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Title: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: twiglet on 24 June 2011, 15:53:08
At the last meet I remember lots of people saying that we should try and squeeze another meet in before the end of the summer...

Well time is marching on, and it won't be long before we will all be moaning about the crappy weather again!!  :-/

I suggest we meet up at the Crown in Ardleigh again, after the excellent feedback from the last meet! :y

I'm thinking some time around July/August, so as to fit between the Lakes and Newent events?

We need to make sure that someone is on camera duty this time though!   ::)

I could also bring any parts along that you may want from the car in the link below...  8-)

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Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: Big_Al on 26 June 2011, 00:00:11
I'm up for it :y :y -   date does not matter to me - just need a bit of advance notice.

No doubt Johnny C  will try &  sort something if he knows theres interest.

but as said count me in  whoever organises it ;) ;)


Also - must send myself an e mail saying -- " don't forget the camera" ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: albitz on 26 June 2011, 00:16:17
Lazyglassback was saying the the other day that it was hoped that another one could be arranged. Iirc he mentioned Sep/Oct. though. :-/
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: feeutfo on 26 June 2011, 01:29:02
If we can tie one up with JCB...?
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: Lazydocker on 26 June 2011, 13:08:50
Hmm... Just thinking aloud here. August bank holiday weekend... On the Monday? :-/
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: twiglet on 27 June 2011, 08:46:07
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Hmm... Just thinking aloud here. August bank holiday weekend... On the Monday? :-/

Sounds good to me! Although SWMBO will only be 2 weeks from her due date by then, so I might have to disappear at a rate of knots!!  :o :y
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: robbo2345 on 30 June 2011, 20:28:22
I might well be interested when the date gets finalised  :y :y
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: twiglet on 30 June 2011, 23:30:49
I'm a liitle surprised that there hasn't been more interest, considering how successful the last meet was.  :-/

Anyway, to get the ball rolling, I shall agree with LD and propose a date of August 29th (Bank Holiday Monday).

Come on people....  :y
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: Lazydocker on 30 June 2011, 23:32:25
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I'm a liitle surprised that there has been more interest, considering how successful the last meet was.  :-/

Anyway, to get the ball rolling, I shall agree with LD and propose a date of August 29th (Bank Holiday Monday).

Come on people....  :y

I'm still trying to work out what I'm meant to be doing :-[ :-[ ::) ::)

We'll sort something certain soon :y :y
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: TheBoy on 02 July 2011, 12:21:18
Is that rather close to the Newent meet?
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: Lazydocker on 02 July 2011, 13:49:39
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Is that rather close to the Newent meet?
That was my thinking too... Especially as I think we're meant to be going to Newent on that day ::)
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: johnnycboy on 02 July 2011, 20:01:18
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Is that rather close to the Newent meet?
That was my thinking too... Especially as I think we're meant to be going to Newent on that day ::)


Too close to Newent and I wont be available unfortunately. :'(

I will watch this one with interest ;)
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: twiglet on 05 July 2011, 13:21:01
Can we not organise something for late July/early August then?
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: Lazydocker on 05 July 2011, 13:52:41
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Can we not organise something for late July/early August then?
We'll have a chat tonight ;)
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: twiglet on 06 July 2011, 23:48:20
Well LD and I had a chat, and we agreed that trying to organise a meet during the busy summer months really is a non-starter.

Therefore, how does everyone feel about getting together at the end of September?  :y
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: albitz on 07 July 2011, 00:19:05
Dont see why not. :y............apart from the fact I might be working, but thats the same story 3 out of every 4 weekends. ::)
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: s7eve v6 24v on 31 July 2011, 08:42:49
ill be up for a meet.new to the omegas. belonged to a vw forum and we met up every month,so now i sold the golf its time to meet people with omegas etc :y
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: Big_Al on 03 August 2011, 19:41:40
Another Essex meet ?

Anything happening on the next possible Essex meet.   Seems a bit quiet to me.

What about meeting up at The Crown pub or somewhere for brekkie ( seem to remember theres a cafe just round the corner from The Crown at Ardleigh if it,s still there)  & then having a run on to Clacton or somewhere for the afternoon. 8-) 8-)

When ?   possibly last week in September or first in October -be getting a bit chilly after that ;D ;D

Only a suggestion  - any other ideas kicking about? post em up !

Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: albitz on 03 August 2011, 19:44:24
One of our new members lives at Ardleigh and needs a tech2 session.Thats a pretty good excuse to get one organised. ;) :D
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: Big_Al on 03 August 2011, 20:00:52
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One of our new members lives at Ardleigh and needs a tech2 session.Thats a pretty good excuse to get one organised. ;) :D


All Round his house for brekkie then is it Albs ?  ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: twiglet on 03 August 2011, 21:28:59
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One of our new members lives at Ardleigh and needs a tech2 session.Thats a pretty good excuse to get one organised. ;) :D


All Round his house for brekkie then is it Albs ?  ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D

Breakfast for us lot??? It would be cheaper to take his car to a Vxl stealers for a Tech2 session!!  :D ;D :y
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: Lazydocker on 03 August 2011, 23:52:40
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One of our new members lives at Ardleigh and needs a tech2 session.Thats a pretty good excuse to get one organised. ;) :D
He lives in Ardleigh? I sense a plan coming on!
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: twiglet on 15 August 2011, 22:16:23
Right guys, I have no idea why everyone is being so quiet about this! The last meet was a great success, and we have several new members in the area, so I really think it would be worth doing another meet before the end of the year!

