Days out on the Thameslink, suggestions?

[Aictos]

As the subject has defined and for the record I’m looking at the Thameslink network so nothing venturing onto Great Northern metals even if it is branded TL.

I’m looking at Brighton, Bedford, Horsham, St Albans and Rochester for starters, anyone got suggestions on where to go in those areas?

For example; pubs (what are the prices like both for meals and drinks), parks, rivers, sea front etc, I’m open to suggestions on what to do in those areas.

 

[BluePenguin]

Much of the Thameslink network is made up of uninteresting commuter towns. There are a few hidden gems though.

Rochester has a nice castle you could visit. Brighton and Greenwich are also excellent contenders with lots to see and do. There is a lovely cafe round the corner from Brighton station which I can never remember the name of (the Bystander?) which does great food that does not cost the earth. It is the perfect place to relax and unwind whilst waiting for a train.

I have been to St Albans a few times and found it very pleasant, the cathedral is well worth a visit if you have the time.

 

[Aictos]

Much of the Thameslink network is made up of uninteresting commuter towns. There are a few hidden gems though.

Rochester has a nice castle you could visit. Brighton and Greenwich are also excellent contenders with lots to see and do. There is a lovely cafe round the corner from Brighton station which I can never remember the name of (the Bystander?) which does great food that does not cost the earth. It is the perfect place to relax and unwind whilst waiting for a train.

I have been to St Albans a few times and found it very pleasant, the cathedral is well worth a visit if you have the time.

I’ve been to Rochester Cathedral, St Albans I only really pass though, Brighton not been there for a while - the cafe sounds nice.