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17 Jul 06 - 07:12 AM (#1785405) Subject: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: Mr Happy Me & new line-up, 'The Indescribables' will be in attendance in Uppermill in t'hills above Oldham at the end of the month. http://www.safra.org.uk/ Who else going? |
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17 Jul 06 - 07:21 AM (#1785408) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: GUEST,Tom Bliss Us. |
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17 Jul 06 - 07:48 AM (#1785413) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: 8_Pints Shellbacks Bob vG |
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17 Jul 06 - 07:54 AM (#1785416) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: GUEST,Blowz at work Unfortunately, (well, hopefully not TOO unfortunately) I'm awa on my hols in Dorset that week (28th July to 5th August) - I DO hope to go next year, though Blowz |
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17 Jul 06 - 08:48 AM (#1785444) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: muppitz I'll be there with the boys! (That's the Moor & Coast boys for anyone who doesn't know!) Mister Bliss, do you and Bunny have your itinery yet? muppitz x |
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17 Jul 06 - 08:52 AM (#1785449) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: Tig We're going to Hardraw which is the same weekend - shame I would have liked to go to Saddleworth. |
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17 Jul 06 - 08:55 AM (#1785452) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: Mr Happy yes Tig, an unfortunate clash of 2 great do's! |
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17 Jul 06 - 08:58 AM (#1785457) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: treewind Us. (Mary and Anahata) |
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17 Jul 06 - 09:56 AM (#1785503) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: Abuwood Not that I'm planning ahead or anything but do we have a date for 07? Back to the usual school end of term or staying at the end of the month? We are bringing Clarabelle for the first time this year, when does the campsite open? Ali & Steve |
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17 Jul 06 - 10:21 AM (#1785517) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: ossonflags Me and Mrs. 'Flags |
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17 Jul 06 - 11:11 AM (#1785552) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: nutty Me ... I'm running the "Folk on the Internet" Workshops again. |
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17 Jul 06 - 11:44 AM (#1785575) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: GUEST,muppett I'll be there in the Waggon |
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17 Jul 06 - 12:02 PM (#1785590) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: ossonflags Hiya Muppett !! have a check of yer PM's I've sent you one, me. |
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17 Jul 06 - 12:54 PM (#1785635) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: Sooz Me an' Mr Sooz. |
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17 Jul 06 - 01:03 PM (#1785640) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: r.padgett Could be interesting! Saddleworth is of course in Yorkshire and what a lovely place and smashing pubs ~ sitting by the side of the canal, or in the Civic Hall listening to Eric Bogle and John Monroe, with a pint served by Glen and Chris Them there two Tom's are there as well) No doubt the Sunday night in the Cross Keys again then a trip back 'Over the Mountains' to Holmfirth on Monday If it rains tho' you can swim on the camp site (sorry Ali)! If it dunt you can sunbathe and them Moor and Coast people for you brekkie and Midnight feast! Lovely Touristy area Ray |
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17 Jul 06 - 01:15 PM (#1785653) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: Carol Shame it's the same weekend as Durham Folk Party this year. |
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17 Jul 06 - 01:44 PM (#1785679) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: suzi Hey there mr oss......and dont forget me....!!! |
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17 Jul 06 - 03:59 PM (#1785753) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: Mrs.Duck we will be there with shellbacks |
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17 Jul 06 - 06:39 PM (#1785909) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: GUEST,old git I'll be there MC ing the young performers set on Sat afternoon singaround on Sat night geoff Miller and I will again be doing the maritime session on Sunday...... this year with Barry and Ingrid Temple..looking forward to that I LOVE this festival!! no doubt will be looking for late night or early morning sustenance from Moor and Coast! see you there Geoff T |
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17 Jul 06 - 06:48 PM (#1785914) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: SussexCarole One of my favourite festivals too. Wish we could be there but sadly not this year. Fingers crossed that we can be there in 2007 |
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18 Jul 06 - 12:15 AM (#1786077) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: ossonflags I havent Suzi. |
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18 Jul 06 - 03:10 AM (#1786152) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: suzi cheers michael....see ya both soon. Bye the way mick kids arent coming now, they will be with their dad...x |
