Over 40's Moving Back and Catching Up
#1051
Re: OVER 50's & 60's MOVING BACK TO THE UK-Silly Chit-Chat & Daily Catch-Up Thread
I just love it, and I actually did feel disappointed when I saw that it was under offer. So silly... who knows when I'll get to the UK.
And now for something completely different : On this climate map for the UK you can click on any month or season, and any type of weather to see the differences. I clicked on sunshine in August over the 2 different averaging periods and it seems tht the UK is getting more sunshine lately .
http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/climate/...ukmapavge.html
And now for something completely different : On this climate map for the UK you can click on any month or season, and any type of weather to see the differences. I clicked on sunshine in August over the 2 different averaging periods and it seems tht the UK is getting more sunshine lately .
http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/climate/...ukmapavge.html
#1052
Re: OVER 50's & 60's MOVING BACK TO THE UK - Part II
Lots of art galleries and museums in the City of Culture 08.
#1054
Re: OVER 50's & 60's MOVING BACK TO THE UK - Part II
Last night I watched the show 'Three in a Bed' which isn't what it sounds like. It's a competition between three B&B owners to see who has the best B&B (kind of like 'come dine with me' for hotels). Anyway, there was this southern couple, very posh, who had to go and stay in Blackpool for one night. The B&B they stayed at was one of those old-fashioned northern B&Bs with bingo and badly matching furniture and they clearly thought that's what the whole of the north was like. They kept saying "well, what goes in the north would never fly in Dorset" and "these northern customs are very hard to get used to."
Manchester is another fantastic arts center with so much going on. One of the reasons we loved little Kendal so much is that one small market town has 3 art galleries, and a fantastic arts center with a theater, cinemas, galleries, concerts etc. This Christmas, the town had a lighting installation by the famous artist Peter Freedman.
Yup, it's not all grim up north
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Re: OVER 50's & 60's MOVING BACK TO THE UK-Silly Chit-Chat & Daily Catch-Up Thread
I just love it, and I actually did feel disappointed when I saw that it was under offer. So silly... who knows when I'll get to the UK.
And now for something completely different : On this climate map for the UK you can click on any month or season, and any type of weather to see the differences. I clicked on sunshine in August over the 2 different averaging periods and it seems tht the UK is getting more sunshine lately .
http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/climate/...ukmapavge.html
And now for something completely different : On this climate map for the UK you can click on any month or season, and any type of weather to see the differences. I clicked on sunshine in August over the 2 different averaging periods and it seems tht the UK is getting more sunshine lately .
http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/climate/...ukmapavge.html
#1056
Re: OVER 50's & 60's MOVING BACK TO THE UK-Silly Chit-Chat & Daily Catch-Up Thread
Bev
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Re: OVER 50's & 60's MOVING BACK TO THE UK-Silly Chit-Chat & Daily Catch-Up Thread
http://www.rightmove.co.uk/property-...-29319238.html
Why I like it: It is new and clean. Against: on an estate but the neighborhood looks good. Well kept.
and another
http://www.rightmove.co.uk/property-...-18425859.html
For: looks good and if you look at street view the neighborhood is adorable (that seems like a faminin word doesn't it). Anyway it looks good inside.
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Re: OVER 50's & 60's MOVING BACK TO THE UK-Silly Chit-Chat & Daily Catch-Up Thread
Another, sorry sold
http://www.rightmove.co.uk/property-...-29319226.html
OK this maybe too close to the main road but windsong will like that there a bus stop there.
http://www.rightmove.co.uk/property-...-29319025.html
OK, last one then I've got to get ready for my trip to California.
http://www.rightmove.co.uk/property-...-29319037.html
http://www.rightmove.co.uk/property-...-29319226.html
OK this maybe too close to the main road but windsong will like that there a bus stop there.
http://www.rightmove.co.uk/property-...-29319025.html
OK, last one then I've got to get ready for my trip to California.
http://www.rightmove.co.uk/property-...-29319037.html
Last edited by cheers; Apr 12th 2011 at 2:46 pm.
