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I'll bring our box of circus toys - balls, clubs, diablos, devil sticks and poi, and a frisbi and whatever other outdoor toys we can think of. :blink:

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Robin,
nice one, good idea. We can all have a go:eek:

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No worries, I have two sets, will bring them with me!!

:wub:Charlie :wub:

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Charlie,

it's called Baseball in N.A.

Usually played by fat guys in 'capri' pants.

:sneaky:

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Butch,

we could always get something sorted for when we come over in July:p I'm sure you could find a few fat guys:eek: :ohmy: :p

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Don't mind the fat guys, 'capri' pants on a bloke, nah.....

Anyone fancy a game of baseball then? err whats the rules???

Charlie

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You calling me a porker. :frown:

Seriously this Cannuck living hasnt been good for my waistline. Not quite hit the fat bastard mark yet but I'm getting there.

note to self EXERCISE YOU LAZY GIT

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Spoons,

Good job Carl did'nt make his faux pa before the Stratford meet, otherwise I'd have just sent the wife & kids.

Still, can't knock it till you've tried it, eh Carl.

You cheeky bleeder:eek:

Glad you can make it, let us know if you get any replies to the earlier meet-up time, as we will be stopping over Friday night, so could try and get up and meet-up?

I have been trying to think if there was a field near the car park, but all I can remember is woods:confused: will have a look on web site and then give them a bell.

Weather not to good for this weekend coming, so hopefully change for us next:eek: Somebody did mention snow:blink: that would be great laugh:p

See you all soon,
Carl:thumbsup:

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Hi all,
just phoned Sherwood forest, Major Oak. Plenty of parking that's sign posted off the A6075. There is play area, cafe, pinic area with playing field and even a fair that's going to be there next weekend:eek:

We are planning on getting there bit earlier, to set up camp and unfurl our huge flag:eek: :blink:

If you need my mobile number or anymore information, please contact me, add to thread or PM.

many thanks, see you all soon.
the gibbos (Carl):thumbup:

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Sounds like a blast you guys! I am almost feeling left out.:( I hope you all have a great time and dont forget to post the photos now. Would love to be able to meet any of you once you arrive in Canada. If any of you are coming to Quebec( Montreal) I would love to show you around. .. Dont bring your giant Canadian flag though, you might get shot!:p HAVE FUN!!!!!!!!!!!!

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Somewhere along the line I have gotten totally lost in what the plans are for April 28th - ok call me the dumb blonde :rofl:

Someone somewhere please help this dumb blonde so she can find her wat there with the aid of a Sat Nav :D

For the poster who's 14 year sold wanted "hot Totty" then tell him I am coming - but seeing am a bit on the old side for him will bring my gorgeous 12 year old daughter for him :thumbsup: oh and of course 11 year Nate too

Gaynor
x

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From one blonde to another!
Quote from post 130....

We are meeting in the car park for the Major Oak. It's free parking, large play area, cafe, few pubs in local area.The Major Oak is just North of Edwinstowe, Nottinghamshire. If you put a search in on multimap for Edwinstowe and you will see the parking marked on the map. It's in the Sherwood forest.

We the Gibbos are caravaning in a site about 2 miles up the road from the Tree and the Hotel is a little further along.

We aim to meet at 12 noon.

Oh and we have the testosterone fuelled 14 year old...:eek: Lock up your daughter....:ohmy:

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Hi, What unit is your husband with. My brother in law is in afgan at the minute and me and my hubby are EX Army.

Karla x x x

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Hi

Still trying to get my head round this site :) Is the meeting still on? If so what are the details? Like you we are based in B'ham & also like you & many others are very anxious to leave this place they call GREAT Brittain!

Would love to hear from anyone planing to move to Calgary, we have filed papers, but really Im looking to relocate as soon as .........

Look forward to hearing from anyone with a view or wishing to meet

Gary & Family :)

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Hi gary yes the meet is still on if you read robins recent post you can see the details. which are the major oak near edwinstowe at around 12 midday. Carl(gibbos 1)is organising the meet, with me helping so if you need any other details please PM either of us.

regards

Steve

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We are planning on getting there bit earlier, to set up camp and unfurl our huge flag:

Sorry

i don't think we will make it. :thumbdown:
This is the day that a robber is coming to pick up our 20 month old caravan that has only been used 3 times and includes awning and everything else brand new. the cheeky git decided to up his offer as he could see what immaculate condition it was in and was still £500 short. :eek: After further negotiations he has got away with daylight robery. :curse: Even Dick Turpin wore a bloody mask:blink:
Still if I ever get a WP :frown: it will be no good over there.

Have a good time all. I will be thinking of you as I wipe away the tears
Jo

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Hi Jo,
sorry to hear you can't make it:(

we no what you mean about selling the caravan, we have one, but ours is about 11 years old now. We have only had it 2 years, so we are trying to get some more use out of it before we move. We are undecided whether we should take it or not? If it's worth it, container would cost more then the caravan, but wife's mum bought it us before see past away, so it's sentimental.

