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Title: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Lloydy on Wednesday 28 September 05 15:10 BST (UK): Hi everyone

Following the success of the two previous Rootschat Meets in Dudley and York, I was thinking that now might be a good time to start thinking about Meet No. 3.

It would be nice to hear other Rootschatter's preferences and ideas for "Where and When".

I, personally, would find it difficult to attend a Meet in London, mainly because of the cost. Of course, the arrangements would have to suit everyone, not just me!!!!!!!

Jan
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Post by: jakky on Wednesday 28 September 05 15:50 BST (UK): Hope I can make it next time ::)

how about in the middle of England, or Scotland or Wales or lovely Ireland, just dreaming really,

Jakky
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Post by: avj on Wednesday 28 September 05 15:51 BST (UK): How about somwhere in the West Country since you've tried the north and the midlands?

eg Bristol, Bath, Exeter......etc

Adrian
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Post by: Lloydy on Wednesday 28 September 05 19:00 BST (UK): It's amazing.............65 people have viewed this topic and only 2 replies.

Come on everyone ;D

Jan
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Post by: MaryA on Wednesday 28 September 05 20:10 BST (UK): This might be convenient in Liverpool

There will be a Family History Fair held at Liverpool Aintree Racecourse, Princess Royal Stand, Ormskirk Road, Aintree L9 5AS

SUNDAY NOV 6th 2005 10am-5pm (admission usually about £2)

Mary
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Post by: Mobo on Wednesday 28 September 05 20:46 BST (UK): ;D ;D

Talk about great minds etc. etc.... I was only thinking the same this morning Lloydy.

What do you think of this idea ? Why not have COUNTY MEETS ? Where people from the same county (and those from neighbouring counties) can meet up.

That way, more people would be able to attend, and it wouldn't be expensive, ie: a relatively short distance to travel and no overnight stay. Okay we probably wouldn't get to meet a lot of the friends we've made on Rootschat, but if we still kept the GENERAL MEETS as well, then that way, everyone would get a chance to be involved.

How say you ??

:D :D
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Post by: Jane Eden on Wednesday 28 September 05 20:49 BST (UK): Hi

I would love to meet both with people from the county and nationwide. I would like the arrangement to be firm though as it sounded as though people went to the North East recently and didn't meet up. I would have been really disappointed if I had gone that far and not met anyone.

Jane
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Post by: Mobo on Wednesday 28 September 05 20:56 BST (UK): ;D ;D

Well Jane,

The only way to make sure it's a firm arrangement, would be for you to arrange the Nottinghamshire one yourself. What do you think then ?? ;D ;D

:D :D
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Post by: Jane Eden on Wednesday 28 September 05 21:05 BST (UK): Hi

I knew you would say that! Maybe.

It's the national one I meant and I do not have the time to arrange that unfortunately otherwise I would. I can only hope a volunteer will step forward.

Jane
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Post by: Ticker on Wednesday 28 September 05 21:10 BST (UK): It would be great to get a third meet organised. I have been to the first two and had a great time at both.

I think the main (national) meet needs to be relatively central so as many people as possible can have a chance of making it, but its also a good idea to arrange County meets maybe tying in with the various regional Family History Fairs.

Any more suggestions for a venue for No. 3?

Ticker
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Post by: Mobo on Wednesday 28 September 05 21:37 BST (UK): ;D ;D

Well Ticker

Here's a map of England, and I reckon the centre is about Leicestershire/Nottinghamshire - what does everyone else think ??
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Post by: JillJ on Wednesday 28 September 05 21:49 BST (UK): Fine by me Mobo! I'm pretty flexible really but have to say I don't much fancy London.

Jill
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Post by: Boongie Pam on Wednesday 28 September 05 21:52 BST (UK): As well as centrality we should think of the transport links too.

Mainline trains and airports help those travelling from further afield.

Cheers,
Pam
;D
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Post by: Lloydy on Wednesday 28 September 05 21:54 BST (UK): I think the County Meets, as well as the National is a great idea. Good thinking!!!

Mobo - the trains for me to Leicester are more direct and cheaper than Nottingham!!!!!

Jan
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Post by: Lesanne on Wednesday 28 September 05 22:01 BST (UK): Could we do one of those voting/poll thingy's to see where most people, who would attend, come from. Then go to the middle of that...

Closest large town / city.
Lesanne. :D
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Post by: Boongie Pam on Wednesday 28 September 05 22:02 BST (UK): Hurumph!

I see Scotland has been cut off altogether on that map!

There have been other meets - Cumberland I believe was recent. It is a really good idea. Advertise them in the Common Room and a mod will sticky them at the top for a while once the location is fixed.

Pam
;D
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Post by: Boongie Pam on Wednesday 28 September 05 22:05 BST (UK): We can add a poll anytime. Someone suggest the list choice and I'll merge it.

P ;D
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Post by: Lesanne on Wednesday 28 September 05 22:09 BST (UK): How about one of those mileage charts from a map book.
That has a list of main towns. L.
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Post by: Lloydy on Wednesday 28 September 05 22:12 BST (UK): Good idea Lesanne :D

Quote from: avj on Wednesday 28 September 05 15:51 BST (UK)
How about somwhere in the West Country since you've tried the north and the midlands?

eg Bristol, Bath, Exeter......etc

Adrian

Quote from: MaryA on Wednesday 28 September 05 20:10 BST (UK)
This might be convenient in Liverpool

There will be a Family History Fair held at Liverpool Aintree Racecourse, Princess Royal Stand, Ormskirk Road, Aintree L9 5AS

SUNDAY NOV 6th 2005 10am-5pm (admission usually about £2)

Mary

Quote from: Mobo on Wednesday 28 September 05 21:37 BST (UK)
;D ;D

Well Ticker

Here's a map of England, and I reckon the centre is about Leicestershire/Nottinghamshire - what does everyone else think ??

There's some suggestions for the list Pam ;D ;D

Jan
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Post by: smeghead on Wednesday 28 September 05 22:14 BST (UK): what about in the south east say kent, Essex, Surrey or Sussex ???? I could get to most of these places with out it interfering with work commiments

Jim
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Post by: Lesanne on Wednesday 28 September 05 22:16 BST (UK): We're not in the middle of anywhere, Brighton.. ;D
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Post by: Boongie Pam on Wednesday 28 September 05 22:21 BST (UK): How's this for a choice then? Now bear in mind we've already done Dudley & York.

And this is only for a General Meet, not any random local meets.

Glasgow
Edinburgh
Newcastle
Liverpool
Manchester
Durham
Birmingham
Oxford
Bath
London

Tried to cover four corners and a bit in the middle.

I'll let there be 2 votes each.

Any additions before I do it?

P
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Post by: Wendi on Wednesday 28 September 05 22:22 BST (UK): Lesanne - how about we start one on the "daen sowf" boards?
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Post by: Lloydy on Wednesday 28 September 05 22:24 BST (UK): Pam, how many can we vote for?

Jan
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Post by: Boongie Pam on Wednesday 28 September 05 22:33 BST (UK): When the list is agreed I'll set up a post and you will have 2 votes.

If there are no additions I'll set it up as is.

wendi,
It would be good if there are open meets that they are mentioned in the Common Room as well/ or liked to ones on the counties. I don't have any relatives in London soI don't visit London boards much but from Edinburgh I'd rather go to a London meet than a Newcastle one because it's cheaper to fly than train.

Pam
;D
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Post by: PaulineJ on Wednesday 28 September 05 22:35 BST (UK): Don't forget ;D

North West Group of FHS @ Manchester Velodrome,

Saturday 1st October, 10am to 4pm . Entrance £2

http://www.nwgfhs.org.uk/

Pauline
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Post by: JillJ on Wednesday 28 September 05 22:40 BST (UK): If you are looking for places with good road, rail and air links you could add Nottingham (East Midlands Airport, M1 & good rail links) and Leeds (Leeds/Bradford Airport, M62/M1 and main line rail links).

Jill
Title: Rootschat Meet No 3 - Location?
Post by: Boongie Pam on Wednesday 28 September 05 22:46 BST (UK): Vote for your best 2 places.

P ;D
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Post by: apanderson on Wednesday 28 September 05 22:46 BST (UK): Scotland?

Did someone mention Scotland?

When 'up north' was mentioned I didn't realise it meant the north of England.

To me, 'up north' is Wick, Thurso and John O'Groats and 'down south' is the Borders!

'Hurumph!' indeed Pam!

I'd be more than interested if Scotland was included - it's not that far away guys!

Anne
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Post by: Lesanne on Wednesday 28 September 05 23:09 BST (UK): Yep, sounds good to me. L. ;D
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Post by: philipsearching on Thursday 29 September 05 00:24 BST (UK): "you can't please everybody" - where have I heard that before?

the essentials are:
good transport links (plane, train, coach)
cheapish accommodation
not too many hours travelling from anywhere in the UK

Looks like Birmingham or Manchester, with Liverpool hot on their heels.

Guess I'll have to stop buying BMD certificates and save up the fare!

Philip
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Post by: dennford on Thursday 29 September 05 00:50 BST (UK): Good to see you all jostling for position when we in the Gibson dessert dont have a chance
Denn
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Post by: indiapaleale on Thursday 29 September 05 00:56 BST (UK): As a Brummie born and raised my choice would be Brum!......but as I can't make it over for another year or so.......

Why don't you all come to my house in California! Plenty of sunshine! Bring yer bathing suit!
Indi
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Post by: liverpool annie on Thursday 29 September 05 01:34 BST (UK): How about Colorado ? - mountains - sunshine - snow - you name it - we've got it!!

::) ::) ::) ::)
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Post by: Mobo on Thursday 29 September 05 09:39 BST (UK): ;D ;D

Hi Annie !

I'll come and visit you - sounds great !! Why not post a pickie ?

;D ;D
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Post by: alcrighton on Thursday 29 September 05 12:47 BST (UK): Indie's suggeted California, Aniie Colorado and I'll throw Mexico into the mix! Somewhere on the Pacific coast I think, Ixtapa or Puerto Vallarta .

Al
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Post by: GRACELAND on Thursday 29 September 05 18:43 BST (UK): ;D Well Bath or Cardiff would be great !!! ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: liverpool annie on Thursday 29 September 05 19:10 BST (UK): Here you go Mobo!

You guys can all come here and Graceland can go to Mablethorpe - 'cos he thinks it will be better there - NO ELVIS here!! hasn't even been spotted!!

http://www.colorado.com/index2.html

Annie
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Post by: MaryA on Thursday 29 September 05 19:14 BST (UK): I have my ticket booked Annie, will see you at the airport! :P ;D ;D

Mary
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Post by: GRACELAND on Thursday 29 September 05 19:19 BST (UK): Wow Liver pool Colorado Are you paying are air fares over :oThank you thank you very much !! ;D ;D
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Post by: GRACELAND on Thursday 29 September 05 19:21 BST (UK): Humm NO ELVIS I'm NOT coming over there then :'( :'( :'(
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Post by: GRACELAND on Thursday 29 September 05 19:26 BST (UK): ;D

Annie have a look at this see what your missing or mabe not :-\

http://www.mablethorpe.info/

;D ;D ;D
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Post by: apanderson on Thursday 29 September 05 19:30 BST (UK): Here's another link to have a look at:

www.undiscoveredscotland.co.uk/stirling/stirlingcastle

Now can REALLY see what you are missing!

I vote Stirling!!!

Anne (all on my ownsome, nae doot)
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Post by: GRACELAND on Thursday 29 September 05 19:41 BST (UK): ::) ::)

No no no you want to be coming her Gloucester and Don't feed our seagulls but Bring an Umbrella to protect yourselves from them ;D ;D

http://www.aboutbritain.com/towns/Gloucester.asp
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Post by: liverpool annie on Thursday 29 September 05 20:33 BST (UK): I think we should all go to Mexico and torment Crighton...!! wouldn't that be fun??
Last time I was in Mexico - I went to Juarez :P
but the time before that - ( before you say anything Big Guy ) - I was in Accapulco !! ;)

Ah well ! - you guys all go and have a great time without us
in Merry Old England .... ::) ::)
maybe we should be talking Australia or New Zealand - it's not like we don't know anybody - wherever we go !!!! ....

Annie :D :D

PS Mary - what time should I be there?
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Post by: Mobo on Thursday 29 September 05 20:47 BST (UK): ;D ;D

Annie,

Can get cheap flights to Colorado Springs from Manchester
at a cost of £441. Mmmm - could do with some that !!

Lived in the US at one time (Indiana), but would love to see other parts.

Have you now an American accent, like my school-chum Marcella from Lancashire, she lives in San Francisco ??

;D ;D
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Post by: Mobo on Thursday 29 September 05 20:54 BST (UK): ;D ;D

My local City of Chester, in Cheshire, is also a nice place.

:D :D
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Post by: Lloydy on Thursday 29 September 05 21:17 BST (UK): Mobo, I love Chester. That would be a great place for either a National or a County Meet.

Jan
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Post by: Mobo on Thursday 29 September 05 21:23 BST (UK): ;D ;D

I agree Lloydy, though it isn't one of the 'options' for a National meet. A county meet would be great !

;D ;D
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Post by: Lloydy on Thursday 29 September 05 21:41 BST (UK): You can count me in for a County Meet in Chester :D

Jan
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Post by: Jane Eden on Thursday 29 September 05 22:27 BST (UK): Hi

I've never been to Chester but always wanted to and this sounds like a good reason. Can people from Nottingham come to a Chester County Meet?

Jane
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Post by: Mobo on Thursday 29 September 05 22:47 BST (UK): ;D ;D

Why not ? if it's not too far for them to travel !

;D ;D
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Post by: MaryA on Thursday 29 September 05 22:52 BST (UK): Quote from: liverpool annie on Thursday 29 September 05 20:33 BST (UK)

PS Mary - what time should I be there?

Annie, bye the sound of it, just turn up, there'll be one of us on nearly every flight over, hope you have plenty of beds .... floor space'll do even! ;D ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: MaryA on Thursday 29 September 05 22:53 BST (UK): Chester would do Lancashire/Merseyside as well as Cheshire! It would have my vote.

Mary
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Post by: Lloydy on Thursday 29 September 05 23:04 BST (UK): I see that Manchester is in the lead as the venue for the National Meet.

Jan
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Post by: willow2670 on Thursday 29 September 05 23:15 BST (UK): Quote from: MaryA on Thursday 29 September 05 22:53 BST (UK)
Chester would do Lancashire/Merseyside as well as Cheshire! It would have my vote.

Mary

Will Chester be handy for Staffordshire too,
if so it will get my vote, if not its London for me ;D
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Post by: MarieC on Friday 30 September 05 04:46 BST (UK): Yeah, Annie!

I reckon you all should come to Australia. Plenty of sunshine and warmth here. All we have is droughts - it doesn't rain much any more!

We Aussies don't have the luxury of deciding where in the country to meet. The country is too big. It's local meets for us, if we're lucky!!!

Marie
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Post by: dennford on Friday 30 September 05 12:23 BST (UK): I reckon it would be a lonly old time having a local meet in Towoomba, mind you I'm not sure how we would fare over here in Perth (sorry I don't really live in the Gibson)
Denn
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Post by: GRACELAND on Friday 30 September 05 15:51 BST (UK): This is Glorious fab Great Gloucester

The TIC love me ;D ;D ;D

Picture below are Town center Both Westgate Street (old Historic street )

pictures futher on in this post ;D
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Post by: Sylviaann on Friday 30 September 05 17:31 BST (UK): Wherever it is PLEASE give plenty of time to book cheap tickets. There are some very good rail deals to London at the moment(£10 single Leeds to London) and the earlier you book a flight the cheaper it is.

Sylviaann
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Post by: Lloydy on Friday 30 September 05 17:36 BST (UK): Manchester is still in the lead.

I'm going there for the day in October for my own mini-meet with a friend who I've met on here.

It's costing me £28 cheap day return for me and my 3 children - very reasonable!

