Hello everyone,
After nearly nine months of quietly reading and researching these forums, I figured I would make my first post. I wanted to begin by saying a genuine thank you to everyone who contributes here. Your advice has been so helpful in planning this trip.
After 25 years, my husband and I are very much looking forward to returning to Europe this May for a month of travel through England, France, and Italy. For the first leg, we’ll be spending 17 nights in England and Scotland. Our itinerary currently includes London, Bristol, York and the Yorkshire Dales, Edinburgh, Glasgow, and the Lake District. It will be a fairly hustle-bustle schedule, but we’re hoping to make good use of the train journeys to rest along the way.
We’ve already arranged tickets for some of the main attractions (Tower of London, Sky Garden), and have a few pub walks and food tours booked as well. I’ve also noted a few parks where we might enjoy a picnic if the weather cooperates.
But, I wanted to ask if anyone had any suggestions for “off the beaten path” sights or experiences in any of these locations. The quirkier and more unusual the better! Or, better yet, places where you can just be a "temporary local" as Rick says!
TIA!