+Team Maddie UK Posted April 15, 2006 Share Posted April 15, 2006 Well folks, a new season is well under way now and the annual Shropshire Camping Event is being planned. As for last year, the event will take place on the first weekend of September, Friday 1st through Sunday 3rd. However, anyone who wishes to come earlier may do so. We will probably set up on Wednesday 30th August. There will be no limit to the numbers as we have a large field dedicated to us with our own shower and WC facilities. This year there is a difference. The event will not actually be held in Shropshire but in Denbighshire just across the border into Wales. The campsite is located adjacent to Valle Crucis Abbey, just outside Llangollen, and offers caching adventures in all directions and many other unrelated attractions. By the time of the event, we plan to have more caches placed locally. Due to the incredible attendance at last year's event we have decided to make this an anual UK wide event (similar in nature to the American 'Geowoodstock' which travels from state to state) with future venues not confined to the Shropshire area, although the events will be held at approximately the same time of year every year. ie. The first weekend in September. The naming of this years event not only is intended to reflect the new direction but also the Arthurian connections associated (loosely:) with the Llangollen area. Since 'Arthurian connections' can be found throughout the UK so, hopefully, will be the following years' events. Further details will be announced here annd also on a web site which is currently under construcion and, of course, the pending official cache page. Martin & Lynn Quote Link to comment
+rutson Posted April 15, 2006 Share Posted April 15, 2006 2 kids, 2 big kids, 1 canvas house. Quote Link to comment
+Pengy&Tigger Posted April 15, 2006 Share Posted April 15, 2006 2 adults (technically), 1 tent, 3 nights. Quote Link to comment
Sparticus Posted April 15, 2006 Share Posted April 15, 2006 1 tent 2 adults and 2 children (Risking a family outing this time!!) Quote Link to comment
Helen in Mustardland Posted April 15, 2006 Share Posted April 15, 2006 One tent with at least one adult in it and possibly two (if I can persuade him.) Quote Link to comment
+Mad H@ter Posted April 15, 2006 Share Posted April 15, 2006 2 adults, 2 kids, 1 hound plus 1 to 3 tents depending on costs. We will almost certainly come up early. BTW you make no mention of tin tents, are they allowed and will they be in the same field? Not for us I hasten to add, but for those softies who bring their house with em Quote Link to comment
+Team Maddie UK Posted April 15, 2006 Author Share Posted April 15, 2006 Okay folks... a few points... Our agreement with the C/S owner is as follows: Per night: £2-50 / person £1-00 / car No charges for dogs, tents etc. They have a tin tent site as well but we're still checking as to wether they will be in the same field or in the caravn site proper. What I can say on this is that there are NO electric hookups in the field. There is a well established Inn across the road (1 min walk) and we still have to check on rooms availability and cost etc. Additionally the campsite has cottages on site albeit a bit pricey. (2 people sharing... £35/head/night 4 people sharing £20/head/night) Quote Link to comment
+rutson Posted April 15, 2006 Share Posted April 15, 2006 Inn? as in Pub? as in Beer? mmmmmmm..... Quote Link to comment
+Team Maddie UK Posted April 15, 2006 Author Share Posted April 15, 2006 Oh yes.. and a farm shop as well Quote Link to comment
+rutson Posted April 15, 2006 Share Posted April 15, 2006 Errr.... if we have a pub, we need a shop, why? Quote Link to comment
+Team Maddie UK Posted April 15, 2006 Author Share Posted April 15, 2006 Liquid bread needs vegetables as well Quote Link to comment
+The Ollies Posted April 15, 2006 Share Posted April 15, 2006 Due to the brilliant time we had last year, we are definatley going to be there. Really looking forward to it. Thanks !!!! Quote Link to comment
+lordelph Posted April 15, 2006 Share Posted April 15, 2006 2 adults, 2 kids and deefer the deliquent dog would love to come... Quote Link to comment
