Northern Meet 4

RagingKileak · 03-10-2012, 12:47 PM

Ladies, Gents,

In Yorkshire, it's a well known fact that for just a few short months each year, the honest, humble folk that live here experience what the rest of the world so often takes for granted.... A phenomenon known as 'sunshine.'

Sometimes, in celebration of this rare gift, a number of us will congregate in the same place and engage in some sort of social event known as a 'Northern Meet.'

So far, there have been 3 of these Northern Meets and each one has been very well organised, attended by many and notable for its warmth and welcome. We've had some fantastic drives, seen some amazing places and enjoyed more than a few delicious curries, pub lunches and the odd beer along the way!

This years Northern Meet (NM4) is expected to be the best yet. Gav and I are hoping for a huge turnout both from regular and local members and also those who come from further afield.

So, heres a QUICK overview of what is in store this year, just to whet your appetite!

Location
NM4 will be hosted almost exclusively in the North Yorkshire Moors, with a base at Scotch Corner and drives across some of the most beautiful scenery this country has to offer.

There will be two drives, with a 'main' trip out taking place on Saturday and lasting several hours and then a more relaxed drive on Sunday for those who want to stick around.

Included in the 'main' Saturday drive will be a run over the famous Buttertubs Pass - a road which Jeremy Clarkson rates amongst his favourite all-time places to drive.

Accomodation, Food and Drink
As always, a hotel will be chosen for the event which will run from Friday to Sunday, with a special rate agreed for those in attendance. We'll be keeping things informal on the Friday night, with a scouting trip into Carlton being quite likely followed by beer or two and whatever fayre takes our fancy.

On Saturday, we're hoping to treat you guys to a really good curry and probably quite a few beers due to the fact that the driving on Sunday will be much less taxing!

On Sunday, a few of us are likely to hang around for a short drive out to grab a quick lunch and say our goodbyes. This bit is totally optional and we fully understand if members from further afield want to head home early!!

The Dates
So, the purpose of this thread is NOT actually to tell you how awesome the Northern Meet is going to be (although it should have done that too) but in fact, we'd like to give you a choice about which weekend we should hold the event.

So, you have two choices, which are either:

The weekend of 15, 16 and 17th June or the following weekend which is 22, 23 and 24th June.

As you probably know, one of these weekends includes Fathers Day on the Sunday, so what better way to celebrate the day than by doing something you actually want to do?

OR, if you're one of those guys who just HAS to please the missus and kids by actually being at home on Fathers Day, then why not choose the other option?

Either way, we're going to use this opportunity to see what date is best and get this thing organised. I hope to see lots of votes, lots of comments and lots of faces there on the day when this event goes ahead!

For avoidance of doubt, your WAGS are WELCOME to come along and both Gav and I will be in attendance with our better halves. You can come for the Saturday only, or for any other combination of days/nights over the weekend - so don't feel you need to book the whole thing. Just let us know when it comes to booking!!

Thanks all,

Regards
Matt and Gav

rogerxp · 03-10-2012, 12:50 PM

Either for me mate.

Likely Saturday only. Haven't voted, should I, will it let me vote twice or do you need to add that option.

RagingKileak · 03-10-2012, 12:54 PM

Thanks Rog,

Will be a good event this year I think!

Matt

rogerxp · 03-10-2012, 12:59 PM

...'cause I'll be there popping my cherry

TMP · 03-10-2012, 01:04 PM

These are brill days out and remind you why you have a drivers car!

We 15/16 Matt as per my Pm. Voted as well and looks like its the fav date so far

RagingKileak · 03-10-2012, 01:10 PM

Thanks Tim!

Hope it works out for you - I am pretty easy about either day, so hoping for a massive amount of votes for options 1 and 3 (in which case we will go with option 1 of course.)

Thanks
Matt

Steve A · 03-10-2012, 01:25 PM

Cant do fathers day as im away with the family (booked and paid for) so itll have to be 22/23/24

RagingKileak · 03-10-2012, 05:54 PM

Cheers Steve, keep the votes coming ladies and gents!

Matt

zltm089 · 03-11-2012, 09:37 AM

sounds good!.... thats near middlesbrorough! .....about 5 hours drive for me!...

MEGA · 03-11-2012, 11:49 AM

Hmmm.... 231 miles to the base camp so to speak...

Do I, don't I.. Hmm...

MEGA · 03-11-2012, 11:50 AM

ps has to be 22nd-24th for me: But as I'm only about 40% right now, don't worry about that too much ..

rogerxp · 03-11-2012, 12:06 PM

Come on Dave, in your new uber-cruiser, you'll get there on vapours

Pick-up Kev on-route

RagingKileak · 03-11-2012, 12:28 PM

Here is how I see it:

90% of the cost in attending any meet is the hotel, food, drink and cost of the fuel on the main drive. Your commute to/from will hardly change that, so think of this as any other meet - just requiring of a little more planning.

