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I am in the middle of setting up a guide to picnicking on roundabouts in the UK.

So far I am collecting information on suitable roundabouts that are located in scenic locations where to enjoy a picnic.

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This one for instance offers peace, tranquillity and shading.

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This offers good views, local amenities and a great sound track of haulage.

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This compact, all weather version, great for a snack and go.

For year these little round oasis have been overlooked and under used, If you know of a roundabout near to you, or if you have a personal experience of picnicking on a roundabout please get in touch.

picnicroundabouts@googlemail.com


 
Posted : 27/02/2009 3:05 pm
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Surely no talk of roundabouts can be complete, without mention of the Legendary Magic Roundabout in Swindon:

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I dream of one day visiting this wondrous place...


 
Posted : 27/02/2009 3:09 pm
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I think I have actually had a snack, at this one:

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Almost got arrested by a Gendarme,for trying to cross the road bit! Haddunt seen the subways.


 
Posted : 27/02/2009 3:10 pm
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Are the Swindon head banger a great feat of engineering, but I fear not that child friendly.


 
Posted : 27/02/2009 3:12 pm
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I think you might be able to get something to eat and drink at this one, as well as take in a flick:

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Posted : 27/02/2009 3:13 pm
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Sadly the latter is not UK based Rudeboy, but thanks for your input, maybe one for my 2nd guide?


 
Posted : 27/02/2009 3:13 pm
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Ok then, I'll do my best to help out with London-based ones.

Canary Wharf has a couple of gooduns; this one has a very confusing set of traffic lights:

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And the larger one 100 yards away actually has a grassy area, flowerbeds and benches, in the middle bit, and great views of the River on the bank side:

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CW workers regularly use it in the summer months, to sit and have their lunch. I have seen people actually picnicking there!


 
Posted : 27/02/2009 3:19 pm
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Milton Keynes must be RPC heaven, surely ?


 
Posted : 27/02/2009 3:24 pm
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Of course, our very own Marble Arch is far superior to that vulgar French thing:

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Has seating/picnicking area.

At the bottom of Park Lane, you have a 'polygonabout', which has a fair bit of space, for relaxing.

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Posted : 27/02/2009 3:26 pm
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Finsbury Circus is actually quite a nice, quiet place to sit and relax, in the hustle and bustle of the City:

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Posted : 27/02/2009 3:28 pm
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What about Old St roundabout in that London *shudders*

Got any pics Rudeboy?


 
Posted : 27/02/2009 3:32 pm
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Not sure if the beautiful Old St one is actually accessible, by the public.

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Don't think this lovely sand sculpture is permanent, mind:

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Posted : 27/02/2009 3:41 pm