Possible Yorkshire Folk Gathering

Subject: RE: Possible Yorkshire Folk Gathering
From: Mrs.Duck
Date: 03 Feb 11 - 11:54 AM

But worth it, Hils! Going to have a chat to landlady on Friday to give her an idea of sort of numbers she can expect. I've had about 30 definites and a few maybes. May give some thought to idea of pie and peas on the Saturday night what do folk think?

Subject: RE: Possible Yorkshire Folk Gathering
From: Morticia
Date: 03 Feb 11 - 01:02 PM

pie and peas sound grand, lass ( practisin' tha knows)*G*

Subject: RE: Possible Yorkshire Folk Gathering
From: Noreen
Date: 03 Feb 11 - 03:08 PM

And red cabbage? :)

Subject: RE: Possible Yorkshire Folk Gathering
From: mouldy
Date: 04 Feb 11 - 02:39 AM

I'll let you know nearer the time, just in case I am in the middle of renovations. (This all depends on me being able to afford the work this year, builders being available, and pre-work conditions being met).

Should be able to drive to and fro from Eggborough, if I'm able to kip down at Nen's.

Andrea

Subject: RE: Possible Yorkshire Folk Gathering
From: Zany Mouse
Date: 04 Feb 11 - 08:12 AM

Oooo - haven't had a pea and pie supper for decades. Yes please, Jane, but not kidney please! Incidentally we have something else we HAVE to attend on Sunday lunchtime so we'll be leaving early.

Rhiannon and Mick

Subject: RE: Possible Yorkshire Folk Gathering
From: migginz
Date: 04 Feb 11 - 09:15 AM

ooh, I might be able to get there too

I've scribbled it into my diary

Subject: RE: Possible Yorkshire Folk Gathering
From: Mrs.Duck
Date: 04 Feb 11 - 11:41 AM

Another suggestion was a batch of chili, veg curry and rice but will no more when I've spoken to Caroline (landlady) tonight. Seem to be a good few coming and hopefully more when the news spreads. It is not an exclusive Mudcat weekend so please feel free to invite folky friends just keep me informed for numbers etc.

Subject: RE: Possible Yorkshire Folk Gathering
From: jacqui.c
Date: 08 Feb 11 - 10:51 AM

I'm just getting round to booking flights - can you confirm this is on for the weekend 13th May - I need to get dates confirmed before dealing with travel.

Subject: RE: Possible Yorkshire Folk Gathering
From: Mrs.Duck
Date: 08 Feb 11 - 04:38 PM

Yes Jacqui thats the right date.

Subject: RE: Possible Yorkshire Folk Gathering
From: jacqui.c
Date: 08 Feb 11 - 07:50 PM

Looks like we'll make it, at least for a day trip.

Subject: RE: Possible Yorkshire Folk Gathering
From: Mr Happy
Date: 09 Feb 11 - 08:56 AM

I'll be floating the date [Friday the 13th - Arrrrrrrgggggghhhhhhh!] past the social committee this evening to see if they'll let me come.

Will there be an al fresco minimalist open plan loo in the middle of the campsite like the one when I came your do before?

Subject: RE: Possible Yorkshire Folk Gathering
From: Mrs.Duck
Date: 09 Feb 11 - 12:45 PM

I don't think so Mr Happy. Toilets will be open until late and then early in the morning and there are bushes all round :)

Subject: RE: Possible Yorkshire Folk Gathering
From: Carol
Date: 09 Feb 11 - 02:13 PM

Bushes all around sounds like the start of a song!!

Subject: RE: Possible Yorkshire Folk Gathering
From: BanjoRay
Date: 09 Feb 11 - 05:43 PM

Any showers?

Subject: RE: Possible Yorkshire Folk Gathering
From: bradfordian
Date: 10 Feb 11 - 10:08 AM

Plenty of showers, I think it rains quite alot around Sharlston Common.
Especially in the rhubarb growing season.

Subject: RE: Possible Yorkshire Folk Gathering
From: Mrs.Duck
Date: 10 Feb 11 - 11:48 AM

As above no showers apart from the scattered variety.

Subject: RE: Possible Yorkshire Folk Gathering
From: BanjoRay
Date: 10 Feb 11 - 07:11 PM

Oh good - that makes it a proper Mudcat gathering!!

