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Yorkshire Gathering 2004

15 Jan 04 - 01:54 PM (#1093494)
Subject: UK Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Mrs.Duck

I suppose its time to get this thread underway. The venue will be as last year
Black Dog Inn
Selby Rd Camblesforth
Selby North Yorkshire
YO8 8HX
Tel: 01757 618247
and the date this year is the 21st May ie the weekend before the Spring bank holiday. This gives everyone a full 3 weeks to recover from the Eurogathering and get ready to start the fun again!
Hope to see many friends old and new there again this year.
Jane

15 Jan 04 - 02:04 PM (#1093500)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Catherine Jayne

YEAH!!!!!!!!! count me in!! catsPHiddle back on home territory!!!!!

Micca should be there and Sorcha too with a bit of luck!!

15 Jan 04 - 02:11 PM (#1093508)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: My guru always said

Thanks Mrs Duck - now in my diary & will fend off all other offers for that weekend!!!

Can you please let us know about camping etc...

Hil

15 Jan 04 - 02:23 PM (#1093514)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Bassic

Im setting off now! :-) Will be there with Rock Chick and a Caravan.
Mgas, camping is in the field at the back of the pub. If I remember from last year it is useful to let Mrs D know what kind of "outfit" you are bringing as there are only a few "Winnibago" size plots available. :-) You would need to be self contained apart from toilets which are available in the pub. Also most meals, including breakfast, were available last year from the pub if you dont fancy "self catering".

15 Jan 04 - 03:56 PM (#1093565)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Zany Mouse

Hi. Mrs Duck: Can you reserve a camper space for MCP and myself please?

Thanks

Rhiannon

15 Jan 04 - 04:14 PM (#1093577)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Mrs.Duck

As Gordon says there is quite a lot of room out back in the feild but letting me know what you intend to sleep in always helps (answers such as Chanel no 5 might amuse me but not assist!). What do we think of the idea of a barbeque on the Saturday evening - might suit more tastes than the curry scrummy though it was. I'm sure we will be able to organize breakfasts as last year too and I will be at the pub on Wednesday so will check with Gary and Tracy.

15 Jan 04 - 04:26 PM (#1093581)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Catherine Jayne

I'll will be bringing my Mansion!!!...new BIG Tent....big enough so me at just short of 6ft tall can stand up in it with head room spare!!!

15 Jan 04 - 04:27 PM (#1093583)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: BanjoRay

Oh good. Maybe I'll be able to find it this year!
I'll have a small tent.
Cheers
Ray

15 Jan 04 - 06:38 PM (#1093668)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Liz the Squeak

Book a space for Squeak Manor II - much easier to erect and I'll try not to be on crutches this time (although it's looking rather like it's an obligatory thing now, at least one person on crutches at the Yorkshire Gathering).....

LTS

15 Jan 04 - 06:56 PM (#1093681)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Morticia

PIxie and I are planning to be there too.....

16 Jan 04 - 02:26 AM (#1093885)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: nutty

Count me in Mrs Duck ..........The YG's are always very enjoyable events.

16 Jan 04 - 03:57 AM (#1093915)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: GUEST,el ted

Book us in. three people, one transit van.

19 Jan 04 - 06:39 PM (#1096611)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Sorcha

I'm in. Find me a place to sleep.

19 Jan 04 - 06:59 PM (#1096627)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Micca

No sweat Sorch, spare tent and sleeping bag reserved and will be at venue for you

19 Jan 04 - 07:24 PM (#1096641)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: alanww

I am looking forward to it, Jane. As last year, Sandy & I will be in a smallish campervan, so we can put it in the car park!
And if for any unforseen reason Micca has a problem in practice, Sorcha, fear not - I can provide. (But let me know before I set off!)
"I long to return ...!"
Alan

19 Jan 04 - 07:30 PM (#1096649)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Col K

Its just been put in my diary.Me and one tent.

19 Jan 04 - 07:52 PM (#1096657)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: kendall

Is it too late to book a room?

19 Jan 04 - 09:29 PM (#1096716)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Sorcha

Would a pad/mattress/bed in a caravan be too much to ask? I have this back.....and neck and shoulders....all say they are much older than I could possibly be.

20 Jan 04 - 04:32 AM (#1096859)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Skipjack K8

I'd better declare my bad news now. For about a year, I've been trying to get on a study tour that is going to Brazil to focus on the mighty soybean. And yes, that is the week it happens, 23rd to 31st. These study tours are excellent fun; previous ones have been to Chicago, Indiana (including the lamentable pole-dancing incident) and Nyawleens, and to Brussels, Hamburg and Poland last year.

As delicious as that trip sounds, I am going with a heavy heart, as last year's session in the muso's bar was one of the very best I have ever experienced, and I believe I am down to play second box in the MudScratch Ceilidh Band.

Oh bugger.

20 Jan 04 - 05:42 AM (#1096898)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Geoff the Duck

Kendall - I cannot recall whether there are any "Rooms" nearby. There may be something in last year's thread - Here or here. The accommodation for the gathering is a field behind the pub where there are some resident caravans all year round, and space for us to bring caravans, campers and tents.
In previous gatherings Bill Sables has offered accommodation to visitors from further afield, and transported them to the venue. As Bill is on his World Tour at present he is not about to ask, and I would not presume to invite you to somebody else's house, but keep in touch, and we will make sure we get you organised with something.
Quack!
Geoff the Duck.

20 Jan 04 - 06:03 AM (#1096912)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: alanww

Well if you would just loosen your clothes a bit, Sorcha, and we will see what my thumbs can do to ease the pain in your neck and shoulders ...
Sorry, but unfortunately I cannot help with a space in my campervan. Have you ever seen the size of a Bambi? There is barely room for Sandy and me and only then if we use all the living space for the bed! However, like Micca, I do have a tent and sleeping bag available ...
Kendall has asked if the pub has rooms. I am not sure, but Jane should know. Or you could try telephoning them to see if they have a room. I have searched but the pub doesn't seem to have its own website.
"Then to the maypole haste away; for 'tis now our holiday!"
Alan

21 Jan 04 - 06:34 PM (#1098271)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: kendall

The Inn doesn't have rooms

22 Jan 04 - 09:52 AM (#1098687)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Les from Hull

I'm sure that we'll be there Jane. In a tent, of course.

22 Jan 04 - 12:55 PM (#1098822)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Liz the Squeak

I'm afraid Squeak Manor doesn't have the west wing, but we could bring the other tent if you really want us to.....

LTS

22 Jan 04 - 07:12 PM (#1099177)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Les from Hull

No we'll bring a tent with us, especially if we can make arrangements with someone with one of those metal tent-bringing things, what are they called now? Oh yes, cars.

18 Feb 04 - 08:31 PM (#1118794)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Mr Happy

refresh

Haven't heard much about this for ages- is it still on?

19 Feb 04 - 04:11 AM (#1118945)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: GUEST

Dont know Mr Happy but I hope so

19 Feb 04 - 05:41 AM (#1118974)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: GUEST

Careful, there may be a £57 charge this year if you want to play in any of the sessions.(That is if you are deemed musically competent enough to join in by the management)

19 Feb 04 - 06:11 AM (#1118977)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: GUEST,Just asking

Can I take it from the above you are planning to have some workshops at the Gathering, hope so could be fun and something different ?

19 Feb 04 - 11:34 AM (#1119204)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Mr Happy

guest,

the £57 is for the Eurogathering-not this one.

19 Feb 04 - 12:22 PM (#1119251)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Eric the Viking

Ah bit I'm sure Jane will manage to handle a £57 charge for something if she is asked politely!!-cheap at half the price.

19 Feb 04 - 01:30 PM (#1119304)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Mrs.Duck

I've never been cheap at any price Eric you should know that ;0) I posted to this thread earlier but it seems to have been eaten - never mind. The gathering is certainly on and if people want workshops let me know and I'll see what can be arranged otherwise you'll just have to sing, play and get drunk like the rest of us!

19 Feb 04 - 01:39 PM (#1119310)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Sorcha

It darn well better be on! I'll be pretty pissed off it it's not!! LOL, Jane, maybe they would pay 57 L to meet me? (*BG*)

22 Feb 04 - 01:45 PM (#1121159)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Mrs.Duck

OK, you're on Sorcha! £1 per head to meet you - all proceeds to Mudcat :0) Last year we had around 57 of us so that should cover it!! Other fund raising ideas could include spot the smile on Mr Happy, make Liz squeek, haqmster racing with Joh9n etc etc.

22 Feb 04 - 02:43 PM (#1121213)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: GUEST,bid andy

What sort of do is it.Is it like, if you can play it fetch it, if you can sing do it, sort of thing

22 Feb 04 - 03:05 PM (#1121237)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Geoff the Duck

That about describes the general idea. It also includes - if you want a chat and drink without interrupting other peoples enjoyment... a generally informal attitude, some singing, some music, enough space to spread and for both to happen in different parts of the pub. Perhaps a bit of silliness to occupy the quieter parts of the day.
Bring a tent, camper or caravan, but tell us if you are doing so. It allows the landlady and landlord to cater for enough beer, food etc.
Quack!
GtD.

22 Feb 04 - 06:12 PM (#1121359)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Liz the Squeak

There were quieter bits in the day? When were they then? Must have been about 4.00am (but not in SOME corners of the camping field....)

Are we getting the Loo with a View again? The Guzunder Gazebo?

LTS

22 Feb 04 - 06:20 PM (#1121364)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Geoff the Duck

Well Liz - it certainly wasn't quiet when we were setting up Squeak Mansion in the dark! (not sure about when you visited the gazunder).
Quack!
GtD.

22 Feb 04 - 07:23 PM (#1121430)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Liz the Squeak

Do you think we could phone up the radio station and ask them to play the Toccata & Fugue again? It certainly made it more interesting!

Or should I bring the tape recorder with me......

