mr luvpants Posted November 9, 2008 Share Posted November 9, 2008 Many thanks for all those who came to the Essex meet today. We were both very pleased with the turnout. HOWEVER we have been chucked out again:biglaugh:! I cleared every thing with the manager last week and he made us a space in the pub. But when I left I asked him was everything ok to which he replied "NO". I can see where he is coming from. He has a business to run and he said we took up quite a few tables for 3 hours and we all did not buy food (we were one of these) so he lost a bit of money due to lost sales. So we are loking for another venue! We are after a pub that is child friendly and has a function room that is free to hire or has a large space that will enable us to not interfere with the regular guests. Preferably this ideal venue should be around the Chelmsford area. Any ideas? JOHN AND LISA Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBrammies Posted November 9, 2008 Share Posted November 9, 2008 you'll be getting a worst reputation than us the dormouse 12 lmao glad you had a good day Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tracy123 Posted November 9, 2008 Share Posted November 9, 2008 So you never really got chucked out then......... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest michelledenham Posted November 9, 2008 Share Posted November 9, 2008 Oh no, very sorry to hear that we were a pain. But I have to say, I had a great time. I arrived on my own and was greated by a very warm crowd. I had lots of good friendly chats and was really looking forward to the next one. I'll have a good think about a venue, but surley we could have been put in a different area of the pub which didn't have 'food' tables. Anyway, BIG THANKS XX Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T-bone Posted November 9, 2008 Share Posted November 9, 2008 Hello mate! The Fox & Raven is my local in Chelmsford and it's HUGE! You have loads of tables to take up. Failing that the 3 barrels in Chelmsford town centre has a room up for hire that's separate to the pub (about 50' on the other side of the car park to the bar). T Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mr luvpants Posted November 9, 2008 Author Share Posted November 9, 2008 T Bone Have you got any phone numbers or addresses that you can PM to me please? Do I take it that you are now longer thinking of going? JOHN Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T-bone Posted November 9, 2008 Share Posted November 9, 2008 I'll dig out some numbers and addresses tomorrow and PM you. As for going......I'm sitting on the fence! I thought I would come back from my reccie convinced that it's the best thing for me to do, however I came back in appreciating what I had. I'd love to have been at today's meet but I had a prior arrangement. I'm determined to make the next one though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Tracey from Braintree Posted November 9, 2008 Share Posted November 9, 2008 My local has a function room we could have for free but it's a bit 'in the sticks' and not a lot for kids (park next door but not within the grounds). It does do food though and you wouldn't be 'in the way' as the function room is generally not used. It's in a village just off the A120 by Braintree! Tracey. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest annemarie and brian Posted November 9, 2008 Share Posted November 9, 2008 Hi, I am sorry we were one of them that did not buy any food but i did have a great time meeting all the ones we did as we did leave early maybe the next one shall be better. annemarie and brian p.s it was nice to meet you all and debbie1 hope you have a great and safe journey. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve & Gina Posted November 9, 2008 Share Posted November 9, 2008 Thank John for all your efforts and first great meet-up as organiser. Loved the sign on the way in - very professional. We had a really nice time as always. All take care & see you again soon, Gina, Steve & family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest annemarie and brian Posted November 15, 2008 Share Posted November 15, 2008 do we have a new venue for the next meet. annemarie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T-bone Posted November 16, 2008 Share Posted November 16, 2008 I'm getting some venues together for Mr Luvpants.....so watch this space. T Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mr luvpants Posted November 16, 2008 Author Share Posted November 16, 2008 We will have for the next meet in January. JOHN Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest annemarie and brian Posted November 16, 2008 Share Posted November 16, 2008 thats good news. annemarie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve & Gina Posted November 16, 2008 Share Posted November 16, 2008 We're hoping and expecting to be flying out ONE WAY on 19th January so if poss please please John can you arrange the meet-up for the earlier part of Jan. We'd so much love to come to one more before we go. All have a wonderful Christmas & very best wishes to all:yesxmas: Gina & Steve x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mr luvpants Posted November 16, 2008 Author Share Posted November 16, 2008 Just had a look at the diary and we are going to go for 11 January 09. T Bone , can you ask your local if we can have the meet there, if you think it is suitable. please? JOHN Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve & Gina Posted November 16, 2008 Share Posted November 16, 2008 Excellent, so pleased, thanks John. Kindest regards Gina & Steve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lynnes Posted November 16, 2008 Share Posted November 16, 2008 this all sound very criptic. can i ask what exactly you are all meeting about. sorry to appear nosy but heyho, nothing ventred nothing gained. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest annemarie and brian Posted November 16, 2008 Share Posted November 16, 2008 hi, that sounds brillant let us know where and defiently (if when) i really want to make it,especially if its your last one gina and steve to say good bye and good luck. thanks john bye for now. annemarie and brian Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest annemarie and brian Posted November 16, 2008 Share Posted November 16, 2008 this all sound very criptic. can i ask what exactly you are all meeting about. sorry to appear nosy but heyho, nothing ventred nothing gained. hi, We all just meet up (anyone welcome) and talk about oz get advice off of people and generally have a good time,and meet new people in the same boat as you. i hope that helps annemarie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve & Gina Posted November 17, 2008 Share Posted November 17, 2008 this all sound very criptic. can i ask what exactly you are all meeting about. sorry to appear nosy but heyho, nothing ventred nothing gained. Hi Lynne, Sorry for the cryptic title, it's the result of a balloon incident a few months ago :skeptical:but please don't anyone be scared off. We are a friendly bunch and always welcome new faces. This thread was created after our last Essex meet-up and I'm sure a new thread will be created once all the details for a new meet-up have been decided. It's a meet-up arranged at a pub in Essex (still finding one I think!!) for anyone planning to move to Oz who wants to come along for a good chat:jiggy:, make friends, share info and pick up tips. It usually lasts a few hours. Everyone's welcome, obviously depends how far someone is prepared to travel.There's always families saying goodbye and leaving us for their sunnier lives in Oz. We really enjoy these meet-ups, as do many others. Hi Annemarie & Brian, Just spotted your message, thanks, we really hope you can make it to the next meet-up. Have a great Christmas and very much hope to see you again in January. Very best wishes Gina & Steve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest annemarie and brian Posted November 23, 2008 Share Posted November 23, 2008 :smile: Hi, how is everyone, Have you found a new venue yet! or is it under a different title on here. speak soon annemarie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mr luvpants Posted November 23, 2008 Author Share Posted November 23, 2008 T bone is on the case and a venue will be announced shortly. JOHN Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest annemarie and brian Posted November 23, 2008 Share Posted November 23, 2008 T bone is on the case and a venue will be announced shortly. JOHN Thank you. annemarie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mr luvpants Posted November 24, 2008 Author Share Posted November 24, 2008 Right, Just to throw another thing into the pot............. Next meet is on January 11th. I have just had a chat with the manager of the Halfway house. She said that she did not bar us and would be happy for us to return AS LONG AS the balloon incident does not happen again. The Halfway house is quite central and ideal for our needs. What does everyone think? Would you be happy to go back or shall T bone and I keep on searching? JOHN Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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