if you can as the seats dont go back very far they put the lights out after 1st stop and if you want a drink in night the guard makes it free of charge "

Will the guard deliver whisky to me?

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

"Oh ok.

Well... just do it?"

I just don't want it to be like camping, but on a train. I can't do camping.

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By *icecouple561Couple
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over a year ago

East Sussex

"Fly

That won't work. I'm doing it to do something I have NEVER done before. I've never been on a sleeper train in a berth.

Do you sleep in a carriage with three other people?

I think you should do it, sounds romantic.

I'll be booking a solo berth.

It sounds great to me and a bit of an adventure.

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

"Fly

That won't work. I'm doing it to do something I have NEVER done before. I've never been on a sleeper train in a berth.

Do you sleep in a carriage with three other people?

I think you should do it, sounds romantic.

I'll be booking a solo berth.

It sounds great to me and a bit of an adventure."

That's the idea.

I have a couple of weeks off, with some odd days not accounted for, so I thought I would have an adventure.

There's a shop in Edinburgh called Lickety Splits so I should go and find it.

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By *oddyWoman
over a year ago

between havant and chichester

"Fly

That won't work. I'm doing it to do something I have NEVER done before. I've never been on a sleeper train in a berth.

Do you sleep in a carriage with three other people?

I think you should do it, sounds romantic.

I'll be booking a solo berth.

It sounds great to me and a bit of an adventure.

That's the idea.

I have a couple of weeks off, with some odd days not accounted for, so I thought I would have an adventure.

There's a shop in Edinburgh called Lickety Splits so I should go and find it.

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take a selfie in front of it

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By *icecouple561Couple
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over a year ago

East Sussex

"Fly

That won't work. I'm doing it to do something I have NEVER done before. I've never been on a sleeper train in a berth.

Do you sleep in a carriage with three other people?

I think you should do it, sounds romantic.

I'll be booking a solo berth.

It sounds great to me and a bit of an adventure.

That's the idea.

I have a couple of weeks off, with some odd days not accounted for, so I thought I would have an adventure.

There's a shop in Edinburgh called Lickety Splits so I should go and find it.

It's fate!

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By *irtyGirlWoman
over a year ago

Edinburgh

Don't expect to get much sleep. Unless you have sleeping pills. Then wire in.

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

I'd better get onto the Scottish forum and find out what's happening up there.

Or should I book a double berth and try and arrange a strangers on a train meet?

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By *irtyGirlWoman
over a year ago

Edinburgh

"Fly

That won't work. I'm doing it to do something I have NEVER done before. I've never been on a sleeper train in a berth.

Do you sleep in a carriage with three other people?

I think you should do it, sounds romantic.

I'll be booking a solo berth.

It sounds great to me and a bit of an adventure.

That's the idea.

I have a couple of weeks off, with some odd days not accounted for, so I thought I would have an adventure.

There's a shop in Edinburgh called Lickety Splits so I should go and find it.

Let me know when you're coming and I'll take you to the shop and do lunch if you fancy? x

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

"Don't expect to get much sleep. Unless you have sleeping pills. Then wire in.

Wire in?

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

Sounds like fun.

I should probably start doing more stuff with my time off work.

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

"Fly

That won't work. I'm doing it to do something I have NEVER done before. I've never been on a sleeper train in a berth.

Do you sleep in a carriage with three other people?

I think you should do it, sounds romantic.

I'll be booking a solo berth.

It sounds great to me and a bit of an adventure.

That's the idea.

I have a couple of weeks off, with some odd days not accounted for, so I thought I would have an adventure.

There's a shop in Edinburgh called Lickety Splits so I should go and find it.

Let me know when you're coming and I'll take you to the shop and do lunch if you fancy? x"

I'll sort it out tomorrow and let you know. It would be lovely to meet you.

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

"Sounds like fun.

I should probably start doing more stuff with my time off work."

I'll get a double berth, if you like?

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By *irtyGirlWoman
over a year ago

Edinburgh

"Don't expect to get much sleep. Unless you have sleeping pills. Then wire in.

Wire in?

Haha... it may be a Scottish expression... like go for it.

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By *icecouple561Couple
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over a year ago

East Sussex

"Fly

That won't work. I'm doing it to do something I have NEVER done before. I've never been on a sleeper train in a berth.

Do you sleep in a carriage with three other people?

I think you should do it, sounds romantic.

I'll be booking a solo berth.

It sounds great to me and a bit of an adventure.

That's the idea.

I have a couple of weeks off, with some odd days not accounted for, so I thought I would have an adventure.

There's a shop in Edinburgh called Lickety Splits so I should go and find it.

Let me know when you're coming and I'll take you to the shop and do lunch if you fancy? x

I'll sort it out tomorrow and let you know. It would be lovely to meet you.

Oooo a sismance

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

"Don't expect to get much sleep. Unless you have sleeping pills. Then wire in.

Wire in?

Haha... it may be a Scottish expression... like go for it.

I need a Scottish/English translator.

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

"Don't expect to get much sleep. Unless you have sleeping pills. Then wire in.

Wire in?

Haha... it may be a Scottish expression... like go for it.

I use that all the time when I put food on the table!!

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

Let me know when you're coming and I'll take you to the shop and do lunch if you fancy? x

I'll sort it out tomorrow and let you know. It would be lovely to meet you.

Oooo a sismance

I'm straight and she might not fancy me anyway.

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By *ohnaronMan
over a year ago

london

"I'm thinking of taking the sleeper train up to Edinburgh next week.

Has anyone used it? Is it vile, better than sitting up in a chair all night or better than you expected?

I did it a few yrs a go try to book a cabin if you can as the seats dont go back very far they put the lights out after 1st stop and if you want a drink in night the guard makes it free of charge

Will the guard deliver whisky to me?

Its a long time since i took the train to edinburgh. I travelled 1st and 3 rd class. 1st had padding at either end of birth which reduced space for my 6 foot 3 frame so i was much more comfortable travelling 3 rd. Guards were wonderful. Would provide coffee aspirin or scotch all throgh the night but make sure you tip them well

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

"I'm thinking of taking the sleeper train up to Edinburgh next week.

Has anyone used it? Is it vile, better than sitting up in a chair all night or better than you expected?

