Cottage man rang me this morning to say he'll provide extra linen for anyone kipping on air beds, so there we go. Sorted, innit.
Jem wrote:
Bizarrely, the only condition the guy had on us having extra campers was that there were no children. Not sure why that was the case.
Maybe he's met the Grimlet.
Jem wrote:
Cottage man rang me this morning to say he'll provide extra linen for anyone kipping on air beds, so there we go. Sorted, innit.
Excellent!
Kris has just reminded me that I'm supposed to be running 10km on Sunday 19th September as part of a Guinness World Record attempt. If anyone is interested in joining me I think you can still enter:
https://virtualrunners.org/products/gui ... ttempt-run
If you want to join me but not enter that will also be appreciated as I bloody hate running on my own
https://virtualrunners.org/products/gui ... ttempt-run
If you want to join me but not enter that will also be appreciated as I bloody hate running on my own
Jem wrote:
Kris has just reminded me that I'm supposed to be running 10km on Sunday 19th September as part of a Guinness World Record attempt. If anyone is interested in joining me I think you can still enter:
https://virtualrunners.org/products/gui ... ttempt-run
If you want to join me but not enter that will also be appreciated as I bloody hate running on my own
https://virtualrunners.org/products/gui ... ttempt-run
If you want to join me but not enter that will also be appreciated as I bloody hate running on my own
Depends how fast you want to go
I'm not setting the world record 10km time at the same time, so I think you'll be fine 
Jem wrote:
I'm not setting the world record 10km time at the same time, so I think you'll be fine
I have entered..
Unsure, as the weekend sits between Cardiff half and 10k tunnel run, I'll be in recovery at that point I think.
KovacsC wrote:
Jem wrote:
I'm not setting the world record 10km time at the same time, so I think you'll be fine
I have entered..
Nice one
Hey all,
I know a few people were concerned even about coming for the day due to COVID, so I thought it might be an idea to actually talk about it.
I'm sure that those of us that are going are feeling okay and are reasonably sensible. I'm going to get Joans to dig out the cottaging tub and have a look what's in in. How are people feeling about using the handtowels in the downstairs look for example? We should probably have liquid soap in any of the shared bathrooms too. I've started to pick up some antibac dispensers, but not sure how many to get. I'm thinking:
I was also thinking of brining some camping chairs so we can sit outside. Hopefully it will be really nice weather and we can have the windows and doors open etc.
If anyone has any concerns, please voice them. We want people to feel comfortable and relaxed.
I know a few people were concerned even about coming for the day due to COVID, so I thought it might be an idea to actually talk about it.
I'm sure that those of us that are going are feeling okay and are reasonably sensible. I'm going to get Joans to dig out the cottaging tub and have a look what's in in. How are people feeling about using the handtowels in the downstairs look for example? We should probably have liquid soap in any of the shared bathrooms too. I've started to pick up some antibac dispensers, but not sure how many to get. I'm thinking:
- One for the porch
Downstairs loo
kitchen
Living room
conservatory
I was also thinking of brining some camping chairs so we can sit outside. Hopefully it will be really nice weather and we can have the windows and doors open etc.
If anyone has any concerns, please voice them. We want people to feel comfortable and relaxed.
How about getting a couple of those big ‘blue rolls’ for the communal loos, for hand drying purposes?
Mimi wrote:
How about getting a couple of those big ‘blue rolls’ for the communal loos, for hand drying purposes?
That's a fantastic call!
Thanks Mimi.
Goddess Jasmine wrote:
Hey all,
I know a few people were concerned even about coming for the day due to COVID, so I thought it might be an idea to actually talk about it.
I'm sure that those of us that are going are feeling okay and are reasonably sensible. I'm going to get Joans to dig out the cottaging tub and have a look what's in in. How are people feeling about using the handtowels in the downstairs look for example? We should probably have liquid soap in any of the shared bathrooms too. I've started to pick up some antibac dispensers, but not sure how many to get. I'm thinking:
I was also thinking of brining some camping chairs so we can sit outside. Hopefully it will be really nice weather and we can have the windows and doors open etc.
If anyone has any concerns, please voice them. We want people to feel comfortable and relaxed.
I know a few people were concerned even about coming for the day due to COVID, so I thought it might be an idea to actually talk about it.
I'm sure that those of us that are going are feeling okay and are reasonably sensible. I'm going to get Joans to dig out the cottaging tub and have a look what's in in. How are people feeling about using the handtowels in the downstairs look for example? We should probably have liquid soap in any of the shared bathrooms too. I've started to pick up some antibac dispensers, but not sure how many to get. I'm thinking:
- One for the porch
Downstairs loo
kitchen
Living room
conservatory
I was also thinking of brining some camping chairs so we can sit outside. Hopefully it will be really nice weather and we can have the windows and doors open etc.
If anyone has any concerns, please voice them. We want people to feel comfortable and relaxed.
That is a great idea..
I will bring a camping chair..
Good thinking Jazzy! We have quite a few camping chairs so we can bring those - hopefully the earlier date this year means fair weather.
