wellsy 0 Posted March 15, 2008 Share Posted March 15, 2008 G'day lads and lasses, i am coming over to the mother country in early July for a quick stopover for 3 weeks before i have to return home. But i was wondering what are some sights and sounds that you people recommend over this July period? I am going to England, Spain, Italy and possibly the Czech Republic. So anything interesting happening around July that i must see or touristy locations i must go and visit. Give me ideas and sell me the places people! I and i am desperate to go to the north east. What is the easiest way to get to Newcastle? Catch the train? How long does it take? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peasepud 59 Posted March 15, 2008 Share Posted March 15, 2008 I and i am desperate to go to the north east. What is the easiest way to get to Newcastle? Catch the train? How long does it take? from where? would be handy start like! If you're going to spend a week or so in the UK then dont waste it on London, get out and about, up here and see the proper sights, Northumberland coastline, countryside, Bamburgh, Scotland and of course at least 2 nights here in toon. Outside of the UK I love Italy, fantastic place. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wellsy 0 Posted March 15, 2008 Author Share Posted March 15, 2008 I and i am desperate to go to the north east. What is the easiest way to get to Newcastle? Catch the train? How long does it take? from where? would be handy start like! If you're going to spend a week or so in the UK then dont waste it on London, get out and about, up here and see the proper sights, Northumberland coastline, countryside, Bamburgh, Scotland and of course at least 2 nights here in toon. Outside of the UK I love Italy, fantastic place. From London Whats to see on these so called 'proper sights' Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimbo 175 Posted March 15, 2008 Share Posted March 15, 2008 I and i am desperate to go to the north east. What is the easiest way to get to Newcastle? Catch the train? How long does it take? from where? would be handy start like! If you're going to spend a week or so in the UK then dont waste it on London, get out and about, up here and see the proper sights, Northumberland coastline, countryside, Bamburgh, Scotland and of course at least 2 nights here in toon. Outside of the UK I love Italy, fantastic place. From London Whats to see on these so called 'proper sights' http://www.visitnortheastengland.com/site/home Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve 0 Posted March 15, 2008 Share Posted March 15, 2008 Wellsy, from one Aussie to another, spend most of your time in London. Visit the north-east without a doubt, with the easiest way being the train from Kings Cross taking about three hours, but don't sacrifice enjoying London for Newcastle. Sure it's the unpopular opinion around here, but London is fantastic and by far and away my favourite part of England. Not to say that Newcastle sucks, because I have always enjoyed myself up there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luckyluke 2 Posted March 15, 2008 Share Posted March 15, 2008 Wellsy, from one Aussie to another, spend most of your time in London. Visit the north-east without a doubt, with the easiest way being the train from Kings Cross taking about three hours, but don't sacrifice enjoying London for Newcastle. Sure it's the unpopular opinion around here, but London is fantastic and by far and away my favourite part of England. Not to say that Newcastle sucks, because I have always enjoyed myself up there. You only enjoy London because it's full of you fellow cuntrymen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt 0 Posted March 16, 2008 Share Posted March 16, 2008 If you've got 3 weeks you can get out and see a lot of the UK. Don't spend more than a day on the typical London sights- they'll all be rammed with snap-happy tourists and once you've seen them, you can tick them off your list and forget about it. Far more interesting things in London that are much more interested but a little off the beaten track. Markets, little squares, tiny museums which open for a few hours a day, ancient churches, all infinitely better than gawping at Buckingham Palace or queueing 12 hours to get on that fucking wheel. Visit the parks. Find some travelling mates and have a BBQ in the park in the sun with some beers. Victoria Park in Hackney is quite nice (and is massive). Loads of good nights out but it depends what you're after. Old Street/Shoreditch is pretty interesting and not as expensive as other parts (west end ripoff merchants) although by day it seems to need a lick of paint (looks like a shit-tip). Heading up the east coast, York and Newcastle are certainly worth a visit. Sheadloads of history and great architecture. I'd throw in Durham Cathedral as well- amazing structure. They're all stops on the East Coast Main Line which you can get from Kings Cross. Coastal walks up Northumberland are a must. It's not as easy to get to but I really like the Peak District too- little towns like Buxton and Bakewell, depends how much of the country you want to cover. If you're up for 3 weeks then travel practicalities permitting you really should visit Scotland- part of the highlands are just breathtaking. Just don't tie yourself down to one place for too long, plan it well, book train tickets asap (you'll save a fortune). