Knockholt, Kent (festival)

Subject: RE: Knockholt, Kent (festival)
From: Dave Bryant
Date: 26 Jun 03 - 08:16 AM

Although it's not strictly connected with Knockholt, many of the people there came to our last barbecue.

Therefore Linda and I would like to announce that the provisional date for the next one will be Sunday, 14th October (2pm onwards as usual).

Sorry that it's so late in the season, (and apologies to anyone going to Bromyard) but we'll be at Walton-on-the-Naze festival the previous week.

I'll start a new thread nearer the date.

Subject: RE: Knockholt, Kent (festival)
From: GUEST,Soo the Gloo
Date: 25 Jun 03 - 07:18 PM

What a wonderful time you guys in England seem to have.

Subject: RE: Knockholt, Kent (festival)
From: GUEST,mexican
Date: 25 Jun 03 - 11:36 AM

See Knockholt 2003

Subject: RE: Knockholt, Kent (festival)
From: Dave Bryant
Date: 25 Jun 03 - 06:42 AM

Streaky always has to forget something - it was his guitar stand at our charity ceilidh. Perhaps he get's distracted by Val's "assets" - I do sometimes.

Subject: RE: Knockholt, Kent (festival)
From: Dipsodeb
Date: 25 Jun 03 - 06:01 AM

That's the ones I found, they're on their way to you now Pete I posted them this morning.
Debs :)

Subject: RE: Knockholt, Kent (festival)
From: Richard Bridge
Date: 24 Jun 03 - 07:14 PM

The items lost by Pete Hicks in a box are a set of pitch pipes and his flatpicks.

If anyone has them please PM me or post here.

Subject: RE: Knockholt, Kent (festival)
From: cockney
Date: 24 Jun 03 - 06:51 PM

We're all waiting for Keith Ferris' Knockholt Song - which at this very moment he is working on.

Subject: RE: Knockholt, Kent (festival)
From: GUEST,woodsie
Date: 24 Jun 03 - 11:30 AM

Nice song Sue, love the line " ... and Dave Kenningham sloped off to bed"

Subject: RE: Knockholt, Kent (festival)
From: Richard Bridge
Date: 24 Jun 03 - 07:53 AM

I think Pete Hicks has lost some things like that - perhaps not a capo. His were allegedly (at one stage) in a box. I found some of his picks Sunday on a log but some are still missing,.

Can you describe and I'll check, he only lives the next village over.

Subject: RE: Knockholt, Kent (festival)
From: Dave Bryant
Date: 24 Jun 03 - 07:41 AM

Perhaps we could get Jim to run a "Throwing oneself on the fire" workshop next year. It really demonstrated the tremendous power of Booze over Matter. Perhaps we should invite some politicians like Kim Howells to it ..........

Subject: RE: Knockholt, Kent (festival)
From: Dipsodeb
Date: 24 Jun 03 - 06:16 AM

Oh Sue, great bit of prose.. I really enjoyed it.
Debs

Subject: RE: Knockholt, Kent (festival)
From: GUEST,Harold
Date: 23 Jun 03 - 09:06 PM

Sounds like a good crack this'un, when's it 'apnin' again?

Subject: RE: Knockholt, Kent (festival)
From: cockney
Date: 23 Jun 03 - 08:37 PM

Love the line " ...and dave K sloped off to bed"

Sue & Mick you are stars.

Subject: RE: Knockholt, Kent (festival)
From: GUEST,sue forde
Date: 23 Jun 03 - 07:46 PM

Arriving late on Wednesday night
we saw the logs were burning bright
amidst the flickering firelight yellow
we found the gang relaxed and mellow.

Woodsie and Graham the fire did stoke
as Debs and Pat chilled in the smoke
the music filled our hearts and head
and Davie K. sloped off to bed.

Thursday brought friends old and new
Grant and Nat with bairns too
that night our singing rose the dead
and Davie K. sloped off to bed.

Friday night with Sheilagh singing
both our voices shrill and ringing
Jim said "God that noise is dire"
then flung himself upon the fire.

Saturday lazing in the shade
sipping beer and lemonade
we might almost be in Devon
kids and dogs in seventh heaven.

A viking playing double bass
with flaxon hair and fair a'face
Dave Silk of his nuts a'sharing
what a handsome suit he's wearing.

Richards camera captures all
he wants us for a photo call
around the fire and all together
basking in the glorious weather

The marquees up the punch is ready
Daves Knockholt knockout's strong and heady
Pat and Debs have done us proud
Joe Bazouki's singing loud.

