Back of Beyond 8/9 November 2024

[Mr T]

Nice one @Mattsv look forward to seeing you again!

 

[Agnes_Cali]

Let me know if someone resigns, because there are no pitches left.

 

[kurienp]

Let me know if someone resigns, because there are no pitches left.

@GillianC , sincere apologies, we will not be able to make it as there is some priority help our daughter needs.

@Agnes_Cali , if you're happy to take our slot?. Message me an email address and I can send you the pitch details.

 

[SamSara]

Let me know if someone resigns, because there are no pitches left.

Do you want my spot as I can’t guarantee I’ll be there? If so message me on 07881207819

 

[GillianC]

See you on Friday @Mattsv .
@SamSara and @kurienp could you check with BOB that this will be OK please and let me know. They would need to have the new details anyway but should be asked.

 

[kurienp]

See you on Friday @Mattsv .
@SamSara and @kurienp could you check with BOB that this will be OK please and let me know. They would need to have the new details anyway but should be asked.

Sure, Gillian, will do and confirm later today.

 

[kurienp]

Sure, Gillian, will do and confirm later today.

@GillianC , BOB were good with the change and my booking has now been transferred to @Agnes_Cali . They just needed the Full Name and Van Reg, which now @Agnes_Cali have provided to BOB.

Enjoy the meetup everyone. Gonna miss you all. Oh, and do post pics please.

 

[Agnes_Cali]

I just came back from Dorset yesterday evening, so that's another weekend in the same area. I will test drive away awning, which I just bought from forum member
I did get forum sticker, but I'm not sure, what I did with it, so I don't think I will have it on the van.

 

[GillianC]

@GillianC , BOB were good with the change and my booking has now been transferred to @Agnes_Cali . They just needed the Full Name and Van Reg, which now @Agnes_Cali have provided to BOB.

Enjoy the meetup everyone. Gonna miss you all. Oh, and do post pics please.

Thanks for letting me know.

 

[SamSara]

See you on Friday @Mattsv .
@SamSara and @kurienp could you check with BOB that this will be OK please and let me know. They would need to have the new details anyway but should be asked.

I see the others have arranged a swap. I checked with BoB and they would be fine. Maybe my mum will be fine and I can run away to join the fun.

 

[GillianC]

Morning. A few of us arrived at BOB yesterday. There have been some big improvements to the bar has been extended and now has a proper vinyl floor.
I am on pitch 51 so pop over and say hello when you arrive.

 

[Mr T]

Morning. A few of us arrived at BOB yesterday. There have been some big improvements to the bar has been extended and now has a proper vinyl floor.
I am on pitch 51 so pop over and say hello when you arrive.

Sounds good! Will see you soon

 

[Loz2286]

Great stuff. See you later.

 

[Loz2286]

That'll do!

 

[GlennR]

 

[Hotel du van]

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[kurienp]

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Enjoy, have a fabulous time!

 

[GillianC]

Change of arrangements for tonight ..
Think I’ve seen most people but just in case…..
The bar manager has said that in order for everyone to get a seat tonight we would need to get there at 3.30! The bar starts serving drinks at 4 and the band are on at 6.
So, with that in mind either get there very early or eat in your van (fish and chip van tonight) and go over a bit later for the music.
I plan to eat then go over.

 

[GillianC]

What a brilliant weekend. Thank you all so much for coming. I will post some pictures tomorrow of the social activity when I’m home but here are just a couple of the vans. I think we have 21.

 

[GillianC]

Here are some photos from the weekend.
Hope we all agree that the staff were brilliant and made us welcome?
Planning another meet at BOB next November and hopefully Red Shoot in April. Will put details on here shortly.

 

[GillianC]

A couple more!

 

[KJKookaburra66]

Such a lovely weekend and a fun time. Thanks Gillian for organising

 

[SamSara]

Looks like I missed a great weekend, unfortunately my mum required a fair bit of support. Next time!

 

[Glen M]

Following the success of the meet at the Back of Beyond near Ringwood this year I have agreed with the site that we hold another one on the weekend of 9/10th November 2024. This time of year suits them best because they are less busy. This an adults only site and is a member of the Tranquil Parks group. The facilities are excellent and the Blue Tides are playing again in the bar that weekend. There are lovely walks (albeit a bit muddy this year!) and a wooded area where you can let dogs off-lead.
This is an unofficial gathering so everyone should book their pitch directly with the site and put in the request box that you are with the California Club. Please also make sure that you book a hardstanding pitch as the astroturf and grass are likely to be waterlogged.
A well-stocked shop, freshly baked pastries for breakfast and visiting food vans (Thai, pizza and fish and chips) add to the enjoyment!
If you could post here when you have booked please I can keep a tally of numbers.
See you there!

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Adult only camping, caravanning and glamping site near the New Forest. Easy access to Bournemouth, Dorset and much more.

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Gillian

Thank you Gillian for organising the weekend we had a great time and will be looking forward to the next meeting. Being new to this we got lots of good advice and some great tips on equipment to make things easier.
Once again thanks
Glen and Sue.