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(Login SamWren) Missing-Lynx members from IP address 74.221.96.12
I had plans to travel to London to do some research in the National Archives and IWM in May but that fell through. I am re planning my trip for some time in the fall, but would like any suggestions regarding the best time of year to go to avoid as many disruptions (such as bank holidays) and hassles as possible as well as having to spend as little money as possible. I have already received a good deal of advice from a few but would like additional input before I commit myself to an airplane ticket and lodging reservations.
Any help or advice will be greatly appreciated.
Sam Wren
Abilene, República de Texas
Travelled for a fortnight, through the distant sea
But my home Atlantis won't show herself to me
I was turning to go back, when I heard a sound
A giant silver spaceship lifted me from the ground
"Sweet Home Atlantis" - The Dooms U.K. (Art Rock - Denton, TX)
(Login jch_in_uk) Missing-Lynx members 82.5.85.235
London
June 28 2009, 12:27 PM
As a London resident, just about, as I am about a mile from the Essex border, there does not appear to be a 'quiet' season for tourists.
The last bank holiday of the summer is 30th August this year, that is also the start of the last week of the school holidays for most UK students.
Could I suggest coming here for the weekend 19th /20th September, as that is Euro Militaire weekend and Folkestone is only about an hou fron Central London by train, indeed not much longer by car.
There is a Texas Embassy in London, they might be able to help.
jh
This message has been edited by jch_in_uk from IP address 82.5.85.235 on Jun 28, 2009 12:28 PM
(Login chrismmgrove) Missing-Lynx members 79.70.225.222
London
June 28 2009, 4:23 PM
Sam
Good advice from John. However, do not expect to get to Folkestone in one hour from Central London, though if you pay extra and get on the new high speed link you might do it. I would suggest an hour and a half, or even three quarters, would be more like it on the old slow train!
Check on the Internet; the high speed train leaves from St Pancras (to the north of central London); the slow train from Charing Cross or Victoria which are to the south east of centre.
A bit of general info for Kew. There is a Travelodge Hotel in Kew and they often do special offers where you can book well in advance for 9-29 pounds a room per night-up to 3 people a room. If you are on a budget it cant be beaten! Bookmark the website and register and they inform you when the offers are running.
...but, on the other hand, meeting me in person would unrevocably remove any suspicions that anyone may have had at how much of a total dork I am. Ahhh, who am I fooling? I have already left too much evidence on the DG.
Thanks for your responses so far. I will definitely look into the Travelodge Hotel, Mick.
Sam Wren
Abilene, República de Texas
Travelled for a fortnight, through the distant sea
But my home Atlantis won't show herself to me
I was turning to go back, when I heard a sound
A giant silver spaceship lifted me from the ground
"Sweet Home Atlantis" - The Dooms U.K. (Art Rock - Denton, TX)
Do any of you beer lovers happen to know where I can get some good Barleywine in London. Ever since Young's discontinued Old Nick (must stifle sobs...sniffle) I have had to resort to inferior brews. American style Barleywine is just not the same. And with total respect to Rikmenspoel et al., what's the big deal with IPA?
thanks,
Sam Wren
Abilene, República de Texas
Travelled for a fortnight, through the distant sea
But my home Atlantis won't show herself to me
I was turning to go back, when I heard a sound
A giant silver spaceship lifted me from the ground
"Sweet Home Atlantis" - The Dooms U.K. (Art Rock - Denton, TX)