LTS

23 Feb 04 - 07:38 AM (#1121683)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Mr Happy

Here's a sample for the 'Spot the Smile on Mr Happy' competition:

http://trimrigdoxy.com/castle/pic7.html


so you'll all know what to look out for.

23 Feb 04 - 10:28 AM (#1121801)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Mrs.Duck

Thanks Mr H. Will commit it to memory!

23 Feb 04 - 12:39 PM (#1121887)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Crane Driver

My New Year resolution is to get out more and meet more 'Catters. Barring unforseen circumstances (like meteorite strikes or a booking in the Bahamas), I intend to be there, with a small tent and large appetite.

Andrew

23 Feb 04 - 05:29 PM (#1122095)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: GUEST,bid andy

Hi can I please book five people, one trailer tent, and two normal (I think)

23 Feb 04 - 06:35 PM (#1122144)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Mrs.Duck

Do we allow normal people - vote now! oR IS IT JUST THE TENTS THAT ARE NORMAL IN WHICH CASE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU ALL THERE Don't you just hate it when that happens!

23 Feb 04 - 11:39 PM (#1122325)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Liz the Squeak

No such thing as a normal tent. As soon as you purchase a tent, it becomes abnormal. In the car on the way home, it absorbs your personality through the back of the seats and then transmogrifies into something completely opposite to you. If you are a tidy person you will get a tent that will always look like a badly made bed. If you are a tall person, it will mysteriously shrink by just enough to make you have to bend your head sideways. And even if this doesn't happen, it will mysteriously expand so that it will never, ever go back into its original bag again.

LTS

24 Feb 04 - 03:33 AM (#1122391)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Davetnova

We would like to bring the three of us and a very small camper (none of us are normal).

24 Feb 04 - 06:59 AM (#1122467)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Morticia

PIxie and I will be bringing two tents, ( I'm too tense,Doctor!)...one huge and the other little.

24 Feb 04 - 07:09 AM (#1122474)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Mrs.Duck

Don't forget your knickers Dave!

24 Feb 04 - 07:36 AM (#1122492)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Davetnova

Mrs. Duck - I thought you still had them.

24 Feb 04 - 08:02 AM (#1122505)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Linda Kelly

Pistachio and I intend being their (we hope)-but if Jude Law's free that weekend, well.......

26 Feb 04 - 04:08 PM (#1124646)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Mrs.Duck

Bring him along but he may have to share with you!

26 Feb 04 - 06:39 PM (#1124759)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Liz the Squeak

So would that make the guzunder gazebo a tea pee?

LTS

I'll get me straightjacket.

26 Feb 04 - 08:34 PM (#1124833)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Rt Revd Sir jOhn from Hull

I might go, if i'm not doing nowt 9Les =if i go, i will give you a loft.

27 Feb 04 - 03:34 AM (#1124984)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: nutty

Does that mean that you'll be moving up in the world, Les !!!!!!!!!

27 Feb 04 - 03:36 AM (#1124987)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: nutty

Or would you be arriving on a high ???????????

27 Feb 04 - 02:35 PM (#1125308)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: harpmaker

I've just found a pair of scotish nickers in the back of our campervan!

27 Feb 04 - 10:24 PM (#1125564)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Mr Happy

Buy a tent?

I thought everyone just found 'em in skips & made their own!

This is the origin of the Mr Happy Music Therapy Pavilion, which will be appearing along with Mr H & Fiends at piles of do's this season.

Surgery hours:11ish a.m.-11ish a.m. Dec 31st-Dec 31st every year inc. leaping about ones like this one!

All welcome! [except for]

Exceptions/Prohibited:

no boredrai-cause confuion to tinnitus suffersns or drums

no electric things

no noisy tings
or bellringers [cause confusion to tinnitus sufferers]

otherwise anybody musical or entertaining mystery audiences.


lookking 4 ward 2 it all Mrs D & many tanks 2 u & JtD 4 putting it on!

28 Feb 04 - 03:33 PM (#1125870)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Mrs.Duck

Oh Mr H please make sure any piles of dos are in the appropriate tea pee.
Mrs D and GtD

15 Mar 04 - 01:16 PM (#1137178)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Mrs.Duck

Time to remind everyone of this as diaries need to be filled. Quick show of hands might be useful at this point.
Jane

15 Mar 04 - 01:31 PM (#1137196)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Leadfingers

Allowing for the possibility of paid work clashing I intend to materialise with a small tent and a car full of assorted noise making
machinery.

15 Mar 04 - 01:38 PM (#1137201)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Catherine Jayne

Put Micca and Myself down for a space....we have a bigger tent this year!

15 Mar 04 - 02:07 PM (#1137232)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Sorcha

Kendall and I.

15 Mar 04 - 02:15 PM (#1137244)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: nutty

Certainly me in my small camper ......

15 Mar 04 - 02:21 PM (#1137251)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Morticia

Pixie and myself....two tents.....( yes,yes, I know, I'm too tense)*G*....and possibly one of Pixie's mates.....not sure yet.

15 Mar 04 - 06:25 PM (#1137456)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Liz the Squeak

Manitas, myself and the Limpit will be attending.... probably arriving about 10ish on the Friday night.

LTS - only 2 months to go now!!!

15 Mar 04 - 06:43 PM (#1137478)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: harpmaker

2 hands Jane!

16 Mar 04 - 03:44 AM (#1137749)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Davetnova

Me and Nancy and sprog and small camper. I may be showing more than hands if I don't get my nickers back. They cost money and were hardly even dirty.

16 Mar 04 - 04:14 AM (#1137769)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Noreen

Will have to think carefully about this.
It's a lot longer journey from Stourport than it was from Bury!

16 Mar 04 - 07:30 AM (#1137908)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: kendall

It's even farther from Maine!

23 Mar 04 - 07:14 AM (#1143675)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Mrs.Duck

Better start swimming now then!

24 Mar 04 - 06:41 AM (#1144681)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Rt Revd Sir jOhn from Hull

24 Mar 04 - 07:20 PM (#1145295)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Liz the Squeak

Of course, if Sean Connery comes up with a better offer, I'll just sent Limpit and Manitas......

Does anyone fancy some organised activity on the lines of 'Never mind the Buzzcocks/I'm sorry I haven't a clue/Whose line is it anyway? sort for the Saturday afternoon/early evening?

LTS

25 Mar 04 - 04:03 AM (#1145552)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Catherine Jayne

Sounds like a good idea Liz!...count me in if it goes ahead!

25 Mar 04 - 07:18 AM (#1145653)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Mrs.Duck

Sounds like a good idea Liz. I'm always open to suggestions ;0)

25 Mar 04 - 07:20 AM (#1145654)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: GUEST

Sort of :-
"I'm sorry! Whose mind is it?"
Quack!
GtD.

25 Mar 04 - 07:37 AM (#1145666)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: fiddler

Just reviewed this thread - very foolish thing to do - My paid work has dried up that weekend so I should be in attendance - Might have to bring stepper too!!!!

Possibly LilWobble!

We only need one car space tent pitches on the roof!

fingers toes and any other appendacges crossed

A
X

30 Mar 04 - 02:51 PM (#1150292)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: GUEST,wigan

me plus one tent (room for 2 if they dont snore) plus one bike(motor)

30 Mar 04 - 02:53 PM (#1150295)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: GUEST

barby sounds good on sat pm. y am I listed as a guest? anyone tell me?

30 Mar 04 - 03:39 PM (#1150335)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Tig

All being well we will be there!

Glad to see you have finally made your mind up wigan.

30 Mar 04 - 04:12 PM (#1150354)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Geoff the Duck

From: GUEST
Date: 30 Mar 04 - 02:53 PM

barby sounds good on sat pm. y am I listed as a guest? anyone tell me?

Okay - give us a clue - who are you? if we know that we might be able to guess the answer!
Quack!
Geoff.

30 Mar 04 - 06:57 PM (#1150507)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Liz the Squeak

Who mentioned a Barby?

I will see what I can arrange on the lines of 'Whose clue is it Julian?'

Wigan - if I bring my gear can I have a pillion ride please? I miss my bike so much.....

LTS

31 Mar 04 - 11:18 AM (#1151023)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Mrs.Duck

Gary and Tracy mentioned doing a barbeque - more on the lines of they cook we pay rather than throw your own.

31 Mar 04 - 12:23 PM (#1151085)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: GUEST,wigan

got my new bike tig, thats why i made up my mind.

someboby mentioned a barby i think.

liz the squeak, u can have a ride if you look after it. its my pride and joy

01 Apr 04 - 05:47 AM (#1151757)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Liz the Squeak

Wigan - I don't steer them any more, just a pillion ride would be fine....

Would a barby be organised by the pub or would it be a bring and burn thing? I think it would be good if we could treat the landlord and landlady to something, to say thank you for everything they will be doing for us.

LTS

01 Apr 04 - 07:15 AM (#1151813)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Geoff the Duck

Liz - g back 2 postings before yours for the answer to your question - Mrs.Duck is doing her presience thing.
Quack!!
GtD.

01 Apr 04 - 07:20 AM (#1151821)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: GUEST,Andy

what beer do they have at the pub

01 Apr 04 - 06:47 PM (#1152358)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Geoff the Duck

Usually a couple of good guest beers. Greene King Abbott is a regular.
We'll check up closer to the time and post what might be anticipated. I expect that they will have something suitable and interesting in specially for us...
Quack!
GtD.

02 Apr 04 - 05:33 AM (#1152661)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Morticia

You know, I've wondered how a man of the cloth can do such evil things to my head and insides......I think that Abbott is actually working for the devil.

