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In March, 2024 I was given another opportunity to travel to the UK for work, and even better, this time to Edinburgh Scotland! My host for the tip was my long-time co-worker and friend Phil M., based in Wales. Since I was able to add a few days to the trip, we decided to make it a road trip and did a wonderful 800+ mile trip around the country.
The Map
The Map
Here is the route we took with stops going to and from Edinburg.
First stop, York UK!
An original building from the 1300's.
A Harry Potter themed shop.
Some unique overhang architecture and ghost tour!
The oldest street in York, UK from the 1030's.
Stop #2
Stop #2
Next stop, Edinburgh!
The main purpose of the visit was to attend a conference for work here, but we did manage to explore and visit the famous Edinburgh Castle.
A typical alleyway.
Monument and Edinburgh Castle.
Fountain and Edinburg Castle.
New College, just down from the Castle.
The knight guarding the entrance.
War Memorial.
Dungeon/Prison.
Clocktower back on street level.
St. Margaret's Chapel, from 1130!
Stop #3
Stop #3
The next stop was a bucket list item for me - Aran Bakery in Dunkeld, Scotland. Why? Because it's owned and run by one of the runner's up from the Great British Baking Show! What a treat and what delicious treats. 😁
The treats were so good, we went twice!
The local hotel.
Some traditional Scotland scenery.
Stops 4 & 5
Stops 4 & 5
After the conference ended, we started our trip down and back towards London. The first stop was two towns in the Lake District: Kendel and Bowness-on-Windermere.
Another chocolate shop visit in Kendel!
Some fantastic old rowing boats.
Local pub.
Stop 6 & 7
Stop 6 & 7
Three more stops to go! Here, we stayed in Lancaster, Phil's old stomping grounds when he used to work at the University.
Another old street in Lancaster.
Historic tea/coffee merchant still in business!
Lancaster City Hall.
Lancaster Castle.
Lancaster Castle.
The Knight guarding the entrance.
Stop #8
Stop #8
2nd to last top: Worcester Cathedral. This is a truly stunning cathedral with 1000's of details to explore and take in.
One of the alters.
Stained Glass.
French Knight.
Stop #9
Stop #9
Last stop before London and the airport. This was another bucket list item for me, as I'm a big fan of the TV Show that features this farm: Clarkson's Farm on Amazon Prime.
Me at the shop!
The owner is known for his very cheeky naming of products.
What a view!
What a trip! I cannot wait to go back and explore even more.
Happy Trails!
-PHIL
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