National Family History Fair

[Guest]

I've just looked at the calendar and realised that it is now less than six weeks until the National Family History Fair at Gateshead on September 12th.

Fantastic fair attracting exhibitors from as far afield as Cornwall - now who could that be? :) - Shetland and Ireland.

Oh, and us of course :D

Well worth a visit.

Graham

[Guest]

'Ere, trespassing on Bo's patch is an offence which incurs a fine! You owe me a cup of coffee, okay?|laugh1|

The Gateshead fair is a super event, well organised, plenty of parking, etc., and I hope to see lots of B-G members there.

I'll do even better and buy Frank one as well :D

Graham

[Guest]

Will your stand be in the usual place, Graham?

I believe so.

Graham

[Genealogy Printers]

Trespassing, he'll get where water won't get will Graham LOL.

His stall is on the opposite end of the row from ours, we both have our usual spots.

[Guest]

Trespassing, he'll get where water won't get will Graham LOL.

His stall is on the opposite end of the row from ours, we both have our usual spots.

That means that, when you look at the row, Ron will be on the Right side. We will be on the Correct side :D:D

Graham

[Karrie Cutlets]

Jo & I will be there too.. come over & see us at our stall... One Stop Genealogy....


Karen

[Jane Gee]

Sadly I think it might be too far for me so will probably have to wait until a bit near to home still managed to get to Worcester yesterday.
Jane

[Jane Gee]

Jo & I will be there too.. come over & see us at our stall... One Stop Genealogy....


Karen

Hi Karen
Did stop at your stall didnt realise!
Best Wishes
Jane

[Karrie Cutlets]

Jo & I will be there on our 'One Stop Genealogy' stand. Pop over and see us.


Karen

[Astoria]

There certainly looks to be something for everyone and some interesting talks too, I think I might just be tempted :)

[Guest]

Just got back home yesterday after a holiday and it will be straight into preparing for the fair. Hopefully I've got most things in place.

(someone called) Graham (with Jigrah Resources) |angel|

[Colin Rowledge]

There is a huge line up of 105 exhibitors for this event and amongst them are

Brit-Gen with Bo Peep & the Daft Bat
Family & Local History Handbook with Liz & Bob
Genealogy Printers with Ron and Carol
One Stop Genealogy with Karen & Jo
Parish Chest with Frank & Pam

and someone called Graham with Jigrah Resources.|biggrin|

Don't forget, The National Family History Fair, Gateshead International Stadium, Saturday 12th. September, 10.00am - 4.30pm. Tickets cost just £4.00.

Hi Bo.

It might just cost 4 quid to get in but the fare from Canada is bloody awful

Maybe some time in the future if 'my ship comes in'

[Peter Goodey]

Such a long thread and nobody has thought to wonder why a provincial show bears the title "National".

[Guest]

Such a long thread and nobody has thought to wonder why a provincial show bears the title "National".

Why should anyone wonder? National doesn't have to imply London.

In terms of coverage compared to other shows - exhibitors from as far and wide as the south coast of England to the north of Scotland - it probably has deserved that title all through its history.

Graham

[sueannbowen]

They get exhibitors from Ireland and Cornwall too.

Well in that case Bo, it is practically INTERnational!

|jumphappy

Sue

[Guest]

They get exhibitors from Ireland and Cornwall too.

Cornwall too Pam? Ain't that on the south coast of England then? :D:D

Graham

[Genealogy Printers]

Not only does the fair attract stall holders from all over the UK but with the exception of the W.D.Y.T.Y.A. fair held in London it's probably the 2nd largest fair held anywhere in the country as regards the amount of visitors and stall holders, I certainly would not call it a provincial fair.

[Colin Rowledge]

Just start rowing, Colin, but you will have to paddle really quickly!|biggrin|

Thanks for the advice/suggestion - however - "My Get Up and Go" has suddenly
"GOT UP AND GONE"

Don't suppose any one else has any other 'helpful' suggestions

Colin

[Guest]

Just one week to go! Do please come along and meet the Daft Bat. It is an experience that is not to be missed!|biggrin|

Having met Jan at York I can confirm that :D

Still to sort out everything for next weekend but put my BG badge on my shirt collar this morning so the important job is done :)

Graham

[Genealogy Printers]

That Graham will scrounge anything, where's my GB badge then, there'd better be one waiting for me at Gateshead.