Hi - it's been a few years since I did the journey to Glasgow, as a similar things-I've-done to your plans. Better than I expected, so much so that I nearly slept in!

I say go for it - and welcome to Scotland!

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

"I'm thinking of taking the sleeper train up to Edinburgh next week.

Has anyone used it? Is it vile, better than sitting up in a chair all night or better than you expected?

Hi - it's been a few years since I did the journey to Glasgow, as a similar things-I've-done to your plans. Better than I expected, so much so that I nearly slept in!

I say go for it - and welcome to Scotland!"

Thanks! I assume they would turf me off the train if I slept in.

Now to find a nice hotel in Edinburgh and make some plans to see stuff.

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

"I'm thinking of taking the sleeper train up to Edinburgh next week.

Has anyone used it? Is it vile, better than sitting up in a chair all night or better than you expected?

I did it a few yrs a go try to book a cabin if you can as the seats dont go back very far they put the lights out after 1st stop and if you want a drink in night the guard makes it free of charge

Will the guard deliver whisky to me?

At 5' I shouldn't have that problem.

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By *heBirminghamWeekendMan
over a year ago

here

"I'm thinking of taking the sleeper train up to Edinburgh next week.

Has anyone used it? Is it vile, better than sitting up in a chair all night or better than you expected?

Hi - it's been a few years since I did the journey to Glasgow, as a similar things-I've-done to your plans. Better than I expected, so much so that I nearly slept in!

I say go for it - and welcome to Scotland!

Thanks! I assume they would turf me off the train if I slept in.

Now to find a nice hotel in Edinburgh and make some plans to see stuff.

Want some hotel info?

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By *obbytupperMan
over a year ago

Menston near Ilkley

Break your journey half way, you have friends in Leeds.

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

"I'm thinking of taking the sleeper train up to Edinburgh next week.

Has anyone used it? Is it vile, better than sitting up in a chair all night or better than you expected?

Hi - it's been a few years since I did the journey to Glasgow, as a similar things-I've-done to your plans. Better than I expected, so much so that I nearly slept in!

I say go for it - and welcome to Scotland!

Thanks! I assume they would turf me off the train if I slept in.

Now to find a nice hotel in Edinburgh and make some plans to see stuff.

Want some hotel info?"

Yes please, Scotty.

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

"Break your journey half way, you have friends in Leeds.

I think the train goes on through the night. I'm up for an adventure but leaping from a moving train isn't the one that's at the top of my list.

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By *ighland_RoseCouple
over a year ago

Brigadoon

Michael Portillo travelled on the sleeper in one of his shows, maybe you can find it online. Seems a short distance to go by sleeper, why not go all the way to Ft William and see the Highlands!

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over a year ago

"Michael Portillo travelled on the sleeper in one of his shows, maybe you can find it online. Seems a short distance to go by sleeper, why not go all the way to Ft William and see the Highlands!"

If it hadn't been for work I'd have done just that, so tempting on a sunny spring morning!

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By *candiumWoman
over a year ago

oban

I've been on the sleeper train a couple of times. Its lovely.

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By *he tactile technicianMan
over a year ago

the good lands, the bad lands, the any where you may want me lands

always used to use it for business. Catch the 23:00 out of Euston, its all a bit tired and tatty nowadays, but very relaxing and the community of fascinating people that travel regularly on the sleepers to Glasgow, Fort Bill and Edinburgh are wonderful. A great shame that they don't refurbish the carriages and the cabins

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

Solo berth is best as cabin is v small.

Won't get much sleep as rolling train noises put me right off at least!

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By *rightonsteveMan
over a year ago

Brighton - even Hove!

I think it sounds exciting.

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By *eavenNhellCouple
over a year ago

carrbrook stalybridge

if you are thinking of traveling in the ordinery coach you MUST book a seat as it is limited availability . have used this several times and had no problem sleeping apart from when train splits at edinboro . seats are comphy enough and blindfolds are provided (kinky) i pod with quiet music blots out any noise and rolling action of the train soon has you away with the fairies

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

"Fly

That won't work. I'm doing it to do something I have NEVER done before. I've never been on a sleeper train in a berth.

How's the list going?

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By *nked_kittenWoman
over a year ago

Ankh Morpork

Next year im getting the sleeper train to edingburgh for a couple of days and then onto fort william

I hope you enjoy your trip

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By *empting Devil.Woman
over a year ago

Sheffield

I got a sleeper train to Italy once. I was in a top berth which was great cos I could observe the others and not be too disturbed - it was like in bunk cabaret!

Don't expect too much sleep or it to be too good quality, and don't have any expectations of those around you. Hopefully you'll find it entertaining.

Wear something comfy and easy to change. Take thick socks to keep your toes toasty and so you don't get cold feet on the way to the loo.

I was able to get my luggage on my berth with me instead of having to park it under the bottom one (I'm not tall either...) which was handy.

Pack snacks.

Enjoy, it's an experience and I thoroughly enjoyed mine. In fact I'm a bit envious.

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By *ifornowCouple
over a year ago

Skegness

We have always fancied it.....would go further north to Inverness though.

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By *abioMan
over a year ago

Newcastle and Gateshead

"I'm thinking of taking the sleeper train up to Edinburgh next week.

Has anyone used it? Is it vile, better than sitting up in a chair all night or better than you expected?

i liked them.....

if you go as a single person you always end up sharing with a person of the same sex,

and sometimes you can upgrade to your own single berth.....

getting a berth is still much better than a seat.. even if the seat does recline a little more than a normal seat would.....

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

"Michael Portillo travelled on the sleeper in one of his shows, maybe you can find it online. Seems a short distance to go by sleeper, why not go all the way to Ft William and see the Highlands!"

That was the original idea but there appear to be works or something and no tickets available.

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

"Fly

That won't work. I'm doing it to do something I have NEVER done before. I've never been on a sleeper train in a berth.

How's the list going?

I still need to identify 11 things to do. Working on one of the things later today. Shh, I might be going illegal.

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By *abioMan
over a year ago

Newcastle and Gateshead

"Michael Portillo travelled on the sleeper in one of his shows, maybe you can find it online. Seems a short distance to go by sleeper, why not go all the way to Ft William and see the Highlands!

