The only way is up: Land's End to John o' Groats 2015

[VocalNeal]

bampot.

How far does Slap have to get before he is official a cheuchter

[PAG]

bampot.

How far does Slap have to get before he is official a cheuchter

Probably north of the Moray Firth.

[Neverna]

Since I have you here - any good recommendations for places to stay about 70-ish miles north of Annan? I was gonna ride to Edinburgh but think accommodation will be lacking due to the festival...

At that distance, you'll be pretty close to Glasgow or Edinburgh, depending on which route you've taken. There are some nice rolling hills for you to enjoy on the way. Nice rides on a motorbike.

Did you go through Langholm (the Muckle Toon) and up past Hawick, Selkirk and Galashiels on your way north? Or Lockerbie, Beattock and Moffat?

[withnallstoke]

Slapper.

Turn round and head back south.

Them there jocks, they conna tow crate.

You'll drown in phlegm and spittle.

[Topper]

Slap,

You're now in the land of the gorgeous red heads, who have pubic hair as soft as the down on Godfrey's ass. Beware of those evil temptresses who might erode your resolve to finish your journey to Man's End.

[dirk diggler]

bampot.

How far does Slap have to get before he is official a cheuchter

Tae be classed as a Teuchter ye've tae bide as far as either 3 neep fields, 2 coo fields or 1 sheep field fae the city limits.

Yer Da must hae a Massie Ferguson, yer Ma smokes rollies in the bath while listenin tae The Cabrach n awai ye wak ye're uptae yer knees in dubs.

Cabrach Radio
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[Gerbil]

You're now in the land of the gorgeous red heads, who have pubic hair as soft as the down on Godfrey's ass.

Remember: Red hair, smelly minge. Enough said.

[VocalNeal]

bampot.

How far does Slap have to get before he is official a cheuchter

Yer Da must hae a Massie Ferguson,

Och dear. Weel mah da used tae hae yin.

[Chittychangchang]

Edinburgh to John o'goats 275miles !!

All your troubles are behind you! Especially if you stop and then barbarian katoeys ambush you.

Use phrases posted above and they'll embrace you as one of their own, never speak English and always carry a can of Irn Bru or Special Brew.

Looking forward to the pics

[Gerbil]

.... and remember 'caber tossing' isn't exactly what the sweaties advertise it as, so politely refuse if someone asks you to indulge in a spot of manly wood handling.

[somtamslap]

Or Lockerbie, Beattock and Moffat?

That way, and it was stunning!

[Neverna]

Or Lockerbie, Beattock and Moffat?

That way, and it was stunning!

Yeah, I like the Devils Beef Tub, and the road from Annan up towards Lockerbie is a great run, and is especially beautiful in Autumn.

Did you buy any Moffat toffees in Moffat? Delicious.

[somtamslap]

Yesterday was a 76 mile yomp from Kendal to Annan, just inside the Scottish border.

The highest climb of the trip so far, Shap Fell 1,300ft, was negotiated straight out of the starting gate, and from there the road wended down to Penrith and on towards Carlisle.

Halfway up Shap Fell...



Haweswater in the background... for those who've seen the film, this is where Withnail shouted, "I'M GONNA BE A STAR!"



Bit of scenery coming up to Carlisle...



Outside Carlisle cathedral...



And finally over the Scottish border, where a host of sensational single malts awaited my pleasure...

[Neverna]

^ The Blue Bell Inn?

[somtamslap]

Blimey! Are you Scotch, Nervana?

[Neverna]

No, but I've been on the piss in Annan and I've been to the Bell on several occasions. In fact, I think it was the last pub I was in the last time I was in Scotland!

[somtamslap]

I've been on the piss in Annan

It goes to bed early does that town. I was all up for settling in the Italian restaurant with a bottle of Prosecco last night, but Mario decided to shut up shop at 9m...

This morning after a good night's sleep in one of the best B&Bs I've stayed in - Rowan Bank - I feasted vigorously on potato cakes and once again boarded my fucking bicycle.

Heading towards Edinburgh on a cycle path I only had to scream at inconsiderate drivers twice before joining the A708 and riding amid the most stunning scenery I've ever had the pleasure to pedal through - breath taking indeed.

I was treated to over 30 miles of this kind of fare today...









Haggis in a bun for Lunch...



Just south of Edinburgh right now.

Perth or further tomorrow...

[chassamui]

If I recall correctly, the last time I was in Scotland we were headed for the next urbanisation on the map. To this day, the place has never materialised. Spooky.

Some serious wilderness north of Dundee. Stay safe mate.

[Stinky]

Haggis in a bun for Lunch...

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Eating the local fodder is a good move, now rub yourself in horse shit and they might never know you're of good sothern stock and you might get out alive.

[kingwilly]

Bladdy brilliant scenery and that haggis looks a bit of alright.

[BigRed]

Is a haggis the same as a faggot?

[Chittychangchang]

Is a haggis the same as a faggot?

Faggots come from Wales

Faggots are a traditional dish in the UK, especially South and Mid Wales and the Midlands of England. It is made from meat off-cuts and offal, especially pork. A faggot is traditionally made from pig's heart, liver and fatty belly meat or bacon minced together, with herbs added for flavouring and sometimes bread crumbs.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Faggot_(food)

Haggis is....English

Haggis is a savoury pudding containing sheep's pluck (heart, liver and lungs); minced with onion, oatmeal, suet, spices, and salt, mixed with stock, traditionally encased in the animal's stomach though now often in an artificial casing instead. According to the 2001 English edition of the Larousse Gastronomique: "Although its description is not immediately appealing, haggis has an excellent nutty texture and delicious savoury flavour".

It is believed that food similar to haggis (though not so named), perishable offal quickly cooked inside an animal's stomach, all conveniently available after a hunt, was eaten from ancient times.

Although the name "hagws" or "hagese" was first used in England c. 1430, the dish came to be considered traditionally Scottish, even the national dish, as a result of Scots poet Robert Burns' poem Address to a Haggis of 1787. Haggis is traditionally served with "neeps and tatties", boiled and mashed separately, and a dram (a glass of Scotch whisky), especially as the main course of a Burns supper.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Haggis

[Neverna]

Is a haggis the same as a faggot?

No.


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[withnallstoke]

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[VocalNeal]

Is a haggis the same as a faggot?

[/QUOTE]

No. A Haggis is a food. According to the hazing/sledging on here, a faggot is a guy who rides a bike to John o'Groats