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Liverpool Meet up 31st May 2008; meet up details n list on page 1
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Nov 12 2007, 02:39 PM
I haven't told Lisa yet. :P  Don't think she will mind since it's cheaper and we'll be with more of the group.

No... I don't mind at all! Sounds like a fantastic idea!

Liverpool, here we come!!! :hyper:
What a long, strange trip it's been....
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that's a rugby union player Colin - not a league one ;) big difference

Same difference ;)

nahhhhhhh :no: ones who play league are alot sexier, bigger and got miles nicer personalities ;) lol :P
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I'm just thinking - the week before the concert I should find out if I have passed my diploma at Uni (fingers crossed) so could be major celebrations for me that week ;)
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And I'll eat it :eat: :giggle:
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I want to come too. Anyone got room in small suitcase for me. Just I few airholes is all I require.
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John came to me in a dream and this is what he said. "I had a vision of a man on a flaming pie, and he told me that Betsy with a B not Lisa with a L is the biggest fan of mine". John trumps 'the boss' !

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Nov 13 2007, 08:22 PM
I want to come too. Anyone got room in small suitcase for me. Just I few airholes is all I require.

would LOVE you to come to aswell lass :hug:
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I want to come too.  Anyone got room in small suitcase for me.  Just I few airholes is all I require.

would LOVE you to come to aswell lass :hug:

Yes! Would love to meet you, Betsy! :sweet:

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Jayne if you finish up university at that time I will be MEGA thrilled -- woo hoo PARTY!!!! :hyper:

Damn Betsy it would be perfect if you came too...then the gab four could all meet in one place in the actual flesh (that'd be me, you, Jayne and Mr. Grouchy). :)
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Come with us, Betsy. There are probably still tickets to be had. I canceled four myself.
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Nov 12 2007, 02:39 PM
I haven't told Lisa yet. :P  Don't think she will mind since it's cheaper and we'll be with more of the group.

No... I don't mind at all! Sounds like a fantastic idea!

Liverpool, here we come!!! :hyper:

I hadn't canceled the other hotel. Now I will get that done. I think it will be more fun with the others and seeing Jayne's world. :hyper: :hyper: :yahoo:
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Jayne if you finish up university at that time I will be MEGA thrilled -- woo hoo PARTY!!!!  :hyper:

Damn Betsy it would be perfect if you came too...then the gab four could all meet in one place in the actual flesh (that'd be me, you, Jayne and Mr. Grouchy).  :)
Don't forget little ol' me :hyper:
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Of course Colin, we're all going to meet up in a huge mass! :D
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Gab four! I love it. Betsy come!!!!!!!!!!
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Jayne's world, Jayne's World, Party Time, Excellent :D

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Jayne's world, Jayne's World, Party Time, Excellent :D

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I love it, Jayne. This is going to be so much fun!!! :yahoo: :yahoo:
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Jayne's world, Jayne's World, Party Time, Excellent :D

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Jayne's world, Jayne's World, Party Time, Excellent :D

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Jayne's world, Jayne's World, Party Time, Excellent :D

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Jayne you slay me. :D
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Jayne's world, Jayne's World,  Party Time, Excellent :D

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Jayne you slay me. :D

Do I need a pass to join this party at some point??? Just ask cos I'm a local who won't be flying, sailing or whatever to get there (oh, maybe the train :hmm: ).. :giggle:
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i hope there are lap dancers at this party. if not i can arrange some.
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Nov 15 2007, 05:05 PM
i hope there are lap dancers at this party. if not i can arrange some.

I`ll make sure Lisa brings you a monkey thong. :devil:
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John came to me in a dream and this is what he said. "I had a vision of a man on a flaming pie, and he told me that Betsy with a B not Lisa with a L is the biggest fan of mine". John trumps 'the boss' !

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And the other hotel is officially canceled, so we are staying near you, Jayne. :hyper:
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Neil - of course you are welcome to join the party :yahoo: you do have to go through a tunnel to get over to dark side lol :P

Peter - if you bring lap dancers, I'm getting the male strippers B)

Linda & Lisa :hug: :hyper: :hyper: :hyper: :hyper: :hyper:
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i hope there are lap dancers at this party. if not i can arrange some.

