LeeEnfield Posted June 18, 2009 Share Posted June 18, 2009 Yea! 18-20th June. Booked the time off!! Won't know if I can get these dates until next march, Jack;........here's hoping; Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Pearson Posted June 18, 2009 Share Posted June 18, 2009 A couple of points to consider: This event is close to Tankfest in date and location. I wonder if there is any scope for visiting tanks to appear at bovy as well? second point is not so good. My Valentine was taken to Dorset this year to appear, amongst other places at Weymouth Veterans Parade. Despite being the only British Armour used to train American tank crews (the DD crews) and having the enthusiastic support of the organisers, the Highways Department were adamant that NO steel tracks would be allowed so my tank never took part. It would be a problem for Armour and Embarkation if the same county highways department imposed the same ban: might be worth checking it out. One really annoying thing about Weymouth is that they close the road so have control over who uses it. My Valentine is road registered so they could not stop me driving it down the promenade at any other time but the time of the parade itself, I was unable to use the (closed) road without their permission! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adrian Barrell Posted June 19, 2009 Share Posted June 19, 2009 I reckon we should hold the event in Suffolk.....no such problems here! :-D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
egdod Posted June 19, 2009 Share Posted June 19, 2009 I reckon we should hold the event in Suffolk.....no such problems here! :-D Well said that man!!!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack Posted June 21, 2009 Author Share Posted June 21, 2009 A couple of points to consider:This event is close to Tankfest in date and location. I wonder if there is any scope for visiting tanks to appear at bovy as well? second point is not so good. My Valentine was taken to Dorset this year to appear, amongst other places at Weymouth Veterans Parade. Despite being the only British Armour used to train American tank crews (the DD crews) and having the enthusiastic support of the organisers, the Highways Department were adamant that NO steel tracks would be allowed so my tank never took part. It would be a problem for Armour and Embarkation if the same county highways department imposed the same ban: might be worth checking it out. One really annoying thing about Weymouth is that they close the road so have control over who uses it. My Valentine is road registered so they could not stop me driving it down the promenade at any other time but the time of the parade itself, I was unable to use the (closed) road without their permission! John that is a very good point and I know Kev will be speaking with them to see what can be done. That is a real shame about Weymouth as that would of been something special to see that in the parade. When I watch you at Trucks and Troops driving around the arena there it didn't seem to do any damage - and it looked like you were having fun too!! You will be coming to Armour and Embarkation with your Valentine. Right?! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Pearson Posted June 22, 2009 Share Posted June 22, 2009 John that is a very good point and I know Kev will be speaking with them to see what can be done. That is a real shame about Weymouth as that would of been something special to see that in the parade. When I watch you at Trucks and Troops driving around the arena there it didn't seem to do any damage - and it looked like you were having fun too!! You will be coming to Armour and Embarkation with your Valentine. Right?! I will but only if I can drive! Weymouth wanted me to go but stay on the low loader! Did not see you at Trucks and Troops but you are right, it did no damage. It never does unless it is 80 degrees plus! Did you see our 'radio control tank' stunt? It is apparently on YouTube although I can't see it myself as I am still on dial up and I am too old to wait for it to come down the telephone line! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Ives Posted June 25, 2009 Share Posted June 25, 2009 do you still want me to come down with the cookhouse for this event jack as will put in the diary if definate Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack Posted June 25, 2009 Author Share Posted June 25, 2009 do you still want me to come down with the cookhouse for this event jack as will put in the diary if definate Yes please Dave! Organic food, yes? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeeEnfield Posted June 27, 2009 Share Posted June 27, 2009 Yes please Dave! Organic food, yes? Can probably supply some MUSHROOMS,..........Ahem..:cool2: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ashley Posted June 28, 2009 Share Posted June 28, 2009 Yes please Dave! Organic food, yes? `ere Jack lad being a country lad jou have nuff time to grow plenty veggies for all the troops expected, "Dig for Victory Boy " and use plenty of organic matter (no Bull S*** ) with all those daughters ---- you have land girls on tap . Cheers for now Ashley Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CommanderChuff Posted June 29, 2009 Share Posted June 29, 2009 Guys just what you want for this event...... http://commercial.apolloduck.co.uk/display.phtml?aid=103777 Perhaps we could have a whip round? Paul Just to advise that I have made contact with the owners of the Private Ryan landing craft with a view to having it at the event, and if I get a favourable reply will forward it on. Although I have booked a berth at Weymouth for a sailing yatch it is not the type of ship to embark vehicles or troops, but if there is anything that I can to do in helping in organising then will be pleased to contribute. My professional life is a business project manager and am a qualified maritime skipper. