Briskoda Summer BBQ

jinxy72 · 02-05-2006, 16:32

sounds great idea

tippo1983 · 02-05-2006, 16:38

Count me in! i fooking love bbq's

Emily-Elizabeth · 02-05-2006, 16:57

Is there going to be a hotel nearby I can stay in? I have camped once and it was not really my thing.

Loz · 02-05-2006, 17:05

Quote:

Originally Posted by Octygone

Someone has all but said it .......but you will have a devils own job trying to persuade a camp/caravan site owner to let you have that much space for a weekend as it would stop their normal trade for two weeks (Saturday to Saturday) and they will loose a fortune !!!

Best bet is a showground or field, but you will need toilets, waste disposal and a safe water supply....................and it does need to be nearly flat

We are having just those problems trying to set up a BBQ and Camping around Marlborough........so good luck with the effort, we know how difficult it is

could we not just all book in separately? please feel free to slate me if thats a stupid idea, I've never been camping before (other than guide camp! hehe!)

blades · 02-05-2006, 18:23

there's a camp site near Peterborough (will post when I remember the name) - Just rememberd it Billing Aquadrome that is meant to be quite big and where a lot of clubs (landrover etc) meet up it may be of some use

simonsheil · 02-05-2006, 18:43

Quote:

could we not just all book in separately?

Problem would be getting pitched in the same area could be tricky. If it wasn't in the summer holidays you would get in fine but they will be very busy around this time.

Octygone · 02-05-2006, 18:45

Quote:

Originally Posted by Loz

could we not just all book in separately? please feel free to slate me if thats a stupid idea, I've never been camping before (other than guide camp! hehe!)

Trouble is most sites are quite busy and if three people got in over a weekend I would be very surprised as most pitches are booked by the week........

Also 99% of sites are very strict on rules and peace and quiet reigns after 10.30 pm.....no groups etc. etc.
so a show ground would be the better bet.

I hate shooting ideas down but we have already tried it and are still looking for a BBQ site for a meet near us....but keep looking....we are looking into "borrowing" a field some where out of town.....but the water, waste and toilets are still a headache

ChrisRs · 02-05-2006, 18:48

Quote:

I wouldn't mind bringing a whole barrel of Devon's finest ale

Is there such a thing!!

simonsheil · 02-05-2006, 18:53

One possibility which will require some one with local knowledge is a scout facility, which they may let out. They don't tend to use them all summer and are generally quite good.

Makefish · 02-05-2006, 19:05

Quote:

Originally Posted by simonsheil

One possibility which will require some one with local knowledge is a scout facility, which they may let out. They don't tend to use them all summer and are generally quite good.

Blimey, someone on Briskoda has actually got some intelligence, top idea.

bugman · 02-05-2006, 19:08

camping is a good idea. i go to the vw show in oswestry & van fest at malvern, mainly camper vans some beetles.shows, disco etc on night times....more of a famly atmostfer than the bigger shows down south.which means you not always worried about your car not being there when you get back or gangs of *****. organizers usually welcome other clubs as it is some thing else to add onto the billing list.plus you tend to get in cheaper if you go as a club....
it just an idea every one mite think it crap. but my famly & mates have had some cool weekends at such shows. clubs even run there own show n shine or best mod which give clubs a chance to show their cars off in the arenas to the public.plus a trophy for the winner.
ive ony ever owned beetles or golfs & have had a good time with these cars at such shows. it would be cool to be able to still do this type of thing now im driving a vrs.

AntvRS · 03-05-2006, 20:09

Quote:

Originally Posted by emily-elizabeth

Is there going to be a hotel nearby I can stay in? I have camped once and it was not really my thing.

