Fueltopia and Friends Xmas Toy Run 2012.

[wimpy]

Hi everyone, I hope you are all well.
After the great success of last years toy run I am please to let you all know that this years event will be held on Saturday 8th December 2012. I am just waiting for a reply from the JR and Chase Guildford that this date is ok and I will then get the ball rolling. So this is just a heads up.
It would be great to see you all supporting this event once again.

Many thanks
Iain

Fueltopia events organiser.
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[wimpy]

OK guys here we go.
I have now had the replys I was waiting for and its now all go. Both the JR Childrens hospital and Chase hospice in Guildford have said they would be delited to be involved in this years event. so we are all set to start.


The event will start at the Ace Cafe in London from 7am onwards and we will be looking to leave there at 10:30am sharp. We will then head over to oxford for the first drop then over to Guildford for the final part of the day. Further details will be put up closer to the date.

Now the aim of this event is to deliver toys to the children that will be spending time away from home over the Christmas festivities. With the children ranging from birth to late teens we need a cross selection of toys to cover the age ranges so please think of this when chosing your gift/gifts. The Chase Hospice will be emailing me a list of ideas that came forward for those not 100% sure on what to get soonce i have this email i will let you know what's on it.
Last year we saw some amazing toys given over and even a large toy company got involved and donated a few thousand pounds worth of toys which really struck home how thourtfull people are at this time of year. All I ask is every little counts and no matter how large or small your gifts are the smiles from the children are all the thanks we need.

I will be giving you all regular updates as we get closer to the date and I look forward to seeing the lists of people attending grow week by week.
Don't forget to check the main event page over at http://www.fueltopia.co.uk/events/fueltopia-and-fr...

Cheers
Iain

Edited by wimpy on Sunday 23 September 19:16

[wimpy]

draeburn said:

Iain, do you want to start a list here?

If so:

1. draeburn - R35 GT-R

Yea that would be great. I will update the main list every few days.

[wimpy]

Guys i had an email yesterday from one of last years toy run drivers with this heart breaking news.

I have just received the heart breaking news that my friends son who was a patient at the CHASE hospice passed away yesterday, just after his 5th birthday.

His father thanked me personally after last years run and explained how vital the hospice was for his family. His sons condition was such that there was no chance of recovery, all they could do was make the short time he had as happy and pain free as possible. Although the hospice does see a handful of miracle recoveries most of the children will not live to adulthood.

So please, even if you can't make it on the day, think about donating a gift and passing it on to someone who is going to take along for you.

[wimpy]

Afternoon guys. I am asked many time what sort of gift to get for the toy run. Well The JR childrens hospital are open to any gifts with ages ranging from new born through to teens. The Chase hospice being a specialised centre they have given me a list of gifts that would be more ideal for the children and young adults that stay there. Please see the list below.

Toy Run wish list guide

Under 2 year olds
Musical/movement toys
Play gym mat
Sensory toys (with lights and sounds)
Bath toys
Touchy feely books
Musical CD’s
Story book CD’s
Snuggle blankets
Bath Products


3-5 year olds
Musical/Movement toys
Story CD’s
Sensory toys (with lights and sounds)
Tactile toys (vibrating, touchy feely)
Dolls
Stickers
Art things
Play Dooh
Lego
Magnetix
Cars and Trucks
Pyjamas
Bath toys
Bath products
Snuggle blankets
Musical instruments
Age related books


6-10 year olds
Art materials
Hair, nails and make up
Disney toys
Princess toys/books/dressing up
Duvet sets
Blankets
Age related story books

11-14 year olds
Hair/nails/make up
Art materials
Up to date CD’s
Up to date DVD’s
Remote control toys
Pyjamas
Blankets for teenagers
Toiletry sets (male + female)
Glove and scarf sets (male + female)


15-21 year olds
Smellies, Bath bombs, perfumes, Lotions, creams etc
Up to date CD’s
Up to date DVD’s
Older story book CD’s
Hair, nails and make up
Store vouchers (HMV, Game, New Look, Topshop, Topman and alike)
Sport stuff
Toiletry sets (male + female)
Gloves and Scarf sets (male + female)

Many thanks
Iain

[wimpy]

Hi guys it's been busy again this year as normal. Here are the details of this years running order.