That was the original idea but there appear to be works or something and no tickets available."

pm me with the dates... and i'll find out if there is any work planned.....

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

"I'm thinking of taking the sleeper train up to Edinburgh next week.

Has anyone used it? Is it vile, better than sitting up in a chair all night or better than you expected?

i liked them.....

if you go as a single person you always end up sharing with a person of the same sex,

and sometimes you can upgrade to your own single berth.....

getting a berth is still much better than a seat.. even if the seat does recline a little more than a normal seat would....."

It has the option to book single on your own so I'll be doing that.

I'm waiting for Scotty to give me some hotel suggestions and will book it all after my my constitutional with the dog.

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

I have done a sleeper through the Balkans and across South America, first was excellent second not good! Considering using one from Germany to Slovenia next summer to cut down on riding time, as north Europe bores me a bit..

But never used one in the UK, so absolutely useless to you once again

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By *abioMan
over a year ago

Newcastle and Gateshead

are you booking there and back.. or just one way......

the busiest sleepers were always the friday night and sunday night sleepers.... and remember sleepers don't run on saturday nights......

the best sleepers to travel on and get what you want are always the sleepers tuesday to thursday

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By *irtyGirlWoman
over a year ago

Edinburgh

"I'm thinking of taking the sleeper train up to Edinburgh next week.

Has anyone used it? Is it vile, better than sitting up in a chair all night or better than you expected?

i liked them.....

if you go as a single person you always end up sharing with a person of the same sex,

and sometimes you can upgrade to your own single berth.....

getting a berth is still much better than a seat.. even if the seat does recline a little more than a normal seat would.....

It has the option to book single on your own so I'll be doing that.

I'm waiting for Scotty to give me some hotel suggestions and will book it all after my my constitutional with the dog.

To book alone, you're effectively booking first class and it is more expensive but I wouldn't be sharing a sleeper carriage with a random although you would get another female.

I did it to London on a work visit cause I'd never done it before. It was an experience. I'm not sure I'd repeat it.

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

"Fly

That won't work. I'm doing it to do something I have NEVER done before. I've never been on a sleeper train in a berth.

How's the list going?

I still need to identify 11 things to do. Working on one of the things later today. Shh, I might be going illegal.

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By *ophieslutTV/TS
over a year ago

Central

I love sleeper trains but haven't used British ones - but the feedback I've heard about the Scottish one is generally good.

I fly a lot too but the option of arriving in the centre of a city, refreshed after a reasonably good nights sleep and rest: assuming you're in bed and actually sleeping, rather than something else, is appealing. No hassle of getting to and from airports - and Edinburgh airport used to be a hassle. Though think the transport link may be improved now.

Have a great trip, before these services disappear.

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By *ighting17thMan
over a year ago

Bodmin

"I'm thinking of taking the sleeper train up to Edinburgh next week.

Has anyone used it? Is it vile, better than sitting up in a chair all night or better than you expected?

It takes about three or four weeks ( or at least it will seem like it!)

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By *ighting17thMan
over a year ago

Bodmin

Your bank manager won't be able to sleep, that's for sure!

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By *nnyMan
over a year ago

Glasgow

"I'm thinking of taking the sleeper train up to Edinburgh next week.

Has anyone used it? Is it vile, better than sitting up in a chair all night or better than you expected?

It takes about three or four weeks ( or at least it will seem like it!)"

It is, or used to be, so quick the train sat outside the destination (King's Cross usually in my case) till a sensible hour to take the passengers into the station.

As I recall, you even got a voucher for a shower in the station heads.

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

It was on my list to go to Edinburgh I did it last year on my own stayed Sheraton grand hotel and spa. Travelled first class but weekends are not as good as during the week

. didn't go overnight though.

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

"I have done a sleeper through the Balkans and across South America, first was excellent second not good! Considering using one from Germany to Slovenia next summer to cut down on riding time, as north Europe bores me a bit..

But never used one in the UK, so absolutely useless to you once again

I'm still waiting for my LMP!

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

"I'm thinking of taking the sleeper train up to Edinburgh next week.

Has anyone used it? Is it vile, better than sitting up in a chair all night or better than you expected?

i liked them.....

if you go as a single person you always end up sharing with a person of the same sex,

and sometimes you can upgrade to your own single berth.....

getting a berth is still much better than a seat.. even if the seat does recline a little more than a normal seat would.....

It has the option to book single on your own so I'll be doing that.

I'm waiting for Scotty to give me some hotel suggestions and will book it all after my my constitutional with the dog.

To book alone, you're effectively booking first class and it is more expensive but I wouldn't be sharing a sleeper carriage with a random although you would get another female.

I did it to London on a work visit cause I'd never done it before. It was an experience. I'm not sure I'd repeat it.

The only thing left was first class so I've booked it!

I do hope the Lickety Splits shop is worth the visit.

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

"Your bank manager won't be able to sleep, that's for sure!"

I have just spent a small fortune for this very short trip but I'm doing it for the adventure and because I've never done it before.

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

"It was on my list to go to Edinburgh I did it last year on my own stayed Sheraton grand hotel and spa. Travelled first class but weekends are not as good as during the week

. didn't go overnight though. "

What's the Sheraton like?

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

"I'm thinking of taking the sleeper train up to Edinburgh next week.

Has anyone used it? Is it vile, better than sitting up in a chair all night or better than you expected?

i liked them.....

if you go as a single person you always end up sharing with a person of the same sex,

and sometimes you can upgrade to your own single berth.....

getting a berth is still much better than a seat.. even if the seat does recline a little more than a normal seat would.....

It has the option to book single on your own so I'll be doing that.

I'm waiting for Scotty to give me some hotel suggestions and will book it all after my my constitutional with the dog.

To book alone, you're effectively booking first class and it is more expensive but I wouldn't be sharing a sleeper carriage with a random although you would get another female.

I did it to London on a work visit cause I'd never done it before. It was an experience. I'm not sure I'd repeat it.

The only thing left was first class so I've booked it!

I do hope the Lickety Splits shop is worth the visit.

I'm sure it will be - they do cracking Soor Plooms!!

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

I do hope the Lickety Splits shop is worth the visit.

