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30-11-2006, 08:31 PM
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Originally Posted by Boddie  Pete.
The 8th is a Friday so what is the agenda? Have you got your dates wrong or are you having the Friday off, or travelling up on the Friday evening. I am easy either way as am due 11 days. I am also cool to drive.
So let me know what you are planning, which days, accomodation etc etc. As usual I am cool with whatever.
If anyone else fancies this let us now | Doh  I got my dates mixed up - I am working on the 8th - What I meant was up on the saturday (9th) to formby- one nights b+b next door to martin mere (assuming they have vacancies, which i'll check out tommorow) then martin mere on the sunday before coming back late sunday afternoon.
If you (boddie) are up for driving I suggest that I pick up john on the way if hes fit then rendevous at yours.
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30-11-2006, 08:35 PM
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Yeah I am Cool in the Gang with that. Anyone else fancy it before we start booking rooms? Will be driving from Brum |
30-11-2006, 08:38 PM
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Originally Posted by Boddie Yeah I am Cool in the Gang with that. Anyone else fancy it before we start booking rooms? Will be driving from Brum.... | ... and I'll be driving up to brum from the chilterns if anyone down here wants a lift
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30-11-2006, 08:56 PM
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Originally Posted by eeyore Doh I got my dates mixed up - I am working on the 8th - What I meant was up on the saturday (9th) to formby- one nights b+b next door to martin mere (assuming they have vacancies, which i'll check out tommorow) then martin mere on the sunday before coming back late sunday afternoon.
If you (boddie) are up for driving I suggest that I pick up john on the way if hes fit then rendevous at yours. | I think I am going to be ok for that weekend as I am feeling a lot better than I was. I have even had my new glasses arrive early so that is a bonus as I wasn't expecting them until Dec 8th.
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30-11-2006, 09:00 PM
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Originally Posted by John I think I am going to be ok for that weekend as I am feeling a lot better than I was. I have even had my new glasses arrive early so that is a bonus as I wasn't expecting them until Dec 8th.
John | sweet , i'll find out room availability and cost tommorow then we will have to say for deffo after that
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01-12-2006, 09:38 AM
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Originally Posted by eeyore Doh I got my dates mixed up - I am working on the 8th - What I meant was up on the saturday (9th) to formby- one nights b+b next door to martin mere (assuming they have vacancies, which i'll check out tommorow) then martin mere on the sunday before coming back late sunday afternoon.
If you (boddie) are up for driving I suggest that I pick up john on the way if hes fit then rendevous at yours. | I fancy it very much theres some stunning views today I am going up to Martin Mere later.
I know some good eating houses at reasonable prices.
Besides Martin Mere theres Mere Sands Wood 2 miles away 15mins drive then Marshside superb for wading birds and many other interesting things.
John has my mobile no if want to contact me.
Have a great day.
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01-12-2006, 11:23 AM
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Cool
Looks like the plan is coming together well |
02-12-2006, 11:50 AM
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Originally Posted by eeyore sweet , i'll find out room availability and cost tommorow then we will have to say for deffo after that | Is the trip definately happening if so what time to expect to arrive?
Where is going to be the first meeting point?
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02-12-2006, 05:37 PM
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Pete and I are definitely going. John needs only to confirm |
02-12-2006, 06:30 PM
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Originally Posted by Boddie Pete and I are definitely going. John needs only to confirm | yep i'm definitely on for it - we havent fixed a meeting time yet as it depends on departure time and that depends on whether i am picking john up first - i reckon formby for the first stop.
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02-12-2006, 06:30 PM
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Originally Posted by Boddie Pete and I are definitely going. John needs only to confirm | Yep, I'll be there.
Are you picking me up on the way Pete?
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02-12-2006, 06:36 PM
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Originally Posted by John Yep, I'll be there.
Are you picking me up on the way Pete?
John | yep - If I pick you up at circa 8am then we can aim for an 8.30 RV at boddies place for around a 9am departure - that should get us to formby about 11.30-12. I dont know formby that well so perhaps mr Cheeky would like to suggest a meeting point there ( adj best spot for red squizells preferably).
I'll get onto the accom asap and let you guys know the plan early next week - am i right in thinking you would prefer a b+B john or is camping on the cards ?
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02-12-2006, 06:58 PM
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Originally Posted by eeyore yep - If I pick you up at circa 8am then we can aim for an 8.30 RV at boddies place for around a 9am departure - that should get us to formby about 11.30-12. I dont know formby that well so perhaps mr Cheeky would like to suggest a meeting point there ( adj best spot for red squizells preferably). | I'll keep my eye up for the edetails then. I'm ok with whatever time and arangements you decide upon.
