Visiting UK

Henley-on-Thames

Trains from Henley-on-Thames to London are a convenient way to travel from South Oxfordshire to the capital.

Services depart from Henley-on-Thames train station, which is located in the city centre. They arrive at London Paddington station in central London. The company that runs trains on this route is called First Great Western.

Trains leave Henley for London all during the day. There are up to two trains an hour departing from the station. Departure times vary hour by hour, so check schedules for exact times. Trains from London to Henley-on-Thames return up to four times an hour.

Outside of early mornings on weekdays, every train from Henley-on-Thames to London requires a connection or two along the way. These happen at Twyford and Reading stations.

Journey times from Henley to London range from 44 minutes to 1 hour, 20 minutes. Often services that require two connections are quicker than those that require fewer, so check timetables before you travel.

Single tickets in standard class on trains from Henley-on-Thames to London start at 14.20 GBP. Cheap tickets like these are available for those that buy train tickets online in advance and make their journey at off-peak hours. Railcard holders can get even deeper discounts.

Battersea Dogs and Cats Home

The annual Battersea Dogs Cats Home Gala Ball takes place each year to raise funds for the London-based animal welfare charity. The date of the ball in 2011 is November 11, 2011.

The ball, which is called the Collars & Coats Gala Ball, is a black tie event held in Battersea Park. It celebrates the charity’s work in rehoming lost, unwanted and abandoned animals. The ball is attended by celebrities like Simon Cowell and royals like HRH Prince Michael of Kent.

Starting with a red carpet welcome from blue-coated dogs in need of homes, the Battersea Dogs Cats Home Gala Ball continues with a champagne reception, banquet dinner, live entertainment, and an auction in support of the charity.

Tickets for the Collars & Coats Battersea Dogs Cats Home Gala Ball can be purchased over the phone at 020 7627 9309. Additional information is available at http://www.collarsandcoats.org.uk.

Train Station in Llandudno

Trains from London to Llandudno are an easy way to get from the UK capital to the beautiful seaside resort town in Wales.

Trains depart daily from London Euston train station in central London. They arrive at Llandudno railway station in the heart of Llandudno in north Wales.

Some trains from London to Llandudno are require only one change at Llandudno Junction, which is close to Llandudno. Other trains require a change or two in cities like Crewe and Chester.

The travel time on this route depends on which train you take and whether you take a train with one change or with two changes. Trains take between 3h26m and 3h36m to get to Wales.

Tickets for trains from London to Llandudno start at 34 pounds for a single if you book online in advance. Further discounts are available for railcard holders. If possible, don’t wait to buy tickets at the station on your date of departure, as ticket prices are much higher than if you buy ahead of time.