Let's not forget that we've not had a meet for ages AND the Northern Meets have all been fantastic so far - should set up the 2012 E90Post calendar nicely.

Sales pitch = done.

Matt

Lady_G · 03-11-2012, 01:18 PM

It sounds like a really fun day out - especially as being a WAG, I am permitted to join in the festivities.

I have only been on the Cotswolds meet so far, and that turned out to be a brilliant day out.

pjs · 03-11-2012, 01:18 PM

In for the 22/23/24

50/50 for 15/16/17

Great roads, with light traffic, will be decent.

RockIt · 03-11-2012, 02:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lady_G

It sounds like a really fun day out - especially as being a WAG, I am permitted to join in the festivities.

I have only been on the Cotswolds meet so far, and that turned out to be a brilliant day out.

Welcome Jen!

Lady_G · 03-11-2012, 02:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RockIt

Welcome Jen!

Hey Gav!!

really looking forward to the meet you and Matt are planning! Lets hope it is a day like today too!!

RockIt · 03-11-2012, 02:31 PM

As Matt has stated, previous Northern Meets have been excellent and we are are really looking forward to this one, which has the potential to be a superb weekend. Get your votes and get it in the diary!

dxb335d · 03-11-2012, 02:50 PM

Can't make the 23/24th unfortunately.

Halpin13 · 03-11-2012, 05:56 PM

Looking forward to my first meet, any date is great with me. I think I'll only be there for the Saturday blast, but could change.

Laney · 03-12-2012, 05:40 AM

What time does the drive start on the saturday?

RagingKileak · 03-12-2012, 07:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Laney

What time does the drive start on the saturday?

It will more than likely be about 11am mate.

Matt

View Poll Results: Which weekend should Northern Meet 4 be held?
Weekend of June 15/16/17	4	20.00%
Weekend of June 22/23/24	6	30.00%
Either above weekends	10	50.00%
Voters: 20. You may not vote on this poll

