View Full Version : Sheffield Fayre - this weekend (29/30 August)


cosywolf
24-08-2004, 08:27
Okay, so I'm a little late this year - been VERY busy.

Sheffield Fayre is THIS WEEKEND in Norfolk Heritage Park...it's taking the place of the Sheffield Show as the Bank Holiday place to be this year, so please come support us.

As every year, entry is FREE, and there will be loads of fun things to do...funfair, craft tent, the North's largest multi-period living history show - romans to WW2...and loads more.

Come have fun and support Sheffield's biggest FREE event. We've all worked really hard this year to make sure it's a good one.

And make sure you come and catch up with me:D

Cosy

cosywolf
25-08-2004, 08:32
So who from here is coming? I managed to meet a few people from the Forum last year...we could arrange a time and place at the Fayre for a Forum get-together...on the waltzers, lol.

Geoff - are you wanting any of us to hand out flyers for you this year?

Not-at-all-stressed, and looking forward to it,

Cosy:P

Andy
25-08-2004, 10:50
I'll be coming on Sunday afternoon.

A forum meet sounds like a good idea - it was a good day out last year.

So - who else will be there on Sunday afternoon?

designbunny
25-08-2004, 11:23
LOL! not stressed cosy, ha ha, it must have moved onto me this year! All these blooming display boards...grrrr

I'll be there both days & would like to sneak off for an hour to meet the forum lot

cosywolf
25-08-2004, 11:31
LOL...don't worry, I'm sure it's all just waiting to pounce on me tomorrow.
Final meeting last night...the event's looking better and better...we're getting new stuff every day. The last thing is a large falconry display...and ferret racing:confused:.
And not to worry, the weather will be fine, and the Fayre will go ahead, come hell or high water.

I'll be there both days, too. So come on you lot, it's up to you to make sure Designbunny and I have long, happy, smiley breaks meeting up with the rest of you Forumers.

Cosy

Originally posted by designbunny
LOL! not stressed cosy, ha ha, it must have moved onto me this year! All these blooming display boards...grrrr

I'll be there both days & would like to sneak off for an hour to meet the forum lot

genesiscouch
25-08-2004, 11:43
Ferret racing!

How could I go wrong? ....will try to make it for a bit :D

John
25-08-2004, 19:10
I was there last year and I strongly recommend that you all make an effort to go this time round if you didn't last year because it was a very enjoyable weekend.

There were plenty to do and best of all it is FREE.

Don't forget to bring a camera!!!

cosywolf
26-08-2004, 09:49
Thanks, Internetowl, for reminding me:

Sheffield Fayre is taking place in Norfolk Heritage Park, Norfolk Park. For more info on Norfolk Heritage Park, visit Friends of Norfolk Heritage Park (http://www.norfolk-park.com) There should be a map.

The park is easily reached by tram - alight at Arbourthorne Road and follow the signs...and by bus - 21, 41, 95, 120, 7, 132, 50, 8 & 9.
Car parking is off Norfolk Park Road, and will cost you £2.

The event is open Sunday and Monday, 10.30am-5.30pm.

Sheffield Fayre is not-for-profit, and we have a huge amount of difficulty keeping it going financially. It is, after all, a free event. So if you see any donations buckets, please drop some pennies in. I'm aware that some people will think it's a bit cheeky, but we are determined to keep the Fayre going and keep it free and accessible for everyone.

Looking forward to seeing you there,
Cosy

cosywolf
27-08-2004, 09:33
Any other takers for meeting up on the Sunday or Monday?

Cosy

FairyNormal
27-08-2004, 10:29
Well we're hoping to pop up on either day, depending on the weather!! robably be Monday. IS there a specific time/place where folks are going to meet on both days?

cosywolf
27-08-2004, 16:00
Doesn't look like many people are bothered about meeting up, but a few of us from the Forum will actually be working it both days, so I'll drop in a meeting place and time, and we'll see what happens. Gives us a coffee break, at least:D

2pm, Saturday and Sunday, outside the entrance to the Horticulture marquee.

If you do drop into the Fayre feel free to come in and say hello...horticulture tent...sheffield wildlife trust...norfolk park greenspaces project...ask for laura.

Make sure you all go and enjoy yourselves!

