patrickb1920@reddit
Corsica is good if you want beaches and want somewhere less common, but still access to good restaurants and landmarks. If you're wanting more beaches than this, it would be Spain
patrickb1920
What’s a good holiday destination up to 2.5 hours from UK ideal for kids?
Posted by MyStrangeAddiktion@reddit | AskUK | View on Reddit | 64 comments
Do you keey your eyes open or closed in the dentist's chair?
Posted by Curious_Exercise_535@reddit | AskUK | View on Reddit | 115 comments
patrickb1920@reddit
I stare at the ceiling
How much do cigarettes cost in the school yard now?
Posted by couldaspongedothis@reddit | AskUK | View on Reddit | 32 comments
patrickb1920@reddit
Good old 50p ciggarettes.
Do you think British comedians generally get worse overtime at stand up?
Posted by CompetitionNo3466@reddit | AskUK | View on Reddit | 210 comments
patrickb1920@reddit
it's that rawness which makes an bands/artist's first albums the best. Marilyn Manson is another example.
Do you think British comedians generally get worse overtime at stand up?
Posted by CompetitionNo3466@reddit | AskUK | View on Reddit | 210 comments
patrickb1920@reddit
Can certainly be the case. It's common with rock or metal bands as well, where their initial tone is aggressive and emotive, but when they reach peak fame, they don't have the same aggression or realism in the lyrics.
Do you think British comedians generally get worse overtime at stand up?
Posted by CompetitionNo3466@reddit | AskUK | View on Reddit | 210 comments
patrickb1920@reddit
Some people's fame lapses due to comedy which some people may view as outdated. I'm thinking of Lee Evans and Peter Kay here; I enjoy their comedy but I feel younger people don't relate to them as much as older people aka 30's plus.
Why don't petrol stations have an exit barrier to stop people driving off without paying?
Posted by FuckingPope@reddit | AskUK | View on Reddit | 186 comments
patrickb1920@reddit
Good idea, makes total sense. and would probably have saved the £2k that poor sod who runs the 5 fuel stations lost the other week.
Why is mouldy fruit in shops?
Posted by Bellabell841@reddit | AskUK | View on Reddit | 16 comments
patrickb1920@reddit
I have noticed this with Sainsbury's Strawberries; they're dated printed 2+ days fresh but you'd be lucky to get one as they're going dark when you buy them. The exception to these would the the Taste the Difference Range which have been good recently. For consistency, I find Morrisons is better for fruit in general.
What’s something simple that made your life noticeably happier?
Posted by OpeningSubject5942@reddit | AskUK | View on Reddit | 125 comments
patrickb1920@reddit
Cannabis
What are some good ways to get new hobbies?
Posted by No-Situation-9536@reddit | AskUK | View on Reddit | 41 comments
patrickb1920@reddit
Tennis is a good one: a lot of towns have a club and many run social tennis throughout the week. You'll probably also find that the majority of clubs have a number of teams which compete locally, even at a very low level.
Has margarine fallen out of fashion?
Posted by MadameDePom@reddit | AskUK | View on Reddit | 402 comments
patrickb1920@reddit
Food technology has improved massively in the UK. Lurpak is so popular because it's a perfect balance between butter and margerine. I can have it on anything, toast, sandwiches, teacakes; it just goes with anything. At one time, this wouldn't have been possible to create so well.
Accidental petrol station drive of, are they trying to scam us?
Posted by Echo_Vale@reddit | AskUK | View on Reddit | 24 comments
patrickb1920@reddit
seems very unprofessional of them. I personally would only pay into a business acount or at the very least a name of account where it's going to like 'MotorFuelGroup'.
what to do with rude old tenant who keep coming into our newly rented flat to get his late mailed letters and late online orders?
Posted by island-pantropiko@reddit | AskUK | View on Reddit | 44 comments
patrickb1920@reddit
if he comes around again, say to him you will be happy to get whatever it is he has already in your property, but in the future could he have things sent to his new place. This is calm but creates a clear boundary.
Why are so many companies demanding people return to the office?
Posted by Even-Wasabi7183@reddit | AskUK | View on Reddit | 673 comments
patrickb1920@reddit
From personal experience, working from home in the civil service created a pefect balance. I worked two days in the office and two days at home and the weeks went by so fast. Most of my job was diary management which was perfect on those days working from home where I could be in quiet, where as more of the casework/constituent face-to-face work was done in the office days. This for me was great, but if it was 4 days in the office, I'm not sure I would have coped.
Is it too much to expect or am I overreacting?
Posted by I_have_no_willy@reddit | AskUK | View on Reddit | 18 comments
patrickb1920@reddit
sometimes you get untargeted ads which feature undesirable content. I get it on some websites.
Which Easter eggs can you buy now that isn't full of palm oil?
Posted by Any-Tomato-2915@reddit | AskUK | View on Reddit | 74 comments
patrickb1920@reddit
Not sure about those aha!
Which Easter eggs can you buy now that isn't full of palm oil?
Posted by Any-Tomato-2915@reddit | AskUK | View on Reddit | 74 comments
patrickb1920@reddit
unfortunately the 'milk' one does - [https://www.cadbury.co.uk/products/cadbury-creme-egg-40g/](https://www.cadbury.co.uk/products/cadbury-creme-egg-40g/)
What are the pros and cons of deploying homeless pods like these?
Posted by GasdaRoceries@reddit | AskUK | View on Reddit | 30 comments
patrickb1920@reddit
I understand a lot of these pods are placed in either warehouses or other closed off spaces, so any vandalisation wouldn't be easy.
What are the pros and cons of deploying homeless pods like these?
Posted by GasdaRoceries@reddit | AskUK | View on Reddit | 30 comments
patrickb1920@reddit
The problem I notice is that housing benefit only covers a set amount of the rent, and if you're living in an area which isn't deprived and homeless, you're going to have to figure out how to make that extra £3-500 a month for your rent.
What are the pros and cons of deploying homeless pods like these?
Posted by GasdaRoceries@reddit | AskUK | View on Reddit | 30 comments
patrickb1920@reddit
That's quite sad and the term 'healthy' individual comes across as very opaque to me. There was an article a while back about a schizophrenic who was released from prison in the UK and unlived himself – he was sleeping under a tree in a tent – Is this the world we want to live in?
What are the pros and cons of deploying homeless pods like these?
Posted by GasdaRoceries@reddit | AskUK | View on Reddit | 30 comments
patrickb1920@reddit
Yeh. They're good for emergency accomodation but those struggling to hold down a place due to health needs or other, really need something more long term for mental stability.
How do you still read online articles?
Posted by Aggravating-Fig-9274@reddit | AskUK | View on Reddit | 75 comments
patrickb1920@reddit
Even with this you still get cookie popups and the worst of those, where if you don't pay, you have to accept the cookies - ridiculous!
Incorrect price at the pump, what’s the rules here?
Posted by No-Hotel-2406@reddit | AskUK | View on Reddit | 34 comments
patrickb1920@reddit
Yeh 174 is ridiculous. I believe the highest in the country is 174.9 according to Confused sources.
What does it feel like to be someone's priority?
Posted by throwradrpri@reddit | AskUK | View on Reddit | 28 comments
patrickb1920@reddit
They respond to your calls or texts in a time you both know is an acceptable length of time to wait.
You 'feel' wanted, you 'feel' needed and desired. This for me is what it's like to feel like a priority to someon else.
Why are napkins so small?
Posted by Lazy_Number8830@reddit | AskUK | View on Reddit | 24 comments
patrickb1920@reddit
Ironically, this is quite an immature comment. I don't use them myself, but many people do and if it helps them enjoy their meal better, then so be it.
Amazon Warehouse Operative UK - Have working conditions changed compared to a few years ago?
Posted by HDS124@reddit | AskUK | View on Reddit | 16 comments
patrickb1920@reddit
I can imagine the lawyers licking their lips at those last two sentences
How do you cope with being ill?
Posted by Fluffy-Ad-9754@reddit | AskUK | View on Reddit | 24 comments
patrickb1920@reddit
Do the absolute minimum
What are your favourite useful/productive things to do on your phone?
Posted by OpenCantaloupe4790@reddit | AskUK | View on Reddit | 32 comments
patrickb1920@reddit
I get that, it's like I wonder if I'll be able to re-read my handwriting in a day's time lol
What are your favourite useful/productive things to do on your phone?
Posted by OpenCantaloupe4790@reddit | AskUK | View on Reddit | 32 comments
patrickb1920@reddit
notes for poetry ideas and reminders
Is anyone here apart of a union? If so, what is it like?
Posted by Dangerous_Spot2434@reddit | AskUK | View on Reddit | 27 comments
patrickb1920@reddit
It depends on the sector you're working in. I'm not and wasn't, as it was usually the 'other side of the office' which were uninised, so therefore they did all the heavy lifting for the gamble the higher wages. On this 'side of the office' you'd just wait to see the results and you know you'd get the uplift yourself anyway if they won. Stops a lot of drama.
What was the last NOW album you remember buying? Any bangers I need to revisit?
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patrickb1920@reddit
No, but I do remember this beauty - [https://www.amazon.co.uk/Sk8er-Rock-Vol-1-Slammin-Anthems/dp/B0000C0XR9](https://www.amazon.co.uk/Sk8er-Rock-Vol-1-Slammin-Anthems/dp/B0000C0XR9)
Are McDonalds breaking the new advertising code of conduct?
Posted by AggressiveNeat6391@reddit | AskUK | View on Reddit | 25 comments
patrickb1920@reddit
Apparently in Japan any food in packets at least, has to match size for size what you get in reality; also in visual looks. We should be doing the same over here.