Tuff titty missy! Going to have to ruff it!

postmanpat · 03-05-2006, 20:59

Went to a simmilar do for minis a few years back, they used a field attached to Rudding Holiday Park in Harrogate, excellent facilities, good driving roads, plenty of space for cars noise and games.

andy2407 · 03-05-2006, 23:17

I'm involved with a local Outdoor Activity Centre as a voluntarty director.
It is at Burrs Country Park, near Bury, North Manchester.
There is a camping field there that is no longer open for individual bookings, as the Caravan Club have opened a new camp site in the park, but I could almost certainly get us exclusive use of it for a group weekend.
Cost would be around £4.00 - £5.00 per head per night.
There is a pub that does reasonable meals less than 100 yards away, although we could just have a b-b-q and beers on the camp-site if preferred.
Campsite has separate toilets and shower blocks (20p coin-operated).
There is a cafe within the Activity Centre, which could be opened on the Sun morning for breakfast, if there is enough demand.
There are a few of us around this area who could sort out a driving route for the Saturday, and a canoeing session on Sunday morning might clear a few cob-webs.
I know its probably a bit further north than is ideal, but let me have your thoughts and I can investigate further.
The address is Burrs Activity Centre, Woodhill Road, Bury, Lancashire, BL8 1DA if you want to check where it is, and web-site is http://www.burrs.org.uk

andy ellis · 03-05-2006, 23:21

yep sounds good but need early august, away 19-26

bryand · 03-05-2006, 23:24

Quote:

Originally Posted by andy2407

I'm involved with a local Outdoor Activity Centre as a voluntary director.
It is at Burrs Country Park, near Bury, North Manchester.

IMHO this is the best lead so far, and if we want something this summer, our options are reducing daily. The more info the better, Andy.

andy2407 · 03-05-2006, 23:36

Here is the Bury Council's website link, with a bit more info on the park....
http://www.bury.gov.uk/Environment/P...fe/burrscp.htm

PussCat · 03-05-2006, 23:41

can't do the 5th/6th as I'll be at Ford Fair, down at Silverstone, that weekend!

We did just buy a tent the other day tho

bassy-alex · 03-05-2006, 23:44

I wouldnt mind comming along... cant do the second weekend cos Ive got a gig; also, depnds where it ends up being, but, sounds like fun!

fullfat · 04-05-2006, 00:07

Sounds good, i'm moving to Manchester in a couple of weeks! At the mo I can do either wknds that month

sharkrider · 05-05-2006, 18:54

sounds good to me, best idea for a place yet

edit: It would have to be the first weekend for me too!

vrsfab · 05-05-2006, 22:00

Sorry to throw a spanner in the works, but wouldn't it be better to go for early July when the kids are at school. Campsites should be a lot quieter and probably more receptive to larger groups. Just my thoughts

yashicamat · 07-05-2006, 16:35

Possibly, although I would have to hand the organisation over to someone else - I'm in hospital from 21st June to mid July.

But if it suits others then it'd be better. I've been stupidly busy recently, but I'll start fishing for venues soon.

oskah · 07-05-2006, 17:11

when ever it is I will be up for it. Just need to sort out getting myself another skoda pretty soon or I will have to park away from the group. ( or bring the gf fabia vrs but not much space for two and a dog and all the camping stuff + beer lol )

AwesomeSarah · 08-05-2006, 11:14

I agree that it would be better while the kids are at school.
If I can help organise this I dont mind.
I do end up being out of my house for quite a while with the travelling , but as I am the one pushing this I will help all I can
Sarah

View Poll Results: Ideal Date?
Sat 5th Aug to Sun 6th Aug	14	41.18%
Sat 12th Aug to Sun 13th Aug	13	38.24%
Neither of these dates	7	20.59%
Voters: 34. You may not vote on this poll

02-05-2006, 16:32	#26
jinxy72 Briskodian Join Date: May 2005 Location: south east Posts: 164 Members Car: Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Briskoda Summer BBQ sounds great idea __________________ 03 vrs estate ( silver ) + 06 vrs fabia ( black )

02-05-2006, 16:38	#27
tippo1983 Briskodian Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Risca, Newport Posts: 531 Members Car: Auris SR180 Thanks: 90 Thanked 8 Times in 7 Posts	Re: Briskoda Summer BBQ Count me in! i fooking love bbq's

