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 # AI Context — Roadtrip Wiki
 
 ## Purpose
-This is a personal travel planning wiki for a road/cycling trip. It lives on GitHub and is designed to be extended by any AI assistant.
+Personal travel planning wiki for a workation road and cycling trip. Lives on GitHub, designed to be extended by any AI assistant.
 
 ## Trip Overview
-- **Start:** Walldorf, Germany (near Heidelberg)
-- **End:** Ireland (cycling the Wild Atlantic Way)
-- **Departure:** Tuesday, August 4th, 2026
-- **Mode:** Car (Germany → England), ferry crossings, cycling (Ireland)
+- **Traveller:** Based in Walldorf, Germany
+- **Vehicle:** Electric car
+- **Departure:** Tuesday, August 4th, 2026 (early morning — must catch daytime ferry)
+- **Return:** ~September 2nd, 2026
+- **Nature:** Workation — working remotely while travelling
 
-## Route Summary
-1. Walldorf, Germany → Hoek van Holland (Netherlands) by car
-2. Hoek van Holland → Harwich, England by ferry (Stena Line overnight)
-3. Harwich → Heysham or Liverpool by car (with stops)
-4. Heysham or Liverpool → Isle of Man by ferry (Steam Packet Company)
-5. Isle of Man → Dublin or Belfast by ferry
-6. Ireland: cycle the Wild Atlantic Way (north or south)
+## Route (in order)
+1. **Walldorf → Hoek van Holland** — drive to port, no stops needed
+2. **Hoek van Holland → Harwich** — Stena Line daytime ferry, already booked
+3. **Harwich → Liverpool** — drive north; stops at Cambridge, York, Lake District recommended
+4. **Liverpool → Isle of Man** — Steam Packet ferry (or from Heysham)
+5. **Isle of Man** — 2–4 days sightseeing
+6. **Isle of Man → Belfast** — ferry; start Wild Atlantic Way from the north
+7. **Wild Atlantic Way** — cycling/driving north to south (Donegal → Kerry), ~3 weeks
+8. **Dublin** — arrive by Aug 29; Aug 30 college football (Aviva Stadium), Aug 31 possible Bon Jovi
+9. **Dublin → Cherbourg** — Irish Ferries overnight ferry, Sep 1
+10. **Cherbourg → Walldorf** — drive ~1,000 km, Sep 2
+
+## Confirmed Dates
+- **Aug 4:** Morning ferry Hoek van Holland → Harwich (booked)
+- **Aug 30 (last Saturday of August):** Aer Lingus College Football Classic, Aviva Stadium, Dublin
+- **Aug 31:** Possible Bon Jovi concert, Dublin
+- **Sep 1:** Dublin → Cherbourg overnight ferry
+- **Sep 2:** Home in Walldorf
+
+## EV Considerations
+Every location file should include an **EV Charging** section covering:
+- Rapid charger locations near key stops
+- Charging strategy (overnight vs. en route)
+- Known gaps or limitations (Isle of Man has a limited network)
+- Cannot charge on any ferry crossing
+
+Useful tools: [Zap-Map](https://www.zap-map.com) (UK), [ESB ecars](https://esb.ie/ecars) (Ireland), [Chargemap](https://chargemap.com) (France/Europe), [A Better Route Planner](https://abetterrouteplanner.com)
+
+## Wild Atlantic Way Direction
+**North to south** — starting near Belfast/Donegal, ending near Kerry/Cork before driving to Dublin.  
+Official WAW direction is north→south. Cycling this way means headwinds on exposed Atlantic sections but the landscapes build dramatically as you go south.
 
 ## Wiki Structure
 ```
 /
-├── README.md               # Trip overview and navigation
-├── .ai-context.md          # This file — AI instructions and trip context
-├── CONTRIBUTING.md         # How to add locations and recommendations
-├── locations/
-│   ├── 00-walldorf.md
-│   ├── 01-route-germany-netherlands.md
-│   ├── 02-hoek-van-holland.md
-│   ├── 03-harwich-england.md
-│   ├── 04-route-england-ferry.md
-│   ├── 05-isle-of-man.md
-│   ├── 06-belfast.md
-│   ├── 07-dublin.md
-│   └── 08-wild-atlantic-way.md
-└── assets/
-    └── (maps, images)
+├── README.md                        # Trip overview, navigation, confirmed dates
+├── .ai-context.md                   # This file
+├── CONTRIBUTING.md                  # How to add/edit location files
+└── locations/
+    ├── 01-hoek-van-holland-ferry.md
+    ├── 02-england-to-iom-ferry.md
+    ├── 03-iom-ferry.md              # (to be created)
+    ├── 04-isle-of-man.md
+    ├── 05-belfast.md
+    ├── 06-dublin.md
+    ├── 07-wild-atlantic-way.md
+    └── 08-return-via-france.md
 ```
 