Cosy:thumbsup:

Pauly
27-08-2004, 16:17
I'll be there cos I have sod all else to do this weekend. WIll pop into the tent and say hi. I owe you a hug for being a sweetheart a few months ago anyway. :)

max
27-08-2004, 16:24
Originally posted by cosywolf


2pm, Saturday and Sunday, outside the entrance to the Horticulture marquee.



Don't you mean Sunday and Monday? :thumbsup:

designbunny
27-08-2004, 18:40
Yes it is Sunday and Monday, thanks Max!

Make sure you bring your pennies to buy lots of nice cuddly animals to support the trust!

FairyNormal
30-08-2004, 22:08
I just wanted to say what a fantastic day we had today. A huge pat on the back to all who worked/organised/volunteered at the Fayre. It was an excellent day with so much great stuff to see and do. The re-enactments were spectacular and I particularly loved the Underwear through the ages show!!

Well done to all involved and can't wait till next year!!

designbunny
31-08-2004, 06:55
Glad you had a good time - did you pop into the horticultural tent to visit the wildlife trust?

We were pretty busy both days & didn't get much chance to see the rest of the show, but it was fun all the same.

Toby
31-08-2004, 07:54
We went, and had a lovely time.

cosywolf
01-09-2004, 09:02
I'm so glad people went and enjoyed it, it makes it all worthwhile hearing that...

Sorry if you were about at 2pm on either day, we were rushed off our feet, and didn't get a chance to see anyone. Did any of the rest of you meet up?

Pauly - where was my hug? :P

This is my first day back at work and I'm exhausted, but I'm really pleased with how the whole thing went this year. Masses of thanks to Designbunny and the others who kept me out of the madhouse this year, sorting the Trust out.

Should we do it again next year?

Cosy:D

Internetowl
22-08-2005, 16:10
is it on this year?

Angiej
22-08-2005, 17:10
What time does the RAF lancaster go over ? is it just sunday or monday too ? Just my man wants to know but were out on the Sunday,



Also is it on sunday and monday ?? or sat sun and mon :thumbsup:

designbunny
22-08-2005, 20:16
It is on this year - sunday and monday

Norfolk Heritage Park
28th & 29th August 2005
Admission Free, car park £2
_
This event_has been described as the best family day out possible!_ Whether you like flower shows_or historical battles there is just so much to see and do and it's_FREE to get in!
_
Attractions_will include:
_
Sheffield Horticultural Show
Traditional Fun Fair
Multi Period History Camp
Children's Entertainment
Animal Farm and Ranger Roadshow
Sheffield Wildlife Trust
Art and Craft Tent
Sheffield Markets
Classic Cars
Falconry Displays
Farmers Market_
RAF Lancaster_Fly Past on Sunday
and lots more....
_
The Horticulture Show is an all embracing competition for amateurs, serious enthusiasts, and classes to involve families and children!
_
Please contact us for a free Schedule that details all of the competitions, it is worth having a look because there is something for everyone, and if you feel that_a subject_is missing we will consider additions to the schedule for next year!_
_
Marge Allen of the Friends of Norfolk Heritage Park and Co_organiser of the event said: "This event is set to be the largest free entry event in South Yorkshire!_ not only is it bringing visitors back into Sheffield's finest park, but it is playing a key role in showcasing and supporting the regeneration of the area"._

matsalleh
22-08-2005, 22:32
Originally posted by Angiej
What time does the RAF lancaster go over ? is it just sunday or monday too ? Just my man wants to know but were out on the Sunday,
Also is it on sunday and monday ?? or sat sun and mon :thumbsup:
I believe it is Sunday only at 3:15pm.I also hope the re-enactment displays are on the flat part where the funfair was last year.As this has a sloping bank and makes an excellent natural arena.

Ant
22-08-2005, 22:38
Nooo!!

I'm working this weekend but would love to go. Can everything be rearranged and shifted to the following weekend so I can have myself a nice day out?

Hels
22-08-2005, 22:39
Could you post a precis of the schedule on here?

We've not got anything planned for either Sunday or Monday so we'll be popping along, prob Sunday.

Maybe see you there :thumbsup:

E-Man Groovin
22-08-2005, 22:40
Hi Guys,

If possible I'd like to set up a small table to sell some arts goods at this year's Sheffield Fayre. Would this be possible or am I too late?