I for one think Big Al's idea is cracking! If no-one else has a better idea, I suggest we set a date and let the dice roll... If no-one turns up, then at least we have tried...
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: duggs on 16 August 2011, 01:44:35
Sorry chaps...been away.  Ardleigh is fine with me...just about any time is ok.
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: Lazydocker on 16 August 2011, 08:37:45
Thinking early October personally, although I may not be able to make it depending on my situation (or I may come but in a different vehicle) :-/ :-/

Personally I'd prefer to meet at the Crown from around lunchtime onwards... "Cruising" down to Southend doesn't float my boat but each to their own :y :y
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: J.S.B. on 16 August 2011, 21:54:06
Hi Guys,

A meet at the Crown sounds like a spot on plan :y I don't know about breakfast for everyone, but I have got a big bag of bacon at the moment ::) Vauxhall were wanting £54 just to put my car in the same room as a tech 2, but Lazydocker came to the rescue and now it looks like my first problem is sorted.

He also mentioned about getting my autobox updated so if someone could do that at the meet it would be brilliant.

Look forward to meeting you all.

J
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: Kevin Wood on 17 August 2011, 10:27:38
If I'm around I'll be happy to pop over with the Tech 2. :y
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: robbo2345 on 17 August 2011, 12:11:50
I would probably pop along and put some faces to the nicknames :) :y
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: twiglet on 17 August 2011, 12:18:47
At last, we are getting some momentum!  ;D

Maybe someone with enough posts could start a poll of dates so that we can pick a date that suits the most people?  :y
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: Lazydocker on 17 August 2011, 15:56:11
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At last, we are getting some momentum!  ;D

Maybe someone with enough posts could start a poll of dates so that we can pick a date that suits the most people?  :y

Do you need a certain number of posts to start a poll now then?

I'll do one later tonight... Not got time at the moment :y
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: twiglet on 18 August 2011, 08:25:04
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At last, we are getting some momentum!  ;D

Maybe someone with enough posts could start a poll of dates so that we can pick a date that suits the most people?  :y

Do you need a certain number of posts to start a poll now then?

I'll do one later tonight... Not got time at the moment :y

I think it's 1000, but I stand to be corrected.  :-/
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: Big_Al on 18 August 2011, 19:17:18
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Thinking early October personally, although I may not be able to make it depending on my situation (or I may come but in a different vehicle) :-/ :-/

Personally I'd prefer to meet at the Crown from around lunchtime onwards... "Cruising" down to Southend doesn't float my boat but each to their own :y :y


You getting in a muddle  LD ?  ;D ;D   I suggested we meet at Ardleigh & then maybe go on to Clacton as it is straight up the A120 from Ardleigh.   

Cruising to Southend was not mentioned . . . I don't think :-/ :-/

Saffend is where I will be coming from.... & will be cruising back to at the end of the meet 8-) 8-)

Only dates I can't do whatever is decided on, are weekends of 17th & 24th September  :y :y :y
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: Lazydocker on 18 August 2011, 19:39:24
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Thinking early October personally, although I may not be able to make it depending on my situation (or I may come but in a different vehicle) :-/ :-/

Personally I'd prefer to meet at the Crown from around lunchtime onwards... "Cruising" down to Southend doesn't float my boat but each to their own :y :y


You getting in a muddle  LD ?  ;D ;D   I suggested we meet at Ardleigh & then maybe go on to Clacton as it is straight up the A120 from Ardleigh.   

Cruising to Southend was not mentioned . . . I don't think :-/ :-/

Saffend is where I will be coming from.... & will be cruising back to at the end of the meet 8-) 8-)

Only dates I can't do whatever is decided on, are weekends of 17th & 24th September  :y :y :y
:-[ :-[ :-[ :-[ :-[ :-[ :-[ Seems so :-[ :-[ :-[ :-[ :-[ :-[

That said... I've never really seen the appeal of "cruising" anywhere. I tend to get bored :-X :-X ::) ::)

Anyway. Like I said, each to their own :y :y :y

I'll add a poll in a second to check dates :y Whatever happens, I reckon we'll meet at the Crown around lunchtime :y :y
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: Lazydocker on 18 August 2011, 19:47:07
Poll added :y :y

As above, vote for any dates you are available, I can't make all of these dates (possibly can't make any of them but hey ho ::)) but we'll see what happens.
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: Big_Al on 18 August 2011, 19:48:29
I'm up for what ever is decided.  Morning  . . noon or night.  Drive on somewhere   or stay put . .