02 Apr 04 - 09:27 AM (#1152759)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: GUEST,Andy

If it works, I'm not bothered

11 Apr 04 - 03:20 PM (#1159360)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Mrs.Duck

Just to keep everything in mind. Liz I have already given thought to something for the landpersons but if anyone has good ideas PM me as they might read this and spoil the suprise.
As always the weekend will largely run itself but some folk have made suggestions that didn't end in off which could be included as part of the festivities.
1. Liz has expressed interest in arranging a panel type game in the vein of "Whose brain is minding the buzzcocks anyway?"
2. The Webfooted Ramblers invite you to an hour or two of old time/american music song etc. at a time to be thought up on the day.
3. There will be an ongoing quiz sheet available (want to help me with this one next week Selby?)
4. Sunday am raise the rafters with a few full throttled songs not necessarily religious but they do have some belters - bring words if possible but nothing too taxing and don't worry if we get it wrong we'll have been up late.
Any other ideas please let me know and if you have questions I might even be able to answer some of them.
Ta

12 Apr 04 - 04:50 AM (#1159684)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Phot

Am I too late to say yes please? One small tent and a small car.

Wassail!

Chris

12 Apr 04 - 09:57 AM (#1159806)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Mrs.Duck

Never too late Chris - glad you can make it.

12 Apr 04 - 04:44 PM (#1160152)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: YorkshireYankee

Hello Mr & Mrs D,

Good to meet you at the Barnsley Folk Festival this weekend. BTW, very much enjoyed your answer to the fellow who asked "WHAT have you done with your children?" (For those not lucky enough to have been there, both Ducks replied -- without missing a beat -- "Boiled 'em!"). I trust your littl'uns have managed (despite boiling) to completely devour their Easter choccies already... or do they still have some left?

Thanks for letting me know about this -- I'm definitely going to try to get there, but the fact that it's all camping may make it a little difficult for me. For health reasons, I need access to an electrical outlet when I sleep, so a tent is not practical in my case -- unless this field has electrical hookups available (I get the impression it doesn't).

Is there anything along the lines of a B&B fairly near-by?

Also -- I'll be coming from Sheffield, so if there's anyone else planning to come from thereabouts, I'm happy to have a passenger or two (or to be a passenger & help with petrol costs).

Cheers,

YY

12 Apr 04 - 05:44 PM (#1160207)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: YorkshireYankee

Have been doing some searching on the net; found a Guest House ~5 miles from the Gathering. If anyone knows of any better options, please let me know. Also, if anyone is interested in sharing a room, please contact me -- it would really help keep the price down!

YY

12 Apr 04 - 08:49 PM (#1160317)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Geoff the Duck

I'd share a room, but Mrs.Duck might see it otherwise...
:@}
Quack!
GtD.
Actually - we'll check if there is any chance of electricity. The session is at the Black Dog tomorrow, so we should be across then.
Geoff.

13 Apr 04 - 11:22 AM (#1160846)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Mrs.Duck

Might be boiling a larger duck next time !!!!!!!!!

13 Apr 04 - 12:12 PM (#1160921)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: YorkshireYankee

How 'bout if I share a room with BOTH Ducks? Surely Mrs Duck couldn't object to *that*...

13 Apr 04 - 12:58 PM (#1160975)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: selby

Yorkshire Yankee you are right there are no guest houses near if you like a drink the best advice i can give is buy/borrow a tent.
Oh go on Jane I have a few questions in me ead.
Keith

13 Apr 04 - 05:47 PM (#1161194)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: YorkshireYankee

Hi Selby,

Appreciate the advice... but the problem is not that I need access to alcohol -- but rather electricity (while I sleep); no tents I know of (thus far) offer this feature! (I would be happy to find I am wrong about this, so if anybody can correct me on that, please do!)

Cheers,

YY
(solar powered by day, electrically powered by night... ;-) )

19 Apr 04 - 12:05 AM (#1164847)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Raedwulf

Add another tent, provided I can get leave sorted (shouldn't be a problem)...

19 Apr 04 - 08:48 AM (#1165123)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Morticia

There now Wulfie, I knew you wouldn't be able to resist the Lure of the Mudgather once you'd been to one......more addictive than cocaine, this lot are.

19 Apr 04 - 08:56 AM (#1165128)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Linda Kelly

Morty, spoken like someone who hasn't seen her nostrils since 1974!

19 Apr 04 - 10:18 AM (#1165207)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Geoff the Duck

'Ere - the Yorkshire Gathering is nothing to be sniffed at...
Quack!
GtD.

19 Apr 04 - 10:20 AM (#1165208)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Les from Hull

I've never seen my nostrils, only their reflections and photographs. (pedantique? moi?)

19 Apr 04 - 11:00 AM (#1165232)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Geoff the Duck

Nasally retentive???
Quack!
GtD.

19 Apr 04 - 01:19 PM (#1165370)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Mrs.Duck

No I can't see my nostrils either but I can use braille. Hope you can get here Wulfie. At some point I will check back through the thread and list those who have said they are coming - should be the best yet!

19 Apr 04 - 01:43 PM (#1165386)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Mrs.Duck

Right this is in no particular order other than who posted first on the thread
Mrs Duck
Geoff the Duck
Little Duckling
Boats
Mootlefish
Cobble and Mrs?
Catsphiddle
Micca
Sorcha
Kendall
MGAS
Rock Chic
Bassic
Zany Mouse
MCP
Banjoray
Liz the Squeak
Limpet
Manitas
Morticia
Pixie of Doom
Nutty
el ted +2
Alanww
Sandy
Colk
Les from Hull
Maggie the Elephant trainer
Mr Happy
Crane Driver
Davetnova + 2
bid andy?
Linda Kelly
Pistachio
John from Hull (if he's not doing nowt)
Leadfingers
Harpmaker
Christine
Stepper
Fiddler
L'il Wobble
wigan
Tig
Badger
Phot
Yorkshire Yankee
Raedwulf
Could be a FUN weekend! If you are not on the lust but want to come - great, please do! If you are on the list but don't want to be-thwrrr!

19 Apr 04 - 02:40 PM (#1165463)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Raedwulf

Oh, I'm on the lust alright, Mrs.D... Beware! The Big Bad Wulf is errmmm... on his way, shall we say! *GGG*

19 Apr 04 - 03:53 PM (#1165514)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Catherine Jayne

Hey Jane!!.....you should have seen Wulfie yesterday dressed in a pair of very tight black jeans enhancing his very nice rear!!!...lets just say there were a fair few female catters in the pub lusting after him!!!!!!

19 Apr 04 - 04:25 PM (#1165553)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Mrs.Duck

Lets just say not all my errors are typographical ;0)
Add EmmaB to above list.

19 Apr 04 - 11:16 PM (#1165689)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Liz the Squeak

YorkshireYankee - we have a contraption that converts from a car battery to an ordinary 3 pin outlet - you'd have to PM Manitas to find out voltage, duration and recharging abilities... if it helps, it's yours for the weekend.

Failing that, we could take it in turns to drive you round the car park all night with the car lighter adapter on!!!

Do hope to see you there... I'm curious about this machine of yours now!

LTS

20 Apr 04 - 06:13 AM (#1165906)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Davetnova

I will bring a spare tent just incase anyone needs it (and underpants)

20 Apr 04 - 07:22 AM (#1165944)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Mrs.Duck

There are one or two electric points available so it would be possible to run a line from someones van (we may well end up on hook up as we plan to be there for a few weeks). Glad to hear you're bringing your pants Dave still haven't got over the shock of last time!!!!

20 Apr 04 - 01:32 PM (#1166308)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: YorkshireYankee

YorkshireYankee - we have a contraption that converts from a car battery to an ordinary 3 pin outlet - you'd have to PM Manitas to find out voltage, duration and recharging abilities... if it helps, it's yours for the weekend.

Failing that, we could take it in turns to drive you round the car park all night with the car lighter adapter on!!!

Do hope to see you there... I'm curious about this machine of yours now!

Thanks LTS, that's very kind... here's the scoop: I have sleep apnoea, so at night I have to use this little machine that helps keep my windpipe open while I sleep -- otherwise I wake up every minute or two (because my throat has closed & I've stopped breathing). It is also a mercy on anyone who happens to be within earshot, as without it my snoring could wake the dead, let alone the sleeping!

I've considered hooking up the contraption up to my car battery, but it uses *so* much power that by morning (if not before) the car battery would be totally drained.

Mrs Duck, when you say "there are one or two electric points available", does that mean I might be able to run a cord from my contraption to the electric point? If so, camping could be a viable option for me after all...

Cheers (sorry to be a pain),

YY

20 Apr 04 - 01:41 PM (#1166318)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Mrs.Duck

Well YY they are electric hook up points designed for caravans etc. They do not accept 3 pin plugs direct but as stated we are possibly going to put our van on hook up as it will be there for a few weeks so it would be possible to run an extension lead from our 3 pin socket in the van to your machine out of the window. Hope that makes sense!
Jane

20 Apr 04 - 04:20 PM (#1166430)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: harpmaker

1st, It makes perfect sense Jane, also El Ted has a brain device implant that YY could plug into, it gives off 240v. 2ndly, Iam after a new guitar, so i will be auctioning a pair of tartan nickers (have traveled) and 3rd, Iam the best looking on the list.

20 Apr 04 - 10:59 PM (#1166746)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: YorkshireYankee

Mrs Duck, I *think* I understand that... Sounds like I'd better be sure to bring plenty of extra cabling/extension cord. Many thanks!

Harpmaker, thanks for the offer, but I think I'd better pass on plugging into El Ted's brain device implant -- I'd be afraid of inhaling bits of his grey matter that he prolly has other plans for...

Cheers,

YY

21 Apr 04 - 12:31 AM (#1166795)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Liz the Squeak

That's what I suspected YY - can you talk to Manitas about it, I'm sure he has the same. I bet if you compare symptoms you'll have a lot in common! Of course, if I stop holding the pillow over him when he snores too much, that would help (him if not me!)

El Ted's grey matter could be replaced by a bag of lightly salted porrige - I suspect it would work as well if not better!

Harpmaker - Tartan knickers...... are they cotton, printed or the real thing in wool? If they are the latter, I might be interested.

LTS

21 Apr 04 - 03:27 AM (#1166848)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Davetnova

So it's Woollen tartan knickers required! We'll have to see what we can do.
Harpmaker- you may have thought you were the best looking but all beards are off.