I`ll make sure Lisa brings you a monkey thong. :devil:

ok, don't even know if I want that picture in my head!!!!! :pinch:
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I have been reading this thread since it started, and I am now OFFICIALLY JEALOUS!

If I send money to someone-would you get me a program that I can frame and put in my den?
I have a whole WALL of Paul!
Pretty please?

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Probably the best thing to do is someone gets an extra program, send it to you and you send the money afterwards, seeing as no one knows how much the programs will be yet.
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We should make sure that we only get one program for you. Where do you live?
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Thank you, colin and maccascruff!

I live in Michigan-but maccascruff for 9 years I lived in Grand Junction, Co~and loved coming over to Denver.

I saw Paul at the Pepsi Center in 2002.

If someone gets me a program, I will send the money ASAP. :)
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I do still have a spare ticket (which I bought of the touts) so its £120 (standing) It will be going on ebay soon unless somebody announces they want it first
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Thank you, colin and maccascruff!

I live in Michigan-but maccascruff for 9 years I lived in Grand Junction, Co~and loved coming over to Denver.

I saw Paul at the Pepsi Center in 2002.

If someone gets me a program, I will send the money ASAP. :)

I will get it for you then. I thought you were in the US. Don't think it's something that somebody from the UK should send you. It's cheaper for everybody if it's somebody in the US. Just remind me before I go.
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Neil - of course you are welcome to join the party :yahoo: you do have to go through a tunnel to get over to dark side lol :P

Peter - if you bring lap dancers, I'm getting the male strippers B)

Linda & Lisa :hug: :hyper: :hyper: :hyper: :hyper: :hyper:

I know I'm not staying near Jayne...but I hope to be invited to Jaynes World...EXCELLENT!!!!

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Thank you very much, maccascruff! I really appreciate it! I will reimburse you for the postage, of course.

Someday maybe I can return the favor to you, or pay it forward to someone else. :) :)
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People have done similar things for me. For the 04 summer tour, someone in a Paul group I am on was going over, so she agreed to pick up a lot of things for people. She wouldn't take any money until she got back in case something went wrong. Turned out she went to the concert where it poured and the merchandise didn't arrive until the end of the concert. She thought she was not going to be able to fulfill our orders, but she did.
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Well, here's another clue for you all, the Walrus was Paul...
I found this thread on the 2nd page....TERRIBLE!!!! Going to Liverpool to see Paul McCartney is my absolute DREAM...I shall not see this thread disappear!!!

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yay.To long to wait though
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Oh don't worry Rose, it won't disappear while I'm around. :D
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I talk about it every day and think about it more often than that. This thread will not disappear!!
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I talk about it every day and think about it more often than that. This thread will not disappear!!

Same here. It will not disappear. We won't let it. We'll keep it going until we all get home.
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Speaking of which everyone -- I have advice for anyone coming from the U.S. to Liverpool.

Make sure that if you have a connecting flight have LOTS of time to connect because you do not want to miss your plane to the UK because of some ridiculous delay in the States. That could well put you a day or two late and at the very least, if there is some silly screw-up, your baggage might be delayed or lost.

Many people who travel to Europe frequently advise taking a direct flight if possible from the U.S. or if you are connecting, to connect in Europe. Apparently this is the state of affairs in U.S. air travel -- it's best to avoid all connecting flights within the U.S. <_<

I am considering a few things to get to Manchester (the airport I'm coming into). I could either take a direct flight from Philadelphia to Manchester, and get to the airport by train or bus, or take a connecting flight a LONG time before my translatlantic flight leaves. Or I could take a direct flight from the Baltimore airport to London (or another European city), then transfer at Heathrow or Gatwick to Manchester.
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I am considering a few things to get to Manchester (the airport I'm coming into). I could either take a direct flight from Philadelphia to Manchester, and get to the airport by train or bus, or take a connecting flight a LONG time before my translatlantic flight leaves. Or I could take a direct flight from the Baltimore airport to London (or another European city), then transfer at Heathrow or Gatwick to Manchester.

OOh...

Lisa, let me know if you are going to fly out of Philadelphia, as that is what I am planning to do. I haven't booked a flight yet, but I know that USAIRways has a direct flight from Philly to Manchester.
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Another option you could consider (if it helps) is heading for Birmingham International Airport, which has great transport links (it's right next to Birmingham International station) & is just over 100 miles closer to Liverpool than London - and at least 120 miles closer than Heathrow or Gatwick.