Takeaway lovers: Do you trust 'Just Eat' rating system?
Posted by FinalBv@reddit | AskUK | View on Reddit | 7 comments
patrickb1920@reddit
I trust food hygeine rating the most, usually as a result of an assessement by the local council.
What do you do when there is nothing to do at work?
Posted by Loose-Helicopter9503@reddit | AskUK | View on Reddit | 115 comments
patrickb1920@reddit
If you're allowed earbuds, stick some music on with some hot coffee. That will kill an hour.
Water company is working outside mine and I have an open plan front garden, they have put their barriers up in a way in which allows public to walk across my garden and close to my car. They won't move the barriers to prevent people walking across, can I do anything? They are working here for 1 mont
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patrickb1920@reddit
You are right, but I wanted to give OP some options at least.
Water company is working outside mine and I have an open plan front garden, they have put their barriers up in a way in which allows public to walk across my garden and close to my car. They won't move the barriers to prevent people walking across, can I do anything? They are working here for 1 mont
Posted by Danny1641743@reddit | AskUK | View on Reddit | 22 comments
patrickb1920@reddit
Approach the workmen yourselves; if this doesn't work, contact the company directly. If all else fails, contact your council; and if that doesn't work, contact your MP and specifically ask for them to write to the council on your behalf.
What’s the best type of British food??
Posted by Forsakencuriosity1@reddit | AskUK | View on Reddit | 41 comments
patrickb1920@reddit
The gravy, mash, swedes. Not for me unfortunately lol
What’s the best type of British food??
Posted by Forsakencuriosity1@reddit | AskUK | View on Reddit | 41 comments
patrickb1920@reddit
I feel like I'm one of the few brits who doesn't enjoy roast dinners, mainly because I find them too soggy and stodgy.
How does an adult ‘work on’ interpersonal skills?
Posted by BeneficialPassion878@reddit | AskUK | View on Reddit | 119 comments
patrickb1920@reddit
Could be discrimination
Anyone know what happened to these bad boys?
Posted by slonkycat@reddit | AskUK | View on Reddit | 16 comments
patrickb1920@reddit
Will have to give it a try ;)
What was YOUR thing during lockdown?
Posted by AncientFootball1878@reddit | AskUK | View on Reddit | 1152 comments
patrickb1920@reddit
language learning
Anyone know what happened to these bad boys?
Posted by slonkycat@reddit | AskUK | View on Reddit | 16 comments
patrickb1920@reddit
I now buy the pepperonis individually and buy a packet of 'proper' ramen from the 'world foods' section of the supermarket.
What is the modern day equivalent of a paper round?
Posted by ReliefZealousideal84@reddit | AskUK | View on Reddit | 102 comments
patrickb1920@reddit
Just eat/deliveroo etc;
What would you say the UK equivalent of snapping the spaghetti is?
Posted by portablekettle@reddit | AskUK | View on Reddit | 921 comments
patrickb1920@reddit
and unfortunately the crockery pot doesn't make up for the disappointment
What kind of life abroad do you fantasise about?
Posted by Comfortable-Pace3132@reddit | AskUK | View on Reddit | 53 comments
patrickb1920@reddit
Tokyo: a life with generous wealth. Any food i desire at any time of day, fast drives with top shelf cars cruising on the Shutoko Expressway at 2am in the morning before heading to one of the plethora of underground nightclubs.
Are “walls of kindness” common in the UK?
Posted by EconomicsBrief22@reddit | AskUK | View on Reddit | 119 comments
patrickb1920@reddit
Yeh I enjoy the idea of this as it helps out the needy, but in a library as the above poster said, would make it less likely for someone just to nag one and run off. I also feel, with offerings like this in an indoor setting, that people won't feel as embarassed about getting something they need.
If you could only have 5 meals for the rest of your life, what would they be?
Posted by Dw4rve_@reddit | AskUK | View on Reddit | 112 comments
patrickb1920@reddit
I enjoy pastries for breakfast which I'd class as a meal but get if people assume it's for the last meal of the day on this thread.
If you could only have 5 meals for the rest of your life, what would they be?
Posted by Dw4rve_@reddit | AskUK | View on Reddit | 112 comments
patrickb1920@reddit
Pizza, lasagne, pain au chocolat, croissants, smoked salmon and light veg.
UK sitcom or comedy show where two people order a curry - can you help identify it?
Posted by TheBiGW@reddit | AskUK | View on Reddit | 24 comments
patrickb1920@reddit
Yes i remember this clip, and the mc doesn't want to share his with anyone else, as someone else/others like share and split their order.
How do you manage finances as a couple?
Posted by Toe_Bean_Bandit@reddit | AskUK | View on Reddit | 805 comments
patrickb1920@reddit
Joint main account but seperate current accounts for every-day spending when needed.