21 Apr 04 - 07:38 AM (#1166990)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Mrs.Duck

Don't bother looking Dave - I think yours are not in your undies drawer! Hey - I thought I was the best looking on the list!!!

21 Apr 04 - 07:40 AM (#1166993)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Boats

Sorry you are all rong its me wot is the bestest looking.

21 Apr 04 - 08:47 AM (#1167034)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: YorkshireYankee

That's what I suspected YY - can you talk to Manitas about it, I'm sure he has the same.

Happy to, Liz... can't tell you *what* a difference my "gadget" makes; I *strongly* encourage anyone who might have sleep apnoea to get it checked out ASAP. Unfortunately, I do look like a cross between a fighter pilot & an elephant when I'm wearing it (it's SO romantic... NOT!) -- but it's definitely worth it.

One thing *you* can do though -- next time his snoring is keeping you awake anyway ;-) -- listen closely; does he stop breathing for a few moments & then start again? (My husband says he used to lie next to me in bed thinking "Breathe, damnit!") If so, the sooner he sees someone about it, the better (there can be a *long* wait for treatment). Not to mention that if he does any driving, there are *extremely* high risks involved in driving while seriously sleep-deprived.

Here's a link to a Radio 4 programme on sleep disorders that helped me (well, my husband, actually) finally figure out why my memory was so bad & I was tired *all* the time. (To hear the programme, click on the Listen Again link -- 2nd column from the left.)

Sorry for the thread-creep, but I thought other people *might* find it useful as well...

Cheers,

YY

21 Apr 04 - 08:05 PM (#1167405)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Liz the Squeak

Oh YY, the amount of times I've lain there, wanting to kick start him breathing again.....

or just kick......

LTS

21 Apr 04 - 09:39 PM (#1167462)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Bassic

What are the chances of me being allowed to bring one Caravan, one trailer tent and one frame tent? I seem to be accomodation officer for stray `cats this year! ;-)

22 Apr 04 - 03:44 AM (#1167666)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Catherine Jayne

Well we will be bringing the mansion tent plus a small 3 man tent for Sorcha!

22 Apr 04 - 04:53 AM (#1167699)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Linda Kelly

Bassic, one caravan, one frame tent, one trailer tent-isn't that how Trust House Forte started out?

22 Apr 04 - 07:16 AM (#1167757)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Mrs.Duck

Shouldn't be a problem Bassic - are these extra people or ones already on the list?

23 Apr 04 - 08:22 AM (#1168889)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Bassic

Think I can cancel one of the 3 accomodations! (Dont know which yet). Will PM the additional people to get them to let you (Mrs D) know they are coming if they have not yet done so. As for big plans Linda.........you have got me thinking.............isnt the Millenium dome just a big frame tent?....................HHmmmmmmmmm :-)

25 Apr 04 - 06:20 AM (#1170308)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Phot

refresh

25 Apr 04 - 03:15 PM (#1170553)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Mrs.Duck

Forgot to put Bill Sables on above list and hopefully Sam Pirt.

26 Apr 04 - 05:32 PM (#1171663)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Mrs.Duck

Under four weeks to go now!

27 Apr 04 - 03:24 AM (#1171972)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Davetnova

I was checking my trusty AA road atlas in preperation. How come North Yorkshire goes as far south as the rest of it?

27 Apr 04 - 07:23 AM (#1172108)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: GUEST

The reason is quite simple the Selby bit was full of Industry Power Stations and Pits. These supplied money to the rest of North Yorkshire which by and large is rural whilst Selby area lost out. When Industry and the Pits shut down North Yorkshire no longer wanted the area.The boundry commision is now try to find a home for the area.

03 May 04 - 02:29 PM (#1177028)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Mrs.Duck

We have just returned from a great bank holiday weekend at the Black Dog and the beer was as good as ever! Less than three weeks to go now so anyone who hasn't made up their mind to come should think seriously about doing so as it will be a brilliant weekend!

03 May 04 - 02:53 PM (#1177053)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: GUEST,BIG ANDY

we'll be there

03 May 04 - 03:35 PM (#1177081)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Mrs.Duck

Great Andy - have we met? Is it just you or more than one?

03 May 04 - 04:46 PM (#1177110)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: wigan

17 days and counting get the beer in!

04 May 04 - 12:24 PM (#1177485)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Mrs.Duck

Looking forward to seeing this bike , Dave.

04 May 04 - 12:51 PM (#1177515)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: selby

I think that it is important that everyone learns " Like A Rhinestone Cowboy " and as many of it's paradies as possible.!!!!!!!!
Keith

04 May 04 - 12:56 PM (#1177522)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Morticia

hmmm, Like a Rhinestone Ploughboy is one of Sid Kipper's....I think I have it somewhere.

04 May 04 - 01:04 PM (#1177529)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Mrs.Duck

Thanks for telling us that, Morty it will be useful!

04 May 04 - 01:18 PM (#1177539)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Mrs.Duck

Sadly whilst Rhinestone ploughboy is the name of an album I can't find reference to there actually being a song of that nome - unless someone knows better.

04 May 04 - 01:31 PM (#1177553)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Mrs.Duck

Wine stoned cowboy
I was out on the golf too long.
My game was goin' all wrong.
I needed to have me some respite down at the 19th.
Where drink is the name of the game.
Good intentions get washed down the drain with the rain and the snow.
There's been a load of drinkin' drivin'
on the road to my horizon
I had a crash, and someone's been following me.

Like a wine stoned cowboy
Cruizin' down in my car when I can hardly see the the road.
A rum drunk cowboy
Getting followed around by people I don't even know
And officers 'round at my home

Well the pol-ice they interviewed me
I said I've had less than three
little ole tumblers of rum. I though they'd believe me.
But my breath test was Zero point two
With Arazona's laws, point zero eight is the most you can do.
Now I'm accused of drinkin' drivin'
and there's trouble on my horizon
I kneed a policeman and that's a felony.

Like a wine stoned cowboy
Cruizin' down in my car when I could hardly see the the road
An old drunk cowboy
Getting rough and abusive to people I don't even know
And officers inside my home.

Like a wine stoned cowboy
Cruizin' round in my car when I can hardly see the the road

FADE

A wine stoned cowboy
Getting rough and abusive to people I don't even know

Ringtone cowboy

I like keepin' my cell phone on
Playin' my favourite song
I hope it goes off while I'm headed home on the subway.
Attention's the name of the game,
and some guys give a display like it's their claim to fame.
I always find that I'm upsizing
with my phone accessorizing
So you'll be impressed every time that someone calls me

I'm a ringtone cowboy
Leave it there on my desk, give my workplace a music show.
I'm a ringtone cowboy
I divert extensions of people I don't even know
To hear some music over my phone.

Well, it's not long till I reset
and I change the song over the net
I'm cool because I'm thirty plus, but my phone's playing Green Day.
And I dream of the things I'll do
Like the Star Wars theme and Britney Spears and Eminem too.
I guess my friends think I'm surprising
with a reportoire comprising
of bands that I've seen when I'm bored and watch MTV.

I'm a ringtone cowboy
Leave it there on my desk, give my workplace a music show.
I'm a ringtone cowboy
I divert extensions of people I don't even know
To hear some music over my phone

I'm a ringtone cowboy
Like my phone's a license for putting on a music show
I'm a ringtone cowboy
I'm inflicting my taste on the people I don't even know
I'm clever 'cause I own a phone.

Found these two as I was searching along with some political ones aimed mainly at Bush

04 May 04 - 01:57 PM (#1177575)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: selby

Hours of Fun
Keith

04 May 04 - 03:01 PM (#1177637)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Morticia

you are right Jane, just found the album and he didn't actually write a song,just called the album that.....which means it's begging to be written by someone *G*

04 May 04 - 05:45 PM (#1177817)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: GUEST,BIG ANDY

I think about three to five of us up to press are coming, but as always it's down to work as I for one can get called out any time to shop fit an asda here, there, and everywhere. The latter been usually the case.
As for have we met yet? I don't know, I think Geoff said that he once went to the Red Shed beer fest, so you never know. But seeing the thread I thought this one's local, take the mandolin and see if I can learn any thing new. If things change I'll try and let you know.
Thanks Andy

04 May 04 - 06:21 PM (#1177858)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: harpmaker

knickers for sale, knickers for sale, + 1 ould beard! Lead Fingers may be interested.

05 May 04 - 02:38 PM (#1178734)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Liz the Squeak

Just hope we get our tent back in time!!!!

Happily I am sans crutches this year... but there are 2 more weeks to go still..... We will be late arrivals on Friday night as Manitas has a bit to do in the office.

Wonder what her name is?!

LTS

06 May 04 - 09:10 AM (#1179388)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Tig

I see Jane is getting ready for the 'Jukebox Hour' and to keep a certain Local Drinker happy with Rinestone Cowboy :-).

Think I have found just the thing for the raffle. Keep hunting everyone else.

06 May 04 - 09:11 AM (#1179390)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Catherine Jayne

Not long to go now! Should be arriving sometime friday afternoon with the hansome Wulfie and the infamous Micca!

06 May 04 - 09:12 AM (#1179392)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Catherine Jayne

that should read ON the friday afternoon!!

06 May 04 - 03:05 PM (#1179585)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: GUEST,MMario

stupid yank question

"sometime friday afternoon" "sometime on the friday afternoon"

is there a difference in meaning?

06 May 04 - 03:33 PM (#1179610)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Geoff the Duck

It's all in the accent....
How about "some time during"?
Quack!
GtD.

06 May 04 - 04:02 PM (#1179639)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Morticia

It's not a stupid question, MMario, or at least I was wondering the same thing so if it is, we both are......(I lost track of that sentence somewhere, I think.)

Anyway,we hope to be there sometime during Friday afternoon too, M6 permitting.