Please get in touch Cosy or DesignBunny.

Cheers

P

ANGELUS
22-08-2005, 22:57
Me and the missus will be in attendance, it sounds very good to us! :)

kblade
23-08-2005, 02:21
I'll be there though not sure of the day yet. Sunday probably hangover permitting :hihi: so maybe Monday when I'm working at 6pm and have to be sensible the night before ;)

It is a lovely day out and it sounds like even more is planned. I'll try to drag Vidster along for a double forummer visit LOL. He has the day off though lucky bugger :rolleyes:

Its our local park and I truly love it. Good luck with all the plans and heres to a great BH weekend. :)

*prays camera arrives in time*

Internetowl
23-08-2005, 10:07
Originally posted by E-Man Groovin
Hi Guys,

If possible I'd like to set up a small table to sell some arts goods at this year's Sheffield Fayre. Would this be possible or am I too late?

Please get in touch Cosy or DesignBunny.

Cheers

P

We'll look out for you. Normal discounts for 'fellow forummers'?

Bloomdido
27-08-2005, 19:43
Can anyone else confirm the Lancaster flyover time please??

vidster
27-08-2005, 20:07
Yep, we'll be there at some point this weekend :)
I took a sneak look around today:

http://img320.imageshack.us/img320/4540/dscf00814xd.jpg

http://img320.imageshack.us/img320/8328/dscf00778iq.jpg

http://img320.imageshack.us/img320/2601/dscf00751gt.jpg

This is only a fraction of what's going on. I'm hoping to get some good pictures from the Falconry displays and the battle reenactments :wink:

Angel01
28-08-2005, 09:33
Im trying to think wether this will be worth it. Is anybody else going up today? Im worried incase it might be boring and then we have wasted a long journey for nothing. Is it good?.:confused:

royjames
28-08-2005, 10:46
Im going to the festival might as well see what is on offer.

Angel01
28-08-2005, 10:53
have you been before?

MTheo
28-08-2005, 10:56
is it near the norfolk park tram stop? if so then i may wander down on monday (although im pretty sure the trams are either NOT running or its a sunday service so might be a pain)

Angel01
28-08-2005, 10:57
Im not sure im going to look for the map now. I want to know wether it is going to be boring.
Is it a big thing? here only seems to be 2 of us going at the moment.

tray7966
28-08-2005, 13:14
Hi just been down to sheffield fayre it is ok son loved it because of all the rides, lots going on burger vans prices are high £3.00 for a small burger.

Andy
28-08-2005, 13:31
Originally posted by MTheo
is it near the norfolk park tram stop? if so then i may wander down on monday (although im pretty sure the trams are either NOT running or its a sunday service so might be a pain)

Trams are running a Sunday service.

Give me a shout if you're going on monday - I only live a minute away :)

Strix
28-08-2005, 13:38
We're going by car coz somebody in their infinite wisdom deemed trams to be a dog free zone :mad:

vidster
28-08-2005, 13:59
I'm only 2 mins away and i can hear the guns going off right now :)
I think we're going tomorrow though. If you are going by tram you can get off at Arbourthorne Rd stop and walk down towards the new school. That is where the main entrance is.
If you get off the tram at Park Grange stop you can walk over to the shops and walk across the grass at the side of the small excuse of a kids playground. There is a worn track that takes you down in to the bottom of the woods. This is the quickest way in to the park :wink:

Andy
28-08-2005, 14:20
the Lancaster Bomber's just flown over.

Wow :thumbsup:

vidster
28-08-2005, 14:26
And here's how it looked from my garden :)

http://img215.imageshack.us/img215/4360/picture0227gz.jpg

http://img215.imageshack.us/img215/1169/picture0190tf.jpg

micksheff
28-08-2005, 16:11
The US civil was brilliant charging horses n all, going to see it again tomorrow, I've been tipped off that the Unionists win tomorrow.

MrH
28-08-2005, 16:13
And here's how it looked from Norfolk Park:

Lancaster over Norfolk Park (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v313/SteelCity185/IMG_0815.jpg)

Nice afternoon out - thank you to the organisers!

Internetowl
28-08-2005, 16:19
the WW2 Pill box assault was ever so funny - the timing was a bit out but added to the comedy value of it....

