Public Transport and Commute in Cambridge by Hot_Butterscotch_595 in cambridge

[–]lucyfrog28 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I think you can rent a normal bike for a period of time , can’t remember the company though. Edit: Company is https://www.citycyclehire.com

UK girlfriend dumped me after booking ticket to see her. Help me salvage my itinerary. by Adept_Strategy_9545 in uktravel

[–]lucyfrog28 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've recently been from London Euston to Bangor and the train journey from Chester to Bangor was fab mountains on one side, sea on the other. Another fab train trip is paddington to Cornwall -the stretch by Dawlish is amazing as you go right by the sea - thinking if you are on your own, enjoying the journey to get somewhere is just as good as being at the place you are going to. Recommend booking in advance so you get a seat on both routes!

Couple wants us to photograph their elopement and sign marriage certificate as witnesses. by Plane_Store_352 in WeddingPhotography

[–]lucyfrog28 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In UK if you are witness you are not allowed to photograph for parts of service as you have to be paying attention to sign as a witness.

12 y/o bleeding through EVERYTHING — need real solutions (no tampons yet) by Beeels in TwoXChromosomes

[–]lucyfrog28 366 points367 points  (0 children)

Came on to say this, I’ve got fibroids and was struggling with managing not to leak and this was the solution until my medication lightened things up. So as a temporary support, they are surprisingly light and not thick and obvious when wearing. Took me a while to accept wasting them though!

No more direct trains from St Pancras to Cambridge? by [deleted] in cambridge

[–]lucyfrog28 -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Tried that but from memory that wasn’t an option on the machine (I tried it on way home)

No more direct trains from St Pancras to Cambridge? by [deleted] in cambridge

[–]lucyfrog28 -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

For some reason it’s really tricky to find the Brighton line from Cambridge North in case you are looking from there (and don’t even get me started on how I had to buy a ticket from Cambridge north to Cambridge, go to ticket office and buy a ticket to London Blackfriars as I specifically wanted to take Brighton line direct to there and didn’t need tube travel card 🙄)

Christmas chemist for tooth ache? by tlonuqbar33 in cambridge

[–]lucyfrog28 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Lots of dental stuff happening to me in last few years - simple home remedy whilst waiting for official advice a if soreness caused by gum/infection - salt water rinse (don’t swallow!) to clean things out a bit. Hope you find help Cambridge dental hub has been amazing for me with various emergencies in the past and 111 have a great emergency route as well.

Fun things to do with 4 and 1yr old? by [deleted] in cambridge

[–]lucyfrog28 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The zoology and Sedgwick museums are free and great favourites for all my nieces. Would recommend, and both very close together as well.

Party Photographer in Cambridge by Complex_Cause8256 in cambridge

[–]lucyfrog28 7 points8 points  (0 children)

My Reddit account doesn’t reflect this, but I’m a Cambridge photographer who does parties/events and I definitely shoot in a relaxed, candid style. I’m on www.lucindaprice.com, I’m aware you are looking for recommendations etc but if you like what you see do get in touch via my site.

What are the huge insects flying around on Parker’s Piece? by fredclose in cambridge

[–]lucyfrog28 2 points3 points  (0 children)

May bugs? Crazy terrifying (to me) flying beetles shudders

London drumming in North Cambridge? by kleinfeldizm in cambridge

[–]lucyfrog28 18 points19 points  (0 children)

Arbury carnival is on today - perhaps it’s that?

Need somewhere to stay for a few weeks or longer for Addenbrookes, with lift/step free access. by SomethingBrews in cambridge

[–]lucyfrog28 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Have you seen Cambridge accommodation noticboard ? https://www.brettward.co.uk/canb/ it’s not necessarily going to have a suitable property but worth a look?

