| Subject: Re: England in the Spring |
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Hi Ziners,
I'd tend to suggest May for slightly better weather,
but it's always likely to rain! Bring decent
waterproofs and a fleece epecially if you're
considering the Lake District. (of course, there's no
reason why you can't buy a cheap fleece here from a
charity (thrift) shop & save the bulk; then you can
give it back when you leave...).
The only trouble with May and Scotland is that the midges (no see'ums) start appearing - irritating rascals, even the (eco-friendly) Guardian newspaper recently found them pretty much without merit! 'SkinSoSoft' lotion from Avon has always been a popular 'repellant' for some people, others swear by eating plenty of brewers yeast tablets, garlic/onions or Marmite (no word received on the efficiency of Vegemite, you Aussies...!) cheers, Stewart, London, UK |