Jan
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Post by: GRACELAND on Friday 30 September 05 17:54 BST (UK): :D Gloucester WESTGATE ST ;D
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Post by: GRACELAND on Friday 30 September 05 19:15 BST (UK): Heres one of our Gloucester Docks ;D
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Post by: tulstig on Friday 30 September 05 20:50 BST (UK): Would love to meet soem of you guys , and get some more tips etc, but lcurrently living in spain - London areais best, or anywhere near Easyjet served airports!
Mark
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Post by: tulstig on Friday 30 September 05 20:51 BST (UK): Or perhaps you'd all like to come out here -it's still warm and sunny!!
Was going to insert image of our beach!!- but clicked button and nothing happened - howdya do that?
Cheers
Mark
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Post by: MaryA on Friday 30 September 05 21:02 BST (UK): Tulstig, Liverpool could get your vote then, Easyjet from Alicante no problem! although it'd be nicer with you in the sun 8) 8) ;D ;D ;D ;D
Mary
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Post by: tulstig on Friday 30 September 05 21:08 BST (UK): But I/m in BCN - still a possibility though. DO you have Easy-hotels there too? 10 quid a night'd suit me fine!
Mark
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Post by: Mobo on Friday 30 September 05 21:25 BST (UK): :D :D

Hi tulstig

there is an Easy Hotel in London, but I think the price of a room starts at about £20.00 per night, depending on the season.

:) :)
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Post by: MaryA on Friday 30 September 05 21:43 BST (UK): Uh oh, yes there are some Easy Hotels, but having looked on the site they all seem to be nearer the £40 mark, unless they change from day to day as some of the flights do.

Mary
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Post by: tulstig on Friday 30 September 05 21:50 BST (UK): Thanks both
London's not a problem - plenty of places to stay there with family or friends.I was wondering about Liverpool if that's where the meet's going to be.
Just a poor teacher you know!!
Mark
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Post by: MarieC on Saturday 01 October 05 03:16 BST (UK): Quote from: dennford on Friday 30 September 05 12:23 BST (UK)
I reckon it would be a lonly old time having a local meet in Towoomba, mind you I'm not sure how we would fare over here in Perth (sorry I don't really live in the Gibson)
Denn
Didn't really think you did, Denn!

Now hang on with your smart remarks! Toowoomba is Australia's largest inland city, I believe, with 100,000 people and all amenities for a civilized lifestyle!!! :D Having said which, there is at least one other Rootschatter here but she is keeping quiet! I did manage to stagger to Brisbane for the last Rootschat meet!

Marie
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Post by: Keziahemm on Saturday 01 October 05 11:45 BST (UK): Manchester still out in front ;D

Can I suggest if Manchester remains favourite, the meet is on a Saturday when Man U aren't playing at home.

Nothing against Man U (supporters in this house) but travelling may be easier.

Susan ;D
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Post by: Lesanne on Saturday 01 October 05 13:55 BST (UK): ;D If London / Manchester are the front runners, then the middle
is around Rugby, Coventry, Birmingham. :D
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Post by: wilkipet on Saturday 01 October 05 14:31 BST (UK): Hi Tustig, I am with you for Spain. The fare currently by Ryan from Stansted is GBP0.01 each way. My daughter and partner are paying GBP46 return incling taxes to VLC next Saturday and hotels are much cheaper. I am in BCN on 16 Oct. Unfortunately the cheap price for us €20 each way VLC-BCN.
Gerald
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Post by: Nadine Moore on Saturday 01 October 05 15:03 BST (UK): I voted Nottinghamshire or Oxfordshire as I live in Milton Keynes and have good access to the M1 for Notts and Oxford's not too far away. What I don't have is the cash to pay to travel far at the moment but would love to meet up.
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Post by: smeghead on Saturday 01 October 05 20:47 BST (UK): Quote by Keziahemm
{Can I suggest if Manchester remains favourite, the meet is on a Saturday when Man U aren't playing at home.
Nothing against Man U (supporters in this house) but travelling may be easier.

Thought Oll Trafford was in London I have spent weeks trying to find it must be the hardest ground to find in london. so if Man utd are at home in Manchester perhaps London would be better as it will be Empty ;D ;D ;D

Jim
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Post by: sarah on Tuesday 04 October 05 21:28 BST (UK): I voted Manchester and Liverpool as they are getting closer to home ;D

One day I am sure we will get to Bury ;D

Sarah
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Post by: Lloydy on Wednesday 05 October 05 16:39 BST (UK): It's getting close now:

Manchester 23 votes
London 22 votes

(I hope it's Manchester ;D)

Jan
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Post by: Keziahemm on Wednesday 05 October 05 17:57 BST (UK): Oh b...... it's neck and neck ::)

Susan ;D
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Post by: smeghead on Wednesday 05 October 05 21:00 BST (UK): Where is Manchester ????????
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Post by: Lloydy on Wednesday 05 October 05 21:01 BST (UK): What are we going to do if the voting is a tie?

Jan
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Post by: Lesanne on Wednesday 05 October 05 21:08 BST (UK): Whats in the middle of Machester and London, with easy access?
Good rate hotels, good roads, no premier football, cheap airlines. ;D
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Post by: smeghead on Wednesday 05 October 05 21:16 BST (UK): Why can this meeting not be held at somewhere like Ashford kent very cheap hotels easy to get to very fast by rail near the ferries not far from Manston airport very cheap flights, only problem not much night life
#
JIm
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Post by: Llwyd on Wednesday 05 October 05 21:21 BST (UK): Quote from: smeghead on Wednesday 05 October 05 21:00 BST (UK)
Where is Manchester ????????

.......unfortunately for you it is in the wilderness which exists outside the M25........oop North.... :o
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Post by: smeghead on Wednesday 05 October 05 21:25 BST (UK): I thought only Watford was north of the M25 But have another good place for a meet which is very much North of the M25 and East of Watford NORWICH !!!!

Jim
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Post by: Lesanne on Wednesday 05 October 05 21:31 BST (UK): Would we, between us all, have equipment to have simultaneous meets in both places, with video link?
Quick spell check here.. ;D
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Post by: Mobo on Wednesday 05 October 05 22:46 BST (UK): Quote from: smeghead on Wednesday 05 October 05 21:00 BST (UK)
Where is Manchester ????????

;D ;D

WHAT ?? You're joking of course aren't you Smeg !

Anyway, if you click on the link, you'll see.

http://www.manchester.com/guidebook/daysout/nearcentre.php

;D ;D
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Post by: trystan on Wednesday 05 October 05 22:49 BST (UK): Hey,

What about meeting in Bury?

The accomodiation is cheap, and your car won't get nicked.

Oh, and it's the home of RootsChat.com

Trystan
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Post by: smeghead on Wednesday 05 October 05 22:51 BST (UK): I am joking have been their many times mainly to watch football matches at Old Trafford when Arsenal have been playing

Jim
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Post by: smeghead on Wednesday 05 October 05 22:52 BST (UK): Trystan do they nick cars in Manchester ???

Jim
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Post by: trystan on Wednesday 05 October 05 22:56 BST (UK): Jim,

Yes, they nick cars most places. ;)

Trystan
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Post by: smeghead on Wednesday 05 October 05 23:05 BST (UK): Why is Bury any different ???

Ps anyone buying a car should take out Gap insurance if car is stolen or written off in first 3 years you get the purchase price back not the current market value. Unless you live in Bury

Jim
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Post by: Lesanne on Wednesday 05 October 05 23:12 BST (UK): All round to your's then Trystan.....
We can all see the hub of this great site. ;D ;D
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Post by: Keith Bateman on Wednesday 05 October 05 23:17 BST (UK): Quote from: Lesanne on Wednesday 05 October 05 23:12 BST (UK)
All round to your's then Trystan.....
We can all see the hub of this great site. ;D ;D

And they have STEAM TRAINS!! ;D ;D

Can I change my vote!! :P

Keith
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Post by: Keziahemm on Wednesday 05 October 05 23:20 BST (UK): Steam Trains :D :D

How easy is it to get to Bury?

Susan ;)
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Post by: Keith Bateman on Wednesday 05 October 05 23:28 BST (UK): Sorry Susan - the Steam Trains only head North out of Bury - not South!! ;D
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Post by: Paul E on Thursday 06 October 05 07:28 BST (UK): Bury Market and the best black pudding in the country (not to mention a fine selection of caps) - yes, Bury would get my vote!

cheers

Paul
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Post by: Mobo on Thursday 06 October 05 11:30 BST (UK): ;D ;D

Does anyone know how much longer voting will go on for ??

Also what dates do people have in mind ??

;D ;D
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Post by: Lloydy on Thursday 06 October 05 13:52 BST (UK): Quote from: Mobo on Thursday 06 October 05 11:30 BST (UK)
;D ;D

Does anyone know how much longer voting will go on for ??

Also what dates do people have in mind ??

;D ;D

You read my mind Mobo!!!!!

I think Pam will be responsible for locking the voting......Pam, come out, wherever you are ;D ;D

As for dates for the Meet, I really don't have a preference for the time of year, but personally would like it to be a Saturday!!

Jan
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Post by: Mobo on Thursday 06 October 05 14:01 BST (UK): ;D ;D

Oh ! I agree Lloydy - I think Saturday would be the most popular choice.

;D ;D
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Post by: MaryA on Thursday 06 October 05 14:12 BST (UK): Put the kettle on Trystan, we're heading for Bury, the mileage is pretty good from Liverpool, I'll be happy.

Mary
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Post by: Jane Eden on Thursday 06 October 05 19:34 BST (UK): Hi

I'll come to Bury, I love black pudding.

Jane
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Post by: JillJ on Thursday 06 October 05 19:40 BST (UK): I think I'll just "follow my leader" when somebody tells me when!

Jill
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Post by: Paul E on Thursday 06 October 05 19:50 BST (UK): Quote from: Jane Swan on Thursday 06 October 05 19:34 BST (UK)

I'll come to Bury, I love black pudding.

At least no one can accuse me of not knowing which buttons to press! :)

Paul
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Post by: Mobo on Thursday 06 October 05 20:18 BST (UK): Quote from: Paul E on Thursday 06 October 05 19:50 BST (UK)
Quote from: Jane Swan on Thursday 06 October 05 19:34 BST (UK)

At least no one can accuse me of not knowing which buttons to press! :) Paul

Paul - I can tell you from past experience, - nearly all Librans know 'which buttons to press', it's a skill learned during childhood. No ?? ;D ;D ;D

;D ;D
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Post by: JillJ on Thursday 06 October 05 20:44 BST (UK): Mobo

I'm glad you said "nearly all Librans..."! I know one who couldn't press a button if his life depended on it, particularly if it was attached to anything mechanical!

Jill
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Post by: patd on Thursday 06 October 05 22:00 BST (UK): london is easier for me
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Post by: sugarcrafter1 on Thursday 06 October 05 22:37 BST (UK): i dont mind where as long as its not london or 29th october
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Post by: Lesanne on Thursday 06 October 05 22:47 BST (UK): :D So long as it's not south of Brighton, and no other day except Sunday.
I shall do my best to get there. :D
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Post by: Mobo on Thursday 06 October 05 23:18 BST (UK): Quote from: JillJ on Thursday 06 October 05 20:44 BST (UK)
Mobo

I'm glad you said "nearly all Librans..."! I know one who couldn't press a button if his life depended on it, particularly if it was attached to anything mechanical!

Jill

LOL Jill

;D ;D ;D
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Post by: acorngen on Friday 07 October 05 04:13 BST (UK): So who is going to Liverpool FHS at AIntree? I am thinking about it and unless there is to be a meet I will give it a miss. Would prefer to spend money on books hehehehe

Rob
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Post by: MaryA on Friday 07 October 05 09:43 BST (UK): I probably will and there are at least a couple of people from the Liverpool FHS Forum who will be there and who I think enjoy "membership" of Rootschat also!

Mary
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Post by: Boongie Pam on Friday 07 October 05 18:13 BST (UK): Ok, I'm out of hiding.

My new boss - bad man that he is produced a litre of Sambuca yesterday afternoon at a civilised farewell drinks for a colleague.

He bad man.

Me bad head.

Ok I'll lock this vote on Sunday at around 20:00h - howzat.

Maybe it is my delicate jelly brain but I can't work out what is winning - Chester, Bury or Manchester?

I originally chose the cities as general guide posts i.e. "somewhere near" Manchester.

Dates are harder to come by. In the past we have given months notice for those who want to get cheaper train/plane fares so we can maximise attendance.

So first question.

Before or after Christmas?

Pam
;D
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Post by: Ticker on Friday 07 October 05 19:14 BST (UK): Quote from: Boongie Pam on Friday 07 October 05 18:13 BST (UK)
Maybe it is my delicate jelly brain but I can't work out what is winning - Chester, Bury or Manchester?

Scarborough is just in the lead Pam! ;D
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Post by: Lloydy on Friday 07 October 05 19:21 BST (UK): Hi Pam

Hope your head is better now ;)

Quote
So first question.

Before or after Christmas?

For me, after Christmas would be better but not that crucial. If everyone preferred before Christmas I would be quite happy :D

Jan
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Post by: Keziahemm on Friday 07 October 05 19:25 BST (UK): Hi Pam

After Christmas would also be better for me ;D

Susan
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Post by: sugarcrafter1 on Friday 07 October 05 20:16 BST (UK): after christmas would be preferable for me too
sugarcrafter 1
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Post by: MaryA on Friday 07 October 05 20:27 BST (UK): Depends, still up for a local County Meet at Aintree then it would be good to combine it with the Genealogy Fair on .... blast whatever the date was, somewhere around about the 6th November I think.

Mary
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Post by: smeghead on Friday 07 October 05 20:40 BST (UK): After Xmas but we are expected the most severe winter for years and if it January could be a problem traveling

Jim
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Post by: JillJ on Friday 07 October 05 21:20 BST (UK): Quote from: Ticker on Friday 07 October 05 19:14 BST (UK)

Scarborough is just in the lead Pam! ;D

I can see a difficult decision coming up! Do we all descend on the newlyweds in Bury, or on Ticker by the sea?

Jill
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Post by: trystan on Friday 07 October 05 21:58 BST (UK): Well I'm all for Scarborough too - anything for a RootsChat meet. We could go round to Ticker's for tea. :)

With Bury - we mean Manchester too - we're in Greater Manchester. Steam trains and black pudding.
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Post by: JillJ on Friday 07 October 05 23:10 BST (UK): Trystan

You've just made my choice for me! Get the kettle on Ticker!

Jill
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Post by: wellie on Saturday 08 October 05 00:01 BST (UK): As my good lady is letting me go on three bowling holidays next year, Torquay. Swansea and Spain.
I prefer Burnham-on-sea Somerset it's a bit near home for me ;D ;D
Wellie
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Post by: Keith Bateman on Saturday 08 October 05 11:26 BST (UK): You could get some practice in for your bowling Wellie, we do play the proper stuff up here though - has a crown in the green!!! ;D

Keith
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Post by: wellie on Saturday 08 October 05 12:36 BST (UK): Hi Keith
need the practice only been playing three years.
Not had a go at crown green saw it on TV looks to easy ;D

Trevor
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Post by: Ticker on Saturday 08 October 05 23:00 BST (UK): Quote from: JillJ on Friday 07 October 05 23:10 BST (UK)
Trystan

You've just made my choice for me! Get the kettle on Ticker!

Jill

Its on Jill! ;D
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Post by: Mobo on Sunday 09 October 05 13:10 BST (UK): :o :o :o

Unfortunately for all the other areas in the Poll, it looks as if Manchester is going to be the majority choice for the next Rootschat Meet.. .....

It hardly seems fair given that the last Meet was also in the North, but that's democracy for you. :o :o :o

;D ;D
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Post by: Boongie Pam on Sunday 09 October 05 13:53 BST (UK): At the last meet we did exactly the same went with the majority vote.

But there is nothing to say there can be only one?

I'd happily do a Rootschat Tour ;D
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Post by: smeghead on Sunday 09 October 05 19:20 BST (UK): Are the shops open in Manchester ??? Last time I went their it was Shut

Jim
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Post by: Mobo on Sunday 09 October 05 19:25 BST (UK): ;D ;D ;D

Which brings me the point - a lot of places in Manchester are closed on a Sunday !