But lets get something planned or it will be 2012  ;D ;D ;D ;D



Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: albitz on 18 August 2011, 20:27:24
Cruise to Clacton - might be better to go to somewhere nicer, like............Colchester council tip. :D ;D ;D
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: Big_Al on 18 August 2011, 20:54:24
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Cruise to Clacton - might be better to go to somewhere nicer, like............Colchester council tip. :D ;D ;D


 ;D ;D ;D   Was only a suggestion Albs,... But OK  lets go to the Tip then.

They do tea there do they ?    ;D ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: albitz on 18 August 2011, 22:04:10
Didnt mean to be offensive or anything Al. Its just that I have to endure Clacton regularily and I cant stand the place. ;)
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: Big_Al on 19 August 2011, 06:37:13
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Didnt mean to be offensive or anything Al. Its just that I have to endure Clacton regularily and I cant stand the place. ;)

 ;D ;D ;D ;D  Didn't think you were Albs   ;D ;D ;D ;D

Not been there for yonks . . but Clacton can't be that bad . .can it? :-/ :-/
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: Lazydocker on 19 August 2011, 10:32:51
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Didnt mean to be offensive or anything Al. Its just that I have to endure Clacton regularily and I cant stand the place. ;)

 ;D ;D ;D ;D  Didn't think you were Albs   ;D ;D ;D ;D

Not been there for yonks . . but Clacton can't be that bad . .can it? :-/ :-/

We'll let you off as you say you haven't been for yonks... But yes, it can
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: F1 9LFG on 29 August 2011, 16:04:07
Just noticed this meet - I'm up for any date and think it would be great to meet up with a couple of fellow OOF'ers.. :D (obviously I met you the other day Twiglet)

Keep us updated  :y
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: Terbs on 30 August 2011, 22:25:57
Just sitting in the background watching the forum....can't really vote in poll as never sure where I'll be, but, if final date fits....WE'LL BE THERE' ..(me and Chris)
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: Big_Al on 12 September 2011, 06:46:10
Noticed poll has ended -  anything decided then? :-/ :-/
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: the alarming man on 12 September 2011, 16:54:54
well it looks like it september the 24 is the chosen date anyway??? :y
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: the alarming man on 12 September 2011, 16:59:51
or october 15 th ??? :y
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: Mrs Cakey on 12 September 2011, 16:59:54
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well it looks like it september the 24 is the chosen date anyway??? :y

Or October 15th ;) I'll get on to the place and check which date is more convenient for them :y
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: johnnycboy on 13 September 2011, 19:52:23
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well it looks like it september the 24 is the chosen date anyway??? :y

Or October 15th ;) I'll get on to the place and check which date is more convenient for them :y

Prefably for me -  but I am only one out of many who voted ::)

Can't see either date being a problem at said venue tbh :-/

Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: s7eve v6 24v on 13 September 2011, 21:20:34
up for either date,be my first mig meet :y
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: Big_Al on 13 September 2011, 21:46:12
Sept 24th is only 10 days away :-? :-? Is that enough time ? :-/ :-/

October 15th sounds better to me , 

 But I would say that as I did not vote for Sept 24th as can't make it owing to SWMBO's university Prom night. :'( :'( :'( :'( :'(

Also October would give Mrs Cakey more time for baking some specialities for the Oofers, one thinks ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D

Oh yes also SWMBO & me it's our wedding anniversary weekend  -

 29 years on the 25th :-[ :-[ :-[   ( thats 2 life sentances + an extra year)     :( :( :(

So no chance at all of me buggering about with motors that weekend :'( :'( :'(

Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: Kevin Wood on 13 September 2011, 22:59:44
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Sept 24th is only 10 days away :-? :-? Is that enough time ? :-/ :-/

October 15th sounds better to me , 

 But I would say that as I did not vote for Sept 24th as can't make it owing to SWMBO's university Prom night. :'( :'( :'( :'( :'(

Also October would give Mrs Cakey more time for baking some specialities for the Oofers, one thinks ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D

Oh yes also SWMBO & MY wedding anniversary weekend  -

 29 years on the 25th :-[ :-[ :-[   ( thats 2 life sentances + an extra year)     :( :( :(

So no chance at all of me buggering about with motors that weekend :'( :'( :'(


Yep.. Me too. 5 years on the 23rd. ;D

EDIT: Then again, a slap-up meal and a swish hotel room in er.. Colchester? "Oh, look, dear! lots of Omegas. Let's go and say hello" :-/
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: Big_Al on 13 September 2011, 23:08:42
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Sept 24th is only 10 days away :-? :-? Is that enough time ? :-/ :-/

October 15th sounds better to me , 

 But I would say that as I did not vote for Sept 24th as can't make it owing to SWMBO's university Prom night. :'( :'( :'( :'( :'(

Also October would give Mrs Cakey more time for baking some specialities for the Oofers, one thinks ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D

Oh yes also SWMBO & MY wedding anniversary weekend  -

 29 years on the 25th :-[ :-[ :-[   ( thats 2 life sentances + an extra year)     :( :( :(

So no chance at all of me buggering about with motors that weekend :'( :'( :'(


Yep.. Me too. 5 years on the 23rd. ;D

EDIT: Then again, a slap-up meal and a swish hotel room in er.. Colchester? "Oh, look, dear! lots of Omegas. Let's go and say hello" :-/


Even the promise of that won't work for me Kevin -  Swmbo 's just completed her B Sc. nursing degree  & nothing will stop her from enjoying the uni prom night with her associate post grads :'( :'( :'(
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: johnnycboy on 16 September 2011, 20:32:05
Now Lazytinkers been banned  :D what date are we going to chose?