 ## Location File Format
-Each location file follows this template:
-
 ```markdown
 # Location Name
 
-> **Type:** City / Region / Route
+> **Type:** City / Region / Route / Ferry
 > **Recommended stay:** X days
-> **Best for:** [driving | cycling | walking | sightseeing]
+> **Best for:** [driving | cycling | walking | sightseeing | ferry]
 
-## Why Visit
-Brief pitch for why this stop is worth it.
+## Why Visit / Why It Matters
+Brief pitch.
 
 ## Must-See
-- Bullet list of top sights with short descriptions
+- Bullet list, max 5–7 items
 
 ## Itinerary
 ### Day 1
 ...
 
+## EV Charging
+- Specific charger locations
+- Strategy for this stop
+
 ## Practical Info
-- **Parking / bike storage:**
-- **Ferry / transport links:**
-- **Best season:**
-- **Tips:**
+- Logistics, currency, driving side, booking notes
 
 ## Links
-- [Official tourism site](url)
-- [OpenStreetMap](url)
+- Official sources only
 ```
 
 ## AI Instructions
-When extending this wiki:
-1. Follow the location file format above
-2. Number new files to maintain route order
-3. Focus on actionable, opinionated recommendations over exhaustive lists
-4. Cycling-specific info is a priority for Ireland sections
-5. Include practical ferry/transport logistics
-6. Keep the README.md navigation table updated when adding files
-7. Prefer official or well-known sources for links
-8. Wild Atlantic Way direction: the trip goes roughly **north to south** starting near Belfast/Dublin
+1. Follow the file format above — especially include an **EV Charging** section
+2. Keep numbering sequential to preserve route order
+3. Opinionated recommendations over exhaustive lists
+4. When referencing ferry bookings, always note if booking in advance is essential
+5. Wild Atlantic Way detail lives in `07-wild-atlantic-way.md` — for individual WAW stops, add subsections there rather than new files
+6. Update the README navigation table when adding new files
+7. Dublin (file 06) is the confirmed end-anchor — events on Aug 30/31 are fixed constraints
+8. The return leg (file 08) targets Sep 2 arrival in Walldorf — don't suggest itinerary extensions past Sep 1
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 # Roadtrip Wiki — Summer 2026
 
-A living travel planning wiki for a road and cycling trip from Germany to the west coast of Ireland. Built to be extended by humans and AI alike.
+A living travel planning wiki for a workation road and cycling trip from Germany to Ireland and back. Built to be extended by humans and AI alike.
 
-**Departure:** Tuesday, August 4th, 2026 from Walldorf, Germany
+**Departure:** Tuesday, August 4th, 2026 from Walldorf, Germany  
+**Return:** ~September 2nd, 2026  
+**Vehicle:** Electric car
 
 ---
 
 ## The Route
 
 ```
-Walldorf, Germany
-    ↓  drive ~530km
-Hoek van Holland, Netherlands
-    ↓  Stena Line overnight ferry
-Harwich, England
-    ↓  drive north with stops
+Walldorf, Germany  (Aug 4 — early start, catch morning ferry)
+    ↓  drive to port
+Hoek van Holland → Harwich  (Stena Line, daytime, already booked)
+    ↓  drive north with stops (Cambridge, York, Lake District, Liverpool)
 Liverpool / Heysham
     ↓  Steam Packet Company ferry
-Isle of Man 🏝️
+Isle of Man 🏝️  (~2–4 days)
     ↓  ferry to Belfast or Dublin
-Ireland
-    ↓  cycle the Wild Atlantic Way 🚴
-Kerry / Cork
+Belfast  (start Wild Atlantic Way from north)
+    ↓  cycle / drive Wild Atlantic Way 🚴  north → south
+Dublin  (arrive by Aug 29)
+    ↓  Aug 30: College Football at Aviva Stadium 🏈
+    ↓  Aug 31: Bon Jovi concert (possible) 🎸
+    ↓  Sep 1: Ferry Dublin → Cherbourg, France (overnight)
+Cherbourg → Paris → Strasbourg → Walldorf  (Sep 2, ~10h drive)
 ```
 
