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Thread: WW in UK 4 - India Club, Wednesday 16th May
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Spike
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Yes we do!
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Welease Woderwick
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Is having the Meet on that Thursday going to be a problem for lots of people? I hadn't considered the Church's calender when picking the dates. I'm not sure about changing it this late, what do folks think?
...and the translation of weekday Feast Days to the nearest Sunday is a fairly modern innovation, isn't it? And it only applies to one part of the church.
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Deputy Verger
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A curry at the India Club would be a nice change for a shipmeet, but not on Ascension Day. The best I could possibly do would be to join you for dessert or drinks afterwards, maybe. If there is a chance of moving it to the Wednesday, however, I'm in. If not, enjoy!
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Spike
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I'd prefer Wednesday if possible, but don't change it just on my account.
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M.
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Wednesday 16th is fine for us too - it's my birthday, I'll let you all buy me a drink.
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Sarasa
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As far as I can see either date suits me fine, I'll go with whichever one suits the majority. Not very helpful I know.
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Yangtze
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I can do 16th and celebrate M's birthday. Will just have to find something else to do on my birthday.
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Uncle Pete
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quote:
Originally posted by Yangtze:
I can do 16th and celebrate M's birthday. Will just have to find something else to do on my birthday.
You forgot the ![[Waterworks]](graemlins/bawling.gif)
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Welease Woderwick
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Okay folks, the thread title has changed and the Meet will now be at The India Club on Wednesday 16th May - sadly this probably excludes one Shipmate, unless he can get his meeting that afternoon over VERY quickly, but it does allow several others to attend who would have been prevented the following day.
I look forward to seeing you all then.
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daisymay
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About what time in the evening will we meet? I've got to make sure I'm not working too late, IMO. And I'll probably come in ordinary clothes - my husband always had me wearing the sari when we went there in the past!
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Welease Woderwick
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Okay, timing - I arrive At Victoria Coach Station at about 3 p.m. and then intend trolling over to Waterloo with a HEAVY bag to put it in left luggage [is there still one there?] for the evening and will then wander about a bit before heading to The India Club for about ?6.30? I would be pleased if we could aim to eat not late as I have to get back to Waterloo then out into leafy Surrey before my friends want to retire for the night. It's about an hour on the train so ideally the 9 p.m. train and latest the 9.30 train. From memory I reckon a 15/20 minute walk from restaurant to station but I hate being rushed so I'd like to leave about 9 p.m. - is that suitable for everyone.
Yes, I will bring chilli powder - it is all ready to pack and I must not leave it in the bag at Waterloo.
eta: do we need to book? I reckon it will be about 12 - 14 of us. Any volunteers to do the booking?
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There are allegedly left luggage facilities at Waterloo, between platforms 11 and 12, though I can't say I have ever noticed and I am there a lot. I'll check to see whether the facility is functional now, because the whole station is a bit of a building site at the moment. If not, I have a Plan B which I will PM you.
As to booking, I have tried to phone and it just rings and rings. I'll keep trying, or else I will pop in there and ask, but I am happy to take on the task. I count 12 confirmed, so I would book for 14 and reduce the number on the day if necessary - but better to have more space at table anyway.
But do count on me to answer both these questions within the next few days.
For interest, there is a menu available on a link at the bottom of this page: India Club.
The restaurant is BYOB, which does not require a great deal of forward planning, as I believe you can carry your drink up from the bar.
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Sarasa
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Thanks for the link - it's amazing all the places I've never realised exist in London and I've been here rather a while. I'll probably bring my husband if that's OK.
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Deputy Verger
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Thirteen! I'll definitely book for 14 and make them set a place for a teddy bear!
The phone still just rings until it cuts out. If I can't get through I will eventually email them or just cycle up there and make a booking!
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Welease Woderwick
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Thank you Deputy Verger - that is most kind.
eta: I'll reply to the PM after breakfast, which has just been called.
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Chelley
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Don't want to miss out on the opportunity to meet our beloved WW! Eating out is problematic for me but could get there for the beginning of the meet though. ![[Big Grin]](biggrin.gif)
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Welease Woderwick
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It would be great to meet you Chelley!
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Very good. That is 14 confirmed.
We have a reservation at the India Club for 16 on the 16th. I can adjust the numbers closer to the time if it goes up or down, but I aimed high at this remove.
The booking is for 6pm in the bar, moving up to the restaurant at 6.30pm. You can take drinks up to the restaurant or bring a bottle of wine or whatever.
The booking is in the name "SHIPMATE". They also have my first name and mobile number, for those of you who know those facts, but the word Shipmate should suffice.
Also confirmed left luggage at Waterloo - WW please check your PMs. It's been relocated to the Southbank end of the concourse for now.
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Welease Woderwick
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Thanks Deputy Verger, you're a star!
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Spike
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*** bump ***
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Yangtze
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I'm looking forward to it.
Don't forget it's BYO for booze - can be purchased in the bar below the restaurant (where we're meeting) or brought with.
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M.
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We'll be there!
M.
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Deputy Verger
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Any more curryheads?
Booking stands at 16 - if M=2 I think we are hoping for 15, so that's fine, but I will confirm it later today if they don't call me to do so.
See you all tomorrow!