I suggest the other date of the 15th October?

Who's with me
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: albitz on 16 September 2011, 20:36:43
That,ll do me fine John. :y.............although work might be a problem, but it almost always is. ::)
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: twiglet on 17 September 2011, 12:47:29
If at all possible, I'd prefer October 15th.

It will give me a chance to get my feet back on the ground, and you will all get to meet my new daughter Darcy!  :) 8-) :y
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: F1 9LFG on 17 September 2011, 18:53:23
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If at all possible, I'd prefer October 15th.

It will give me a chance to get my feet back on the ground, and you will all get to meet my new daughter Darcy!  :) 8-) :y

15th is good for me ;)
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: albitz on 17 September 2011, 19:53:00
Well, its in joint 1st place with next week, and it isnt going to get organised for next week, so imo might as well confirm Oct.15th subject to no objections from venue. :y
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: robbo2345 on 17 September 2011, 20:17:18
15th is good for me  :y :y ;)
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: Reality on 17 September 2011, 21:08:23
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Sept 24th is only 10 days away :-? :-? Is that enough time ? :-/ :-/

October 15th sounds better to me , 

 But I would say that as I did not vote for Sept 24th as can't make it owing to SWMBO's university Prom night. :'( :'( :'( :'( :'(

Also October would give Mrs Cakey more time for baking some specialities for the Oofers, one thinks ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D

Oh yes also SWMBO & MY wedding anniversary weekend  -

 29 years on the 25th :-[ :-[ :-[   ( thats 2 life sentances + an extra year)     :( :( :(

So no chance at all of me buggering about with motors that weekend :'( :'( :'(


Yep.. Me too. 5 years on the 23rd. ;D

After todays Kent meet, (my 1st  :y) Oct 15 would be great. As I will turn 50 on Sept 24 I know the missus has arranged something for me.
It will be great to meet more members, plus I will bring along some RP (Rum Punch) ;) ;)
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: Big_Al on 18 September 2011, 13:50:02
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Now Lazytinkers been banned  :D what date are we going to chose?

I suggest the other date of the 15th October?

Who's with me[
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15th October is good for me  JCB  -  just needs confirming & a start time i would think :y :y :y
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: J.S.B. on 18 September 2011, 13:57:38
15th is good for me too :y
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: twiglet on 19 September 2011, 00:23:03
I think we should definately say the 15th October then, and suggest a start time of 12 noon.  :y

Anyone know if it's been cleared with the pub yet?  :-/
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: albitz on 19 September 2011, 00:55:41
I think Mrs Cakey was going to check.Havent heard anything back yet. :-/
I finish work at 7.30am that morning and back again at 7.30 that night, so its doubtful for me tbh.Might be able to pay a flying visit at best. :-/
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: johnnycboy on 19 September 2011, 16:43:03
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I think Mrs Cakey was going to check.Havent heard anything back yet. :-/
I finish work at 7.30am that morning and back again at 7.30 that night, so its doubtful for me tbh.Might be able to pay a flying visit at best. :-/

It's all in hand I am going to check very soon, can't see it being a problem if last time was anything to go by. :-/

Quick update, I have spoken to venue - prelimanarily booked for 15th October from 12 o'clock onwards.  If they cannot accomodate us they will contact me asap.  So all you OOFer's keep an eye on this thread just in case it don't happen :-/.  Fingers crossed :y.
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: Big_Al on 19 September 2011, 16:58:00
nice one Johnny --- 15th it is then   :y :y :y
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: johnnycboy on 19 September 2011, 17:00:22
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I think Mrs Cakey was going to check.Havent heard anything back yet. :-/
I finish work at 7.30am that morning and back again at 7.30 that night, so its doubtful for me tbh.Might be able to pay a flying visit at best. :-/

It's all in hand I am going to check very soon, can't see it being a problem if last time was anything to go by. :-/

Quick update, I have spoken to venue - prelimanarily booked for 15th October from 12 o'clock onwards.  If they cannot accomodate us they will contact me asap.  So all you OOFer's keep an eye on this thread just in case it don't happen :-/.  Fingers crossed :y.

Even quicker update, Venue has informed me they cannot accomodate us on this date or any weekend for that matter :( I'm not sure if its under new management :-/

We can just take a chance and turn up but I prefably do not wish to do this :-/

If anybody has any other suggestions you best speak now :question

Otherwise this meet is not going to happen.
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: Big_Al on 19 September 2011, 17:14:26
Crikey - what is up with these people >:( >:( >:(

You would think that what with the country in recession as it is  - any business would be grateful for a decent bit of trade at that time of the day.