I'm pretty sure there are going to be more meet-ups, so hopefully the next time. We will post the photo's of the day, so we can all have a laugh:lol:

Thanks for letting us know, see you soon,
Carl:thumbup:

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Hi Gary & family,
I have sent you a PM mate. Can find these if you look top right hand side of the page, click om private messages and away you go.

see you soon,
Carl:thumbup:

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Ah Gary, can't send you PM, so I've sent you email instead.
cheers
Carl

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Hi Guys,
hope you are all ok and still keen for meet-up the weekend?

I was just wondering what your thoughts are on what we should do if it's wet:( We are still going to take picnic, and don't mind if it's a little rain, got our waterproofs:blink: There is a in door part there(not sure how big it is) and a cafe if you want to grab something to eat.

I have been checking the weather, and so far does not look that bad in that area? Cloudy with sunny spells.
It was nice at the last meet-up, we all took a picnic and sat in a group, in a field, near the river.

James (my lad) had an idea, he his taking his football, and what's us all to have a game of footie:eek:

Here's a couple of weather websites,please let me know of any idea's:thumbsup:

http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/

http://www.weatheronline.co.uk/

http://uk.weather.com/

We are looking forward to it, see you all soon,
regards,
Carl:thumbup:

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Hi Carl,
I am bringing the rounders set, once I have remembered where it is??
Plenty of other people have said they are bringing bits and bobs, as to the weather??

Have to wait and see, I am sure we will manage...

At the end of the day we are all being brave enough to think about moving to Canada, so one weekend in Nottingham really shouldn't stump us too much...
Famous last words?
:wub: Charlie :wub:

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Hi all,

would love to join the big meet up but we are on the south coast and it looks like about a 5 hour drive for us. If anyone 'dahn sowf' would be interested in a meet up, let me know :thumbsup:

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Hi neeki i am near dartford(kent) and wouldn't mind doing a meetup for us southerners maybe we could start arranging something late may/june. how would that be for you


regards

Steve

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Hi Steve,

sounds great. lets hope a few more are wanting to join in.:thumbsup:

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Just Pm'd you neekie

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We are near Kingston in Surrey so a meet in the South would be great, though we are going to this 'ere one too.

Robin

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hi robin

i have set up another thread for a southern meet any ideas for a good location was thinking of may or june

any thoughts

steve

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hi neekie,

Understand about distance for you with this meet, but if you can make it, would be most welcome. More details in past posts on this thread, or just PM me or steved61, he has more details on accommodation, unles you fancy camping or caravaning?

Hi steved61,

Had a look for you meet-up thread, can't seem to find it? We might be interested to meet-up down south, in May or June. Could you keep me posted please mucker:thumbsup:

We are taking James to Legoland for his birthday in Aug (think it's the bank hols). So you could always arrange another for that area or I could suggest it? just a thought:p

Cheers all, will be in touch,
regards,
Carl:thumbup:

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Devils Dyke on the South downs? Box Hill at the top? Leith Hill? Newlands Corner on the A25 near Guildford? All would be suitable for a picnic and have a cafe or place to buy food. Newlands and Box Hill are frequented by bikers and hikers. Devils Dyke has a large area for playing and nice open views. Or we could all meet on the beach at Brighton and have a beach party!:p

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How about brighton (may be busy on weekend), robin (gadget family suggested meet up by beach) or maybe camber sands. Camber sands would be great for sandy beach, good for beach games. dymchurch not to far away for pub/lunch

Steve

PS if you have any further replies to southern meetup please reply in following thread

http://britishexpats.com/forum/showt...99#post4692399
Thanks

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Well hello all, nearly time for big day:eek: :blink:

Touch wood, weather looks like it's going to be ok? Keep your fingers crossed:unsure:

Hope everybody has my mobile number if they need it, if not please PM/email me.

We are packing the caravan tonight and starting out when the kids come home from school, hopefully 4ish.

Don't forget your flags and grub, see you all down there, my friends:p :D
Carl and Family:thumbup:

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Hi Carl,
Chris and I are aiming to be there between 11am and 12pm, getting all excited!
Must find the rounders bat and ball!
I have both yours and Steve's number...In case we get lost :confused:
:wub: Charlie :wub:

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Hi Carl

Only found about about this site recently and discovered that there is a meet on. The family are keen to meet up on Saturday, also give us the opportunity to catch up with some friends in Nottingham for the weekend.

Will try to fanthom how to PM you to get some contact details. Got the location and time from the previous threads.

Hopefully see everyone soon.

Zahir

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Hi Zahir,
just sent you email. Great you are coming, see you Saturday.


Hi Charlie,

We to are getting excited, going to be a brill turn out, wont know what to say to people.

Hay hay see you soon:eek: :blink: :p :thumbup:

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Hi Guys

Just wanted to say what a brilliant weekend it was, it was great to meet you all. Thankyou carl for organising the weekend the venue was great the company excellant and i am really looking forward to the next meet in june

Regards


Steve

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Steve - Get over to the Maple leaf NOW!

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Hi all,
Just to say a big thank you, to all of us, for making the meet-up what it was , bloody great.:eek: :thumbsup: :D

Steve many thanks for you kind words, and many thanks for organising the hotel and grub. :thumbup:

People have started to post on the Maple Leaf section, under "If you went down to Sherwood Forest today"

See you there,
regards,
Carl:thumbup: