BBWF 2015.....
Discussion
Hi Peeps...
As I'm starting to plan for this years fest I'm looking at the agenda for the weekend..I have a potential runout plan but it means you MUST be away from the Chase by 12am the latest..I was struggling a bit to find something as most events are on the Sunday...I never saw the Formula 1 British Grand Prix on the same weekend of the fest when i was looking through their calendar last year and saw it only when i was trying to find something car related stuff for the runout...There was some classic car shows but they were restricted by times so i passed on them.
There was stock car racing at Coventry Stadium but that was after 5pm for about £12 per head....There is Karting but its £30each for a 30 minute circuit..Which is still an option but I'm trying to keep costs down but not scrimp on enjoyment.
Theres nothing at the Museum on the Saturday..There is a classic car rally on the Sunday which is £50 per car..Although there is loads of driving involved..Not sure about that...
I have found something which is historical..Not car related unfortunately but it is related in many other motoring areas...Although some not so good!... It will last for about 90 mins and cost's £12.50 per head....This one will need you to be responsible drivers..Not that you are not but it could be easily ..Easily lead you astray....Passengers maybe a little irresponsible...
Let me know what you think please so i can dot the "I's" and cross the "T's"..Or is that "Dot the Tea's and Cross the Eyes"....
I will post up more as we go...
Cheers...Ziga
As I'm starting to plan for this years fest I'm looking at the agenda for the weekend..I have a potential runout plan but it means you MUST be away from the Chase by 12am the latest..I was struggling a bit to find something as most events are on the Sunday...I never saw the Formula 1 British Grand Prix on the same weekend of the fest when i was looking through their calendar last year and saw it only when i was trying to find something car related stuff for the runout...There was some classic car shows but they were restricted by times so i passed on them.
There was stock car racing at Coventry Stadium but that was after 5pm for about £12 per head....There is Karting but its £30each for a 30 minute circuit..Which is still an option but I'm trying to keep costs down but not scrimp on enjoyment.
Theres nothing at the Museum on the Saturday..There is a classic car rally on the Sunday which is £50 per car..Although there is loads of driving involved..Not sure about that...
I have found something which is historical..Not car related unfortunately but it is related in many other motoring areas...Although some not so good!... It will last for about 90 mins and cost's £12.50 per head....This one will need you to be responsible drivers..Not that you are not but it could be easily ..Easily lead you astray....Passengers maybe a little irresponsible...
Let me know what you think please so i can dot the "I's" and cross the "T's"..Or is that "Dot the Tea's and Cross the Eyes"....
I will post up more as we go...
Cheers...Ziga
colin mee said:
How about a treasure hunt
Treasure Hunts are now regulated....Excerpt from an MSA PDF here:
Treasure Hunts which have a set route on the Public Highway will need Authorisation through the CAO unless there are less than 13 competing vehicles. CAO Authorisation for a standard sized event will cost £3.10 per starter. Most events requiring Authorisation have between 30 and 35 miles. Cars competing on treasure hunts are generally required to average about 10 mph, so making the event about two hours in length.
Full download here: https://www.msauk.org/assets/guidetotreasurehunts2...
Further information on the Route Authorisation process and be found on the website at the following link: -
http://www.msauk.org/site/cms/contentviewarticle.a...
I thought this years car park competition was already settled. ' it's any person weighing over 15 stone who can sit in my Wedge drivers seat, and successful shut the door and put the belt on'. Because I can tell you, I weigh less than that and it's a challenge getting in. This Wedge is mighty tight. The door cards are exceptionally wide for some reason.
Tony. TCB.
Tony. TCB.
ElvisWedgely said:
I thought this years car park competition was already settled. ' it's any person weighing over 15 stone who can sit in my Wedge drivers seat, and successfully shut the door and put the belt on'. Because I can tell you, I weigh less than that and it's a challenge getting in. This Wedge is mighty tight. The door cards are exceptionally wide for some reason.
Tony. TCB.
Tony. TCB.
...Thats right mate..Space has been reserved..I have to agree as I'm perfectly trimmed physique wise and even i have trouble putting the belt on with the door shut...I normally put it on with the door open a few inches..Thats the rule then..."Door shut..Belt up"..> Treasure Hunts which have a set route on the Public Highway will need Authorisation through the CAO unless there are less than 13 competing vehicles.