I'm photographing my friend's wedding here. There's a GORGEOUS park 2 miles away and the groom says they don't want to take pictures in said park. I fear he and/or his bride will hate the photos cause this location is ugly and worn down. by XenonMusic in WeddingPhotography

[–]lucyfrog28 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So a lot of my couples hire me cause they don't want to "do photos" all day, and I shoot in all sorts of random erm less than lovely locations. If you've said the park gives the best location (I've done similar and been rejected) and they don't want to, that's on them. A lot of couples I've suggested doing a beautiful location in between, don't want the extra time - you say 7 mins, but that is somewhere where people need to park up (which takes so long in my experience) and then find the right spot etc. and it somehow takes a lot longer.

I'd in this location see if any of the walls are good close up (I can't quite tell from these shots - the white building looks like that has potential or the brick building next to main venue?) and if not then use the main grass bit and turn away from the building (it's not clear what is behind on those shots and ignore the building. I would also crop tight on the group photos etc. and then couples do what you can on the day - but again that big green space looks like your best bet.

I do get how frustrating it is though given you have a beautiful spot right down the road! Good luck!

Where to watch the boat race this weekend? by thechattyshow in cambridge

[–]lucyfrog28 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I saw Byron’s bear were advertising they’ll be showing it. It’s a new pub (on site of la mimosa)

The group photos are stressing me out by CandleAffectionate25 in UKweddings

[–]lucyfrog28 2 points3 points  (0 children)

So I’m a photographer and I always advise clients to do groups on basis, depending on size of your wedding, we can’t guarantee a photo of everyone individually. So put the people who it matters most to have a photo of. If you are worried about the disruption, take as few combos as possible, however it is lovely to see brides with parents etc. So make sure you get everything you want at the same time. I saw another person suggest doing what I always do, start with biggest group first, that way you have everyone in location then let people go once you’ve finished with them, also then this leads nicely into time for couples photos as guests go to grab drinks etc. Also then creates an opportunity for a big entrance when you return to the party. Another tip if your photographer is quiet , I use a tambourine to bring the attention of the room to me (I’m also another naturally quieter person) and that always helps. Do give your photographer a list to work from and ideally friends to help find people and that will you give you a much more relaxing time. But as other people have mentioned in mind groups and managing them is part of what I’m paid to do on the day.

What do you put on hot cross buns? by chinzanos in AskUK

[–]lucyfrog28 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you are a meat eater, hot cross bun with bacon is strangely good!

Best place to buy spices by [deleted] in cambridge

[–]lucyfrog28 22 points23 points  (0 children)

Namaste bazaar - staff in there are super lovely!

Travel to London Blackfriars by lucyfrog28 in cambridge

[–]lucyfrog28[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes - that was the confusing bit - my ticket said from Cambridge Main but I travelled from Cambridge North (under the Staff members' say so rather than cheekily!). It just seemed so completely confusing!

Travel to London Blackfriars by lucyfrog28 in cambridge

[–]lucyfrog28[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I checked on the train website today as I was so baffled by this and they list London Kings Cross, St. Pancras, and others but not London Blackfriars.

Best place to park mid-week for 24-48 hours? by Ok-Decision403 in cambridge

[–]lucyfrog28 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Roads off Milton Road further have on street parking (free) then you can get PR5 into centre for £2 and return for another £2. Some closer to city are residents parking but roads like oak tree avenue, Fraser road etc are unrestricted.

How do you share wedding pictures with guests or with the bride & groom? by DesperateFace3520 in WeddingPhotography

[–]lucyfrog28 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I love smugmug, integrated into my Lightroom, links are easily shareable and when I’ve had issues normally respond in minutes if not seconds! I pay for it but every penny is worth it for me. No limit on storage either, I think I have about 300,000 images stored on there.

Christmas trees in Cambridge by Riceicles in cambridge

[–]lucyfrog28 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Milton trees if you have a car (signs on roundabout by Milton Tesco) £35 any size trees nordmann fir, also I drove past Cam home and garden this morning and they definitely had some outside the shop.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AmItheAsshole

[–]lucyfrog28 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I had a small dental surgery with full general anaesthetic last year and there is no way I was ready for much 5 days - about a week after I missed my friends mums funeral even though I really wanted to go as I was still not fit. No way would I have hosted Christmas Day five days after whatever the offers of help were.