Day 1 in Tier 2 - what are your plans for the day?

I was downhearted when we moved into tier two. We can now only see DD and her menfolk in the garden, or on a SD walk, but now it’s winter there is less chance of that. It feels like all the progress toward normality we have made in this crisis has been undone at a stroke. There’s now talk of us moving into tier three but I really hope that doesn’t happen.

It's because the dictirs are busy missfoodlove. My consultant relative has had to cancel his clinics to go back on the Covid ward.

They can't be in two places at once.

Please think hard, everyone, about how necessary your social outings are ?

I was joining a local litter pick but as we are now in tier 2 I’m having second thoughts.

If you do go to another part of the country the rules of your home tier travel with you.

North Lancashire here, so 3 Tier for us.

Pubs/soft play,bookies,etc etc to close but! Gyms to remain open! how does that work, exhaling/inhaling just does not make any sense at all.

I am in a Tier 1 area but because of my lung condition I have decided to put myself into a sort of isolation. Mr B is going to do a short shop and visit to the bank for me today so I can stay in, which is great as I am tired and I can just sit and perfect my sock sitting on four needles.

Riverwalk, I sincerely hope tier 2 works for your area.
In Lancashire we were downgraded or upgraded even from extra measures to tier 2 for a few days so we were allowed to visit our daughter and family in her garden.
Today we move to tier 3 as Bikergran said.

I quite understand the risks regarding travel but understand at the moment it is allowed from high risk areas with your own household. We have recently returned from a trip to Melrose. We travelled in our own car, stayed in a remote cottage for two nights, cooked our own meals and went walking. The only time we went into Melrose itself was to visit the Abbey on Friday morning where we had the whole site to ourselves. We realise this will most likely be out last break for a long time as our county will most certainly become a tier 3 soon. I think it is certainly all about following the rules, being sensible and taking care to protect each other.

We will be zooming the friends we have been having tea with every Saturday afternoon. Tomorrow is exciting as we have an appointment at our local Apple store. Haven’t been to the local mall this year.

I live on a county border, I am just inside tier 3 yet 5 minuites walk and am in a tier 1 ? I will travel between the 2 as I have livestock to care for, my grandson has a weekend job and our nearest shop are all in the next county. So to be honest carrying on as normal, luckily I don't drink or go to the gym so won't be breaking too many "rules"

We’ve been away to Bournemouth for a few days. Stayed at the Cumberland Hotel. Very well thought out social distancing policies and very clean. Lovely staff from variety of countries all very friendly, good food and fresh sea air. Bit old fashioned but in a good way. Excellent shopping area all with strict policies sanitising and limiting numbers. Everyone calm and patient.

I wasn’t directed my comments at anyone in particular but as others have said - perhaps consider what journeys are necessary, rather than just for pleasure. Obviously animal welfare is an essential - we are looking after DD2’s dogs here and I’ll be meeting her on Monday at Ikea as she’s disabled and needs to return something.
We are in a University City - 100 a day testing positive, but the local population have to knuckle down and do as we are told for T2 - no mixed households and still outside. Luckily, we’re a hardy lot Up North.

I agree Missfoodlove, I feel the same.
In a few days partner and I are travelling from a level one to a level two area to look after his daughters two very young children whilst she has an operation. Normally I wouldn't do this but not really any alternative.

Schools have closed for two weeks in Northern Ireland. I suspect we might be doing some child minding. A Halloween break in a hotel for all the family has been cancelled,. The hotel are being difficult about a refund. Otherwise its same as usual. We only go out to the supermarket anyway.

I'm distraught as DGDs are from today in tier2 area .We dashed back from holiday in york area to see them after school last night .Oldest DGD is very close to me and is very upset .My DD is adamant we are banished ! Her Mil is on their bubble so sees the kids 3 times a week as normal .( we only see them once a week ) Feeling very upset today I am going to resume my C25k plan might feel better after some air we are in tier 1 so no changes for us .

Count your blessings you lucky tier 2 people, were in 3!

Typo “we’re’

In tier 3 here, been to supermarket early this morning. I've had grandchildren overnight.... we are in a household support bubble, daughter single parent and I'm on my own. Daughter was working last night and again tonight. Taking dgc for a walk later, definitely need some fresh air, I've been working in an office all week.... NHS Admin so have worked throughout.

I had to shield earlier in the year. I did see my grandchildren twice outdoors during the summer but couldn’t have a kiss. We are now in tier 3 so that’s me locked down again (bronchiectasis etc.).

It wasn’t so bad in summer as we have a garden but I am not looking forward to winter.

Some of my otherwise lovely neighbours are not obeying the rules. It’s annoying.

It's no surprise that it's us beyond Watford who are suffering most. Lack of improved housing and a lot of poverty which Westminster doesn't address when they're busy building skyscrapers in London costing millions. Makes me sick.

I went out to get my newspaper (said hello to neighbours on the way to and from and waved to the little boy next door - that's the sum total of my social interaction for the day) and am going to tackle the big crossword, read most of the rest of it and go through the telly pages - exciting, hey?

If the grass doesn't feel too damp I suppose I'd better get off my backside and mow it. Watch telly later and really that's about it.

A plumber is coming to give the boiler its annual check on Monday if that's allowed. I'll keep my distance. Tuesday I go to Phlebotomy to give a blood sample (cancer aftercare) and Wednesday there's a hairdressing appointment if that can still go ahead. I'll phone first to avoid a wasted journey. We are living in strange times.

fevertree

With your username being Riverwalk I presume you can walk by the Thames. I'm in SW London and love walking the Thames path and walked from Richmond to Kingston a few weeks ago. We've also recently walked a stretch from Barnes and then hopped on a bus to get home.

Yes I do fever I live next to the Thames.

The longest walk I've done is Chelsea Bridge to Richmond - it took hours! We had lunch at whatever that pub is at the bridge then hopped on the train to Clapham Junction, which took about eight minutes . The Thames does meander!

How difficult for you folk with family in different tiers. I'm fortunate my immediate family are all in the same area other than a stepson nursing in London. So for the moment we are allowed the luxury of an outdoor distanced meet up. My youngest GC remain in our childcare bubble as DD husband works away during the week (our only bending of the rules). I'm afraid this has to be the case as she's a social worker dealing with an enormous caseload of child mental health issues. Very much in demand at the moment.

Saw my Family yesterday for the last for who knows how long! Very sad & didnt tell my GC that I may not see them for weeks. How long will this almost Lockdown last? For me it is just like Lockdown was as will not be able to go anywhere or see anyone. To chilly & wet to sit in gardens. Hate solitude & hate Covid even more!

BlueBelle

I m off to meet a friend for an indoor coffee and then a bit of shopping probably put down more bulbs in the afternoon or a bit of drawing/painting
Normal saturday I have no understanding of this 3 tiered situation as it seems different every time I read it so I ll just carry on carrying on

I just follow the rules on the government website as newspapers can't seem to get it right and give out conflicting information. I'm currently in tier 2 but heading towards tier 3 so cannot meet with any other household indoors or in private gardens. Here in Greater Manchester, we have been under local restrictions for ages now!