+The Cache Hoppers Posted April 16, 2006 Share Posted April 16, 2006 Oh yes! One/two tents, can't confirm number of campers yet. How on earth are we gonna keep this thread up the top for the next 4/5 months?! Quote Link to comment
+Jan and the Percey Boys Posted April 16, 2006 Share Posted April 16, 2006 How on earth are we gonna keep this thread up the top for the next 4/5 months?! Like this BUMP Quote Link to comment
+Tupperware Hunters Posted April 16, 2006 Share Posted April 16, 2006 cough 2 adults he he two kids 1 tent and a partrige in a pear tree Quote Link to comment
+John Stead Posted April 16, 2006 Share Posted April 16, 2006 Sounds great - in my diary, though would either patronise the brick tent or be a day boy. Quote Link to comment
+BedlingtonDuo Posted April 16, 2006 Share Posted April 16, 2006 Two adults and two mutts please! Quote Link to comment
+lizzardman Posted April 16, 2006 Share Posted April 16, 2006 1 Tent (or VW Camper) and 3 kids!! Quote Link to comment
+FunLovingGeocacher Posted April 16, 2006 Share Posted April 16, 2006 So do we have to keep the noise down this year? We don't want any complaints! I'll put in on my calender and comitt nearer the time, what with changing jobs shortly. Quote Link to comment
+BedlingtonDuo Posted April 16, 2006 Share Posted April 16, 2006 Oh yes! One/two tents, can't confirm number of campers yet. How on earth are we gonna keep this thread up the top for the next 4/5 months?! Remember to bring plenty of Wine! Quote Link to comment
+mongoose39uk Posted April 16, 2006 Share Posted April 16, 2006 Oh yes! One/two tents, can't confirm number of campers yet. How on earth are we gonna keep this thread up the top for the next 4/5 months?! Remember to bring plenty of Wine! Her own wine? Quote Link to comment
+The Cache Hoppers Posted April 16, 2006 Share Posted April 16, 2006 Why bring my own if Lizzardman is gonna be there ... ? Quote Link to comment
+Yorkypudding Posted April 16, 2006 Share Posted April 16, 2006 Hi, Last year was great and hopefully Ageinghippy and I will be there. It sounds great and a new location, like that too a new caching area for us. I imagine it will be the 2 of us unless I can talk my daughter in to joining us and a biggish tent same as last year. We will also make some more vegatable skewers for the barbie, I think many liked that. Cant wait. Yorkypudding x. Quote Link to comment
+MarcB Posted April 17, 2006 Share Posted April 17, 2006 I'm going to try and turn up... someone remind me! MarcB Quote Link to comment
+Cave Troll and Eeyore Posted April 17, 2006 Share Posted April 17, 2006 Looks like we will be day visitors as we take it in turns with our doggie sitters to camp at events. Before anyone suggests we bring the dogs , one of em ( Meg ), is brain damaged and can't adjust to different environments Quote Link to comment
+lizzardman Posted April 17, 2006 Share Posted April 17, 2006 Why bring my own if Lizzardman is gonna be there ... ? I've already started stocking up!!! Quote Link to comment
+rutson Posted April 17, 2006 Share Posted April 17, 2006 I'm going to try and turn up... someone remind me! Don't forget to turn up MarcB Quote Link to comment
The Royles Posted April 17, 2006 Share Posted April 17, 2006 We will also make some more vegatable skewers for the barbie, I think many liked that. Very tempted now. We will check on the kids holiday dates and let you know. Quote Link to comment
+M1EYO Posted April 17, 2006 Share Posted April 17, 2006 Count me in - 1 person, 1 tent, 2 nights. Quote Link to comment
+Team Maddie UK Posted April 18, 2006 Author Share Posted April 18, 2006 The official cache page is up and running now folks... here we will add details to this as they happen... Martin, Lynn and Maddie Quote Link to comment
+Team Maddie UK Posted April 18, 2006 Author Share Posted April 18, 2006 Yes folks! It's also the weekend of the Llangollen Baloon Festival And in the evening... Quote Link to comment
+Cryptik Souls Crew Posted April 18, 2006 Share Posted April 18, 2006 And in the evening... Reminds me of the Lost event! Quote Link to comment
+lordelph Posted April 18, 2006 Share Posted April 18, 2006 Reminds me of the Lost event! Really? You should get yourself a new video camera, as your footage really didn't do it justice in that case. Quote Link to comment
