Lucy, Hi and welcome to the board :)
I agree with JG, the train would seem to be the kindest if you or hubby can't drive. We're in a similar situation, we live between Glasgow and Edinburgh and are picking up our puppy from Boston, Lincs

but we both drive. We've been down a couple of times now but I must admit it's a very long drive. Good luck - let us know how you get on - what breed of puppy are you getting?
P.S. JG ) Barring
unforseen delays - Surely this can't be British Rail you're talking about :rolleyes:
Sharon
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