Mudcat Eurogathering 2004 - May 1st-3rd

Subject: RE: Mudcat Eurogathering 2004 - May 1st-3rd
From: Dave Bryant
Date: 08 Mar 04 - 11:28 AM

Is jOhn9 doing the catering ?

Andreas - I'm sure that Skip isn't going to give away state secrets to a German spy :-)

Subject: RE: Mudcat Eurogathering 2004 - May 1st-3rd
From: KJ
Date: 08 Mar 04 - 12:42 PM

Drop into our wonderful birthing unit on the way in to your cultural tour of 'Ull Skippy, it'll get everyone in the mood for the scenic delights 'Ull has to offer.
(Got some good pubs though folks)
(No NOT the birthing unit!!)

Subject: RE: Mudcat Eurogathering 2004 - May 1st-3rd
From: Eric the Viking
Date: 08 Mar 04 - 04:27 PM

Skipjack-URGENT is it ten or twelve bicycles you want me to collect the weekend before the bash? Get back as soon as possible, because some of them might need adjusting and tyres pumped up.

Subject: RE: Mudcat Eurogathering 2004 - May 1st-3rd
From: MudGuard
Date: 09 Mar 04 - 11:15 AM

Oh yes, let us have a cycling trip!
Eric, please reserve the tallest bike for me!

Subject: RE: Mudcat Eurogathering 2004 - May 1st-3rd
From: Susanne (skw)
Date: 09 Mar 04 - 02:30 PM

No way, Andy! You're tall enough as it is! (Well, you might be able to serve as our crow's nest ...)
Anyway, doing the cultural tour by bike seems a great idea (said she, never having biked in 'Ull before). And it doesn't really seem worthwhile to find a bus for a fifteen-minute tour, does it?

Now, if I'm still allowed to come along after this nasty aside:
Dave Bryant - yes, I'd like to borrow one half of your spare tent (actually, both halves might be called for ...). So, thanks for the offer. Does it come with transport to and from the campsite? And, as I said earlier, I'll bring my own sleeping bag.

Subject: RE: Mudcat Eurogathering 2004 - May 1st-3rd
From: Dave Bryant
Date: 10 Mar 04 - 05:18 AM

Susanne - if you borrow the tent, it's up to you who you share it with ! - it's only a small (igloo style) eurohike. They'll probably be an airbed to go with it if you want. We'll have spare seats available in the car if you wish to travel at the same time as us.
We might also be able to dispense the odd cuppa etc.

Is this biking thing serious ? - we could bring a couple of folding bikes with us if so.

Subject: RE: Mudcat Eurogathering 2004 - May 1st-3rd
From: MudGuard
Date: 10 Mar 04 - 05:54 AM

Dave - have you never met Eric?
Because if you had met him, you'd never ask whether he can be serious ;-) ;-) ;-)

Subject: RE: Mudcat Eurogathering 2004 - May 1st-3rd
From: Dave Bryant
Date: 10 Mar 04 - 08:09 AM

Oh bugger - just after I'd managed to find my cycle clips and puncture outfit !

Subject: RE: Mudcat Eurogathering 2004 - May 1st-3rd
From: GUEST,Letty (guesting)
Date: 10 Mar 04 - 01:18 PM

Cycling doesn't seem like a bad idea at all. I've just purchased a second-hand bike here for 25 euro (plus 12,50 repairs), and I'm gradually learning (by trial and error) how to use the gears. Would you believe I've never had a bike with gears before? They're redundant in the Netherlands. Oh MudGuard, I'll do a German song for you instead. Or a Dutch one. Or maybe both.
OK, on topic: I'm too lazy to PM you, Skip, but I'd like to come on the tour.

Letty

Subject: RE: Mudcat Eurogathering 2004 - May 1st-3rd
From: Wilfried Schaum
Date: 11 Mar 04 - 02:35 AM

When Letty bikes, I'll do it also. Reserve a tall one (bicycle, not Letty) for me, I have guard measure (6' and above).

Wilfried

Subject: RE: Mudcat Eurogathering 2004 - May 1st-3rd
From: mooman
Date: 11 Mar 04 - 03:52 AM

Does this bike-o-mania breaking out all over mean I should bring my folding Brompton as well? (will mean leaving one instrument behind!)

moo (Richard)

Subject: RE: Mudcat Eurogathering 2004 - May 1st-3rd
From: Dave Bryant
Date: 11 Mar 04 - 04:51 AM

A bike would be one way to do a tour de Hull as long as the vapours from jOhn9's curries aren't likely to seriously corrode essential parts. Perhaps Oakley could design some whelk-powered propulsion units. Noreen - I'll offer you a lift on the handlebars - it would make it quite fun trying to get to the bell !