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18 Jul 06 - 06:13 PM (#1786716) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: Cath I had planned to get over this year but Peter has the Wailing Jennies at the Picturedrome on Saturday night and me and Jenny will be doing a raffle to raise funds for next year's Holmfirth Festival of Folk (cheap plug!) but maybe we might manage to drop in on Sunday. Cath |
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18 Jul 06 - 06:16 PM (#1786718) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: MoorleyMan The Wailin' Jennys?? They're great (and so's Holmfirth), but no contest - we all know Saddleworth's unique, and happens but once a year! I know where I'll be! |
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18 Jul 06 - 06:39 PM (#1786752) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: Pistachio Linda Kelly and I will be there - providing the battle bus gets us safe to and from Warwick this w/end. The weather hasn't helped my throat. Anyone else suffering? Is alcohol the answer?? Or is tonic and lime the culprit. I'll have the 'vocalzones' ready and I believe I MUST bring mozzie repellant! It's my first Sadleworth - I hope it's fun. H. x. PS Lindas' PC 'ist kaput'! If you need to get in touch please feel free to PM me !!! |
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18 Jul 06 - 06:54 PM (#1786772) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: 8_Pints Hi Hazel, We shall see you both there no doubt! Bob & Sue vG |
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19 Jul 06 - 03:46 AM (#1787043) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: Geoff the Duck Pisachio - make certain you don't spray the mozzies with throat lube and your siging bits wih fly repellant. We don't want mosquitos singing as they throw themselves into our beer. See you there. Quack! GtD. |
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19 Jul 06 - 04:32 AM (#1787070) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: GUEST,padgett Alcohol isnt the answer to a bad throat long term You need lots of water every day, join the water bottle carriers brigade Ray |
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19 Jul 06 - 05:53 AM (#1787111) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: GUEST,old git a hipflask full of rum and shrub!! |
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19 Jul 06 - 08:17 AM (#1787171) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: VIN Me & me Jeeeem and mebbe more will be there. See y'all there! Hope weather's like this, well mebbe a wee bit cooler?! Vin |
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19 Jul 06 - 09:06 AM (#1787190) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: GUEST We'll be popping back and forth over the mountains from Huddersfield over the weekend trying to juggle toddler bedtimes, babysitters and great music. Looking forward to it. F |
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19 Jul 06 - 09:09 AM (#1787192) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: GUEST PS - Anyone know when Eric Boggle and Scolds Bridle are playing and whether it's possible to buy tickets just for these concerts - no mention of this on the SAFRA website. Cheers F |
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19 Jul 06 - 09:43 AM (#1787215) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: ossonflags Hazel, I to suffer at this time of the year with voice problems, I have been told by very wise people it is lot to do with pollen count and that. Drinking loads of water this weather certainly helps - and did I say this? no alchohol as we all know this dehydrates you.. Also I really suffer from the "Mudgies". This year acting on advice I have been taking vitamin B complex coupled with spraying meself with "Jungle" beastie repellant and this seems to do the trick. I have been told that a skin preperation from "Avon" is the best anti midge thing going. See you at Warwick this weekend were we can compare potions. |
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19 Jul 06 - 11:14 AM (#1787302) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: GUEST,Wombat Raggytash and I will no doubt put in an appearance! |
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19 Jul 06 - 05:30 PM (#1787644) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: John Routledge I'm with Ossonflags on this one - water water water - with Vocalzones as a psycholigical back up. Hopefully results will show at Saddleworth.:0) |
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19 Jul 06 - 07:10 PM (#1787726) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: Pistachio Thanks for all your comments. I am a water drinker already but can always try more! Thanks for the Midge defence info too. See you. H. |
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20 Jul 06 - 04:33 AM (#1788000) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: GUEST,bigdrummergirl the Avon midge stuff is the Soft and Fresh Dry Oil Body spray, my friend who's normally eaten alive took some to Dubai and Singapore to try and didn't get bitten once. I've been using it and you can see midge swarms moving away when you spray it on! |
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20 Jul 06 - 05:56 AM (#1788057) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: GUEST,MC Fat May make it over this year perhaps Sat |
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20 Jul 06 - 08:43 AM (#1788138) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: folk1e Me an t'gaffer'l be there anall! Ahll sithee theyre! |