[Jan1954]

That Graham will scrounge anything, where's my GB badge then, there'd better be one waiting for me at Gateshead.
Ron, I shall pin it on you personally. With my new glasses, I should be able to see where I am pinning it, so your life will not be in danger. :D

[Guest]

That Graham will scrounge anything, where's my GB badge then, there'd better be one waiting for me at Gateshead.

Scrounge????!!!!???? It was personally presented to me by Jan & Pam, showing their good taste as always :D|biggrin|

Graham|angel|

[Jane Gee]

Hi all
I can see you are all gearing up for a fab time I am going in the opposite direction to the national archives.
Have a lovely day, I'll get my badge one day!
Jane:D

[Jan1954]

I have had the pleasure of talking with you Jan. What can I say? Instead of writing 'charming, witty, entertaining and informative', just write 'Jan'. Your name should be accepted into the OED as a 'cover all' adjective. ;)Thank you - I think.... :o

Mind you, flattery will get you nowhere.... but doughnuts will! :D

Any chance of seeing you at Gateshead, Finbar?

[fudgecake]

looking forward to Gateshead FHF...off work sick today and feeling miserable, |sad1|but now i have had a read through the Brit-Gen baords I am cheered no end and cant wait til saturday x see u there |grouphug|

[Jan1954]

Just four more sleeps to go! |snore| |snore| |snore| |snore|

(Hope you are feeling better very soon, Jo)

[Guest]

Just burning some more CD stock for Saturday - cos good old Pam & Frank keep selling them through Parish Chest :D

Don't forget that our offer of Free Customer Training (introduced at York in June) will be available to Gateshead too |laugh1|

Graham

[Guest]

That would be how to spend lots of money then Graham ......???

Naturally :D



I'm sorry, I will not be there to take part:)

May I recommend Parish Chest |jumphappy

Graham

[Jan1954]

Ooh! Now it is just three sleeps to go! |snore| |snore| |snore|

[Guest]

Have a good journey Pam and Frank. See you on Saturday.

Graham

[Guest]

I certainly will drive carefully, Graham. Frank will be navigating!:eek:
Bound to be safe then :)


To make it less of a rush, we are driving to Gateshead on Thursday, returning home on Sunday, so it will be a long weekend away for us. No digging for four days - such a hardship!:)
Now no hitting the Bigg Market at night - you both need to be sober on Saturday :)

Graham

[Guest]

The what market?:confused:

The Bigg Market is a street in Newcastle which is now the centre of Newcastle night life. See Here (http://www.pierfrancescocelada.com/bm/biggmarket.html).

It is also where Balmbra's Music Hall (now a pub), which was immortalised in The Blaydon Races, is located.

Graham

[Guest]

Um! I do not think that is quite my scene, Graham.:)

I didn't think so - better keep an eye on Frank though |jumphappy

Graham

[Astoria]

As long as no baby seals are involved, I'm up for it Graham :D

[Astoria]

Finbar, I am only an understudy to the real Red Rose experts on the forum, but I am am happy to fly the flag, and wear my BG badge of course.

[Jan1954]

Ooh! 'Tis the day after tomorrow!!!! |woohoo|

I shall be heading in a Northerly direction tomorrow, ready to help Pam and Frank set up the stands in the afternoon.

I am looking forward to meeting as many of you who can make it on Saturday. Stop by to pick up your Brit-Gen badge! :D

[Jan1954]

Okay! I promise that you will not have to risk life and limb to receive your Brit-Gen badge. I have new glasses and so I can see.

Your ears might take a bit of a hammering though...... :o

Do not forget to turn up to the National Family History Fair on Saturday!