I think we've found a nice, reasonable place to stay about five miles outside Liverpool City Centre. When my booking is confirmed, I'll share. :)
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Oh thanks Andy about the Birmingham Airport because I had no idea. Because of this new plan I have (to avoid all U.S. connecting flights) it's probably going to be necessary for me to go to a travel agent for a good airfare so I am very happy to have another alternative rather than Heathrow or Gatwick. Particularly as I really want to avoid Heathrow as it's so crowded -- another place to potentially get luggage lost.
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I am considering a few things to get to Manchester (the airport I'm coming into). I could either take a direct flight from Philadelphia to Manchester, and get to the airport by train or bus, or take a connecting flight a LONG time before my translatlantic flight leaves. Or I could take a direct flight from the Baltimore airport to London (or another European city), then transfer at Heathrow or Gatwick to Manchester.

OOh...

Lisa, let me know if you are going to fly out of Philadelphia, as that is what I am planning to do. I haven't booked a flight yet, but I know that USAIRways has a direct flight from Philly to Manchester.

What days are you going Lisa? I'll be leaving Wednesday and coming back on Tuesday.
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I think I will fly into LHR and then train it up to Liverpool. I can fly non-stop from Phoenix to London so I think this is my best bet, plus then I have an excuse to spend some time in town!!

Lisa, if you have to make a European connection why are you flying into Manchester and not Liverpool?
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I'm doing the round about way of getting there. I am taking Icelandic Air, will spend some time in Reyjavik, then on to Glasgow. Spend some time there then take a train to Liverpool. I will be in Liverpool from May 29 for 5 nights. Then I will go to London and spend a couple of days before heading home. Icelandic Air doesn't fly out of Manchester. I will have to see if they fly out of Birmingham without connections.

Wherever I leave from on Icelandic, I will fly in the day/night before so I don't have problems with connections.

As of right now, there is one non-stop flight from Denver to the UK per week.
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What days are you going Lisa? I'll be leaving Wednesday and coming back on Tuesday.

Those are my tentative travel days as well... leaving late on Wednesday, and early on Tuesday.
I'm only 30 minutes from the Philly airport, so that works best for me.
Still have to iron out the time off from work, though. ;)
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Irene whether I come in at Manchester or Liverpool will depend upon which flight I decide to take. I haven't decided yet.

That is cool Lisa because there is an interesting possibility that we could take the same flight. ^_^
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I'm doing the round about way of getting there. I am taking Icelandic Air, will spend some time in Reyjavik, then on to Glasgow. Spend some time there then take a train to Liverpool. I will be in Liverpool from May 29 for 5 nights. Then I will go to London and spend a couple of days before heading home. Icelandic Air doesn't fly out of Manchester. I will have to see if they fly out of Birmingham without connections.

Wherever I leave from on Icelandic, I will fly in the day/night before so I don't have problems with connections.

As of right now, there is one non-stop flight from Denver to the UK per week.

yay Glasgow is pretty good.You can gt pretty cheap train tickets from there to Liverpool if you give it plenty of time (or at least I think you can.I normally get the train from Edinburgh
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What site do I go use to book a train from Glasgow to Liverpool?

I know this sounds stupid, but isn't Scotland on different money than Great Britain?
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we use the same money sort of.

Scotland accepts English money fine and we have our own notes from 3 different Scottish banks. Most places in England accept Scottish money but some look at it suspiciously but it is a legal tender so once they realise what it is its all fine, but they do have a right to not accept it which can be annoying as some shops especially smaller shops dont accept them coz Scottish money is apparently more prone to fraud etc, but you'll prob get English notes quite easily anyway

As for tickets. I always check on this site http://www.nationalrail.co.uk/ for fares and prices which then eventually takes you to a rail service in the end once you have seen times and prices. Although if you want to be more direct about it I think its virgin rail who goes to Liverpool. http://www.virgintrains.co.uk/default.aspx Thats what I use from Edinburgh anyway. In the past I got a single for £9.99 and that was the same price back which isnt to bad, but ou have to book early. It gives you up to 12 weeks in advance before departure. The earlier you book the cheaper your ticket generally
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I just booked a room at the Premier Inn in the city centre. Finally, no more burdens.

how long you over for Olia
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I have never been to Iceland or Scotland. Guess I will need money in Iceland, too. I always think this will be the last time I am going to the UK, so I need to see places I have never seen before--so it's Iceland and Scotland this time.