03-10-2012, 12:47 PM	#1
RagingKileak Brigadier General 206 Rep 4,655 Posts Drives: M3 CS Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Yorkshire iTrader: (2)	Northern Meet 4 - Pick Your Date!! Ladies, Gents, In Yorkshire, it's a well known fact that for just a few short months each year, the honest, humble folk that live here experience what the rest of the world so often takes for granted.... A phenomenon known as 'sunshine.' Sometimes, in celebration of this rare gift, a number of us will congregate in the same place and engage in some sort of social event known as a 'Northern Meet.' So far, there have been 3 of these Northern Meets and each one has been very well organised, attended by many and notable for its warmth and welcome. We've had some fantastic drives, seen some amazing places and enjoyed more than a few delicious curries, pub lunches and the odd beer along the way! This years Northern Meet (NM4) is expected to be the best yet. Gav and I are hoping for a huge turnout both from regular and local members and also those who come from further afield. So, heres a QUICK overview of what is in store this year, just to whet your appetite! Location NM4 will be hosted almost exclusively in the North Yorkshire Moors, with a base at Scotch Corner and drives across some of the most beautiful scenery this country has to offer. There will be two drives, with a 'main' trip out taking place on Saturday and lasting several hours and then a more relaxed drive on Sunday for those who want to stick around. Included in the 'main' Saturday drive will be a run over the famous Buttertubs Pass - a road which Jeremy Clarkson rates amongst his favourite all-time places to drive. Accomodation, Food and Drink As always, a hotel will be chosen for the event which will run from Friday to Sunday, with a special rate agreed for those in attendance. We'll be keeping things informal on the Friday night, with a scouting trip into Carlton being quite likely followed by beer or two and whatever fayre takes our fancy. On Saturday, we're hoping to treat you guys to a really good curry and probably quite a few beers due to the fact that the driving on Sunday will be much less taxing! On Sunday, a few of us are likely to hang around for a short drive out to grab a quick lunch and say our goodbyes. This bit is totally optional and we fully understand if members from further afield want to head home early!! The Dates So, the purpose of this thread is NOT actually to tell you how awesome the Northern Meet is going to be (although it should have done that too) but in fact, we'd like to give you a choice about which weekend we should hold the event. So, you have two choices, which are either: The weekend of 15, 16 and 17th June or the following weekend which is 22, 23 and 24th June. As you probably know, one of these weekends includes Fathers Day on the Sunday, so what better way to celebrate the day than by doing something you actually want to do? OR, if you're one of those guys who just HAS to please the missus and kids by actually being at home on Fathers Day, then why not choose the other option? Either way, we're going to use this opportunity to see what date is best and get this thing organised. I hope to see lots of votes, lots of comments and lots of faces there on the day when this event goes ahead! For avoidance of doubt, your WAGS are WELCOME to come along and both Gav and I will be in attendance with our better halves. You can come for the Saturday only, or for any other combination of days/nights over the weekend - so don't feel you need to book the whole thing. Just let us know when it comes to booking!! Thanks all, Regards Matt and Gav
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rogerxp Major General 187 Rep 5,950 Posts Drives: M3 Comp Pack / QQ+2 Tekna Join Date: May 2008 Location: Stockport, Cheshire iTrader: (1) Garage List 2008 350Z GT Roadster [2.00] 2004 Honda S2000 [0.00] 2005 Nissan 350Z GT ... [0.00] 2006 E92 BMW 335i SE [9.00] 2003 Maserati 4200 [6.00] 2006 E90 330d M Sport [0.00]	Either for me mate. Likely Saturday only. Haven't voted, should I, will it let me vote twice or do you need to add that option. __________________ Current -: MW E92 M3 Competition Pack / Qashqai+2 Tekna 1.6dci Gone -: 370Z GT Roadster; BMW X3 3.0d xdrive M Sport; E46 330i M Sport Coupe; Mazda RX8 231; Nissan 350Z GT Roadster; BMW E90 330d M Sport; BMW E92 335i SE; Maserati 4200; Nissan 350Z; Honda S2000; Astra Coupe Turbo; Ford Probe
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RagingKileak Brigadier General 206 Rep 4,655 Posts Drives: M3 CS Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Yorkshire iTrader: (2)	Thanks Rog, Will be a good event this year I think! Matt
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TMP Brigadier General 363 Rep 3,022 Posts Drives: M6 Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Cheshire iTrader: (0)	These are brill days out and remind you why you have a drivers car! We 15/16 Matt as per my Pm. Voted as well and looks like its the fav date so far __________________ M2 Arrived! Family 5er
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RagingKileak Brigadier General 206 Rep 4,655 Posts Drives: M3 CS Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Yorkshire iTrader: (2)	Thanks Tim! Hope it works out for you - I am pretty easy about either day, so hoping for a massive amount of votes for options 1 and 3 (in which case we will go with option 1 of course.) Thanks Matt
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RagingKileak Brigadier General 206 Rep 4,655 Posts Drives: M3 CS Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Yorkshire iTrader: (2)	Cheers Steve, keep the votes coming ladies and gents! Matt
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03-11-2012, 09:37 AM	#9
zltm089 Banned 267 Rep 7,686 Posts Drives: 335i SE Coupe Space Grey Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: LONDON iTrader: (0) Garage List 2006 BMW 335i [10.00]	sounds good!.... thats near middlesbrorough! .....about 5 hours drive for me!...
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MEGA Dieseasal 213 Rep 6,881 Posts Drives: LCI E92 335d M-Sport Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Harrow, London iTrader: (2)	Hmmm.... 231 miles to the base camp so to speak... Do I, don't I.. Hmm... __________________ Previously: 2003 Peugeot 206 1.6 8v \| 2006 E90 320d M-Sport, 19" BBS CH, Full Ice-cold JL audio install, August 2010 Total BMW 6 page feature car. \| 2003 Nissan 350Z GT Coupe 286BHP Now:2010 E92 LCI 335d M-Sport
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MEGA Dieseasal 213 Rep 6,881 Posts Drives: LCI E92 335d M-Sport Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Harrow, London iTrader: (2)	ps has to be 22nd-24th for me: But as I'm only about 40% right now, don't worry about that too much .. __________________ Previously: 2003 Peugeot 206 1.6 8v \| 2006 E90 320d M-Sport, 19" BBS CH, Full Ice-cold JL audio install, August 2010 Total BMW 6 page feature car. \| 2003 Nissan 350Z GT Coupe 286BHP Now:2010 E92 LCI 335d M-Sport
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RagingKileak Brigadier General 206 Rep 4,655 Posts Drives: M3 CS Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Yorkshire iTrader: (2)	Here is how I see it: 90% of the cost in attending any meet is the hotel, food, drink and cost of the fuel on the main drive. Your commute to/from will hardly change that, so think of this as any other meet - just requiring of a little more planning. Let's not forget that we've not had a meet for ages AND the Northern Meets have all been fantastic so far - should set up the 2012 E90Post calendar nicely. Sales pitch = done. Matt
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Lady_G New Member 0 Rep 8 Posts Drives: Matty's 335i & Fiesta 1.4tdci Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: West Yorkshire iTrader: (0)	It sounds like a really fun day out - especially as being a WAG, I am permitted to join in the festivities. I have only been on the Cotswolds meet so far, and that turned out to be a brilliant day out.
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03-11-2012, 01:18 PM	#15
pjs Colonel 288 Rep 2,774 Posts Drives: i8 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: NORTH iTrader: (1)	In for the 22/23/24 50/50 for 15/16/17 Great roads, with light traffic, will be decent.
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Halpin13 Michael Halpin 36 Rep 356 Posts Drives: On the hunt Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: North East iTrader: (1) Garage List 2005 E90 320i [0.00]	Looking forward to my first meet, any date is great with me. I think I'll only be there for the Saturday blast, but could change. __________________ PSN - MHalpin13
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