The Lanc was awesome as it circled around overhead...but its no wonder so many got shot down it was soooooo slow :)

The Vikings got a bit aggresive in the demo - a few sparks of axe on shield :)

kblade
28-08-2005, 16:54
Well we've just got back after popping over for a quick look as we'll be going over for longer tomorrow hopefully.

I held a Kestrel which I was most chuffed about but the poor birds did look quite stressed in the sun :( They are obviously very well cared for by their handlers though :)

Vidster and I did some stalking too, followed a couple around the park with a Beagle dog wondering if it was Strix, so if you saw a couple with a child Strix around the stalls (the child stroked your dog) it wasn't some nutters (debatable) it was Vidster and I :D

matsalleh
28-08-2005, 17:59
Originally posted by vidster
And here's how it looked from my garden :)

http://img215.imageshack.us/img215/4360/picture0227gz.jpg

http://img215.imageshack.us/img215/1169/picture0190tf.jpg
Hi Vidster,
I see you have your new Fuji,your first Lancaster shot is not bad,but as you are a newbie to this camera I will let you off.I am expecting great things from you in the future.Enjoy your camera mate and remember digital costs nothing so shoot,shoot and shoot.
My picture from Norfolk Park was cr@*,a black aircraft and blue sky.
Cheers

Strix
28-08-2005, 18:14
Originally posted by kblade
Vidster and I did some stalking too, followed a couple around the park with a Beagle dog wondering if it was Strix, so if you saw a couple with a child Strix around the stalls (the child stroked your dog) it wasn't some nutters (debatable) it was Vidster and I :D
:suspect: We turned into one of the exhibits this afternoon!!!
We have been photographed by both Japanese and American tourists, stroked by numerous kids, fussed by numerous adults.

C'mon KBlade and Vister, give us a clue - how do I know which of our new friends were you!!! :)

(We didn't see any other beagles there, and I was in a tie dye celtic knot top)

Strix
28-08-2005, 18:15
Anybody know whether the missing hawk was found? :(

vidster
28-08-2005, 18:27
Originally posted by matsalleh
Hi Vidster,
I see you have your new Fuji,your first Lancaster shot is not bad,but as you are a newbie to this camera I will let you off.I am expecting great things from you in the future.Enjoy your camera mate and remember digital costs nothing so shoot,shoot and shoot.
My picture from Norfolk Park was cr@*,a black aircraft and blue sky.
Cheers
:hihi: I took that while running around like a headless chicken. It just came flying over while i was watching the match :wink:
The Fuji is like a dream compared to the little instant camera we have. I have no idea what everything does yet though :suspect: and I've still only got the 16MB card that came with it. 8 shots at maximum resolution :shocked: I don't think i need it set that high but I'll start another thread on that one ;)

vidster
28-08-2005, 18:34
Originally posted by Strix
:suspect: We turned into one of the exhibits this afternoon!!!
We have been photographed by both Japanese and American tourists, stroked by numerous kids, fussed by numerous adults.

C'mon KBlade and Vister, give us a clue - how do I know which of our new friends were you!!! :)

(We didn't see any other beagles there, and I was in a tie dye celtic knot top)

I didn't take that much notice of the clothing Strix (too busy looking at the Beagle). Is your hubby is about 6'3" and were you wearing Adidas trainers, jeans and your hair in a pony tail?

If not, there must have been 2 Beagles :?

We noticed one of the Hawks pulling at it's tether like mad. Maybe that is the one that made the escape :(
All the birds of prey looked pretty hot and bothered though.

Strix
28-08-2005, 18:55
Yup that's us - now cough up!!!
How can I tell who you were??? :rant: ;)

Strix
28-08-2005, 18:58
Originally posted by vidster
We noticed one of the Hawks pulling at it's tether like mad. Maybe that is the one that made the escape :(
All the birds of prey looked pretty hot and bothered though.
Not as hot and bothered as they were at the Environment agency bash at Shirebrook nature reserve a few weekends ago :(

vidster
28-08-2005, 19:03
Originally posted by Strix
Yup that's us - now cough up!!!
How can I tell who you were??? :rant: ;)
I don't think you'd have taken much notice really. We were all standing at the stall selling African type carvings and i told my daughter it was OK to stroke Brude.
I thought he would be bigger for some reason :?

kblade
28-08-2005, 19:19
I had a navy blue tracksuit top on and jeans, hair up with a clip in a twisted pont tail. Vidster was in dark clothing and has short dark brown hair and our little un who stroked who we presumed may have been Brude was in a light coat, like a puffer jacket with a hood with fur round the collar. We were going to ask the dogs name but as you walked by I thought I heard your voice and call the dog something else :confused: :D

kblade
28-08-2005, 19:24
A few pics taken by Vidster....