06 May 04 - 04:04 PM (#1179641)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Micca

Morty, What on earth are you doing on the M6?????Selby is just off the A1!!!! in Yorkshire,

06 May 04 - 04:32 PM (#1179677)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Geoff the Duck

That's right Micca - you don't have to ask permission from the M6. It may have a higher number than the A1, but it doesn't outrank it as they both belong to different branches of the Transport Forces...
A1 is definitely Senior Service whereas M6 is much more Capstan Full Strength....
As for M25 that's a Camel...
Quack!
GtD.

07 May 04 - 06:32 AM (#1180150)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Liz the Squeak

And a Yorkshire B road has grass down the middle.

I've always seen the M25 more as a Gauloise - looks like crap, smells like crap and gets you nowhere.

I just hope we get to Newport Pagnell - I'm sure I left a jacket there last year.

LTS

07 May 04 - 09:02 AM (#1180242)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Snuffy

Mario

"sometime friday afternoon" means this Friday (7th)

"sometime on the friday afternoon" means the Friday of the meeting (21st)

07 May 04 - 09:38 AM (#1180245)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: GUEST,MMario

Thanks Snuffy. I don't think many (if any) would make that distinction here in the US.

'sometime friday afternoon' and 'sometime on friday afternoon' would be used interchangeble (that you were referring to the friday of the gathering would automatically be implied and inferred)

'sometime on the friday afternoon' probably wouldn't occur - it's not a construction one sees or hears often over here.

07 May 04 - 09:58 AM (#1180260)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Allan C.

Right, Mario. We in the USA use the almost equally confusing "next," as in "next Friday". Unfortunately, this means different things to different people, especially in certain regions of the country. If today were Wednesday and you were to say "next Friday" in some places, they would believe you to be referring to the most immediate one. Elsewhere, they would take it to mean the one at the end of the following week. In still other areas it could even refer to the third Friday. Someone once told me, "If I had meant the Friday next week, I would have said, 'this coming Friday. Next means the one after.'" You'll see almost the same confusion when folks say, "this Friday".

The explanation of "the Friday" given by Snuffy is the way this was explained to me when I was in England and seems to be almost universally understood there in that way.

07 May 04 - 12:45 PM (#1180453)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Mrs.Duck

Actually I would almost never use the phrase 'on the' but then I'm not a native Yorkshirewoman. I would rely on context to indicate which Friday I was referring to ie since we're talking Yorkshire gathering it must therefore be Friday 21st. Of course we have been there since last Friday 30th April. So we arrived sometime on A Friday!!!! As for the 'next' question even Geoff and I have differences of opinion on this one - frequently! Anyway enough of bandying semantics - just get there sometime on a Friday of your choosing and let's have a great weekend.

07 May 04 - 12:47 PM (#1180459)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Geoff the Duck

I don't bandy semantics - I bandy legs...
Quack!
Geoff.

07 May 04 - 06:57 PM (#1180695)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Raedwulf

cats - shouldn't that have been the "hansom wulfie" since I'm your cab (No! Not *cad*! Bar girl, I mean, *bad* girl!) for the weekend? ;)

08 May 04 - 06:55 AM (#1180983)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: selby

Is Bandy legs the name of the band performing or is it a early quiz question?
Keith

08 May 04 - 07:05 AM (#1180986)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Geoff the Duck

;@)

08 May 04 - 12:50 PM (#1181166)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Liz the Squeak

No, the 'Never mind the clues, it's all bollocks' questions are firmly locked away where no-one will ever see them again - yes, they are stuffed down my bra!

LTS

08 May 04 - 02:48 PM (#1181243)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Geoff the Duck

Are they in braille?
Quack!
GtD.

08 May 04 - 04:39 PM (#1181305)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Liz the Squeak

Looking for those two pointers were you? No, they are safely encrypted and securely lost in the depths of a Winfile.....


Only Bill Gates and the FBI will ever see them.

LTS

08 May 04 - 05:55 PM (#1181348)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Phot

Poot, Poot, Bugger! Work has thrown the BFO Spanner, I'm not sure I can get there, have fun you lucky peeps, here's hoping.

Wassail

Chris

09 May 04 - 01:40 PM (#1181692)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: wigan

mrs duck, bike isn't new but it's new to me and i'm looking forward to riding down on it. stay sober an fri night as I will arrive sat a.m. and will wake up anyone within earshot just to let u know i've arrived

09 May 04 - 01:47 PM (#1181696)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Mrs.Duck

Oh I do hope so Chris!

09 May 04 - 04:12 PM (#1181778)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Liz the Squeak

So I'm all tooled up with leather and bike gear.... whose turn is it first?

LTS

10 May 04 - 02:28 PM (#1182449)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: wigan

fight for it. with pints of ale   to be drunk NOT thrown

11 May 04 - 01:54 PM (#1183027)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: wigan

not long now

justthought i'd put the thread back on top

12 May 04 - 04:00 AM (#1183535)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Liz the Squeak

All excited.... hopefully the large box of choccies I gave to our cat sitter for last weekend will mean she's happy to do the next weekend too!

Always presuming that one cat doesn't decide to keel over on us... she's been sulking since the weekend and not looking too good....

Counting the days and picking up the tent on Sat..... I hope!

LTS

12 May 04 - 12:02 PM (#1183919)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: wigan

will be later than expected due to large amount of gear to carry. still be there around lunch time.
is a barby sorted?
is there going to be a daft quiz?
does the pub do fried breakfasts for those of us who aren't into healthy eating?
if not, is there a decent cafe open on sun morning?
no comments about use of english! there is only one sunday in question!!!

12 May 04 - 12:19 PM (#1183934)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Catherine Jayne

The pub does an excellent breakfast!! It would be quite a walk if you were going to look for a cafe unless you had a car!!

12 May 04 - 02:23 PM (#1184029)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Mrs.Duck

WILL BE SORTING OUT FINAL DETAILS WITH TRACY AND gARY TONIGHT. I CERTAINLY HOPE THERE WILL BE THE WONDERFUL BREAKFASTS AS LAST YEAR. Sorry didn't mean to shout. I will confirm about the barby but even if we decide against it there is plenty of great food available both healthy and otherwise :0) There are in fact two quizes planned one being an unknown quantity from Liz which I expect will take place early Saturday evening and the other a pen and paper one about the pub which will be on all weekend and winners announced on Sunday. As last year we would request that anyone wanting Sunday lunch has it after the main crowds at around 2.30. A quick show of hands might be useful at this point from folk who would be interested in breakfast or Sunday lunch.
Don't forget to look out that interesting little item for the raffle (all proceeds to Mudcat)
We aim to fit as much fun as possible into the weekend so look forward to seeing you all VERY soon.

12 May 04 - 02:31 PM (#1184034)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Catherine Jayne

Count Me and Micca in for breakfasts and Sunday Lunch!

12 May 04 - 04:40 PM (#1184152)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Tig

Magician and Gillie brought their big (double size) gazebo and lighting to go in it down today - I think they really wanted to show off their new car :-)

Gazebo installation workshops will take place at a time to be arranged. Offers from those interested in taking part?

12 May 04 - 05:16 PM (#1184178)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: My guru always said

Still unsure but still hoping to come & join the gather! If so, will there still be room for either a caravan or a trailer tent? I guess it'll be a late decision for me.....

12 May 04 - 05:21 PM (#1184182)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: wigan

breakfast and sunday lunch please.
not a big eater. meat & 2 veg will do (for breakfast)

12 May 04 - 05:41 PM (#1184188)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: GUEST,BIG ANDY

bollocks i have to work shop fitting the asda,s spanner well and truely in the works

12 May 04 - 05:53 PM (#1184193)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Bassic

Breakfasts and Sunday lunch for me and Rock Chick please.

12 May 04 - 08:12 PM (#1184279)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Liz the Squeak

Count Limpit and Manitas and myself in for the breakfasts and lunch please.

The Other Quiz - working title of 'Never mind the clues, it's all bollocks' will indeed be sometime on Saturday afternoon/evening if enough people show interest.

I will need a plug for the computer and two teams of however many are daft enough to join in. And a buzzer and a bell.

And a kazoo, but they're standard operating equipment aren't they?

Who's organising the raffle this year?

LTS

13 May 04 - 03:39 AM (#1184483)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: fiddler

This is all new to me - breakfast sounds a brilliant idea - veggie with nut allergy - Yup fiddler with no nuts - B4 the comics get to it.
Sunday lunch I am considering.

Lilwobble won't be coming as she is in the middle of GCSE things (exams) at that time.

13 May 04 - 04:24 AM (#1184510)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: muppett

Is there room for a Muppett at yer do Mrs. Duck, I promice I wont behave if I come

13 May 04 - 10:26 AM (#1184736)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Mrs.Duck

Well in that case Muppett get over here!

13 May 04 - 01:20 PM (#1184887)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: wigan

glad to see u're coming muppet. don't forget the word book!!!

13 May 04 - 03:44 PM (#1185012)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Col K

As you know I will be there and I will want some food at some stage of the weekend.
I am partial to fresh Wulf.

13 May 04 - 03:57 PM (#1185016)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Mrs.Duck

Well aren't we all!

13 May 04 - 04:17 PM (#1185032)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Menolly

I am still not sure if I will be able to come. If I do, I will be bringing the grands. Hopefully they will get on well with the ducklings, bratling etc. As I am not sure if I am coming, I cannot order food! But will I survive Sorcha's wrath if I don't come?

13 May 04 - 04:20 PM (#1185034)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: GUEST,dire prediction for Menolly

probably not

13 May 04 - 04:34 PM (#1185043)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Linda Kelly

Well I am definitely coming -to avoid the kitchen fitters if for no other reason! It may be Friday/Sat or it may be Saturday/Sun so I can't do the food ordering thing yet.

13 May 04 - 04:43 PM (#1185047)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Mrs.Duck

The situation is that if insufficient people require breakfasts they won't happen but I think numbers are looking good. The jury is still out on the barbeque but should go ahead. As said before it will be the pubs burgers sausages chicken etc that go on and we buy them rather than doing it ourselves. Fiddler - obviously not sausage and bacon for breakfast but do you still like a cooked one if veggie sausages are available? Is Stepper coming or is she staying with Lilwobble?