Happy to contribute towards buying hand wash / antibac / blue roll type bits if required.
Not sure if it's too much info (but in case it helps) Gaz and I are now both double vaccinated.
Happy to contribute towards buying hand wash / antibac / blue roll type bits if required.
Not sure if it's too much info (but in case it helps) Gaz and I are now both double vaccinated.
Jem wrote:
Good thinking Jazzy! We have quite a few camping chairs so we can bring those - hopefully the earlier date this year means fair weather.
Happy to contribute towards buying hand wash / antibac / blue roll type bits if required.
Not sure if it's too much info (but in case it helps) Gaz and I are now both double vaccinated.
Happy to contribute towards buying hand wash / antibac / blue roll type bits if required.
Not sure if it's too much info (but in case it helps) Gaz and I are now both double vaccinated.
No worries Jem, I'm happy to contribute.
@curiosity, are you doing a quiz? Shall I bring pens and paper?
Thanks GJ for this.
I like the idea of more al-fresco cottaging. I think in the early days we did more outside but only when it was exceptionally warm. I'll definitely be packing a camping chair too (it's in my boot and unlikely to be moved between now and September!).
I like the idea of more al-fresco cottaging. I think in the early days we did more outside but only when it was exceptionally warm. I'll definitely be packing a camping chair too (it's in my boot and unlikely to be moved between now and September!).
Goddess Jasmine wrote:
Jem wrote:
Good thinking Jazzy! We have quite a few camping chairs so we can bring those - hopefully the earlier date this year means fair weather.
Happy to contribute towards buying hand wash / antibac / blue roll type bits if required.
Not sure if it's too much info (but in case it helps) Gaz and I are now both double vaccinated.
Happy to contribute towards buying hand wash / antibac / blue roll type bits if required.
Not sure if it's too much info (but in case it helps) Gaz and I are now both double vaccinated.
No worries Jem, I'm happy to contribute.
@curiosity, are you doing a quiz? Shall I bring pens and paper?
I am indeed doing a quiz, unless there are any objections, so pens and paper much appreciated.
If we have a slight overfill of the cottage then we might have some spare cash to throw at communal hygiene supplies.
Kern wrote:
Thanks GJ for this.
I like the idea of more al-fresco cottaging. I think in the early days we did more outside but only when it was exceptionally warm. I'll definitely be packing a camping chair too (it's in my boot and unlikely to be moved between now and September!).
I like the idea of more al-fresco cottaging. I think in the early days we did more outside but only when it was exceptionally warm. I'll definitely be packing a camping chair too (it's in my boot and unlikely to be moved between now and September!).
Yes, we had those large disposable BBQ trays outside, and one year there was a drum kit set up - that was awesome.
Curiosity wrote:
Goddess Jasmine wrote:
Jem wrote:
Good thinking Jazzy! We have quite a few camping chairs so we can bring those - hopefully the earlier date this year means fair weather.
Happy to contribute towards buying hand wash / antibac / blue roll type bits if required.
Not sure if it's too much info (but in case it helps) Gaz and I are now both double vaccinated.
Happy to contribute towards buying hand wash / antibac / blue roll type bits if required.
Not sure if it's too much info (but in case it helps) Gaz and I are now both double vaccinated.
No worries Jem, I'm happy to contribute.
@curiosity, are you doing a quiz? Shall I bring pens and paper?
I am indeed doing a quiz, unless there are any objections, so pens and paper much appreciated.
If we have a slight overfill of the cottage then we might have some spare cash to throw at communal hygiene supplies.
Yay! I know it will be different this year, but quiz makes it a bit better.
Any cash left over can go towards toilet rolls, tea, coffee, milk, sugar, etc if people like.
As it stands, we're looking at costs of approx £77 per person for cottage, so if everyone wanted to pay about £80 each that'd leave over £60 for loo roll, tea/coffee etc??
(Not got final figures yet so don't send me more cash)
(Not got final figures yet so don't send me more cash)
Being as I was maybe anyway, there is a strong chance i'll be free on Saturday at least. Would folks be ok with me rocking up in the afternoon for some board games, staying for the quiz, and then fucking off home late night?
Happy to chuck in some cash for food and shit if need be!
Happy to chuck in some cash for food and shit if need be!
Absolutely! (Can't speak for everyone though )
I hope more people do that too, to be honest. It would be lovely to see people, even if just for a day.
)I hope more people do that too, to be honest. It would be lovely to see people, even if just for a day.
Absolutely Trooper. The more the merrier!
Goddess Jasmine wrote:
Absolutely! (Can't speak for everyone though )
I hope more people do that too, to be honest. It would be lovely to see people, even if just for a day.
)I hope more people do that too, to be honest. It would be lovely to see people, even if just for a day.
It will be great to see you.
Totally great, wilkommen Trooper!
My friend Potter is 50/50, so I might just pop the deposit for him your way Jem, and we can figure things out later? He has a camper van so that's an option for him. As for Coronavirus fears, I reckon if we all just minimise our socialising in the week prior, thus improving the odds, and then just play it safe the week after too. Worthy sacrifices for the glory of Beex-Cottage.