So 12 weeks before I am coming over, I need to get online and book my train. Since I'm flying in to Glasgow, I will get Scottish money there right?
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I just booked a room at the Premier Inn in the city centre. Finally, no more burdens.

Cool! B)
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I bought a digital camera especially for the Electric Proms and off course there was hotel and spending money for that, then all this Liverpool stuff which is costing so so much and now I'm getting more house bills. Oh no Id be glad when I have paid it all back. And most of my expenses are Paul related hehe ouch. :D
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Linda- How long will you be in Glasgow for?

Yeah Daniella far to expensive being a Macca fan but also worth it :lol:
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I just booked a room at the Premier Inn in the city centre. Finally, no more burdens.

how long you over for Olia

That room is from May 30 to June 2, but I am thinking about booking a hostel and staying a bit more, after my folks have gone. I would love to go to other places too, while I'm in Britain. Scotland sounds great and I'd like to go back to Brighton for a bit.
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My parents are watching the Paris gig on TV as they live in France and they are enjoying it.
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My parents are watching the Paris gig on TV as they live in France and they are enjoying it.

argh I wanna see the Paris gig on tv.
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Scotland sounds great

It is great :D :P
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Scotland sounds great

It is great :D :P

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Nov 20 2007, 12:47 PM
Linda- How long will you be in Glasgow for?


I'm thinking 3 days. Is that enough time to do some things. I don't enough know what is there to see. How far from Loch Ness? ;)
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Just wanted to get the list back to the front.

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1. Neil & Pauline

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1. Daniella + Guest
2. Linda & Lisa (retrollama)
3. Rose (+Brian)
4. Jayne, 2 witches + parent (if not both)
5. Heidi & Joe (hubby)
6. Lisa (Jacaranda) and Irene

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1. Fiona
2. Andy

Unreserved Seating

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Peter and a lass
Olia + mate
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Ah so you wanna see Nessie
well it is a bit of a distance. Glasgow to Inverness is 177 miles (285 km) which I think takes about 4 hours driving but there is a train service there which would reduce the time a bit although I dunno how much by.

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Loch Ness kind of starts to the west of Inverness and goes South of the country a wee bit to Fort William roughly which would be a a better way to see Loch Ness as its closer (101 miles)
There are boat trips and all sorts of things

Other stuff in Scotland you can do:
Edinburgh is only an hour away by coach (£6.20 return which isnt to bad) and there are loads of things to do or see their touristy wise. The Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle, Holyrood Palace, the parliament, climb Arthur's seat (or walk near it) a whole bunch of museums, ghost tours, dungeons, Botanic Gardens, The Royal Yacht Britannia and shopping. Its really easy to get round Edinburgh too and you could make a day of it. Its a lot more tourity than Glasgow is

Stirling is also good. Its about 40 mins away although a bit smaller than Edinburgh. The castle is pretty impresive too.Some alright shopping and food places.Really good place to go to in the sense of historical importance. The battle of Bannockburn (1314 where we kicked ass againt the English) isnt to far away and you can see the battleground and all that type of thing. Also the Wallace Monument is always worth checking out although there are a few steps to climb but the view is amazing once you're at the top.

Glasgow- Its not really a touristy place which some people obviously like. Loads of theatres and artsy type things going on there. Its a good place but be cautious in certain areas. There can be some pretty dodgy areas there and there is quite the Ned culture (chavs but worse) but the majority is harmless and all good fun.If you want to see the dingy side the barras is the place where they sell off the back of a lorry type of stuff :lol: Although speaking of that just be wary of where you are in town.If youre in a Celtic/Rangers heavy area (and trust me you'll know if you get near one) be aware
But no its generally a good place, I think its better than Edinburgh for shoppping and things. There are some nice food places.Some really good plays,musicals,concerts etc occur
I dont really know Glasgow as well as I do other parts so dunno how much help I can give you. I'm pretty much just there for shopping or concerts, but it is often said Glaswegians are friendlier and they are probably right to an extent.
Quite a few good museums as well scattered about in terms of science and transport etc