13 May 04 - 08:59 PM (#1185238)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: harpmaker

2 brekies & 2 sun lunch. Providing I can sit next to Gordan (Bassic)
I notice that Iam still the best looking on the list, but now Muppet & Bassic have enroled,----Hmmmm!

14 May 04 - 03:20 AM (#1185392)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: fiddler

Hi Mrs D,

No Stepper is rehearsing again - Were at Chippenham the week after and although we have no programme the girls are still getting things polished A1 is two weeks later too!

BTW - Girls = Sister Act - No marketing but stunning - then I am biased.

A

14 May 04 - 04:51 AM (#1185438)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: muppett

So what are the directions from the railway station t' pub?

14 May 04 - 05:52 AM (#1185466)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Geoff the Duck

Muppett - the pub is about 3 or 4 miles south of Selby, on the road to Snaith. It is about the first thing you reach as you approach Camblesforth from that direction. I don't have a clue if there is any public transport going that direction, but if you are arriving at a sensible, known time, it might be possible for somebody to collect you from a railway station.
It also seems to possible to get a train to Snaith, but they are few and far between.
The address and phone number for the pub is as follows. If in difficulty you will be able to get in touch with someone during the gathering.

Black Dog Inn
Selby Rd Camblesforth
Selby
North Yorkshire
YO8 8HX
Tel: 01757 618247
BLICKY to a map

Quack!
Geoff the Duck.

14 May 04 - 05:58 AM (#1185470)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Catherine Jayne

You can get the bus...there is one that goes to Snaith, and one that goes to Doncaster...sorry I don't know the bus numbers but the bus station is near the train station...if you come out of the train station and turn left and follow the road round you will see it.

14 May 04 - 06:16 AM (#1185483)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Davetnova

Breakfast and lunches sound fine for us (down to two as our youngling is going world musicing in the hills) but I always thought of Sunday breakfast and lunch as being the same meal.

14 May 04 - 07:13 AM (#1185514)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Morticia

breakfast for Pixie and I as well please

14 May 04 - 04:43 PM (#1185766)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Tig

I'd like breakie if someone will wake me up in time for it :-)

Also interested in other feedings.

14 May 04 - 06:02 PM (#1185826)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Liz the Squeak

Tig, we'll put you near Limpit, she'll wake you up!

LTS

14 May 04 - 06:24 PM (#1185838)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Zany Mouse

Tig:

Fancy chilli on Saturday night?

Rhiannon

14 May 04 - 06:25 PM (#1185839)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Phot

Still not sure if I can get there, if I can ya sodding ho! If not Boo F£$%&)*^$" hoo.

Anyone got any ruby slippers?         Theres no place like the Cat.... Theres no place like the Cat.....

Chris

14 May 04 - 07:54 PM (#1185893)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Bassic

Chris..I am sure Jane could make it a NATO excercise if that would help?

15 May 04 - 03:32 AM (#1186049)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Liz the Squeak

We could just take over the pub and claim sessation from the state of Yorkshire? Call it Mudcatonia (Twinned with Black Doggerel) and request NATO protection against the invasion of PEL inspectors.

Worth a try?

LTS

15 May 04 - 11:43 AM (#1186219)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: waterdragon

At last,I've got a positive reaction from the significant other.Tig,we'll be down to see everyone on saturday afternoon for a short while. I'll try to persuade Minn to stay as long as possible but as he is the one who drives and refuses to drink at the same time(I know you tend to spill most of it!!!!!)we may not be around for long.

See you all next week.

Carol

16 May 04 - 11:54 AM (#1186785)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Tig

Mr and Mrs Cobble may also just be popping in for a while due to pressure of work for Mr C.

16 May 04 - 12:54 PM (#1186818)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: wigan

mrs duck,if there are not enough people wanting breakfast on sunday i will eat 2!!

16 May 04 - 01:01 PM (#1186820)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Mrs.Duck

Shouldn't be a problem Dave there are quite a few requesting it:0)

16 May 04 - 01:02 PM (#1186821)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Sorcha

/food is always good. Any time.

16 May 04 - 06:12 PM (#1186935)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: My guru always said

Boo F£$%&)*^$" hoo.... Can't come after all *sob* *bugger*

17 May 04 - 07:37 AM (#1187145)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Mrs.Duck

OH NO! We will miss you!

17 May 04 - 11:47 AM (#1187266)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: wigan

due to unexpected sensations last friday,i am now tee total. can i still come?

17 May 04 - 11:54 AM (#1187273)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Mrs.Duck

As long as you don't ask the rest of us to join you for moral support!

17 May 04 - 12:55 PM (#1187302)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Tig

Just because you drank more than your fair share of Mrs Simpson's Wheat Beer and had to be put to bed!!!! Be sure your sins will find you out!

Becoming suddenly tee-total is NOT a good enough excuse wigan :-)))))

17 May 04 - 01:41 PM (#1187336)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Mrs.Duck

Mrs Duck
Geoff the Duck
Little Duckling
Boats
Mootlefish
Catsphiddle
Micca
Sorcha
Rock Chic
Bassic
Zany Mouse
MCP
Banjoray
Liz the Squeak
Limpet
Manitas
Morticia
Pixie of Doom
Nutty
el ted +2
Alanww
Sandy
Colk
Les from Hull
Maggie the Elephant trainer
Mr Happy
Crane Driver
Davetnova + 1
Linda Kelly
Pistachio
John from Hull (if he's not doing nowt)
Leadfingers
Harpmaker
Christine
Muppet
Fiddler
wigan
Tig
Badger
Phot
Yorkshire Yankee
Raedwulf
Bill Sables
Ericthe Viking
Frank
Selbys
EmmaB
Waterdragon
Menolly ?
Sam Pirt
Think that the above is just about up to date unless you know different! Only 4 days to go. Time to pack those raffle prizes and hangover cures!

17 May 04 - 02:06 PM (#1187348)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Catherine Jayne

Wow that makes 53!!!...Is Firecat coming too?...couldn't see her on the list!!

17 May 04 - 05:01 PM (#1187429)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Mrs.Duck

Oops how could I miss her! And Willa too.

17 May 04 - 05:24 PM (#1187438)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: fiddler

Have I already seen it or missed it buty to where am I coming?

I got the Selby bit - I know there is a pub and I am breakfaSTING WITH SOME ADORABLE WOMEN AND A NUMBER OF MEN!

So I've gotta find it!

Hugsnall
A
XX

18 May 04 - 10:40 AM (#1187712)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Leadfingers

AND I have turned down a paid gig offer on the Saturday to be there.
I will arrive some time Friday pm after a quick visit to Mother on the way up. I am a tight fisted git so will be cooking my own meals,
in my little tent. And please DONT hug me too tight as I am still VERY tender fron the aftermath of the dreaded Shingles!!

18 May 04 - 12:39 PM (#1187735)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Mrs.Duck

Here it is
Black Dog Inn
Selby Rd Camblesforth
Selby North Yorkshire
YO8 8HX
Tel: 01757 618247

18 May 04 - 02:09 PM (#1187807)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: wigan

didn't drink more than my share of mrs simpsons wheat beer. It just had a wierd effect!!!!!
anyway,decided tee total wouldn't be fair to everyone else so i'll perhaps have the odd one just to be sociable

18 May 04 - 06:13 PM (#1188019)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Menolly

I am now almost certain I will be coming! Arriving early Saturday afternoon. With the 2 Grands. 1 tent. And please can we have Sunday breakfast.

18 May 04 - 06:17 PM (#1188030)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Eric the Viking

Looking forward to it. Should be there Friday evening, and quite a lot of Saturday, up til mid afternoon.See U all

18 May 04 - 06:22 PM (#1188033)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Liz the Squeak

I'm afraid Manitas has had to cry off... he's having some tests done next week and the pills they gave him have the suggestion 'you may prefer to stay near the toilet' and as the A1 isn't really blessed with facilities every 20 mins, it's best he stays home. Besides he can look after the cat who is even more poorly.

LTS

19 May 04 - 01:50 AM (#1188245)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Manitas_at_home

Now you'll have everyone cancelling their breakfast orders!

19 May 04 - 07:08 AM (#1188379)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Mrs.Duck

I think Liz just makes you up - I don't think you exist at all :0)

19 May 04 - 08:51 AM (#1188396)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: nutty

I shall be arriving lunchtime(ish) on Saturday and would like to book Sunday Breakfast.

See you soon .......

19 May 04 - 09:04 AM (#1188407)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: manitas_at_work

But you met me the other year at the Jug, didn't you?

19 May 04 - 09:41 AM (#1188443)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Snuffy

But there's two of you

19 May 04 - 10:24 AM (#1188478)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Mrs.Duck

Yes but I think she got rid of you since and just uses a cardboard cutout for special occasions.

19 May 04 - 10:39 AM (#1188489)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Catherine Jayne

LOL!!!!....and you can tell she's an artist coz its a pretty good lookalike cardboard cut out!!

19 May 04 - 10:45 AM (#1188497)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: GUEST,Raggytash

Mrs Duck and Co, it now looks unlikely that Wombat and I will put in an appearance this weekend, the Septicaemia has not subsided yet and the changes in the diameter of the leg are still quite alarming !though it has a lovely rosy hue,
Hope you all have a great weekend

Raggy

19 May 04 - 11:39 AM (#1188540)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Geoff the Duck

Sorry to hear that Raggy.
Who is suffering from bad leg?
Not serious I hope!
Quack!
GtD.

19 May 04 - 11:42 AM (#1188542)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Morticia

to add to the noble precedent of catters on crutches, I too have sprained my ankle and am not sure as yet if I will be able to drive by Friday....so may not make it this time.....keep stuff crossed for me and I'll update on Friday.

19 May 04 - 11:52 AM (#1188550)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Sorcha

Ooooh, I'm getting excited! So far, |think I've met about 42 Catters here. Looking fwd to a few more.