Costs sound good Jem.
My friend Potter is 50/50, so I might just pop the deposit for him your way Jem, and we can figure things out later? He has a camper van so that's an option for him. As for Coronavirus fears, I reckon if we all just minimise our socialising in the week prior, thus improving the odds, and then just play it safe the week after too. Worthy sacrifices for the glory of Beex-Cottage.
Costs sound good Jem.
Folks could get some lateral flow tests ordered before September, too.
NervousPete wrote:
My friend Potter is 50/50, so I might just pop the deposit for him your way Jem, and we can figure things out later?
Brill
So, how do people feel about (two thirds of) the Yes, Chef!s cooking dinner on Saturday as normal?
It's probably beyond the time we have to do anything that isn't "help yourself" style, but we'd love to hear your thoughts.
It's probably beyond the time we have to do anything that isn't "help yourself" style, but we'd love to hear your thoughts.
Feeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeed meeeeeeeeee
Grim... wrote:
So, how do people feel about (two thirds of) the Yes, Chef!s cooking dinner on Saturday as normal?
It's probably beyond the time we have to do anything that isn't "help yourself" style, but we'd love to hear your thoughts.
It's probably beyond the time we have to do anything that isn't "help yourself" style, but we'd love to hear your thoughts.
That would be awesome.
Can't speak for anyone else of course, but if you guys are up for doing that then that'd be great with me
Possibly in! I’ll mark it in the diary if that’s ok?
The more the merrier
Grim... wrote:
So, how do people feel about (two thirds of) the Yes, Chef!s cooking dinner on Saturday as normal?
Sounds great. The Saturday meals are always excellent. Unless you're planning on serving the other 1/3 of the Yes, Chef!s as a stroganoff.
Grim... wrote:
So, how do people feel about (two thirds of) the Yes, Chef!s cooking dinner on Saturday as normal?
It's probably beyond the time we have to do anything that isn't "help yourself" style, but we'd love to hear your thoughts.
It's probably beyond the time we have to do anything that isn't "help yourself" style, but we'd love to hear your thoughts.
As if you have to ask!?
Which other one though?
I was banking on being fed in Saturday to be honest so yep... Looking forward to it Grim...!
Iced.
Magnificent
Hahaha I love it.
Hey all. As there's been no movement on deposits etc over the past couple of weeks I can confirm that the total cost per person is £79.40
Did we confirm if we all wanted to chuck in a few quid towards supplies? (Could always sort this later with Jazzy?)
Did we confirm if we all wanted to chuck in a few quid towards supplies? (Could always sort this later with Jazzy?)
More than happy to pay that. How much do we want for supplies?
Jem wrote:
Hey all. As there's been no movement on deposits etc over the past couple of weeks I can confirm that the total cost per person is £79.40
Did we confirm if we all wanted to chuck in a few quid towards supplies? (Could always sort this later with Jazzy?)
Did we confirm if we all wanted to chuck in a few quid towards supplies? (Could always sort this later with Jazzy?)
Is that £79.40 less the £20 so £59.40?
Apologies, it has been a warm day.
MaliA wrote:
Jem wrote:
Hey all. As there's been no movement on deposits etc over the past couple of weeks I can confirm that the total cost per person is £79.40
Did we confirm if we all wanted to chuck in a few quid towards supplies? (Could always sort this later with Jazzy?)
Did we confirm if we all wanted to chuck in a few quid towards supplies? (Could always sort this later with Jazzy?)
Is that £79.40 less the £20 so £59.40?
Apologies, it has been a warm day.
Yes. No need to apologise, I should have clarified!
All paid... Thanks for sorting..
Same! I have paid the remaining for myself and @col_MAN
Happy to chip in for sundries also when that's needed
Happy to chip in for sundries also when that's needed
Done, twice.
MaliA wrote:
Done, twice.
(well once, but one bigger one 
) Ughhhhhhhhh sorry guys, I've cocked up. 
My ~fancy~ spreadsheet was only supposed to count people (to work out cost per person) if there was a value in the deposit column, and it didn't, it included everyone (including people who said they were interested but didn't pay a deposit) so it's £90 per person rather than just under £80. 
Massive apologies for the inconvenience for those who've already transferred what they thought was the remaining balance last night or this morning.
So, just to confirm: if you've only paid the £20 deposit, you now owe £70. If you have paid the £80 you need to pay another £10. There's no rush though.
Again, I'm sorry.
Not having a very good week here. Should have got Kovacs to the do the spreadsheet!
My ~fancy~ spreadsheet was only supposed to count people (to work out cost per person) if there was a value in the deposit column, and it didn't, it included everyone (including people who said they were interested but didn't pay a deposit) so it's £90 per person rather than just under £80. Massive apologies for the inconvenience for those who've already transferred what they thought was the remaining balance last night or this morning.
So, just to confirm: if you've only paid the £20 deposit, you now owe £70. If you have paid the £80 you need to pay another £10. There's no rush though.
Again, I'm sorry.
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