#1060
Re: OVER 50's & 60's MOVING BACK TO THE UK-Silly Chit-Chat & Daily Catch-Up Thread
Is anyone else here thinking about renting an apartment/flat, when contemplating their move back to the UK? If renting an apartment is on your list, what type and where would you be looking? I ask this because buying is totally out of the question for me and wonder if anyone else is thinking along similar lines as me.
#1... Can't afford it
#2... I would be over 65, (when & if I return), and be living alone.
#3... Being over 65, would not be able to keep up w/maintenance as an owner, nor would want the responsibility, (been there done that). Though for now I'm in pretty good physical condition..but who knows?!
Personally I have no interest in a 'bed-sit' or a 'house-share'...just a 1-2 bedroom, very close to public trans. and easy walking distance to the shops. I've also been investigating the 'retirement' communities as well in England. Right now I live in a senior citizen community...was a major move in that direction for me, just less than 2 years ago. I decided I wanted life easier for me, less maintenance and less responsibilities the older I get. I actually like it!! My rent is all inclusive of bills...maintenance guy takes care of any problems I may have (and he's timely too!). If I choose to I can have my 1 bedroom apt. completely cleaned once a month..but so far have not elected to do that, can do that myself. But I love that this option is available to me should I want it. Not the least to mention a really good security system and elevators/lifts! 2 lovely parks directly across the street from me as well, public trans. just about at my doorstep and walking distance to quite a few stores, pizza places, restaurants and Chinese take-out. So as you can see I have nothing to complain about my present living arrangements....but I am deeply, deeply disturbed (seriously) about the direction that my loved adopted country appears to be taking.
Currently I am in conversations with Americans, that I know both young, old and in-between and they feel the same. They too are seriously disturbed about the 'direction', some contemplating leaving the country as well. Already a number of my 38 yr old son's friends have left..to England and Germany...permanently. Artists, entrepreneurs and small business owners.
Can anyone else here identify with some of the same things I have shared here? Am not trying to engage in a slam-fest of the USA...just if others can share their thoughts and/or knowledge of renting in England and if current events are 'disturbing' to others here and if that might be one of a number of determining factors to make the move.
Just an aside...bennies on the other side...is not on the horizon for me..as I would return with a bit of 'change' in my pocket. Though I have no desire to pay high rent...would like to keep some of that 'change' in an account...my 'safety net' in my Golden Years!
Looking forward to any responses, advice or suggestions.
#1... Can't afford it
#2... I would be over 65, (when & if I return), and be living alone.
#3... Being over 65, would not be able to keep up w/maintenance as an owner, nor would want the responsibility, (been there done that). Though for now I'm in pretty good physical condition..but who knows?!
Personally I have no interest in a 'bed-sit' or a 'house-share'...just a 1-2 bedroom, very close to public trans. and easy walking distance to the shops. I've also been investigating the 'retirement' communities as well in England. Right now I live in a senior citizen community...was a major move in that direction for me, just less than 2 years ago. I decided I wanted life easier for me, less maintenance and less responsibilities the older I get. I actually like it!! My rent is all inclusive of bills...maintenance guy takes care of any problems I may have (and he's timely too!). If I choose to I can have my 1 bedroom apt. completely cleaned once a month..but so far have not elected to do that, can do that myself. But I love that this option is available to me should I want it. Not the least to mention a really good security system and elevators/lifts! 2 lovely parks directly across the street from me as well, public trans. just about at my doorstep and walking distance to quite a few stores, pizza places, restaurants and Chinese take-out. So as you can see I have nothing to complain about my present living arrangements....but I am deeply, deeply disturbed (seriously) about the direction that my loved adopted country appears to be taking.
Currently I am in conversations with Americans, that I know both young, old and in-between and they feel the same. They too are seriously disturbed about the 'direction', some contemplating leaving the country as well. Already a number of my 38 yr old son's friends have left..to England and Germany...permanently. Artists, entrepreneurs and small business owners.
