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London Calling (to the Colours)

Started by Staffsyeoman , Jul 04 2011 03:28 PM

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#1 Staffsyeoman

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Posted 04 July 2011 - 03:28 PM

Friends,

Is it not time - whilst the nights still have light in the sky - for we London-based or nearly adjacent  Forum pals to have another convivial gathering, of a liquid and possibly fig-roll free nature?

I know it's holiday season, but I thought I'd get the ball rolling. Usual venue? This month or early next?  Over to y'all...

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Posted 04 July 2011 - 04:13 PM

I'm up for it, Phil, and I'm sure Mr Edwards can be persuaded too.  Float a couple of possible dates and let's see who can make them.

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Posted 04 July 2011 - 11:28 PM

Sounds a good idea, I am back in the UK for the next 3 weeks

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Posted 05 July 2011 - 07:51 AM

I'm up for it, though two caveats:

1. I'm on holiday from the 15th July for a week

2. Work is utter hell at present, so I might fall asleep with my face in a plate of chips ...

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Posted 05 July 2011 - 08:08 AM

Count me in aussi, but I shall try to eat all Broomer's chips before he puts his face in them.

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Posted 05 July 2011 - 10:19 AM

I suggest you quickly replace the plate of chips with a squishy cake and then eat the chips.


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Posted 05 July 2011 - 11:07 AM

View PostSteven Broomfield, on 05 July 2011 - 07:51 AM, said:

2. Work is utter hell at present, so I might fall asleep with my face in a plate of chips ...

No change there then.

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Posted 05 July 2011 - 11:43 AM

Well friends, how about a slot in the (mid?) week of 25 July or 1 August? Catches Mark (I hope) Broomers will be back from holidays...

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Posted 05 July 2011 - 12:30 PM

Week commencing 25th July suits me best. Any night.

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Posted 05 July 2011 - 09:44 PM

Unfortunatly the 25th is the day I head back to Norway.

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Posted 06 July 2011 - 12:02 PM

I have no objection to Mr B falling asleep in his chips; just as long as he doesn't fall asleep in mine  :lol:

If the date fits in with my work I will be there - Unless it's between 29 July & 7 Aug when I will again be back in France.


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Posted 06 July 2011 - 03:28 PM

Friends,

A pity we will miss one visitor from afar, but does 27 July look like a good mid-point to aim at?

Phil

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Posted 10 July 2011 - 10:45 AM

I'll stick my head above the parapet and say I'd be interested in coming along to keep an eye on Mr Gunner in "the doghouse". Either of those weeks is fine for me.

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Posted 10 July 2011 - 04:22 PM

I can make the 27th, if that's the date chosen.

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Posted 11 July 2011 - 04:22 PM

I hate the thought of Mick having to stand outside on his own so count me in for the 27th.

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Posted 11 July 2011 - 04:52 PM

I will certainly try and make the 27th

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Posted 11 July 2011 - 06:17 PM

View PostIce tiger, on 11 July 2011 - 04:22 PM, said:

I hate the thought of Mick having to stand outside on his own so count me in for the 27th.
And Glen makes three ...  :thumbsup:

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Posted 11 July 2011 - 08:27 PM

27th at the moment looks good for me too.

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Posted 11 July 2011 - 09:15 PM

Good for me too.

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Posted 13 July 2011 - 03:27 PM

I think 'the view of the kirk' is therefore 27th - let's go for it. Others welcome to tag on as available!

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Posted 13 July 2011 - 04:40 PM

For reasons too numerous to enumerate, and for memories I hold dear, I am delighted to say that I will attend.

Where is it? The Pineapple?

I'll have an early night on the 26th so I can eat Andy's chips before sleeping in my own.

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Posted 14 July 2011 - 08:14 AM

I was thinking of The Pineapple for ease of access, but happy to consider alternatives...

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Posted 14 July 2011 - 09:42 AM

I'm working in London that day. Any objections to my popping along if I promise not to eat anyones chips!

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Posted 14 July 2011 - 11:36 AM

View PostSteven Broomfield, on 13 July 2011 - 04:40 PM, said:

I can eat Andy's chips before sleeping in my own.
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View PostGunboat, on 14 July 2011 - 09:42 AM, said:

I promise not to eat anyones chips!
:)

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Posted 25 July 2011 - 03:42 PM

Now the forum-hacking dust has settled, bumping this up a touch, thus:

The Pineapple, Weds 27 July, Start time 1900?
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