Ray

Subject: RE: Possible Yorkshire Folk Gathering
From: My guru always said
Date: 11 Feb 11 - 04:36 AM

Will there be chocolate?

Subject: RE: Possible Yorkshire Folk Gathering
From: Mrs.Duck
Date: 11 Feb 11 - 10:48 AM

Hils, only on days with a y in them!

Subject: RE: Possible Yorkshire Folk Gathering
From: My guru always said
Date: 11 Feb 11 - 10:59 AM

That's OK then! Still trying to tempt Richard...

Subject: RE: Possible Yorkshire Folk Gathering
From: Mr Happy
Date: 08 Mar 11 - 12:35 PM

Puts a whole new meaning on 'beat about the bush!!'

Subject: RE: Possible Yorkshire Folk Gathering
From: GUEST,Dancing Ann
Date: 08 Mar 11 - 01:17 PM

Am new to Mudcat. Do you dance? More info please.

Subject: RE: Possible Yorkshire Folk Gathering
From: foggers
Date: 09 Mar 11 - 02:59 AM

Hello folks

As penniless house renovation monkeys, a folk gathering is a welcomed break from concrete and joists. I will consult with my chief engineer and see if we will be deserving of a weekend off by May 13th, though I am not sure if the lack of showers could cause him to baulk (he is rather a fastidious boy!) At the very least I will bargain hard for a day pass!

Jane

Subject: RE: Possible Yorkshire Folk Gathering
From: Soldier boy
Date: 09 Mar 11 - 05:00 PM

Weekend after Holmfirth Festival of Folk sounds good Mrs Duck; can't say for definate just yet but will do my very best to be there and will let you know soon.

Chris

Subject: RE: Possible Yorkshire Folk Gathering
From: Mrs.Duck
Date: 10 Mar 11 - 11:45 AM

Hope to see you there.

Subject: RE: Possible Yorkshire Folk Gathering
From: Noreen
Date: 10 Mar 11 - 02:22 PM

Hi, Dancing Ann- if you're asking 'do we dance at Mudcat gatherings', the answer is 'it has been known' :)

It all depends who is going- in times past we have had gatherings in places with a hall where dancing could take place and a scratch ceili band got together to play for dancing- good fun.

I don't think that is on the cards for this gathering though- probably music and singing sessions- and chatting- but again, it depends who is there.

Does that answer your question?

Subject: RE: Possible Yorkshire Folk Gathering
From: GUEST,foggers
Date: 10 Mar 11 - 06:13 PM

Hi again- yes count us in! 2 peeps, one tent and assorted instruments.

Is there a surcharge for banjos?

Subject: RE: Possible Yorkshire Folk Gathering
From: BanjoRay
Date: 10 Mar 11 - 06:47 PM

If there is. Geoff & I won't be there!

Subject: RE: Possible Yorkshire Folk Gathering
From: Tyke
Date: 10 Mar 11 - 09:24 PM

Well I never asking if there is a surcharge fot Banjos! Don't you realize we could not have a Campfire with out them!

Subject: RE: Possible Yorkshire Folk Gathering
From: Mrs.Duck
Date: 11 Mar 11 - 01:35 PM

And George is sufficiently Guy Fawkes like to take up the hot seat :)

Subject: RE: Possible Yorkshire Folk Gathering
From: Leadfingers
Date: 12 Mar 11 - 06:08 AM

This looks like a strong possibility - Which will mean at least one more banjo !

Subject: RE: Possible Yorkshire Folk Gathering
From: foggers
Date: 12 Mar 11 - 07:27 AM

Ya can have me banjo for the fire AFTER it has been stoked with any piano accordions and shaky egg thingummies!

Subject: RE: Possible Yorkshire Folk Gathering
From: Mrs.Duck
Date: 21 Mar 11 - 09:52 AM

Less than 8 weeks so make sure it's in your diary.

Subject: RE: Possible Yorkshire Folk Gathering
From: Phot
Date: 22 Mar 11 - 07:51 AM

Jane, its in ours, just a straight run up T' great north road from work! See you there!

Wassail!! Chris

Subject: RE: Possible Yorkshire Folk Gathering
From: Noreen
Date: 22 Mar 11 - 06:15 PM

It's in mine too, just need to organise a day or two off w**k... :)

Subject: RE: Possible Yorkshire Folk Gathering
From: Carol
Date: 23 Mar 11 - 10:07 AM

Looking forward to it.

