The Great Grape Get Together

[HeyWayne]

Yeah. Got school. No can do.

I think at this stage hb we're only aiming for that weekend - not necessarily the Bank Holiday.

[happybunny]

I think at this stage hb we're only aiming for that weekend - not necessarily the Bank Holiday.

Will talk to mum about it, it's just travelling back up.

[SarzWix]

For non-campers;

Stone Head House, Bed and Breakfast, Nr. Lothersdale & Cowling, Pennine Way (B&B)

The Alma Inn, Laneshawbridge | Accommodation (Lovely pub with rooms)

Both about 5 mins drive away, as I don't drink I could probably ferry people around

I think there's a couple of other B&B's in Lothersdale (nearest village), I'll find out and post details on here.

[SlugLobber]

Can't come on that weekend. I'm away the whole weekend, same every bank hol weekend in August. Lob some slugs for me.

[BumbleB]

Well, I'm up for it. Mr PB is sitting on the fence at the mo, but if he won't come I'm sure us Kent girls (me, BumbleB and Sonata and anyone else of course), could join forces and drive up together.

Ooh, thats an idea. I have been chatting to OH and we/I are definate maybes! Its difficult to say a firm yes for something so far ahead but I think its a brill idea. I will keep an eye as things progress with the threads.

[HayleyB]

Chocolate Brownie and I will deffo not miss out

[SarzWix]

Yeah. Got school. No can do.

Can't come on that weekend. I'm away the whole weekend, same every bank hol weekend in August. Lob some slugs for me.

Bummer I did vaguely contemplate the end of May BH, but a) that's a busy time on the lottie, and b) it can still get bladdy cold overnight up there in May/ early June.

[HayleyB]

His Lordship has just mentioned that Sarah's dad may need a camping permit???????????? Don't look at me *throws arms out wide....

[SarzWix]

Might he? Just for a one off? We used to go camping in a farmer friend's field every BH for years and years (with other families) and he never had a permit...?

[Glutton4...]

His Lordship has just mentioned that Sarah's dad may need a camping permit???????????? Don't look at me *throws arms out wide....

Up to 5 Caravans - no planning permission needed.

Over that, well, don't tell anyone! We'll all be good won't we LOL

[SarzWix]

What about tents? Do they need permits? I'm hoping that there won't be a proliferation of caravans coz there's a chance they'll get stuck if it rains, plus most of the field has a gentle slope.
Can't see Pops being ecstatic at the field getting chewed up
And I really don't want to have to start applying for permits if I can get away with not doing... I don't think we're the type of people to start sueing each other are we?!

[di]

Sorry...my boring hat's back!
It would probably be best if you/your dad could get some kind of Public liability that would cover over night guests?We all seem a lovely bunch,but it wouldn't be good for your dad if one good grape turned sour after twisting their ankle in a rabbit hole!(Sorry...like I said,everyone on here seems good'ns,but best be safe!)
I'm assuming any costs in setting it up would be offset by a suggested voluntary contribution...which if you didn't volunteer willingly then you're not invited!
I'll admit to not knowing but I'd guess your dad could get away without a permit as long as he's not charging???
I've already admitted to not being particularly organised,nor very clever,but if there's anything I can do to help!
OOOoh...just had an idea,we could all (or those so inclined)make some pretty bunting!

[zazen999]

I think Sarz is looking at the ins and outs and insurance has got to be part of it.....so a ticket charge can be calculated once the homework is done we are trying to find out how many have an interest on another thread.....But it would be to cover costs not to make a profit which is why we need to know numbers......

I don't think it can be caravans, just tents and peeps for the day or at a B&B; and it will have to be ticket only....to cover the toilet and insurance charges.....

[SarzWix]

I'll have a look into it, Dad's insurance brokers are pretty good, they should be able to sort something out. It might make things like having a bonfire out of bounds/very costly though. Perhaps I could just make you all sign a Disclaimer on the way in...

[zazen999]

I'll have a look into it, Dad's insurance brokers are pretty good, they should be able to sort something out. It might make things like having a bonfire out of bounds/very costly though. Perhaps I could just make you all sign a Disclaimer on the way in...

No perhaps about it; I suspect if you get insurance then permits will follow and it will get out of hand..........peeps might have to take a chance and/or claim on their own insurance if anything goes wrong.

After all, it's just some people meeting up with some tents innit.........it's the loos that might cause the problem as they might need insurance details before they leave any on site.