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Please help me find the cheapest Premier Inn for 3 weeks - sanity depends on this

201 replies

viaprox · 25/07/2022 13:07

Hi,

I have learned something shocking about my fiancé. It has totally made me question whether we should even get married in, almost exactly, a month.

I think it would be beneficial to take some time apart to evaluate things.

I'm shaking literally from the unknown (also have a bad/weird feeling I may be pregnant).

Please advise where I should decamp for a couple/3 weeks.

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I have learned something shocking about my fiancé. It has totally made me question whether we should even get married in, almost exactly, a month.

Lovemusic33 · 25/07/2022 16:29

I hope you are ok OP. My last partner assaulted me and possibly previous partners, he was arrested but not charged, though was charged for harassment (not enough evidence for the sexual assaults), I’m unsure if Claire’s law would show anything other than what he was charged for. If you believe what you have heard to be true then you need to tell a family member or friend and tell them where you are staying so you are safe. As for cheap hotels it depends how far you want to travel but you can do a search online for average room prices, we find Wales have some of the best prices.

DuringDinnerMints · 25/07/2022 16:30

You could try the local university's accommodation department. They often rent out halls of residence rooms during the summer holidays. They're usually cheaper than a premier Inn.

PotWatcher · 25/07/2022 16:41

Airbnb or similar should be cheaper for food as you can self cater. It will add up eating out daily

UncomfortableBadger · 25/07/2022 16:42

OP, depending on your religious affiliations you may want to look at a monastery or convent guesthouse for cheap accommodation & the opportunity for some quiet contemplation and soul searching. You normally don’t have to follow a particular religion or partake in mass/services/events unless you want to.

If you’re in London then this one might suit out in Kent - have been there myself so can vouch for it being a lovely, calm spot at just £56pn B&B. thefriars.org.uk/Accommodation

Thefruitbatdancer · 25/07/2022 16:46

www.tripadvisor.co.uk/HotelsList-Liverpool-Apartment-Hotels-zfp7538.html

Apartment hotel might be better for a longer stay with facilities for cooking and laundry.

ChampagneCharlieIsMyName · 25/07/2022 16:46

I agree with pp. Airbnb.
Send a message to the host asking what price for three weeks. Some really nice hosts with what is effectively a boutique hotel room will rent to you for ÂŁ100 a week. Private room, private bathroom etc.
cancel the wedding, give your guests a chance to get a refund on their hotels.

Newestname002 · 25/07/2022 16:49

Seeline · 25/07/2022 13:19

Wherever you go make sure you have every thing important with you - passport, bank details, credit cards, other paperwork etc

Including marriage certificate. Get a copy of your title deeds (if you co-own the house) from the Land Registry. 🌹

Thefruitbatdancer · 25/07/2022 16:50

www.yha.org.uk/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIsr2ZybGU-QIVy4FQBh0EywNtEAAYASAAEgJAL_D_BwE

Youth hostels have ensuite bedrooms with kitchens and onsite restaurant as well. The one in Amberside, Lake District, is lovely as it's right on the lake front.

shinynewapple22 · 25/07/2022 16:52

MumofSpud · 25/07/2022 14:44

If he was arrested but not charged does that change anything?
Would Claire's Law cover this?
Sounds like you need space / time away from him- but support irl aswell

Be wary of domestic violence where police did not bring a charge . This is often due to the victim recanting - often from fear. It is no way the same as police not believing in someone's guilt - but they need evidence for a charge.

JimmiChoux · 25/07/2022 16:52

@Newestname002 there is no marriage certificate as they are not yet married.

RampantIvy · 25/07/2022 16:54

As it is the first week of the school holidays I would thnk that any accommodation anywhere near somewhere that you would go on holiday would be very expensive.

The cheapest hotel chain I can think of is Ibis. They aren't plush, but basic and clean. Bromley is ÂŁ65 a night, Southampton is ÂŁ49 a night

adorablecat · 25/07/2022 17:04

Try university rooms.com-they let out student accommodation during academic holidays and prices are quite reasonable, even in London.

kateandme · 25/07/2022 17:14

speakout · 25/07/2022 14:48

I would secind University accomodation, all the Unversities in my city rent out student apartments over the summer while the students are gone.
They are usually safe- lots of CCTV, door locks with fobs etc. You will also have the use of a kitchen and lounge/tv area which you wouldn't in a hotel.

3rd this option.more like a home from home.

if you’ve got 3 weeks couldnt you really just get away though. Like I mean not just get the best option hotel,but pick somewhere for a full rest. Somewhere you want to go. On the coast…little cottage,walk,rest,think.
this all sounds really concerning op.most men don’t have this kind of stuff associated with them wrongly or at all.
where did you get the info.are you doubting it because of evidence or because you do y want to beleive it.
don’t be that girl of your last.
be the brave got that got away from that and is an adult bad ass that need to look after herself and make the right decision for all the future years she want to be free to be happy in. Don’t become trapped with this man if their is any doubt op.it will get worse and dangerous very quick if so.

pompei8309 · 25/07/2022 17:34

If there is a possibility of him being a “monster” as you call him the you don’t need a hotel , you need a flat to rent and dump his sorry ass pregnant or not . I would assume it’s “ criminal record” type of discovery and I wish you good luck , I would re-think the pregnancy as well if you really are and move on

Palamon · 25/07/2022 17:35

No-one here can find you a better rate than a bit of judicious googling.

SettingsO · 25/07/2022 17:42

You absolutely need to postpone at the very least.

HernamewasMary · 25/07/2022 17:44

Contact Women's Aid or Refuge and they will help

kungfupannda · 25/07/2022 17:56

Woolwich is usually reasonable and close to the new Elizabeth Line.

Hope you're okay.

parietal · 25/07/2022 18:09

here are the options for university halls in central london

www.london.ac.uk/staycentral

they are safe and have cooking facilities and good wifi

kateandme · 25/07/2022 18:18

Lovemusic33 · 25/07/2022 16:29

I hope you are ok OP. My last partner assaulted me and possibly previous partners, he was arrested but not charged, though was charged for harassment (not enough evidence for the sexual assaults), I’m unsure if Claire’s law would show anything other than what he was charged for. If you believe what you have heard to be true then you need to tell a family member or friend and tell them where you are staying so you are safe. As for cheap hotels it depends how far you want to travel but you can do a search online for average room prices, we find Wales have some of the best prices.

South Wales coast will cure anything

gogohmm · 25/07/2022 18:28

Try Stevenage/letchworth/Welwyn type area, wasn't expensive last time I stopped and not a holiday destination

RedCardigan · 25/07/2022 18:30

If Airbnb is the same price then absolutely do that as having some lounge space will be better than a hotel as well as a kitchen etc

LampLighter414 · 25/07/2022 18:32

I would go to the doctor if you are physically shaking, maybe you need something to calm you down

HinchcliffeandMurgatroyd · 25/07/2022 18:34

Cosmos123 · 25/07/2022 13:19

Is there a friend you can with till you find something for longer.

Take all.valuables and important documentations with you.
Then get a pregnancy test.
Decide what you want to do if the pregnancy is positive.
Bearing in mind if he is a ' monster ' then he will ne in yours and your child's life forever.

Cancel wedding.

Change number.

Get off social media.

If he’s dangerous, it’s safer not to be at an address he knows or could discover.

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