Seriously, I think we quite likely will bring bikes with us - they can go in the caravan for the trip up.

Subject: RE: Mudcat Eurogathering 2004 - May 1st-3rd
From: Wolfgang
Date: 11 Mar 04 - 07:18 AM

I have it down that Doo Ron and Glen have bagged the double room at the B&B over the road, and that Wolfgang has first refusal on the other, single room there (if he doesn't fancy the indoor camping in my bothy).

The single at the B&B over the road can be fixed for me from Friday to Sunday.

Wolfgang

Subject: RE: Mudcat Eurogathering 2004 - May 1st-3rd
From: Wilfried Schaum
Date: 11 Mar 04 - 11:45 AM

Consider again, mooman - a bike you need only half a day, an additional instrument all the time. Please do me the favour and bring as many instruments as possible.

Eager to hear you
Wilfried

Subject: RE: Mudcat Eurogathering 2004 - May 1st-3rd
From: Eric the Viking
Date: 11 Mar 04 - 12:29 PM

Don't worry Richard. I've got a tandem for you and Pat!

Subject: RE: Mudcat Eurogathering 2004 - May 1st-3rd
From: Dave Bryant
Date: 12 Mar 04 - 04:22 AM

Perhaps we could form a Barrow cycle display team - forming pyramids and that sort of thing.

Subject: RE: Mudcat Eurogathering 2004 - May 1st-3rd
From: Skipjack K8
Date: 12 Mar 04 - 11:07 AM

Oh no, no, no, no, no! Don't start the the stuff about the 'Helmets again; it near got Oakers and meself permanently removed from these parts.

Whilst bicyles are a splendid transport solution for the sessions, I fear the 26 mile round trip might affect some sore arses, and the two point seven deaths that statistics can prove we should expect might dampen enthusiasm for the ride home. Seriously, I was T-boned out of the cycle lane in the middle of Hull9 last summer by some twat of a driver who 'didn't see' me, despite the dayglo lycra, and I durn't fancy having Mudblood on my hands.

Subject: RE: Mudcat Eurogathering 2004 - May 1st-3rd
From: MudGuard
Date: 12 Mar 04 - 11:26 AM

Mudblood? Hermione, are you still alive?

Greg, could you please explain the term "t-boned" to a non-English cyclist? I only know t-bone steaks but in Portaferry you didn't look as if you had been on the barbecue...

48 days!

Subject: RE: Mudcat Eurogathering 2004 - May 1st-3rd
From: Rt Revd Sir jOhn from Hull
Date: 12 Mar 04 - 11:30 AM

a cycle tour of hull might not be a good idea, whilst hull is completely flat, half the taxi drivers in Hull are blind, the other half are drunk, and the other half are stupid.

Subject: RE: Mudcat Eurogathering 2004 - May 1st-3rd
From: Eric the Viking
Date: 12 Mar 04 - 02:00 PM

OK, cycle tour is off-except for Richard and Pat who'll do it on the tandem!

Subject: RE: Mudcat Eurogathering 2004 - May 1st-3rd
From: Wilfried Schaum
Date: 13 Mar 04 - 05:22 AM

Thanks, Eric. Spoken like a man.

Subject: RE: Mudcat Eurogathering 2004 - May 1st-3rd
From: Terry K
Date: 14 Mar 04 - 04:45 AM

I reckon I may bring my bike for the trips between campsite and venue - can't risk the licence.

Subject: RE: Mudcat Eurogathering 2004 - May 1st-3rd
From: Les from Hull
Date: 14 Mar 04 - 05:24 AM

I'm still not sure if I'll be available for the cultural tour of Hull or not. Maggie and I discussed it and we said that we might give Moor and Coast a miss for one year. If I'm in Hull I'll be delighted to give you all the runaround (and I can cetainly use a few £57s).

I'm imagining a walking tour of the Old Town following the route of the Fish Pavement. If I'm not available there should be a leaflet available from the Tourism Office (under the City Hall) that will give details of the buildings on the route (I was involved in helping produce this leaflet when I 'worked' for the Council).