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeeEnfield Posted June 29, 2009 Share Posted June 29, 2009 Just to advise that I have made contact with the owners of the Private Ryan landing craft with a view to having it at the event, and if I get a favourable reply will forward it on. Although I have booked a berth at Weymouth for a sailing yatch it is not the type of ship to embark vehicles or troops, but if there is anything that I can to do in helping in organising then will be pleased to contribute. My professional life is a business project manager and am a qualified maritime skipper. Wow,..................now that sounds good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fayjo56 Posted June 30, 2009 Share Posted June 30, 2009 My brother has recently been looking into the contribution made by the Fire Service in the lead up to D Day. There was a great deal of mobilisation to provide fire cover to the massive storage dpots building up in the south, there was also involvement in building the mulberrys and many other things. My brother (and a few friends) own wartime fire appliances. Would there be a place for them at the event and would they be welcome if I can arouse their interest? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack Posted July 1, 2009 Author Share Posted July 1, 2009 Just to advise that I have made contact with the owners of the Private Ryan landing craft with a view to having it at the event, and if I get a favourable reply will forward it on. Although I have booked a berth at Weymouth for a sailing yatch it is not the type of ship to embark vehicles or troops, but if there is anything that I can to do in helping in organising then will be pleased to contribute. My professional life is a business project manager and am a qualified maritime skipper. WOW - I am sure we could work something out! Well done and thank you for your help! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marmite!! Posted July 3, 2009 Share Posted July 3, 2009 Not sure how you're going to get on with tracked MV's Jack when you can't even put a bit of Bunting up in Dorset:confused: good luck:sweat: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1197323/Health-safety-chiefs-ban-bunting-town-carnival--make-lampposts-topple.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack Posted July 4, 2009 Author Share Posted July 4, 2009 OMG - how bloody pathetic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joris Posted July 5, 2009 Share Posted July 5, 2009 OMFG things are really bad over there.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeeEnfield Posted July 5, 2009 Share Posted July 5, 2009 Not sure how you're going to get on with tracked MV's Jack when you can't even put a bit of Bunting up in Dorset:confused: good luck:sweat: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1197323/Health-safety-chiefs-ban-bunting-town-carnival--make-lampposts-topple.html :shocked: B. heck,.........only in England....... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abn deuce Posted July 5, 2009 Share Posted July 5, 2009 The place must be crumbling very fast indeed , if the street lights are going now what of the traffic lights and bridges ? Certainly the man hole covers are not to be trusted either . Quick get out while you can . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest catweazle (Banned Member) Posted July 5, 2009 Share Posted July 5, 2009 Certainly the man hole covers are not to be trusted either .Quick get out while you can . They are all nearly new mate as the pikeys nicked most of them and took them in for scrap.:-Dget your govnt to issue us a lifetime visa and i will be over faster than concorde:cool2: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Degsy Posted July 5, 2009 Share Posted July 5, 2009 They are all nearly new mate as the pikeys nicked most of them and took them in for scrap.:-Dget your govnt to issue us a lifetime visa and i will be over faster than concorde:cool2: Broomstick being serviced ready for the off CW?:-D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest catweazle (Banned Member) Posted July 5, 2009 Share Posted July 5, 2009 Broomstick being serviced ready for the off CW?:-D :rofl::rofl::rofl: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ww2rupert Posted July 19, 2009 Share Posted July 19, 2009 The 4th Dorsetshire living history group will be there (i think were already booked in!) Along with my Austin K2 GS lorry and my mates Dingo (which i know is booked in! So you have one piece of armour, one soft skin and infantry:yay: Colin Capt 4th Dorsets Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soul Reaver Posted August 4, 2009 Share Posted August 4, 2009 Hey guys, Did the event last year with my GMC and would love to get involved again. Its to close to home to miss such a gud event! Cheers Matt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marmite!! Posted August 4, 2009 Share Posted August 4, 2009 Hey guys,Did the event last year with my GMC and would love to get involved again. Its to close to home to miss such a gud event! Cheers Matt It's never been on before:confused: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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