;D ;D
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Post by: MaryA on Sunday 09 October 05 21:12 BST (UK): But the Family History Fair WILL be open at Aintree Racecourse on
SUNDAY NOV 6th 2005 10am-5pm

;D ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: Boongie Pam on Monday 10 October 05 10:14 BST (UK): I got all caught up in naff 80s movies last night I forgot to lock the voting ;D

Now locked and the Manchester area won.

I'll start a post for an Aintree meet for those attending and sticky it in the Common Room.

P ;D
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Post by: Mobo on Wednesday 12 October 05 11:59 BST (UK): ;D ;D

So - is it going to be before Xmas, or after ??

Do we need another poll ?

:) :)
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Post by: wellie on Wednesday 12 October 05 12:09 BST (UK): Hi Mobo
I think you need to go here for dates & times

http://www.rootschat.com/forum/index.php/topic,95777.msg408335.html#msg408335

Hope I've got this right it's the first time trying.
Wellie
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Post by: Mobo on Wednesday 12 October 05 12:14 BST (UK): ;D ;D

Thanks Wellie,

But that thread refers to the Family History Fair at Aintree in Liverpool. Whereas my post here, refers to the Meet in Manchester.

:D :D
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Post by: wellie on Wednesday 12 October 05 12:27 BST (UK): Sorry :-[ Got confussed with it all
Wellie
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Post by: Lloydy on Friday 14 October 05 15:52 BST (UK): This thread appears to have gone very quiet :-\

Manchester it is..................but we still haven't made a definite decision for a before or after Christmas Meet.

I'll start by saying that after Christmas would be good for me. Once all the festivities are over, and everything is all "flat", at least we can all have something to look forward to :D

Opinions please everyone............

Note to Moderator: Could this topic be stickied please? It had slipped down to the bottom of The Common Room!!!

Jan
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Post by: JillJ on Friday 14 October 05 16:05 BST (UK): I don't really mind but after Christmas would probably be better. I think a lot depends on what we plan to do with the day, bearing in mind that the weather can be pretty awful anywhere in January and February and a lot of 'tourist attractions' are closed.

Perhaps somebody in the Manchester area could make a few suggestions?

Jill
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Post by: Keith Bateman on Friday 14 October 05 16:15 BST (UK): Not that bothered - before or after Christmas - will go with the majority.

Keith
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Post by: jakky on Friday 14 October 05 17:11 BST (UK): I would rather after, could probably do with the boost.

Jakky
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Post by: Mobo on Friday 14 October 05 17:28 BST (UK): ;D ;D

After Xmas is fine by me if that's the general census, but as folk have already pointed out, the weather could be a problem in Jan and Feb.

;D ;D
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Post by: GRACELAND on Friday 14 October 05 19:02 BST (UK): Manchester :'( :'( :'(

It's along way from Gloucester :'( :'( :'(
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Post by: Mobo on Friday 14 October 05 19:13 BST (UK): :'( :'(

Aw ! Graceland

Does that mean you won't be going - boo hoo !

:'( :'(
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Post by: Mobo on Friday 14 October 05 20:36 BST (UK): Quote from: JillJ on Friday 14 October 05 16:05 BST (UK)
I don't really mind but after Christmas would probably be better. I think a lot depends on what we plan to do with the day, bearing in mind that the weather can be pretty awful anywhere in January and February and a lot of 'tourist attractions' are closed.

Perhaps somebody in the Manchester area could make a few suggestions? Jill

;D ;D

One of the most interesting places to visit is Chetham's School & Library. Built in 1421, it's the most complete late-medieval residential complex to survive in the north west of England. Situated on a sandstone outcrop at the confluence of the Rivers Irwell and Irk, the buildings occupy the site of the manor house of Manchester, which, together with the parish church (now the Cathedral) formed the core of the medieval town. The library houses some of the oldest books and manusripts in the North West.

Unfortunately, it is only open from Monday to Friday, unlike the Cathedral, next door, which is open every day and has a new Visitor Centre.

;D ;D
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Post by: JillJ on Friday 14 October 05 20:41 BST (UK): Looks very interesting Mobo, but "only Monday to Friday"??

Jill
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Post by: sugarcrafter1 on Friday 14 October 05 20:43 BST (UK): yes i agree after christmas would be better i think , weather s always grim at manchester so time of year will not matter . we'l wrap up warm LOL
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Post by: Mobo on Friday 14 October 05 20:48 BST (UK): ;D ;D

But, if you fancy something totally different, then there's the Urbis Centre

Situated in the Cathedral Gardens, it's a new kind of museum exploring life in different cities of the world. Urbis is a brand new, shimmering, glass building rising high above Manchester. Inside, state-of-the-art interactive displays and exhibits lead you through an inspirational journey exploring life in different cities of the world, focusing especially on Manchester, Los Angeles, Sao Paolo, Singapore, Paris and Tokyo. Your visit to Urbis begins with a one-minute sky glide in The Glass Elevator. With the city as backdrop, you then explore, at your own pace, four cascading themed floors of fascinating, intriguing and entertaining exhibits: Arrive, Change, Order and Explore.

Opening times: Mon-Sun, 10am-6pm

Adults £5, Concessions: £3.50

;D ;D
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Post by: MaryA on Friday 14 October 05 20:59 BST (UK): I like the sound of the Urbis Centre, pity about Chetham's School and Library :(

Mary
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Post by: Mobo on Friday 14 October 05 21:07 BST (UK): ;D ;D

But if you don't want to go there, then there is the Manchester Art Gallery - and the City has a Metro-link if you don't want to walk.

It has now reopened after a £35 million renovation. The gallery space has doubled and now displays a permanent collection which includes Henry Moore's Mother and Child and works by Dante, Gabriel Rossetti, Gainsborough, Turner, Francis Bacon, Pisssaro and Lucien Freud. A gallery for special exhibitions is a new addition and it opens with Inhale / Exhale by Michael Craig-Martin in which huge representations of everyday objects are painted on the wall as if thrown from a canvas opposite.

Opening times: Tuesday - Sunday, 10am-5pm

Admission: free

;D ;D
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Post by: Keziahemm on Friday 14 October 05 21:19 BST (UK): After Christmas for me ;D

The Urbis Centre sounds really interesting.

Susan :D
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Post by: Mobo on Friday 14 October 05 21:29 BST (UK): ;D ;D

Another interesting building is The Royal Exchange in Cross Street. It has a lift in St Anns Square.

Climb the stairs labelled Royal Exchange Theatre into what was once claimed to be the biggest trading room in the world. Restored after the bomb of 1996 the hall is more impressive than ever in its new livery of colours and and its gold capped Corinthian columns supporting three elegant domes. The building has housed since 1976 the marvellous lunar module-like theatre voted the best in the country in 1999. High on the wall over the brasserie restaurant lies the old trading board giving away the original function of the Royal Exchange. This building and the previous ones on this site and nearby were the headquarters of the global trade in finished cotton for more than two centuries. At one time Manchester controlled more than 80% of that worldwide business.

Open daily except Sunday - free.

;D ;D
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Post by: Mobo on Friday 14 October 05 21:34 BST (UK): ;D ;D

And for the thirsty and footweary - a visit to Manchester can't be complete without a visit to the City's oldest ale house - The Old Shambles - right next door to Marks & Spencer

;D ;D
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Post by: magsbutler on Friday 14 October 05 22:10 BST (UK): Sorry to appear dense, but how do I vote?

Thanks,
Mags
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Post by: Mobo on Friday 14 October 05 22:15 BST (UK): ;D ;D

And .... last..... but not least...... anyone interested in Roman Britain, might like to visit the Castlefield area and see what the Roman City of Mancunium was like.

Manchester has been settled since Roman times when Governor Agricola set up a camp on the banks of the River Irwell

;D ;D
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Post by: Mobo on Friday 14 October 05 22:18 BST (UK): Quote from: magsbutler on Friday 14 October 05 22:10 BST (UK)
Sorry to appear dense, but how do I vote?

Thanks, Mags

Sorry Mags, the voting was closed last Sunday

;D ;D
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Post by: magsbutler on Friday 14 October 05 22:22 BST (UK): Thanks anyway.
Hope it goes well.

Mags
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Post by: JillJ on Friday 14 October 05 23:05 BST (UK): Quote from: magsbutler on Friday 14 October 05 22:22 BST (UK)
Thanks anyway.
Hope it goes well.

Mags

Hi Mags and welcome to RootsChat. It is only the voting for the venue that closed - you can still come!!

Jill
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Post by: Paul E on Friday 14 October 05 23:20 BST (UK): Mobo ... how could you miss

The People's History Museum? ... the national centre for the collection, conservation, interpretation and study of material relating to the history of working people in Britain. The museum galleries are housed in the Pump House: a former Edwardian hydraulic pumping station, Bridge Street, Manchester.

More details here http://82.71.77.169/

:)

Paul
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Post by: JillJ on Friday 14 October 05 23:38 BST (UK): It looks to me as if we are going to need at least a week to 'do' Manchester!!

Jill
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Post by: dennford on Saturday 15 October 05 00:01 BST (UK): Paul,
While at the museum don't miss the hat gallery.
Denn
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Post by: Paul E on Saturday 15 October 05 00:04 BST (UK): :) :) :)
As if!

Paul :)
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Post by: liverpool annie on Saturday 15 October 05 00:09 BST (UK): Paul E

Maybe you could wear the fetching 1st one - so people would recognise you!!

http://images.google.com/images?q=flat+caps&hl=en&btnG=Search+Images

:P

Problem is you're going to Manchester!!!! they'll throw horse m***** at yer!
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Post by: Mobo on Saturday 15 October 05 07:06 BST (UK): Quote from: Paul E on Friday 14 October 05 23:20 BST (UK)
Mobo ... how could you miss

The People's History Museum? ... the national centre for the collection, conservation, interpretation and study of material relating to the history of working people in Britain. The museum galleries are housed in the Pump House: a former Edwardian hydraulic pumping station, Bridge Street, Manchester. Paul

;D ;D ;D

I didn't miss it Paul - just thought I'd post a few of the many places of interest. Anyway, I hope you'll be there in one of your many caps - something like this fetching little number perhaps ?

;D ;D
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Post by: Paul E on Saturday 15 October 05 09:23 BST (UK): I say! That's a dandy little number, Mobo!

cheers

Paul
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Post by: Lloydy on Saturday 15 October 05 12:01 BST (UK): Quote from: JillJ on Friday 14 October 05 23:38 BST (UK)
It looks to me as if we are going to need at least a week to 'do' Manchester!!

Jill

It would be lovely to get away for a week without hubby and the kids ;D...............I can dream!!!!!! :D

I didn't realise that there were so many places of interest in Manchester. It's going to be fun planning the itinery!!

Jan
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Post by: Headbanger Veron on Saturday 15 October 05 12:11 BST (UK): It all sounds fantastic.... after Christmas would be best for me too.

I've never visited Manchester properly and would love the opportunity. I have some ancestors who lived there too, I could do that at the same time!

Veron :D
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Post by: Mobo on Saturday 15 October 05 12:20 BST (UK): ;D ;D

Yes Lloydy, Manchester has a lot to see if you have the time and energy. For instance, there's

John Ryland's Library on Deansgate

This is probably the best Late Victorian Gothic building in the UK which happens to house one of the greatest collections of manuscripts and printed works in the world including the oldest fragment of the New Testament, Guttenberg Bibles, most of Caxton's works, first edition of Shakespeare's Sonnets, Audubon's birds, illuminated manuscripts etc.... .

Open weekdays from 10am - 5pm and Saturday mornings 10am - 1pm
Admission free.

;D ;D
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Post by: Mobo on Saturday 15 October 05 12:29 BST (UK): Quote from: Keziahemm on Friday 14 October 05 21:19 BST (UK)
After Christmas for me ;D The Urbis Centre sounds really interesting. Susan :D

Hi Keziah - perhaps you could come with Graceland - I think he lives in your 'neck o'th the woods' doesn't he ??

;D ;D
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Post by: Mobo on Saturday 15 October 05 13:06 BST (UK): ;D ;D

And this is the very last one .....(pant pant)

Museum of Science & Industry
It is housed in the buildings of the world's oldest passenger railway station. There are more than 12 galleries packed with colourful exhibits and hands-on interactives to help you explore the history, science and technology of the world's first industrial city.

Opening Times: Every day from 10am - 5pm

Just some of the many places available to plan an itinerary.

;D ;D
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Post by: Keziahemm on Saturday 15 October 05 16:02 BST (UK): Quote from: Mobo on Saturday 15 October 05 12:29 BST (UK)
Quote from: Keziahemm on Friday 14 October 05 21:19 BST (UK)
After Christmas for me ;D The Urbis Centre sounds really interesting. Susan :D

Hi Keziah - perhaps you could come with Graceland - I think he lives in your 'neck o'th the woods' doesn't he ??

;D ;D

Glorious Gloucestershire ;D

Already been looking at train times - about 3 hours (providing there's no engineering work ::) )

Susan :)
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Post by: Lesanne on Sunday 16 October 05 11:57 BST (UK): :D Does this mean some kind person of Manchester, is going to sort an itinerary, do a wrecky of affordable hotels and post a map for us to find each other.

Sounds like it would be a good one for the Tourist Information office to use.
Perhaps they have one already. 8)
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Post by: Mobo on Sunday 16 October 05 12:14 BST (UK): ;D ;D

Here's a simple map of the City centre, showing the free Metrolink routes which run between Picadilly Railway station at one end, and Victoria Railway station at the other.

;D ;D
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Post by: Mobo on Sunday 16 October 05 12:19 BST (UK): ;D ;D

Just so you get some idea of prices, the following link shows various B&B establishments recommended by the Visitor Info Centre. Only the ones bearing an image are in the City Centre, the others are too far out, in the greater Manchester area.

http://www.visitmanchester.com/find/find.xsql

;D ;D
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Post by: Mobo on Sunday 16 October 05 12:25 BST (UK): ;D ;D

Sorry !!

That link only opens to a blank page -------------

If you click on to this link. and fill in the info yourself it should work.

http://www.visitmanchester.com/find/searchAccommodation.xsql
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Post by: Mobo on Sunday 16 October 05 12:38 BST (UK): ;D ;D

Also, there are four Premier Travel Inns dotted about the City Centre. and they cost about £46.95 per night.

;D ;D
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Post by: Lesanne on Sunday 16 October 05 13:00 BST (UK): Is that per room, inc Full English and Eve dinner, use of Gym, Sauna, 18 hole green?
;D ;D
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Post by: Mobo on Sunday 16 October 05 13:02 BST (UK): ;D ;D ;D

Of course !!

;D ;D
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Post by: Headbanger Veron on Sunday 16 October 05 13:08 BST (UK): Is anyone thinking about actual dates yet? Like, REALLY soon after Christmas? Late January? What do people think? - just for the record, the Trainline don't book more than 3 months in advance....

Cheers Veron :D
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Post by: Mobo on Sunday 16 October 05 13:15 BST (UK): ;D ;D

Ah ! that's the question Veron - perhaps we need another poll.

;D ;D
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Post by: Lesanne on Sunday 16 October 05 13:20 BST (UK):    Don't do Valentines week, that's Feb 14th for non- romantic's ::)
Mothers Day week, around end March in England.
   Wedding season, March-Oct.
   Erm, not much left. The joy's of being a Florist. ;D
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Post by: Headbanger Veron on Sunday 16 October 05 13:23 BST (UK): Quote from: Lesanne on Sunday 16 October 05 13:20 BST (UK)
Don't do Valentines week, Feb 14th for non- romantic's ::)
Mothers Day week, around end March in England.
Wedding season, March-Oct.
Erm, not much left. The joy's of being a Florist. ;D

And please avoid the end of March ! (end of financial year) the joys of being a payroll administrator!!! ;D

Veron
Title: Re: Rootschat Meet No 3 - Location?
Post by: Mobo on Sunday 16 October 05 13:27 BST (UK): ;D ;D

Just a suggestion- but a good meeting place would be the 'Cathedral Triangle' as it houses The Cathedral, the Urbis Centre, and Chethams School & Library, and any Mancunian would be able to give directions.

The attached map shows how easy it is to reach. Straight out of Piccadilly Station, (bottom right) down Piccadilly Approach and Market Street, turn right into Victoria Street, and bingo *****. And it's bang on the doorsept of the other Railway Station, Victoria.