The route passes (through?) at least three of our significant pubs, Minerva, Black Boy and Olde White Harte. Anyone who favours museums over pubs (anyone?) can visit them (they're free!) while the others wait in congenial settings for the others to catch up.

Les

Subject: RE: Mudcat Eurogathering 2004 - May 1st-3rd
From: Terry K
Date: 15 Mar 04 - 12:56 PM

I seem to recall the Spencers Arms was a good place to get into a fight.

Subject: RE: Mudcat Eurogathering 2004 - May 1st-3rd
From: GUEST,Oaklet
Date: 15 Mar 04 - 01:19 PM

Fighting for Beginners is one of a series of workshops offered by Skip during the weekend. It covers fighting etiquette, techniques and tips to make you a more confident brawler. Some find the sudden eruption of senseless violence a bit exclusive and cliquey and the course is designed to provide a way into this charming and rewarding pastime. I have no idea how much he'll charge but I suspect it will be in the region of £57 not including accommodation. Just bring a pool cue stand and a long piece of wood with a big nail sticking out.

Subject: RE: Mudcat Eurogathering 2004 - May 1st-3rd
From: Skipjack K8
Date: 15 Mar 04 - 02:09 PM

Right, who wants some?

Subject: RE: Mudcat Eurogathering 2004 - May 1st-3rd
From: Fibula Mattock
Date: 15 Mar 04 - 02:15 PM

Aha! The true story behind Oakley's tongue-in-a-sling. Paid 57 quid for that, did you Oaks? "Bit my tongue", my arse!

Subject: RE: Mudcat Eurogathering 2004 - May 1st-3rd
From: Oaklet
Date: 15 Mar 04 - 03:33 PM

You should have seen the other three by the time I'd finished with them. Fibulamatic, will you please cease making references to your behind as I am fearful that I am building up to another disturbed night. I was planning to dream about owls. Bugger.

Subject: RE: Mudcat Eurogathering 2004 - May 1st-3rd
From: Dave Bryant
Date: 16 Mar 04 - 04:49 AM

Fib if you want someone to practice your fighting skills on, you could try giving me a beating - I won't put up much resistance.

Oakley - if you have trouble getting to sleep at night, you could always try counting Whelks.

Subject: RE: Mudcat Eurogathering 2004 - May 1st-3rd
From: Noreen
Date: 16 Mar 04 - 05:40 AM

You lookin at me?

Subject: RE: Mudcat Eurogathering 2004 - May 1st-3rd
From: Oaklet
Date: 16 Mar 04 - 05:44 AM

You calling my pint a pouf?

Subject: RE: Mudcat Eurogathering 2004 - May 1st-3rd
From: mooman
Date: 16 Mar 04 - 05:56 AM

All tickets fully booked now and raring to go....

Unfortunately The Good Lady will not be with me this year as she has a temporary job which doesn't fit in with the timing easily (sorry Wilfried...I know you wanted a rerun of "Our Town" but the Viking and myself will do our best...) and I won't be needing the tandem Eric unless you need me to tow some drunken passenger along!

I'll PM His Oiliness with my travel details so a Skipelf can help me from Hull9.

Wot instruments should I bring?

Richard

Subject: RE: Mudcat Eurogathering 2004 - May 1st-3rd
From: Noreen
Date: 16 Mar 04 - 06:10 AM

A found harmonium and a hand-baked ocarina.

Subject: RE: Mudcat Eurogathering 2004 - May 1st-3rd
From: mooman
Date: 16 Mar 04 - 06:16 AM

...I have a half-baked ocaronium. Would that do?

Love

moo

Subject: RE: Mudcat Eurogathering 2004 - May 1st-3rd
From: GUEST,susanne (skw), home-less
Date: 16 Mar 04 - 06:20 AM

Never noticed anything half-baked about you, Richard! CU!

Subject: RE: Mudcat Eurogathering 2004 - May 1st-3rd
From: Dave Bryant
Date: 16 Mar 04 - 06:42 AM

Noreen - you ought to know by now, that none of the fellas can keep their eyes off you !

