The next workshop! - UK Vintage Radio Repair and Restoration Discussion Forum

Sean Williams · 4th Mar 2011, 7:39 pm

Well, the first one went well!

Seeing as I need to book a location well in advance, it makes sense to plan ahead.

Yep, another poll - please vote as you feel.

This time I have included the option of a workshop at Dulwich - this will need a lot more planning and consultation, but I do not want to bother Gerry until I have an idea of real interest.

Cheers all
Sean

Michael Maurice · 4th Mar 2011, 7:58 pm

For those who are coming from the North, Dulwich is not easy as you have to find your way round London.

Having said that, I would love to visit the museum so I would vote for Dulwich.

Looking forward to it,whatever the venue.

Paul Stenning · 4th Mar 2011, 11:59 pm

I voted for Cottered because it is such a drag trying to get across London and the extra time would make it not worthwhile for me. Date I don't mind at this stage, lunch and format as last time is good.

Steve_P · 5th Mar 2011, 12:00 am

Yes please. Voted!

Cheers,

Steve P.

Guitarist28 · 5th Mar 2011, 12:05 am

count me in too

Rob

Michael Maurice · 5th Mar 2011, 12:09 am

June, especially the latter part will be difficult as we have a special family function on the weekend of 24th - 26th.

glowinganode · 5th Mar 2011, 2:33 am

I'm in. Same format as before, I think it worked well and had a pleasant atmosphere.
May I suggest Sun May 29th?
Weekend after Stockwood park, good chance to get spares / new projects.
Also start of half term, so more likely to be allowed out to play.
Rob.

Michael Maurice · 5th Mar 2011, 9:16 am

Its also the May bank holiday which mean some families including mine might wish to go away for a few days break.

Mark the Mender · 5th Mar 2011, 6:14 pm

I have voted Sean for June at cottered, Steve and I can share the journey again!

cheers Mark

rovereab · 5th Mar 2011, 6:22 pm

I have voted for June and would be happy with either venue. Thanks for starting this off Sean, your hard work made the last event a real success.

Eamonn

glowinganode · 5th Mar 2011, 10:04 pm

June 19th is the Newbury rally, and also Father's day.
How about June 12th?
Rob.

BGmidsUK · 6th Mar 2011, 2:32 pm

June 12th would be fine for me but I'll be away after that, however April and May are fine. The sooner the better, really!

Brian

slidertogrid · 6th Mar 2011, 5:28 pm

Hi Sean, I would love to come to the next workshop, can I provisionally book two spaces for John and me.
If places are limited we are happy to have one table between us as we did before.
I will vote on the poll later when I have spoken to John in case he has any preferences.
I am fairly flexable as far as dates and location, The Museum would mean a longer journey but well worth the extra effort.
Did you see my message about the Bush bottom cover?
Oh and I promise, no more big bangs! (Hopefully)

onewatt · 6th Mar 2011, 5:34 pm

Hi W'shoppers,
I've voted!
Would it be possible to add the option in the specialist poll of AR88's only?
I'm willing to loan one to anyone who hasn't got one to bring along

Just a thought!

I'll check the bookings for Cottered over the 3 month window and post results.

Onewatt

onewatt · 6th Mar 2011, 5:44 pm

Hi All
Just checked available dates and thought it best to show the list straight away due to limited options in June.

April: 10th, 17th,24th available, 17th includes ladies football for you sporting enthusiasts

May: 1st,15th,22nd & 29th available.

June 5th,19th available.

The above dates are available at the moment, but I think it would be advantages to decide on a date reasonably quickly.

Regards to all
Chris

slidertogrid · 6th Mar 2011, 6:38 pm

I have voted

Thanks
Rich.

glowinganode · 6th Mar 2011, 6:53 pm

I feel this is going to need an executive decision making re Cottered vs Dulwich, since the poll makes little sense.
Then we can concentrate on which dates are suitable for everyone.
Like Chris says, we're going to need to book the Hall soon (if that's where we decide).
Rob.

Michael Maurice · 6th Mar 2011, 7:19 pm

The poll at the moment is in favour of Cottered.

May I remind anyone coming from anywhere but South London, Kent and Surrey, that you will have to cross Central London to get to Dulwich.

South of Hyde Park Corner there are no fast or wide roads, even the South Circular RD is made up of different high streets!

It will take at least 45 mins from Junction 1 of the M1 (Staples Cnr) or Brent Cross A41 to Dulwich the same from the A40. From the M11, an hour to an hour and a half.

Please bear this in mind when deciding where you wish to go. The Alternative if we really wanted Dulwich is to find some local accommodation and make a weekend of it.