Just outside Glasgow sort of is Loch Lomand and the Trossachs which is a nice place to go. Usual types of things,walking and just cool views and that gets you out the city

But in general Scotland is a pretty welcoming nation (unless you're English :P :lol: ;) ) But I am biased. Heck I should get a job with the tourist board although maybe leave out the dodgy parts of Glasgow. Although there are dodgy parts in Edinburgh too. There is an interesting area where the prostitutes hang at Leith docks :D

and dont forget to try some haggis (there is a veggie version which is pretty good), shortbread, edinburgh rock, tablet,macaroon bars, battered mars bar, irn bru, whiskey etc. No wonder we are an unhealthy nation

Hope some of this has been of help and if you want to ask anything else let me know :D
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Hospitality Seating
1. Neil & Pauline

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1. Daniella + Guest
2. Linda & Lisa (retrollama)
3. Rose (+Brian)
4. Jayne, 2 witches + parent (if not both)
5. Heidi & Joe (hubby)
6. Lisa (Jacaranda) and Irene

Reserved Standard Seating
1. Fiona
2. Andy

Unreserved Seating

Pitch Standing
Peter and a lass
Olia + mate
Colin
Dani
Tony
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and dont forget to try some haggis (there is a veggie version which is pretty good), shortbread, edinburgh rock, tablet,macaroon bars, battered mars bar, irn bru, whiskey etc. No wonder we are an unhealthy nation


I've heard about haggis. There is really a veggie version? I'm not going near the real version. The thought of it makes me gag. :rolleyes:
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Nov 21 2007, 03:33 PM
pfft i hate scotland.

You would save a lot of time if you just posted about what you do like. I suppose that your post ratio would dramatically go down. Guess you will have to keep being a grump. Nobody does it better :P :devil: :lol:
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i like a rather sweet girl or should i say lassie now, the beatles, liverpool fc, cdeb, roses, and animals and that is about it.
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i like a rather sweet girl or should i say lassie now, the beatles, liverpool fc, cdeb, roses, and animals and that is about it.

Very nice list Peter. Thankyou for calling me sweet :lol:
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and dont forget to try some haggis (there is a veggie version which is pretty good), shortbread, edinburgh rock, tablet,macaroon bars, battered mars bar, irn bru, whiskey etc. No wonder we are an unhealthy nation


I've heard about haggis. There is really a veggie version? I'm not going near the real version. The thought of it makes me gag. :rolleyes:

Yes, there's a veggie version - it's actually very nice! :)
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Dani bring some macaroon bars and battered mars bars with you in June, please? :)

(I'm assuming the battered mars bar is basically a deep-fried candy bar, yes?)
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Unfortunately, yes. It comes with a coupon for discount heart surgery. ^_^
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Maybe I'll bring a deep-fried Twinkie then.

(And no, that's not a code name for Betsy! :o :P :D )
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and dont forget to try some haggis (there is a veggie version which is pretty good), shortbread, edinburgh rock, tablet,macaroon bars, battered mars bar, irn bru, whiskey etc. No wonder we are an unhealthy nation


I've heard about haggis. There is really a veggie version? I'm not going near the real version. The thought of it makes me gag. :rolleyes:

Yes, there's a veggie version - it's actually very nice! :)

Then I will have to find the veggie version and give it a try, although I won't be seeing Nessie. I might make a day trip to Edinburgh.
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Edinburgh is gorgeous - but it really wears you out... lots and lots of hills! Bring some very comfortable shoes. :)
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Maybe I'll bring a deep-fried Twinkie then.

(And no, that's not a code name for Betsy! :o :P :D )

Erm, yes, not a code name for me. : wink : wink :innocent:
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I was supposed to go there for the Edinburgh Tattoo or whatever it is called in 1989, but got sick and stayed in London. The tour I took to see Paul in 2005 was to include Glasgow, but we got the rescheduled Sheffield concert instead. So, I need to see both cities on this trip.

Maybe I should fly in to Glasgow and then go to Edinburgh for more time. Is there a direct train from Edinburgh to Liverpool?
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I was supposed to go there for the Edinburgh Tattoo or whatever it is called in 1989, but got sick and stayed in London. The tour I took to see Paul in 2005 was to include Glasgow, but we got the rescheduled Sheffield concert instead. So, I need to see both cities on this trip.

