sc, Lake District to get it's own currency........

[Burney]

Exactly so. That is my plan. However, my ability to burn through money must not be underestimated.

I'll be skint inside 18 months.

Just remember: "Frugality may be termed the daughter of prudence, the sister of temperance and the parent of liberty"

[IUFG]

Yes. Very nice. Apart from when it rains or is covered in mist or snow (ie most of the year).

Mind you, before I bought that place, the occupants would have to solemnly promise to take all the furniture, curtains, wallpaper, fittings and carpets away with them. The fireplace is fvcking hideous as well.

Well, yes.

Gut it and spend £100k. Sorted.

[Sir C]

Just remember: "Frugality may be termed the daughter of prudence, the sister of temperance and the parent of liberty"

Tight ****.

[Burney]

Well, yes.

Gut it and spend £100k. Sorted.

Honestly, though, how do so many people get through decades of life without ever developing any aesthetic discernment? What do they do with their eyes? How can you look at decor that makes your house look like a mid-range suburban knocking shop and not recoil?

[Burney]

Tight ****.

I don't think frugality's ever got anyone any of that, tbh.

[IUFG]

Honestly, though, how do so many people get through decades of life without ever developing any aesthetic discernment? What do they do with their eyes? How can you look at decor that makes your house look like a mid-range suburban knocking shop and not recoil?

There's no accounting for taste, b.

though that place is taking twee to another level.