Political correctness gone mad there!
Then the solution is to have no set route to the hunt, with two clues at each point and therefore a choice of routes available to each participant, and each group of 12 cars getting a different starting point.
To prove completion you could have an anagram of some sort to solve.
This would appear to nullify both requirements, and no fee would be due to any quango.
Political correctness gone mad there!
Then the solution is to have no set route to the hunt, with two clues at each point and therefore a choice of routes available to each participant, and each group of 12 cars getting a different starting point.
To prove completion you could have an anagram of some sort to solve.
This would appear to nullify both requirements, and no fee would be due to any quango.
...I guess we could always have a midnight treasure hunt..Clues could be spread out during the day with links to the runout point..Some could be also around the bar area and with strategically placed characters..i:e Hotel staff....The final clues could be in the suite..It could be food related or a piece of music..Once the final clue is found there will be a time limit countdown for those who think they know where the prize is...Mmmm...Could be right laugh..It will take some setting up but I'm sure i could get my brain around it..Now then..A prize.....Ill have a think about that one...V8 GRF said:
Treasure Hunts are now regulated....
Excerpt from an MSA PDF here:
Treasure Hunts which have a set route on the Public Highway will need Authorisation through the CAO unless there are less than 13 competing vehicles. CAO Authorisation for a standard sized event will cost £3.10 per starter. Most events requiring Authorisation have between 30 and 35 miles. Cars competing on treasure hunts are generally required to average about 10 mph, so making the event about two hours in length.
Full download here: https://www.msauk.org/assets/guidetotreasurehunts2...
Further information on the Route Authorisation process and be found on the website at the following link: -
http://www.msauk.org/site/cms/contentviewarticle.a...
Excerpt from an MSA PDF here:
Treasure Hunts which have a set route on the Public Highway will need Authorisation through the CAO unless there are less than 13 competing vehicles. CAO Authorisation for a standard sized event will cost £3.10 per starter. Most events requiring Authorisation have between 30 and 35 miles. Cars competing on treasure hunts are generally required to average about 10 mph, so making the event about two hours in length.
Full download here: https://www.msauk.org/assets/guidetotreasurehunts2...
Further information on the Route Authorisation process and be found on the website at the following link: -
http://www.msauk.org/site/cms/contentviewarticle.a...
Mark, a few ideas.
Gaydon Heritage Motor museum- went last year I know but thoroughly enjoyed it, wouldn't mind going back, oh, and you missed it so maybe you should see it?
Midland Air Museum at Coventry airport, http://www.midlandairmuseum.co.uk/, close by, 20 miles, 34 minutes away. (Gets my vote!)
Coventry Transport Museum - about 40 minutes away and also free. Parking might be a bit iffy though.
Kenilworth castle. Not been personally but looks impressive for those that are into old relics, and no, that's not the wife! http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/daysout/propert... 19 miles, 34 minutes.
Prodrive - long shot I know but is it worth asking for a tour around their works? http://www.prodrive.com/
Warwick castle - more relics but a great place to visit. https://www.warwick-castle.com/
Just thought I'd throw a few into the mix. Cheers.
Gaydon Heritage Motor museum- went last year I know but thoroughly enjoyed it, wouldn't mind going back, oh, and you missed it so maybe you should see it?
Midland Air Museum at Coventry airport, http://www.midlandairmuseum.co.uk/, close by, 20 miles, 34 minutes away. (Gets my vote!)
Coventry Transport Museum - about 40 minutes away and also free. Parking might be a bit iffy though.
Kenilworth castle. Not been personally but looks impressive for those that are into old relics, and no, that's not the wife! http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/daysout/propert... 19 miles, 34 minutes.
Prodrive - long shot I know but is it worth asking for a tour around their works? http://www.prodrive.com/
Warwick castle - more relics but a great place to visit. https://www.warwick-castle.com/
Just thought I'd throw a few into the mix. Cheers.
Thanks Keith...I did check on Gaydon but couldn't find anything for the Saturday...There is a classic rally on the Sunday..Did look at Warwick castle..Nothings concrete yet so all options considered...
I like the Air museum...Reminds me that i need to sort out the Wedge & Wings calendar that i was going to do last year...
Cheers...Ziga
I like the Air museum...Reminds me that i need to sort out the Wedge & Wings calendar that i was going to do last year...
Cheers...Ziga
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