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Author Topic: *giggle* Picnic anyone? (UK)  (Read 2668 times)
Dr. Munro
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« on: November 05, 2008, 01:46:52 pm »

OK, so I was in contact with the Royal Parks authority about the possibility of holding a (large) picnic a good few months ago (i.e. when it was still warm).  They got back to me today.  But in theory how would people feel about having a steampunk picnic in Greenwich park this summer?
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« Reply #1 on: November 05, 2008, 02:05:57 pm »

Well summer seems a long long way away right now, but in theory I'm keen. I think it would be spendid to spend a day in the park with fellow steampunkers in all their steampunk finery.
We could also have a look at the Cutty Sark while we are in Greenwich (which alas won't be re-opened until 2010 when the conservation project is due to be completed).
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« Reply #2 on: November 05, 2008, 02:09:33 pm »

I know it seems ludicrously early but I just wanted to check to see if people were interested before I changed the application form.  You see to put up gazebos you need permission in the Royal Parks and I didn't want to be pulled up on it.  With my experience last time I felt it might be a good idea to apply earlier this time Smiley
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« Reply #3 on: November 05, 2008, 02:11:47 pm »

Sound like a vast amount of fun to be had, can we use the bandstand? (assuming we find a band)
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« Reply #4 on: November 05, 2008, 02:15:20 pm »

In theory, yes.  In fact they do actively encourage those sort of cultural events at the royal parks.  I'll be sure to ask about it anyways.  Good thinking batman!
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« Reply #5 on: November 05, 2008, 11:52:33 pm »

Sounds good to me. Can we have a look at the maritime museum too? Many many steam ships.
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« Reply #6 on: November 06, 2008, 12:01:02 am »

Interested in theory - but it's a while between now and then, and anything could happen... *cue thrilling music*
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« Reply #7 on: November 06, 2008, 12:32:11 am »

I would be most interested! A nice summers day out sounds wonderful Smiley I may even treat you all to my ukelele musings if there is an available bandstand, so earplugs advised Cheesy
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« Reply #8 on: November 06, 2008, 12:50:49 am »

I'm glad this idea is striking a chord with people (no pun intended).  There will hopefully be a bandstand included as it is now in the new application.  I for one would welcome a little music from your good self!
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« Reply #9 on: November 06, 2008, 01:16:54 am »

You fool! Mwahahaha Cheesy

But no, seriously, if this happens, maybe a nice gentle jam would be in order? There is nothing quite as pleasant as playing music with friends while letting a nice meal work its gentle way through your digestive systems Wink
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« Reply #10 on: November 06, 2008, 01:38:46 am »

i shall be there....

but i will not bring my tuba, it is a nightmare to carry on the tube trains!
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« Reply #11 on: November 06, 2008, 09:21:51 am »

I seldom make plans this far in advance, but chalk me up as a possible.
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« Reply #12 on: November 06, 2008, 09:34:51 am »

It is a long way in the future, and I do live a loooong way away. That said, if I can I would plan my yearly stay down in London to coincide with this and will be there if I can.

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« Reply #13 on: November 06, 2008, 11:35:08 am »

Oooh yes, I should love to attend Smiley Keep us posted!
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« Reply #14 on: November 06, 2008, 01:08:43 pm »

i shall be there....

but i will not bring my tuba, it is a nightmare to carry on the tube trains!

Thanks for letting me know, Matt. Remember me? The person you live with?
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« Reply #15 on: November 06, 2008, 01:26:49 pm »

My partner and I would be interested.  Sounds a great idea.
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« Reply #16 on: November 10, 2008, 10:29:28 am »

When is it, when is it? And looks like Ms Steamblast is giving someone the earful...
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« Reply #17 on: November 10, 2008, 04:55:54 pm »

I would most definatly be interested, just as lonf as it dosnt take place on the 17th-24th of augast as i will be summering Smiley
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« Reply #18 on: November 10, 2008, 05:02:13 pm »

Well, I'm hoping for a Saturday in July.  Unfortunately Sundays are not possible because the park puts on some form of summer musical showcase on these days.
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« Reply #19 on: November 10, 2008, 05:03:05 pm »

I would definately be interested in heading down for a huge picnic. It would be lovely.
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« Reply #20 on: November 10, 2008, 06:10:03 pm »

looks like Ms Steamblast is giving someone the earful...

Taken aback that Matt posted about something other than weapons. Plus he could've actually told me about this at some point.
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« Reply #21 on: November 10, 2008, 09:32:07 pm »

Subject to no clashes with RL commitments I would definately be interested in a SP picnic next summer. Just make sure it doesn't clash with Great Dorset Steam Fair Smiley
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« Reply #22 on: November 11, 2008, 12:38:24 am »

Would definitely be up for a steampunk picnic in the summer, though as others have stated it is quite a while away and would depend upon RL commitments at the time.
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« Reply #23 on: November 11, 2008, 12:51:17 am »

Yea.  I don't really need definate confirmations at the moment I just wanted to gauge interest in the idea before I went ahead and rebooked the park.
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« Reply #24 on: November 22, 2008, 06:27:43 pm »

OK, so the forms are off.  Just waiting for a response from the commission.  I was just wondering what kind of entertainment people would like?  I know we have the bandstand so some music is obviously in order.  Any volunteers? (I know we have one but that won't go very far! Smiley).
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