Nonimouse Posted June 24, 2022 Share Posted June 24, 2022 24 minutes ago, landroversforever said: One option I've just thought of... Our very own @NRS91 and family run a campsite with a rally field not far west of Macclesfield. Not wanting to speak for Nick, but the whole family are vehicle mad. Nick with the Land Rovers, Scammels & ERFs, His mum has all sorts of classics and his dad is into anything Bond (of the minicar variety). But then we have to talk Cummins BT6's with him... 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miketomcat Posted June 24, 2022 Share Posted June 24, 2022 44 minutes ago, landroversforever said: One option I've just thought of... Our very own @NRS91 and family run a campsite with a rally field not far west of Macclesfield. Not wanting to speak for Nick, but the whole family are vehicle mad. Nick with the Land Rovers, Scammels & ERFs, His mum has all sorts of classics and his dad is into anything Bond (of the minicar variety). Now you have my attention... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anderzander Posted June 24, 2022 Author Share Posted June 24, 2022 2 hours ago, landroversforever said: One option I've just thought of... Our very own @NRS91 and family run a campsite with a rally field not far west of Macclesfield. Not wanting to speak for Nick, but the whole family are vehicle mad. Nick with the Land Rovers, Scammels & ERFs, His mum has all sorts of classics and his dad is into anything Bond (of the minicar variety). Sounds like bingo ! @NRS91 How would that sound to you ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anderzander Posted June 24, 2022 Author Share Posted June 24, 2022 Hang on … looks like it’s a site for Caravan & Motorhome Club members only. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
landroversforever Posted June 24, 2022 Share Posted June 24, 2022 That’s only part of it! They’ve got other areas. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anderzander Posted June 24, 2022 Author Share Posted June 24, 2022 4 hours ago, Nonimouse said: You might be better looking at 2023, most people plan ahead, so will have little spare time. I’d be up trying it this year - even if only a few people made it. We’d then have set a precedent for sharing next years well in advance. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Badger110 Posted June 25, 2022 Share Posted June 25, 2022 We have a few acres out the back with fire pits and camping spots. Only downside is you can't get a vehicle in there. We have a carpark next to the local pub which is 100 metres away to leave trucks safely during the night after you've unloaded and set up in the field If you get bored of camping we have rooms spare too. We're in Devon though but if this is a serious venture we'd love to host you all...some of our 'Wildefest ' gatherings in the past have included air rifle plinking, mini tractor racing and movies at night in the woods for the kids and adults. We have a large open fire pit(s) and lots of space We're here on the map https://goo.gl/maps/aW2JD5BAv8dWvvet6 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geoffbeaumont Posted June 25, 2022 Share Posted June 25, 2022 Definitely not central - but there's a case for moving around the country so everyone gets a turn at it being (relatively) down the road from them. Obviously, that only works if these meets become regular, maybe every year or so. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anderzander Posted June 25, 2022 Author Share Posted June 25, 2022 That’s how the Series 1 Club does it. But then they get 100 people even when it’s in Cornwall. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
widget Posted June 26, 2022 Share Posted June 26, 2022 I would suggest a suitable venue is a stronger attraction than location. The centre of the country demographically is Coventry/Warwick - around 2.5 hrs drive for 80% of the UK population. South Derbyshire isn't too shabby and from an events point of view appeases most folk - hence why I seem to have run about 80% of my events from Derby/Notts/Staffs area. The idea of a camping, with cars alongside, pub within walking distance and fire pits seems a good shout. I'd be up for a Sat night - arrive during Sat day and tootle off after breakfast. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FridgeFreezer Posted June 27, 2022 Share Posted June 27, 2022 On 6/25/2022 at 12:14 PM, Badger110 said: Only downside is you can't get a vehicle in there. That could be an issue what with my "tent" being the Ambulance and a lot of other folks will likely be roof-tenting... would be a bugger having to un-bolt a roof tent and carry it down the garden to sleep in 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
muddy Posted June 27, 2022 Share Posted June 27, 2022 I think the question is does it need to remain inaccessible? 😁 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anderzander Posted June 27, 2022 Author Share Posted June 27, 2022 Does Nick in Macclesfield check the forum much ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
landroversforever Posted June 27, 2022 Share Posted June 27, 2022 2 minutes ago, Anderzander said: Does Nick in Macclesfield check the forum much ? I'll give him a prod. I know it's show season so he's pretty busy playing with the various trucks and trailers! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Badger110 Posted June 27, 2022 Share Posted June 27, 2022 42 minutes ago, FridgeFreezer said: That could be an issue what with my "tent" being the Ambulance and a lot of other folks will likely be roof-tenting... would be a bugger having to un-bolt a roof tent and carry it down the garden to sleep in This is a valid point…we do have space on the property at the front for 3 vehicles as well as space beyond the boundary for more if needed, so those in roof tents etc can park up overnight. As for needing access to the field itself, you’ll need to either demolish the house or deal with a bunch of pedantic miserable land owners to get access…it’s never bothered us as horses walk themselves in and out 😁 If there’s some interest in a small gathering, maybe a Saturday night for those who are curious in August ( Steam fair is on the 5-8th ) or beginning of September before we go away then I can get some numbers together and sort out the logistics. We have a few rooms free if you don’t want to camp, either crash on camp beds ( supplied ) or if your lucky, get the spare room with a double bed. As for laning, I admit I know of a few bridlepaths, but it’s not something I do myself, perhaps someone else might be able to assist if folk wanted to do some? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anderzander Posted June 27, 2022 Author Share Posted June 27, 2022 It’s a mega offer Badger - but for this I still think somewhere central is the way to go, at least to start with. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NRS91 Posted June 27, 2022 Share Posted June 27, 2022 On 6/24/2022 at 2:51 PM, Anderzander said: Sounds like bingo ! @NRS91 How would that sound to you ? My mum runs the two sites we have, one is Caravan Club (or whatever they are called now) and the other is Camping and Caravan Club, she would be best to speak to regarding bookings. The Caravan Club site would have the option of a Marquee to hire, on site toilets & showers and 20 electric hook ups. Rules are simple: Dogs must be on leads and waste collected and binned appropriately, BBQ/Fires raised off the floor and contained & don't be a dick 🤣 and always remember THE GRASS IS SACRED! 🤣 You wouldn't like my mother if you churned up her grass!! To save my sanity what sort of dates are you looking for? As others have mentioned we get pre-booked a year in advance for most of the summer. 10 minutes ago, Anderzander said: Does Nick in Macclesfield check the forum much ? Nope 🤣 7 minutes ago, landroversforever said: I'll give him a prod. I know it's show season so he's pretty busy playing with the various trucks and trailers! Correct as always Ross, only just got back home after leaving 8am on Friday! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stellaghost Posted June 27, 2022 Share Posted June 27, 2022 1 hour ago, NRS91 said: 🤣 Correct as always Ross Don't tell him that...!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Regards Stephen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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