Similar response to the one from the management at the shoulder of mutton then John.

We need a plan B   then  ::) ::) ::) ::) could always ask them again I suppose (The Shoulder of mutton I mean)  may get a different attitude with it being a Saturday- :-/ :-/ :-/ :-/

Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: Lazydocker on 19 September 2011, 17:16:30
I'm guessing that it's the fact it's not as likely to be a nice day so we're wanting to get inside :-/ :-/

I know that we could meet at a pub in Woodbridge ( ::) ) but the car park is a no-no so it'd be a case of every man for himself trying to use public car park (Pay and Display) or on street parking ::)

I suppose that one of the seaside towns might be an option (parking wise) but may be cold
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: albitz on 19 September 2011, 17:20:19
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I'm guessing that it's the fact it's not as likely to be a nice day so we're wanting to get inside :-/ :-/

I know that we could meet at a pub in Woodbridge ( ::) ) but the car park is a no-no so it'd be a case of every man for himself trying to use public car park (Pay and Display) or on street parking ::)

I suppose that one of the seaside towns might be an option (parking wise) but may be cold

Whereabouts in Essex is that ? :-/ :D ;D
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: johnnycboy on 19 September 2011, 17:29:40
I have been in contact with the Balkerne Gate (Table Table) top of ipswich road on junction of A120 & A12 they can accomodate us but I need a definitive number to give so they can warrant cornering off a section and also to allow them to prepare for meals etc.. 

Unless someone has a better solution it would be appreciated if you could let me know asap, so I can arrange with the Venue.

They also operate a pay and display carpark (£1) refundable upon using their services.

I await the confirmation list

Which is

Johnnycboy, Mrs JCB & Dustbin lids x 2
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: johnnycboy on 19 September 2011, 17:30:35
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I'm guessing that it's the fact it's not as likely to be a nice day so we're wanting to get inside :-/ :-/

I know that we could meet at a pub in Woodbridge ( ::) ) but the car park is a no-no so it'd be a case of every man for himself trying to use public car park (Pay and Display) or on street parking ::)

I suppose that one of the seaside towns might be an option (parking wise) but may be cold

Who let you back in the house :D :D :D :D :D :D :D
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: johnnycboy on 19 September 2011, 17:32:16
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Crikey - what is up with these people >:( >:( >:(

You would think that what with the country in recession as it is  - any business would be grateful for a decent bit of trade at that time of the day.

Similar response to the one from the management at the shoulder of mutton then John.

We need a plan B   then  ::) ::) ::) ::) could always ask them again I suppose (The Shoulder of mutton I mean)  may get a different attitude with it being a Saturday- :-/ :-/ :-/ :-/


Wouldn't Piss on him if he was on fire >:( >:(
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: Big_Al on 19 September 2011, 17:41:59
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Crikey - what is up with these people >:( >:( >:(

You would think that what with the country in recession as it is  - any business would be grateful for a decent bit of trade at that time of the day.

Similar response to the one from the management at the shoulder of mutton then John.

We need a plan B   then  ::) ::) ::) ::) could always ask them again I suppose (The Shoulder of mutton I mean)  may get a different attitude with it being a Saturday- :-/ :-/ :-/ :-/


Wouldn't Piss on him if he was on fire >:( >:(


Ha HA . . .Me neither Johnnie boy !    Lets just cancel that suggestion eh ?

But your new one sounds good  -- Add me & SWMBO to the list
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: johnnycboy on 19 September 2011, 17:43:55
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Bump

Just to get back on topic.

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I have been in contact with the Balkerne Gate (Table Table) top of ipswich road on junction of A120 & A12 they can accomodate us but I need a definitive number to give so they can warrant cornering off a section and also to allow them to prepare for meals etc.. 

Unless someone has a better solution it would be appreciated if you could let me know asap, so I can arrange with the Venue.

They also operate a pay and display carpark (£1) refundable upon using their services.

I await the confirmation list

Which is

Johnnycboy, Mrs JCB & Dustbin lids x 2
Essex Big Al & SWMBO
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: twiglet on 19 September 2011, 21:12:52
Johnnycboy, Mrs JCB & Dustbin lids x 2
Essex Big Al & SWMBO
Twiglet & SWMBO (plus Miss Twiggy, but she won't be eating much!)
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: Kevin Wood on 20 September 2011, 19:51:38
I will try to come along, but may be tied up on a living room decorating project. ::)
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: johnnycboy on 20 September 2011, 20:33:46
Venue now returning to original place the Crown.
Same date 15th October from midday onwards ;)

Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: duggs on 20 September 2011, 21:08:21
Absolutely John.

All sorted, Tracy has been informed and we're "booked in".

Sorry to have intervened BUT I don't take rejection very well...just ask my past girlfriends/wife !

Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: twiglet on 20 September 2011, 22:20:25
What happened there then?  :-/
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: duggs on 21 September 2011, 00:03:57
Error in decision at the Crown in a nutshell...Explanation in other post...
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: Lazydocker on 05 October 2011, 09:06:06
To bring this thread into a nice tidy position. The meet is Saturday October 15th at The Crown, Ardleigh. This is a nice pub and just off the A12 at Colchester so readily accessible :y The food there was fantastic earlier in the year and I can personally recommend the Burger as I was busy stuffing it down my neck ;D ;D Only request is that we stagger our food orders (like last time) and don't flood the kitchen with 20 orders at once ::) Plus a little patience and understanding that we may have to wait a little longer than normal for food if they are busy :y

 It would be good to know roughly how many are attending so Duggs can speak with the manager (we don't want them to reserve us an area suitable for 30+ if only 6 people show up, or vice versa! ::)) So please can you add your details below :y (I have taken the liberty of copying the previously started list)

Johnnycboy, Mrs JCB & Dustbin lids x 2
Essex Big Al & SWMBO
Twiglet & SWMBO (plus Miss Twiggy, but she won't be eating much!)
LD & Cakey (We're still not 100% confirmed but should be OK to attend :y)
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: albitz on 05 October 2011, 09:51:29
Im working until 730am that morning and back at work 730pm that night, so am unlikely.A quick flying visit to say hello is possible depending on what else is also happening.
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: J.S.B. on 09 October 2011, 17:24:57
Hi guys  :D

I'll be able to pop along too  :y

See you on Saturday, weather says sunny atm 8)
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: duggs on 09 October 2011, 18:56:23
Johnnycboy, Mrs JCB & Dustbin lids x 2
Essex Big Al & SWMBO
Twiglet & SWMBO (plus Miss Twiggy, but she won't be eating much!)
LD & Cakey (We're still not 100% confirmed but should be OK to attend
Duggs
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: Lazydocker on 09 October 2011, 19:33:48
Johnnycboy, Mrs JCB & Dustbin lids x 2
Essex Big Al & SWMBO
Twiglet & SWMBO (plus Miss Twiggy, but she won't be eating much!)
LD & Cakey (We're still not 100% confirmed but should be OK to attend
Duggs
J.S.B.
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: Kevin Wood on 09 October 2011, 23:38:32
As feared, this meet has ended up landing somewhere between the old furniture and carpet going, and the new furniture and carpet arriving, so I suspect I'll be busy with my paint roller. :'(
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: Lazydocker on 10 October 2011, 04:47:45
As feared, this meet has ended up landing somewhere between the old furniture and carpet going, and the new furniture and carpet arriving, so I suspect I'll be busy with my paint roller. :'(
That's a shame Kev... Would have been good to see you :y

Perhaps you'll need to pop out for a new roller or something :-X ::) ;D
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: Beconboy on 10 October 2011, 19:22:03
count me in please :y
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: Big_Al on 10 October 2011, 21:41:29
Sorry guys,   working on the job from hell at the moment .  Already a couple of days behind schdule, :'( :'( 

The lady wants her new bathroom ASAP

so looks like I'll now have to miss this meet >:( >:( >:( >:( >:(     be a "miracle" if I get this one finished by Friday .  .     sorry  :( :( :( :(

Wanted to show off my newly "repaired" CID as well ;) ;) ;)
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: Lazydocker on 10 October 2011, 21:42:36
Johnnycboy, Mrs JCB & Dustbin lids x 2
Essex Big Al & SWMBO
Twiglet & SWMBO (plus Miss Twiggy, but she won't be eating much!)
LD & Cakey (We're still not 100% confirmed but should be OK to attend
Duggs
J.S.B.
Beaconboy
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: Big_Al on 10 October 2011, 21:53:40
Johnnycboy, Mrs JCB & Dustbin lids x 2
[s]Essex Big Al & SWMBO[/s]
Twiglet & SWMBO (plus Miss Twiggy, but she won't be eating much!)
LD & Cakey (We're still not 100% confirmed but should be OK to attend
Duggs
J.S.B.
Beaconboy


Thanks for the  list edit LD . .  :y  I'm   in the dog house with Swmbo now . . she was looking forward to going  :o :o :o :o :o :o
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: Lazydocker on 10 October 2011, 22:39:23
Johnnycboy, Mrs JCB & Dustbin lids x 2
[s]Essex Big Al & SWMBO[/s]
Twiglet & SWMBO (plus Miss Twiggy, but she won't be eating much!)
LD & Cakey (We're still not 100% confirmed but should be OK to attend
Duggs
J.S.B.
Beaconboy