Welcome to your route for the days events.
Part 1. Ace Café to the JR Children’s wards. OX3 9DU.

Leave the Ace Café and on to the A406 heading for the A40. At A406.A40 roundabout head for M25/Ocford/Birmingham.

Continue on A40/M40.

Exit M40 at junction 8 Oxford A40. Continue on A40 until you reach the Headington roundabout (McDonalds on left). Continue over roundabout into Headington. Continue through lights passing Shell station on your right. From here you should see signs of John Ratcliffe. At Lights turn right (pub on corner). Continue until you reach a mini roundabout directing you into the hospital grounds. Once inside take 1st exit at roundabout. There are 2 staff car parks please follow the convoy as unknown which one we will use on the day. Once parked up wait for instructions from the organisers.


Part 2. JR to the Worplesdon premier inn. GU3- 3RY.

On exiting the hospital grounds at mini roundabout take 2nd exit (right) Follow round until you reach 2 mini roundabouts (BP garage on left). Over the 1st and right at the second. Continue on this road until you see sign for A40 Cheltenham take the slip road on left onto the A40. Continue on A40 until you reach roundabout. Take 2nd exit (straight over). Continue to roundabout taking exit for A34. (BP will be on your left as you take exit). Continue short distance to roundabout keeping left and onto the A34. Stay on A34 heading for the M4. (sat navs may try and take you else where.) At junction A34/M4 take left onto M4 (Reading/ Bracknell). Continue on M4 to junction 10 Wokingham /Bracknell A392M. Continue on A392 until you see signs for A322. From here you need to follow A322 all the way. (There are many roundabouts as you go through Bracknell so please keep an eye out). As you approach Guildford you will come into Worplesdon and the Premier inn will be on you left. Please as you enter the hotel grounds bare left into the 1st car park and park up. We will be here for 30 minutes to regroup and use the pub for toilets and bar to get refreshments.


Final Part. Worplesdon to Christopher’s Hospice
GU3-1LP.

Head out of hotel grounds turning right back onto the A322.
Continue on the A322 into Guildford. Once at the main ring road roundabout you will turn left. You will then need to get into the right hand lane. Continue until you see Jaguar dealer at main traffic lights, you will need to turn right here. Should still sign A322. Continue on this road until you reach roundabout. Take 2nd exit. Next roundabout (Surrey Police building on your right). Straight over. At next junction/ roundabout (Jamie’s Italian in front of you, you need to follow road on and over the bridge making sure you keep to the left as you go over the bridge. Take 1st turning left once over the bridge onto the A3100. Once on the A3100 continue for around 1 ½ miles where you will come to a mini roundabout ( industrial estate on left). Take 1st exit as if going into the estate. You should then see sign for Chase Christopher Hospice. Drive into car park and park up ( watch for speed hump on the drive). Once parked up you have reached the end of the final part of the route. Follow organisers instructions as to what to do next.

We are upto around 30 cars so far but it would be great if we could get some more so put the word out there and I will check back with any further details as we get closer to the day.

Cheers
Iain

[wimpy]

We will be leaving the Ace Cafe at 10:30 sharp and are expected at the JR at 11:30.
Those wanting breakfast at the ace can arrive from 7am I have been told.

[wimpy]

V8Smith if I remember rightly last year was all over around 5-5:30pm Last year they laid on tea and coffee and some lovely cakes that the staff made for us.

So not long now guys and I think everyone I have spoken to is getting really excited about this years run and its great to see a few new guys joining us this year.
It seems the kids are going to do well again this year with people emailing me saying they have been collecting from there work places and there friends so a big thank you to them for really getting into the spirit of things.

NOTE... Those of you not wishing to follow the route from the JR to the RV point at the PUB are welcome to make there own way there and they will be expecting us from around 2pm. We will have to leave the Pub at 3pm sharp to allow us time to get through the Saturday traffic in Guildford traffic.