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No more takers?
Reservation confirmed - one big table at 6.30 in the restaurant, although as WW wants an early night I think some of us will be convening in the bar from 6.00pm. The reservation is in the name of SHIPMATE.
A meal from the set menu is £14 a head. The chap said it is a "good deal".
And as previously mentioned, the restaurant is not licenced but you can bring your own, either from the bar or from "Tesco or whatever".
NOTE: CASH ONLY - NO CARDS!
Location map and contact details.
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rosamundi
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quote:
Originally posted by Deputy Verger:
No more takers?
Reservation confirmed - one big table at 6.30 in the restaurant, although as WW wants an early night I think some of us will be convening in the bar from 6.00pm. The reservation is in the name of SHIPMATE.
I'm so sorry for being rubbish, is it too late to say I'll come to this?
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Deputy Verger
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Rosamundi, it's fine. We're booked for 16 and you make up the party to that number! If any more sign up I'll just bump up the booking.
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M.
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Ah! Rosamundi, 'twill be good to see you! Macarius will be pleased!
M.
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daisymay
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Quite a few of us were there a few years ago - I can't remember (only their faces etc) who were there and we had a nice food then as well as nice people.
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Chelley
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I'm really sorry I'm not going to be able to make it now - off to visit family member in hospital after an emergency operation. But all seems ok now. Have a great time Wodders... hope to catch you next time!
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St Everild
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Oh, I wish....
Have a great evening everyone!
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Tubbs
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quote:
Originally posted by Deputy Verger:
No more takers?
Reservation confirmed - one big table at 6.30 in the restaurant, although as WW wants an early night I think some of us will be convening in the bar from 6.00pm. The reservation is in the name of SHIPMATE.
A meal from the set menu is £14 a head. The chap said it is a "good deal".
And as previously mentioned, the restaurant is not licenced but you can bring your own, either from the bar or from "Tesco or whatever".
NOTE: CASH ONLY - NO CARDS!
Location map and contact details.
Thank you! I'll pop into the cash point on my way there. See you all shortly
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Uncle Pete
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In the process of gorging yourselves now, then?
Hi to everyone!
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Deputy Verger
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Just ordered still waiting for you! Spike in particular says hi. Everyone pleased to hear from you! Here comes the food now....
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Tree Bee
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Have a good time everybody - wish I was there! ![[Smile]](smile.gif)
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Sarasa
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Just got home. Great evening with lovely food and even better company.
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Jealous!! Glad you had a great time though.
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rosamundi
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Lovely to see everyone and thank you all for donating the extra money from dinner to my lunatic sponsored cycle ride!
the page is here and the latest donation is £20 from "Ship of Fools"
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Tubbs
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Well, that was fun - great people, fabulous food ... Am totally stuffed though.
Thank you WW and Pete for the chilli powder.
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Yangtze
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Well that was fun.
Bit pisht now. We were on our way out and then some certain Baptists suggested one last drink which turned into two. Well M & I did have our birthdays to drink to.
Fab to see Wodders surrounded by Shippies. Do wish he'd brought some of the Indian heat over though.
Big thanks to Deputy Verger for booking and sorting out the bill paying.
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M.
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Yes, lovely evening everyone. Sorry to lead you astray, Yangtze, I don't recall very much opposition...
Oh and happy birthday!
Lovely to meet you, Wodders, and thanks for the chilli powder - I understand I owe thanks to PeteC too. And I add my thanks to Deputy Verger for organising everything.
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Welease Woderwick
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Yes, thanks to Deputy Verger for the booking, etc., thanks to you all for coming and making it a memorable evening and thanks to the lovely waiter who looked after us so well. It was great to see an old friend [Yangtze] and to meet the rest of you. Happy Birthday belatedly to M. and today to Yangtze. Lovely to see Moonlitdoor as well.
I got on to the station in time to see my train disappearing so had to wait another 30 minutes but it is a very good service.
Off to see Pingu, I hope, today.
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Uncle Pete
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quote:
Originally posted by Welease Woderwick:
I got on to the station in time to see my train disappearing so had to wait another 30 minutes but it is a very good service.
Off to see Pingu, I hope, today.
Running would be dangerous at your age and weight.
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I have been told to look out for a strange man in a ridiculous green hat.... I think I may forget to take my glasses. ![[Biased]](wink.gif)
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Curiosity killed ...
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Photos - it was nice meeting Welease Woderick and seeing everyone else again. I think I've included reasonably nice pictures of everyone there.
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Yangtze
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Nice pics. Particularly like the one of Mr M / Macarius. And the ones of the guest of honour.
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Uncle Pete
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quote:
Originally posted by Yangtze:
Nice pics. Particularly like the one of Mr M / Macarius. And the ones of the guest of honour.
That porcine old guy at the head of the table?
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daisydaisy
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Lovely pics - especially the "Guest of Honour" one. Sorry I couldn't make any of these meets.
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Sarasa
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Like the photos, Curiousity Killed. Thanks for posting them.
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daisymay
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And it was really nice there and the pictures show how good it was. I was sad to have to leave a bit early, even though it was "essential" for me...
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Welease Woderwick
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We all left very soon after, daisymay, as I has a train to catch.
Thanks for the photos CK.
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