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v491/gigglejuice/gun.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v491/gigglejuice/Picture292.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v491/gigglejuice/Picture293.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v491/gigglejuice/Picture296.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v491/gigglejuice/Picture301.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v491/gigglejuice/Picture302.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v491/gigglejuice/Picture307.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v491/gigglejuice/Picture291.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v491/gigglejuice/Picture308.jpg

Strix
28-08-2005, 19:24
Originally posted by vidster
I thought he would be bigger for some reason :?
Foxhound (http://www.pet.gen.tr/2002/dogs_pics/dogs_36.jpg) sometimes confused with the beagle (http://www.bayard0.demon.co.uk/pyjamas.htm) (and that's Brude's dad BTW ;) )

Phooey. We were too concerned about Brude's latest phobia - African art :roll: to be paying attention to who else was there then. He had a traumatic afternoon during the re-enactments.

To all dog owners considering going tomorrow....
There is a considerable amount of gunfire and cannon fire - so if your pet doesn't like fireworks, (s)he'll hate Sheffield Fayre :(

Strix
28-08-2005, 19:28
Originally posted by kblade
I thought I heard your voice and call the dog something else :confused: :D
It's Scottish - so it sounds like 'Brid' ;)
Or sometimes people think he has a Japanese name - Ho-sin.
'Hosing' is what happens when he's naughty, so it's a threat :hihi:

I think I remember your daughter KBlade, but I can't place you guys :(

Miffed :(

royjames
28-08-2005, 19:40
Excellent day out,well done to all those who made it possible,The highlight for me was seeing the lancaster bomber flying past.
Well worth the time to go and see it.:thumbsup:

Draggletail
28-08-2005, 20:53
Originally posted by Strix

To all dog owners considering going tomorrow....
There is a considerable amount of gunfire and cannon fire - so if your pet doesn't like fireworks, (s)he'll hate Sheffield Fayre :( [/B]

We may pop along on Mon if Mrs Draggle is up to it....... Unfortunately she's been blighted by migraine the last three days :(

Any idea what time the noisy stuff starts, Strix?

vidster
28-08-2005, 21:06
I think the good stuff happens twice a day. We normally arrive about 2pm and we manage to see it all.

chunk
28-08-2005, 21:19
yep :) it was fun great fun

Strix
28-08-2005, 21:25
There's this blurb: http://www.eventplan.co.uk/Sheff05intro.htm
but no timetable :(

designbunny
28-08-2005, 21:32
Did any of you come into the Horticultural tent & visit the wildlife trust stand? We will be back tomorrow, tho had a great day today, lots of kids entered our 'design a badge' competition! And we sold lots of merchandise too + got some new members :) Welcome if that was you!

I'll be there again from about 10.30ish, come & say hello :)

kblade
28-08-2005, 21:45
We went into that tent but it was around 4:30pm. I saw two people there and wondered if we'd 'know' them :D

We're going back again tomorrow afternoon :)

designbunny
28-08-2005, 21:55
Ah cool, i'm about 6ft 2" so can't be missed :) Red trust t-shirt + jeans, probs helping kids with the colouring in!

kblade
28-08-2005, 22:01
6ft 2!!! :o I'm a foot behind :D

Pauline BHG
28-08-2005, 22:35
Originally posted by Andy
the Lancaster Bomber's just flown over.

Wow :thumbsup:

Ahhh ! I pooped mesen this afternoon when this low flying plane came a BIT too close to the roof of my house :o Scarey ! Though I didnt know why the heck it was flying around heheh. Now I know !

Draggletail
28-08-2005, 23:17
Originally posted by Strix
There's this blurb: http://www.eventplan.co.uk/Sheff05intro.htm
but no timetable :(
Good job I checked your link Strix. I thought it was in Graves Park. :roll:

Strix
28-08-2005, 23:45
Graves park will probably be less noisy tomorrow DT :hihi:

matsalleh
29-08-2005, 09:28
here's a sample of what you might see if you go this afternoon:-

http://www.photobox.co.uk/album/1741840
Click slideshow or picture for enlargement.

