Ship of Fools: Holdings in the UK: Meets

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Posted by John Holding (# 158) on :

Mary and I are crossing the pond later this year but, no doubt to the relief of the London crew, we will not be visiting London or places south of there. (It's just that, pace Ken, you can only drink so much before getting grumpy. And you lot have been meeting and greeting a lot of travellers this year.

I'll be posting on the Scottish thread, cause that's where we're going to be spending most of our available time, but we'd be up to meet shipmates in various places in England as well.

We're going to be outside Chester on 12-13 September, hoping to visit Chesterfield and maybe Stoke, and (not completely sure as to where we'll be staying each night) driving south from Edinburgh through Durham, York, and NOrwich to stay with friends near Cambridge (taking the week from 26 September to 2 October to do it all).

And we could manage a meeting in or near Cardiff or Bristol on 7 October.

Do I have any bids?

John

[ 26. August 2013, 10:04: Message edited by: Firenze ]

Posted by PeteC (# 10422) on :

Good Lord, John! Edinburgh and Glasgow are just now barely recovered from me!

[Killing me]

Posted by comet (# 10353) on :

THE CANADIANS ARE INVADING!

Posted by Curiosity killed ... (# 11770) on :

Shame, it was nice meeting you a few years back.

Posted by kingsfold (# 1726) on :

Funnily enough, I was talking to Derf recently and mentioned you'd be coming, and her response was to ask if we were going to organise a shipmeet for you....

Posted by Jengie Jon (# 273) on :

If Chesterfield there maybe enough shipmates in the area to meet especially if some of the Yorkshire and Manchester ones are prepared to change trains in Sheffield. Indeed if they can get a train from their local station to London, Derby, Nottingham or Birmingham that goes through Sheffield it usually also stops at Chesterfield but check there are exceptions.

There are three options as far as I can see for a meet.

Chesterfield central meet, relatively easy to get to, pleasant market in town centre, a museum etc. I do not have any suggestions of eateries/pubs.
a day out near Chesterfield e.g. Chatworth or Revolution House. Not as easy to get to, those on public transport may have difficulties but food easy to find (Chatsworth has its own food area, Revolution house is next door to a decent pub that serves food at least was eight years ago, any and other attraction I would expect to be similar). Easy to go for a walk in the surrounding area as well.
Come into Sheffield, easy to get, plenty of food options. If day time, I suggest
- Milleniium Galleries,Winter Gardens and Peace Gardens. Food is available from Millenium Gardens, places around the Peace Gardens or if you want to walk a bit then there is Blue Moon Cafe by the Anglican Cathedral.
- In the evening I suggest going towards Devonshire Quarter either to Devonshire Cat Pub or one of the many other eateries.

Personally my ability to get depends very much on date. Before 14th September the answer is no, after that a possible.

Jengie

[All links checked - WW]

[ 09. August 2013, 11:32: Message edited by: Welease Woderwick ]

Posted by Angloid (# 159) on :

When you say 'outside Chester', where?

Posted by leo (# 1458) on :

I'd be up for Bristol, on Oct. 7 - but my experience of Bristol folk is that dilly-dally about dates so lots of advance notice might get them to come.

Posted by John Holding (# 158) on :

quote:
Originally posted by Angloid:
When you say 'outside Chester', where?

Northwich -- I'm never certain whether to call it near Chester or near Manchester.

John

Posted by Yangtze (# 4965) on :

quote:
Originally posted by John Holding:
... no doubt to the relief of the London crew, we will not be visiting London or places south of there. (It's just that, pace Ken, you can only drink so much before getting grumpy. And you lot have been meeting and greeting a lot of travellers this year.

Pah, we love meeting and greeting travellers. And are never loathe to have an excuse for a London ship meet.

Posted by Firenze (# 619) on :

John - I've renamed this thread since there doesn't seem to be any actual arrangements being made (unless I've missed it).

I can come up with suggestions for Edinburgh, if you specify either the locality or cuisine you'd prefer (or both). And the date(s) of course.

Posted by St Everild (# 3626) on :

I could get to Northwich. Or Stoke.

Posted by PeteC (# 10422) on :

And here was me thinking that there was a real estate agent on board, Firenze.