The 15th May is the BVWS is the National Vintage Communications Fair at Warwickshire, 4th June is the Garden party at Dulwich

Please bear this in mind when booking.

onewatt · 8th Mar 2011, 7:20 pm

Hi All,

How about some more options on dates.

June 4th & 18th (Sat) available
July weekend dates for Saturday or Sunday available as follows:
2nd & 3rd
9th & 10th
16th & 17th
23rd & 24th
30th & 31st

Over to you.

Regards
Chris

Ian B · 8th Mar 2011, 7:39 pm

I've voted for Cottered mainly because there is far more room than at Dulwich. Workshop days at the museum were great fun, but shortage of bench space means that with any more than 8 students, they are getting in each other's way all the time.

Ian Blackbourn

View Poll Results: Workshop #2 Organisation
Dulwich Wireless Museum	8	42.11%
Cottered Village Hall	17	89.47%
Mid April	7	36.84%
Mid May	9	47.37%
Mid June	11	57.89%
Buffet Lunch	13	68.42%
Same format as last one	16	84.21%
Specialised eg. only radio/only TV/only military	1	5.26%
Multiple Choice Poll. Voters: 19. You may not vote on this poll

4th Mar 2011, 7:39 pm	#1
Sean Williams Dekatron Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: St.Ippolyts, Hitchin, Hertfordshire QRA IO91UW Posts: 3,517	The next workshop! Well, the first one went well! Seeing as I need to book a location well in advance, it makes sense to plan ahead. Yep, another poll - please vote as you feel. This time I have included the option of a workshop at Dulwich - this will need a lot more planning and consultation, but I do not want to bother Gerry until I have an idea of real interest. Cheers all Sean __________________ Engineers make things work and have spare bits when finished

4th Mar 2011, 7:58 pm	#2
Michael Maurice Moderator Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Wembley, Middlesex Posts: 7,224	Re: The next workshop! For those who are coming from the North, Dulwich is not easy as you have to find your way round London. Having said that, I would love to visit the museum so I would vote for Dulwich. Looking forward to it,whatever the venue.

4th Mar 2011, 11:59 pm	#3
Paul Stenning Administrator Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Cardiff Posts: 9,071	Re: The next workshop! I voted for Cottered because it is such a drag trying to get across London and the extra time would make it not worthwhile for me. Date I don't mind at this stage, lunch and format as last time is good. __________________ Paul Stenning Forum Admin/Owner and BVWS Webmaster

5th Mar 2011, 12:00 am	#4
Steve_P Dekatron Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Bolton, Greater Manchester, UK. Posts: 6,644	Re: The next workshop! Yes please. Voted! Cheers, Steve P. __________________ If we've always had it, why is the Car Boot open? You're not sneaking another Old TV in are you...?

5th Mar 2011, 12:05 am	#5
Guitarist28 Heptode Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Hockley, Essex, UK. Posts: 575	Re: The next workshop! count me in too Rob

5th Mar 2011, 12:09 am	#6
Michael Maurice Moderator Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Wembley, Middlesex Posts: 7,224	Re: The next workshop! June, especially the latter part will be difficult as we have a special family function on the weekend of 24th - 26th.

5th Mar 2011, 2:33 am	#7
glowinganode Octode Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, UK. Posts: 1,522	Re: The next workshop! I'm in. Same format as before, I think it worked well and had a pleasant atmosphere. May I suggest Sun May 29th? Weekend after Stockwood park, good chance to get spares / new projects. Also start of half term, so more likely to be allowed out to play. Rob. __________________ We have done so much, for so long, with so little, we are now qualified to do anything with nothing.

5th Mar 2011, 9:16 am	#8
Michael Maurice Moderator Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Wembley, Middlesex Posts: 7,224	Re: The next workshop! Its also the May bank holiday which mean some families including mine might wish to go away for a few days break.

5th Mar 2011, 6:14 pm	#9
Mark the Mender Retired Dormant Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Warrington, Cheshire, UK. Posts: 421	Re: The next workshop! I have voted Sean for June at cottered, Steve and I can share the journey again! cheers Mark

5th Mar 2011, 6:22 pm	#10
rovereab Tetrode Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Chelmsford, Essex, UK. Posts: 86	Re: The next workshop! I have voted for June and would be happy with either venue. Thanks for starting this off Sean, your hard work made the last event a real success. Eamonn

5th Mar 2011, 10:04 pm	#11
glowinganode Octode Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, UK. Posts: 1,522	Re: The next workshop! June 19th is the Newbury rally, and also Father's day. How about June 12th? Rob. __________________ We have done so much, for so long, with so little, we are now qualified to do anything with nothing.

