Guest Lya of the Nox Report post Posted May 17, 2007 Where do you get really cheap flights from? If I could get a flight from Manston to Edinburgh then I'll pop up if I can get a babysitter! manston not doing any domestic flights just now my life would be much easier if they did, when i go up it takes me bout 2 + hours to get to airport and 20 mins to get to mates house Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
forbsay Report post Posted July 21, 2007 So what does everyone reckon? Wouldn't be the end of July mind you................ Forbsay Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
David Matthew Baker Report post Posted July 21, 2007 I won't be able to make one till after the summer holidays now as in Kenya for the next 5/6 weeks. If I can make it though will attempt to come. I can drive to Edinburgh or Glasgow fairly quickly. Both have Youth Hostels as well so can stay over night then head back the day after or vise versa if you go for a Sunday. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bagpuss Report post Posted July 21, 2007 I'm stil a possible, but would depend on dates Couldn't make any time over the summer tbh. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
something vague Report post Posted July 22, 2007 What about a weekend in September? Weather should still be ok then ( well u know what I mean) and people will be back from their holidays. I hope you're still planning on edinburgh BTW SV Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
David Matthew Baker Report post Posted July 22, 2007 I expect I'll be okay for September. Just might have to bring some teacher training work with me. Can't see any problems though. One of my friends thinks I'm mad for trying to do so much come the autumn. I work better though when I have a reason to get the work out of the way. Ask the Kenyans. Normally they made comments that I was easy to distract. When it came to marking the exams though I had other stuff to be on with so managed to focus far better and get them out of the way quickly. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
carrieq Report post Posted July 22, 2007 September fine for me! Carrie Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pearl Report post Posted July 22, 2007 If its Edinburgh, & I'm free, yes. I lurve Edinburgh & tis on direct train line from where I live. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bagpuss Report post Posted July 22, 2007 (edited) September sounds good, although I can't make the weekend of the 8th (youngest dd's birthday and we are going away), or the last weekend (eldest dd's birthday party). Although the party is on the Sunday, so could possibly come up for the Saturday Edited July 22, 2007 by Bagpuss Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bagpuss Report post Posted July 22, 2007 Just clicked I'm visiting a mate the first weekend too, sorry, please don't try to arrange round me, if I can make I will, if not, will hopefully make next one Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
forbsay Report post Posted July 29, 2007 So what weekend in September? What do you want to do? Go for a meal or any other suggestions are most welcome............. Forbsay Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alyth_mum Report post Posted July 29, 2007 Would love to meet you lot BUT I'm afraid I usually come complete with up to 3 children unless it is on a school day between 10am-2pm in either Perth or Dundee Louise Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lynden Report post Posted July 29, 2007 Oooh if its at a time when we're at home (Banffshire will always be home!) then I could come as its only a couple hours drive. Lynne x Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bagpuss Report post Posted July 29, 2007 What about the weekend of the 22nd Sept? A meal sounds good, if it's adults only. If kiddies are coming too, maybe somewhere child friendly, with a play area.....if weather ok, somewhere outdoors perhaps? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
forbsay Report post Posted July 29, 2007 Well, I like the sound of a meal................. 22nd Sept sounds very appealin. Anyone else? By the way, all the chocolate cake has been eaten that I made. Back to work tomorrow, it has been a good 2 weeks hols and the best bit has been getting my wee ASD boy out of night time nappies I am a very very proud mummy! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bagpuss Report post Posted July 29, 2007 Well done to your little boy forbsay Please bake another cake for Sept Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bagpuss Report post Posted July 29, 2007 BTW, are we still looking at Edinburgh as the meet place? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
krystaltps Report post Posted July 29, 2007 I'd like to join in too... if that's ok? On the proviso that DH would not be offshore at the time (fingers crossed, will have to check his timetable). Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
carrieq Report post Posted July 30, 2007 At moment 22nd Sept sounds fine, will pencil it in!! Carrie Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
forbsay Report post Posted July 30, 2007 Yeh, it is going to be Edinburgh Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alyth_mum Report post Posted July 30, 2007 With or without children?? Louise Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