I'm sure it will be - they do cracking Soor Plooms!! "

Will I like a Soor Ploom or will I

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By *irtyGirlWoman
over a year ago

Edinburgh

I do hope the Lickety Splits shop is worth the visit.

I'm sure it will be - they do cracking Soor Plooms!!

Will I like a Soor Ploom or will I

Yes that face is accurate!

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

I do hope the Lickety Splits shop is worth the visit.

I'm sure it will be - they do cracking Soor Plooms!!

Will I like a Soor Ploom or will I

Yes that face is accurate!

Yep - Haha!!

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over a year ago

I do hope the Lickety Splits shop is worth the visit.

I'm sure it will be - they do cracking Soor Plooms!!

Will I like a Soor Ploom or will I

Didn't you know? It's compulsory to use the word 'sook' when discussing a soor ploom

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

I do hope the Lickety Splits shop is worth the visit.

I'm sure it will be - they do cracking Soor Plooms!!

Will I like a Soor Ploom or will I

Didn't you know? It's compulsory to use the word 'sook' when discussing a soor ploom "

Did I mention I might need a Babel Fish?

I see there is a club in Edinburgh if I can't find someone, I mean something, to do when I'm there.

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

"Fly

There's a shop in Edinburgh called Lickety Splits so I should go and find it.

take a selfie in front of it"

Ooh that's what I was thinking, or something you can use on your profile pics....very funny! X

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

"I'm thinking of taking the sleeper train up to Edinburgh next week.

Has anyone used it? Is it vile, better than sitting up in a chair all night or better than you expected?

£115 for a berth and you may have to share with someone of same sex. Which is a great way to meet new people, but a shit way if your travelling with a d*unk

seats are rubbish .

Used it a few times when in London and have to be in Scotland the next day .

Other than that is fly cattle class which is totally shit compare to a train .

My suggestion is see when military bands are playing in London and in Scotland

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

"I'm thinking of taking the sleeper train up to Edinburgh next week.

Has anyone used it? Is it vile, better than sitting up in a chair all night or better than you expected?

£115 for a berth and you may have to share with someone of same sex. Which is a great way to meet new people, but a shit way if your travelling with a d*unk

seats are rubbish .

Used it a few times when in London and have to be in Scotland the next day .

Other than that is fly cattle class which is totally shit compare to a train .

My suggestion is see when military bands are playing in London and in Scotland "

I'm all booked now, in a room on my own. By all accounts it's going to be a very full train.

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

"I'm thinking of taking the sleeper train up to Edinburgh next week.

Has anyone used it? Is it vile, better than sitting up in a chair all night or better than you expected?

£115 for a berth and you may have to share with someone of same sex. Which is a great way to meet new people, but a shit way if your travelling with a d*unk

seats are rubbish .

Used it a few times when in London and have to be in Scotland the next day .

Other than that is fly cattle class which is totally shit compare to a train .

My suggestion is see when military bands are playing in London and in Scotland

I'm all booked now, in a room on my own. By all accounts it's going to be a very full train.

I never get a choice, just what I am offered. Yes it's usually a good way .to travel , I very rarely travel on my own, but I would have taken the shared room as at least it's someone to hang out with.

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By *ighting17thMan
over a year ago

Bodmin

"Your bank manager won't be able to sleep, that's for sure!

I have just spent a small fortune for this very short trip but I'm doing it for the adventure and because I've never done it before.

I'm sure you'll love it!

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

I liked the Inside No 9 episode with the sleeper train.

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

"It was on my list to go to Edinburgh I did it last year on my own stayed Sheraton grand hotel and spa. Travelled first class but weekends are not as good as during the week

. didn't go overnight though.

What's the Sheraton like?

The bathroom had colour changing lights the bed was bloody fantastic so comfortable.

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

"It was on my list to go to Edinburgh I did it last year on my own stayed Sheraton grand hotel and spa. Travelled first class but weekends are not as good as during the week

. didn't go overnight though.

What's the Sheraton like?

The bathroom had colour changing lights the bed was bloody fantastic so comfortable. "

I do like a comfy bed. I hope the sheets are Egyptian Cotton with a decent thread count.

I don't think a light will change my colour.

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

Not done a sleeper but 1st class on Berlin to Prague was marvellous

A full compartment to ourselves in a rickety old carriage was just wonderful.

Plush red seats, curtains and liveried guards.

I half expected Poirot popping up.

Just do it

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

"Not done a sleeper but 1st class on Berlin to Prague was marvellous

A full compartment to ourselves in a rickety old carriage was just wonderful.

Plush red seats, curtains and liveried guards.

I half expected Poirot popping up.

Just do it

You and Fabio are the transport gurus, I expected more from you.

I won't have time to do Berlin to Prague but this adventure stuff might carry on beyond my adventure target.

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over a year ago

"It was on my list to go to Edinburgh I did it last year on my own stayed Sheraton grand hotel and spa. Travelled first class but weekends are not as good as during the week

. didn't go overnight though.

What's the Sheraton like?

The bathroom had colour changing lights the bed was bloody fantastic so comfortable.

I do like a comfy bed. I hope the sheets are Egyptian Cotton with a decent thread count.

I don't think a light will change my colour.

Yes they were I was just fascinated that the lights changed colour. It's near the castle and now the trams are working I think.

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over a year ago

"Sounds like fun.

I should probably start doing more stuff with my time off work.

I'll get a double berth, if you like?

No way - I don't want to see DG eat!

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

"It was on my list to go to Edinburgh I did it last year on my own stayed Sheraton grand hotel and spa. Travelled first class but weekends are not as good as during the week

. didn't go overnight though.

What's the Sheraton like?

The bathroom had colour changing lights the bed was bloody fantastic so comfortable.

I do like a comfy bed. I hope the sheets are Egyptian Cotton with a decent thread count.

I don't think a light will change my colour.

Yes they were I was just fascinated that the lights changed colour. It's near the castle and now the trams are working I think.

I'm getting very excited. I've only been to Edinburgh for a conference and didn't have time to see anything.

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

"Sounds like fun.

I should probably start doing more stuff with my time off work.

I'll get a double berth, if you like?

No way - I don't want to see DG eat!"

Chicken.

