JTL
Junior Member
Installed the Basecamp as it seemed to be a free SW.
Installed the Basecamp as it seemed to be a free SW.
Basecamp itself comes with a basic map, but that only includes the highways and maybe some other major roads ... so for our purposes it is pointless. But the app takes some getting used to (i used to think i was pretty tech minded and for my job i have to learn different softwares on the spot all the time without problems ... but then comes basecamp, which is very counter intuitive at first and can cause some headaches until you figure out the way it "thinks" )........
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I have the understanding that there are quite many B&B's in Scotland and Ireland the same way as in England?
I would make contact with the B&B's first before you land. Sadly most of these small businesses have closed in my area due to the recession.
Neil
Hi all,
I'm planning a bike trip to UK for the last two weeks of June, ......... I'd like to visit some whisky distilleries too, and as Islay whiskies are my favorite, I included that to the route as well. ........
Accomodation? I have the understanding that there are quite many B&B's in Scotland and Ireland the same way as in England?
Ok so I bought a GPS for the bike now (Garmin Zumo 350) so I can start planning the route in more detail. On earlier trips I have just used Nokia maps with suitable plug earphones but it has been quite problematic due to battery consumption and not seeing the display. I hope this helps on planning the route to stay mostly on the smaller roads
If you are headed past Inverness and aiming to go to Applecross drop me a message and I will happily join you. Lovely road and lovely food.
OK here goes...
Goathland, home of heartbeat. Ive been there many many times because I live nearby..Places of interest near by...
Seaways cafe..bikers hang out, open 9am till 4pm. Great parking and good food ( fairly cheap and serves proper Yorkshire tea)
YO25 9RX or search "seaways cafe fridaythorpe"
Wetwang, home of the famous fish and chips..This fish and chip shop is known in the biking world and bikers come from miles around to sample their food..
Next we have Squires pub, in sherburn in helmet
http://www.squires-cafe.co.uk/...One of the biggist biker hangouts in the UK..Always loads of bikes and if you are a biker you can camp (tent) for free..
Whitby, Home of dracula. A great place to relax for an hour and soak in the atmosphere of the place..There is a cafe in the train station and is frequented by bikers...
Yorkshire TT road...Bikers say that its a little like the isle of man tt road, Its bloody fantastic on any bike, great sweeping bends with good views of the road ahead..Warning..Police patrol this road because its so bloody good...search- helmsley to stokesley road.
Scarborough, The oasis cafe..Its on the north beach and is always frequented by bikers with parking right outside the front door..Great coffee and cheap,,
Dalby forrest. Its a great place to relax with stunning views, traffic is very light and not a bad cuppa from the cafe there...
And if you have time see if you can find a little village called "fry up", Its stunning and getting there is a lot of fun...
Im sure there is loads more to do in yorkshire but this is just off the top of my head...
With reference to scotland, most say that the west side is better(mountains and roads) The east side is flat with more traffic..Ive lived in a place called Campbelltown , Argyle..Campbelltown whisky is gorgeous and you can take a tour of the distillery with a taste at the end of it ..The road there is one of the best in scotland. Going through the "rest and be thankful" mountain pass is something that takes your breath away. The sea water there is as clear as crystal, Look out for seals and otters when your on the coastal road..
Also try the scottish ice cream, its like silk going down your throat..
Good luck and enjoy..
PS, The average B&B in fort william is around £30 per person per night and there is load of them..
If its on your way get over to the Isle of Man , home of the TT race track. I've not been myself yet (too many commitments) but it's very scenic and beautiful there.
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....Ok the trip is getting closer now.... Ferries from Finland to Sweden and from Denmark to UK already reserved and I will start the trip on June 15th. ...