Maybe I should fly in to Glasgow and then go to Edinburgh for more time. Is there a direct train from Edinburgh to Liverpool?

Yes.I'll be getting the train from Edinburgh
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pfft i hate scotland.

such a charmer
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I was supposed to go there for the Edinburgh Tattoo or whatever it is called in 1989, but got sick and stayed in London.  The tour I took to see Paul in 2005 was to include Glasgow, but we got the rescheduled Sheffield concert instead.  So, I need to see both cities on this trip.

Maybe I should fly in to Glasgow and then go to Edinburgh for more time.  Is there a direct train from Edinburgh to Liverpool?

Yes.I'll be getting the train from Edinburgh

Then that will be the new plan.
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Dani bring some macaroon bars and battered mars bars with you in June, please? :)

(I'm assuming the battered mars bar is basically a deep-fried candy bar, yes?)

yes, probably the most unhealthy thing ever although they are actually quite nice if not a tad sickly

Ha get your list sorted for what Scottish treats I need to bring. I've already gotta bring proper haggis for Jayne and Tony
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I was supposed to go there for the Edinburgh Tattoo or whatever it is called in 1989, but got sick and stayed in London.  The tour I took to see Paul in 2005 was to include Glasgow, but we got the rescheduled Sheffield concert instead.  So, I need to see both cities on this trip.

Maybe I should fly in to Glasgow and then go to Edinburgh for more time.  Is there a direct train from Edinburgh to Liverpool?

Yes.I'll be getting the train from Edinburgh

Then that will be the new plan.

Its prob a lot nicer and easier to stay in Edinburgh although might be a tad more expensive having said that but not sure. There is a lot more to do and see and is much better for tourists. Although like Andy says it is quite hilly so make sure you are comfortable

I think the train from Edinburgh to Liverpool is a wee bit cheaper as well

I love how I have temporarily gatecrashed this thread into talking about Scotland :D
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I love how I have temporarily gatecrashed this thread into talking about Scotland  :D
Naughty :nono:

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there is direct trains to edinburgh Linda - I'd prefer Edinburgh to Glasgow ANYTIME - been glasgow once and didnt really like it

btw - who was looking for tickets still ?? look in the anfield thread ;)
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I have to fly into Glasgow, so I can just stay there one night and head to Edinburgh for my visit. I heard from my friends that it was hilly.
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Dani bring some macaroon bars and battered mars bars with you in June, please? :)

(I'm assuming the battered mars bar is basically a deep-fried candy bar, yes?)

yes, probably the most unhealthy thing ever although they are actually quite nice if not a tad sickly

Ha get your list sorted for what Scottish treats I need to bring. I've already gotta bring proper haggis for Jayne and Tony

Veg haggis and veg scotch eggs for me please.

I'll bring some US treats too. Anyone have any special requests?
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PEEPS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! there again someone is keeping me in supply of the latest ones ;) :D love them for it :wub:


someone as just given me an excellent idea for the monday after the concert which they would love to do :wub: it involves me driving but not on a road ;) gonna check out if I can get it REALLY cheap ;) can take maximum of 6 with me and witches
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Dani bring some macaroon bars and battered mars bars with you in June, please? :)

(I'm assuming the battered mars bar is basically a deep-fried candy bar, yes?)

there is a local chip-shop near me that does battered mars-bars Lisa ;)
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PEEPS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! there again someone is keeping me in supply of the latest ones ;) :D love them for it :wub:


someone as just given me an excellent idea for the monday after the concert which they would love to do :wub: it involves me driving but not on a road ;) gonna check out if I can get it REALLY cheap ;) can take maximum of 6 with me and witches

OK Peeps for Jayne

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Yup as a visiting Yank I will also bring anything (well almost) treat wise anyone wants to try or has tried and loves.

So if anyone has requests, just sort out your list. ^_^
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someone as just given me an excellent idea for the monday after the concert which they would love to do :wub: it involves me driving but not on a road ;) gonna check out if I can get it REALLY cheap ;) can take maximum of 6 with me and witches

Count me in, Jayne.
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