 ---
 
+## Confirmed Dates
+
+| Date | Event |
+|------|-------|
+| Aug 4 (Tue) | Depart Walldorf; morning ferry Hoek van Holland → Harwich |
+| Aug 30 (Sat) | **College Football: Aviva Stadium, Dublin** (Aer Lingus Classic) |
+| Aug 31 (Sun) | Possible Bon Jovi concert, Dublin |
+| Sep 1 (Mon) | Ferry Dublin → Cherbourg (overnight) |
+| Sep 2 (Tue) | Drive Cherbourg → Walldorf (~1,000 km) |
+
+---
+
 ## Location Files
 
-| # | Location | Type | Days |
-|---|----------|------|------|
-| [00](locations/00-walldorf.md) | Walldorf, Germany | Starting point | 0–1 |
-| [01](locations/01-route-germany-netherlands.md) | Walldorf → Hoek van Holland | Drive + stops | 1 |
-| [02](locations/02-hoek-van-holland.md) | Hoek van Holland | Ferry departure | pass-through |
-| [03](locations/03-england-harwich-to-ferry.md) | England: Harwich → Liverpool | Drive + stops | 1–3 |
-| [04](locations/04-isle-of-man.md) | Isle of Man | Island destination | 2–4 |
-| [05](locations/05-belfast.md) | Belfast | City + ferry arrival | 1–2 |
-| [06](locations/06-dublin.md) | Dublin | City + ferry arrival | 1–2 |
-| [07](locations/07-wild-atlantic-way.md) | Wild Atlantic Way | Cycling route | 2–6 weeks |
-
-> **Belfast or Dublin?** Both work as Ireland entry points. Belfast → start WAW from the north (Donegal). Dublin → start from the south (Kerry) or drive north first.
+| # | Location | Type | Notes |
+|---|----------|------|-------|
+| [01](locations/01-hoek-van-holland-ferry.md) | Hoek van Holland → Harwich | Ferry (booked) | Daytime crossing; EV can't charge on ferry |
+| [02](locations/02-england-to-iom-ferry.md) | England: Harwich → Liverpool | Drive + stops | Cambridge, York, Lake District; EV charging guide |
+| [03](locations/03-iom-ferry.md) | Isle of Man Ferry | Ferry logistics | Heysham or Liverpool → Douglas |
+| [04](locations/04-isle-of-man.md) | Isle of Man | Island destination | 2–4 days; limited EV charging |
+| [05](locations/05-belfast.md) | Belfast | City + WAW start | Titanic, Causeway Coast; start WAW from here |
+| [06](locations/06-dublin.md) | Dublin | End anchor + events | Aug 30 football, Aug 31 concert |
+| [07](locations/07-wild-atlantic-way.md) | Wild Atlantic Way | Cycling route N→S | Donegal → Kerry; the centrepiece |
+| [08](locations/08-return-via-france.md) | Return: Dublin → Walldorf | Ferry + drive | Dublin → Cherbourg → Walldorf by Sep 2 |
 
 ---
 
 ## Key Ferries
 
-| Route | Operator | Duration |
-|-------|----------|----------|
-| Hoek van Holland → Harwich | [Stena Line](https://www.stenaline.co.uk) | ~6.5h overnight |
-| Heysham → Isle of Man | [Steam Packet](https://www.steam-packet.com) | ~3.5h |
-| Liverpool → Isle of Man | [Steam Packet](https://www.steam-packet.com) | ~2.5h |
-| Isle of Man → Belfast | [Steam Packet / Stena](https://www.steam-packet.com) | ~2.75h |
-| Isle of Man → Dublin | [Steam Packet](https://www.steam-packet.com) | ~2.75h (seasonal) |
-
-**Book all ferries in advance** — August is peak season.
+| Route | Operator | Duration | Status |
+|-------|----------|----------|--------|
+| Hoek van Holland → Harwich | [Stena Line](https://www.stenaline.co.uk) | ~6.5h daytime | **Booked** |
+| Heysham or Liverpool → Isle of Man | [Steam Packet](https://www.steam-packet.com) | 2.5–3.5h | Book ASAP |
+| Isle of Man → Belfast | [Steam Packet](https://www.steam-packet.com) | ~2.75h | Book ASAP |
+| Dublin → Cherbourg | [Irish Ferries](https://www.irishferries.com) | ~19h overnight | Book ASAP |
 
 ---
 
-## Trip Stats (estimate)
-
-- **Total distance:** ~3,500+ km (driving + cycling)
-- **Driving:** ~1,500 km (Germany to IoM ferry port)
-- **Cycling:** ~500–2,000+ km depending on WAW section chosen
-- **Ferries:** 3–4 crossings
-- **Countries:** Germany, Netherlands, England, Isle of Man (Crown dependency), Ireland (Republic + Northern Ireland)
-- **Currencies:** EUR (Germany/Netherlands/Republic of Ireland), GBP (England/Isle of Man/Northern Ireland)
+## EV Notes
+- **Cannot charge on any ferry** — plan battery state for each arrival port
+- UK charging: Gridserve (motorways), Pod Point, Tesla Supercharger
+- Isle of Man: limited network, charge overnight in Douglas
+- Ireland: ESB ecars network; good coverage in cities, sparse on WAW
+- France return: Ionity and Tesla at autoroute service areas
 