;D ;D
Title: Re: Rootschat Meet No 3 - Location?
Post by: MaryA on Sunday 16 October 05 15:24 BST (UK): Handy for Deansgate, isn't that the main road to approach from the wonderful West - Liverpool ;D What's the parking like around there since if I had to drive into the centre of town to park and get a train, then I might just as well drive to Manchester, seats available for four other scousers, first come first served! ..... so long as one is a good navigator :P

Mary
Title: Re: Rootschat Meet No 3 - Location?
Post by: Mobo on Sunday 16 October 05 17:12 BST (UK): ;D ;D

Mary,

All I can tell you is - parking in Manchester is a 'nightmare'.
If you're not in by about 9.00-9.30 most of the office workers have grabbed the long-stay spaces, and the shoppers the rest. Which means you could spend ages driving round trying to find somewhere.

If ever I drive in - I park off Deansgate, (just behind the Law Courts), in Gartside Street, but I usually go in on the train - much better on the nerves.

http://www.manchester2002-uk.com/info/car-parking.html

;D ;D
Title: Re: Rootschat Meet No 3 - Location?
Post by: MaryA on Sunday 16 October 05 17:37 BST (UK): I thought we were talking a weekend day for this meet. Is the parking still as bad? or have we changed the timing to a weekday?

Mary
Title: Re: Rootschat Meet No 3 - Location?
Post by: Mobo on Sunday 16 October 05 18:33 BST (UK): :D :D

Whoops !! - Sorry !! I'm trying to do three things here all at once :o :o :o

Yes I remember now, Saturday seems to be the day most favoured by everyone, and it isn't as bad for parking as week-days. However, it still gets quite busy.

::) ::)
Title: Re: Rootschat Meet No 3 - Location?
Post by: MaryA on Sunday 16 October 05 19:14 BST (UK): Or a Sunday would be even better, since many of the places you mention are open then too.

Mary
Title: Re: Rootschat Meet No 3 - Location?
Post by: Boongie Pam on Sunday 16 October 05 21:38 BST (UK): I prefer a Saturday. That way anyone travelling a distance doesn't have to leave early due to work the next day - for the M-F 9-5 folk. It's the best day to encourage maximum attendance.

It looks like post Christmas is the best time.

How about February 18th?

Random date! ;D

I remember about 7 or 8 years ago on that date in a petrol station in the north west the temperature was 14oC.

Pam
;D
Title: Re: Rootschat Meet No 3 - Location?
Post by: Keziahemm on Sunday 16 October 05 21:46 BST (UK): That sounds good to me, time to save a few pennies for the train fare ;)

susan ;D
Title: Re: Rootschat Meet No 3 - Location?
Post by: JillJ on Sunday 16 October 05 21:49 BST (UK): Quote from: Boongie Pam

I remember about 7 or 8 years ago on that date in a petrol station in the north west the temperature was 14oC.

[quote

What a memory!!!

Jill
Title: Re: Rootschat Meet No 3 - Location?
Post by: Headbanger Veron on Sunday 16 October 05 22:32 BST (UK): Sounds good to me too

Veron ;D
Title: Re: Rootschat Meet No 3 - Location?
Post by: Lloydy on Monday 17 October 05 21:01 BST (UK): February 18th? Yep, that's fine for me :D

Jan
Title: Re: Rootschat Meet No 3 - Location?
Post by: Paul E on Monday 17 October 05 21:31 BST (UK): Quote from: Mobo on Sunday 16 October 05 13:27 BST (UK)
;D ;D

Just a suggestion- but a good meeting place would be the 'Cathedral Triangle'

So called because of the mysterious disappearance of hundreds of UK cathedrals... ;D

Paul
Title: Re: Rootschat Meet No 3 - Location?
Post by: alcrighton on Monday 17 October 05 21:35 BST (UK): Quote from: Paul E on Monday 17 October 05 21:31 BST (UK)
Quote from: Mobo on Sunday 16 October 05 13:27 BST (UK)
;D ;D

Just a suggestion- but a good meeting place would be the 'Cathedral Triangle'

So called because of the mysterious disappearance of hundreds of UK cathedrals... ;D

Paul

Does this mean that the Bermuda Triangle was so named because of the disappearance of hundeds of pairs of Bermuda Shorts? ;) ;D

Al
Title: Re: Rootschat Meet No 3 - Location?
Post by: Manchester Rambler on Tuesday 18 October 05 09:46 BST (UK): Quote from: alcrighton on Monday 17 October 05 21:35 BST (UK)

Does this mean that the Bermuda Triangle was so named because of the disappearance of hundeds of pairs of Bermuda Shorts? ;) ;D

Al

NO - all the Bermuda shorts are being worn by lost genealogists, on safari hunting their Manchester rellies' gravestones in Southern Cemetery...

;D ;D ;D

Rambler
Title: Re: Rootschat Meet No 3 - Location?
Post by: Ticker on Tuesday 18 October 05 17:56 BST (UK): 18th February sounds OK to me! ;)
Title: Re: Rootschat Meet No 3 - Location?
Post by: JillJ on Tuesday 18 October 05 18:34 BST (UK): Fine by me as well - barring WW3!

Jill
Title: Re: Rootschat Meet No 3 - Location?
Post by: Jane Eden on Tuesday 18 October 05 18:35 BST (UK): Hi

See you all there on Feb 18th.

Jane
Title: Re: Rootschat Meet No 3 - Location?
Post by: Mobo on Wednesday 19 October 05 19:50 BST (UK): :D :D

If we decide to meet in the Cathedral Triangle, here is a map showing what the area looked like in 1650.

Market Street comes down from the left onto Deansgate. To the left of Salford Bridge, where it crosses the River Irwell, is the Collegiate Church of Christ (later Manchester Cathedral) and next to that is Chetham's School. The surrounding streets of Long Millgate, Hanging Ditch, Withy Grove, Fennel Street and Cateaton Street, are still there today.

On the Salford side you can see Sergeant Street (later Chapel Street) and standing on that, is the brand new church of Sacred Trinity.

;D ;D
Title: Re: Rootschat Meet No 3 - Location?
Post by: JillJ on Wednesday 19 October 05 19:57 BST (UK): And not a one way street in sight Mobo!!

Jill
Title: Re: Rootschat Meet No 3 - Location?
Post by: MaryA on Wednesday 19 October 05 20:11 BST (UK): Plenty of space for parking too then

Mary
Title: Re: Rootschat Meet No 3 - Location?
Post by: sugarcrafter1 on Saturday 22 October 05 23:41 BST (UK): 18th febs ok for me too, my birthday so a nice outing for it , will more details be posted exact meeting place etc ?at a later date
sugarcrafter
Title: Re: Rootschat Meet No 3 - Location?
Post by: Lloydy on Sunday 23 October 05 11:53 BST (UK): Hi sugarcrafter

I am sure the Meet will be a perfect day for your birthday.

It will be nice to meet you, and all the other Rootschatters who are attending :D

I'm really looking forward to it.

Jan
Title: Re: Rootschat Meet No 3 - Location?
Post by: Headbanger Veron on Sunday 23 October 05 12:20 BST (UK): My birthday is that week too!! What a treat!

Veron :D :D
Title: Re: Rootschat Meet No 3 - Location?
Post by: Lloydy on Sunday 23 October 05 12:32 BST (UK): Another birthday Veron!!!!

We must make sure that we include "Birthday Drinks" in the Itinery ;D

Jan
Title: Re: Rootschat Meet No 3 - Location?
Post by: sugarcrafter1 on Sunday 23 October 05 12:56 BST (UK): hey does that mean i have to bring a large cake for the meet too then, LOL
look forward to putting faces to names
sugarcrafter
Title: Re: Rootschat Meet No 3 - Location?
Post by: sugarcrafter1 on Sunday 23 October 05 13:02 BST (UK): helo. ? how do i get my research names to come up under my name on this like the rest of you have done .
i obviously havent doen the correct thing when submitting my names to rootschat info
Title: Re: Rootschat Meet No 3 - Location?
Post by: Headbanger Veron on Sunday 23 October 05 13:19 BST (UK): Quote from: Lloydy on Sunday 23 October 05 12:32 BST (UK)
Another birthday Veron!!!!

We must make sure that we include "Birthday Drinks" in the Itinery ;D

Jan

Now that sounds like an excellent idea..... Any idea what the local brew is? (Unless it's Boddy's of course......) ;D

Veron
Title: Re: Rootschat Meet No 3 - Location?
Post by: MaryA on Sunday 23 October 05 17:46 BST (UK): Quote from: Headbanger Veron on Sunday 23 October 05 13:19 BST (UK)

Now that sounds like an excellent idea..... Any idea what the local brew is? (Unless it's Boddy's of course......) ;D

Veron

This is the north of England, you can get almost ANY drink you want!!!
Title: Re: Rootschat Meet No 3 - Location?
Post by: Lloydy on Sunday 23 October 05 19:07 BST (UK): Quote
This is the north of England, you can get almost ANY drink you want!!!

Now that does sound good ;D ;D ;D

Jan
Title: Re: Rootschat Meet No 3 - Location?
Post by: Llwyd on Sunday 23 October 05 19:53 BST (UK): Hi there,

We have the date,we have the location............what about the time? ;)
Title: Re: Rootschat Meet No 3 - Location?
Post by: MaryA on Sunday 23 October 05 19:59 BST (UK): You're as bad as my mother, if she doesn't have her Christmas shopping done by the end of October she's panicking there's not enough time left! I thought we weren't meeting until February. The one in Aintree on 6th November is 3 months earlier but we're all sorta laid back about it - oh we'll all be in the pub of course, no problem! ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: Rootschat Meet No 3 - Location?
Post by: Llwyd on Sunday 23 October 05 20:02 BST (UK): Hi there again,

Hey.....I can get this hassle at home thank you. :(
Title: Re: Rootschat Meet No 3 - Location?
Post by: MaryA on Sunday 23 October 05 20:25 BST (UK): Awwwwwwwwwww I'll buy ya a bevy to make up for it then ok ;)
Title: Re: Rootschat Meet No 3 - Location?
Post by: uk2003 on Thursday 27 October 05 16:32 BST (UK): Great, Fantastic, Brill ;D

Rootschat meeting 7 minutes from home ---- bring on the beer ;)

Quote from: Llwyd on Sunday 23 October 05 19:53 BST (UK)
Hi there,

We have the date,we have the location............what about the time? ;)

Have we any idea whats on the agenda for the day yet?

Ken
Title: Re: Rootschat Meet No 3 - Location?
Post by: mc8 on Thursday 27 October 05 17:34 BST (UK): Quote from: Llwyd on Sunday 23 October 05 19:53 BST (UK)
Hi there,

We have the date,we have the location............what about the time? ;)

I was hoping to meet some of you lot, but February half term isn't possible
Title: Re: Rootschat Meet No 3 - Location?
Post by: Lesanne on Thursday 27 October 05 19:57 BST (UK): Yep, same here. :-\
Title: Re: ***Rootschat Meet No 3 - Location?***
Post by: Lloydy on Sunday 30 October 05 22:15 GMT (UK): Quote
I was hoping to meet some of you lot, but February half term isn't possible

Quote
Yep, same here.

The Meet is going to be the 18th.....the end of the half term!!!!

Following my request, Berlin Bob has very kindly stickied this topic so it stays at the top of The Common Room for all to read.

I do hope that a lot of Rootschatters will be able to attend...lets try to make Meet No 3 the biggest ;D

Jan
Title: Re: ***Rootschat Meet No 3 - Location?***
Post by: claudia99 on Monday 31 October 05 09:55 GMT (UK): Hi,
I was also starting to get excited about this and the ability to see some of you in my home town - however, half term not good for me too! Even at the end of halfterm....
Feb halfterm is my turn - hubby did Oct halfterm.
Shame, maybe next time!!
Claudia
Title: Re: ***Rootschat Meet No 3 - Location?***
Post by: mc8 on Monday 31 October 05 14:34 GMT (UK): Quote from: Lloydy on Sunday 30 October 05 22:15 GMT (UK)
Quote
I was hoping to meet some of you lot, but February half term isn't possible

Quote
Yep, same here.

The Meet is going to be the 18th.....the end of the half term!!!!

maybe where you live, but not here
Title: Re: ***Rootschat Meet No 3 - Location?***
Post by: Keith Bateman on Monday 31 October 05 17:33 GMT (UK): Does it have to be that date then - ??

Keith
Title: Re: ***Rootschat Meet No 3 - Location?***
Post by: MaryA on Monday 31 October 05 18:24 GMT (UK): It would be far better away from all half-terms then children won't be visiting wherever we will be going. Not that I have anything against the little ~~brats~~ er darlings ;D ;D
Title: Re: ***Rootschat Meet No 3 - Location?***
Post by: Keziahemm on Monday 31 October 05 18:34 GMT (UK): Just so long as Man U or Man City aren't at home, (from the travelling by train point of view) any dates fine by me ;D

Susan :)
Title: Re: ***Rootschat Meet No 3 - Location?***
Post by: Headbanger Veron on Monday 31 October 05 19:48 GMT (UK): Quote from: Keziahemm on Monday 31 October 05 18:34 GMT (UK)
Just so long as Man U or Man City aren't at home, (from the travelling by train point of view) any dates fine by me ;D

Susan :)

Same here - if it clashes with half term it could be another date - doesn't bother me at all.

Veron
Title: Re: ***Rootschat Meet No 3 - Location?***
Post by: sugarcrafter1 on Monday 31 October 05 21:13 GMT (UK): im happy with any date but am sure we won't find one that is ok for everyone
Title: Re: ***Rootschat Meet No 3 - Location?***
Post by: Lloydy on Monday 31 October 05 22:40 GMT (UK): Any other date would be OK for me too!!

Jan
Title: Re: ***Rootschat Meet No 3 - Location?***
Post by: Sylviaann on Tuesday 01 November 05 08:57 GMT (UK): It's the date for the 5th round of the FA cup!!

Sylviaann
Title: Re: ***Rootschat Meet No 3 - Location?***
Post by: sandiep on Tuesday 01 November 05 21:40 GMT (UK): any chance of starting a new thread with details of when & where I have completely lost the plot(not unusual my family says!) but I cant seem to find when & where sorry sandie
Title: Re: ***Rootschat Meet No 3 - Location?***
Post by: smeghead on Tuesday 01 November 05 22:17 GMT (UK): I can not seem to work out where the meet is going to be either but thinks it Manchester

Jim
Title: Re: ***Rootschat Meet No 3 - Location?***
Post by: Lloydy on Tuesday 01 November 05 22:55 GMT (UK): Yes, it is going to be Manchester. Still a little unsure about the date ???

As for the finer details (itinery etc) I assume that they will be posted nearer the time. We've got at least 3 months to wait yet!!!!

Jan
Title: Re: ***Rootschat Meet No 3 - Location?***
Post by: Ticker on Sunday 04 December 05 09:18 GMT (UK): Have we settled on a date for this yet.

I'm getting rather excited and want to put it in my diary! ;D

Ticker
Title: Re: ***Rootschat Meet No 3 - Location?***
Post by: Lloydy on Sunday 04 December 05 16:01 GMT (UK): No definite date yet Ticker :'(

I know that the original choice of 18th Feb was not suitable for some of the Mums because it coincided with half term.

I still think that February or early March would be a good time (and not too long to wait ;D). For me, any weekend is fine so I can fit in with any agreed date.

Would like to hear other Rootschatters thoughts!!!

Jan
Title: Re: ***Rootschat Meet No 3 - Location?***
Post by: sugarcrafter1 on Sunday 04 December 05 16:04 GMT (UK): il go along with any date for early 2006 for the next meet
Title: Re: ***Rootschat Meet No 3 - Location?***
Post by: gjil on Sunday 04 December 05 16:18 GMT (UK): could somebody explain this to me as I am new to Rootschat! what happend in 'meets 1 & 2'?

gjil
Title: Re: ***Rootschat Meet No 3 - Location?***
Post by: Jane Eden on Sunday 04 December 05 17:02 GMT (UK): Hi

Any date will do as long as I can get it in the diary soon. I'm getting excited already.