The Queen does have a lot of holdings,doesn't she?

[Big Grin]

Posted by Yonatan (# 11091) on :

I could get to Chesterfield or anywhere else in that area. Am free most w/e's.

Posted by Rosa Gallica officinalis (# 3886) on :

Geroff & I could do Chesterfield Stoke,or Northwich depending on dates/times.

Posted by Rosa Gallica officinalis (# 3886) on :

& if you don't have a better offer could supply somewhere to stay in Derby which would make visiting Stoke & Chesterfield easy.

Posted by St. Gwladys (# 14504) on :

Bristol or Cardiff could be interesting - would depend on the day as both Darllenwr and I are in work Mon-Fri

Posted by St Everild (# 3626) on :

Could get to Derby too, and could also offer overnight hospitality, although I suspect you have worked out where you will be staying already?

Posted by Keren-Happuch (# 9818) on :

Norwich meets can usually be done too, although personally quite busy at the end of Sept.

Posted by TonyK (# 35) on :

Another possibility for Oct 7 in/near Bristol. I've put it in the diary, anyway...

Posted by Earwig (# 12057) on :

If you're stopping off in York let us know - there are a couple of York shippies and a few others nearby. I can also give recommendations for places to eat and things to do!

Posted by Karl: Liberal Backslider (# 76) on :

Make it Chesterfield, Rutland Arms, job done.

Posted by St Everild (# 3626) on :

The Holdings have gone strangely silent - perhaps so many potential axe-murderes off the internet who are keen to meet them has put them off?

Posted by Firenze (# 619) on :

True dat. It's a lot to get your head round from the other side of the Atlantic.

Let them holiday in peace and if they want company, they know where we are.

Posted by North East Quine (# 13049) on :

I'm not an axe-murderer! My great uncle on the other hand....

I might in Inverness at the same time as the Holdings.

Posted by Amanda B. Reckondwythe (# 5521) on :

Wasn't Duncan in Inverness at the same time as Macbeth? [Paranoid]

Posted by kingsfold (# 1726) on :

I think RL has been getting in the way a bit recently. I'm sure John will be dropping by before too long to work out which axe murderers to meet...

(It's ever so slightly disturbing that I've taken to explaining to friends that I'm meeting axe murderers off the internet)

[ 30. August 2013, 09:15: Message edited by: kingsfold ]

Posted by St Everild (# 3626) on :

Has anyone actually met an actual axe-murderer off the internet, yet?
Enquiring minds and all that....

(I'll get me axe...)

Posted by North East Quine (# 13049) on :

Anyone who has met me has met an axe-murderer's great-niece; that has to count for something! (Well, he killed them with a hatchet, actually, but it's close.)

Posted by PeteC (# 10422) on :

shivers with pleasure

Posted by North East Quine (# 13049) on :

[Smile]

Posted by Cottontail (# 12234) on :

Just to say that I have posted in the Scots Wha Hae thread about a possible meet in Edinburgh, in case the Holdings check this thread first.

I promise that I am not an axe murderer. But then again, I would say that.

Posted by Carys (# 78) on :

Would potentially be up for a Bristol or Cardiff meet, though don't yet know work schedule for October.

Carys

Posted by LRP (# 5013) on :

Will watch for York or chesterfield dates.

Posted by Pyx_e (# 57) on :

me bristol, buy me a donut

Posted by John Holding (# 158) on :

quote:
Originally posted by Karl: Liberal Backslider:
Make it Chesterfield, Rutland Arms, job done.

Chesterfield, lunch, 12th or 13th?

(Sorry for prolonged absence -- life cropped up, and I procrastinated....)

John

Posted by John Holding (# 158) on :

Here I am at last.

Bristol on the 7th -- lunch probably, if that's possible, or early evening (have to get back to where we're staying.

John

Posted by John Holding (# 158) on :

quote:
Originally posted by Earwig:
If you're stopping off in York let us know - there are a couple of York shippies and a few others nearby. I can also give recommendations for places to eat and things to do!

We're arriving in York in the late afternoon/early evening of 27 September, and spending the whole next day there before leaving on Sunday after church. We've visited before, but we'd love to meet for dinner either night, or for lunch on Saturday.