19 May 04 - 01:55 PM (#1188639)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Liz the Squeak

Should I bring my crutches anyway? You know, just for the hell of it?!

They need new knobs though, I wore the old ones out.

LTS

19 May 04 - 02:01 PM (#1188647)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Catherine Jayne

I got a pair of crutches too....knobs are a bit worn though.....

19 May 04 - 02:03 PM (#1188650)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Mrs.Duck

Right so Khatt and Liz need knobs for their crutches! Geoff says just throw a bucket of cold water over them!

19 May 04 - 02:09 PM (#1188658)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Liz the Squeak

He's all heart that one, isn't he!

LTS

19 May 04 - 02:27 PM (#1188668)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Raggytash

Tis I Mr Duck and as for being serious, one normally has one of two choices ......... see a doctor ........ or an undertaker

19 May 04 - 06:51 PM (#1188931)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Raedwulf

I'm also interested in food (albeit I refuse to get fresh with Col, a lady duck, though, wulves like ducks...).

19 May 04 - 07:03 PM (#1188952)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Morticia

I have a perfectly good pair of crutches of my own, without worn knobs......make of that what you will *G*

19 May 04 - 07:55 PM (#1189017)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Liz the Squeak

A nice tent, with the addition of some sticky backed plastic and a squeezy washing up bottle.

LTS

20 May 04 - 07:11 AM (#1189464)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Mrs.Duck

Does that mean you'll have one erected in the boot that you made earlier?

20 May 04 - 11:39 AM (#1189726)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Geoff the Duck

Raggy - I suggest you try the former option first. Once you have seen the undertaker, it can be a bit late to change your mind and ask for the doctor instead!
Quack!
GtD.

20 May 04 - 01:15 PM (#1189856)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Amos

O', 'ow oi wish oi could be there! :>)

A

20 May 04 - 04:35 PM (#1190047)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Mrs.Duck

Well only 24 hours to go (or less). Final round up of knickers and instruments, throat lozenges etc. Rough outline of the weekend will be as follows

Friday night
Arrive and pitch tents, park vans etc. Catch up with old friends and new over a few pints accompanied by singing and music.

Saturday
Morning Breakfasts available in the pub from 9ish   until about 10ish (Forgot to ask price but seem to recall it was a bloody good feed last year and around £4 including toast tea and coffee)
Sit and soak up the sunshine or play a few tunes, sing a few songs to gently wake up the world. Adventurous could take a walk around the area (there is some sort of nature reseve fairly close) or even drive into Selby and look at the minster or shops.
Afternoon At some point there will be an old time american session tunes and songs in the gazebo (no not the one over the toilet!) and no doubt others will continue the singing and playing either in the bar or if weather is fine (and it WILL be) outside on the campsite.
Later in the afternoon Liz will treat us to her version of Have we got bollocks for you!' or something like that
BBQ will be at around 6 and the Black Dog staff will be cooking burgers, sausages, chicken etc. to buy.
Evening Singaround in the darts bar - lots of good chorus numbers hopefully.
Music session in the other bar
As the night wears on we will gather together in the darts bar and have a mixed session with a few tunes followed by a few songs etc.
It will be possible to use the gazebo for music up until closing time but after that we are better inside so as not to upset neighbours.

Sunday
Morning
Breakfasts will again be available from 9 - 10 after which they need to set up for Sunday lunches so don't be late!
Big sing in the bar - roll out some of those rousing anthems
Afternoon
Survivors sessions until everyone departs.
Those having Sunday lunch are requested to hang on until around 2.30 to give kitchen staff time to cope.

The pub also does an excellent range of food throughout the day.

The Yorkshire gathering has always been something of an informal affair and the above is only a rough timetable although you will get fed!!! The main point of the weekend is to enjoy so look forward to seeing everyone tomorrow - we can't get there until around 5ish so if you get there sooner just make yourselves known to Gary and Tracy (Black Dog landlord and landlady) and they will do their best to help you.

Can't wait.
Jane

20 May 04 - 05:00 PM (#1190089)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Mrs.Duck

Nearly forgot to mention the raffle! All donations very welcome - Little Duckling will be in charge of extorting money from you with menaces!

20 May 04 - 05:08 PM (#1190107)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Tig

Gather badges are printed - now all Badger has to do is get them made up :-).

20 May 04 - 07:29 PM (#1190243)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Liz the Squeak

Soddit... I knew I forgot something... must find more knickers that don't resemble spudbags or balls of elastic.

See you all later!!

LTS

20 May 04 - 07:44 PM (#1190257)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Sorcha

Sorch, Jon and Pip arriving around 15:00-ish on Friday...hope someone is there to direct us? Jon and Pip NOT staying the night.

20 May 04 - 07:49 PM (#1190261)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: BanjoRay

I'll probably get there mid morning Saturday - well in time for the Old Time session, anyway - If I can find the pub, this time.
Cheers
Ray

21 May 04 - 03:42 AM (#1190510)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Davetnova

Are knickers compulsory?

21 May 04 - 06:03 AM (#1190589)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: My guru always said

Safe journeys all, wish I were coming to gather with you *sob*, have fun & take plenty of photos!
Love'n'hugs,
Hil

21 May 04 - 08:11 AM (#1190650)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: GUEST

Not sure who will be there then Sorcha - maybe Colk or even Tig and Badger but we can't make it before around 5 as geoff is working in Sheffield and although I have come home I do have to wait for him, but at least I can have everything ready to go as soon as he does get here.
Why am I writing this when you are obviously already en route duh!!!!!

21 May 04 - 08:14 AM (#1190651)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: GUEST,Mrs.Duck

Sorry that was me for some reason my PC is not holding on to cookies today someone must have been fiddling.

21 May 04 - 08:27 AM (#1190659)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: GUEST,MMario

anyone there yet? Do we have communication with the site? Huh?Huh? What's happening?

21 May 04 - 08:36 AM (#1190665)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: GUEST

Sadly pubs own computer is not functioning and I forgot to ask anyone who had a laptop or similar to bring it - the pub does have a connection just no machine. Anyone reading this who hasn't set off and could bring one please do.

21 May 04 - 09:14 AM (#1190694)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Morticia

doesn't look like we are going to make it......have fun everyone!

21 May 04 - 09:41 AM (#1190705)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Tig

We'll miss you Morti :-( I'll have a pint or so on your behalf.

Hope the ankle gets a lot better soon.

Love and hugs
xxxxxxxxxxx

21 May 04 - 02:57 PM (#1190954)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: YorkshireYankee

Hi All,

Yorks. Yankee's husband here - I guess that makes me Yorkshire Englishman or Yorkshire Limey or something.

Just to let you know, she (and her freshly baked cookies) are on their way. She is also bringing my laptop, in response to whoever it was that was bemoaning the lack of geek toys.

If she isn't there by 9pm, she might be lost - call her on 0781 280 1175 and you might be able to talk her through final approach.

--
Yorkshire (non-)Yankee

21 May 04 - 03:03 PM (#1190959)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: GUEST,MMario

*grin* the geek toys will allow them to stay in communication - (hopefully)

THANK YOU!

21 May 04 - 08:50 PM (#1191202)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: YorkshireYankee

Well MMario,

I don't see any new postings here - so I guess they found the cookies of more interest!

Y (n)Y

22 May 04 - 07:39 AM (#1191427)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: 8_Pints

Good news!

The motorcaravan passed its MOT see we can drive it on the roads and see you later today.

We'll ask aboutpatking availability by ringing Vikki.

CU soon

Bob vG

22 May 04 - 08:55 PM (#1191770)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Morticia

they've been quiet, haven't they? I do hope Yorkshire Yankee got there with the lap top......my guess is she did, but they are all having such a good time no-one thought to use it......I'm trying hard not to mind....

22 May 04 - 09:01 PM (#1191775)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: harpmaker

Mort' We could'nt make it this year aswell, right now, on ere it seems right quiet

23 May 04 - 12:56 AM (#1191844)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: YorkshireYankee

YY made it there with the laptop, but it seems the connection is not as connected as it could be...

Y (n)Y

23 May 04 - 12:40 PM (#1192015)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: fiddler

Well I got there, and back, new experience - fun - hows the foot morti - I told pixie you coulda trained up an I would've driven you both up there - hey ho hope you are feeling better - it was far too hot and farr too much beer music and song

hugsnall

A
XXX

23 May 04 - 12:53 PM (#1192020)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: kendall

Damn, Morty! I feel bad that I wasn't there to drive you.

23 May 04 - 03:07 PM (#1192094)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Catherine Jayne

Just got back! Had a wonderful time...thanks to the Ducks and Gary and Tracy at the Black Dog. Pleny of photos were taken.....will post them shortly!!

23 May 04 - 03:12 PM (#1192098)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: nutty

I second everything that's been said ...... I've had a lovely couple of days with lots of good music and much laughter. Who could want more? Oh, and, the weather was good as well (during the day anyway)

23 May 04 - 03:27 PM (#1192112)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: wigan

thanks mrs duck,liz, and anyone else who helps
had a good weekend. met new friends. pity I got lost in york on way home. still,that's better than getting lost on way down

23 May 04 - 04:16 PM (#1192145)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Mrs.Duck

Just got back and found children under the layers of grime. Time to unwind with a glass of wine and some aftersun. So glad people had a good time. Lovely to meet new faces and other parts and really great to meet Sorcha at last. No voice left to teach tomorrow but who cares, it was fun! And in front of many witnesses Tracy said 'See you all next year' which by my reckoning means the 20th May 2005 only 362 days to go! Will post piccies and ransom notes soon. Thanks everyone for making it another great gathering.

23 May 04 - 04:47 PM (#1192176)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Tig

How much NOT to put some of those pictures on the site :-)))

Great weekend, hope all my 'Victims' have survived and are feeling better/looser.

Now about that next one Jane ............