[Astoria]

I have my tain ticket, a new flask and some cotton wool, looks like I'm ready to role :D

[Astoria]

Whoops :o sorry about the spelling chaps, it must be all the excitement :D

[Browneyes]

What exactly is in the flask I wonder.... :D

[Jan1954]

What exactly is in the flask I wonder.... :D
Fret not, Browneyes. If there are any nefarious substances in the vicinity on Saturday, "Scoop Bat, Cub Reporter" will post details. ;)

[Browneyes]

and who will confiscate the evidence?

[Astoria]

I am listening you know |wave|

[Jan1954]

and who will confiscate the evidence?I am sure that a home can be found...... ;)


I am listening you know |wave|Who said that? :D

[Browneyes]

Dunno Jan, bit scary though...reckon we should make a run for it...

[Jan1954]

Well, I am off to my bed - early start tomorrow. Actually, I am having a lie-in to my usual work-day rising time! :D

So, hopefully I will be able to pop back tomorrow and report on how the Parish Chest and Brit-Gen stands are looking.

See you there on Saturday!

[Astoria]

Astoria. Brownie training. Be Prepared. Bottle opener and corkscrew also. ;)

Never leave home without them Fin, got caught out once, though I now know that a sturdy belt buckle will open most beer bottles.

Dib dib dib, and all that, I have a piece of string, 4d for the phone, a clean hanky (printed with the Tufty Code) and a safety pin.

Have I forgotten anything?

[Guest]

Well, when we hear the rattle we'll know who is coming :D

Graham
|angel| in the north :)

[Jan1954]

Hang on to that sunshine, Bo! I am about to be on my way! :D

[Guest]

We are now 'up north' too! Uneventful drive and sunshine all the way.

Glad you arrived OK.


Hang on to that sunshine, Bo! I am about to be on my way! :D

Have a safe journey Jan.

According to local radio the weather forecast for both today and the weekend is great. Just right for attending the fair :)

Graham

[Genealogy Printers]

We are now 'up north' too! Uneventful drive and sunshine all the way.

Well it's a nice sunny start to the day in Wolverampton and we'll be starting out for Gateshead in a few hours time, we'll be setting up our stall later today so probably see you this afternoon Bo.

[Astoria]

Are you all set up now, ready for my visit :)

[Guest]

Are you all set up now, ready for my visit :)

Car is packed. Unlike them stop-a-beds we will be getting up at 5:30am tomorrow to make the marathon journey to Gateshead and set up in time :)

Graham

[Karrie Cutlets]

Jo & I are in our hotel room in Newcastle & a little tipsy lol.. looking forward to the fair tomorrow.. should be sober by then!!!|5cups|

[Jan1954]

"Scoop Bat, Cub Reporter" will be posting updates as and when she can tomorrow.

I hope that as many members as possible come along and identify themselves to us. I am really looking forward to the event. :D

Only one more sleep! |snore|

[Ladkyis]

~sigh~

Now I am feeling a tiny bit jealous -- but wait, tomorrow we build our chicken house and on 3rd October we get our three hens! they are ex battery hens so not jealous now, sorry.

[Barbara Wilkinson]

I hope you all have a wonderful time - wish I could be there ...!!:)

[Colin Rowledge]

Me too!! Can't walk on water, couldn't paddle fast enough aAnd as noted earlier. "the air fare is bloody awful";

[Colin Rowledge]

I thought you Canucks were dab hands with a canoe?
Need a better excuse than that for not attending, Colin! :D

I paddled here from 'limey-land' 46 years ago and still haven't recovered;)

[Jan1954]

Ooh! Ooh! Ooh! Today is the day!

See you there! :D

[Jan1954]

Crikey! I have not stopped talking since the doors opened at 10am!

Astoria is here, so is Guy Etchells and I have had a hug from my (sensible) cousin Aubrey! :D

All of the people are so friendly, so if possible, please come along and say hello!

Will report in later...... I hope!

[Browneyes]

Wishing you a wonderful day, hoping to see lots of new members on here soon and Scoop Bat....looking forward to reading updates...one day maybe I'll actually be able to attend and then show off a Bo-pinned or Bat-pinned badge.

Lost the internet last night...very scary!!!