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20 Jul 06 - 09:48 AM (#1788185) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: ossonflags I will contact me Avon lady tonight. Hey Hazel,remind me to tell you and Linda the story about Oakley and the exploding trousers !! |
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20 Jul 06 - 01:38 PM (#1788397) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: squeezeboxhp will probably be there |
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20 Jul 06 - 04:33 PM (#1788541) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: LesB Am I to suppose, from the recent tone of this thread , that there is a mossie/midge problem at the campsite? Cheers Les |
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21 Jul 06 - 02:44 AM (#1788917) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: r.padgett Well I havent noticed it Les and you know what they say about midges! Ray |
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21 Jul 06 - 01:49 PM (#1789226) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: LesB Ah, just a midge fetish then. Les |
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22 Jul 06 - 08:22 AM (#1789787) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: Fran I can't get monday off work so can't go but say hi to those Colvin Quarmby boys on Sunday night, they are great and I have seen Eric and John twice so far this year, would love to be there:-( |
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23 Jul 06 - 05:17 AM (#1790513) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: GUEST |
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24 Jul 06 - 11:23 AM (#1791669) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: Soldier boy I'll be there |
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24 Jul 06 - 11:27 AM (#1791678) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: r.padgett Just got back from the Firework display at Warwick FF Hissys are Fit! Les and Maggie and Mick MCGarry Hope it dunt rain Ray |
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24 Jul 06 - 01:57 PM (#1791822) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: Pistachio Thanks Ray. The trusty Van got us home safe with only a little cough from the exhaust. My throat is under orders to relax and recuperate. Almost re-packed already for a Thursday pm departure! Looking forward to the Saddleworth experience and the Yorkshire rose event(!!!) H. (+ Linda) |
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24 Jul 06 - 04:57 PM (#1791964) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: Bernard One person who won't be there is Alio - the Festival Director. She's in hospital, having had an operation to remove a diverticulosis from her intestine. She's in a lot of pain, and likely to stay in hospital for two weeks, with at least a month or two convalescence afterwards. I'm sure you will join with me in wishing her well... I expect to visit her in hospital within the next couple of days, and will report back. |
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24 Jul 06 - 05:23 PM (#1791982) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: GUEST,Tom Bliss Give her my love and best Bernard |
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24 Jul 06 - 05:57 PM (#1792019) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: MoorleyMan Sad news indeed. Bernard, do give her my love and best wishes for the speediest possible recovery. |
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24 Jul 06 - 06:09 PM (#1792027) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: Rasener Send Ali my best wishes Bernard and hope that she has a speedy as possible recovery. Les Worrall |
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24 Jul 06 - 06:40 PM (#1792049) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: Bernard Will do, folks. |
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24 Jul 06 - 09:33 PM (#1792183) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: 8_Pints Bernard, Please add our best wishes for a speedy recovery also. Bob & Sue vG |
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25 Jul 06 - 04:04 AM (#1792429) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: GUEST,padgett O dear sorry to hear of Ali's operation, she'll need something to ease the pain later!! Ray |
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25 Jul 06 - 05:06 AM (#1792472) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: Zany Mouse Oh poor Ali. What rotten timing. Bernard, give her my very best wishes and I'll send as many positive thoughts as possible across the 'hills' Luv Rhiannon |
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25 Jul 06 - 07:19 AM (#1792537) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: Pistachio Best wishes to Alio. Sorry we'll miss meeting you again. My neighbour just went thru' the same op (age 65) and is doing fine so I hope you have a similar speedy recovery. Lots of love from Linda Kelly too. Hazel. x. |
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25 Jul 06 - 09:00 AM (#1792624) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: Mrs.Duck We all send our love and good wishes too. |
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25 Jul 06 - 09:28 AM (#1792644) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: Mr Happy me also.Get well soon Al! |
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25 Jul 06 - 09:48 AM (#1792658) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: Barb'ry Cunning plan, Ali - let some other soul do the announcements and song at the opening ceremony! Wishing you all the best for a rapid recovery. Lots of love Barb'ry xx |