Thanks for the  list edit LD . .  :y  I'm   in the dog house with Swmbo now . . she was looking forward to going  :o :o :o :o :o :o
It's a real shame :'( :'( Perhaps the situation will improve by then and you can still turn up :y :y Just trying to keep the list as accurate as possible so we have an idea of numbers ;)
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: Lazydocker on 10 October 2011, 22:39:51
Johnnycboy, Mrs JCB & Dustbin lids x 2
Essex Big Al & SWMBO
Twiglet & SWMBO (plus Miss Twiggy, but she won't be eating much!)
LD & Cakey (We're still not 100% confirmed but should be OK to attend
Duggs
J.S.B.
Beaconboy
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: bob.dent on 11 October 2011, 10:19:10
Unfortunately I'm going to have to miss this one as my son Tim has his first weekend's leave from the RAF this weekend. Have a good time guys and hope to catch up soon. :y
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: Lazydocker on 11 October 2011, 11:28:20
Unfortunately I'm going to have to miss this one as my son Tim has his first weekend's leave from the RAF this weekend. Have a good time guys and hope to catch up soon. :y
Give Tim our best :y :y

Or bring him along ::) ::)
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: bob.dent on 11 October 2011, 12:21:14
Unfortunately I'm going to have to miss this one as my son Tim has his first weekend's leave from the RAF this weekend. Have a good time guys and hope to catch up soon. :y
Give Tim our best :y :y

Or bring him along ::) ::)

Cheers Paul. :y

I can always ask him if he fancy's coming along for the day but I suspect he'll probably want to catch up with friends and family and sink a few pints (he's not been allowed to touch alcohol for his first few weeks!)
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: Lazydocker on 12 October 2011, 20:46:43
This is looking like a quiet meet :-\ :-\

Hopefully there'll be a "last minute rush" and a few more will come along in the next couple of days
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: johnnycboy on 12 October 2011, 21:14:18
Unfortunately I'm going to have to miss this one as my son Tim has his first weekend's leave from the RAF this weekend. Have a good time guys and hope to catch up soon. :y
Give Tim our best :y :y

Or bring him along ::) ::)
[/quote

Seconded - send young Tim our best as well  :y
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: Rog on 12 October 2011, 21:40:31
To bring this thread into a nice tidy position. The meet is Saturday October 15th at The Crown, Ardleigh. This is a nice pub and just off the A12 at Colchester so readily accessible :y

What sort of time is all this ? I'm guesssing 12.00- 13.00 ish judging by food comments. I'm in North London, 'bout an hour or so away, I can't commit but just thinking be nice nice to pop along if I can sway the Mrs, AND if I don't go back to bed after watching Wales V France early !
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: Lazydocker on 12 October 2011, 21:44:07
To bring this thread into a nice tidy position. The meet is Saturday October 15th at The Crown, Ardleigh. This is a nice pub and just off the A12 at Colchester so readily accessible :y

What sort of time is all this ? I'm guesssing 12.00- 13.00 ish judging by food comments. I'm in North London, 'bout an hour or so away, I can't commit but just thinking be nice nice to pop along if I can sway the Mrs, AND if I don't go back to bed after watching Wales V France early !
The last Essex meet (back in March/April time) we started arriving around 11:45 and I think I left at around 10pm :o :o Was a very nice day (weather wise) and we just chatted all day :y :y

Doubt I'll be there for the long haul this time but probably get there around 12 ish again and leave when we feel like it :y
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: Rog on 12 October 2011, 21:54:15

[/quote]
The last Essex meet (back in March/April time) we started arriving around 11:45 and I think I left at around 10pm :o :o Was a very nice day (weather wise) and we just chatted all day :y :y

Doubt I'll be there for the long haul this time but probably get there around 12 ish again and leave when we feel like it :y
[/quote]

Ok, Thanks. Probably be a last minute decision. I'm an old fart with Omega on link below

http://www.omegaowners.com/forum/index.php?topic=45638.0

Cheers

Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: P6UL K on 14 October 2011, 16:48:09
Is there anyone going from south-east London/Kent area that could maybe collect some parts from Twiglet for me?

I live 5min from the Dartford crossing but the Omega is in the hands of the electrician, otherwise i'd prob be there also  ::)
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: Lazydocker on 14 October 2011, 16:50:38
So... Looks like it will be a small selection of attendees tomorrow then ;D

Anyway, it looks like we won't be able to get a Tech 2 holder along to this one (although I may be wrong ::)) so I'll bring a code reader with me just in case
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: P6UL K on 14 October 2011, 16:57:16
Is there anyone going from south-east London/Kent area that could maybe collect some parts from Twiglet for me?

I live 5min from the Dartford crossing but the Omega is in the hands of the electrician, otherwise i'd prob be there also  ::)

Scrub this, Twiggy is going to post the bits now  :y
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: johnnycboy on 14 October 2011, 20:21:22
So... Looks like it will be a small selection of attendees tomorrow then ;D

Anyway, it looks like we won't be able to get a Tech 2 holder along to this one (although I may be wrong ::)) so I'll bring a code reader with me just in case

Bring your lpg lead as well young man ::)
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: Lazydocker on 14 October 2011, 20:28:28
So... Looks like it will be a small selection of attendees tomorrow then ;D

Anyway, it looks like we won't be able to get a Tech 2 holder along to this one (although I may be wrong ::)) so I'll bring a code reader with me just in case