The party is going with a swing
and Davie K. begins to sing
in south Australia I was born
who'll be up to greet the dawn?

Auntie Olive at seventy nine
takes a puff and feels so fine
swigs Jack Daniels from the bottle
it bucks her up and rev's her throttle.

Mick is snoring to the beat
of Dead Horses Misses flying feet
Tequila slammers, punch and wine
I've lost the plot but feeling fine.

I try to sing but lose the knack
I guess it's time to hit the sack
so grab the dog and fall asleep
and dream of vikings, nuts and sheep.

Hope you all enjoyed yourself as much as we did and thanks to everyone who took home a bag of rubbish. The farmer was very pleased that we had a great time and the sheep expressed their relief that no revellers were wearing wellingtons.
see you soon
Sue and Mick.

Subject: RE: Knockholt, Kent (festival)
From: Dipsodeb
Date: 23 Jun 03 - 07:44 PM

Forgot to say, yesterday when I was packing up the bar I found a tuner, capo and some picks. If anyone is missing them please PM me with some details and I will get them back to you somehow. I'm missing a dunlop trigger capo, if anyone has found it PM me.
Debs

Subject: RE: Knockholt, Kent (festival)
From: GUEST,GUEST*confused*
Date: 23 Jun 03 - 07:38 PM

Yeah that was me!!
I just got back.
Why didn't you "no good son ofa folkys" wake me up. I woke up at 2pm this afternoon with the sun baking down on me head, thought I was back in the Foreign Legion in the Sahara. I poked me head out and was half licked to death by a very large Llama....... shit that was some punch I ain't never gonna trust another women, who tells me it's just juicy ;>)
BTW who's got my green pants!!?

Subject: RE: Knockholt, Kent (festival)
From: GUEST,Sheep - lover
Date: 23 Jun 03 - 07:00 PM

I have just heard there is one tent still camped on the field - could someone PLEASE go and tell them the weekend is over.
See you all all soon

Subject: RE: Knockholt, Kent (festival)
From: Dead Horse
Date: 23 Jun 03 - 02:02 PM

Her Indoors was tickled pink to hear you all liked her hoofing.
I taught her everything I know. (Then she went and got taught proper)
Thanks to all concerned, and I will get to the FolkMob one day soon,
I am a member, honest!!!!
The highlight of the weekend for us was the "fire-walking act".
Some unkind soul was, however, heard to remark "Throw another Woodsie on the fire" as the embers were settling.......

Subject: RE: Knockholt, Kent (festival)
From: Richard Bridge
Date: 23 Jun 03 - 12:27 PM

Hey Dave

Should I ask why you don't think anything could embarrass Val?!!

Subject: RE: Knockholt, Kent (festival)
From: Richard Bridge
Date: 23 Jun 03 - 12:22 PM

Touche

Subject: RE: Knockholt, Kent (festival)
From: GUEST,Argonaut
Date: 23 Jun 03 - 12:11 PM

Here's the link Ideas pic are a bit small - but these are sneak previews I suppose

Subject: RE: Knockholt, Kent (festival)
From: fair maiden of nottingham
Date: 23 Jun 03 - 10:40 AM

hi evry one who was at knockholt...my site 'ideasthatsell.co.uk has the pics up there.

Subject: RE: Knockholt, Kent (festival)
From: Dave Bryant
Date: 23 Jun 03 - 10:29 AM

BTW - Richard Bridge keeps trying to find out who the girl was who seemed to take a shine to Royston at our BBQ - who was the lady who was paying so much attention to Richard on Saturday that it actually embarassed Val Hicks so much that she had to move (and pinch my chair) ? I must admit that I didn't think anything could embarass Val.

Subject: RE: Knockholt, Kent (festival)
From: fair maiden of nottingham
Date: 23 Jun 03 - 04:52 AM

another excellant knockholt camp, our tenth aniversary went down well.
i took more pics that i thought so going to take me a little time to work then.

Subject: RE: Knockholt, Kent (festival)
From: Dave Bryant
Date: 23 Jun 03 - 04:39 AM

I tried to post this from the site yesterday morning, but there seemed to be a problem on Mudcat.

Saturday night was wonderful - great atmosphere - enhanced by Dipsodeb's lethal punch and the "Knockholt Knockout" (which turned out quite well I think).