 ---
 
 ## For AI Assistants
 
-See [.ai-context.md](.ai-context.md) for full trip context, file format conventions, and instructions for extending this wiki.
-
+See [.ai-context.md](.ai-context.md) for full trip context, file format conventions, and instructions for extending this wiki.  
 See [CONTRIBUTING.md](CONTRIBUTING.md) for contribution guidelines.
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-# Walldorf, Germany
-
-> **Type:** Starting point / Base
-> **Recommended stay:** 0–1 days (home base)
-> **Best for:** Day trips before departure
-
-## Why Visit
-Walldorf itself is a quiet SAP company town, but it sits in one of Germany's most rewarding day-trip zones — the Neckar Valley, Heidelberg, and the northern Black Forest are all within 30 minutes.
-
-## Must-See Nearby
-- **Heidelberg** (20 min) — Heidelberg Castle ruins above the old town (entry €11 adult, daily 09:00–18:00), the Philosophenweg (Philosopher's Walk) along the hillside, the Alte Brücke over the Neckar. Easily half a day.
-- **Schwetzingen Palace** (15 min) — Baroque palace and enormous garden with a fake mosque. Underrated.
-- **Mannheim** (25 min, 30 km) — Home to the second-largest Baroque palace in Europe after Versailles. Luisenpark is a good riverside stretch.
-- **Speyer** (18 min, 19 km) — Kaiserdom Romanesque cathedral (UNESCO, free entry), the Technik Museum has a full-size Buran Soviet space shuttle on the roof plus a Boeing 747 you can walk through.
-- **Worms** (34 min, 58 km) — Cathedral, the Luther Monument (Diet of Worms 1521), Nibelungen Museum, and one of Germany's oldest Jewish heritage sites.
-- **Rhine Valley** (1h 15m, ~125 km) — Drive or take the train along the Middle Rhine: Loreley cliff, Bacharach, Rüdesheim, 40+ castles. A full day or overnight if you want to slow down.
-- **Black Forest / Baden-Baden** (1h, 80 km) — Baden-Baden has the famous Caracalla thermal spa (€21 for 2h); further in: Triberg waterfalls (163m, Germany's highest), Titisee lake.
-
-## Itinerary (Day Before Departure)
-### Evening / Last Night
-Pack the car. Walk Walldorf's Marktplatz. Dinner in Heidelberg's Altstadt if time allows.
-
-## Practical Info
-- **Ferry departure context:** Drive north to Hoek van Holland is ~5–6 hours; plan for an early start on Aug 4th or drive the evening before
-- **Route north:** A67/A5 north through Frankfurt, then A3 toward Cologne or straight up A5/A45 to the Netherlands
-- **Fuel:** Fill up in Germany — significantly cheaper than Netherlands/UK
-
-## Links
-- [Heidelberg Tourism](https://www.heidelberg-marketing.de/en/)
-- [Speyer Tourism](https://www.speyer.de/en/)
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+# Hoek van Holland → Harwich (Early Morning Ferry)
+
+> **Type:** Ferry crossing — already booked
+> **Departure:** Early morning, August 4th (check your booking for exact time)
+> **Best for:** Drive straight to port, board, cross, arrive England mid-morning
+
+## Key Info
+- **Operator:** Stena Line
+- **Route:** Hoek van Holland → Harwich (Parkeston Quay)
+- **Duration:** ~6.5 hours
+- **This is a daytime crossing** — no cabin needed, no overnight
+
+## EV on the Ferry
+- Drive-on/drive-off with your car as normal
+- **You cannot charge on the ferry** — plan your battery around arriving in Harwich with enough range to reach the first UK charging stop
+- Arrive at port **at least 45–60 minutes before departure**
+
+## On Arrival: Harwich
+You dock at Harwich International Port in Suffolk. From here head northwest toward your England stops and ultimately the Isle of Man ferry at Heysham or Liverpool.
+
+- **First UK charging stop:** Colchester (20 min from Harwich) has multiple rapid chargers. Good place to top up before deciding your route north.
+- **Currency:** GBP from here. Cards accepted everywhere but have some cash for rural spots.
+- **Driving:** Left side of the road from the moment you leave the ferry.
+- **Mobile data:** UK is outside EU — check roaming charges before departure.
+
+## Links
+- [Stena Line Hook–Harwich](https://www.stenaline.co.uk/ferry/hook-of-holland-harwich)
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-# Route: Walldorf → Hoek van Holland
-
-> **Type:** Drive
-> **Distance:** ~530 km
-> **Drive time:** ~5–6 hours (without stops)
-> **Best for:** Driving with 1–2 stops
-
-## Route Overview
-Walldorf → A5 north → Cologne (optional stop) → A57/A3 → Dutch border → Utrecht → The Hague → Hoek van Holland
-
-Alternatively via Cologne → Düsseldorf → Arnhem for a slightly different angle through the Netherlands.
-
-## Recommended Stops
-
-### Cologne (Köln) — 3h from Walldorf
-The cathedral alone is worth a stop. Pull off, park near the Domplatte, and spend an hour.
-- **Kölner Dom** — Gothic cathedral, one of the world's largest. Free entry, towers cost ~€6. The view from the top is worth it if you have time.
-- **Hohenzollernbrücke** — Love-lock bridge right next to the Dom, good photo with the cathedral spire.
-- **Altstadt** — 15-minute walk, old town with brewhouses serving Kölsch in small cylindrical glasses.
-
-### Rotterdam — 30 min past Utrecht (optional detour)
-If you want a city with a completely different feel from the historic ones:
-- **Erasmus Bridge** — Striking cable-stayed bridge; the skyline here feels genuinely modern
-- **Markthal** — Enormous arch-shaped market hall with apartments built into the walls; food stalls below
-- **Cube Houses (Kubuswoningen)** — Tilted yellow cube homes by Piet Blom; one is open to visit
-- **Kinderdijk** — 19 windmills in a UNESCO-listed polder landscape, 20 min from Rotterdam
-
-### Utrecht — 1.5h from Cologne
-A smaller, quieter Amsterdam but with canals at street-level rather than road-level — far more walkable.