02-05-2006, 16:57	#28
Emily-Elizabeth Briskodian Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Essex Posts: 3,650 Members Car: Silver Fabia vRS with cruise and 5 disk CD changer as the 6th slot has stopped working. Thanks: 21 Thanked 22 Times in 21 Posts	Re: Briskoda Summer BBQ Is there going to be a hotel nearby I can stay in? I have camped once and it was not really my thing. __________________

02-05-2006, 18:23	#30
blades Briskodian Join Date: Jan 2004 Posts: 500 Members Car: octavia vrs Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Briskoda Summer BBQ there's a camp site near Peterborough (will post when I remember the name) - Just rememberd it Billing Aquadrome that is meant to be quite big and where a lot of clubs (landrover etc) meet up it may be of some use

02-05-2006, 18:53	#34
simonsheil Briskodian Join Date: May 2005 Location: Cleator Moor Posts: 761 Members Car: Skoda Octavia & Felicia Fun Thanks: 8 Thanked 25 Times in 22 Posts	Re: Briskoda Summer BBQ One possibility which will require some one with local knowledge is a scout facility, which they may let out. They don't tend to use them all summer and are generally quite good.

02-05-2006, 19:08	#36
bugman Briskodian Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 156 Members Car: Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Briskoda Summer BBQ camping is a good idea. i go to the vw show in oswestry & van fest at malvern, mainly camper vans some beetles.shows, disco etc on night times....more of a famly atmostfer than the bigger shows down south.which means you not always worried about your car not being there when you get back or gangs of *****. organizers usually welcome other clubs as it is some thing else to add onto the billing list.plus you tend to get in cheaper if you go as a club.... it just an idea every one mite think it crap. but my famly & mates have had some cool weekends at such shows. clubs even run there own show n shine or best mod which give clubs a chance to show their cars off in the arenas to the public.plus a trophy for the winner. ive ony ever owned beetles or golfs & have had a good time with these cars at such shows. it would be cool to be able to still do this type of thing now im driving a vrs.

03-05-2006, 23:17	#39
andy2407 Briskodian Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Upper Ramsbottom Posts: 5,596 Members Car: Yellow Fabia vRS Thanks: 59 Thanked 224 Times in 181 Posts	Re: Briskoda Summer BBQ I'm involved with a local Outdoor Activity Centre as a voluntarty director. It is at Burrs Country Park, near Bury, North Manchester. There is a camping field there that is no longer open for individual bookings, as the Caravan Club have opened a new camp site in the park, but I could almost certainly get us exclusive use of it for a group weekend. Cost would be around £4.00 - £5.00 per head per night. There is a pub that does reasonable meals less than 100 yards away, although we could just have a b-b-q and beers on the camp-site if preferred. Campsite has separate toilets and shower blocks (20p coin-operated). There is a cafe within the Activity Centre, which could be opened on the Sun morning for breakfast, if there is enough demand. There are a few of us around this area who could sort out a driving route for the Saturday, and a canoeing session on Sunday morning might clear a few cob-webs. I know its probably a bit further north than is ideal, but let me have your thoughts and I can investigate further. The address is Burrs Activity Centre, Woodhill Road, Bury, Lancashire, BL8 1DA if you want to check where it is, and web-site is http://www.burrs.org.uk __________________ The future's bright The future's mellow Now with a little zest of Washbrook added Last edited by andy2407; 03-05-2006 at 23:23.

03-05-2006, 23:21	#40
andy ellis Briskodian Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Warrington Posts: 1,289 Members Car: Fabia Jabba TDi & Citroen C4 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Re: Briskoda Summer BBQ yep sounds good but need early august, away 19-26 __________________ Fabia TDI PD100 "Q" and driving school car. Citroen C4 Coupe 1.6hDi+EGS with disability adaptations.