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By *L RogueMan
over a year ago

London

This all sounds very exciting!

Think I might give it a go!

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over a year ago

"It was on my list to go to Edinburgh I did it last year on my own stayed Sheraton grand hotel and spa. Travelled first class but weekends are not as good as during the week

. didn't go overnight though.

What's the Sheraton like?

The bathroom had colour changing lights the bed was bloody fantastic so comfortable.

I do like a comfy bed. I hope the sheets are Egyptian Cotton with a decent thread count.

I don't think a light will change my colour.

Yes they were I was just fascinated that the lights changed colour. It's near the castle and now the trams are working I think.

I'm getting very excited. I've only been to Edinburgh for a conference and didn't have time to see anything.

Hope you have a great time I am looking where I want to go on my own next

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over a year ago

"Sounds like fun.

I should probably start doing more stuff with my time off work.

I'll get a double berth, if you like?

No way - I don't want to see DG eat!

Chicken.

At least plucked I hope?

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

Hey , don't lock your door

or if you lock them ... have ear plugs , sleeping pills and a good book

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

"Hey , don't lock your door

or if you lock them ... have ear plugs , sleeping pills and a good book

So if I leave the door unlocked I don't need ear plugs?

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

and you might sleep very well after ??

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

Has anyone had a shower at a railway station? I'm having (low level) anxiety about that aspect of the whole thing.

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By *dam_TinaCouple
over a year ago

Hampshire

I did the overnight sleeper down to the French ski resorts a few years ago.

Didn't get any sleep at all.

Never again

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

"I did the overnight sleeper down to the French ski resorts a few years ago.

Didn't get any sleep at all.

Never again

I'm sort of prepared for not getting any sleep, although I usually do sleep on train journeys.

It's the toilets and having a shower that are worrying me.

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By *nnyMan
over a year ago

Glasgow

"Has anyone had a shower at a railway station? I'm having (low level) anxiety about that aspect of the whole thing.

My home shower blew up (about 20 years ago) and I spent a week using the showers in the head at Glasgow Central Station. Not a happy experience.

Little control over water direction led to flooding out under the door + the place attracted jakies and alkies.

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

"Has anyone had a shower at a railway station? I'm having (low level) anxiety about that aspect of the whole thing.

My home shower blew up (about 20 years ago) and I spent a week using the showers in the head at Glasgow Central Station. Not a happy experience.

Little control over water direction led to flooding out under the door + the place attracted jakies and alkies."

Thanks. Do you think the £5 charge for the shower might reduce that risk?

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By *wayne027Man
over a year ago

Birmingham

The sleeper train is great and very relaxing the company I work for have the contract for the Caledoniansleeper train.. Funny enough I'm the sponsor for the client and have made many journeys to and from Scotland on the sleeper train

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

"The sleeper train is great and very relaxing the company I work for have the contract for the Caledoniansleeper train.. Funny enough I'm the sponsor for the client and have made many journeys to and from Scotland on the sleeper train "

What about the shower situation?

I don't know if it's going to be worse wandering around Edinburgh after just a wash on board or having the shower.

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By *irtyGirlWoman
over a year ago

Edinburgh

What about the shower situation?

I don't know if it's going to be worse wandering around Edinburgh after just a wash on board or having the shower."

Fuck it... pack some baby wipes or go up to the hotel and leave your bag there if you can't check in. They have a spa so blag it and ask if you can have a swim then use the facilities there.

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

What about the shower situation?

I don't know if it's going to be worse wandering around Edinburgh after just a wash on board or having the shower.

Fuck it... pack some baby wipes or go up to the hotel and leave your bag there if you can't check in. They have a spa so blag it and ask if you can have a swim then use the facilities there.

I have had that thought too.

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By *ustcutieWoman
over a year ago

edinburgh

I shall keep my eye out for a smelly short woman and a woman with a tash on her butt when I'm in town tomorrow

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

"I shall keep my eye out for a smelly short woman and a woman with a tash on her butt when I'm in town tomorrow

My hair will also be really wild if I haven't washed it in the morning.

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By *ustcutieWoman
over a year ago

edinburgh

"I shall keep my eye out for a smelly short woman and a woman with a tash on her butt when I'm in town tomorrow

My hair will also be really wild if I haven't washed it in the morning."

I won't miss you then

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By *ex_OnTheBeachCouple
over a year ago

kent ( by the seaside )

"I shall keep my eye out for a smelly short woman and a woman with a tash on her butt when I'm in town tomorrow

My hair will also be really wild if I haven't washed it in the morning.

I won't miss you then

You will if you don't look down

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By *irtyGirlWoman
over a year ago

Edinburgh

"I shall keep my eye out for a smelly short woman and a woman with a tash on her butt when I'm in town tomorrow

Oi!!

That's my left breast!!

(My arse would need a bigger tache!)

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By *ustcutieWoman
over a year ago

edinburgh

"I shall keep my eye out for a smelly short woman and a woman with a tash on her butt when I'm in town tomorrow

My hair will also be really wild if I haven't washed it in the morning.

I won't miss you then

You will if you don't look down

Haha I'm not much taller

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By *ustcutieWoman
over a year ago

edinburgh

"I shall keep my eye out for a smelly short woman and a woman with a tash on her butt when I'm in town tomorrow

Oi!!

That's my left breast!!

(My arse would need a bigger tache!)

Oops sorry

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By *irtyGirlWoman
over a year ago

Edinburgh

"I shall keep my eye out for a smelly short woman and a woman with a tash on her butt when I'm in town tomorrow

Oi!!

That's my left breast!!

(My arse would need a bigger tache!)

Oops sorry

You're not the first!

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

"I shall keep my eye out for a smelly short woman and a woman with a tash on her butt when I'm in town tomorrow

My hair will also be really wild if I haven't washed it in the morning.

I won't miss you then

You will if you don't look down

Oi! With friends like you...

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By *ex_OnTheBeachCouple
over a year ago

kent ( by the seaside )

"I shall keep my eye out for a smelly short woman and a woman with a tash on her butt when I'm in town tomorrow

My hair will also be really wild if I haven't washed it in the morning.

I won't miss you then

You will if you don't look down

Oi! With friends like you...

You wouldn't have to complete mind boggling games ?