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25 Jul 06 - 10:09 AM (#1792680) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: muppett Yep get well sooooooon |
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25 Jul 06 - 08:26 PM (#1793209) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: Raggytash Our best wishes for Ali's speedy recovery, to amended Wombat's previous contribution we have had an offer to sail on a tall ship at the weekend, a chance that may not be repeated. In view of this sadly we will not be making Saddleworth for the first time EVER. I hope it will be the wonderful festival it has been in the past and I know that all will have a great time at the best little festival I have ever been too. My thanks in absentia to all those wonderful people who have it such a great festival to date Cheers Raggytash & Wombat |
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25 Jul 06 - 08:28 PM (#1793212) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: Raggytash PS, Did I mention Glaisdale Sunday on the first Sunday of Whitby Folk Week ! |
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26 Jul 06 - 04:54 AM (#1793454) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: old git Well Ali... a pretty drastic way of keeping the Saddleworth thread at the top of the list!! |
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26 Jul 06 - 08:11 AM (#1793569) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: John J This really will not do!! Did Alio ask for permission to be ill? I don't think so. What is the world coming to?? :-) Best wishes for a speedy and painless recovery, John |
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26 Jul 06 - 08:13 AM (#1793570) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: Mark Dowding Not the best way to get publicity! I ran a folk club in a village near Peterborough in the late 80's and the landlord suggested we ran a festival using the field behind his pub. Everything went well on the organisation side - committee was set up, a ceilidh band was hired, a village procession was organised...then I fell off a ladder at work and broke my back six weeks before the event! The accident was mentioned in the local paper and it got out that I was organising the festival - I had photographers, reporters, radio interviewers round the bedside wanting to know all about it - especially when someone said that it might be possible to attend the festival lying on a trolley but doctors had said no - totally impractical of course. Got plenty of publicity though and we made more than a few bob for Leukemia research. Thankfully I recovered and we ran another festival the year after but no-one wanted to break anything for the cause! Get well soon Ali - we'll miss you! Cheers Mark |
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26 Jul 06 - 08:22 AM (#1793576) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: nutty I know how dear this festival is to Ali. She'll be gutted to miss it. (no pun intended) Get well soon Ali. Sadly I've had to pull out as well .... I've recently been diagnosed with an under-active thyroid and Lupus. Both of which are reacting badly to the recent heat-wave. I need to stay close to home until the medication is sorted. I still intend to present the workshops at Saltburn FF. HAVE FUN ........ I'LL BE THINKING OF YOU ALL PS - make sure you all go to support Hissyfit. |
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26 Jul 06 - 12:45 PM (#1793755) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: Pistachio Oh Hazel - what rotten news. I was going to attend your workshop....and after all if you hadn't invited Hissyfit to your 'do' 18 months ago we'd never have met Ali and not be on the bill this year. Oh woe. Hope you get sorted soon. Love ' n ' hugs fro9m me and Linda Kelly. (She is well but out of 'computing' action.) No more sick notes will be accepted. ! Hazel. x . |
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26 Jul 06 - 02:49 PM (#1793846) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: Blowzabella Have sent a card from me and DW Blowz |
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26 Jul 06 - 05:06 PM (#1793952) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: 8_Pints Does anyone have the postcode for the campsite so I can create a Multimap "blue clicky" for my mate? He will be coming from Sunderland and although the festival website provides a map to Uppermill it does not show the campsite itself. I seem to recollect it is in the Sport's Ground, but trawls of the local Oldham websites fail to locate it (unless its disguised under a different title). Hope Ali is recovering now, Bob vG |
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26 Jul 06 - 05:37 PM (#1793975) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: r.padgett Interest that 8 pints! the camp site looks difficult and long to access but you need to go round from Saddleworth 'Civic' by car as if you are heading for the road over the pennines, i think this is Greenfield. This is usually signposted for the camp site and gets you onto the large flat camp site which has a sports changing room etc. Once camped on the camp site the walk to Saddleworth is surprisingly short even at night! Ray |
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26 Jul 06 - 05:39 PM (#1793978) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: nutty Bob .... the campsite is at the end of Wellington Road,Greenside - as shown here on Multimap. To see everything plainly click on 'aerial' and the sports ground will come to life Multimap |