WallBuilder
29-08-2005, 14:28
I've just got back from the event with Max and he is now laid recovering from the ttrauma of having to put up with numerous bangs and explosions, poor dog thought bonfire night had come early.
I often wondered where all the white canvas tents went to that scouts used to use, now I know. Found the sight of a woman dressed in early American attirre? answering her mobile quite amusing.

wiseman
29-08-2005, 17:03
just got back,i enjoyed the field hospital display,
generally a good family day out:clap:

Foxprom
29-08-2005, 18:28
Ive just got back home too having heard loud bangs and shots for two days and for the people running the civil war reinactments shouting at me because the music and announcements I was making at the side of the centre in the park building was far too loud and it was disturbing them. ended up playing some games for the kids and then just played some relaxing tunes all day did have to make rather a lot of annoucnemtns for the event safety team thought but hey it was a good couple of days and the weatehr was good

Looking forward next week to the art in the gardens at the botanical gardens, not a free evetn but i am told a very nice collection of art and things arty, so if that is your bent check out the parks department website all details on that.

ReginaldD
29-08-2005, 21:46
Originally posted by Foxprom
Ive just got back home too having heard loud bangs and shots for two days and for the people running the civil war reinactments shouting at me because the music and announcements I was making at the side of the centre in the park building was far too loud and it was disturbing them. ended up playing some games for the kids and then just played some relaxing tunes all day did have to make rather a lot of annoucnemtns for the event safety team thought but hey it was a good couple of days and the weatehr was good

Looking forward next week to the art in the gardens at the botanical gardens, not a free evetn but i am told a very nice collection of art and things arty, so if that is your bent check out the parks department website all details on that.

Yeah you did have to turn it down a bit for the fancy dress brigade, but notice how us BMW Club wallahs didn't come whinging even though we were next to the speakers.
made of sterner stuff or what!

Foxprom
30-08-2005, 16:39
Hi reginald D
Isnt it amazing how the forumers meet without knowing perhaps we all need pink hair or t shirts or something to identify ourselves

Thanks for the BMW owners club for being made of sterner stuff and putting up with the crap music all weekend and play your cards right for the kids

Chris

Strix
30-08-2005, 16:48
Originally posted by Foxprom
Isnt it amazing how the forumers meet without knowing perhaps we all need pink hair or t shirts or something to identify ourselves

I find strolling around with a beagle does the trick :suspect:
(having been pounced on in a car park by Kristian, and sneaked up on so stealthilly by Kblade and Vidster that I still don't know who they are :( )

Draggletail
30-08-2005, 20:39
Originally posted by Strix
..... and sneaked up on so stealthilly by Kblade and Vidster that I still don't know who they are :( ) [/B]

It's gonna take you a while to get over this 'subterfuge' isn't it, Strix? ;) :D

Strix
30-08-2005, 21:10
Only coz Vidster is one of the first people I got chatting to on the forum DT :(

There's a thought.... Not heard much about Tara recently :confused:

vidster
30-08-2005, 21:38
Tara's the same fat, snoring, Staffie she always is :wink: She tried catching another Fox tonight. When will she learn that they're 3x faster than her :rolleyes:

The fayre will be back next year Strix. Maybe we'll just walk up to you next time instead of stalking you round the stalls :suspect:

There are a few members i think i saw but never noticed. Wallbuilder and his black Labrador (talking to another man who had two black Labrador's )
Foxprom plating the music 8)
ReginalD polishing the beemers (have a few pics of those to post for 1Man)

I'm sure there were more too :?

Strix
30-08-2005, 21:48
Originally posted by vidster
....ReginalD polishing the beemers...
He might recognise us too, but as we were sat with our backs to him to watch the birds of prey escaping, we won't remember him

This whole event has turned a bit 'where's Wally?' :hihi:

I have a picture in my mind of the crowds of people strewn across the park, and all those mystery forummers who chat so often but had no idea of the proximity of the next forumer there :hihi:

I was thinking of wearing my t-shirt but thought that might be a bit :|

WallBuilder
30-08-2005, 22:33
Originally posted by Strix
This whole event has turned a bit 'where's Wally?' :hihi:
:|

Be very careful, I used to get that sort of attention when I went to gigs at the city hall. Anybody who knows me will know what I'm on about.
Talking to a guy with two black labs??
I talked to quite a few dog owners but can't recollect that one but it's possible.
I have a feeling I should of worn my forum teashirt as I probably saw but didn't identify hundreds of fellow forumers.

kblade
30-08-2005, 22:38
Strix!! I found Wally!!!!!!