-- **Domtoren** — 112m church tower, tallest in the Netherlands. Guided tours €13.50 (book at domtoren.nl). Views across the flat lowlands are worth it.
-- **Oudegracht** — The unique two-level canal: boats on the water, café terraces in the medieval wharf cellars below street level.
-- **Cycle infrastructure** — World-class cycling city; good place to test any gear or pick up supplies before England.
-
-### Delft — 30 min before Hoek van Holland
-Optional quick stop if you're not pressed for time.
-- **Markt** — Beautiful central square with the Nieuwe Kerk and City Hall facing each other
-- **Vermeer connection** — Girl with a Pearl Earring was painted here; small Vermeer museum
-
-## Practical Info
-- **Total drive:** Leave Walldorf by 7am to reach Hoek van Holland comfortably before an evening/overnight ferry
-- **Dutch motorways:** Toll-free; watch for 100 km/h speed limits (strictly enforced by cameras)
-- **Fuel:** Fill up before crossing into Netherlands — German prices are lower
-- **Parking in Utrecht:** P+R lots on the outskirts are cheap; old town is cyclist-priority
-
-## Ferry Connection
-See `02-hoek-van-holland.md` for ferry details.
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+# England: Harwich → Isle of Man Ferry
+
+> **Type:** Drive north with stops
+> **Distance:** Harwich → Heysham ~370 km | Harwich → Liverpool ~380 km
+> **Drive time:** ~4–5h direct
+> **Best for:** 1–2 day paced drive with sightseeing stops; EV charging built in
+
+## Ferry Port Options for Isle of Man
+- **Heysham** (near Lancaster) — most frequent sailings, quieter port
+- **Liverpool** — seasonal summer sailings, better city for a stopover
+
+**Recommendation:** Liverpool. Better city, similar distance, and the Steam Packet summer schedule usually covers the route well in August. Spend a night there.
+
+---
+
+## EV Charging: Harwich to Liverpool
+
+The route north (A12 → M11 → A1(M) / M1 → M6 → Liverpool) has good motorway service charging but gaps between cities. Key stops:
+
+| Location | Charger options | Notes |
+|----------|----------------|-------|
+| Colchester (A12) | Gridserve, Tesla | First stop after ferry — top up here |
+| Cambridge services (M11) | Gridserve Hub | Fast 150kW+ chargers |
+| Wetherby/Leeds (A1M) | Extra MSA, Tesla | Good midpoint if going via York |
+| Lancaster/Forton MSA (M6) | Pod Point, Osprey | Last stop before Heysham |
+| Liverpool (city) | Multiple rapid chargers in centre | Tesla SC at Liverpool ONE |
+
+**Tip:** Gridserve has the most reliable rapid chargers on this corridor. Use Zap-Map or A Better Route Planner (ABRP) for live availability.
+
+---
+
+## Recommended Stops
+
+### Cambridge — 1.5h from Harwich
+One of the world's great university cities. Worth a 2–3h stop and has a Gridserve Hub right on the M11 for charging while you explore.
+- **The Backs** — The famous view of King's, Clare, and Trinity colleges from the riverside meadows; best seen on foot or by punt
+- **King's College Chapel** — Gothic masterpiece; free to walk past, ticketed entry inside
+- **Market Square** — Central, lively, great coffee and street food
+- **Punting** — Hire a punt on the Cam; touristy but genuinely enjoyable
+
+### York — detour via A1(M), 2h from Cambridge
+Unmissable if you go via the A1 rather than M1. Park at a P+R (all have charging), walk the walls.
+- **York Minster** — One of Europe's greatest Gothic cathedrals; the Great East Window is the world's largest surviving medieval stained glass
+- **The Shambles** — Medieval street with overhanging timber-framed houses; browse not shop
+- **City Walls** — Full 3.4km circuit of Roman/medieval walls around the old city (~2h walk)
+- **JORVIK Viking Centre** — Atmospheric underground Viking-age York reconstruction; worth 1h
+
+### Lake District — 1.5h from Lancaster/Heysham
+If you have a night to spare before the IoM ferry, the Lakes are right there.
+- **Windermere / Ambleside** — Most accessible base; good EV charging at Rheged and Tebay services (M6)
+- **Langdale Valley** — The dramatic fells without the Windermere crowds; short walks from the valley floor
+- **Grasmere** — Wordsworth's village; small, beautiful, good gingerbread at the churchyard shop
+- **Scafell Pike** — England's highest (978m); 4–5h round trip if weather is good
+
+### Liverpool — ferry departure city (recommended overnight)
+- **Albert Dock** — Victorian docklands converted into museums, restaurants, and bars; Tate Liverpool is here
+- **The Beatles Story** — Thorough museum at the dock; even non-fans find it interesting given the city context
+- **Cavern Quarter** — Mathew Street and the Cavern Club (reconstructed); lively at night
+- **Liverpool Cathedral** — Anglican cathedral completed 1978; one of the largest in the world and genuinely spectacular inside. Free entry.
+- **Hope Street** — The two cathedrals (Anglican and Catholic) face each other 500m apart; walk the street between them
+- **Food:** Bold Street for independent restaurants; Baltic Triangle for bars
+
+---
+
+## Practical Info
+- **Isle of Man ferry from Liverpool:** Steam Packet Company; departs from Liverpool Pier Head (Princes Parade). [steam-packet.com](https://www.steam-packet.com)
+- **Parking Liverpool:** Liverpool ONE car park has EV charging; overnight options near the docks
+- **Journey pacing:** Harwich → Cambridge (charge) → York → Lakes → Liverpool works as a relaxed 2-day drive
+
+## Links
+- [Zap-Map UK chargers](https://www.zap-map.com)
+- [A Better Route Planner](https://abetterrouteplanner.com)
+- [Steam Packet Company](https://www.steam-packet.com)
+- [Visit York](https://www.visityork.org)
+- [Visit Lake District](https://www.lakedistrict.gov.uk)
+- [Visit Liverpool](https://www.visitliverpool.com)
diff --git a/locations/04-isle-of-man.md b/locations/04-isle-of-man.md
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 ---
 