Cheers
Iain

[wimpy]

So with just a week to go before we hit the road for this fantastic event I have been so pleased with how people are getting behind what we are all doing. I have been getting emails and messages from people saying that they have had whip rounds at work and are off to spend the £400 they managed to collect and others asking how big can the gifts be? Well all I can say is thank you all so much. All I ask for now is a dry bright day. It would be so nice to see as many Christmas decorated cars turn up as possible. Im off out to get a few bits next week for the car to make it sparkle. If you have any questions please ask and I will do my best to answer them otherwise see you all on the 8th.

[wimpy]

Dr Interceptor said:

Just a quick question, perhaps being daft, but should the gifts be wrapped?

No not a daft question. I have been asked to tell people not to wrap there gifts only so the staff can see what is for a boy or girl.

Cheers
Iain

[wimpy]

Furyblade_Lee said:

DOH! I have wrapped up 5 bags of donated toys!!!!! BUT on each there is a tag discreetly saying B / G and age range. Genius. I have also had £300+ donated from friends and family via my Facebook page, going shopping for prezzies ASAP.

Hey don't worry about the wrapping paper its cool. So good to hear that even people not attending are still getting involved and donating their hard earned money thinks guys.

Iain

[wimpy]

Furyblade_Lee said:

I will be leaving jct6. M25 around 7.30 am in the 'ole mini, aiming the get to the Ace for 9am. Got LOTS of presents on board, going to be cramped!!!

That's awesome dude. I am over joyed with how people have got involved this year. Have checked the weather for the day and it looks like the sun will be shining down on us again this year. Don't forget to decorate your cars. I have had lots of people messaging me saying they have been out a got this and that for the car.

Cheers once again guys.

Iain

[wimpy]

Ginger goblin said:

Is it an option to join the run at JR? Was planning on arriving there around 11:30am as requested.

Hi GG yes that will be fine. We will all be parking in the staff car park just past the Heli pad. I am sure you will see the cars lol

Iain

[wimpy]

Furyblade_Lee said:

I am off to poundland to buy several meters of tinsel tomorrow, with either look ace or pretty crap...... :-0

I am sure it will look awesome. I done the same yesterday with some very bright colours.
Look forward to seeing it. Last year I lost some of my tinsel on the M40, the soft top behind me caught most of it lol.

[wimpy]

northerngit said:

I am really looking forward to this..

My name is on the FuelTopia site, my work have provided me with tons of presents, and my 19month year old (who entered this world at the JR!) has her santa outfit.

Now to decorate the P1!

One more silly question - what happens to the presents - do we hand them all over to the staff - or do we divide them up between the JR and Chase beforehand?

I only ask as I can only make the meet to the JR part of the run.

Hello mate. It is up to you how you devide them up. Some of the staff from the JR will come down to the main lobby with some of the children that are well enough to leave the children's wards. I only ask people to do what they can and the fact you are able to only do the JR stage is still fantastic.

Iain

[wimpy]

Done well there buddy. So looking forward to Saturday.

[wimpy]

Lakelord said:

It doesn't make sense for a friend of mine to meet at the ACE first so is the an ETA and meeting place at the JR so he can meet us there?

We are aiming to arrive at the JR for between 11:15 and 11:30.

Iain

[wimpy]

Andy5678 said:

Hi Iain,

I would like to join you for the fueltopia and toy run for this Saturday, I have a boot full of toys and will be coming along with my son who is 11 years old, hope this is OK, i am new to Pisonheads and have signed up today with Fueltopia, not sure which site to register with for this event, car is Bentley Turbo R, if you need me to do anything else please let me know, if not I look forward to meeting you all at the Ace Cafe Saturday morning

Hi Andy it will be great to have you along. If you have also registered on fueltopia that is great as that is the main site for this great event. To b honest you have done what is needed and I look forward to meeting you and your son on Saturday.

Cheers
Iain

[wimpy]

gruffalo said:

Got a load of presents all wrapped and labeled but no car at the moment, still awaiting parts from the US.

I can meet someone at the lay by just off Junct 4 of the M40 if some kind person would like to collect them all and distribute on my behalf I would be very apprciative.

hi i can come collect them.give me a calll on 07740404579 and we can sort it out.

Iain.

[wimpy]

Wow that is just fantastic.