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I don't think 21st will be a problem but waiting for final confirmation. Hopefully tomorrow.
Will have a list of local accomodation and details of landing fees for those who wish to come by the preffered method.
Will have a list of local accomodation and details of landing fees for those who wish to come by the preffered method.
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Cheers GB! Fingers crossed!
CamelPilot, fancy a pint or two later this month? We can discuss required details from the PPRuNe pov - and have a natter as well!
In fact, anyone else fancy a pint in the Sutton area? Probably The Harrow at Cheam...
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CamelPilot, fancy a pint or two later this month? We can discuss required details from the PPRuNe pov - and have a natter as well!
In fact, anyone else fancy a pint in the Sutton area? Probably The Harrow at Cheam...
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OK Folk's
21st February is confirmed
Tower will be open from 10-00 until sunset
There will be limited refreshment available at the Collection shop due to the refurbishment but I think the idea is to meet in the evening for some, if not most.
LOCAL ACCOMMODATION
1. The Holiday Inn Sandy 01767 692220
2. The Barns Bedford 01234 270044
3. The Kings Arms Sandy 01767 680276
4. The Old Warden Guest House 01767 627201
5. Sweetbriers B & B Old Warden 01767 626398
6. The Crown Hotel Biggleswade 01767 312228
7. Stratton House Hotel Biggleswade 01767 312442
8. The Green Man Stanford 01462 812293
9. The Carriage House Shefford 01462 580855
10.The Swan Hotel Bedford 0123346565
Some accomadation may be at the Mansion but check this out Tel 01767 626200
Will come back re landing fees and collection entrance. I am still negotiating
Over to others for discussion re evening arrangements
21st February is confirmed
Tower will be open from 10-00 until sunset
There will be limited refreshment available at the Collection shop due to the refurbishment but I think the idea is to meet in the evening for some, if not most.
LOCAL ACCOMMODATION
1. The Holiday Inn Sandy 01767 692220
2. The Barns Bedford 01234 270044
3. The Kings Arms Sandy 01767 680276
4. The Old Warden Guest House 01767 627201
5. Sweetbriers B & B Old Warden 01767 626398
6. The Crown Hotel Biggleswade 01767 312228
7. Stratton House Hotel Biggleswade 01767 312442
8. The Green Man Stanford 01462 812293
9. The Carriage House Shefford 01462 580855
10.The Swan Hotel Bedford 0123346565
Some accomadation may be at the Mansion but check this out Tel 01767 626200
Will come back re landing fees and collection entrance. I am still negotiating
Over to others for discussion re evening arrangements
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Ah a decision at last ,may be a tad to late to influence my personal rosterer and fun police person.May just be lucky its a fairly quiet time of year here,s hoping!!.Fingers crossed!!
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Here's some local knowledge:
The nearest Pub to the Collection is 'The Tavern', it's part of the Trust and situated about 50 yards from the Trust accommodation. The choice of beer is small (mainly harles Wells Bombardier) and it can get full of students, but I still use it from time to time.
The next nearest within walking distance is the 'Hare and Hounds' in Old Warden village. A great pub with good beer (Old Speckled Hen on draft!), but the bars are a litle small for a big party. Food is good.
The 'Black Horse' at Ireland is another great pub with good beer, excellent food ( but a little expensive) and accommodation. It's about 3 miles from OW.) Tel: 01462 811398
The 'White Horse' in Southill also has good beer and food, but no accommodation. Again, its about 3 miles from OW.
Being selfish (my flat is within the Trust grounds), my choice would be to get acommodation at Old Warden and use the Tavern or the Hare and Hounds. However, as things are going, I may not be there on the 21st (or the 28th) as I'm on a course at Bournemouth.
Over to you!
The nearest Pub to the Collection is 'The Tavern', it's part of the Trust and situated about 50 yards from the Trust accommodation. The choice of beer is small (mainly harles Wells Bombardier) and it can get full of students, but I still use it from time to time.
The next nearest within walking distance is the 'Hare and Hounds' in Old Warden village. A great pub with good beer (Old Speckled Hen on draft!), but the bars are a litle small for a big party. Food is good.
The 'Black Horse' at Ireland is another great pub with good beer, excellent food ( but a little expensive) and accommodation. It's about 3 miles from OW.) Tel: 01462 811398
The 'White Horse' in Southill also has good beer and food, but no accommodation. Again, its about 3 miles from OW.
Being selfish (my flat is within the Trust grounds), my choice would be to get acommodation at Old Warden and use the Tavern or the Hare and Hounds. However, as things are going, I may not be there on the 21st (or the 28th) as I'm on a course at Bournemouth.
Over to you!
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Great news! Thanks Grandad Biggles!
Stampe, Airbedane, sincerely hope you will both manage to be there!
I suggest that we start off in The Tavern and, if things get noisy (either us or the students!), we move to the Hare and Hounds! Incidently does the Tavern do scoff?
So: how many people out there intend coming (either by air or surface transport!), and how many intend staying for the beer?
Cheers,
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Stampe, Airbedane, sincerely hope you will both manage to be there!
I suggest that we start off in The Tavern and, if things get noisy (either us or the students!), we move to the Hare and Hounds! Incidently does the Tavern do scoff?
So: how many people out there intend coming (either by air or surface transport!), and how many intend staying for the beer?
Cheers,
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The Tavern to the Hare and Hounds sounds like a good plan to me, Treadders. Anyone else have an input?
Unfortunately, the Tavern doesn't do food (apart from crisps and nuts), but there's a great chippy in Biggleswade, and it won't be the first time I've brought the spoils into the Tavern to eat.......... Also, some local takeaways will deliver.
The Hare and Hounds do a good meal, but as such, they are popular and it's prudent to book.
'Sounds like we have the makings of a good night, here...
Airbedane.
Unfortunately, the Tavern doesn't do food (apart from crisps and nuts), but there's a great chippy in Biggleswade, and it won't be the first time I've brought the spoils into the Tavern to eat.......... Also, some local takeaways will deliver.
The Hare and Hounds do a good meal, but as such, they are popular and it's prudent to book.
'Sounds like we have the makings of a good night, here...
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Hope not too late to join in, I haven't been online for a few weeks.
Can make the 21st plus partner - sounds a good evening
By the way Man-on-the-Fence we have met I believe, once last summer?
See you all on the 21st
Can make the 21st plus partner - sounds a good evening
By the way Man-on-the-Fence we have met I believe, once last summer?
See you all on the 21st
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Folks,
I have spoken to Shuttleworth and they do have various single/double/twin rooms available - in the Mansion with shared bathrooms, and elsewhere on site with en-suite. PM or email me for prices. Breakfast is, of course, provided
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I have spoken to Shuttleworth and they do have various single/double/twin rooms available - in the Mansion with shared bathrooms, and elsewhere on site with en-suite. PM or email me for prices. Breakfast is, of course, provided
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Treadders: Have been holding off on this one, but have just had confirmed that my presence is required at Changi for Asian Aerospace 2004. So, sorry not to be there, but I'll raise a glass of Tiger to you all on 21st, and see you next time!
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Ah, shame Aerohack.
Still, we'll hopefully see you at Shuttleworth displays later in the year, and I have a feeling we'll be organising more of the same...
Still, we'll hopefully see you at Shuttleworth displays later in the year, and I have a feeling we'll be organising more of the same...
Shall be over in Das Reich that w/e, so regrettably shall have to give it a miss on this occasion. But have fun, chaps and chapesses!