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

"I shall keep my eye out for a smelly short woman and a woman with a tash on her butt when I'm in town tomorrow

My hair will also be really wild if I haven't washed it in the morning.

I won't miss you then

You will if you don't look down

Oi! With friends like you...

You wouldn't have to complete mind boggling games ?

Exactly! What sort of friend sets out to get you addicted, frustrated and taunts you?

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

I hope you will be posting about your experience lickety? I've got you down as the new Judith charmers! Hehe

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By *ex_OnTheBeachCouple
over a year ago

kent ( by the seaside )

"I shall keep my eye out for a smelly short woman and a woman with a tash on her butt when I'm in town tomorrow

My hair will also be really wild if I haven't washed it in the morning.

I won't miss you then

You will if you don't look down

Oi! With friends like you...

You wouldn't have to complete mind boggling games ?

Exactly! What sort of friend sets out to get you addicted, frustrated and taunts you?

Ha ha you

us really

don't you?

Was just thinking this morning of taking a trip to Scotland in November, you'll have to let us know what it's like and best places to stay ect

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

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"I hope you will be posting about your experience lickety? I've got you down as the new Judith charmers! Hehe

I'm glad you're not suggesting I am like the old Judith.

I hope to find the Lickety Splits shop and get a picture there.

I've had someone tell me I have to find a certain stone and spit on it.

I won't be doing that.

My sister has suggested I grab someone in the first class lounge at the station and see what happens. I really don't know why she would suggest any such thing!

Do you think Judith Chalmers would grab anyone?

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

"I shall keep my eye out for a smelly short woman and a woman with a tash on her butt when I'm in town tomorrow

My hair will also be really wild if I haven't washed it in the morning.

I won't miss you then

You will if you don't look down

Oi! With friends like you...

You wouldn't have to complete mind boggling games ?

Exactly! What sort of friend sets out to get you addicted, frustrated and taunts you?

Ha ha you

us really

don't you?

Was just thinking this morning of taking a trip to Scotland in November, you'll have to let us know what it's like and best places to stay ect

The sleeper goes up to Aviemore. If I had the time I would do that and spend a day hiking.

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By *irtyGirlWoman
over a year ago

Edinburgh

Christ no pressure as tour guide then!!

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

well I'm from Scotland .. further up than Edinburgh... and I always go up in day would never thing about doing the sleeper .. takes me 9 hours to get back home ....

I like the views

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

"I hope you will be posting about your experience lickety? I've got you down as the new Judith charmers! Hehe

I'm glad you're not suggesting I am like the old Judith.

I hope to find the Lickety Splits shop and get a picture there.

I've had someone tell me I have to find a certain stone and spit on it.

I won't be doing that.

My sister has suggested I grab someone in the first class lounge at the station and see what happens. I really don't know why she would suggest any such thing!

Do you think Judith Chalmers would grab anyone?"

Well as you're the new improved version....and this is swingers forum...I'd say yep definitely!

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

"Christ no pressure as tour guide then!!

Yeah, I'll have to review the local guide skills for Oralminx.

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

"well I'm from Scotland .. further up than Edinburgh... and I always go up in day would never thing about doing the sleeper .. takes me 9 hours to get back home ....

I like the views "

I'm looking forward to the views on the way back.

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

The Lickety report is in:

Clean sheets, quiet carriage. Narrow bed. I only fell out once.

The showers at Edinburgh Station are lovely. Big rainfall showerhead in a lovely grey slate tiled wetroom. They provide toiletries and a towel.

Now plotting my activities for the day.

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By *irtyGirlWoman
over a year ago

Edinburgh

"The Lickety report is in:

Clean sheets, quiet carriage. Narrow bed. I only fell out once.

The showers at Edinburgh Station are lovely. Big rainfall showerhead in a lovely grey slate tiled wetroom. They provide toiletries and a towel.

Now plotting my activities for the day.

That's great news! I think you get to use the first class facilities if you book a whole cabin! And you have a dry day for it! Have fun!

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By *L RogueMan
over a year ago

London

"The Lickety report is in:

Clean sheets, quiet carriage. Narrow bed. I only fell out once.

The showers at Edinburgh Station are lovely. Big rainfall showerhead in a lovely grey slate tiled wetroom. They provide toiletries and a towel.

Now plotting my activities for the day.

Awesome! I have to give it a go!

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

"The Lickety report is in:

Clean sheets, quiet carriage. Narrow bed. I only fell out once.

The showers at Edinburgh Station are lovely. Big rainfall showerhead in a lovely grey slate tiled wetroom. They provide toiletries and a towel.

Now plotting my activities for the day.

How long are you staying ? The tourist buses are a good way of seeing lots. I did laugh at you falling out the bed cos I am wicked

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By *ustcutieWoman
over a year ago

edinburgh

"The Lickety report is in:

Clean sheets, quiet carriage. Narrow bed. I only fell out once.

The showers at Edinburgh Station are lovely. Big rainfall showerhead in a lovely grey slate tiled wetroom. They provide toiletries and a towel.

Now plotting my activities for the day.

Good to hear, hope you have a great time and find your sweet shop

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

I didn't find the sweet shop but I have walked for six hours, been to Leith for a seafood lunch and now checked into my hotel.

The bathroom has different coloured mood lighting. The fluffy robes look big enough to live in.

I did find the swingers club.

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over a year ago

"I didn't find the sweet shop but I have walked for six hours, been to Leith for a seafood lunch and now checked into my hotel.

The bathroom has different coloured mood lighting. The fluffy robes look big enough to live in.

I did find the swingers club.

Did you stay in the one I did then. There were loads of restaurants nearby have a great time

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

"I didn't find the sweet shop but I have walked for six hours, been to Leith for a seafood lunch and now checked into my hotel.

The bathroom has different coloured mood lighting. The fluffy robes look big enough to live in.

I did find the swingers club.

Did you stay in the one I did then. There were loads of restaurants nearby have a great time

I'm considering going to the rooftop pool but that would mean standing up and my feet might never forgive me if I do that now.

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By *om and JennieCouple
over a year ago

Chams or Socials

The sweet shop is off The Royal Mile xx

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

"Fly

That won't work. I'm doing it to do something I have NEVER done before. I've never been on a sleeper train in a berth.