[Jan1954]

Wow! It has been a fantastic day and people are still coming in!

The voice is holding out - just! But the ol' dogs are barking!

See you all later.

[Jan1954]

Things are gradually beginning to slow down. James Corps dropped by (he whose grandparents' grave my great, great aunt is in) as did The Blue Pearl (Claire). Both received their badges.

So, this is "Scoop Bat, Cub Reporter" signing off and will meet you in her alter-ego later.

[Jane Gee]

Hi Jan
I thought about you on and off whilst I was at my research in London hope you had a great day by the sounds you certainly did.
Best Wishes
Jane

[Guest]

Arrived back home from the marathon Gateshead trip just after 6pm (after traditional fair day visit to the local chippy).

Nice to see Pam, Frank, Jan and others from Brit-Gen and nice to be able to record another successful National Family History fair.

Graham

[Jan1954]

Well, I am sitting in my hotel room with my feet up at last.

It has been a truly wonderful day and I have met so many really nice people. Some seemed a little wary of calling me a daft bat - until Pam put them right..... :D

Tomorrow, I shall be wending my way in a southerly direction to rest my wings before flitting off to The Glamorgan Family History Society Open Day in Cardiff on 3rd October.

I think that I shall sleep well tonight..... |snore|

[Jane Gee]

As my Dad used to say Good Night God Bless
Jane

[Astoria]

Well I am home, after another super fair.

I managed to get there and back without getting lost, which always amazes my family.

I met a new B-G friend, James Corps, which was great - I love to put faces to names. |wave|

Bought yet more maps, I never can resist. Snook up on Graham and bought a CD, which I will peruse tomorrow (wanted nearly everything on the stand actually, so that's my Christmas list sorted.)

Joe and Karen, (Fudgecake and Karrie Cutletts) looked more glamourous than ever, I knew I should have had my roots done :o

Best find, a postcard, not silly money, of my bigamists ice cream stall in Lytham.

Of course I had a nice chat with the Daft Bat, Bo and Frank, though they were kept very busy for most of the day, I think we can expect a lot of new members over the next week or so.

I have to say that the Parish Chest and B-G stands were very classy, I don't know who sorts out the lighting but it was perfect. ;)

[v.wells]

Me too!! Can't walk on water, couldn't paddle fast enough aAnd as noted earlier. "the air fare is bloody awful";

Me too!

[Karrie Cutlets]

Jo & I finally got home at 7.30pm...7 hours to get back from Gateshead!!

A great show but a long way to go.. but great to see lots of people..

[Colin Rowledge]

We got in just before 7pm, absolutely exhausted. I think that this will be our last visit to Gateshead as I cannot face that drive ever again.

Hi Bo-Peep

After telling me to start saving for next year [so that I can get there], now you say you won't be there!!!

How are we likely to meet?? May I suggest a vacation in Canada?;)

[Genealogy Printers]

We got in just before 7pm, absolutely exhausted. I think that this will be our last visit to Gateshead as I cannot face that drive ever again.

You mean I gotta buy me own sweeties next year.

We got home at 2120 after driving home right after the fair.

[Colin Rowledge]

I would certainly visit Canada if I could, but you do not have family history events, do you?

I may not return to Gateshead, but I shall be at York which is a really super event. I am also attending the 'Who Do You Think You Are' Fair at Olympia in February, and that is a huge event over three days.

Hi
Did a quick Google but couldn't find anything. Maybe some other CANUCKS may know

[James Corps]

This was my firsy attendance to a family history fair, and even then it was only for an hour. I am awfully glad that I did so because I can now put a face to names having visited the B-G/Parish Chest stand.

I am impressed by the friendliness|wave| and enthusiasm:D shown by Jan. Pam and Astoria

Jim a fair newbie

[Dorset Girl]

Did anyone speak to anyone from FMP about the 1911 census coming onto subscription soon (about October)? There was a comment on a genealogy newsgroup that one of the members had a conversation concerning this and before I start saving I wondered if anyone else had heard anything whilst you were there??

[Jan1954]

I think that I talked to everybody else except them! http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/Jan_07/faint.gif