Hooray Rootschat meet No 3

Jane
Title: Re: ***Rootschat Meet No 3 - Location?***
Post by: Arranroots on Sunday 04 December 05 17:11 GMT (UK): Quote from: gjil on Sunday 04 December 05 16:18 GMT (UK)
could somebody explain this to me as I am new to Rootschat! what happend in 'meets 1 & 2'?

Hi try this

http://www.rootschat.com/forum/index.php/topic,47511.0.html

or use the Rootschat Search above to find other references
Title: Re: ***Rootschat Meet No 3 - Location?***
Post by: sandiep on Sunday 04 December 05 17:17 GMT (UK): hope it can be either halfterm or a weekend or I wont be able to come sandie
Title: Re: ***Rootschat Meet No 3 - Location?***
Post by: Headbanger Veron on Sunday 04 December 05 17:24 GMT (UK): Quote from: Lloydy on Sunday 04 December 05 16:01 GMT (UK)
No definite date yet Ticker :'(

I know that the original choice of 18th Feb was not suitable for some of the Mums because it coincided with half term.

I still think that February or early March would be a good time (and not too long to wait ;D). For me, any weekend is fine so I can fit in with any agreed date.

Would like to hear other Rootschatters thoughts!!!

Jan

Well how about 4th or 18th March then? Surely everyone's half term will have finished by then.... and Easter isn't until 16th April so we are well clear of school hols then too. Personally I can't make 11th so that's why I haven't suggested it, but either of those two would be fine by me.

Veron ;D
Title: Re: ***Rootschat Meet No 3 - Location?***
Post by: uk2003 on Sunday 04 December 05 18:01 GMT (UK): Cant someone change the poll at the top from the place which is Manchester to a few dates in Feb/Mar 06.

Seems the only fair way to pick a date.
Title: Re: ***Rootschat Meet No 3 - Location?***
Post by: Lesanne on Sunday 04 December 05 18:04 GMT (UK): ;D ;D Mothering Sunday is March 26th ;D ;D
Title: Re: ***Rootschat Meet No 3 - Location?***
Post by: JillJ on Sunday 04 December 05 20:14 GMT (UK): Manchester is not the easiest of places for me to get to but I shall give it my best shot when somebody tells me where and when.

Jill
Title: Re: ***Rootschat Meet No 3 - Location?***
Post by: MaryA on Sunday 04 December 05 20:54 GMT (UK): Easy for me to get to but if we're planning to have a few bevvies like they did on the last meet, then I'd prefer to stay somewhere local for the night, maybe somebody can make some suggestions as I expect not everybody will want to go home. :D
Title: Re: ***Rootschat Meet No 3 - Location?***
Post by: Lloydy on Sunday 04 December 05 21:50 GMT (UK): I have started a Poll here http://www.rootschat.com/forum/index.php/topic,110988.0.html

Jan :D
Title: Re: ***Rootschat Meet No 3 - Location?***
Post by: Ticker on Friday 09 December 05 18:23 GMT (UK): Quote from: MaryA on Sunday 04 December 05 20:54 GMT (UK)
...if we're planning to have a few bevvies...

We are! ::)
Title: Re: ***Rootschat Meet No 3 - Location?***
Post by: mc8 on Friday 09 December 05 23:06 GMT (UK): Quote from: MaryA on Sunday 04 December 05 20:54 GMT (UK)
Easy for me to get to but if we're planning to have a few bevvies like they did on the last meet, then I'd prefer to stay somewhere local for the night, maybe somebody can make some suggestions as I expect not everybody will want to go home. :D
I do all my bookings thru laterooms.com and have only once been disappointed (in Glasgow, not Manchester). UMIST has a conference centre about 4 minutes walk from the station and you can book rooms independently. Comfortable and relatively cheap
Title: Re: ***Rootschat Meet No 3 - Location?***
Post by: jakky on Saturday 10 December 05 10:53 GMT (UK): I am with you Mary..
Jakky
Title: Re: ***Rootschat Meet No 3 - Location?***
Post by: Lloydy on Wednesday 14 December 05 14:30 GMT (UK): Isn't anyone going to vote :'( :'( :'(
(or maybe it's a bit early - get the Christmas celebrations out of the way first ;))

http://www.rootschat.com/forum/index.php/topic,110988.0.html
Title: Re: ***Rootschat Meet No 3 - Location?***
Post by: Ticker on Thursday 15 December 05 00:15 GMT (UK): I've voted Jan, honest! ;)
Title: Re: ***Rootschat Meet No 3 - Location?***
Post by: sandiep on Thursday 15 December 05 16:24 GMT (UK): so have I sandie :D
Title: Re: ***Rootschat Meet No 3 - Location?***
Post by: Lloydy on Thursday 15 December 05 16:36 GMT (UK): Thanks!!!!!

I was having one of my "moments" :-\ As the replys still showed as Zero, I thought no-one had voted :-[ :-[ I feel quite stupid now :-[

Ooops :D

Jan
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Lloydy on Monday 19 December 05 10:22 GMT (UK): The date for the meet has now been decided!! http://www.rootschat.com/forum/index.php/topic,110988.0.html

It is going to be 11th March 2006[/u]

For those of you who would like to attend please send me a PM and after Christmas I will post a list.

I'm looking forward to it already ;)

Jan
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: philipsearching on Tuesday 20 December 05 13:45 GMT (UK): Should that be 11 March 2006?
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2005, Manchester
Post by: Ticker on Tuesday 20 December 05 17:00 GMT (UK): Good spot! It's now amended to 2006!
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Lloydy on Tuesday 20 December 05 17:17 GMT (UK): Thanks Ticker :-[ :-[ I have obviously got toooo much on my mind at the moment!!!!!!!!!

Jan :-[
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Paul E on Wednesday 25 January 06 20:27 GMT (UK): Can I make a bid for lunch at Nando's? (Its a Portugese Peri Peri Chicken place, nothing fancy and reasonable cost).

cheers

Paul :)
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Ticker on Wednesday 25 January 06 20:30 GMT (UK): Quote from: Paul E on Wednesday 25 January 06 20:27 GMT (UK)
nothing fancy and reasonable cost).

Sounds like my kinda place!
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Jane Eden on Thursday 26 January 06 06:43 GMT (UK): Hi Paul

Sounds great but do they do non chicken as well?

Jane
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Paul E on Thursday 26 January 06 08:39 GMT (UK): Hi Jane

It's pretty chicken-dominated, but they have some other options that I've never tried - vegetarian and beef.
It's quite relaxed and can cater well for large groups.

cheers

Paul
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Lloydy on Thursday 26 January 06 12:46 GMT (UK): Quote from: Paul E on Wednesday 25 January 06 20:27 GMT (UK)
Can I make a bid for lunch at Nando's? (Its a Portugese Peri Peri Chicken place, nothing fancy and reasonable cost).

cheers

Paul :)

Sounds wonderful Paul...I'm looking forward to it already!!!!

Jan
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Paul E on Thursday 26 January 06 13:40 GMT (UK): http://www.nandos.co.uk/ for more details
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Jane Eden on Thursday 26 January 06 18:40 GMT (UK): Hi Paul

Thanks for the link, my mouth is watering already.

Jane
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Ticker on Thursday 26 January 06 20:11 GMT (UK): Quote from: Paul E on Thursday 26 January 06 08:39 GMT (UK)
Hi Jane

It's pretty chicken-dominated, but they have some other options that I've never tried - vegetarian and beef.
It's quite relaxed and can cater well for large groups.

cheers

Paul

Sounds a great menu Paul - I'm slightly worried about the domineering chickens though! ;D

Ticker
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: JillJ on Thursday 26 January 06 20:21 GMT (UK): Hmmm! A website dedicated to dead chickens! That's a new one!

Jill
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Paul E on Thursday 26 January 06 21:32 GMT (UK): Quote from: Ticker on Thursday 26 January 06 20:11 GMT (UK)

Sounds a great menu Paul - I'm slightly worried about the domineering chickens though! ;D

Ticker

Well, I suppose after years of living with the wife, a few chickens can't harm me!

Paul :)

Pre-Moderator Comment Rebuttal: I'm not really a misogynist. Yet. :)
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Boongie Pam on Thursday 26 January 06 21:40 GMT (UK): Well sadly I'm pretty sure that I can't go >:(

I start a tuition course mid feb at weekends so my life is over until May.

Boo Hoo

P :(
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: sarah on Thursday 26 January 06 21:43 GMT (UK): AAAWWRRR :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'(

Pam,

We will miss you !

Sarah
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Keziahemm on Thursday 26 January 06 21:55 GMT (UK): I'm uncertain at the moment. Am at Dolls House Exhibition weekend before don't know whether allowed two weekends off ::)

Susan :)
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: acorngen on Tuesday 31 January 06 06:17 GMT (UK): May try and get but the following weekend I am away to Cork with the new lady in my life so may be a little tied up but how about for number 4 Dublin. Great city, lots of interest, plenty of pubs, friendly people but highly expensive

Rob
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Lloydy on Tuesday 31 January 06 11:10 GMT (UK): http://www.rootschat.com/forum/index.php/topic,124848.0.html

Rob, I won't add you as a definite to my list unless I hear from you otherwise.

Jan
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Lesanne on Wednesday 01 February 06 16:39 GMT (UK): Looks like I might get to come after all. ;D
Mr Lesanne has a course in Wigan, just happened today. :o

Flights are £62 return. Gatwick- Manchester.
:D We can drive from Wigan to Manchester on Saturday morning.

Where are you meeting up?
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Christopher on Wednesday 01 February 06 17:38 GMT (UK): Quote from: Keziahemm on Thursday 26 January 06 21:55 GMT (UK)
I'm uncertain at the moment. Am at Dolls House Exhibition weekend before don't know whether allowed two weekends off ::)

Susan :)

Susan,

Do you mean model Doll's Houses? A fascinating hobby which apparently fills the leisure time of a reasonable number of people judging by the weekly magazines devoted to the subject These magazines usually include a scale model piece of furniture or a person in the price.

Thanks Lesanne. I did not realise there was another thread on the subject of this Rootschat Meet on 11th March.

Chris
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Lloydy on Wednesday 01 February 06 17:41 GMT (UK): Quote from: Lesanne on Wednesday 01 February 06 16:39 GMT (UK)
Looks like I might get to come after all. ;D
Mr Lesanne has a course in Wigan, just happened today. :o

Flights are £62 return. Gatwick- Manchester.
:D We can drive from Wigan to Manchester on Saturday morning.

Where are you meeting up?

Glad you'll be able to make it Lesanne. I have added you to the List
http://www.rootschat.com/forum/index.php?topic=124848.msg553326#msg553326

No definite itinery has been arranged yet...but will be soon.

Jan
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Lesanne on Sunday 12 February 06 21:08 GMT (UK): :D Do we know anything yet, about places, or where to meet? ;D
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Christopher on Sunday 12 February 06 21:16 GMT (UK): Quote from: Lesanne on Sunday 12 February 06 21:08 GMT (UK)
:D Do we know anything yet, about places, or where to meet? ;D

I wish you wouldn't do that Lesanne. :D My Yahoo messenger sends me a note automatically telling me when a new email arrives. It makes a noise like gunfire. When I saw the message about the Rootschat Meet No 3 on 11th March I got so excited I almost fell off my seat. I thought the final arrangements had arrived at last. I was a bit disappointed but am glad that you are keeping the organisers on their toes :D
I am looking forward to meeting some Rootschatters and putting a face to a name.

All the Best, Chris
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Lloydy on Monday 13 February 06 09:53 GMT (UK): I have tried to get some details but as yet.........nowt :-\

Jan
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Christopher on Monday 13 February 06 13:02 GMT (UK): Lloydy Keep trying please.

If the final details arrive on St Patricks Day we will have to turn the clock back.

That is usually done later in the year.

All the Best Chris
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: sarah on Wednesday 01 March 06 22:08 GMT (UK): Well we are getting very excited now about the RootsChat Meet Number 3. Trystan and I are very much looking forward to putting some faces to some names. This is what we have worked out so far..

Itinerary for Saturday 11th March.

10.30am Meet at Victoria Train Station inside the Café Bar (This is on the Platform within the Station).
The Station itself is an interesting place to start our day. Lots of original features including a Brick wall plan of the destinations that at the time of opening you could get to by train from Victoria.
Today, Victoria Station not only caters for trains but also of the Manchester Metro link. These trams run through the city about every 10 minutes.

11.00am Manchester Cathedral Archives. Together we will find out more about these important archives and the largest series of Parish Registers in the Country :o :o. There will be a special RootsChat talk for about an hour given by the Cathedrals Archivist Mr Christopher Hunwick.

12.0 Lunch at the Cathedral Refectory and a chance to view up close the remains of the 15th Century “Hanging Bridge” which linked up the old Mediaeval town to the Church.

This licensed restaurant provides mouth watering dishes :P such as Shank of Lamb braised in red wine, honey and rosemary to lighter lunches of smoked Salmon, cream cheese and chive sandwiches. Prices range from £2.50 - £5.50 (These are samples dishes taken off their website.

1.00 A chance to browse the Cathedral itself ourselves to fully take in this beautiful and historic building.

2.00 A Trip on the Manchester Wheel (http://www.bbc.co.uk/manchester/content/image_galleries/manchester_wheel_gallery.shtml?17) for spectacular breathtaking views of the city reaching to the Pennine hills. (Those scared of heights will have alternative option!)

2.30    Visit to The People’s History Museum (http://www.phm.org.uk/).

The Museum was opened in 1994 in the former Hydraulic Pumphouse to accommodate its collection of articles relating to every day life for people not just of Manchester. Displays cover all aspects of work, home life and leisure including interesting articles on Friendly societies and Trade Unions.

Map: http://www.rootschat.com/links/02f/

5.00pm   Evening Meal to be held in China Town in the City Centre

8.00pm- 2.30am(!!)   Evening Drinks at some of Manchester’s best Beer houses.

3.00am Bus Home ! ;)

See you soon !

Sarah :)

PS Don't forget - good value B&B/Hotels available in Bury (see my previous post)
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Lloydy on Thursday 02 March 06 07:17 GMT (UK): Sarah

That sounds wonderful!!!!! Thanks to you and Trystan for doing the final arrangements. Oh I soooo wish I could be there :'(

I did try and ask for the day off again, but as it's our relaunch day all staff have to be there :'(

I hope you all have a fantastic day....please take loads of photos.

Jan

P.S. Do please let me know if I have missed anyone of the List of Attendees.
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Boongie Pam on Thursday 02 March 06 15:08 GMT (UK): I'm reading it but I'm sulking!

Could I miss my class in Management Accounting and Performance Management??

BooHoo!!!

:'(
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: MaryA on Thursday 02 March 06 19:43 GMT (UK): Although I was eager to be there, once the date was decided it clashed with other plans previously arranged - why can't birthdays be more flexible? :P

So I'm also sulking but hope you all have a great day with lots of fun and I'll be awaiting sight of the piccies.

Mary
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: jakky on Friday 03 March 06 12:34 GMT (UK): O.K.

all done and dusted ;D booked in at the Britannia Hotel near Piccadilly and I am going by train, a first for me,

Good price all round and I will haveThursday night and all day Friday free to research or spend! ::)

Please do not tell me if it is the wrong hotel and there is a better one, I have done it now and I am soooo looking forwards to meeting you all,

Jakky
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Paul E on Friday 03 March 06 16:38 GMT (UK): Hi jakky

The Britannia is really well located - only about 5 mins from the principal shops and maybe 10 mins to the 'Cathedral Triangle'. Don't get sucked into the new Selfridges though - you might never emerge! :) If you've never been to Manchester before, head for St Anne's Square for a good spot of retail therapy!

cheers

Paul
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: jakky on Friday 03 March 06 16:59 GMT (UK): That sounds good Paul,

the fight between research and shopping will be a tough one for an addictive shopper like me, husband has been warned ;D

Jakky
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Cal241 on Friday 03 March 06 21:50 GMT (UK): Planning join you all......... child care willing........doubt my 12 year old would want to join us ::).
See you at Victoria

Cal
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: smeghead on Friday 03 March 06 22:58 GMT (UK): Would love to come but to far if one comes up nearer where i live Maybe near the garden of England i will come. Have a great day everyone

Jim
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Lesanne on Friday 03 March 06 23:06 GMT (UK): :D Hi Jim

Trying to get Guildford in June/July.. That's nearer to you.