Subject: RE: Mudcat Eurogathering 2004 - May 1st-3rd
From: Rt Revd Sir jOhn from Hull
Date: 17 Mar 04 - 06:34 AM

Subject: RE: Mudcat Eurogathering 2004 - May 1st-3rd
From: danensis
Date: 17 Mar 04 - 08:39 AM

Tim and I are still planning to be present at some stage, but Sue is having problems again, so may not be with us,

Subject: RE: Mudcat Eurogathering 2004 - May 1st-3rd
From: MudGuard
Date: 17 Mar 04 - 08:59 AM

And here the latest list:

1 Greg Skipjack
2 Eric the Viking
3 Fibula Mattock
4 Letty
5 Wilfried Schaum
6 Susanne skw
7 Wolfgang
8 Terry K
9 Richard (mooman)
10 Pat (Lady McMoo)
11 Dave Bryant
12 Linda (Essex Girl)
13 Kate
14 Sarah (Kate's housemate)
15 John from Hull9
16 Oaklet
17 Noreen
18 Stewart
19 Bloke in the Corner
20 Andy (MudGuard)
21 John Rouse
22 Tim
23 Doug Chadwick

24 Les from Hull
25 Sue?
26 Bron (Llanfair)?
27 KJ?
28 Deanmeister?
29 - 3x Some of the Ducks/Ducklings?


Countdown: 43 days...

Subject: RE: Mudcat Eurogathering 2004 - May 1st-3rd
From: MudGuard
Date: 23 Mar 04 - 12:09 PM

37 days to go...

Subject: RE: Mudcat Eurogathering 2004 - May 1st-3rd
From: Dave Bryant
Date: 24 Mar 04 - 06:37 AM

Linda and I are arranging to pick up Susanne and Wolfgang from Stansted on Friday morning and bring them up with us.

We'll still want to put our caravan on the site suggested by Doug.
I assume that Susanne will probably wish to put the tent thay we're lending her there as well.

Is Bron bringing her camper ? - what other campers are there likely to be ?

If there are enough people on site to warrant it, Linda & I could always bring one of our herd of gazebos.

Subject: RE: Mudcat Eurogathering 2004 - May 1st-3rd
From: MudGuard
Date: 24 Mar 04 - 02:02 PM

Important question:

Will there be a raffle?
If so, I have to start thinking about what to bring as a prize...


36 days!

Subject: RE: Mudcat Eurogathering 2004 - May 1st-3rd
From: Wilfried Schaum
Date: 25 Mar 04 - 05:47 AM

Dave - Do you have 1 place for me, too, to pick me up from Stansted? I haven't booked yet and can accomodate my arrival.

Wilfried

Subject: RE: Mudcat Eurogathering 2004 - May 1st-3rd
From: MudGuard
Date: 25 Mar 04 - 06:34 AM

Wilfried, that might depend on whether you mind riding on the roof of Dave's campervan... ;-)

Subject: RE: Mudcat Eurogathering 2004 - May 1st-3rd
From: Dave Bryant
Date: 25 Mar 04 - 07:09 AM

Actually Andreas, we have a caravan and car - not a campervan.

We might be able to manage if we use my car rather than Linda's - five of us plus a caravan is rather a load for a Vauxhall Astra 1.7 diesel and my Peugeot 405 1.9 diesel isn't that much bigger. How much do you all weigh - I don't think we'd have room if you're all as big as Andreas ? Thank god the run through Linconshire is very flat - we'd never make it up the hills to somewhere like Whitby !

Anyway Wilfried, I've PMed you with details.

Subject: RE: Mudcat Eurogathering 2004 - May 1st-3rd
From: MudGuard
Date: 25 Mar 04 - 08:16 AM

I ain't big! I am tall!

Subject: RE: Mudcat Eurogathering 2004 - May 1st-3rd
From: Dave Bryant
Date: 25 Mar 04 - 09:54 AM

Andreas - OK I just didn't specify which dimension you were big in - I supoose you could always stick out of the sun-roof :-))

Subject: RE: Mudcat Eurogathering 2004 - May 1st-3rd
From: Wilfried Schaum
Date: 26 Mar 04 - 03:09 AM

Let's test it in 2 groups: 1 with, 1 without.

Subject: RE: Mudcat Eurogathering 2004 - May 1st-3rd
From: MudGuard
Date: 26 Mar 04 - 03:16 AM

Wilfried, what do you want to test?

Subject: RE: Mudcat Eurogathering 2004 - May 1st-3rd
From: Wilfried Schaum
Date: 26 Mar 04 - 07:19 AM

Performing music, naturally. 1 group sober, 1 group inebriated. Susanne (skw) will be filled up only halfways and make the umpire.
But looking back I don't find Susie's post I referred to any more.