eddyramrod Posted November 13, 2019 Share Posted November 13, 2019 Boss and I are having Christmas this year in Inverness. We are putting in an overnight stop each way, which means there will be an opportunity to meet up with some local Shiters at Cumbernauld, where we are stopping at the Premier Inn. Northbound leg: Sunday Dec 22nd. Southbound: Friday 27th. I haven't checked, but experience suggests there will be an entirely adequate restaurant adjacent to the hotel. I've already alerted AndyCMS to the prospect as we intend to conduct a diecast exchange. Anyone else want to show up? It won't matter if we've eaten and retired to our room, I can soon step out again. I can't offer timings because I can't say how long we will be on the road each day. That A9 is murrrrrrrrrrder. ETA: we will be using the Motability bus rather than one of the Shite cars. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wingz123 Posted November 13, 2019 Share Posted November 13, 2019 Ah I was expecting Sweden from the title! ? eddyramrod 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rml2345 Posted November 13, 2019 Share Posted November 13, 2019 Depending on work commitments etc. I'd be up for that. eddyramrod 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davehedgehog31 Posted November 13, 2019 Share Posted November 13, 2019 Up for that, there's a Beefeater place at your hotel although I don't know if it's the cheapest. Failing that there are a few other pub type places with ample parking in the Cumbernauld area. eddyramrod 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Split_Pin Posted November 13, 2019 Share Posted November 13, 2019 I have family stuff on in 22nd and am working 27th, however I hope you have a good trip and meet-up eddyramrod 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saabnut Posted November 13, 2019 Share Posted November 13, 2019 Sadly Cumbernauld is 100 miles away, and Inverness 100+ miles away. Enjoy your trip and bring thermals! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
320touring Posted November 13, 2019 Share Posted November 13, 2019 Should likely be able to make one or other of these days:) eddyramrod 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
captain_70s Posted November 13, 2019 Share Posted November 13, 2019 I have potential for attendance. eddyramrod 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
volvoman Posted November 14, 2019 Share Posted November 14, 2019 I was expecting to see images of a "Blonde Haired" family, sitting in the back of a 240 wagon (tailgate up) picnic hamper out, feasting on Swedish meatballs???!...... eddyramrod 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dome Posted November 14, 2019 Share Posted November 14, 2019 I think I'll be otherwise occupied for the evening of the Northbound leg but have potential for the Southbound. eddyramrod 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eddyramrod Posted December 11, 2019 Author Share Posted December 11, 2019 On 11/13/2019 at 10:06 AM, davehedgehog31 said: Up for that, there's a Beefeater place at your hotel although I don't know if it's the cheapest. Failing that there are a few other pub type places with ample parking in the Cumbernauld area. Excellent. Beside the hotel is ideal, we tend to choose by convenience when we've been on the road all day. We will probably be dining some time between 5-6pm, which I recognise won't be suitable for everyone. Feel free to waddle into the hotel itself and ask for Mr Rafter though! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eddyramrod Posted December 21, 2019 Author Share Posted December 21, 2019 Just to confirm: the plan is as outlined above. Don't worry about making the dining, we realise that if we're actually there, we're likely to be a bit early for many people. Do feel free to stroll up to the Premier Inn reception a bit later and ask for Mr Rafter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eddyramrod Posted December 22, 2019 Author Share Posted December 22, 2019 Well we've arrived! Amishtat and Mrs6C 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cms206 Posted December 22, 2019 Share Posted December 22, 2019 I think we're planning on appearing between 7 and 7.30ish - that okay? Mrs6C and eddyramrod 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davidfowler2000 Posted December 22, 2019 Share Posted December 22, 2019 I plan to be there about 7:30ish for tea and chat. I'll be heading for pez beforehand so if I'm a tad late, I won't be far away. eddyramrod and Mrs6C 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eddyramrod Posted December 22, 2019 Author Share Posted December 22, 2019 On 12/22/2019 at 6:28 PM, cms206 said: I think we're planning on appearing between 7 and 7.30ish - that okay? Absolutely! There's no real timetable, it's a very slack event. 23 hours ago, davidfowler2000 said: I plan to be there about 7:30ish for tea and chat. I'll be heading for pez beforehand so if I'm a tad late, I won't be far away. Late doesn't matter, we'll just be pleased to see you. Mrs6C 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
320touring Posted December 22, 2019 Share Posted December 22, 2019 Was grand to finally meet you sir:) A good evening -cheers for having us! eddyramrod 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eddyramrod Posted December 22, 2019 Author Share Posted December 22, 2019 What a splendid evening that was! Mr Fowler, the Brothers Touring and the family CMS, and lil' ol' me. We made quite a riot in the pub car park, I can tell you. Oh and: diecast exchange accomplished too. All in all, a very jolly time. Right, now let's do it all again on Friday! dome, davidfowler2000, 320touring and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eddyramrod Posted December 23, 2019 Author Share Posted December 23, 2019 And lo, Inverness has been achieved, in a mere three hours! Delighted with that! davidfowler2000 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Split_Pin Posted December 23, 2019 Share Posted December 23, 2019 What time on Friday do you think it might be? My Mrs is out on the Saturday so should hopefully earn a pass for Friday evening! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eddyramrod Posted December 23, 2019 Author Share Posted December 23, 2019 Same time as last night should be fine, 7.30. We'd already eaten and retreated to our room but it was easy enough to pop out and join the party! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
captain_70s Posted December 27, 2019 Share Posted December 27, 2019 I'll be heading back down the road from Strathdon. Could well be able to swing by assuming I don't leave too late. eddyramrod 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eddyramrod Posted December 27, 2019 Author Share Posted December 27, 2019 Going by last time, there'll be a motley bunch sitting over coffee cups in the pub until fairly late, so don't worry too much about time. I just hope I can stay awake! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Posted December 27, 2019 Share Posted December 27, 2019 I've got a pass for the whole day so I thought I might come along for dinner if that's ok. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dome Posted December 27, 2019 Share Posted December 27, 2019 I quite fancy heading down this evening, it'll be after dinner though. What's the location? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davidfowler2000 Posted December 27, 2019 Share Posted December 27, 2019 I may also make an unexpected visit. Location is the Beefeater / Premier Inn at Cumbernauld Town Centre. Across the dual carriageway from ASDA, next door to McDonalds and THE LEGION! eddyramrod 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Split_Pin Posted December 27, 2019 Share Posted December 27, 2019 I will be there in the 172. eddyramrod 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cms206 Posted December 27, 2019 Share Posted December 27, 2019 Planning to attend again, couldn't get a sitter for SMOL_CMS so will likely be in the Proton. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eddyramrod Posted December 27, 2019 Author Share Posted December 27, 2019 Cumbernauld achieved! Accident on the A9S, south of Perth, meant a closure and diversion, but that's ok. We got here. Now then: tonight! We're not dining-in tonight, we thought we'd grab a Subway as it's convenient, then when Shiters start arriving I'll skip across and join whoever's here. Reception is already primed for people asking for me so don't be shy. Vote of thanks to Mr Fowler for confirming the location for you all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Split_Pin Posted December 27, 2019 Share Posted December 27, 2019 See you there! eddyramrod 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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