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sammynb 3655 Posted March 16, 2008 Share Posted March 16, 2008 Wellsy, from one Aussie to another, spend most of your time in London. Visit the north-east without a doubt, with the easiest way being the train from Kings Cross taking about three hours, but don't sacrifice enjoying London for Newcastle. Sure it's the unpopular opinion around here, but London is fantastic and by far and away my favourite part of England. Not to say that Newcastle sucks, because I have always enjoyed myself up there. You only enjoy London because it's full of you fellow cuntrymen. And here in lies why those with half a brain on this board realise you're a twat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Radgina 1 Posted March 16, 2008 Share Posted March 16, 2008 If you've got 3 weeks you can get out and see a lot of the UK. Don't spend more than a day on the typical London sights- they'll all be rammed with snap-happy tourists and once you've seen them, you can tick them off your list and forget about it. Far more interesting things in London that are much more interested but a little off the beaten track. Markets, little squares, tiny museums which open for a few hours a day, ancient churches, all infinitely better than gawping at Buckingham Palace or queueing 12 hours to get on that fucking wheel. Visit the parks. Find some travelling mates and have a BBQ in the park in the sun with some beers. Victoria Park in Hackney is quite nice (and is massive). Loads of good nights out but it depends what you're after. Old Street/Shoreditch is pretty interesting and not as expensive as other parts (west end ripoff merchants) although by day it seems to need a lick of paint (looks like a shit-tip). Heading up the east coast, York and Newcastle are certainly worth a visit. Sheadloads of history and great architecture. I'd throw in Durham Cathedral as well- amazing structure. They're all stops on the East Coast Main Line which you can get from Kings Cross. Coastal walks up Northumberland are a must. It's not as easy to get to but I really like the Peak District too- little towns like Buxton and Bakewell, depends how much of the country you want to cover. If you're up for 3 weeks then travel practicalities permitting you really should visit Scotland- part of the highlands are just breathtaking. Just don't tie yourself down to one place for too long, plan it well, book train tickets asap (you'll save a fortune). What he said....but really try and include Scotland...the scenery and Panoramic vistas are amazing !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luckyluke 2 Posted March 16, 2008 Share Posted March 16, 2008 Wellsy, from one Aussie to another, spend most of your time in London. Visit the north-east without a doubt, with the easiest way being the train from Kings Cross taking about three hours, but don't sacrifice enjoying London for Newcastle. Sure it's the unpopular opinion around here, but London is fantastic and by far and away my favourite part of England. Not to say that Newcastle sucks, because I have always enjoyed myself up there. You only enjoy London because it's full of you fellow cuntrymen. And here in lies why those with half a brain on this board realise you're a twat. Quite a short fuse haven't we, I was only pulling Steve's leg. Was going to offer you some advice for your trip but it would probably be wasted on a culturally bankrupt neanderthal such as yourself. Enjoy Earls' Court, shithead. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Fish 11112 Posted March 16, 2008 Share Posted March 16, 2008 (edited) I've noticed Aussies are like scousers. Can never hear a bad word about their place of origin, not even in jest. It's the most paranoid display of "pride" you'll ever see. Edited March 16, 2008 by The Fish Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob W 0 Posted March 16, 2008 Share Posted March 16, 2008 Italy - a few days in Rome just wandering around a city that has Victorian buildings next to ones 2500 years old.......... Florence for the culture Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peasepud 59 Posted March 16, 2008 Share Posted March 16, 2008 If you can drive and can afford it then hire a car, after all the country can be travelled top to bottom in a