Do you sleep in a carriage with three other people?

I think you should do it, sounds romantic.

I'll be booking a solo berth.

It sounds great to me and a bit of an adventure.

That's the idea.

I have a couple of weeks off, with some odd days not accounted for, so I thought I would have an adventure.

There's a shop in Edinburgh called Lickety Splits so I should go and find it.

take a selfie in front of it"

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over a year ago

"I'm thinking of taking the sleeper train up to Edinburgh next week.

Has anyone used it? Is it vile, better than sitting up in a chair all night or better than you expected?

I did it a few yrs a go try to book a cabin if you can as the seats dont go back very far they put the lights out after 1st stop and if you want a drink in night the guard makes it free of charge

Will the guard deliver whisky to me?

At 5' I shouldn't have that problem.

Don't worry if there's no beds, they'll just put you in a drawer.

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

"The sweet shop is off The Royal Mile xx"

Thanks. It's on the tour plan for tomorrow.

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over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

"I'm thinking of taking the sleeper train up to Edinburgh next week.

Has anyone used it? Is it vile, better than sitting up in a chair all night or better than you expected?

I did it a few yrs a go try to book a cabin if you can as the seats dont go back very far they put the lights out after 1st stop and if you want a drink in night the guard makes it free of charge

Will the guard deliver whisky to me?

At 5' I shouldn't have that problem.

Don't worry if there's no beds, they'll just put you in a drawer.

Catch up, I fell out of the bed.

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By *om and JennieCouple
over a year ago

Chams or Socials

"The sweet shop is off The Royal Mile xx

Thanks. It's on the tour plan for tomorrow.

Over the north bridge & turn left. Yummmmmmm

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By *irtyGirlWoman
over a year ago

Edinburgh

"The sweet shop is off The Royal Mile xx"

I'll take her in the morning.

Sounds like you've had a top day lovely! I didn't like to mention the club... I've never been but I've walked past it and it looks a tad seedy. The gang in the Scottish forum will likely give you an idea, there's a thread up about people going tonight.

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

"The sweet shop is off The Royal Mile xx

I'll take her in the morning.

I'm only fit to lay down somewhere comfy and be fed bon bons.

It's a lovely city but everything is on four levels.

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over a year ago

"I'm thinking of taking the sleeper train up to Edinburgh next week.

Has anyone used it? Is it vile, better than sitting up in a chair all night or better than you expected?

I did it a few yrs a go try to book a cabin if you can as the seats dont go back very far they put the lights out after 1st stop and if you want a drink in night the guard makes it free of charge

Will the guard deliver whisky to me?

At 5' I shouldn't have that problem.

Don't worry if there's no beds, they'll just put you in a drawer.

Catch up, I fell out of the bed.

So I saw. On the way back, ask for a drawer.

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By *irtyGirlWoman
over a year ago

Edinburgh

"I'm only fit to lay down somewhere comfy and be fed bon bons.

It's a lovely city but everything is on four levels."

I hope you've lined up some kilt wearing totty to pamper you!!!

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over a year ago

"I'm only fit to lay down somewhere comfy and be fed bon bons.

It's a lovely city but everything is on four levels.

I hope you've lined up some kilt wearing totty to pamper you!!! "

I am not lined up . Must be someone els e

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By *om and JennieCouple
over a year ago

Chams or Socials

"The sweet shop is off The Royal Mile xx

I'll take her in the morning.

I'm only fit to lay down somewhere comfy and be fed bon bons.

It's a lovely city but everything is on four levels."

Oh I know!! We've booked an apartment on the Mile next August

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

"I'm only fit to lay down somewhere comfy and be fed bon bons.

It's a lovely city but everything is on four levels.

I hope you've lined up some kilt wearing totty to pamper you!!! "

If only!

I had a swim then had alcohol to numb the pain and now I'm swaddled in the fluffy robe eating tablet!

I could do with a massage.

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over a year ago

"I'm only fit to lay down somewhere comfy and be fed bon bons.

It's a lovely city but everything is on four levels.

I hope you've lined up some kilt wearing totty to pamper you!!!

If only!

I had a swim then had alcohol to numb the pain and now I'm swaddled in the fluffy robe eating tablet!

I could do with a massage."

Ipad or Samsung?

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

"I'm only fit to lay down somewhere comfy and be fed bon bons.

It's a lovely city but everything is on four levels.

I hope you've lined up some kilt wearing totty to pamper you!!!

If only!

I had a swim then had alcohol to numb the pain and now I'm swaddled in the fluffy robe eating tablet!

I could do with a massage.

Ipad or Samsung?

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By *nnyMan
over a year ago

Glasgow

"The sweet shop is off The Royal Mile xx

I'll take her in the morning.

I'm only fit to lay down somewhere comfy and be fed bon bons.

It's a lovely city but everything is on four levels.

Oh I know!! We've booked an apartment on the Mile next August

I hope it has quadruple glazing

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By *irtyGirlWoman
over a year ago

Edinburgh

"The sweet shop is off The Royal Mile xx

I'll take her in the morning.

I'm only fit to lay down somewhere comfy and be fed bon bons.

It's a lovely city but everything is on four levels.

Oh I know!! We've booked an apartment on the Mile next August

I hope it has quadruple glazing

Yeah what possessed you to book the High Street in August?

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By *arry247Couple
over a year ago

Wakefield

"I'd better get onto the Scottish forum and find out what's happening up there.

Or should I book a double berth and try and arrange a strangers on a train meet?

That sounds fab a double birth and a selected group of men taking it in turns to play all through the trip.

Far better than sleeping.

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By *heBirminghamWeekendMan
over a year ago

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"I'm only fit to lay down somewhere comfy and be fed bon bons.

It's a lovely city but everything is on four levels.

I hope you've lined up some kilt wearing totty to pamper you!!!

If only!

I had a swim then had alcohol to numb the pain and now I'm swaddled in the fluffy robe eating tablet!

I could do with a massage."

Roof top pool or inside?

The hydro baths by the side of the pool are great. Also very easy to fall asleep in the quiet relaxing area.

Anything on at the Usher Hall while you are there? Rsno season started?