 ## Practical Info
-- **Currency:** British Pounds (GBP). Manx Pounds are also in circulation and accepted everywhere on the island but not valid in the UK.
+- **Currency:** British Pounds (GBP). Manx Pounds also in circulation on the island but not valid in the UK.
 - **Driving:** Left side. Public roads are used for TT racing — in August, normal speed limits apply.
-- **Car hire:** Available in Douglas if you come without a car (but bringing your own from Heysham is easy)
 - **Accommodation:** Douglas has the most options; Peel and Ramsey have smaller B&Bs
 - **Best view:** Snaefell summit on a clear day — genuinely 5 countries visible
 
+## EV Charging on the Isle of Man
+The island's charging network is limited compared to mainland UK — plan carefully.
+- **Manx Electricity Authority (MEA)** operates most public chargers; coverage is concentrated in Douglas
+- **Douglas:** Chargers at the Sea Terminal car park and various town centre locations
+- **Peel, Ramsey, Castletown:** Each has at least one public charger but speeds are typically 7–22kW (slow/fast, not rapid)
+- **Strategy:** Charge overnight in Douglas accommodation where possible. The island is small (~50km north to south) so range anxiety is manageable if you start each day with a full battery.
+- **Before boarding the return ferry:** Top up in Douglas before the crossing — Belfast and Dublin both have good rapid charging infrastructure on arrival.
+
 ## Onward Ferry to Ireland
 See `06-belfast.md` or `07-dublin.md`. Ferry from Douglas to Belfast (Belfast car ferry) or Dublin (seasonal). The Belfast route is more scenic and sets you up well for the Wild Atlantic Way going north-to-south.
 