John

Posted by Jengie Jon (# 273) on :

I may be able to do Chesterfield on 13th.

Jengie

Posted by Karl: Liberal Backslider (# 76) on :

quote:
Originally posted by John Holding:

quote:
Originally posted by Karl: Liberal Backslider:
Make it Chesterfield, Rutland Arms, job done.
Chesterfield, lunch, 12th or 13th?

(Sorry for prolonged absence -- life cropped up, and I procrastinated....)

John

Alas I shall be at w*rk [Frown]

Posted by Carys (# 78) on :

quote:
Originally posted by John Holding:
Here I am at last.

Bristol on the 7th -- lunch probably, if that's possible, or early evening (have to get back to where we're staying.

John

Evening would be better for me, lunchtime at work not predictable.

Carys

Posted by balaam (# 4543) on :

quote:
Originally posted by John Holding:
We're arriving in York in the late afternoon/early evening of 27 September, and spending the whole next day there before leaving on Sunday after church. We've visited before, but we'd love to meet for dinner either night, or for lunch on Saturday.

John

Looks interesting.

Posted by Jengie Jon (# 273) on :

I should say I would also may be free for York on the 27th or 28th.

Jengie

Posted by Pants (# 999) on :

quote:
Originally posted by John Holding:
Here I am at last.

Bristol on the 7th -- lunch probably, if that's possible, or early evening (have to get back to where we're staying.

John

Aww, I would've loved to come but have a governors meeting on the 7th. Since it's the first meeting with the new head I probably can't get away with missing it due to "meetng with axe murderers from the internet".

Posted by Pyx_e (# 57) on :

Oct 7th Lunch, sounds like a good idea. We could meet at the Cathedral and wander up Park Street for a meal.

Shall I put it in my diary?

Pyx_e

Posted by leo (# 1458) on :

I could make that, too - pencilled in diary

Posted by Pyx_e (# 57) on :

It needs to be late enough for you not to be naked.

That is all.

P

Posted by leo (# 1458) on :

quote:
Originally posted by Pyx_e:
It needs to be late enough for you not to be naked.

That is all.

P

Perv!

Posted by leo (# 1458) on :

BTW for anyone who things I am being ruder than usual to Pyxe - see the thread 'On the Wearing of Clericals '

Posted by John Holding (# 158) on :

quote:
Originally posted by Karl: Liberal Backslider:

quote:
Originally posted by John Holding:

quote:
Originally posted by Karl: Liberal Backslider:
Make it Chesterfield, Rutland Arms, job done.
Chesterfield, lunch, 12th or 13th?

(Sorry for prolonged absence -- life cropped up, and I procrastinated....)

John
Alas I shall be at w*rk

How would a late afternoon work for you and others? Say 530 or 600?

John

Posted by John Holding (# 158) on :

In view of the interest, I'm starting a separate thread about a York meet.

John

Posted by leo (# 1458) on :

quote:
Originally posted by John Holding:
In view of the interest, I'm starting a separate thread about a York meet.

John

I wonder whether it would be a good idea to do the same re- Bristol - more people might be aware locally.

Posted by John Holding (# 158) on :

Given our current state of tiredness, I'm going to suggest that we will be at the Rutland Arms around 600 on FRIDAY the 13th September, intending to drink and, in due course, have something to eat. We'll have been touring about and will be ready for refreshment. If no one else turns up, that's the wey it turns out. I'd guess we'll be there for an hour or two, so if you're able to come later, that would be doable.

John

Posted by piglet (# 11803) on :

Maybe someone should have warned you that jet-lag is a bummer when you're travelling eastwards. When we go over, I'm not worth tuppence for the first couple of days, and we've usually only got a 5½-hour flight (albeit overnight and arriving at silly o'clock in the morning).

Hope you have a wonderful holiday. [Smile]

[ 12. September 2013, 03:35: Message edited by: piglet ]

Posted by Jengie Jon (# 273) on :

I can not make the evening of 13th as I have a prior engagement. I will keep an eye on the York meet.

Jengie

Posted by Rosa Gallica officinalis (# 3886) on :

geroff & I will aim to get to The Rutland Arms this evening, probably about 7pm ish. Hope to catch you.

Posted by The Great Gumby (# 10989) on :

Is Norwich still on the menu, or has that been dropped?