[quote=eeyore;74995]I'll get onto the accom asap and let you guys know the plan early next week - am i right in thinking you would prefer a b+B john or is camping on the cards ?
I don't mind whichever as long as the camp site is reccied.
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02-12-2006, 07:06 PM
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[quote=John;75005]I'll keep my eye up for the edetails then. I'm ok with whatever time and arangements you decide upon. Quote:
Originally Posted by eeyore I'll get onto the accom asap and let you guys know the plan early next week - am i right in thinking you would prefer a b+B john or is camping on the cards ?
I don't mind whichever as long as the camp site is reccied.
John |
We reccied and found one with lighting and no ledges |
02-12-2006, 08:38 PM
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03-12-2006, 07:41 AM
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Originally Posted by eeyore yep - If I pick you up at circa 8am then we can aim for an 8.30 RV at boddies place for around a 9am departure - that should get us to formby about 11.30-12. I dont know formby that well so perhaps mr Cheeky would like to suggest a meeting point there ( adj best spot for red squizells preferably).
I'll get onto the accom asap and let you guys know the plan early next week - am i right in thinking you would prefer a b+B john or is camping on the cards ? |
Hi Eeyoue
Just inside the reserve is best to park.......... I will arrange everything with John on the phone and give him the best route.............. Theres a very good 2 for 1 restaurant near bye
Are you bringing a picnic lunch or would you like to go the restaurant for lunch eg Cammon steak £8.95 for two or mixed grill massive £11.95.............
We could also do Marshside after Formby Point only 20mins away........ I am informed there are snow buntings there.........
Where are you staying? If its near Marin Mere you are much better visiting there first and Mere Sands Wood................ let me know your final plans.
Cheers
Peter 1
Ps Theres a very good campsite near Martin Mere at Mere Brow 10mins away.The one nearest is closed.   |
03-12-2006, 08:33 AM
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Here is a link to the Red Squirrel site at Formby. Red squirrel conservation and the Formby red squirrels
And here is where it is. Easy peasy to find I would have thought. Streetmap.co.uk- search results
Off the M57 to jnct 7, Turn left then pick up the A5207 to the A465. Turn right and keep going along there until you reach Formby. Still continue towards the other side of Formby where the road swings to the left and under the railway. This should be Victoria Road. Drive straight down there to the Visitor Centre.
Is that right Peter?
I will await the outcome of the final details as I will fit into whatever plans you make.
John
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Reason: Added directions to Formby
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03-12-2006, 11:32 AM
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I fancy camping. I dont know what everyone else feels? |
03-12-2006, 09:42 PM
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I fancy camping. I dont know what everyone else feels? | I'm down with that - I'm looking at campsite near martin mere now , i'll check out the mere brow option - however I think we will definitely go with the original plan of formby first because we wont want to leave the tents once they are up.
Also i was planning on bringing a stove and some scran (and some beer) - too much eating out stretches the budget a bit much for me
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03-12-2006, 09:49 PM
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Originally Posted by eeyore I'm down with that - I'm looking at campsite near martin mere now , i'll check out the mere brow option - however I think we will definitely go with the original plan of formby first because we wont want to leave the tents once they are up.
Also i was planning on bringing a stove and some scran (and some beer) - too much eating out stretches the budget a bit much for me |
Yeah I am cool with that. A nice camp stove cooked meal. Lovely |
03-12-2006, 09:57 PM
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Originally Posted by Boddie Yeah I am cool with that. A nice camp stove cooked meal. Lovely | lunch wise I suggest we grab some sarnies or summat - tempting though the eaterie sounds i'm not up with paying 11 quid for lunch
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04-12-2006, 07:51 AM
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Originally Posted by eeyore lunch wise I suggest we grab some sarnies or summat - tempting though the eaterie sounds i'm not up with paying 11 quid for lunch | Re lunch Sat theres a very good Tesco on the bye pass into Formby.I would go to Martin Mere first if it was me. Re lunch theres a very good Weatherspoons where you can get a pint and a burgar for £3.99...................
THe best thing to do for lunch is put sandwiches up like I will ve doing before I leave to meet you all............ I will also be doing a flask of coffee for myself.
OK all have a good week.
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04-12-2006, 08:57 AM
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Originally Posted by eeyore lunch wise I suggest we grab some sarnies or summat - tempting though the eaterie sounds i'm not up with paying 11 quid for lunch | Sure it says above 2 for 1. I'd say thats a good price. £5.50 if you're going halves. | |