day, grab a car and drive up the east side, taking in the likes of York, Durham, toon and then scotland (via the coastal route). Go to Edinburgh then across to Glasgow, Loch Lomond and the likes before travelling back down through the Lake District and onto Liverpool (it is city of culture after all). The down into Stratford (Shakespeare country), Worcester, a lttle bot of Wales and then Cornwall for the surfing and barbies on the beach mate. Oh and dont forget Stoke and Telford on the way down just to bring you back down to earth Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wellsy 0 Posted March 16, 2008 Author Share Posted March 16, 2008 How hard is it to drive on the roads in England? Ive heard it is much harder than in Australia. Is that true for someone who has driven in both Australia and England? Ideally i would like to head up the coast in a car if possible and see everything that way. How much more difficult is it to see all these places by transport? Or is transport to these locations easy to use? I want to see that Bamburgh Castle. That looks cool, i vaguely remember that was in the background when they filmed Goal! (i think). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sammynb 3655 Posted March 16, 2008 Share Posted March 16, 2008 Wellsy, from one Aussie to another, spend most of your time in London. Visit the north-east without a doubt, with the easiest way being the train from Kings Cross taking about three hours, but don't sacrifice enjoying London for Newcastle. Sure it's the unpopular opinion around here, but London is fantastic and by far and away my favourite part of England. Not to say that Newcastle sucks, because I have always enjoyed myself up there. You only enjoy London because it's full of you fellow cuntrymen. And here in lies why those with half a brain on this board realise you're a twat. Quite a short fuse haven't we, I was only pulling Steve's leg. Was going to offer you some advice for your trip but it would probably be wasted on a culturally bankrupt neanderthal such as yourself. Enjoy Earls' Court, shithead. Was it in jest? I've been to Earls Court and there are way too many Australians and fabulous chaps such as yourself for my liking. By the way, you seem to have confused the culturally aware Wellsy with the culturally bankrupt Neanderthal that is I but that's common for you when you're on a rant and full of jest. And fish, sorry mate but you're wrong. There are as many Australian twats as there are English or German or American or wherethefuckever per capita, it's more the fact that luke of late is about as interesting as a shit sandwich without the bread. By the way Wellsy you're trying to do to much in the limited time you have, don't be a Japanese tourist. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sammynb 3655 Posted March 16, 2008 Share Posted March 16, 2008 How hard is it to drive on the roads in England? Ive heard it is much harder than in Australia. Is that true for someone who has driven in both Australia and England? Not being a smart arse Wellsy but if you've only ever driven in WA then yes it is going to be a little bit more hectic. It's like anything, what you put in is what you'll get out of it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wellsy 0 Posted March 16, 2008 Author Share Posted March 16, 2008 How hard is it to drive on the roads in England? Ive heard it is much harder than in Australia. Is that true for someone who has driven in both Australia and England? Not being a smart arse Wellsy but if you've only ever driven in WA then yes it is going to be a little bit more hectic. It's like anything, what you put in is what you'll get out of it. Yeah i can imagine how hectic it could get, ive also seen Mr Bean and the tiny roads... Nothing like country WA... I like the idea of a Japanese tourist, i dont want to be one of them that is for sure! I know first hand how annoying they can be sometimes. I guess at the end of the day what i dont see this time around i will see later on when i move over at the end of the year/in the new year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luckyluke 2 Posted March 16, 2008 Share Posted March 16, 2008 By the way, you seem to have confused the culturally aware Wellsy with the culturally bankrupt Neanderthal that is I but that's common for you when you're on a rant and full of jest. Ah, so I have, sorry Wellsy, in my defence it was half one and just before I went to bed, but I should have been more careful. I cannot apologise enough for confusing you with the angry abusive sammy. As others have inferred, there is a lot to see in Britain, it depends what you're after. For city sights there's no better than London, also some of the more historic cities are worth a look - York, Durham, Bath. And for countryside viewing you've got your pick - the Lakes, the Peak district, Yorkshire