***Chatmeet. South of M4 ~ North of M27. 8)
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: mc8 on Monday 06 March 06 12:32 GMT (UK): sorry folks-I've got a tutorial to run on that day in York so won't be there after all. I hope you have a great meeting
Monique
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: jakky on Monday 06 March 06 13:57 GMT (UK): aw Monique,

I was so looking forwards to meeting you as well.

Maybe next time eh?

Enjoy York if you have any time left,

Jakky
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Lloydy on Monday 06 March 06 14:12 GMT (UK): Monique

I've deleted your name from the List of Attendees.

Jan
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: mc8 on Monday 06 March 06 15:06 GMT (UK): Quote from: jakky on Monday 06 March 06 13:57 GMT (UK)

Maybe next time eh?

definitely :D
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Cal241 on Monday 06 March 06 18:42 GMT (UK): How will we recognise each other??
Copy of the Times perhaps? 8)
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Keith Bateman on Monday 06 March 06 18:52 GMT (UK): You will have to get friendly with Berlin Bob: ;D ;D

http://www.rootschat.com/forum/index.php/topic,104049.msg411757.html#msg411757

Cheers

Keith
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Christopher on Monday 06 March 06 19:35 GMT (UK): Quote from: Cal241 on Monday 06 March 06 18:42 GMT (UK)
How will we recognise each other??
Copy of the Times perhaps? 8)

Possibly the Belfast Telegraph :D I doubt many copies of this popular Northern Ireland paper are on sale in Manchester. I will make it easier and wear the black sweat shirt with the Dennis the Menace motif as well (see site below). I also have my pic on the boards so please memorise my facial features carefully. If you do this you should be able to say "Hello Chris" This will give me a chance to scratch my beard and wonder about your name :D http://www.paulmorris.co.uk/beano/strips/dennisthemenace.htm
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: JillJ on Monday 06 March 06 19:38 GMT (UK): Anyone want to borrow my RootsChat shirt? I was hoping to wear it myself but unfortunately won't be able to make this meet.

Hope you all have a great time - I shall be thinking about you!

Jill
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Christopher on Monday 06 March 06 19:44 GMT (UK): Quote from: JillJ on Monday 06 March 06 19:38 GMT (UK)
Anyone want to borrow my RootsChat shirt? I was hoping to wear it myself but unfortunately won't be able to make this meet.

Hope you all have a great time - I shall be thinking about you!

Jill

Borrow ??? Are there any for sale ??? I would love to buy one. Dennis the Menace. Sorry getting a bit carried away there at the thought of wearing Jill's shirt. What size are you by the way Jill ??? I'm probably a 44 and 16 -18 collar size. Chris
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: JillJ on Monday 06 March 06 20:19 GMT (UK): Shame on you Chris! Fancy asking a woman what size she is! I'm large, but not quite that large!

You will have to speak nicely to Sarah, see if she can still get them!

Have a great day - I'll raise my glass to you all so I don't feel too left out.

Jill
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Christopher on Monday 06 March 06 20:27 GMT (UK): Quote from: JillJ on Monday 06 March 06 20:19 GMT (UK)
Shame on you Chris! Fancy asking a woman what size she is! I'm large, but not quite that large!

You will have to speak nicely to Sarah, see if she can still get them!

Have a great day - I'll raise my glass to you all so I don't feel too left out.

Jill

Sorry Jill,

I should have said give or take a bit. Ooops I have a hunch I have said the wrong thing again. :D Thanks for the idea. I will drop a note to Sarah.

Chris
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: JillJ on Monday 06 March 06 20:31 GMT (UK): Of course you haven't said the wrong thing, I was only joking! Still don't think it would fit you though!

Jill
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: GRACELAND on Monday 06 March 06 20:38 GMT (UK): Jill That shirt ain,t that big !! ;D
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: JillJ on Monday 06 March 06 20:41 GMT (UK): I know Mr. G - but it would probably fit you!

Jill
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: GRACELAND on Monday 06 March 06 20:43 GMT (UK): Yep because I,M so slim And i Need a Roots Shirt ;D ;D
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Lesanne on Monday 06 March 06 20:51 GMT (UK): :D You can buy paper to transfer pictures from puta onto cloth/Tshirts.
Perhaps the Rootschat logo?
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Cal241 on Monday 06 March 06 22:35 GMT (UK): Can't see me in a big Dennis the Menace T shirt! I will make a badge!
& will venture in to Victoria station with it on!!
Oh and how could ask a ladies size??
We would never tell ;D
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: jakky on Monday 06 March 06 23:10 GMT (UK): So,

That is you on the picture Chris, how brave you are, I am one of the weird sort who shuts their eyes or usually has their hand in front of their faces, being photogenic is not one of my finer points.

Having once been told that only people with something to hide refuse to have their photos taken this is a bit of a worry because I always thought it was because we think we are ugly,

Anyway you will recognise me because I will be wearing my Easter Bonnet as well as my Roots cut out badge,

Jakky
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Christopher on Monday 06 March 06 23:14 GMT (UK): Could you describe your Easter Bonnet please Jakky. What will we do if RootsChat meet clashes with an Easter Bonnet Convention ???
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Keith Bateman on Monday 06 March 06 23:19 GMT (UK): You can see what I look like on my website here:
http://batemans-history.rootschat.net/p10.htm#i2

Ohh and while you are there please sign my guestbook ;) ;)

Cheers

Keith
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: jakky on Monday 06 March 06 23:27 GMT (UK): Well,

It is big and round and red, it also is covered in paper daffodils with green crepe paper streamers.

Kieth, all I can find is a lovely little boy with curly hair, you are sweet, will someone be with you to hold your hand?

Jakky
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: jakky on Monday 06 March 06 23:31 GMT (UK): Kieth,

Just had another look, and I saw a handsome looking fellow, think that must be you, I am saving your site untill I get back after Manchester it will give me something to look forwards to,

Jakky
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Keith Bateman on Monday 06 March 06 23:47 GMT (UK): Where are you looking Jakky - none of those sounds like me ;) ;)

Keith
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: jakky on Tuesday 07 March 06 10:30 GMT (UK): 'morning Keith,

your modesty is most becoming,

Jakky
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Christopher on Tuesday 07 March 06 10:40 GMT (UK): Quote from: keith_bateman on Monday 06 March 06 23:47 GMT (UK)

Where are you looking Jakky - none of those sounds like me ;) ;)

Keith

Good point there Keith.

I came across a photo of an adult bespectaled male (born 1947) - rather handsome too. I say man, your barber does an excellent job. Your hairstyle looks a bit like my own. I should have no difficulty finding you (probably with a big crowd of ladies around such a handsome guy). How Jakky will manage, looking for a little boy with curly hair, I have not a clue. I hope she is not up on a kidnapping charge before the end of the day.

All the Best, Chris
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: MaryA on Tuesday 07 March 06 12:24 GMT (UK): Don't you worry about Keith, he has this knack of finding you and then you find yourself standing in front of this handsome guy with a big beaming smile. ;D ;D You'll recognise him for sure.

Mary
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Jane Eden on Wednesday 08 March 06 09:09 GMT (UK): Hi

Here is a current photo though I won't look so 'corporate' on Saturday. I'm getting excited now I have made my badge!!!!

Jane
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: jakky on Wednesday 08 March 06 09:43 GMT (UK): Hi Jane,

cracking photo

Jakky
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Arranroots on Wednesday 08 March 06 10:02 GMT (UK): Those of you heading to Manchester this weekend might be interested in a programme about Gorton Monastery on BBC2 tonight

http://www.rootschat.com/forum/index.php?topic=136659.new#new

Please support our new about-to-be-famous Rootschatter!

Have a great time - don't forget the brollies!

kind regards, Arranroots ;)
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: wheeldon on Wednesday 08 March 06 16:52 GMT (UK): ooooh no - my computer has had a hicky fit yet again - I'm on this horrid lap top -yet again. So, I can't print off my rootschat badge. However, I'm planning on getting creative with my little uns felt tips and crayons. I'm not very artistic so I will be the one wearing the badge that looks like it has been made by a 3 yr old. If it's raining I will also have my 3 yr olds frog umbrella :P

The best advice I can give you is, if you see me, just quickly cover your badges up and run the other way ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D

I'm really looking forward to it - I've dropped out of going to a family party the night before so I don't turn up with a hangover from hell.
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Keith Bateman on Wednesday 08 March 06 17:17 GMT (UK): Quote from: wheeldon on Wednesday 08 March 06 16:52 GMT (UK)
I'm really looking forward to it - I've dropped out of going to a family party the night before so I don't turn up with a hangover from hell.

Nows who's a good girl - I'm going to our Bowls Club Evening Meal the night before - so if I am a little slow .......... please whisper....... ;) ;)

Keith
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Cal241 on Wednesday 08 March 06 21:50 GMT (UK): Well my badge is made...... undecided whether to dust off the laminator or to make it into a sticker (my daughter has such a machine) decisions decisions!! ;)

Looking forward to meeting you all, will be on the wire to get there for 10.30, after delivering daughter to her friends house in the morning I will have to leave after the Peoples Museum though. It is next to where I work so handy to pick up my car.... great planning on rootschat part. Shall be looking out for the frog umberella, the daffodilled Easter hat et al!! ;D ;D ;D ;D

Here's hoping the rain keeps off but it will be fun anyway 8)
Cal
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: trystan on Wednesday 08 March 06 22:30 GMT (UK): Quote from: Cal241 on Wednesday 08 March 06 21:50 GMT (UK)
Here's hoping the rain keeps off but it will be fun anyway 8)
Cal

Hey, it's the Manchester meet - it wouldn't be the same without the rain!

I'm really looking forward to meeting you all and going on the Big Wheel!

Trystan
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: JillJ on Wednesday 08 March 06 22:36 GMT (UK): Quote from: trystan on Wednesday 08 March 06 22:30 GMT (UK)
I'm really looking forward to meeting you all and going on the Big Wheel!

That must mean you've already tasted the local brew Trystan?

I know you'll all have a fantastic time, just wish I could be with you.

Jill
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: trystan on Wednesday 08 March 06 22:47 GMT (UK): Jill,

Go on, I'm sure you can make it if you get on a train and change about four times!! It was great to see you for the last meets - how on earth are we going to manage without you? I think in York we'd have been lost half a dozen times if it was't for your lovely yellow coat that you wore!

Trystan
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Paul E on Wednesday 08 March 06 23:33 GMT (UK): Have I missed the place at Victoria Station that we're meeting?

cheers

Paul :)
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Keith Bateman on Wednesday 08 March 06 23:59 GMT (UK): Quote from: Paul E on Wednesday 08 March 06 23:33 GMT (UK)
Have I missed the place at Victoria Station that we're meeting?

cheers

Paul :)

YES - not telling you ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Paul E on Thursday 09 March 06 06:57 GMT (UK): Good job that I know what you look like, then, Keith! ;D

Paul
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: JillJ on Thursday 09 March 06 10:27 GMT (UK): Quote from: trystan on Wednesday 08 March 06 22:47 GMT (UK)
Jill,

Go on, I'm sure you can make it if you get on a train and change about four times!! It was great to see you for the last meets - how on earth are we going to manage without you? I think in York we'd have been lost half a dozen times if it was't for your lovely yellow coat that you wore!

Trystan

It's not for want of trying that I won't be there Trystan! I've looked at every angle of getting there but I'd no sooner arrive before I had to leave again!

The yellow coat is available, along with the RootsChat shirt if you feel it is a necessary part of a meet but I don't think you should be the one to wear it!

Jill
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Keith Bateman on Thursday 09 March 06 10:56 GMT (UK): Quote from: Paul E on Wednesday 08 March 06 23:33 GMT (UK)
Have I missed the place at Victoria Station that we're meeting?

cheers

Paul :)

I presume by now you have read this page ;D ;D

http://www.rootschat.com/forum/index.php/topic,110988.90.html

10.30am Meet at Victoria Train Station inside the Café Bar (This is on the Platform within the Station).

Last time I was there you needed a platform ticket!! I think they stopped those about 50 years ago :o :o

Cheers

Keith
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: trystan on Thursday 09 March 06 19:49 GMT (UK): Once you get into the bar/cafe in Victoria station, look up at the domed ceiling it's wonderful!
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: dennford on Thursday 09 March 06 22:16 GMT (UK): Don't forget to post some pic's and an account of who did what, for those who can't make it.

Denn
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Cal241 on Thursday 09 March 06 22:27 GMT (UK): Quote from: dennford on Thursday 09 March 06 22:16 GMT (UK)
Don't forget to post some pic's and an account of who did what, for those who can't make it.

Denn
Probably best I have to leave before the Evening drinks then!!! ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Lesanne on Friday 10 March 06 08:31 GMT (UK): Hi Folks,
Just about to leave home for work. Going to the airport from there.
So suitcase all packed. Just got to Laminate my Bob badge.
Top up mobile, 'cause I tend to get lost in airports...

C ya all soon... :D
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: mc8 on Friday 10 March 06 10:34 GMT (UK): Have a good day tomorrow-I'll be thinking of you whilst teaching discounted cash flow :(

If you discuss developing a genealogy course, I know a uni who is currently looking for expressions of interest
Monique
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: alcrighton on Friday 10 March 06 14:26 GMT (UK): I'd just like to wish you all the best for the meet in Manchester tomorrow. I came very close to being able to join you! Maybe next time.

Regards,

Al
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: MaryA on Friday 10 March 06 15:55 GMT (UK): Hope you all have lots of fun, I will also be thinking of you while I'm making birthday cake and trifle. Sorry I can't be with you.

Mary
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Sisterjane on Friday 10 March 06 15:59 GMT (UK): Hi
I hope you all have a jolly good weekend and i look forward to seeing lots of piccys of all of you

Joe
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: GRACELAND on Friday 10 March 06 16:33 GMT (UK): :D yep have a good time :D
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: trystan on Friday 10 March 06 18:36 GMT (UK): I'm really looking forward to it now - the chap at Manchester Catheral is supposed to be really good - and for those who like their real ales, we have a real treat for you!
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Lloydy on Friday 10 March 06 18:42 GMT (UK): I hope you all have a great day tomorrow - enjoy the sites, enjoy the food and drink but most importantly I hope you all enjoy meeting each other and putting names to faces :D

I WILL get to meet you all one day - I hope someone will be taking lots of photos, and I can't wait to see them all.

Best wishes

Jan (who is feeling extremely envious..........)
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: skb on Saturday 11 March 06 21:01 GMT (UK): Just arrived home

Had a great time. Hope everyone else got/gets home ok. Will try and get some piccies up when I've recovered.
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Sisterjane on Saturday 11 March 06 22:35 GMT (UK): Have you recovered yet ;D

Joe
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Lloydy on Saturday 11 March 06 22:37 GMT (UK): skb

I'm glad that you had a good day - really looking forward to seeing your photos :D

Jan
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Cal241 on Saturday 11 March 06 23:03 GMT (UK): Hi all Rootschatters ;)
I had a fab day out and gave Sarah a badge I had made in the Peoples Museum to prove it!!!
The rain stayed off and the talk we had at the Archives was brilliant.
Manchester Cathedral was awesome particularly as the choir was practicing, that was something else a complete tranquil experience.
It was such a fabulous opportunity to put faces to names and to share family experiences and the old ‘brick wall’ syndrome

So where are we going next?????
Cal
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Sisterjane on Saturday 11 March 06 23:11 GMT (UK): Hi Cal, So pleased you had a good day

Joe
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Jed59 on Saturday 11 March 06 23:28 GMT (UK): Just a quick post to say thanks for organising an interesting and informative day....not to mention the putting of faces to names.
I look forward to meeting you again some time in the not too distant future. :)

Jed
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: sarah on Sunday 12 March 06 00:41 GMT (UK): Trystan and I just arrived home.

What a great day ;D and what lovely people.

The talk at the archives was a true delight. Not only was it entertaining but it has given me a few ideas on following up some Marriages.

Thank you for a Great Day out !