Subject: RE: Possible Yorkshire Folk Gathering
From: GUEST,Dancing Ann
Date: 27 Mar 11 - 08:31 AM

Thanks for your reply, Noreen.

I enjoy folk dancing and am starting to get into border morris. I play a bit of melodeon and my husband plays various instruments, including piano accordion (sorry, foggers). We are looking for music/dancing events to go to at weekends in our camper van.

You did answer my question, thanks, and we might see you sometime soon.

Subject: RE: Possible Yorkshire Folk Gathering
From: Tyke
Date: 31 Mar 11 - 12:08 PM

I'm looking Forward to sitting round the old campfire to listen to the tall tales of daring do in the search for Moby Duck!

Subject: RE: Possible Yorkshire Folk Gathering
From: John J
Date: 31 Mar 11 - 06:51 PM

Dancing Ann: where are you located?

JJ

Subject: RE: Possible Yorkshire Folk Gathering
From: Mrs.Duck
Date: 01 Apr 11 - 07:49 AM

Hopefully there will be something for everyone during the weekend. There are no plans set in stone and at the end of the day it will depend who actually turns up. The landlady told me yesterday that she had to turn down a wedding (big profit) so hopes we'll be doing plenty of drinking. I said I'd see what we could do :)
Six weeks to go :)

Subject: RE: Possible Yorkshire Folk Gathering
From: Mrs.Duck
Date: 06 Apr 11 - 01:21 PM

Hope you're all spreading the word. If we get some weather like today's it will be wonderful.

Subject: RE: Possible Yorkshire Folk Gathering
From: Carol
Date: 06 Apr 11 - 06:10 PM

Don't think we'll have any problem with the beer!

Subject: RE: Possible Yorkshire Folk Gathering
From: jacqui.c
Date: 06 Apr 11 - 07:26 PM

We'll be there on the Saturday - driving up from Newark. I'm really looking forward to this one!

Subject: RE: Possible Yorkshire Folk Gathering
From: GUEST,Buddingplonkers
Date: 28 Apr 11 - 06:57 AM

We're from Wakey and looking forward to this FF, but it needs to be well advertised with to encourage plenty of local support and we've seen nothing yet.

Subject: RE: Possible Yorkshire Folk Gathering
From: foggers
Date: 12 Jan 12 - 07:42 PM

So then, Mrs Duck, Mr Duck, n all da ickle ducklings..... Is there going to be a Yorkshire Mudgather in 2012??

.... In hopeful anticipation......

Subject: RE: Possible Yorkshire Folk Gathering
From: GUEST,Guest
Date: 13 Jan 12 - 02:10 AM

Did anything actually happen in 2011?

Subject: RE: Possible Yorkshire Folk Gathering
From: Geoff the Duck
Date: 13 Jan 12 - 03:08 AM

foggers - Someone was asking just a couple of days back if there were any plans for another session this year. As far as we are concerned, we are just starting to think beyond Christmastide and haven't got as far as May yet.
If we do sort out a weekend, we try not to clash with nearby folk events and we haven't looked at dates of local Folk Festivals yet.
We enjoyed last year, and the pub seemed to like us being there, so we probably need to decide fairly soon.
I'll tell Mrs Duck you were asking.
Quack!
Geoff.

p.s.
From: GUEST,Guest - Did anything actually happen in 2011?
I seem to remember revolutions in Egypt and Libya. A royal wedding. Bin Laden got shot. Greece went bust. Kim Jong got Ill, and a few folkies sat in a pub field on a fairly windy weekend in May.
Quack!

Subject: RE: Possible Yorkshire Folk Gathering
From: Carol
Date: 13 Jan 12 - 06:50 AM

Twas a good weekend

Subject: RE: Possible Yorkshire Folk Gathering
From: Dennis the Elder
Date: 13 Jan 12 - 12:33 PM

Certainly was, the odd pint was drunk also.

Subject: RE: Possible Yorkshire Folk Gathering
From: foggers
Date: 13 Jan 12 - 01:23 PM

Super thanks Geoff. I will be perusing the regional festival calendar soon and will be happy to post dates to avoid, if that will be of use.