Bring your lpg lead as well young man ::)
Will do ::) Actually... Yours could probably do with a re-tune/check over :y
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: johnnycboy on 14 October 2011, 20:55:34
So... Looks like it will be a small selection of attendees tomorrow then ;D

Anyway, it looks like we won't be able to get a Tech 2 holder along to this one (although I may be wrong ::)) so I'll bring a code reader with me just in case

Bring your lpg lead as well young man ::)
Will do ::) Actually... Yours could probably do with a re-tune/check over :y

 8)
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: twiglet on 14 October 2011, 22:28:08
So... Looks like it will be a small selection of attendees tomorrow then ;D

Anyway, it looks like we won't be able to get a Tech 2 holder along to this one (although I may be wrong ::)) so I'll bring a code reader with me just in case

If I bring my laptop and reader, any chance you could install that software for me please Paul?  :)
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: Lazydocker on 15 October 2011, 09:32:16
So... Looks like it will be a small selection of attendees tomorrow then ;D

Anyway, it looks like we won't be able to get a Tech 2 holder along to this one (although I may be wrong ::)) so I'll bring a code reader with me just in case

If I bring my laptop and reader, any chance you could install that software for me please Paul?  :)
Probably not because it may need internet connection, but I can certainly have a look ;)
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: twiglet on 15 October 2011, 10:27:07
Ah ok, don't worry then mate. We'll sort it out another time instead.  :)

Well it looks like we picked a great day for it! See you all there!!  :y
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: Lazydocker on 15 October 2011, 10:51:52
Bring it along just in case ;) ;)

You'll certainly be able to see it in action though, which may well be enough
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: johnnycboy on 15 October 2011, 10:54:04
Ah ok, don't worry then mate. We'll sort it out another time instead.  :)

Well it looks like we picked a great day for it! See you all there!!  :y

Im normally lucky with the weather. See you all soon. :y
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: Lazydocker on 15 October 2011, 11:31:37
Ah ok, don't worry then mate. We'll sort it out another time instead.  :)

Well it looks like we picked a great day for it! See you all there!!  :y

Im normally lucky with the weather. See you all soon. :y
You are indeed ;D ;D

We'll be on the way in about 15 minutes :y :y Although I may well make a detour on the way to pick something up
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: duggs on 15 October 2011, 18:44:16
SOOOOOOO sorry I had to leave early today everyone. Was up for a great couple of hours of conversation and really wanted them Apple fritter things....next time I guess.

Hey !   Got to the airfield with materials for my fitter to complete and my client said...."have you got 30 mins"....ermmmmmm yes said I.  "Ok" he said, "go grab a headset from the office and take a seat"...  15 mins later I was flying over Felixstowe Docks and my house. Texted the wife and she went out and waved....NOT that I could tell from 1500ft.

I'm still shaking, 2 hours on !
Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: johnnycboy on 16 October 2011, 16:14:27
SOOOOOOO sorry I had to leave early today everyone. Was up for a great couple of hours of conversation and really wanted them Apple fritter things....next time I guess.

Hey !   Got to the airfield with materials for my fitter to complete and my client said...."have you got 30 mins"....ermmmmmm yes said I.  "Ok" he said, "go grab a headset from the office and take a seat"...  15 mins later I was flying over Felixstowe Docks and my house. Texted the wife and she went out and waved....NOT that I could tell from 1500ft.

I'm still shaking, 2 hours on !

Thats a great bonus Duggs.  Apple fritters were quite nice, but a trip up in the air sounds better to me. :y

It was good to see you again, and perhaps next time you can stay for desert ;D

And thanks to everyone who turned up and made it a great afternoon.  There maybe even some photo's  :o

Title: Re: Time for another meet in Essex?
Post by: twiglet on 16 October 2011, 19:57:22
As if by magic, I can supply a few pics...  :y

Sorry I've not posted them before, but I haven't stopped today, it's been manic!!!

So here we go, only five miggy's in the pics because Duggs had to shoot off before I had chance to get the camera out...

(http://i770.photobucket.com/albums/xx344/qjz10nyu/Essex%20meet%20151011/DSCF1179.jpg)

(http://i770.photobucket.com/albums/xx344/qjz10nyu/Essex%20meet%20151011/DSCF1180.jpg)

(http://i770.photobucket.com/albums/xx344/qjz10nyu/Essex%20meet%20151011/DSCF1181.jpg)

(http://i770.photobucket.com/albums/xx344/qjz10nyu/Essex%20meet%20151011/DSCF1182.jpg)

(http://i770.photobucket.com/albums/xx344/qjz10nyu/Essex%20meet%20151011/DSCF1183.jpg)

(http://i770.photobucket.com/albums/xx344/qjz10nyu/Essex%20meet%20151011/DSCF1184.jpg)

(http://i770.photobucket.com/albums/xx344/qjz10nyu/Essex%20meet%20151011/DSCF1185.jpg)

(http://i770.photobucket.com/albums/xx344/qjz10nyu/Essex%20meet%20151011/DSCF1186.jpg)

It was great to see everyone again, and I very much look forward to seeing you all again soon!  :)