Sarah :)
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Paul E on Sunday 12 March 06 01:05 GMT (UK): Quote from: Jed59 on Saturday 11 March 06 23:28 GMT (UK)
Just a quick post to say thanks for organising an interesting and informative day....not to mention the putting of faces to names.

Jed

I'll second that! Well done Trystan and Sarah!

Paul
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Keith Bateman on Sunday 12 March 06 01:25 GMT (UK): Hi All,

Just arrived home - tired having driven through the Snow!!

Great Day - fanstatic bunch of Rootschatters - thanks to everyone especially Sarah & Trystan

- coffee & bed now!

Watch this space for the photos :o :o :o

Cheers

Keith
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: trystan on Sunday 12 March 06 01:39 GMT (UK): WOW

We had a fantastic day!

We all met at the cafe/bar at Victoria station, and we joined more and more tables as beaming RootsChatter joined us.

The talk by Manchester Cathedral archivist Christopher Hunwick was breathtaking. He talked for an hour and a half, but it only felt like twenty minutes. I could have listened to him all day. Heard of Death Registers - yes! But have you heard of Sexton Records? Do you know how much it cost to bury somebody? Fancy knowing for how long the bell was tolled at your ancestor's funeral? We saw images of items that were previously not seen for a hundred years. We saw records of dole payments for widows of Strangeways tradesman, and the aprentice schemes that some of the sons were put onto.

We saw a slide of a forged seal that secured land withing the diocese of the Cathedral.

Did you know that marriages in the cathedral were lined up, with over a hundred marriages in one day? Sometimes the groom was left in the public house, so a stand-in married the bride "by proxy" (if only I could have got away with that!).

If you ever get an opportunity to hear Christopher Hunwick then please go and listen to him, and tell everybody you know to go too. He will bring the subject alive in a very very special way. He is the best speaker I have heard to date.

The food at the Cathedral visitor centre was great. I opted for the cumberland sausage with mustard sause, with veg. Mmmmm. Lovely pot of Earl Grey tea, I was happy as a pig in mud. They had laid out a big table for us, with little red napkins as we all sat almost under the historic "Hanging Bridge". Our compliments to the Chefs!

All of us (bar five scaredecats) went onto the BIG WHEEL. This wheel was much bigger than the Parisean wheel I went on some months ago. At the top we saw the snow capped mountains of the Pennines, and a staggering plan view of the Cathedral. For the footie fans, the grounds of Old Trafford were all too plain to see too. The view was breathtaking.

Down to earth with not too much of a bump, we then went in to the Manchester Cathedral and looked around. We found the "angel stone" which dates back to a year like 1634 or something hideously early which we were told about earlier in the talk. Also we found the "Noah" character in the Roll of honour book!! The Cathedral was very peaceful indeed. I couldn't quite explain the pacific feeling in there - it was almost tangible. The choir practised, and we were mesmerised. Having lived in the area of Greater Manchester for 13 years or so I had not gone in there. Now I know I had missed out until today.

A fair good stroll along Deansgate, and down a few streets, we bundled into the People's History Museum. By flag staff and union book we learnt of the plight of the working man an woman to assert their right to work in good conditions and for the rights that we take for granted today (the end of child exploitation, fair hours and the right to vote for women amonst a myriad of other things). Although a small museum, this evolving museum left me with a feeling that we owe so much to the drive of the people that walked before us for what we all just expect today. The badge making was fun, but I managed to get a badge stuck in the machine! Sorry!

We made farewells to a few after the museum, then went (via a diversion in a noisy beer tent) to a Weatherspoons pub for a couple. Again we joined a load of tables together, and made Manchesters first non-smoking pub look more like a beer-keller with a long bench! Had a really good natter in there, which was brilliant.

On from there to China Town and to the "Hong Kong" restaurant where we devoured far too much delicious food (and Ticker went off early with a little take away doggie bag so that he could catch his train). We went for the "Banquet C" option.... We just couln't finish it. Stuffed to the gills.

We went to a bar on Canal Street, which was a bit of an eye opener.. then to the Lasse O Gowrie for some very good real ale and great conversations as diverse as the beers on tap there.

A tram ride and taxi later, Sarah and I got home and jumped straight into our slippers!

What a lovely lovely day. I wish we could have brought all the RootsChatters back with us. What a great warm bunch of people. I just know that we are all related.

Trystan
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: liverpool annie on Sunday 12 March 06 01:58 GMT (UK): Trystan!!

I have never heard you put so many words together at once ..... ;D ;D ;D ;D
Seems to me you more than enjoyed yourself!! - that is so cool!!!
Everybody that was left behind were so jealous - theres a few threads going where we were trying to decide were you were - at that particular moment!!

Sounds like you all had a wonderful day - I'm so glad for you all!! Kodak moments and all that - can't wait to see the photos !!

Annie :) :) :)
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: MarieC on Sunday 12 March 06 05:25 GMT (UK): That's fantastic!! ;D

Thanks, Trystan, for the detailed description of what you all did. It really sounds great - I'm very envious!

How many Rootschatters ended up going??

Now, I can assure you that the Brisbane meet will also be something to remember. (Next cab off the rank??)

MarieC
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: MaryA on Sunday 12 March 06 07:24 GMT (UK): Wonderful description of your day Trystan, I'm quite jealous, birthday parties just don't measure up. Glad you all enjoyed yourself, can't wait to see the photos (did you take one from the top of the wheel anybody?)

Mary
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: 'Tricia on Sunday 12 March 06 07:42 GMT (UK): Trystan - so you feel a book coming on?

Sounds wonderful

Tricia
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: PassionPlay on Sunday 12 March 06 09:19 GMT (UK): Great review Trystan, almost [not] as good as being there.

Have you thought about a part time job with the Tourist Board ;D

Steph.
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Sisterjane on Sunday 12 March 06 09:37 GMT (UK): Quote
The food at the Cathedral visitor centre was great. I opted for the cumberland sausage with mustard sause, with veg

What!!!!!!!No black pudding then Trystan LOL
Sounds like you all had a fantastic time.

Joe
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Keith Bateman on Sunday 12 March 06 10:23 GMT (UK): Hi All,

Well you did ask for the "Holiday Snaps" - so here are the first 2 installments

These were taken at the meeting point in the refreshment rooms at Victoria Station.
Got to try and remember real names from Rootschat names!!

Sarah-Kenhar-wheeldon-Mr Lesanne-Lesanne-Doris&Sheila.

Cheers
Keith
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Keith Bateman on Sunday 12 March 06 10:25 GMT (UK): Another at Victoria Station:

Jed59-SandraC-Jakky-Sarah-Trystan-Kenhar-Mr Lesanne-wheeldon
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: 'Tricia on Sunday 12 March 06 10:27 GMT (UK): Oooh, 'er - is this a 'guess the names' competition?

Tricia ;D

Spotted the Lovebirds, anyway ;)
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Sisterjane on Sunday 12 March 06 10:27 GMT (UK): Lovely Piccys........But Whos-who LOL
I Can pick out Sarah,Ticker and Trystan

Joe
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: MaryA on Sunday 12 March 06 10:40 GMT (UK): No mistaking Sarah and Trystan, and I'm thinking I know Ticker, but Keith I would know you if you weren't taking the piccies!!

Mary
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: wheeldon on Sunday 12 March 06 10:42 GMT (UK): Thanks to everyone at the meet for making me feel so welcome.

I had a fantastic day out and met some lovely people.

Thanks again

Fiona
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Sisterjane on Sunday 12 March 06 10:43 GMT (UK): OK Fiona......which ones you :o

Joe
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: wheeldon on Sunday 12 March 06 10:50 GMT (UK): I'm the one hiding behind the post on the first picture - thinking

"oh no what ave I let myself in for"

I was so nervous but I shouldn't have been as everyone was so warm and friendly.
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: RJ_Paton on Sunday 12 March 06 10:59 GMT (UK): A-ha got you .. ;D
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Keith Bateman on Sunday 12 March 06 11:01 GMT (UK): Sorry about the name check folks - still a bit early for me after a 20 hour day yesterday!! ;)
Cathedral Archives:
Sarah-Trystan-Ticker-Wheeldon-Kenhar-Lesanne-Mr lesanne-Jakky -
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Keith Bateman on Sunday 12 March 06 11:07 GMT (UK): As above with Janeswan between Sarah & Trystan
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Keith Bateman on Sunday 12 March 06 11:12 GMT (UK): The Manchester Wheel

Ticker-Jakky-PaulE (who wished to remain annonomous!)-Janeswan
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Keith Bateman on Sunday 12 March 06 11:15 GMT (UK): Some of us were a bit scarred going on the Manchester Wheel - but not our Jakky!!

And Janeswan would have some great photos if only she could remember how the thing worked!
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Sisterjane on Sunday 12 March 06 11:16 GMT (UK): Ticker.......is that your mobile laptop you are fiddling with in your pocket......Wait till Tephra10 sees that, she will beleive me then LOL

Joe
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Paul E on Sunday 12 March 06 11:21 GMT (UK): A few more piccies from yesterday...
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Paul E on Sunday 12 March 06 11:23 GMT (UK): A co-operative Rootschatter - is there any other? :)

Then, a rare shot of Rootschat's official photographer, Keith!
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: JillJ on Sunday 12 March 06 11:24 GMT (UK): Looks like I missed a great day out! Glad you all had such a wonderful time though and looking forward to more pictures.

Jill
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Paul E on Sunday 12 March 06 11:25 GMT (UK): Finally, one Rootschatter who didn't end up Punch drunk!
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Sisterjane on Sunday 12 March 06 11:27 GMT (UK): Now we know why they call him " The Sad Shroppie " LOL ;D ;D

Joe
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Keith Bateman on Sunday 12 March 06 11:30 GMT (UK): Thoughtful Ken - just checking to make sure all the spokes were still there! ;)
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Keith Bateman on Sunday 12 March 06 11:38 GMT (UK): Trystan rushes over to show Skb how to use a mouse - watched by Janeswan & Ticker

Waiting to go into the People's Museum
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Keith Bateman on Sunday 12 March 06 11:48 GMT (UK): Ticker in confident mood ;)

Wheeldon in her "Vote for Me" mood :o
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: kerryb on Sunday 12 March 06 12:09 GMT (UK): Lovely photos and it looks like you all had a fantastic day. Could we have nearer the south east next time so I can join in please. :'( :'(

Kerry
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: wheeldon on Sunday 12 March 06 12:10 GMT (UK): My eyes! My eyes!

Please somebody make them stop ::) ::) ::)

Next time either no cameras allowed or you have to give me chance to suck my chins in ;D
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Keith Bateman on Sunday 12 March 06 12:19 GMT (UK): Down to some serious Family History reseach now ;) ;)
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Keith Bateman on Sunday 12 March 06 12:30 GMT (UK): Quote from: wheeldon on Sunday 12 March 06 12:10 GMT (UK)

Please somebody make them stop ::) ::) ::)

For leaving the room without the official photographer's permission- another photo ;)
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Keith Bateman on Sunday 12 March 06 12:33 GMT (UK): Janeswan has just been told she can forget her diet for the evening! ;D
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Keith Bateman on Sunday 12 March 06 12:43 GMT (UK): While Jakky holds the Sheet Music - Trystan & Sarah say - you hum it - we'll play it ;D
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: SandraC on Sunday 12 March 06 12:45 GMT (UK): HI All

Just to say I had a really great time yesterday :D

I was a bit nervous as I didn't "know" anyone but as has been said before, everyone was really friendly & I felt settled in at once.

Also, managed to avoid the worst of the camera action ;D [I'm the one fleetingly in the red coat & specs]

Sorry I had to leave the action early but hubby is off to London for work this afternoon for the week, so I felt I had to get back.

I'm planning to bombard that nice archivist with lots of requests from his Banns book & Sexton's register as loads of my rellies lived in Salford - he may not realise what he has let himself in for ;D

Cheers to Lloydy for setting it up & to Trystan & Sarah for the day & to everyone who was there for making it a great time.

SandraC
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Keith Bateman on Sunday 12 March 06 12:52 GMT (UK): Not everyone could stand the pace - only 5 plus the photographer were left to go the a "very nice" bar to round off a fabulous day.
I hope you have got the atmosphere generated by everyone - I think we all had a great time and it is because of not only Trystan & Sarah - but ALL Rootchatters who were there in spirit to make this a wonderful day.
Thank you
Now must go for a lie down and catch up on some sleep.
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Ticker on Sunday 12 March 06 13:42 GMT (UK): Quote from: joe on Sunday 12 March 06 11:16 GMT (UK)
Ticker.......is that your mobile laptop you are fiddling with in your pocket......Wait till Tephra10 sees that, she will beleive me then LOL

Joe

Something like that Joe! ;D ;D
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Ticker on Sunday 12 March 06 13:44 GMT (UK): Quote from: keith_bateman on Sunday 12 March 06 11:48 GMT (UK)

Ticker in confident mood ;)

Keith - I think it was a look of shock as you lay in wait to snap us all as we came through the door! ;D ;D
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: liverpool annie on Sunday 12 March 06 14:27 GMT (UK): You guys just all looked "luvely" .... the way I knew you would!! ;)
Good photos Keith! but I really expected pictures of trains and stations too !! .... ::)
maybe somebody could start a website of the different meets - there was even one in Australia before wasn't there? That would be a cool ongoing record of all our RootsChatters - Glad you all had such a good time - I'm telling you - all the "left behinders" were all waiting with bated breath to hear how you all did ...... !

Thanks for sharing your day with us !!

Annie
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Lloydy on Sunday 12 March 06 15:44 GMT (UK): What wonderful photos, everyone looked like they had a great day. It's such a shame that I had to miss it, but there is always next time......by the way, work was quite boring, and the opening day wasn't as busy as it might have been.

Lovely to "see" you all, and Wheeldon now I know what you look like!!!! ;D

I'm really looking forward to No 4 ;)

Jan
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: uk2003 on Sunday 12 March 06 16:14 GMT (UK): My hat comes off to Trystan & Sarah for making it such a fantastic day out. It was also great meeting a truly nice bunch of people "my fellow rootschatters".

The only suggestion for the next meeting is we ban Keith with this camera ;D only kidding ;D but one thing is for sure I need to loose 3 stone at least before the next one, I swear that big wheel slipped when I got in it.

I look forward to meeting you all again in the near future.

Regards
Ken
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: skb on Sunday 12 March 06 16:46 GMT (UK): Quote from: joe on Saturday 11 March 06 22:35 GMT (UK)
Have you recovered yet ;D

Joe

No. It will take a day or two. But I have started wrestling with my camera software.

Thanks everyone for a great day.
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Lesanne on Sunday 12 March 06 16:46 GMT (UK):   Thanks for a great day out. So nice to have met you all.
   Not long got home. Plane delayed at Manchester.
   Had to get it de-iced before it could leave.

   Will post piccy's when I've unpacked...
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Boongie Pam on Sunday 12 March 06 17:53 GMT (UK): Looked like a great day. Thanks for posting the pix all.

I was there in spirit :-*

I don't think Tax accounting stands up to a nice pint with friends.

Mr Smith is looking very serious!

I hope to make the next one.

Pam
:)
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Christopher on Sunday 12 March 06 17:59 GMT (UK): Hei,

I am sorry I cried off at the last minute. It looks as though you guys had a really great time. I ended up going to Dublin to see a friend. We had a very pleasant time and had a reasonable meal in a pub in the evening before I caught the 8.45 back to Belfast.

It felt a bit like a RootsChat Promotional trip. My friend, who lives in Co. Kildare, and I met a party of young American students. Four members of the party were interested in learning about their Irish roots and another person on the train coming home told me her parents are researching their roots. Some of these people may register as members.

Still working on the Irish event.

All the Best,

Chris
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: jakky on Sunday 12 March 06 18:28 GMT (UK): Hiya

Just got home through the snow, and is it snowing up there,

now you know why I don't have my photo taken a fat miserable looking cow,

When I do my pics I will post them....along with the real truth... about the Gay Bars and the Hypnotist

and why I must pull a veil over some of it :-X

I will get you back for those photos Keith :P

A truly fantastic time with Rootschatters who are even better in person than on the site.

