Wade Posted August 3, 2017 Share Posted August 3, 2017 Following the last 4 successful UK annual smokers meets in Lincoln we are now looking to start planning for the Smokers meet for 2018. For the past 4 years we have met in Woodhall Spa (near Lincoln) however the feedback from some has been that this is a long way to travel. From my own perspective I would agree as this year it took me over 5 1/2 hours to get there from Kent. Whilst we are looking to fix a date for 2018 (it is usually the mid to end of July) we are also looking this year to see if there is a more suitable central venue. Ideally this would be: Located somewhere around Birmingham and Northampton area Be a 5 star campsite or equivalent Be willing to allow a BBQ event to take place We need it to cater for a variety of accommodation. Some members bring caravans or motor homes, others bring tents and others prefer to rent a cabin or Pod. We also need some creature comforts too, like clean toilets, hot showers, plenty of hot water for washing up and power to the pitches. If you are interested in attending next years meet, or can suggest a suitable venue, then please let us know. Thanks, Wade 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smokin Monkey Posted August 3, 2017 Share Posted August 3, 2017 Will start the hunt for a new Venue. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thenegativeone Posted August 10, 2017 Share Posted August 10, 2017 Hopefully I can attend next year!! What kind of area are we thinking would be a more suitable meeting point? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smokin Monkey Posted August 10, 2017 Share Posted August 10, 2017 Looking for a more Central location, possibly near M1. Nottingham down to Northampton, but must have Pods. National Water Centre @ Nottingham have new Pods this year so could be a possibility" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thenegativeone Posted August 10, 2017 Share Posted August 10, 2017 8 minutes ago, Smokin Monkey said: Looking for a more Central location, possibly near M1. Nottingham down to Northampton, but must have Pods. National Water Centre @ Nottingham have new Pods this year so could be a possibility" Cool, cheers, I'll have a gander ?? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrillerzintheMist Posted August 25, 2017 Share Posted August 25, 2017 What about the guys from OOP NORTH, and Scotland? Birmingham is at least at 5 hours away from me, but it's pretty much in the middle of the country UK wise, I'm not sure how much interest/members you have up past Manchester/Newcastle but every event I see seems to be way down south, way out of my range. Just wondering. ?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smokin Monkey Posted August 25, 2017 Share Posted August 25, 2017 That's the problem, a lot of events are south west, so want to bring it more north. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wade Posted August 28, 2017 Author Share Posted August 28, 2017 On 25/08/2017 at 7:09 PM, GrillerzintheMist said: What about the guys from OOP NORTH, and Scotland? Birmingham is at least at 5 hours away from me, but it's pretty much in the middle of the country UK wise, I'm not sure how much interest/members you have up past Manchester/Newcastle but every event I see seems to be way down south, way out of my range. The last 4 meets have been in Lincoln which has been a 5-7 hour drive for me from Kent. We are currently looking for a new venue that is a good compromise for as many people as possible. Do you have any venue suggestions? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martyn Catanach Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 (edited) Billing Aerodrome in Northampton hosts lots of events , is a nice location, might be worth looking at as it's not far off the M1 Edited September 3, 2017 by Martyn Catanach Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martyn Catanach Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 (edited) . Edited September 3, 2017 by Martyn Catanach Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martyn Catanach Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 (edited) 3 minutes ago, Martyn Catanach said: Billing Aerodrome in Northampton hosts lots of events , is a nice location, might be worth looking at as it's not far off the M1, it has camping and motor home facilities , has a small 'fair ground' for kids, a pub, lakes to boat in and is close to the main shops as well , here's a link https://www.billingaquadrome.com/#tab-2 that should be Billing Aquadrome Edited September 3, 2017 by Martyn Catanach Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smokin Monkey Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 2 minutes ago, Martyn Catanach said: Billing Aerodrome in Northampton hosts lots of events , is a nice location, might be worth looking at as it's not far off the M1 After 2016 Smokers weekend, I went and had a look at Billing. Now it's no where near as good as Woodhall, but it has lots of space and yes they do events. I talked to the Staff, and could not get a commitment, that we could have our own area, which could be a problem. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martyn Catanach Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 Grendon lakes, northampton might be worth looking at as well http://grendonlakes.co.uk/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smokin Monkey Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 I've searched all over, but we have one stumbling block, it must have Camping Pods. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martyn Catanach Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 Grendon lakes have tipis,what about Santa Pod ..... although I dont know their set up but we could smoke at 100 mph as we go down the strip, only trying to help Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smokin Monkey Posted September 4, 2017 Share Posted September 4, 2017 10 hours ago, Martyn Catanach said: Grendon lakes have tipis,what about Santa Pod ..... although I dont know their set up but we could smoke at 100 mph as we go down the strip, only trying to help All ideas are appreciated. Will look into Santa Pod. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wade Posted September 4, 2017 Author Share Posted September 4, 2017 Grendon Lakes look very pleasant but the glamping/pod options are quite limited and expensive. They seem to be really designed for large parties rather than for weekend couples. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wade Posted September 4, 2017 Author Share Posted September 4, 2017 Having scoured the camping/caravaning sites it looks as if Billing is probably the most likely central location. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smokin Monkey Posted September 4, 2017 Share Posted September 4, 2017 I agree, I have looked and can not find anything with the facilities in a central location. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smokin Monkey Posted September 4, 2017 Share Posted September 4, 2017 I will drop them an email again and see what reaction I get this year! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrillerzintheMist Posted September 4, 2017 Share Posted September 4, 2017 On 28/08/2017 at 7:57 AM, Wade said: The last 4 meets have been in Lincoln which has been a 5-7 hour drive for me from Kent. We are currently looking for a new venue that is a good compromise for as many people as possible. Do you have any venue suggestions? Nope, sorry Wade, I don't really know anything about event venues. ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smokin Monkey Posted September 6, 2017 Share Posted September 6, 2017 We have had a good response from Billing Aquadrome, they are willing to give us or own area, my not be next to the Area that holds the Pods, but it's pretty close. We are in discussion with them regarding pitch costs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
valve90210 Posted September 7, 2017 Share Posted September 7, 2017 That's great news! Been a while since I went to Billing for a Vauxhall based car show but I remember it being a good location. May have to nab myself one of the pods this time around, it seems like a lot less hassle...and a lot less potential for flapping... I may try and drag some of my friends from work along too, see if I can get them into the world of bbq!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smokin Monkey Posted September 7, 2017 Share Posted September 7, 2017 11 hours ago, valve90210 said: That's great news! Been a while since I went to Billing for a Vauxhall based car show but I remember it being a good location. May have to nab myself one of the pods this time around, it seems like a lot less hassle...and a lot less potential for flapping... I may try and drag some of my friends from work along too, see if I can get them into the world of bbq!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martyn Catanach Posted September 7, 2017 Share Posted September 7, 2017 On 04/09/2017 at 10:47 AM, Wade said: Grendon Lakes look very pleasant but the glamping/pod options are quite limited and expensive. They seem to be really designed for large parties rather than for weekend couples. Grendon lakes do have 'feilds' and caravan and tent pitches they have a bar as well and the village pub, if you needed to visit is excellent Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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