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 # Dublin, Ireland
 
-> **Type:** City destination + ferry arrival (alternative to Belfast)
-> **Recommended stay:** 1–2 days
-> **Best for:** Culture, literary history, pubs; southern starting point for Wild Atlantic Way
+> **Type:** City destination + confirmed event anchor
+> **Confirmed dates:** August 30 (college football), August 31 (possible Bon Jovi concert)
+> **Recommended stay:** 2–3 days at end of trip
+> **Best for:** End-of-trip anchor; culture, pubs, events
 
-## Why Via Dublin
-If you take the Isle of Man → Dublin ferry, you arrive in the Republic's capital. From here you can drive/cycle north to start the Wild Atlantic Way from Donegal (long drive, ~4h), or travel it south-to-north starting in Kerry/Cork.
+## Confirmed Events
 
-**Note:** The Wild Atlantic Way is usually more dramatic cycling south-to-north (prevailing wind at your back, progressively wilder landscapes). But north-to-south is the official direction.
+### College Football — Aviva Stadium, Saturday August 30
+The Aer Lingus College Football Classic. Notre Dame vs Navy at Aviva Stadium (capacity 51,700), Lansdowne Road.
+- **Book tickets early** — this sells out and is a major event drawing American visitors
+- Stadium is in Ballsbridge, 3km from city centre; Luas Red Line or taxi
+- Pre-match atmosphere in the pubs around Baggot Street and the city centre is excellent
+- [aerlinguscollegefootballclassic.com](https://www.aerlinguscollegefootballclassic.com)
+
+### Bon Jovi Concert — Sunday August 31 (possible)
+Verify venue and tickets — likely Aviva Stadium or a major outdoor venue. Check [ticketmaster.ie](https://www.ticketmaster.ie).
+
+---
+
+## Why Via Dublin (Arrival)
+Arriving from the Wild Atlantic Way (coming south from Donegal/Galway/Kerry), Dublin is the natural end point. The Wild Atlantic Way terminates near Cork/Kinsale; from there it's 3h north to Dublin for the Aug 30 fixture.
+
+**Timing:** Build your Wild Atlantic Way itinerary backward from August 29 in Dublin (day before the game). That gives you ~3 weeks of cycling/driving from a Belfast/Donegal start around August 7–10.
+
+---
+
+## Must-See
+
+### Trinity College & Book of Kells
+Ireland's oldest university (1592). The Long Room library is one of the most beautiful rooms in the world — 65m barrel-vaulted ceiling, 200,000 ancient books. The Book of Kells (9th-century illuminated gospel) is displayed here.
+- Book ahead: [tcd.ie/visitors](https://www.tcd.ie/visitors/)
+
+### Kilmainham Gaol
+The prison where the leaders of the 1916 Easter Rising were executed by firing squad. Essential to understanding modern Irish history. Guided tours only — book well ahead.
+- [kilmainhamgaolmuseum.ie](https://kilmainhamgaolmuseum.ie)
+
+### National Museum of Ireland — Archaeology
+Free. World-class prehistoric gold collection and the Iron Age bog bodies (Clonycavan Man, etc.). Worth 1–2 hours.
+
+### Temple Bar
+Dublin's cultural quarter. Cobblestones, pubs, galleries. Touristy but genuinely alive at night. Skip the Temple Bar pub (overpriced) — try Mulligan's on Poolbeg St or The Long Hall on George's St for a proper pint.
+
+### Phoenix Park
+1,750-acre park with wild deer, the US Ambassador's residence, and the Irish President's house. Good for a morning run or cycle.
+
+### Guinness Storehouse
+Nine floors in the original fermentation plant; complimentary pint at the Gravity Bar with city views. Book ahead.
+
+---
+
+## EV Charging in Dublin
+Dublin has solid rapid charging infrastructure.
+- **ESB ecars** network is widespread across the city (app: eCars)
+- Rapid chargers at Merrion Road, Ballsbridge (near Aviva), and most major car parks
+- **Aviva Stadium area:** ESB chargers on Serpentine Avenue and Merrion Road
+
+---
+
+## Practical Info
+- **Currency:** Euro (EUR)
+- **Driving:** Left side
+- **Getting around:** Luas tram (Red and Green lines), Dublin Bus, cycling. City centre is walkable.
+- **Accommodation:** Book months ahead for the Aug 30 weekend — the college football game fills the city
+
+## Onward: Return to Walldorf
+See `08-return-via-france.md` for the Dublin → ferry to France → Walldorf leg (target: home by Sep 2).
+
+## Links
+- [Visit Dublin](https://www.visitdublin.com)
+- [Aer Lingus College Football Classic](https://www.aerlinguscollegefootballclassic.com)
+- [Ticketmaster Ireland](https://www.ticketmaster.ie)
+- [ESB ecars charging](https://www.esb.ie/ecars)
 