dales, Northumberland. Plus there's always the Tales of Robin Hood in Nottingham. ESSENTIAL viewing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sammynb 3655 Posted March 16, 2008 Share Posted March 16, 2008 I cannot apologise enough for confusing you with the angry abusive sammy. Oh the irony Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve 0 Posted March 16, 2008 Share Posted March 16, 2008 Wow, I'm sorry for bringing on this shitstorm. I was just trying to say that skipping out on London would be a mistake and that I, personally, am a big fan. When I lived in London I actually avoided the Aussies, went to a Walkabout maybe twice in 18 months and never lived in She Bu or Earl's Court. Sammy, I think you took more offence to Luke than necessary. Wellsy, those tiny country roads aren't going to cause you much bother if you're cramming everything in because you'll be headed to major centres. I've driven through little country roads in Ireland and it was actually a lot of fun. Driving will be an experience in the city centres, but I've driven around the UK without too much problem. The only place I wouldn't drive in central London, and there's really no need to drive there anyway with the public transport being quicker and cheaper. If you're going to catch the train around, book tickets early rather than on the day because it will be cheaper. Read Peasepud's post and then copy in down because his sounds like the best you can ask for. The only thing I'd change is avoid Liverpool because it is a shithole, at least the parts I've seen before someone attacks me. Manchester's ok, I'd say better than Liverpool, but not near as interesting as London or heading up to the north-east. York is fantastic, make sure you stop there for at least a day on your way to Newcastle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest alex Posted March 16, 2008 Share Posted March 16, 2008 I'd agree with Steve about London having a lot more to offer than Newcastle for the visitor, much as I like Newcastle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Fish 11112 Posted March 16, 2008 Share Posted March 16, 2008 I at no point said there were Australian arseholes per capita than English Sammy. I said that you have to defend your country beyond that which is reasonable Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sammynb 3655 Posted March 16, 2008 Share Posted March 16, 2008 I at no point said there were Australian arseholes per capita than English Sammy. I said that you have to defend your country beyond that which is reasonable No Dave you twat, I'm just bored with Luke's patter. I love a sunburnt cuntry! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DannyBoyFromOz 0 Posted March 17, 2008 Share Posted March 17, 2008 From another Aussie who was in the UK last October I can definately recommend setting a bit of time aside for Scotland. Spent 6 nights in Edinburgh which was probably the longest we stayed in one particular place, but definately worth a visit and then also from there getting into the highlands, we did the touristy thing and took tours but was well worth it in a sense you actually learnt a bit along the way. All of that of course will also be affected by where you stay. Word of mouth is generally best way to decide on places, certainly made the difference of having a great time in Edinburgh compared to a less than enjoyable one one at an absolute dive in York (the backpackers that is), which as well as Newcastle is well worth a visit. If you're wanting to do the touristy thing in Lodon make sure you have some days set aside and plan where you're going or else you end up wandering around forgetting half the things you wanted to see...then again that might have just been me. Most of the time we travelled via Bus rather than train, tended to work out a bit cheaper albeit longer, but most services will go to the major centres. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Park Life 71 Posted March 17, 2008 Share Posted March 17, 2008 G'day lads and lasses, i am coming over to the mother country in early July for a quick stopover for 3 weeks before i have to return home. But i was wondering what are some sights and sounds that you people recommend over this July period? I am going to England, Spain, Italy and possibly the Czech Republic. So anything interesting happening around July that i must see or touristy locations i must go and visit. Give me ideas and sell me the places people! I and i am desperate to go to the north east. What is the easiest way to get to Newcastle? Catch the train? How long does it take? I was in Prague last week and visited my mate who lives here.. http://english.mucl.cz/ The building with the yellow front. A real old Czech town with real people etc... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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