[Sticks]

Originally posted by splodge0
I'm not saying you do this deliberately, sticks, but you've missed the point, again.....! I was suggesting it might be easier and cheaper in a rural area

Actually I have made this point in support of the Bury option. Bury is a small to medium town north of Manchester, so costs will be cheaper than Manchester city centre.

[Janette]

Splodge, you've made a very good point, and because Bury is a bit further out than other places, I've decided that the convention will be nearer the city centre but still in a smaller area where accomodation is cheaper.


Things are running very smoothly at this end, but I still need more people.

Splodge, are you coming or were you just offering advice?

U2U me if you want to come!!!!!!!

[Romantic Old Bird]

how many are there Janette?

[Janette]

We only have about 17 definites so far, but I don't know if those people are bringing anyone with them, family and friends are more than welcome!


If possible, I need to know if you are coming, and how many people you are bringing if at all.


Remember, to make this work, I need a total figure by 2nd Sept so please everyone, let me know

[cc100]

Y DONT U GET SOMEONE FROM BB1/2/3 TO SPEAK THERE?

[BusyBee]

Just a suggestion perhaps we could invite Dean and all sit round singing Oasis songs from song sheets - oh the memories. Would be great to have a guest of some sort.

Also if anyone is stuck for accommodation, we have a very nice tent to sleep 6 in the attic - though on second thoughts might be a bit cold in November.

[BusyBee]

Further to my last posting - just had a thought. Perhaps we could invite someone from Endemol - then they could find out what the real BB fans thought of BB3. Could do with some audience research.

[Sticks]

So what is the state of play
How many of you will be signing up ?

[blinkinlovely]

Great idea - but it all depends upon the date /timing etc as term time starts next week for me (booooooooooo!)
I haven'y replied eariler by the way 'cos i didn't really find and notice the thread due to holiday /school prep stuff!

[Janette]

Thanks for replying Blinkinlovely

The date is definitely 2nd November, it's a Saturday night so that all our younger members can come.

The venue will be in Manchester, nice and central.

There will be a buffet laid on and entertainment for the night.

There is plenty of accommodation nearby for people wanting to stay over, which I'm sure many members will!

We are still in the early stages but I can assure you that this will be a great night and I hope as many as possible of you can come.



Any questions, just U2U me and I'll get straight back to you

[blinkinlovely]

Thanks for the info Janette - I will ned to consult my diary!

[Graeme]

I have found a list of accomodation in Manchester from a website I found on a search engine. -

LeisureHunt Hotels


Princess Hotel Ref:17181

Location: 101 Portland Street, Manchester
Price indication: Single room from £64 Double room from £75 Grade:
Facilities: Ensuite Facilities, In-room TV, Children welcome, Non-Smoking rooms,

Copthorne Hotel Manchester Ref:26604

Location: Clippers Quay, Manchester
Price indication: Double room from £79 Grade:
Facilities: Ensuite Facilities, In-room TV, Children welcome, Non-Smoking rooms, Parking, Leisure facilities

Renaissance Manchester Ref:27138

Location: Blackfriars Street, Manchester
Price indication: Double room from £95 Grade:
Facilities: Ensuite Facilities, In-room TV, Children welcome, Non-Smoking rooms, Parking,

Le Meridien Palace Ref:58643 Book online Map Details

Location: Oxford Street, Manchester
Price indication: Double room from £99 Grade:
Facilities: Ensuite Facilities, In-room TV, Children welcome, Non-Smoking rooms,

Village Prestwich, North Manchester Ref:9060

Location: George Street, Bury New Road, Prestwich
Price indication: Single room from £74 Double room from £94 Grade:
Facilities: Ensuite Facilities, In-room TV, Children welcome, Non-Smoking rooms, Parking, Leisure facilities

Gardens Hotel Ref:17153

Location: 55 Piccadilly, Manchester
Price indication: Double room from £108 Grade:
Facilities: Ensuite Facilities, In-room TV, Children welcome, Non-Smoking rooms,

Le Meridien Victoria & Albert Ref:74001

Location: Water Street, Manchester
Price indication: Double room from £100 Grade:
Facilities: Ensuite Facilities, In-room TV, Children welcome, Non-Smoking rooms,

Jarvis Piccadilly Hotel Ref:76499

Location: PO Box 107, Piccadilly Plaza, Portland Street, Manchester
Price indication: Double room from £95 Grade:
Facilities: Ensuite Facilities, In-room TV, Children welcome, Non-Smoking rooms, Leisure facilities

Novotel Manchester West Ref:76500

Location: Worsley Brow, Worsley, Worsley, Manchester
Price indication: Double room from £65 Grade:
Facilities: Ensuite Facilities, In-room TV, Children welcome, Non-Smoking rooms, Parking, Leisure facilities

Malmaison Manchester Ref:80024

Location: Piccadilly, Manchester
Price indication: Double room from £99 Grade:
Facilities: Ensuite Facilities, In-room TV, Non-Smoking rooms, Leisure facilities



I hope this is a help to some people who are struggling to find accomodation in Manchester.

Graeme

[Sticks]

I hope this is a help to some people who are struggling to find accomodation in Manchester.

Graeme

Those prices are a bit steep

Try some of these:

[Sticks]

There is this one, plus others from A1tourism.com

[BusyBee]

ANY UPDATES ON 2 NOVEMBER. WHAT'S THE TOTAL GOING SO FAR.

[purplequeen]

sorry i carnt go

[Janette]

I'm just bumping this up the board because we've had some new members recently and everyone is welcome to come to the convention.

Right now, i'm just taking names so if anyone fancies a party on 2nd Nov, just U2U me and i'll get back to you

[Sticks]

This is me keeping this thread near the top

Remember to U2U Janette to let us know you are coming

[Sticks]

Elsewhere in this forum, they are talking about hiring dresses and black tie.

I thought this was an informal gathering

IS IT A BLACK TIE AFFAIR !!!!!!

Will I have to hire a tuxedo, as I am not in a position to since I was hoping to make this part of a larger sojourn in the North West.

Does this rule me out ?

[Kaz]

You don't have to wear a tuxedo, Sticks - just a black tie!

Seriously, as LEE has said in another thread, it WON'T be a formal occasion. Pity, I was looking forward to coming in full highland dress.

[Sticks]

All I know of the details being decided is that is on Saturday the 27th September, the fact that is the last Saturday before those of us who are paid at the end of the month does not seem to matter as I seem to be the only one affected, so there

The other detail is that it is in London, one of the most expensive places to be . . .

Is this date irrevocably set in stone ? (I heard that Maggie could be excluded because of this and she organises the kareoke

What part of London ?

What is the Cost

Can we have some answers so we have more time for preparation ?

[Princess Pink Pants]

So whats happening with this then?

[steve_o]

I don't belive anyone needs 3 months notice, has nobody heard of going on impulse. It's only 1 night. If you can't go you can't go, and that includes me. Stop whinging about it, get a grip, bb4 isnt even over yet, I'm glad I'm not orgainzing it, nobody would go if people maoned all the time. I'm sure Janette and Lee and whoever else is orgainzing are doing there best, Give em a break. You can't expect everyone to be happy for gods sake. The details will posted when there ready.

[Princess Pink Pants]

Calm down Steve!

Not all of us can just go on impulse coz of jobs, university, needing to save up money etc, I was only wondering if it where and when it is gonna be has been organised yet, if not then thats ok, u can just say nothings been decided yet, no need to go loopy!

[Janette]

nothing's been decided yet.