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26 Jul 06 - 06:59 PM (#1794045) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: 8_Pints Brilliant response Nutty! I'm sorry to hear you won't be with us this year. Hurry and get better soon. And thanks also Ray for the info: see you on Friday Night. Regards, Bob vG |
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26 Jul 06 - 07:05 PM (#1794048) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: Soldier boy I,m just camping (no weekend ticket). Does anyone know if you have to pay for camping tickets at the festival office in the Civic Hall as in previous years, or can you now pay at the campsite itself? |
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26 Jul 06 - 08:15 PM (#1794104) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: 8_Pints Soldier Boy, In the past we have gone directly to the campsite, informed the steward that we are performers. He allowed us to park our campervan and then buy the camping permit at the town hall. Bob vG |
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26 Jul 06 - 08:25 PM (#1794113) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: Mr Happy are the moorland fires having any negative a/effects in Uppermill? |
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27 Jul 06 - 03:54 AM (#1794313) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: GUEST,padgett Dunno but I suspect the heavy rainfall round Saddleworth keeps the incidents of fire quite low! Ray |
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27 Jul 06 - 05:39 AM (#1794353) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: andyval There's a fire at Stalybridge still going after a week but no real effect on the Uppermill area so far. There have been a few fires at Greenfield - the Costa del Dovestones having been very hot and dry for few weeks ! |
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27 Jul 06 - 06:10 AM (#1794370) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: GUEST,padgett OMG! not another thunderstorm I hope Ray |
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28 Jul 06 - 09:28 AM (#1795387) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: Soldier boy Refish |
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28 Jul 06 - 12:58 PM (#1795534) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: Cath Does anyone know if there is anything happening on Sunday afternoon that my 5 year old granddaughter might enjoy? She loves dancing! I can't find anything on the web site. Cath |
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30 Jul 06 - 12:41 PM (#1796984) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: r.padgett Well I am back Sunday Yorkshire won the War of the Roses much to the disgust of Scowie How we won I am not sure. We were up against the collective striking power of Sid Calderbank, Mark Dowding, Chris Harvey, Derek Gifford, Stanley Accrington and of course Keith Scowcroft The Yorkies were Hissifit (Linda and Hazel), who are going from strength to strength (watch out for the Minerva!!), Copper Kettle (Michael and Brian), Ray Padgett (me) and John Greaves On paper I reckon we didnt stand a chance, but truth will out and the Yorkists just came out on top (according to Geoff Miller) Well joking aside, what a brilliant weekend and very well attended. Some had been there since Thursday! I missed a lot due to an appointmenet with apint and song! Many thanks for all who supported the Yorkshire Garland workshop on Sat pm. Surprisingly we still have people to record in 2006!! O and yes it did rain a little bit Ray Thanks to all the committee and I hope Ali has a speedy recovery! |
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30 Jul 06 - 01:39 PM (#1797017) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: Bernard Ali is delighted to hear all your well-wishes (Gareth, her son, printed off this thread), and was flabberghasted when Copper Kettle turned up on the ward and sang for her! She's perked up a lot during the week since her operation, but is a long way off being fighting fit. If you want to send her a card, she's in Ward F5 (Bay 3), Royal Oldham Hospital, Westhulme Avenue, Oldham, Lancs, OL1 2PN (UK). |
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30 Jul 06 - 04:10 PM (#1797118) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: Mrs.Duck Just got back from another fantastic Saddleworth. 'I'm singing in the rain' |
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31 Jul 06 - 03:32 AM (#1797424) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: Mark Dowding Ray - I told Scowie to offer Geoff 10 but he said you'd offered 20. I told him to go back and make it 50 and if that failed he could go to a pound but no more than that! I'd like to say the best team won but of course they didn't. Seriously though it was an excellent event with a packed house. Thanks to everybody who came to the "Manchester Ballads" spot that Chris and I did on Saturday afternoon in a rather warm and stuffy room at the Commercial and also to Sid's Lancashire Garland" spot on Sunday. Chris and I are thinking of something different for next year but more of that nearer the time. Cheers Mark |
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31 Jul 06 - 04:03 AM (#1797444) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: r.padgett Cheers Mark Sorry I missed the 'Manchester Ballad session' , it clashed with 'The Yorkshire Garland' ~ and we had to book you at Barnsley to see your 'Harry Boardman' presentation!! Regards to Chris Anyone interested should hear the proper tune to 'Calico printers clerk' lot of research done by Mark Dowding and Chris Harvey All the best Ray |