The wonderful thing about Knockholt is that it's such a laid back weekend - you can do what you like when you like (well almost - one of the sheep was not very co-operative).

Thanks to Mick, Sue, Pat, Dipsodeb and all those who helped to make it so much fun.

PS I left Rock Chick out of my list of 'catters and there was also another one (in the trailer tent) whose name I can't remember - (please post and insert your name in the Knockholt Mudcat roll of honour).

Subject: RE: Knockholt, Kent (festival)
From: GUEST,gingergeezer
Date: 23 Jun 03 - 04:14 AM

When's the next one?

Subject: RE: Knockholt, Kent (festival)
From: mexican
Date: 23 Jun 03 - 03:30 AM

And a big thanks to DK (without the sausages!)

Subject: RE: Knockholt, Kent (festival)
From: GUEST,Dave K
Date: 22 Jun 03 - 07:47 PM

It was great to meet a host of old and new friends over the last five days. The weather, atmosphere and musical fun was marvelous. Thanks to the Mudcat's, Dave Silk, Joe Bazouki and all who participated and made this a a very special weekend.
In particular - thanks to Debs and Pat for organising the 10th anniversary bar. What a choice - tequila - Knockholt Knockout, balloons, muffins and the mystery punch!.
The sheep, horses and llamas (I am sure I spotted some)want to come back next year.
Did'nt I say it was going to be a really hot weekend!.
Loads of photo's were taken and will be appearing soon.

Subject: RE: Knockholt, Kent (festival)
From: mexican
Date: 22 Jun 03 - 06:48 PM

Who drank all the tequila?

I loved Joe Bazouki and the missing puds!

Subject: RE: Knockholt, Kent (festival)
From: cockney
Date: 22 Jun 03 - 06:42 PM

I'm knackered !! - we were there from Wednesday - Thanx to Dead Horse Ken & Kay for brilliant stuff (these guys are TALENTED)plus fiddler whose names I didn't get.

We were very lucky with the weather - although it was a bit chilly away from the fire at night!

134 people in all attended during the course of the event!

THANKS TO EVERYBODY INVOLVED

Subject: RE: Knockholt, Kent (festival)
From: Dipsodeb
Date: 22 Jun 03 - 05:59 PM

oooooopps, that U was supposed to be the mouth on my clowny face, it's a bit out of kilter, I know how it feels ;)

Subject: RE: Knockholt, Kent (festival)
From: Dipsodeb
Date: 22 Jun 03 - 05:55 PM

What a fantastic weekend. I think everyone enjoyed themselves, I would like to thank everyone who turned up and gave the whole festy a great atmosphere. I would pearticularly like to thank Dave Bryant for brewing us a barrel of the best brew around, and Kay for her faster than lightning dance steps...... I don't know how the hell she managed it after drinking the punch, but thanks anyway. Joe Bazouki and the Missing Puddings (what can I say!!) Joe never ceases to entertain, baked beans and trainers as prizes!!? what was that about ;)
I think the most bizzarre sight for me out of the whole weekend, and trust me there was several I could choose from, was Dave Silk standing in the middle of a field full of clover with viking hat and wig playing a Double Bass, it was surreal. ;)LOL I'd better stop now before I get to the juicy bits, and leave the telling to someone else.

Debs *0*
      u

Subject: RE: Knockholt, Kent (festival)
From: Richard Bridge
Date: 22 Jun 03 - 03:13 PM

Am I the first back on?

A very relaxing weekend.

Subject: RE: Knockholt, Kent (festival)
From: Dave Bryant
Date: 21 Jun 03 - 05:02 AM

Greetings to the rest of the world from your roving correspondent, Knockholt – Friday 9pm

It's a lovely evening here on the site – the camp fire is burning and there seems to be a big enough woodpile (the remains of a large dead tree) to keep it that way. A singaround is in progress and as soon as I've eaten, I'll be joining them.

'Catters here include Woodsie, Dave K, Dipsodeb, Richard Bridge, Aidan Crossley, Bassic, Dead Horse and of course Linda and myself.

Subject: RE: Knockholt, Kent (festival)
From: Dave Bryant
Date: 20 Jun 03 - 04:58 AM

I don't think so - you'll have to make do with the sheep like the rest of us.

Subject: RE: Knockholt, Kent (festival)
From: Dead Horse
Date: 19 Jun 03 - 12:34 PM

Who cares about the weather!
What I want to know is - will there be llamas???