He's sat a few feet away on the settee ;) :hihi: :hihi: :hihi:


V and I looked around on Monday but alas no Beagle! I nearly typed Beadle then LOL. Now that would've made the day complete :o :suspect: :hihi:

Strix
30-08-2005, 22:50
Originally posted by WallBuilder
Be very careful, ....
:confused: Have you seen the 'Where's Wally? (http://images.amazon.com/images/P/0744594421.02._SCLZZZZZZZ_.jpg)' books Wallbuilder?

'Spot the forumer' would have been a similar game this weekend :D

Strix
30-08-2005, 22:51
Originally posted by kblade
Strix!! I found Wally!!!!!!

He's sat a few feet away on the settee ;) :hihi: :hihi: :hihi:

Your place or mine K? :suspect:

PS - we didn't get there on Monday. The shrubbery won :( (well nearly :suspect: )

kblade
30-08-2005, 22:57
:D

It'll be back next year, we can all wear Wally stripey jumpers :| :D

Strix
30-08-2005, 22:59
:rolleyes: I'll make sure mine's not in the wash on that day :rolleyes:

WallBuilder
30-08-2005, 23:06
I think I'm going to stop walking max as he seems to be a bit of a give-away as to who I am, Muddycoffee got me last week by saying Max's name as i approached him and Max of course responded.
I did see a couple of weeks ago a rather attractive young woman with a beagle and for a moment thought Hmmmn is it?
But then decided not.

kblade
30-08-2005, 23:06
I'll start knitting a new one...... :thumbsup: :D I'll want to look my best! :suspect:

Strix
30-08-2005, 23:14
Originally posted by WallBuilder
I did see a couple of weeks ago a rather attractive young woman with a beagle and for a moment thought Hmmmn is it?
But then decided not.
*Takes bait*

Was he off his lead and restrained only by a constant stream of instructions? :hihi:

Where were they? :confused:

Originally posted by kblade
I'll start knitting a new one...... :thumbsup: :D I'll want to look my best! :suspect:
Are you going to use one of these patterns (http://www.generalbaileyfarm.com/images/Books/Knitting/Knitting%20With%20Dog%20Hair.jpg) K? :hihi:

Draggletail
31-08-2005, 00:08
Originally posted by Strix
PS - we didn't get there on Monday. The shrubbery won :( (well nearly :suspect: )

Us neither. Tesco won. How sad is that :(

kblade
31-08-2005, 00:17
Love the patterns Strix :thumbsup: :hihi:

*sets about emptying hoover*

MrH
31-08-2005, 06:52
Originally posted by WallBuilder
I have a feeling I should of worn my forum teashirt as I probably saw but didn't identify hundreds of fellow forumers.

I wore mine - and still nobody spotted me!

suffragette
31-08-2005, 12:27
On behalf of all the "fancy dress types" I'd like to say what a great event, but we had to spend the ENTIRE weekend on our camp protecting our belongings from the theiving little skrotes that the **** useless security were doing sweet FA about.

Other than that it was great.

ReginaldD
31-08-2005, 13:32
Originally posted by ReginaldD
Yeah you did have to turn it down a bit for the fancy dress brigade, but notice how us BMW Club wallahs didn't come whinging even though we were next to the speakers.
made of sterner stuff or what!

It wasn't actually me on the bmw stand, well I was there but it was my dad the computer was logged on with my username instead of his. Maybe in the future I could be driving his cars but only just started having a drive about at lightwood and I definetly would'nt get insured on them at the moment.

Strix
03-09-2005, 00:55
Originally posted by suffragette
On behalf of all the "fancy dress types" I'd like to say what a great event, but we had to spend the ENTIRE weekend on our camp protecting our belongings from the theiving little skrotes that the **** useless security were doing sweet FA about.

Other than that it was great.
You could have volounteered said scrotes for target practice :D