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31 Jul 06 - 06:15 AM (#1797492) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: Red and White Rabbit returned from a great weekend in Saddleworth thanks to me young handsome chauffeur with the recovery van - thanks to everyone who looked out for me - it was great to see you all again too will really have to get in training for the next couple of weeks for Whitby - I hadnt realised how much training you needed to do for drinking and and having a good time! Scowie told me Geoff wouldnt dare let Yorkshire win - he had to eat his words on Sunday! Well done Yorkshire!!! |
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31 Jul 06 - 06:33 AM (#1797501) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: GUEST,old git just to echo what another great weekend it was. We had some great singarounds in the con club..and the Delph Donkey has a real kick!!! thanks to everyone who took part...apologies to those we couldn't fit in to the maritime set... but it was great that there were so many we couldn't fit them all in (if you know what I mean) Again the young performers (and youth certainly does not mean lack of quality) proved that , in spite of what some people would have us believe , folk music is not in its death throes. We will certainly be hearing a lot more of Jim Molyneux and Trasna (With that amount of talent already think what's to come in the future!). Uiscedwr almost literally went into meltdown in the overpowering heat to deliver a storming set in the Commercial. here's to the next one! geoff turner |
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31 Jul 06 - 08:15 AM (#1797569) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: GUEST,M.G.John I would personally like to thank the organisers and everyone who took part in this festival.It was most enjoyable and everyone was so friendly. Let's hope it continues in future years! |
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31 Jul 06 - 09:54 AM (#1797652) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: ossonflags It was nice. |
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31 Jul 06 - 12:24 PM (#1797806) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: GUEST,old git coming from you that is praise indeed Mick |
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31 Jul 06 - 12:51 PM (#1797848) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: GUEST,M.G.John Sorry folks I didna mean to write so formal |
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31 Jul 06 - 01:30 PM (#1797884) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: Pistachio THANK YOU - EVERYONE. Linda and I thoroughly enjoyed our extended weekend. It was great to catch up with so many familiar faces and make new friends too. The war of the roses caused us needless concern. It was such a unique event and we were delighted to be on the winning side. If Stanley Accrington had sung the song he saved for the folk club, Lancashire would have had the clapometer firmly on their side! I'd love to mention the highlights of our weekend in SADDLEWORTH but it was ALL so fantastic that we can't select a particular moment. Eric and John were superb, as ever, and the young talent was incredible. Our money is on Gene - what ability! It seems the only complaint was about the lack of fresh air in venues.... but I'll not moan about the weather we've had. We did not want to leave the survivors 'folk club' last night - what a superb end to a tiring but fantastic few days. Bob and Sue vG top marks for hospitality, Col K for Hugs and Scowie for being scary in opposition! Special Love to Ali and to Nutty and all I can say is THANKS again. Linda is still without easy computer access. I'll pass on any info. Keep smiling. H. x. |
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31 Jul 06 - 06:57 PM (#1798251) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: GUEST |
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01 Aug 06 - 05:48 AM (#1798532) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: ossonflags Thank you Geoff. |
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01 Aug 06 - 06:46 AM (#1798553) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: GUEST,MC Fat Think it's you who's avoiding me Hazel you better be at Whitby or else !! JIm |
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01 Aug 06 - 12:44 PM (#1798933) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: VIN Yep it was fab folks. Went so fast. CONGRATULATIONS AND THANKS to all the committee and stewards and residents of Uppermill for another great festival. Hard to believe t'was the ninth. A fab, friendly musical extravaganza listened to and performed by young and old! Highlights? difficult cos as Pistachio sez it was all so fabulous but I must mention the young-uns who once again shone brilliantly (no dis-respect to t'owd-eruns). Were'nt Trasna great – think what they'll be like in years to come! Anna & Cormac from Uiscedwr were also tremendous (you too Kevin!). I think Cormac must be the best Bohdrain player in the world, awesome!! Sadly, never got to see Talking Pie but hopefully next year? Talking of Pistachio – it was great to hear you Hazel & Linda (Hissyfit). Also good to talk to you and join with you in the choruses in the survivors session at the Cross Keys. Great night eh? Speaking of which, I was made up when Gerry Brady guested, brilliant to hear him and Tony Downes with the fabulous Hometowners . Thought I was back in MSG for a mo!! Finally, I think everyone missed the presence of Ali who i'm glad to hear is on the mend and look forward to seeing her back next year – the 10th , wow! Apologies if i did'nt recognise any mudcatters at first (my aging brain can't handle it! Tek care y'all Vin |