03-05-2006, 23:36	#42
andy2407 Briskodian Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Upper Ramsbottom Posts: 5,596 Members Car: Yellow Fabia vRS Thanks: 59 Thanked 224 Times in 181 Posts	Re: Briskoda Summer BBQ Here is the Bury Council's website link, with a bit more info on the park.... http://www.bury.gov.uk/Environment/P...fe/burrscp.htm __________________ The future's bright The future's mellow Now with a little zest of Washbrook added

03-05-2006, 23:41	#43
PussCat Briskodian Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Cheshire Posts: 2,162 Members Car: Octy TDi Thanks: 6 Thanked 8 Times in 8 Posts	Re: Briskoda Summer BBQ can't do the 5th/6th as I'll be at Ford Fair, down at Silverstone, that weekend! We did just buy a tent the other day tho __________________ Cheers... Caz

03-05-2006, 23:44	#44
bassy-alex Briskodian Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: West Midlands, UK Posts: 120 Members Car: Felicia Fun Thanks: 2 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Re: Briskoda Summer BBQ I wouldnt mind comming along... cant do the second weekend cos Ive got a gig; also, depnds where it ends up being, but, sounds like fun! __________________ www.myspace.com/alexjenningz

04-05-2006, 00:07	#45
fullfat Briskodian Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Manchester UK Posts: 60 Members Car: Octavia vRS & Felicia Fun Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Briskoda Summer BBQ Sounds good, i'm moving to Manchester in a couple of weeks! At the mo I can do either wknds that month

05-05-2006, 18:54	#46
sharkrider rider of sharks Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Cumbria Posts: 3,888 Members Car: Fabia vRS Thanks: 245 Thanked 108 Times in 95 Posts	Re: Briskoda Summer BBQ sounds good to me, best idea for a place yet edit: It would have to be the first weekend for me too! __________________ Fiat Grande Punto Sporting (158 bhp 314 lbs/ft) in Red.... Furby vRS , black magic,passenger airbag de-activation switch, (now gone, but not forgotten!)

05-05-2006, 22:00	#47
vrsfab Briskodian Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Notts Posts: 791 Members Car: vRS Fabia Thanks: 2 Thanked 25 Times in 14 Posts	Re: Briskoda Summer BBQ Sorry to throw a spanner in the works, but wouldn't it be better to go for early July when the kids are at school. Campsites should be a lot quieter and probably more receptive to larger groups. Just my thoughts __________________ Rich - Black Magic Fabia vRS

07-05-2006, 16:35	#48
yashicamat 114whp per ton Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Macclesfield, Cheshire Posts: 2,670 Members Car: Nissan Primera GT Thanks: 37 Thanked 34 Times in 31 Posts	Re: Briskoda Summer BBQ Possibly, although I would have to hand the organisation over to someone else - I'm in hospital from 21st June to mid July. But if it suits others then it'd be better. I've been stupidly busy recently, but I'll start fishing for venues soon. __________________ Rob Nissan Primera GT in Silver '56 Octy 2 2.0TDi Elegance . . . also gone but not forgotten 2002 Fabia 1.9TDi . . . . gone but not forgotten http://uk.youtube.com/yashicamatonline

07-05-2006, 17:11	#49
oskah Briskodian Join Date: May 2005 Location: N wales Posts: 98 Members Car: Mazda6 sport 136 Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	Re: Briskoda Summer BBQ when ever it is I will be up for it. Just need to sort out getting myself another skoda pretty soon or I will have to park away from the group. ( or bring the gf fabia vrs but not much space for two and a dog and all the camping stuff + beer lol )

08-05-2006, 11:14	#50
AwesomeSarah Site Sponsor Join Date: Mar 2006 Posts: 4,070 Members Car: Thanks: 36 Thanked 200 Times in 179 Posts	Re: Briskoda Summer BBQ I agree that it would be better while the kids are at school. If I can help organise this I dont mind. I do end up being out of my house for quite a while with the travelling , but as I am the one pushing this I will help all I can Sarah

Thread Tools
Show Printable Version Email this Page
Display Modes
Linear Mode Switch to Hybrid Mode Switch to Threaded Mode

Briskoda Summer BBQ

Briskoda Summer BBQ

View Poll Results: Ideal Date?