+stora Posted April 18, 2006 Share Posted April 18, 2006 2 ppl 1 tent. I'll confirm nearer the date. Quote Link to comment
EagleOwl Posted April 18, 2006 Share Posted April 18, 2006 Yes please - 1 tent - 2 kids, 2 adults Quote Link to comment
+purple_pineapple Posted April 20, 2006 Share Posted April 20, 2006 1 tent, two pineapples and a bump! (the thread that is, not MrsPP!!! ) Quote Link to comment
+wizard1974uk Posted April 20, 2006 Share Posted April 20, 2006 Go on put me down for this, I'll have a tent and some cooking equipment by then, crikey thats gonna be a busy week for me 1 adult and 1 tent. Quote Link to comment
+The Forester Posted April 20, 2006 Share Posted April 20, 2006 (edited) Swan Vestas really shouldn't have sponsored the Hydrogen-filled balloon! Edited April 20, 2006 by The Forester Quote Link to comment
+Team Maddie UK Posted April 20, 2006 Author Share Posted April 20, 2006 ROFLMAO Quote Link to comment
+Team Maddie UK Posted April 22, 2006 Author Share Posted April 22, 2006 After the BIG CITO event in Berkshire today and some of the conversations that ensued, it appears that some folks are considering making a bit more than a weekend out of the Shrops event. As we have already said, there is no prob with people who want to come earlier. However, it would be useful for us to know when you plan to arrive so we can make sure that the camp owners have the field set-up suitably in advance. Sooo... If you have already signed up please let us know when you plan to arrive (if you can) and likewise for anyone signing up. Thanks, Martin & Lynn Quote Link to comment
+wizard1974uk Posted April 22, 2006 Share Posted April 22, 2006 I'll probably be attending between 1st and 3rd only. Quote Link to comment
+slimey Posted April 23, 2006 Share Posted April 23, 2006 Just added myself to the event page, but will add myself here too. This looks like it'll be a fab event. 1 tent, 2 adults, 2 kids (4yo & 2yo). Not sure exactly which days, but most likely only the weekend. Thanks! S Quote Link to comment
+The Hancock Clan Posted April 23, 2006 Share Posted April 23, 2006 1 large tent, 2 adults, 2 kids and 1 dog. Will stay Thursday to Sunday. Hope its as much fun as last year!! Quote Link to comment
markandlynn Posted April 24, 2006 Share Posted April 24, 2006 Looks like Lynn now has the weekend off so we should be able to make it with our itsy bitsy teeny weeny tent. Quote Link to comment
+purple_pineapple Posted April 24, 2006 Share Posted April 24, 2006 Looks like Lynn now has the weekend off so we should be able to make it with our itsy bitsy teeny weeny tent. bet its not as itsy bitsy teeny weeny as ours! although I hope its not yellow polka dot.... We will probably be there from about thursday ish... will speak to Mrs PP and make firmer aarangements! Quote Link to comment
+woZere Posted May 19, 2006 Share Posted May 19, 2006 We hope to attend but it will depend on holiday leave Quote Link to comment
+Team Maddie UK Posted May 19, 2006 Author Share Posted May 19, 2006 Hi Folks, Thanks for all the interest so far in the event. I have updated our booking sheet with all of those who have said that they are coming or who have expressed their intentions to come if they can. This sheet is posted in the gallery on the event page. Please check and make sure that your details are correct. Also, for others either expressing their intentions here or on the event page, could you please let us know which nights/days you intend to be there, how many you are and wether you are camping or using an aluminium shed on wheels. If the latter, will you be 'roughing it' (no electric) like the rest of us or booking yourselves into the caravan section of the camp site. (Please note we are not handling bookings for the caravan site but caravans are allowed at the rates listed on the event page in the field with everyone else). Thanks everyone, Martin & Lynn Quote Link to comment
+Team Maddie UK Posted May 31, 2006 Author Share Posted May 31, 2006 Intending Attendees List updated and uploaded on the cache event page. Martin Quote Link to comment
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