I voted London - so much to see and do and fairly central for visiting other parts of England - and Wales! Glasgow is a long way from anywhere else though maybe you go there for a weekend visit. Weather likely to be better further south than in Scotland especially if you are there in winter.
london - for these reasons - you could find something different to do every night of the week and therefore never be bored, its easy to fit in and make friends - its a very cosmopolitan community and also because it doesnt rain as much. And also - i only live about 50 miles away so i would get to meet you - although whether this is a plus or a minus ill let you decide :)
I voted Glasgow -- its much much much cheaper. Its terrific and the people are lovely. And you can take the 1st class train from Glasgow to London for the day or the week and get your "jones" for London out of the way very easy.
Scotland has MUCH creepier stuff -- the ghost tour of Edinburgh (45 min train ride from Glasgow) is FAMOUS.
It may also be that I've been to London a half dozen times and I'm ready for new adventures and I'm living vicariously as I'm too broke and busy to travel.
Looks like I'm in the minority here, but I voted Glasgow. I am leaning toward the cheaper option because you'll have more money available for travel. Secondly, Scotland is way creepier than England. And of course, my family hails from Scotland, so of course I'm going to vote Glasgow.
Bias aside, go where your heart tells you! I know you're conflicted, but one will feel right. If you feel the need to justify/defend your choice, it's not the right one.
Live in a youth hostel, make new friends, and share experiences. Be prepared to make changes, be flexable, Have fun and remember these memories will last the rest of your life!
E.g., which has the best ghost stories? The creepiest cemeteries? The best tea? Etc...
Scotland has MUCH creepier stuff -- the ghost tour of Edinburgh (45 min train ride from Glasgow) is FAMOUS.
Bias aside, go where your heart tells you! I know you're conflicted, but one will feel right. If you feel the need to justify/defend your choice, it's not the right one.