6th Mar 2011, 2:32 pm	#12
BGmidsUK Retired Dormant Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Leicester, UK. Posts: 809	Re: The next workshop! June 12th would be fine for me but I'll be away after that, however April and May are fine. The sooner the better, really! Brian

6th Mar 2011, 5:28 pm	#13
slidertogrid Octode Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, UK. Posts: 1,898	Re: The next workshop! Hi Sean, I would love to come to the next workshop, can I provisionally book two spaces for John and me. If places are limited we are happy to have one table between us as we did before. I will vote on the poll later when I have spoken to John in case he has any preferences. I am fairly flexable as far as dates and location, The Museum would mean a longer journey but well worth the extra effort. Did you see my message about the Bush bottom cover? Oh and I promise, no more big bangs! (Hopefully) __________________ The rotation of the earth really makes my day...

6th Mar 2011, 5:34 pm	#14
onewatt Hexode Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Buntingford, Hertfordshire, UK. Posts: 362	Re: The next workshop! Hi W'shoppers, I've voted! Would it be possible to add the option in the specialist poll of AR88's only? I'm willing to loan one to anyone who hasn't got one to bring along Just a thought! I'll check the bookings for Cottered over the 3 month window and post results. Onewatt __________________ BVWS, VMARS, RSGB, DEHS, RAOTA Nothings too big or too heavy, otherwise it wouldn't be where it is!

6th Mar 2011, 5:44 pm	#15
onewatt Hexode Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Buntingford, Hertfordshire, UK. Posts: 362	Re: The next workshop! Hi All Just checked available dates and thought it best to show the list straight away due to limited options in June. April: 10th, 17th,24th available, 17th includes ladies football for you sporting enthusiasts May: 1st,15th,22nd & 29th available. June 5th,19th available. The above dates are available at the moment, but I think it would be advantages to decide on a date reasonably quickly. Regards to all Chris __________________ BVWS, VMARS, RSGB, DEHS, RAOTA Nothings too big or too heavy, otherwise it wouldn't be where it is!

6th Mar 2011, 6:38 pm	#16
slidertogrid Octode Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, UK. Posts: 1,898	Re: The next workshop! I have voted Thanks Rich. __________________ The rotation of the earth really makes my day...

6th Mar 2011, 6:53 pm	#17
glowinganode Octode Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, UK. Posts: 1,522	Re: The next workshop! I feel this is going to need an executive decision making re Cottered vs Dulwich, since the poll makes little sense. Then we can concentrate on which dates are suitable for everyone. Like Chris says, we're going to need to book the Hall soon (if that's where we decide). Rob. __________________ We have done so much, for so long, with so little, we are now qualified to do anything with nothing.

6th Mar 2011, 7:19 pm	#18
Michael Maurice Moderator Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Wembley, Middlesex Posts: 7,224	Re: The next workshop! The poll at the moment is in favour of Cottered. May I remind anyone coming from anywhere but South London, Kent and Surrey, that you will have to cross Central London to get to Dulwich. South of Hyde Park Corner there are no fast or wide roads, even the South Circular RD is made up of different high streets! It will take at least 45 mins from Junction 1 of the M1 (Staples Cnr) or Brent Cross A41 to Dulwich the same from the A40. From the M11, an hour to an hour and a half. Please bear this in mind when deciding where you wish to go. The Alternative if we really wanted Dulwich is to find some local accommodation and make a weekend of it. The 15th May is the BVWS is the National Vintage Communications Fair at Warwickshire, 4th June is the Garden party at Dulwich Please bear this in mind when booking.

8th Mar 2011, 7:20 pm	#19
onewatt Hexode Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Buntingford, Hertfordshire, UK. Posts: 362	Re: The next workshop! Hi All, How about some more options on dates. June 4th & 18th (Sat) available July weekend dates for Saturday or Sunday available as follows: 2nd & 3rd 9th & 10th 16th & 17th 23rd & 24th 30th & 31st Over to you. Regards Chris __________________ BVWS, VMARS, RSGB, DEHS, RAOTA Nothings too big or too heavy, otherwise it wouldn't be where it is!

8th Mar 2011, 7:39 pm	#20
Ian B Hexode Join Date: May 2006 Location: Arlesey, Bedfordshire, UK. Posts: 401	Re: The next workshop! I've voted for Cottered mainly because there is far more room than at Dulwich. Workshop days at the museum were great fun, but shortage of bench space means that with any more than 8 students, they are getting in each other's way all the time. Ian Blackbourn