Need suggestions on where to go in the UK.

Okay, I have in mind three areas I want to travel to, and they are all within the UK. England, Scotland or Ireland. Now, where in any of those three places should I visit (city/locale)? Why? What are a few things you would suggest doing/seeing while there, where would you suggest staying (hotel), and is it best to rent a car or use public transportation in that city/locale? My plan is for a visit of 4-5 days.

Edit: I'm the type that doesn't much care for touristy places, more into trying to see/feel the culture/history, etc., of an area.

Edit 2: Been to London, so not interested in that. Also, I'm mostly of Scottish heritage and am thinking I might like Scotland.

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SW-User

What would you like to see/Your interests? The Brontes Parsonage home, in Keighley and the beautiful countryside which inspired so much literature and poetry. Perhaps Tintagel, rumoured to be the origin of the King Arthur legend, again beautiful. Maybe Hadrians Wall and a few Roman settlements? I'd avoid the common spots the crowds may cause dissapointment!

frequentlyme · 70-79, M

@SW-User You are on target with my tastes in travel - get off the beaten path, get away from tourists and see more of the "real" area/country/city.