 ## Must-See
 
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+# Return: Dublin → France → Walldorf
+
+> **Type:** Return leg
+> **Target:** Home in Walldorf by ~September 2nd
+> **Mode:** Ferry Dublin → France (Cherbourg or Roscoff), then drive
+
+## Timeline
+- **Aug 30 (Sat):** College football at Aviva Stadium
+- **Aug 31 (Sun):** Possible Bon Jovi concert — stay in Dublin
+- **Sep 1 (Mon):** Ferry Dublin → France (overnight or daytime)
+- **Sep 2 (Tue):** Drive France → Walldorf (~900–1,100 km depending on port)
+
+---
+
+## Ferry Options: Dublin to France
+
+### Stena Line / Irish Ferries: Dublin or Rosslare → Cherbourg
+- **Irish Ferries Dublin → Cherbourg:** ~19h crossing, overnight. Departs evening, arrives next morning.
+- **Irish Ferries Rosslare → Cherbourg:** ~17h. Rosslare is 2h south of Dublin.
+- **Brittany Ferries Rosslare → Roscoff:** ~17h overnight. Roscoff is in Brittany; slightly shorter drive home.
+
+**Recommendation:** **Dublin → Cherbourg** with Irish Ferries. Depart evening Sep 1, arrive Cherbourg morning Sep 2. Drive home from Cherbourg is ~1,000 km (via Paris, Metz, Strasbourg → Walldorf), approximately 9–10h.
+
+Book at [irishferries.com](https://www.irishferries.com).
+
+### EV on the Ferry
+- Cabins available and strongly recommended for overnight crossings
+- **Cannot charge on the ferry** — arrive in Cherbourg ready to charge first thing
+- **Cherbourg has Tesla Supercharger and Ionity** — charge before hitting the autoroute south
+
+---
+
+## Drive: Cherbourg → Walldorf (~1,000 km, ~9–10h)
+
+| Segment | Route | Notes |
+|---------|-------|-------|
+| Cherbourg → Paris | A84 / N13 → A13 | ~350 km; charge at Caen or Chartres |
+| Paris → Strasbourg | A4 | ~490 km; charge at Metz or Nancy |
+| Strasbourg → Walldorf | A5 south | ~130 km; easy final leg |
+
+### EV Charging: France
+France has excellent autoroute charging — Ionity and Tesla Superchargers at most major service areas (Aires).
+- **Caen** — Good Ionity charger on the A84
+- **Metz** — Multiple rapid chargers on A4 corridor
+- **Strasbourg** — Tesla SC and Ionity before the final push to Walldorf
+
+Use [Chargemap](https://chargemap.com) or ABRP for live routing — French autoroute services are generally reliable.
+
+---
+
+## Alternative: Rosslare → Roscoff (Brittany Ferries)
+If you prefer arriving in Brittany:
+- Roscoff → Paris → Strasbourg → Walldorf is similar total distance (~1,050 km)
+- Brittany Ferries has good cabin/lounge options
+- Book at [brittany-ferries.co.uk](https://www.brittany-ferries.co.uk)
+
+---
+
+## Practical Info
+- **Book Dublin → France ferry as soon as possible** — late August sailings fill up
+- **Eurotunnel is not an option** on this return route (you'd need to go via UK, which adds a crossing)
+- **French motorway tolls:** Budget ~€60–80 Cherbourg to Walldorf. Télépéage (Liber-t tag) speeds things up but card payment works at all tollbooths.
+- **German fuel:** If your EV has range to spare, no action needed; otherwise final top-up in France is fine (French electricity is cheap — nuclear grid)
+
+## Links
+- [Irish Ferries](https://www.irishferries.com)
+- [Brittany Ferries](https://www.brittany-ferries.co.uk)
+- [Chargemap](https://chargemap.com)
+- [A Better Route Planner](https://abetterrouteplanner.com)