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01 Aug 06 - 02:09 PM (#1799010) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: GUEST,Brian Peters I spoke to Ali on the phone a few minutes ago; she's feeling rough and not looking forward to several weeks off work and enforced Taking It Easy, but she's very relieved that she had the operation in time. It was actually more serious than previously suggested on this thread: Ali had a ruptured bowel, and the operation she had was literally a life-saver. She's extremely grateful to the doctors concerned. Ali also asked me if I could pass on via Mudcat her love to everyone and her thanks for all the good wishes. She's received some good feedback about this year's festival and is already beginning to think about 2007. Atta girl! |
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01 Aug 06 - 02:32 PM (#1799042) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: Dave the Gnome 100! And I wasn't even there. Although someone said they did see me... :D (tG) |
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01 Aug 06 - 06:30 PM (#1799270) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: GUEST,old git And big thanks to Geoff who took on even more than the great amount of work he usually does because of Ali's absence. |
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02 Aug 06 - 05:10 AM (#1799614) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: GUEST,old git I meant Geoff Miller of course |
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02 Aug 06 - 05:12 AM (#1799619) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: GUEST,padgett That was Geoff Turner above [old git] cocking it up! Yes Geoff Miller did sterling work at Saddleworth and with lots on his mind |
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02 Aug 06 - 06:25 AM (#1799648) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: Pistachio Jim, I'll not be at Whitby. Foolishly I've got myself 1 week of work so unless my old man whizzzez me up by motorcycle on the Friday I have little chance of being in attendance. Oh woe are we! 'til next time ! H. |
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02 Aug 06 - 01:35 PM (#1799914) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: r.padgett Pistachio is it true that you are doing voice over work for Dark Chocolate that week? |
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02 Aug 06 - 02:18 PM (#1799932) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: Linda Kelly just got my computer working so add my heartfelt thanks to everyone, but especially Geoff for the amazing time we had. We enjoyed everything, from the singarounds, and the performances. Finally, an sensational last night at the Cross Keys and the wonderful late night drinking in 8 pints van. The War of the Roses was a rather lucky win and I remain in awe of the Lancashire team. I got home and wrote a song I was that inspired! As for Hazel' dark chocolate voice -it was sounding pretty fine to me over the weekend, so we are gearing up for Hull Shanty Festival in September! thanks again to everyone but especially Ali- we missed you very much and you are in our thoughts Linda xx |
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02 Aug 06 - 04:19 PM (#1800008) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: GUEST Has anyone got a review of the concert side of things for those of us who coud'nt go? |
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03 Aug 06 - 05:42 AM (#1800382) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: Red and White Rabbit Vin - unless they are talking again you wont get to see talking pie - they are no more - were supposed to come and do some stuff at my childrens workshop but I only got a slice of pie!! the others have gone their seperate ways I understand |
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03 Aug 06 - 08:05 AM (#1800436) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: VIN Ta for that Red & White Rabbit. Maybe i'll catch a slice of the pie in a future guise at some point. Good to see yuz at Saddleworth. Fab wannit? Hope to pop o'er the border sometime in the future and sus out one or two clubs over t'other side of the hill so to speak. Sheffield festival looks like it could be nice and then there's the Roy Bailey and Martin Simpson gig at Sheffield City Hall for Palestine children - must try and get to that!. Sithee folks :-) |
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03 Aug 06 - 09:58 AM (#1800496) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: Mr Happy unfortunately for me, I was suffering from highly painful sciatica so walking to & around the various events was a prob. However, had my chauffeuse drive my car up to the X Keys, where we enjoyed a fab sinaround sesh on Sat afternoon & again in the evening. The new management were very welcoming & late Saturday night presented us with several LARGE JUGS of 'SCORCHER'!! Whew!- Fab ale & company!! |
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03 Aug 06 - 01:23 PM (#1800683) Subject: RE: Saddleworth FF: Who's going? From: Red and White Rabbit as former Chair person of Sheffield Folk Festival I can recommend it - not involved really this year as too many other committments but the Kelham Island Museum is a fantastic venue and if you like a good mix of singing dancing and music it has a real balance ( Sheffield Folk Scene is generally buzzing and the Ceilidhsoc at the Uni really has them all dancing)- check it out if you want a festival to end the season on. |