Northumberland in the snow

[Marquezs Stabilisers]

Going to Sunderland with work on Thursday, starting in Glasgow. Forecast has canned the plans to take the Honda FireBlade, so as I imagine the trains will knock it on the head, I'll take the Impreza. Spent all that money on CrossClimate Sport 3 so let's see what they can do.

However, will the A68 be clear if the forecast snow comes? Or should I plan to go via Wooler and Coldstream? Take it Kielder will be well out?

[castex]

If in doubt, expect a clear run. If it all kicks off, and particularly considering your transport of delight, you're in for an adventure.

[Marquezs Stabilisers]

castex said:

If in doubt, expect a clear run. If it all kicks off, and particularly considering your transport of delight, you're in for an adventure.

I need a clear run as its a blooming early start on Thursday! Friday I have more flexibility to return!

[Riley Blue]

We're heading to Kielder for a week's break on Saturday in a brand new (685 mile so far), front wheel drive car on Kumho Eco something or other tyres; what could possibly go wrong...?

[coppice]

With decent tyres you'll be fine. I remember one mini break we took at the much missed Tomintoul Hotel (near Ft William) in December when we had 4- 6 inches of fresh snow .We drove up to Kyle of Lochalsh and back withut drama in my wife's Focus TDCi on winters .

[Marquezs Stabilisers]

Thanks everyone. The A69 / M74 is a necessity, not a joy. As it's apparent the roads don't become impassable, unless really bad, drive appropriately, enjoy the view, have the necessary supplies in the car...and if I find a snowy car park, practice my drifting and handbrake turns