Posted by John Holding (# 158) on :

We'll be arriving in Norwich latish on the afternoon of the 29th -- we'll be looking for a place to eat an evening meal, and we'd love to have company and a suggestion as to a place (pub or not-too-expensive).

John

[duplicate post deleted - Piglet, AS host]

[ 17. September 2013, 01:14: Message edited by: piglet ]

Posted by John Holding (# 158) on :

SOrry guys, forgot to say the 7th in Bristol is fine with us. We now have a mobile -- I'll be back on the thread, but if anyone needs to contact us, the number is: 07759 228 330

John

Posted by Keren-Happuch (# 9818) on :

Ah, rats. There are about 5 different places I'd like to be on the evening of the 29th but definitely won't be in Norwich. Others might be around though and can offer suggestions for places to eat.

Posted by Gamaliel (# 812) on :

How's the Holdings' UK tour going? I caught up with it just off the M6 in Cheshire. I'm glad I did so.

Posted by Carys (# 78) on :

Looking like I'll be in Cambridge rather than Bristol on 7 th October I'm afraid

Carys

Posted by leo (# 1458) on :

quote:
Originally posted by Pyx_e:
Oct 7th Lunch, sounds like a good idea. We could meet at the Cathedral and wander up Park Street for a meal.

Shall I put it in my diary?

Pyx_e

Is this still on?

If so, what time at the cathedral?

Posted by John Holding (# 158) on :

quote:
Originally posted by leo:

quote:
Originally posted by Pyx_e:
Oct 7th Lunch, sounds like a good idea. We could meet at the Cathedral and wander up Park Street for a meal.

Shall I put it in my diary?

Pyx_e
Is this still on?

If so, what time at the cathedral?

I hope it's still on.

We have to drive in from near Cardiff, so 11:30 would be safe, giving time for us to look around and then meet.

I\ve had only intermittent web access until now, but I should be able to keep up with this thread from here on in.

JOhn

Posted by Pyx_e (# 57) on :

I shall be in Bristol Cathedral Coffee shop at 11.30. I suggest we will wait for John and then take a wander up Park Street for lunch at Noon. Me, Leo, John, anyone else?

It is now in my diary so it must be going to happen.

[ 02. October 2013, 08:06: Message edited by: Pyx_e ]

Posted by Francophile (# 17838) on :

Is mousethief joining you? Should we alert the authorities to expect fighting in the street?

Posted by Pyx_e (# 57) on :

He is more than welcome. I will buy him a donut.

Posted by Francophile (# 17838) on :

quote:
Originally posted by Pyx_e:
He is more than welcome. I will buy him a donut.

He won't be able to resist a trip across the pond for a free donu [Smile]

Posted by Pyx_e (# 57) on :

My donuts bring all the boys to the yard.

Posted by leo (# 1458) on :

quote:
Originally posted by Pyx_e:
I shall be in Bristol Cathedral Coffee shop at 11.30. I suggest we will wait for John and then take a wander up Park Street for lunch at Noon. Me, Leo, John, anyone else?

It is now in my diary so it must be going to happen.

Brilliant - it is now in mine so if it doesn't happen there will be a duel of thuribles

Posted by TonyK (# 35) on :

OK - Bristol Cathedral Coffee Shop at about 11.30 Monday.

I'll make every effort to be there- but if I don't arrive, don't wait!

Posted by Pyx_e (# 57) on :

Good meet. Me, Leo, Tony K, John and his lovely wife M. Lunch, good chat, a modicum of nostalgia, sigh,

Posted by leo (# 1458) on :

You really charmed the wife, didn't you. Smoothie.

Posted by TonyK (# 35) on :

A great meet - quality if not quantity [Big Grin]

Posted by John Holding (# 158) on :

quote:
Originally posted by TonyK:
A great meet - quality if not quantity

Quality -- the best!

John

Posted by leo (# 1458) on :

Indeed - I still have to remember that people i 'know' via the web are real people with real lives!

Enjoyed meeting you all.

We might have had more quantity if we'd had a separate thread with 'Bristol' marked on it (3 shipmates in my own congregation hadn't registered that there was a meeting here today) - but most people had to go to work, poor sods.

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