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By *is_irtygirlCouple
over a year ago

somewhere out there

"I'm thinking of taking the sleeper train up to Edinburgh next week.

Has anyone used it? Is it vile, better than sitting up in a chair all night or better than you expected?

I've so got to do this now! Definitely going on my bucket list! DG

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over a year ago

"I'm only fit to lay down somewhere comfy and be fed bon bons.

It's a lovely city but everything is on four levels.

I hope you've lined up some kilt wearing totty to pamper you!!!

If only!

I had a swim then had alcohol to numb the pain and now I'm swaddled in the fluffy robe eating tablet!

I could do with a massage.

Roof top pool or inside?

The hydro baths by the side of the pool are great. Also very easy to fall asleep in the quiet relaxing area.

Anything on at the Usher Hall while you are there? Rsno season started?"

Waiting for Godot is on at the Lyceum.

I'd recommend it to the OP, saw it a couple of weekends ago - excellent production.

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

You should do afternoon tea at the Dome if you've time.

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By *irtyGirlWoman
over a year ago

Edinburgh

"You should do afternoon tea at the Dome if you've time. "

The Dome do the best club sandwich I've ever had. Not cheap but delicious!

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over a year ago

"You should do afternoon tea at the Dome if you've time.

The Dome do the best club sandwich I've ever had. Not cheap but delicious! "

But you get that big bowl of chips with the sammiches too, makes it seem more reasonable

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By *om and JennieCouple
over a year ago

Chams or Socials

"The sweet shop is off The Royal Mile xx

I'll take her in the morning.

I'm only fit to lay down somewhere comfy and be fed bon bons.

It's a lovely city but everything is on four levels.

Oh I know!! We've booked an apartment on the Mile next August

I hope it has quadruple glazing

Yeah what possessed you to book the High Street in August?

We're nutters!!! My 40th & my Dad's 60th. We're coming up for the last night if the tattoo again & don't want to stay with family near Meadowbank as way too restrictive & the boys are coming too. It's only for a few nights over our bank holiday. I've not booked it so will check with my dad exactly where it is. We had to cancel our 1st apartment as my brother was getting married that weekend but moved to week before!!

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

It reminds me of an episode of Inside No 9, La Couchette it was called.

I've never done it but it sounds exciting.

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

"I'm only fit to lay down somewhere comfy and be fed bon bons.

It's a lovely city but everything is on four levels.

I hope you've lined up some kilt wearing totty to pamper you!!!

If only!

I had a swim then had alcohol to numb the pain and now I'm swaddled in the fluffy robe eating tablet!

I could do with a massage.

Roof top pool or inside?

The hydro baths by the side of the pool are great. Also very easy to fall asleep in the quiet relaxing area.

Anything on at the Usher Hall while you are there? Rsno season started?"

Roof top and I didn't cross the road to the Usher Hall.

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By *irtyGirlWoman
over a year ago

Edinburgh

Ha! Loving the avatar! I'm still eating jelly beans!

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By *dventuroususCouple
over a year ago

sunderland

I no of another lickety splits here in north east england, not far from where we live in Sunderland, it sells ice cream.

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

"I no of another lickety splits here in north east england, not far from where we live in Sunderland, it sells ice cream."

Now I'll have to !make another trip to the NE. There's one in New England too.

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over a year ago

"I no of another lickety splits here in north east england, not far from where we live in Sunderland, it sells ice cream.

Now I'll have to !make another trip to the NE. There's one in New England too.

I have seen the one in the NE when I was visiting a friend

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

"Ha! Loving the avatar! I'm still eating jelly beans!

I'm saving mine. I'm still on the train and a sugar rush might send me doolally.

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By *irtyGirlWoman
over a year ago

Edinburgh

"Ha! Loving the avatar! I'm still eating jelly beans!

I'm saving mine. I'm still on the train and a sugar rush might send me doolally.

Still on the train?!

Blimey woman! I was very productive... took Barney home to my folks to clean his windows and fit his new wiper blades then went to Ikea. I'm home and in my pjs.

Jelly beans are gone! Only one that was vile!

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

"Ha! Loving the avatar! I'm still eating jelly beans!

I'm saving mine. I'm still on the train and a sugar rush might send me doolally.

Still on the train?!

Blimey woman! I was very productive... took Barney home to my folks to clean his windows and fit his new wiper blades then went to Ikea. I'm home and in my pjs.

Jelly beans are gone! Only one that was vile!

The train is stuck.

Something has happened on the train ahead and they are waiting for an ambulance.

At least my feet have had a break but doing nothing on a train is exhausting.

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By *irtyGirlWoman
over a year ago

Edinburgh

Oh that's not good!! I hope whoever is poorly is okay and gets help soon.

Long day for you. Hope you get home soon. Stop eating E numbers and snooze?

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

"Oh that's not good!! I hope whoever is poorly is okay and gets help soon.

Long day for you. Hope you get home soon. Stop eating E numbers and snooze?"

I haven't had the E numbers, yet!

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By *irtyGirlWoman
over a year ago

Edinburgh

"Oh that's not good!! I hope whoever is poorly is okay and gets help soon.

Long day for you. Hope you get home soon. Stop eating E numbers and snooze?

I haven't had the E numbers, yet!

Gin?

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

Don't forget to ask for the drawer, don't want you falling out of bed again.

Or maybe just tie you down.....

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

"Don't forget to ask for the drawer, don't want you falling out of bed again.

Or maybe just tie you down..... "

I'm home, safe and sound, and watching Strictly. No drawers necessary!

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By *L RogueMan
over a year ago

London

"Don't forget to ask for the drawer, don't want you falling out of bed again.

Or maybe just tie you down.....

I'm home, safe and sound, and watching Strictly. No drawers necessary!

Good adventure!

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By *om and JennieCouple
over a year ago

Chams or Socials

Glad you found your shop!!!

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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

"Glad you found your shop!!! "

I had help. The shop next door is fabulous too.

I had a soor ploom - it's weirish.

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By *om and JennieCouple
over a year ago

Chams or Socials

"Glad you found your shop!!!

I had help. The shop next door is fabulous too.

I had a soor ploom - it's weirish.

Haha! We love them! Sounds like you had great fun. I have withdrawal symptoms - need to visit before August!!

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