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  • So Where and why?

    Wife and I were discussing this afternoon, if we came back to UK where would we go? Got me thinking what would you lot have to say as to where?

    We don't like cities, I like more rural(my idea of rural is not a soul any closers than 10 miles! yup real sociable I am ) that Mrs RT does... that about covers the restrictions...
    Last edited by RedThorn; 01-04-2012, 09:59 AM. Reason: the confounded spelling thing again me and my fat fingers!
    Never test the depth of the water with both feet

    The only reason people get lost in thought is because it's unfamiliar territory....

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    Norfolk, for walking through miles of unspoilt countryside or beaches; birdwatching; floating on the Broads; eating at good pubs: just avoid the coastal towns, they're pretty shoddy.
    Southwold is usually recommended, but it's full of Londoners at the weekends, nobody else during the week, and it's expensive

    this might be a good start: Norfolk Holiday Cottages: Reviews for Holiday Rentals and Self Catering in Norfolk - TripAdvisor
    Last edited by Two_Sheds; 01-04-2012, 10:54 AM.
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    • #3
      My vote would be for Wales or Ireland! But then, I can't imagine moving too far from the Metropolis!
      Whooops - now what are the dogs getting up to?

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      • #4
        Wales without a doubt - but you wouldn't expect me to say anything else, would you?
        Cardiff to London less than 2 hours by train - but I rarely bother!

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        • #5
          but why?
          Never test the depth of the water with both feet

          The only reason people get lost in thought is because it's unfamiliar territory....

          Always remember you're unique, just like everyone else.

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          • #6
            Lots of open space, beautiful coast and countryside, cheapish properties with land if you head west or into the middle, quality of life, friendliness, no water shortages, and I live here!!

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            • #7
              South Shropshire bud,loverly rolling green hills,good growing soil,nice welcoming locals,good beer,good pub grub,Welsh mountains & seaside not too far away,good rail links & motorways are accessible,Bristol or West Midlands airports in easy distance & of course you will have grapes to hand on every compass point
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              • #8
                If I were you RT I'd stay where you are.
                Why do you want to come back here?

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                • #9
                  My OH has 5 siblings in Perth. They have problems just like everybody else.

                  I live a stones throw over the border from Birmingham. If I won the lottery tomorrow it would be north west Pembrokeshire for me between Fishguard and St Davids and reasonably close to the coast. OH is Irish so he can jump on the ferry any time and the grown up kids would love to visit at the drop of a hat. Not a mansion but big enough for me, OH and mother (she don't like Wales though but tough), and visitors...even if they have to bring a tent. Obviously need a few acres of land too. Bliss!

                  Why?
                  Lovely people.
                  Lots of wildlife and important habitats.
                  Gorgeous scenery. Inland and coastal.
                  Neighbours can be as distant as you like.
                  Plenty of rain!
                  Excellent beaches for swimming and surfing.
                  Coastal path for walking with cosy pubs on the way.

                  What more could you want.
                  Last edited by donnakebab; 01-04-2012, 02:32 PM.

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                  • #10
                    Hmmm...well- it depends on your reasons for returning to the UK...but.....

                    I know a lot of British peeps over here who can't cope with the language here often settle in Eire.
                    Very rural but more 'British' compared to mainland Europe if you know what I mean?

                    I've only toured the area once but the countryside is stunning, peeps are really friendly(you don't get the feeling you are being 'marked out of 10' ) sense of humour 10/10 and best of all local Guinness.
                    Lots of flights to mainland UK too.
                    Wonderfully calm place to live .
                    I'm sure you'd get a decent rural house with land at a good price too.

                    Oh- and correct me if I'm wrong- but doesn't the Gulf Stream keep the west coast warmer????
                    Last edited by Nicos; 01-04-2012, 05:13 PM.
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                    • #11
                      Originally posted by Nicos View Post
                      Oh- and correct me if I'm wrong- but doesn't the Gulf Stream keep the west coast warmer????
                      Yes indeed it does,that's why the beach fishing is so good,go bass fishing in Dingle (iirc they have a bar for every week of the year ..... now about that Guinness )
                      Last edited by bearded bloke; 01-04-2012, 05:54 PM. Reason: can drink it but not spell it .. lol
                      He who smiles in the face of adversity,has already decided who to blame

                      Artificial intelligence is no match for natural stupidity

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                      • #12
                        All I'm saying is, if RT's comin' back here - I'm off to Perth!
                        All the best - Glutton 4 Punishment
                        Freelance shrub butcher and weed removal operative.

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                        • #13
                          Where did you live before you went to oz? How about moving back there? My vote is for Wirral.....between Liverpool and Chester. Rural on the dee estuary. Lovely really.

                          Loving my allotment!

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                          • #14
                            gotta be yorkshire lovely countryside and lovely folk

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                            • #15
                              Naw I'd stay in Perth mate ...........
                              S*d the housework I have a lottie to dig
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