Can anyone else here identify with some of the same things I have shared here? Am not trying to engage in a slam-fest of the USA...just if others can share their thoughts and/or knowledge of renting in England and if current events are 'disturbing' to others here and if that might be one of a number of determining factors to make the move.
Just an aside...bennies on the other side...is not on the horizon for me..as I would return with a bit of 'change' in my pocket. Though I have no desire to pay high rent...would like to keep some of that 'change' in an account...my 'safety net' in my Golden Years!
Looking forward to any responses, advice or suggestions.
#1061
Re: OVER 50's & 60's MOVING BACK TO THE UK-Silly Chit-Chat & Daily Catch-Up Thread
Is anyone else here thinking about renting an apartment/flat, when contemplating their move back to the UK? If renting an apartment is on your list, what type and where would you be looking? I ask this because buying is totally out of the question for me and wonder if anyone else is thinking along similar lines as me.
#1... Can't afford it
#2... I would be over 65, (when & if I return), and be living alone.
#3... Being over 65, would not be able to keep up w/maintenance as an owner, nor would want the responsibility, (been there done that). Though for now I'm in pretty good physical condition..but who knows?!
Personally I have no interest in a 'bed-sit' or a 'house-share'...just a 1-2 bedroom, very close to public trans. and easy walking distance to the shops. I've also been investigating the 'retirement' communities as well in England. Right now I live in a senior citizen community...was a major move in that direction for me, just less than 2 years ago. I decided I wanted life easier for me, less maintenance and less responsibilities the older I get. I actually like it!! My rent is all inclusive of bills...maintenance guy takes care of any problems I may have (and he's timely too!). If I choose to I can have my 1 bedroom apt. completely cleaned once a month..but so far have not elected to do that, can do that myself. But I love that this option is available to me should I want it. Not the least to mention a really good security system and elevators/lifts! 2 lovely parks directly across the street from me as well, public trans. just about at my doorstep and walking distance to quite a few stores, pizza places, restaurants and Chinese take-out. So as you can see I have nothing to complain about my present living arrangements....but I am deeply, deeply disturbed (seriously) about the direction that my loved adopted country appears to be taking.
Currently I am in conversations with Americans, that I know both young, old and in-between and they feel the same. They too are seriously disturbed about the 'direction', some contemplating leaving the country as well. Already a number of my 38 yr old son's friends have left..to England and Germany...permanently. Artists, entrepreneurs and small business owners.
Can anyone else here identify with some of the same things I have shared here? Am not trying to engage in a slam-fest of the USA...just if others can share their thoughts and/or knowledge of renting in England and if current events are 'disturbing' to others here and if that might be one of a number of determining factors to make the move.
Just an aside...bennies on the other side...is not on the horizon for me..as I would return with a bit of 'change' in my pocket. Though I have no desire to pay high rent...would like to keep some of that 'change' in an account...my 'safety net' in my Golden Years!
Looking forward to any responses, advice or suggestions.
#1... Can't afford it
#2... I would be over 65, (when & if I return), and be living alone.
#3... Being over 65, would not be able to keep up w/maintenance as an owner, nor would want the responsibility, (been there done that). Though for now I'm in pretty good physical condition..but who knows?!
Personally I have no interest in a 'bed-sit' or a 'house-share'...just a 1-2 bedroom, very close to public trans. and easy walking distance to the shops. I've also been investigating the 'retirement' communities as well in England. Right now I live in a senior citizen community...was a major move in that direction for me, just less than 2 years ago. I decided I wanted life easier for me, less maintenance and less responsibilities the older I get. I actually like it!! My rent is all inclusive of bills...maintenance guy takes care of any problems I may have (and he's timely too!). If I choose to I can have my 1 bedroom apt. completely cleaned once a month..but so far have not elected to do that, can do that myself. But I love that this option is available to me should I want it. Not the least to mention a really good security system and elevators/lifts! 2 lovely parks directly across the street from me as well, public trans. just about at my doorstep and walking distance to quite a few stores, pizza places, restaurants and Chinese take-out. So as you can see I have nothing to complain about my present living arrangements....but I am deeply, deeply disturbed (seriously) about the direction that my loved adopted country appears to be taking.
