bennison@dec-turtle.UUCP (06/18/84)
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It's true that B&B's don't generally have bath or shower in the
room. But remember that these are peoples houses, not hotels. But
in most of the cheap to medium priced hotels in England you don't
have baths or showers in your room anyway. I did not take a robe,
and never felt exposed. The hosts tend to disappear after they
show you to the room. I never ran into anyone else in the hall, even
another guest. And I disagree heartily that the B&B's are located
outside the cities. Generally, the farther out you get the harder
it is to find one. If there is a government tourist bureau around,
they sometimes can get you reservations or lists of B&B's.
Here are some of the one's we (me, wife, 2 kids) stayed in:
Wells: Quaint little farmhouse about a mile from the Cathedral.
I got up with the sun and walked in for some un-peopled
photography. They let the kids feed their chickens.
Chester: Hotel-like place a few blocks from the old Chester Rows
(two tiered ancient shopping section). We didn't use the
car at all.
Betwys-Coed (sp?): Just a block from the old arched bridge and all
the restaurants.
Castleton: Friendly home with a view of the old ruined castle on
the hill. We walked to the restaurants and old shops.
Canterbury: 17th century house on old cobbled street. Easy walk
to Cathedral. Wonderful Indian restaurant down the street.
While we waited for our order, I ran over to the Cathedral
for some photos in the lovely evening light.
Others: ...
In general, the B&B's were just as convenient as the hotels, a lot
friendlier, and a lot cheaper. We always took one when we could find one.
Vick Bennison
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