something vague Report post Posted July 31, 2007 I think 22 sept is ok for me : ) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
forbsay Report post Posted July 31, 2007 I am thinking maybe without kids this time - just go for a meal or something. What do you all reckon? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bagpuss Report post Posted July 31, 2007 I'm fine with that forbsay......22nd Sept, Edinburgh, no kids............freedom .................yay ...................(don't get out much ) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
carrieq Report post Posted July 31, 2007 Oh yes, a night out without kids!!!!! Carrie Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
forbsay Report post Posted August 24, 2007 Right then I think it is time to get the names organised for this. Who would like to come? Forbsay Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Lya of the Nox Report post Posted August 24, 2007 still negotiating Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bagpuss Report post Posted August 27, 2007 I'm still planning on coming Forbsay, possibly with Mr Baggy Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
carrieq Report post Posted August 28, 2007 Yes I can make it too. Only able to do late afternoon/early evening as oldest dd has a weekend of swimming galas! Looking forward to it Carrie Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cmuir Report post Posted August 28, 2007 A meal ... food (and drink?) - of course I'll come!!! Just let me know when and where. Caroline. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
something vague Report post Posted August 29, 2007 Did we agree 22 Sept? I would really like to come...am looking into train and accomodation. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
forbsay Report post Posted August 29, 2007 Yip, we agreed 22nd Sept. Just to decide on venue and time now............. Forbsay Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bagpuss Report post Posted August 29, 2007 I've just been checking out hotels and B & B's in Edinburgh......can't find anywhere reasonable that will accept a booking of one night over a weekend. The only one I did see, which was nice, was in Burntisland.........where the heck is that? SV, if you find anywhere, please let me know.................I'm scared DH will suggest we bring the van........ B.I.D......B.I.D.......B.I.D..............(Baggy In Distress) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
forbsay Report post Posted August 30, 2007 (edited) Em Burtisland is in fife - which is across the firth of forth. You would have to get a train if you stayed in Edinburgh. I will have a swizz and see if I can find anywhere......... what price range? Forbsay Edited August 30, 2007 by forbsay Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bagpuss Report post Posted August 30, 2007 Cheap as poss please Forbsay Preferrably without fleas Seriously, the one I saw in Burntisland was about �120 for DH and I for the night, which I thought was ok......seemed a very nice place I've even tried Travel lodge, but they won't accept a booking of one night. We only want to stay for the Sat night btw. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
carrieq Report post Posted August 30, 2007 What about a premier travel inn, there is one in the centre and some on the outskirts. Newcraighall is beside a station to get into the centre and on bus routes. Inveresk is a bit further out but fine if you bring the car as its less than 5 min drive from Newcraighall station. Holiday Inn Express is in Leith by Ocean Terminal, lovely shopping centre so is on bus routes into town. I don't know if they do one night at the weekend or not so I may not have helped!!! Carrie Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bagpuss Report post Posted August 30, 2007 Thanks Carrie, I'll have a look online and see what I can find out BTW, are we planning an evening meet up? Just wanted to confirm times because I've just sort of assumed it would be Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
something vague Report post Posted August 30, 2007 (edited) Oh my, whats happening in Edinburgh? Will the Festival or Tatto be on or is there a Bay City Rollers reunited convention? The BnB that i usually use is full up! I'm not sure if I'm going to make it folks SV Edited August 30, 2007 by something vague Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
forbsay Report post Posted August 30, 2007 No the festival and the tattoo will be finished.............. I personally think an evening meet up would be best. What time suits everyone? It not long away....... Bagpuss - any joy on the travel lodges or do you want me to google? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bagpuss Report post Posted August 30, 2007 Right, we've finally decided what to do.............we are coming in the van. I've found a site about 20 mins from Edinburgh, and we should be there for early afternoon, which will give us plenty of time to get ourselves sorted for an evening meet up. I've booked online, and just waiting for confirmation, although I can't see there being any probs. Think it'll be easier and cheaper that way. We were hoping to travel up by train and stay in hotel or B & B, but it's turned into a right palarva SV, what are friends for hun, come share our chemical loo and sleeping bags Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