23 May 04 - 05:07 PM (#1192194)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Mrs.Duck

Some would say I was 'loose ' enough already :0)

23 May 04 - 05:51 PM (#1192220)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Liz the Squeak

Thank you everyone who took part in the quiz 'Never mind the clues, it's all bollocks', I hope you had fun and will never ask me to do anything like it again.

Special thanks to Bassic and Wigan, two splendid chaps... it's been ages since I got my leg over anything and then two came at once......

And even more special thanks to Mrs Duck who organised it all with the help of Geoff (who did everything else) and the Black Dog. Next year is in the diary already.

LTS

23 May 04 - 06:00 PM (#1192231)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Micca

Well, a Splendid effort by all concerned, especially the staff of the "Black Dog for making such an assortment of Loonies, weirdos etc feel very welcome,and for the Terrrifffic food!!!, To Jane and Geoff, without whom it wouldn't have happend and to Liz for the Quiz. and to everyone who participated, some of the Musical highlights were, Sue vG singing the "luckiest Sailor" and Linda and Hazel singing anything, but especially Linda singing, absolutely deadpan, the parody "Leylandii"!!!
there are a small, selection of pix There Here More will follow later

23 May 04 - 06:38 PM (#1192262)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Mrs.Duck

I took loads of pix but here are some of the non ransom ones
Captions to follow

24 May 04 - 03:20 AM (#1192443)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Catherine Jayne

Jane...we can't see your piccies....need to make sure you have clicked on the Share Album option!!

24 May 04 - 03:29 AM (#1192448)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: fiddler

Seems like I need to book up next year then!

So far I appear asleep in one photo!

Soon

A

24 May 04 - 04:02 AM (#1192468)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Davetnova

Well I heard the Ladies singing
and I heard the Limpit snore
and I heard the Yorkshire Yankee
singing Hard Times are no more

I met big Ducks
I met small ones
and some of them were cute
I cuddled Raedwulf's bottom
It really is a beaut

Heard Sorcha on her fiddle
and Ian on his flute
a wheel went flat on the way back home
and I think I'm still drunk

24 May 04 - 04:02 AM (#1192470)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: GUEST

Sorry Mrs Duck, but I can't access your photo's .... is it a Morning After thing or am I just thick.

24 May 04 - 04:48 AM (#1192493)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Raedwulf

Consider all those thank you's seconded with happy little growlz! Brilliant weekend!!

Rædwulf

P.S. I sincerely hope that was Mrs.Dave, cos whilst I remember certain incidents only too clearly, I don't remember davetnova gettings his hands on my backside!

P.P.S. Guest - don't worry. At the moment no-one can access Jane's photo's cos she hasn't set it up correctly yet.

24 May 04 - 04:49 AM (#1192494)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Linda Kelly

Thanks Jane and Geoff-it was fab-my arms are now covered in camomile lotion having got burnt yesterday, which considerng I froze to death the night before is a somewhat strange feeling. So nice to see everone again. Linda

24 May 04 - 04:53 AM (#1192496)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: BanjoRay

My usual sessions are with instrumentalists who can't sing for toffee, so it was great to hear some really good singing this weekend - well done people.
Cheers
Ray

24 May 04 - 07:12 AM (#1192589)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Mrs.Duck

Oops sorry - was trying to get them up in a hurry. Can't do anything from here as I am at work and don't have the password! Will click the sharing thing later and put on the other pics - proof of the pudding wulfie! Sitting here now listening to Hissyfit which we have had on in the classroom all morning. About time these kids heard some decent music!

24 May 04 - 11:20 AM (#1192773)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Willa

I had a great time. Thanks to all involved; good music/singing/company/food and even good weather. Didn't realise until this morning that I'd caught the sun. Thanks to Maddie, too, for doing the raffle.I wonder how many 'catters Sorcha has got on her list now?

24 May 04 - 01:48 PM (#1192918)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Davetnova

Sorry Wulfie, wish it had been me but the poem was from Dave, you obviously made a big impression there. I wrote one called Crush of the Day on the way home - before flat tyre - but I'll save it til I see him again ... mmm... lovely... haven't had so much fun since Mayday. Please stop calling me Mrs Dave - call me Maisie Nan like my dad used to. Looks like my technophobia might be almost cured. Big hugs all round - Nancy

24 May 04 - 02:22 PM (#1192956)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Raedwulf

Maisie Nan, thy wish is granted (but don't blame me for the previous, all us blokes were too busy going "corrrrr" to actually find out your name & naturally the competition wasn't going to enlighten us... ;) ).

Mind you, I'm now worried - either there is a big hole in my memory (& I distinctly remember your hands wandering, I'm sure!) or davetn is using poetic licence as a weapon...

;)

R

24 May 04 - 02:59 PM (#1192994)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Firecat

I think I've recovered!

Liz the Squeak is good at swingball! I had fun!

All at work that were in this afternoon were asking what I'd done cos I was brown!

24 May 04 - 03:00 PM (#1192995)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Mrs.Duck

Right I think I have finally figured out this photo lark so
Try here

24 May 04 - 03:07 PM (#1192998)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: maisienan

Thank you Wulfie for your kind words, but no, it wasn't me. I just looked, I swear I never touched. Hey look folks, my technophobia's clean disappeared, so much so I've gone and got my own e-mail address and joined you Mudcats. Hooray, no more will I be confused with my old man. Suitors please form an orderly queue, no pushing now. Love to all you lassies too.

24 May 04 - 04:40 PM (#1193070)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Tig

Honest Badger WAS there too!!!!!!!!!!!!

How about I up the bribes??????????

24 May 04 - 04:44 PM (#1193072)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Zany Mouse

Oooohhhh - it sounds wonderful. Sad we couldn't make it.

Rhiannon

24 May 04 - 05:38 PM (#1193113)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Liz the Squeak

Great photos Mrs D, but who's that with the big bogie?

Surely it can't be me?

Mind you, it did taste lovely!

LTS

24 May 04 - 07:29 PM (#1193204)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Raggytash

number 300 ..........well why not

24 May 04 - 08:45 PM (#1193267)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: 8_Pints

I'm sure I posted thanx to the Ducks and all that contributed to a lovely week-end yesterday, but it must have been a 'phantom deposit'!

Bob vG

25 May 04 - 07:20 AM (#1193500)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Mrs.Duck

Just in case anyone hadn't worked out that there were now three albums on the photos here is another clicky to the home page.
Gathering pics

25 May 04 - 02:13 PM (#1193860)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: wigan

mrs duck, can i get a copy of the pic of me &my bike? PPLLEEEEASE

25 May 04 - 04:16 PM (#1193888)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Pistachio

A huge thank you to the Ducks and ducklings for organising the weekend. I thoroughly enjoyed my 2nd Yorkshire Gathering and the weather helped by permitting much outdoor singing. Yorkshire Yankee, thanks for all your songs, Sue and Bob, thanks for all the songs (and cheese) and Linda, Les and Maggie, thanks for getting me involved in the first place.Lovely to re-meet some familiar faces,   (Nutty, Colin, Frank) and make some new friends. Micca, I'll wait to hear your own version of Thiepval sometime soon. I hope to catch up with more of you at the Beverley Folk Festival 18 - 20 June. Cheers, Hazel.

27 May 04 - 11:31 AM (#1195066)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: alanww

Yes, thanks to the Ducks for doing their bit to help organise it and great to see so many Mudcat friends ...
Now off to Chippenham ...
"Abroad for pleasure ...!"
Alan

27 May 04 - 11:39 AM (#1195074)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Sorcha

I can only get to 7 photos....why?

27 May 04 - 11:55 AM (#1195096)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Mrs.Duck

You need to follow the link that says back to Mrs canards photos which gives access to the other albums. Alternatively the second link in my last post takes you direct to them - around 100 of them!!

29 May 04 - 08:42 PM (#1196832)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: YorkshireYankee

Echoing what's already been said... Many, many thanks to the Ducks for organising this do! And thanks to Maddie for all her fine work on the raffles -- how much did we raise for Mudcat, Mrs D? (BTW, great pix!)

Once again, I really enjoyed getting to see so many of the faces that belong to the (by now) familiar names. Special thanks to Bill Sables (and Lorna!) for putting me up/putting up with me for a couple of nights -- especially at such a very busy time for them.

Thanks to Willa for indulging me by learning "Hola Hee Hola Ho" (and so quickly, too!) so we could sing it together -- you did a great job! Really enjoyed the singing of *so* many folks, can't even list them all, cos I'm afraid I'll leave someone out, but there were some great singers there! Linda & Pistachio -- your singing blew me away! As it was for Micca, a particular high point for me was hearing Sue Van G sing Linda's song "The Luckiest Sailor"... a flawless rendition of a powerfully moving song. Also, Geoff the Duck's magnificent *solo* rendition of "Duelling Banjos" was a performance which will linger *long* in my memory!

Hope to see some of you again before too long...

Cheers,

YY
(who *tried* to post this Tues eve... and again Wed a.m.... then had to head out of town)

30 May 04 - 09:09 AM (#1197059)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: Mrs.Duck

If I've done my sums right the ammount raised was £70 which I will send to Gareth or give to Bill whichever is easiest.

31 May 04 - 05:36 AM (#1197526)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: wigan

p.s add to last message.
also wanted to thank davetnova for letting me play his mando, leadfingers for the whistle tips, and everyone who made me feel part of the group. really enjoyed it and looking forward to next year

31 May 04 - 03:50 PM (#1197798)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: harpmaker

I was talking to Hazel (Pistacio) yesterday, and she was telling what a great time you all had.
Sorry to DaveTnova & Nancy for not letting you know that we could not make it, but if its any consilation, we look foreward to seeing you at the Beverley folk festival.
And your room is ready BTW!!
John&Christine.

31 May 04 - 07:29 PM (#1197966)
Subject: RE: Yorkshire Gathering 2004
From: maisienan

hey harpmaker no sweat. if you'd been there i might not have noticed the other lovely guys. had so much fun i had to become a mudcat in my own right. looking forward to seeing you and christine soon - luv & peace - nancy