Big Thanks Sarah and Trystan for your hard work,

Jakky.
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Keith Bateman on Sunday 12 March 06 18:44 GMT (UK): Quote from: jakky on Sunday 12 March 06 18:28 GMT (UK)
I will get you back for those photos Keith :P
Jakky.

Hi Jakky,

Glad you got home safely - snowing here as well!

Maybe it's a good job some people don't have decent batteries - hope you left your camera in Manchester!! ;D ;D

What it is to be the life and soul of the party - just remember I haven't posted ALL the photos ;)

Cheers

Keith
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Lesanne on Sunday 12 March 06 18:55 GMT (UK): Here's some more piccy's. This is in the Station cafe. A hello, nice to meet you.
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Lesanne on Sunday 12 March 06 18:57 GMT (UK): more folks... and the ceiling..
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Cal241 on Sunday 12 March 06 18:57 GMT (UK): Just been looking at the photees and I think made a good decision to give the Wheel a wide berth..... yes I admit I was one of the cowardy cowardy custards!!

It was a 'grand day out' so sorry I had to leave so early and miss out on the events later ....... mmmmm? what I wonder went on to have a veil drawn? ;)

I add my thanks too to Sarah, Trystan and Lloydy for the great organisation of the day. & agree all who have posted, what a lovely bunch of fellow 'hunters'

Can't wait to have the time to visit Chetham Library

Cal ;D
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Lesanne on Sunday 12 March 06 19:00 GMT (UK): Last 2....
Hi Cal, yep that library sounded really interesting..
Why don't these places open on a weekend?
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: MaryA on Sunday 12 March 06 19:03 GMT (UK): Beautiful ceiling ...... Would that by any chance be our very own Paul E there in the background ?
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Arranroots on Sunday 12 March 06 19:08 GMT (UK): Quote from: MaryA on Sunday 12 March 06 19:03 GMT (UK)
Would that by any chance be our very own Paul E there in the background ?

No, Mary - that's a baguette!

;D ;D
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: jakky on Sunday 12 March 06 19:13 GMT (UK): Hi,

Gonna try this with a few pics, hope it works,

you know how good I am with a camera Keith
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: MaryA on Sunday 12 March 06 19:16 GMT (UK): Quote from: Arranroots on Sunday 12 March 06 19:08 GMT (UK)
Quote from: MaryA on Sunday 12 March 06 19:03 GMT (UK)
Would that by any chance be our very own Paul E there in the background ?

No, Mary - that's a baguette!

;D ;D

;D ;D ;D ;D So I guess that's a yes then ;)
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: jakky on Sunday 12 March 06 19:24 GMT (UK): It worked,

The above two is of course Happy Hour with Ticker, Tra
ystan and the lovelies Sarah and Fiona(wheeldon)

The next two are The Eye and PaulE and Ticker wondering if this is the right thing to do'
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: jakky on Sunday 12 March 06 19:28 GMT (UK): Then we have High enough for me and Doing the Rootschat Walk
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: jakky on Sunday 12 March 06 19:37 GMT (UK): And for now,

The wonderful staircase at my hotel which used to be a Cotton Warehouse
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: trystan on Sunday 12 March 06 19:53 GMT (UK): Noah Stringfellow found in the Roll of Honour.

Then below, Ken ("I could lick the plate"), Sandra (l"help my teeth have stuck together") and Jane ("Smile!")
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: trystan on Sunday 12 March 06 19:54 GMT (UK): Photo of the "Hanging Bridge" which we ate next to:
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: trystan on Sunday 12 March 06 19:58 GMT (UK): And of course the photos the ladies have been waiting for ...drum roll... our "official RootsChat photographer" Keith packed off on the way home on the Metrolink tram.

Poor Keith, his hand went very floppy by the end of the night...
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: jakky on Sunday 12 March 06 20:40 GMT (UK): I forgot,

I have decided not to lift the veil, if you had been there you would have seen for yourselves.... so next time,
maybe?

There definitely should be another one in Manchester just to go to the Cheetham Library and see all those archives, especially The Sexton ones, wow

I think one thing the talk at the Cathedral taught me was you just do not know what is out there for us to research

and if it was not for Rootschat we wouldn't know half what we do know with regards to Genealogy Research.

Jakky
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Jane Eden on Sunday 12 March 06 20:55 GMT (UK): Hi

I'm a bit late posting as I battled through snow on the High Peak and then had to go and sing Choral Evensong (but not a beautifully as the Manchester Cathedral trebles yesterday). I have concentrated on Mr Bateman as he has managed to dodge many photos by being the 'happy snapper'. It was a fantastic day and I hope 'us northerners' can come and meet many more of you soon 'down south'.

Jane
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: skb on Sunday 12 March 06 20:58 GMT (UK): More pics, I hope. Apologies if this doesn't work.
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: skb on Sunday 12 March 06 20:59 GMT (UK): And again

(Trystan - thanks for the Noah pic too)
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Jane Eden on Sunday 12 March 06 21:00 GMT (UK): Two more

Lunch 1: Cal241, Jakky, Ticker, Keith Bateman, Kenhar, SandraC
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Jane Eden on Sunday 12 March 06 21:07 GMT (UK): Lunch 2: skb, Wheeldon, Trystan, Sarah, Jed, F3537, Asaphst (either not there or cannot be seen), PaulE
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: GalaxyJane on Sunday 12 March 06 21:08 GMT (UK): Thanks indeed Trystan for the Noah picture, from me too. And didn't I spot a Greenhalgh off to the left?
Thanks to everyone who took photos, and for sharing them with us, next best thing to being there in person.....
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Keith Bateman on Monday 13 March 06 00:24 GMT (UK): Hi All,

Now you've got your own back ;)

Forgot about cameras on mobiles Trystan - taking a photo of a very tired teddy is not allowed ;D

Cheers

Keith
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: MarieC on Monday 13 March 06 03:02 GMT (UK): LOVE all the photos! Almost feel as though I was there! You all look very cold and rugged up, though (she says, from sunny Queensland!
;D )

Keith was practising his photographic skills with his (then) new camera by doing a Good Sam act for me, near where he lives. I hadn't realised what he was leading up to!!! ;D ;D But it doesn't surprise me!

MarieC
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: pn on Monday 13 March 06 06:23 GMT (UK): I haven't had time to read all the replies to this but would love to attend a meet if possible- I will be in Manchester for the month of April visiting from Canada. Can anyone tell me if the date, place is set yet?

Pauline :) :) :) :)
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: wheeldon on Monday 13 March 06 09:50 GMT (UK): A question - I had to nip to the ladies half way through the talk about the archives. When I returned he had just finished telling you all about someone being buried without their head. I meant to ask someone to tell me the story later in the day but I forgot. Trust me to miss a miss juicy bit.

Could someone please tell me the story.

Cheers

Fiona
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Keith Bateman on Monday 13 March 06 10:26 GMT (UK): Quote from: wheeldon on Monday 13 March 06 09:50 GMT (UK)
All about someone being buried without their head. Trust me to miss a miss juicy bit.

Cheers

Fiona

I can't tell you sorry Fiona :o :o

I have just included it in the script I am selling for my new Horror Movie ;D ;D
Don't want to spoil the ending for all the movie goers!

It is about Riots in Manchester - the smallpox outbreak - death - headless burials - street fighting - cover ups - hospital mismanagement.

Naaa don't think it will sell - just like the average day in Manchester - before the Family History brigade arrived to liven it all up!! ;D

Cheers

Keith
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: jakky on Monday 13 March 06 10:32 GMT (UK): Hiya Fiona,

It was in the Sexton Records and very sad,

A little boy of 4years was buried and the charge was I think 4shillings, but it was crossed out.

It turned out that the hospital had removed his little head for 'research' and replaced it with a brick.

The family found out and there was some kind of riot and they had to bury him free of charge.

I may have not got this quite right, but there will be someone who has a better rentention than me who will put it right.

It was the only bit of the talk I did not enjoy

Jakky
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: wheeldon on Monday 13 March 06 12:31 GMT (UK): Keith I know the books a cover up - you weren't listening were you :o.

Thanks for that Jakky - what a sad story
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Jane Eden on Tuesday 14 March 06 06:33 GMT (UK): Hi

Jakky were you taking notes or have you just got a fantastic memory? I agree with the story but was it during the cholera epidemic or on another page?

Jane
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: trystan on Tuesday 14 March 06 06:34 GMT (UK): Fiona,

The bit I remember too was that both the lad's two parents were both dead and that he was looked after by his grandfather. A real tragedy. :-[

Trystan
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: jakky on Tuesday 14 March 06 10:16 GMT (UK): Hi Jane,

See my memory is not that good, I knew someone would fill in the missing bits, I forgot about the granddad and the epidemic

Trystan was obviously giving it his attention, so Fiona that is the story,

Jakky
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: jakky on Tuesday 14 March 06 11:05 GMT (UK): The lady passing by is obviously shocked :o :o

can that really be the famous Paul from Rootschat?
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: skb on Tuesday 14 March 06 11:34 GMT (UK): Quote from: trystan on Tuesday 14 March 06 06:34 GMT (UK)
Fiona,

The bit I remember too was that both the lad's two parents were both dead and that he was looked after by his grandfather. A real tragedy. :-[

Trystan

Wasn't there also something about Grandpa being told he was recovering then turning up at the hospital to find he'd died?
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: jakky on Tuesday 14 March 06 11:38 GMT (UK): Try again two post back
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: dennford on Tuesday 14 March 06 11:54 GMT (UK): Jakky,
your resize has gone from one extreme to the other.
Denn
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Tephra on Tuesday 14 March 06 12:24 GMT (UK): Quote from: joe on Sunday 12 March 06 11:16 GMT (UK)
Ticker.......is that your mobile laptop you are fiddling with in your pocket......Wait till Tephra10 sees that, she will beleive me then LOL

Joe

I did believe you Joe, I did I did - honest :D

Barbara 8)
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: wheeldon on Tuesday 14 March 06 13:40 GMT (UK): The story of the poor little one with the missing head just gets sadder and sadder. I kind of wish I hadn't asked now - poor thing :'(

Thanks to everyone for filling me in though.
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Keith Bateman on Tuesday 14 March 06 13:42 GMT (UK): Hi wheeldon

I did tell you to wait for the film ;D ;D

Now you know why!!

Cheers

Keith
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: wheeldon on Tuesday 14 March 06 14:17 GMT (UK): Another question about the talk about the archives. I was listening honestly.

I remember all about the multiple marriages at The Cathedral but was that the same for Baptisms and did the parents pay a fee for these too?

Thanks

Wheeldon
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Jane Eden on Tuesday 14 March 06 19:01 GMT (UK): Hi Wheeldon

He did not talk about multiple baptisms and did not mention if a fee was charged. I'm sure I would have remembered a font overflowing with babies!

Jane
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: smeghead on Tuesday 14 March 06 20:17 GMT (UK): what a great sounding day we must have one in the south of the country maybe in the Garden of England only problem is we have wine bars down here. A good place to hold it would be Bluewater retail park loads of bars restaurants and for those who like shopping a paradise near transport links and motorways what a great location

Jim
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: kerryb on Tuesday 14 March 06 20:19 GMT (UK): Great Jim

Kent - the best beers, the best fruit, the best gardens. :D

But where's the family history at Bluewater! BTW I hate shopping!!!!!!!

Kerry ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: smeghead on Tuesday 14 March 06 20:31 GMT (UK): The garden of england also includes sussex

Jim
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Jed59 on Tuesday 14 March 06 20:37 GMT (UK): If you read "The Manchester Man" , Joshua Brookes is described as holding Christenings in batches as well...if he didnt like the name you'd chosen for your baby he'd give it a name he thought suitable ..ie what he considerd to be a proper Christian name.and before you could say anything he'd already done it & moved on to the next. In more recent times an aunt wanted some cousins Christened but the vicar said those names weren't Christian names & to go and choose some proper ones.....
Certainly from some research ive just done in parish records seems that folk travelled miles ; the ones i was looking at must have had to walk about3to 5 miles with a baby....and they weren't the only ones baptised on that day.I did wonder why so many folk from all round the district of the Church were apparently baptised on the same day.It seems to have been common practice.
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Jane Eden on Wednesday 15 March 06 08:08 GMT (UK): Hi Jed

Thats really interesting. Does it mention whether there is a charge for a baptism?

My ancestors were poor but had so many children I cannot imagine that they could have paid each time. I know one of my families had about 4 or 5 of the children all baptised on one day. Fortunately the Vicar had written their dates of birth at the side.

It was good to meet you on Saturday

Jane
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: jakky on Wednesday 15 March 06 10:07 GMT (UK): Hi Denn

I know, but I was in a panic and had to go lie down to recover, ::)

Jakky
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Jed59 on Wednesday 15 March 06 12:05 GMT (UK): Wel, it doesnt give details but describes the melee when the women were waiting to be "churched ". "The width of the altar would hardly acommodate the number of women waiting to be churched;and the impatient Joshua asssited...to acompany them to their places "Yo kneel there" You come here! That womans not paid"..."Then she describes the christenings.....more mayhem.
In the back, the author Mrs gaskell describes where she got the info from about the characters.& incidents...she just altered names and places a bit...also gives a good description of the cathedral.
In the previous paragraph just noticed "..all ceremonies of this kind were performed in shoals, not singly"..rich & poor together...
Im sure that the archivist Mr Hunwick wwould be able to tell you how much it cost.maybe your folk waited till they could afford it.....
Nice to meet you too.
Jed
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Marianne on Thursday 30 March 06 12:06 BST (UK): Missed this one. Please could you e-mail me re future meets, Marianne
Moderator comment - in order to avoid spamming and other abuse, please do not post e-mail addresses on the open boards. Thank you!
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Berlin-Bob on Thursday 30 March 06 12:32 BST (UK): Hi Marianne,

as a rule we don't send e-mails for events, but they are entered in the event calendar.

- click on Home
- at the bottom of the page you will see Upcoming Calender.
Events within the next few days will appear here.
- click on the icon on the left (under Up... )
- this will take you to the calender where you can check out in advance
which events are happening

Hope this helps,
Bob
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Marianne on Thursday 30 March 06 12:34 BST (UK): My local library will not let us access your site. Marianne
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: bearkat on Thursday 30 March 06 12:59 BST (UK): I think some libraries prevent access to "chat" sites to protect children using the computers.
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: uk2003 on Thursday 30 March 06 18:30 BST (UK): I know this day out seems lightyears ago but some of you might find these pictures of interest after visiting the cathedral.

They were taken in 1940 & 1941 and show the damage caused to the Regimental Chapel at the back of the Cathedral.

Note to Moderators
Permission by the Manchester Archives and Local Studies was sort and granted first before I placed them here, so we have no copyright issues in displaying them. e-mail available if required

A couple more can be found on the archives website http://www.images.manchester.gov.uk

Regards
Ken
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: sarah on Thursday 30 March 06 20:25 BST (UK): Sorry you missed our meet Marianne :'(

Ken the Photo's are very interesting, it shows just how extensive the damage was. If I remember right, Manchester Cathedral was the most damaged Cathedral after Coventry. Thank you for seeking permission.

Although the meet was a couple of weeks ago I have since managed to purchase a copy of the "Manchester Man" which is a book based on Manchester in the 1850's and details everyday life. Extracts of the book were highlighted at the meet and this gave us an insight into a "typical Wedding day"

Sarah :)

Sarah ;D
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Headbanger Veron on Thursday 30 March 06 22:32 BST (UK): OOOOH I'm so envious! Next time can you plan it a really REALLY long time in advance, to give me time to save up for a really REALLY long time, then I might actually make it!

What cracking pictures and how normal you all look....... nothing like your crests at all.... ;) ;)

And that big wheel looks so coooool!!

Veron ;D ;D
Title: Re: **Rootschat Meet No 3 - 11th March 2006, Manchester
Post by: Keith Bateman on Thursday 30 March 06 23:31 BST (UK): Quote from: Headbanger Veron on Thursday 30 March 06 22:32 BST (UK)
What cracking pictures and how normal you all look....... nothing like your crests at all.... ;) ;)
Veron ;D ;D

Just shows you - pictures can lie!! :o :o

Cheers

Keith

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