Currently I am in conversations with Americans, that I know both young, old and in-between and they feel the same. They too are seriously disturbed about the 'direction', some contemplating leaving the country as well. Already a number of my 38 yr old son's friends have left..to England and Germany...permanently. Artists, entrepreneurs and small business owners.
Can anyone else here identify with some of the same things I have shared here? Am not trying to engage in a slam-fest of the USA...just if others can share their thoughts and/or knowledge of renting in England and if current events are 'disturbing' to others here and if that might be one of a number of determining factors to make the move.
Just an aside...bennies on the other side...is not on the horizon for me..as I would return with a bit of 'change' in my pocket. Though I have no desire to pay high rent...would like to keep some of that 'change' in an account...my 'safety net' in my Golden Years!
Looking forward to any responses, advice or suggestions.
This one is less and one bed. http://www.rightmove.co.uk/property-...-32563058.html
#1062
Re: OVER 50's & 60's MOVING BACK TO THE UK-Silly Chit-Chat & Daily Catch-Up Thread
Then something like this may suit http://www.rightmove.co.uk/property-...-29448265.html they sell for under £100,000 especially the one bed, this one is rented and two beds, over looking the sea and all the walks along it.
This one is less and one bed. http://www.rightmove.co.uk/property-...-32563058.html
This one is less and one bed. http://www.rightmove.co.uk/property-...-32563058.html
#1063
Re: OVER 50's & 60's MOVING BACK TO THE UK-Silly Chit-Chat & Daily Catch-Up Thread
Then something like this may suit http://www.rightmove.co.uk/property-...-29448265.html they sell for under £100,000 especially the one bed, this one is rented and two beds, over looking the sea and all the walks along it.
This one is less and one bed. http://www.rightmove.co.uk/property-...-32563058.html
This one is less and one bed. http://www.rightmove.co.uk/property-...-32563058.html
I think I get confused when looking at these types of flats...as it will talk about as if for sale or rental ..the leaseholds?
Last night I spent quite a bit of time in Poole...travelling up and down the roads there via Google maps & the white circle in the road ..after finding a neat flat for rent in a fairly new semi-high rise...the rent for a 1bed. flat was 565 cpm (not a retirement community). I believe Poole near to Bournemouth. I saved that place on my desktop rightmove.
#1064
Re: OVER 50's & 60's MOVING BACK TO THE UK-Silly Chit-Chat & Daily Catch-Up Thread
Is anyone else here thinking about renting an apartment/flat, when contemplating their move back to the UK? If renting an apartment is on your list, what type and where would you be looking? I ask this because buying is totally out of the question for me and wonder if anyone else is thinking along similar lines as me.
#1... Can't afford it
#2... I would be over 65, (when & if I return), and be living alone.
#3... Being over 65, would not be able to keep up w/maintenance as an owner, nor would want the responsibility, (been there done that). Though for now I'm in pretty good physical condition..but who knows?!
Personally I have no interest in a 'bed-sit' or a 'house-share'...just a 1-2 bedroom, very close to public trans. and easy walking distance to the shops. I've also been investigating the 'retirement' communities as well in England. Right now I live in a senior citizen community...was a major move in that direction for me, just less than 2 years ago. I decided I wanted life easier for me, less maintenance and less responsibilities the older I get. I actually like it!! My rent is all inclusive of bills...maintenance guy takes care of any problems I may have (and he's timely too!). If I choose to I can have my 1 bedroom apt. completely cleaned once a month..but so far have not elected to do that, can do that myself. But I love that this option is available to me should I want it. Not the least to mention a really good security system and elevators/lifts! 2 lovely parks directly across the street from me as well, public trans. just about at my doorstep and walking distance to quite a few stores, pizza places, restaurants and Chinese take-out. So as you can see I have nothing to complain about my present living arrangements....but I am deeply, deeply disturbed (seriously) about the direction that my loved adopted country appears to be taking.