Subject: RE: Knockholt, Kent (festival)
From: My guru always said
Date: 19 Jun 03 - 06:53 AM

Plans always subject to change (sigh) - sorry I won't be able to get along and meet you all, been tempted to Alcester (ah well, I'll try to enjoy it!!!)

I'll be keeping my fingers crossed for your weather & warm clear nights around the bonfire. Have a lovely weekend, catch you another time somewhere!
Hil

Subject: RE: Knockholt, Kent (festival)
From: Dave Bryant
Date: 19 Jun 03 - 04:34 AM

The forecast which I saw looks good for the weekend - hope to see you there Richard.

We left the caravan up there yesterday evening and there were quite a few folk around, including Woodsie, Dave K, and Dipsodeb.

I expect to be able to access Mudcat (PDA or Laptop + mobile phone) from Knockholt so will keep you posted.

Subject: RE: Knockholt, Kent (festival)
From: Richard Bridge
Date: 18 Jun 03 - 05:23 PM

Weather forecast?

Subject: RE: Knockholt, Kent (festival)
From: cockney
Date: 18 Jun 03 - 05:45 AM

Well folks I'm leaving for knockholt in ten minutes!
See all you mudcatters next Monday - I better be good after all this hype!

Subject: RE: Knockholt, Kent (festival)
From: Dave Bryant
Date: 18 Jun 03 - 04:21 AM

Should be getting the caravan there this evening, although it won't be properly tenanted until Friday.

When are you planning to set up the beer ? - it could do with at least 48 hours to settle - BEFORE you try it. It needs to be kept in the shade with a wet/damp towel over it. If you need to borrow a gazebo (from our herd) let me know. I can also let you have a gas cylinder so that you can put a blanket pressure on it between boozing sessions - I put a valve on the barrel for the purpose.

Subject: RE: Knockholt, Kent (festival)
From: melodeon king
Date: 17 Jun 03 - 06:52 PM

I'll be there about 1pm Wednesday!

Dave Silk & his Jazz ensemble will be there Friday - they promise to play FOLKY Stuff!!!

Subject: RE: Knockholt, Kent (festival)
From: GUEST,DaveK
Date: 17 Jun 03 - 06:21 PM

10 years at Knockholt this year what the heck if it rains a bit - there will be no need for Nigel's shower.
Looking forward to the tequila slammers under the stars on Saturday and the good company. I saw Joe Bazouki last week during his gig with the Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain and he confirmed he will be coming along Saturday at some time.
We intend to still enjoy ourselves as we have done in the past during less favourable weather conditions - A rare treat is that Grant Davis and family are coming along from Bath to help keep the fire going all weekend. John 'E' Phelps will also be performing with his new band. Plus with all the Mudcat friends we met at Dave's BQ and others it promises to be a great weekend. There is the field - the 3 loos, masses of firewood and the Tally- Ho - the rest is up to us.

Subject: RE: Knockholt, Kent (festival)
From: melodeon king
Date: 17 Jun 03 - 11:33 AM

Blimey - it's raining cats & dogs at the moment! - Thunder as well!

Subject: RE: Knockholt, Kent (festival)
From: cockney
Date: 17 Jun 03 - 09:15 AM

Don't let mexican within 100 yards of a bottle of tequila!

Remember last year ...

Subject: RE: Knockholt, Kent (festival)
From: Dipsodeb
Date: 17 Jun 03 - 06:48 AM

The FOLK MOB are celebrating their 10 yr anniversary and Saturday night will be party night!!! Tequila Slammers and dipso,s famous Raider Punch will be available for those brave souls.... The stars will be brighter when your on your back looking straight at em.. :)

Subject: RE: Knockholt, Kent (festival)
From: mexican
Date: 17 Jun 03 - 03:44 AM

Don't forget bring a chair!

Subject: RE: Knockholt, Kent (festival)
From: cockney
Date: 16 Jun 03 - 08:09 PM

Well it's only a couple of days now folks!

Hope the weather holds out - we'll be at the Tally Ho Wednesday lunch time for a good feed & a few jars to get in the mood!

Subject: RE: Knockholt, Kent (festival)
From: GUEST,dave kenningham
Date: 14 Jun 03 - 07:14 PM

It's not true about my sausages!

Subject: RE: Knockholt, Kent (festival)
From: GUEST,Indigo
Date: 11 Jun 03 - 06:38 PM

Will it be the same crowd that were at that groovy BBQ in SE London?