North Wessex Downs

Today was our first #lksawaydays of 2020 #ukoutandabout We left Reading and headed out to the Wiltshire village of Avebury to have a walk around the Neolithic henge, visit the museum and have some lunch in the Red Lion. Its been over 20 years since the LKs last visited so were looking forward to re-visiting. There are no charges to walk amongst the stones which make up the largest megalithic stone circle in the world, but there are separate charges for the museum and the Avebury Manor. The main car park is £4 for the day but not very big considering the volume of visitors Avebury sees, so if you visit we would suggest outside peak months. The purpose of the the stone circle is unknown but its believed to be a ritual complex, the site is a sacred site to the contemporary Pagans and if you are lucky on your visit you may see Druidic rites taking place. Its a pleasant half day and if the weather is a little moody it can add to the visit too! #avebury #aveburystones #stones #stonecircle
Today was our first #lksawaydays of 2020 #ukoutandabout We left Reading and headed out to the Wiltshire village of Avebury to have a walk around the Neolithic henge, visit the museum and have some lunch in the Red Lion. Its been over 20 years since the LKs last visited so were looking forward to re-visiting. There are no charges to walk amongst the stones which make up the largest megalithic stone circle in the world, but there are separate charges for the museum and the Avebury Manor. The main car park is £4 for the day but not very big considering the volume of visitors Avebury sees, so if you visit we would suggest outside peak months. The purpose of the the stone circle is unknown but its believed to be a ritual complex, the site is a sacred site to the contemporary Pagans and if you are lucky on your visit you may see Druidic rites taking place. Its a pleasant half day and if the weather is a little moody it can add to the visit too! #avebury #aveburystones #stones #stonecircle
Today was our first #lksawaydays of 2020 #ukoutandabout We left Reading and headed out to the Wiltshire village of Avebury to have a walk around the Neolithic henge, visit the museum and have some lunch in the Red Lion. Its been over 20 years since the LKs last visited so were looking forward to re-visiting. There are no charges to walk amongst the stones which make up the largest megalithic stone circle in the world, but there are separate charges for the museum and the Avebury Manor. The main car park is £4 for the day but not very big considering the volume of visitors Avebury sees, so if you visit we would suggest outside peak months. The purpose of the the stone circle is unknown but its believed to be a ritual complex, the site is a sacred site to the contemporary Pagans and if you are lucky on your visit you may see Druidic rites taking place. Its a pleasant half day and if the weather is a little moody it can add to the visit too! #avebury #aveburystones #stones #stonecircle
Today was our first #lksawaydays of 2020 #ukoutandabout We left Reading and headed out to the Wiltshire village of Avebury to have a walk around the Neolithic henge, visit the museum and have some lunch in the Red Lion. Its been over 20 years since the LKs last visited so were looking forward to re-visiting. There are no charges to walk amongst the stones which make up the largest megalithic stone circle in the world, but there are separate charges for the museum and the Avebury Manor. The main car park is £4 for the day but not very big considering the volume of visitors Avebury sees, so if you visit we would suggest outside peak months. The purpose of the the stone circle is unknown but its believed to be a ritual complex, the site is a sacred site to the contemporary Pagans and if you are lucky on your visit you may see Druidic rites taking place. Its a pleasant half day and if the weather is a little moody it can add to the visit too! #avebury #aveburystones #stones #stonecircle
Ancient stones surround and cut through the delightful village of Avebury.

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Edward Hotel Paddington

Edward Hotel Paddington

3.5 out of 5
London City Centre
Price was ￥228,138, price is now ￥184,301 per person
￥184,301
per person
May 7 - May 10
found 22 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Tokyo (HND) to London (LHR)
7.8/10 Good! (717 reviews)
Really great little hotel in central london and they have parking!

Reviewed on Jan 30, 2026

Oban Victoria Hotel

Oban Victoria Hotel

2.5 out of 5
London City Centre
Price was ￥467,836, price is now ￥214,136 per person
￥214,136
per person
Apr 30 - May 4
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Tokyo (TYO) to London (LHR)
3.8/10 (103 reviews)
Although the location was very good, the room was extremely small, the bathroom was somewhat adapted and it was impossible to sit properly on the toilet due to the smallness of the place, I was cold since the heater they had was not enough for the room which in itself was small, reasonable price.

Reviewed on Oct 28, 2025

Somerset Hotel Baker Street London

Somerset Hotel Baker Street London

3 out of 5
London City Centre
Price was ￥475,808, price is now ￥218,409 per person
￥218,409
per person
Apr 30 - May 4
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Tokyo (TYO) to London (LHR)
4.8/10 (980 reviews)
The Somerset hotel offers excellent value accommodation in London in an excellent, clean, spacious, and safe location! My family and I stayed here in mid-August and were delighted that the hotel was not only close to the Underground, groceries, shops, and amenities, but it was only a short walk to Regent's Park! Eyaz was beyond helpful and welcoming, and did everything possible to enhance our stay with his kindness, care, and professionalism. We will definitely stay here again!

Reviewed on Sep 5, 2025

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4 out of 5
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3 out of 5
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4 out of 5
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3 out of 5
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