Currently I am in conversations with Americans, that I know both young, old and in-between and they feel the same. They too are seriously disturbed about the 'direction', some contemplating leaving the country as well. Already a number of my 38 yr old son's friends have left..to England and Germany...permanently. Artists, entrepreneurs and small business owners.
Can anyone else here identify with some of the same things I have shared here? Am not trying to engage in a slam-fest of the USA...just if others can share their thoughts and/or knowledge of renting in England and if current events are 'disturbing' to others here and if that might be one of a number of determining factors to make the move.
Just an aside...bennies on the other side...is not on the horizon for me..as I would return with a bit of 'change' in my pocket. Though I have no desire to pay high rent...would like to keep some of that 'change' in an account...my 'safety net' in my Golden Years!
Looking forward to any responses, advice or suggestions.
#1... Can't afford it
#2... I would be over 65, (when & if I return), and be living alone.
#3... Being over 65, would not be able to keep up w/maintenance as an owner, nor would want the responsibility, (been there done that). Though for now I'm in pretty good physical condition..but who knows?!
Personally I have no interest in a 'bed-sit' or a 'house-share'...just a 1-2 bedroom, very close to public trans. and easy walking distance to the shops. I've also been investigating the 'retirement' communities as well in England. Right now I live in a senior citizen community...was a major move in that direction for me, just less than 2 years ago. I decided I wanted life easier for me, less maintenance and less responsibilities the older I get. I actually like it!! My rent is all inclusive of bills...maintenance guy takes care of any problems I may have (and he's timely too!). If I choose to I can have my 1 bedroom apt. completely cleaned once a month..but so far have not elected to do that, can do that myself. But I love that this option is available to me should I want it. Not the least to mention a really good security system and elevators/lifts! 2 lovely parks directly across the street from me as well, public trans. just about at my doorstep and walking distance to quite a few stores, pizza places, restaurants and Chinese take-out. So as you can see I have nothing to complain about my present living arrangements....but I am deeply, deeply disturbed (seriously) about the direction that my loved adopted country appears to be taking.
Currently I am in conversations with Americans, that I know both young, old and in-between and they feel the same. They too are seriously disturbed about the 'direction', some contemplating leaving the country as well. Already a number of my 38 yr old son's friends have left..to England and Germany...permanently. Artists, entrepreneurs and small business owners.
Can anyone else here identify with some of the same things I have shared here? Am not trying to engage in a slam-fest of the USA...just if others can share their thoughts and/or knowledge of renting in England and if current events are 'disturbing' to others here and if that might be one of a number of determining factors to make the move.
Just an aside...bennies on the other side...is not on the horizon for me..as I would return with a bit of 'change' in my pocket. Though I have no desire to pay high rent...would like to keep some of that 'change' in an account...my 'safety net' in my Golden Years!
Looking forward to any responses, advice or suggestions.
http://britishexpats.com/forum/showthread.php?t=671926
I was a residential manager at one of these places for 4 months and my sister was one for about 4 years I think.
#1065
Re: OVER 50's & 60's MOVING BACK TO THE UK-Silly Chit-Chat & Daily Catch-Up Thread
Thanks Mummy ...yes, that's pretty much what I'm looking for and what I too have been looking at via Rightmove and retirement developments/organizations in England via other websites. The above links are in Wales, correct? But I have to say...England is the place for me!
I think I get confused when looking at these types of flats...as it will talk about as if for sale or rental ..the leaseholds?
Last night I spent quite a bit of time in Poole...travelling up and down the roads there via Google maps & the white circle in the road ..after finding a neat flat for rent in a fairly new semi-high rise...the rent for a 1bed. flat was 565 cpm (not a retirement community). I believe Poole near to Bournemouth. I saved that place on my desktop rightmove.
I think I get confused when looking at these types of flats...as it will talk about as if for sale or rental ..the leaseholds?
Last night I spent quite a bit of time in Poole...travelling up and down the roads there via Google maps & the white circle in the road ..after finding a neat flat for rent in a fairly new semi-high rise...the rent for a 1bed. flat was 565 cpm (not a retirement community). I believe Poole near to Bournemouth. I saved that place on my desktop rightmove.