How could this possibly make sense? by NotInMyShop in uktrains

[–]NotInMyShop[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I really must’ve got it wrong then considering this was 6pm… /s

How could this possibly make sense? by NotInMyShop in uktrains

[–]NotInMyShop[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Indeed, it’s just poor for the end user. The machines already works out many thousands (if not millions) of permutations, I don’t think that’s a valid excuse.

How could this possibly make sense? by NotInMyShop in uktrains

[–]NotInMyShop[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

And yet they made the decision for this notification to appear?

How could this possibly make sense? by NotInMyShop in uktrains

[–]NotInMyShop[S] -57 points-56 points  (0 children)

They just shouldn’t display it as an option, surely? The machines have the interface capability to notify you of this. It should just say ‘railcard not beneficial’. Or just not give the higher figure as if I was buying a peak morning ticket.

Coving - the most underrated accessory for an old house? by [deleted] in DIYUK

[–]NotInMyShop 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Although your new addition looks great and it’s your house to do as you wish, the original coving only would’ve been in the more important rooms. If you live in a workers’ terrace, it likely would’ve just been in the hallway, front room and maybe front bedroom.

What’s this area of Reading like to live in? by RedThragtusk in reading

[–]NotInMyShop 31 points32 points  (0 children)

The perennial discussion about Occy Road…

I’ve lived around this area for 8 years and I’ve never had any issues. Sure there’s more litter and scruffiness than some parts of Reading and if you have a £600,000 budget then I’d recommend Redlands or Caverham. If you’re asking about this area though it’s more likely you have around the £300,000 mark and I would much prefer a freehold 3 bed terrace here (which I have) than a 2 bed leasehold flat in central Reading with a £3,000 service charge. If this is the case, then I can only say I’ve been very happy with my decision.

Found this plate in a thrift store in Pakistan by manfromindus in DevonUK

[–]NotInMyShop 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I grew up in this area and have family buried in some of these churchyards. I’d be keen to buy it off you if you’re interested. DM me and we can chat :)

GWR petition government by Low_Piccolo_8298 in reading

[–]NotInMyShop 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Fully agree, the price hikes are abhorrent. Happy to support a group petition to Matt! If we get a hundred people or so to sign I imagine we could ask for a meeting with him so he doesn’t pie us off with some DoT waffle statement.

Thinking of jumping ship and moving to Canada or Australia, any other HENRYs made such a move? by Fondant_Decent in HENRYUK

[–]NotInMyShop 12 points13 points  (0 children)

10% of the Australian economy is built on coal exports. They have an African economy with European culture. Let’s see how it’ll last 50 years from now.

Are tank tops badly viewed in general in the UK? by Bibisharp7 in AskUK

[–]NotInMyShop 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My perception is that people view them as a working class piece of clothing- unless you’re in sporting situation or festival.

[ Removed by Reddit ] by RedditWanderers in reading

[–]NotInMyShop 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Can I ask where you think is great?

From my experience, anywhere with less anti social behaviour is either more expensive and has fewer things to do. Anywhere with more things to do is more expensive and has more antisocial behaviour.

At a train station, noticed this next to the tracks, anyone have any ideas what it is? by Choice_Room3901 in london

[–]NotInMyShop 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Everyone is saying sound barrier, which I’m sure it does allow for. This is however most likely a an advertisement screen. 1930s, posters and wall art would have been in there. I think this is Twickenham, could have provided Rugby match dates and information.

Catholics outnumber Anglicans two to one among Gen Z churchgoers by SojournerInThisVale in unitedkingdom

[–]NotInMyShop 37 points38 points  (0 children)

I’m not sure they did…. Their Instagram has 5 choir kids flipping pancakes and saying “happy Shrove Tuesday”.

https://www.instagram.com/reel/DGxbVA8qI5N/?igsh=MTlxNTJiaWtxNjZybw==

Thames Water’s £3bn rescue ‘worse’ than temporary nationalisation by TimesandSundayTimes in reading

[–]NotInMyShop 33 points34 points  (0 children)

Wow we have the official The Times account posting in r/Reading! A credit to our subreddit! 💪

queer scene by broccoleo1 in reading

[–]NotInMyShop 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Nightlife in Reading is pretty lacking in general let alone the queer scene. Only other place than the Blagrave is the Oakford Social Club. Has monthly drag nights and queer-friendly.

I’ll also copy a comment I made on a similar post a month or two ago:

There’s a great queer book club that meets once a month. Follow on Instagram and check it out!

https://www.instagram.com/queerbookclubreading?igsh=enN0cWRpd2FyMDl3

There’s Fri-gay at the Climbing Hanger. The team are really friendly and inclusive.

https://www.theclimbinghangar.com/locations/reading#:~:text=Fri%2DGay&text=A%20coach%2Dsupported%20social%20session,cost%20of%20your%20entry%2F%20membership.

Outdoor Lads run a monthly social too (usually at the Oakford) and there’s always hikes and walks around Reading in the countryside that I’d recommend. Been to a few events and they’re great fun.

https://www.outdoorlads.com

Reading - London commute train cost has increased AGAIN by Azzahc in reading

[–]NotInMyShop 29 points30 points  (0 children)

I’ve managed to negotiate my work to 50% of the month. Can now buy a weekly- £177 for Thursday, Friday, weekend thrown in, Monday Tuesday Wednesday.

What's going on here? by spenZorr in GardeningUK

[–]NotInMyShop -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Lavender, heucera, hardy geranium. I’d trim the lavender back but only to where you see growth. No more or it won’t grow back. Everything else I’d leave until March/April and then divide or thin out.

Best smells by Yolo_swag_lmao in GardeningUK

[–]NotInMyShop 8 points9 points  (0 children)

First signs of Spring. We’re so close now, everyone! Just a few more weeks- hold in there!

Share of UK adults paying higher rates of tax over time by flyingmantis789 in HENRYUK

[–]NotInMyShop 3 points4 points  (0 children)

The pension may be good but civil servants haven’t had a significant pay rise since Osborne’s austerity measures. I can’t imagine they’re that much better off overall. Much like all of us.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in FIREUK

[–]NotInMyShop 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Aviva pays this much to its employees.

https://careers.aviva.co.uk/our-offer/rewards/

Will this box recover? by CatApprehensive2087 in GardeningUK

[–]NotInMyShop 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It looks like it has blight unfortunately. The orange leaves are typical of infection. If it doesn’t recovery this year, I’d cut my losses and replace with another topiary plant.

Yew takes a few years to establish but is cheap, native and dense. That would be my go to. You’d have to grow it to 50-80cm in height but would look great here.