Trip to Ilford Mobberley factory on 2nd June 06

[gr82bart]

That's a shame Art, I for one was looking forward to meeting you.

Same here. I really pushed to be there this week, but in the end it didn't make business sense. I see the UK Autumn gathering is being planned, so there might be a chance that I could link up then (if the stars and planets align and the sacrificed virgin was worthy enough - LOL).

Regards, Art.

 

[Leon]

Hey Leon,

Just a reminder that I am out. I had to reschedule my trip to the w/o June 19, so I can't make this Friday.

Regards, Art.

Man am I rubbish at this job !

Leon,
frankb,
dave miller,
bobf,
brac,
ole,
phill dresser,
pentax user,
ben taylor,
markbb,
lee turner,
Schlapp
AndyBax
Donald Stewart
LAMitchell
Alan Johnson
mikeg
Simon E
Petzi
Blighty
eubielicious
Matt5791

 

[FrankB]

Er no, actually, you're not!

 

[gr82bart]

Man am I rubbish at this job !

Take my word for it, that a coordinator's job can be thankless at times. You are doing a great job.

Thanks for organizing this.

Regards, Art.

 

[markbb]

can't make it - my 14 yr old son has gone missing.

 

[Simon R Galley]

Hi Leon,

Looking forward to meeting you all Friday

23 is the final number ? I have to order the buns...

Simon.

 

[Leon]

Mark - that's dreadfull - hope it all works out ok.

Simon, it looks like 21 is the final number. Names/ Aliases as follows:


Leon,
frankb,
dave miller,
bobf,
brac,
ole,
phill dresser,
pentax user,
ben taylor,
lee turner,
Schlapp
AndyBax
Donald Stewart
LAMitchell
Alan Johnson
mikeg
Simon E
Petzi
Blighty
eubielicious
Matt5791

Ok, that's it, all closed. I'm really looking forward to it all.

 

[FrankB]

Mark,

My thoughts will be with you. All the best, mate, and I hope it ends well.

Best regards,

Frank

 

[Dave Miller]

Mark,

My thoughts will be with you. All the best, mate, and I hope it ends well.

Best regards,

Frank

Mine too.

 

[Ole]

can't make it - my 14 yr old son has gone missing.

I hope everything turns out right, Mark!!!

 

[Ole]

And now for a stupid question: Is there a place near Mobberley where I can pick up a few (dozen) rolls of 120 FP4+?

 

[Simon E]

And now for a stupid question: Is there a place near Mobberley where I can pick up a few (dozen) rolls of 120 FP4+?

I wonder if Ilford have an on-site sales desk? That could be rather tempting!

Otherwise it might be easier to order them from Mathers (http://www.mathersoflancashire.co.uk), who I've found very reliable and will deliver next day in the UK.

Simon.

 

[markbb]

I hope everything turns out right, Mark!!!

Thanks. He's been found - 150 miles away. The collective detective skills of a dozen 14 year-olds, the internet & SMS tracked him down. (they did better than the old bill).
Once he's home me & his mum can finally relax & maybe even get some sleep.

 

[philldresser]

I wonder if Ilford have an on-site sales desk? That could be rather tempting!
Simon.

Note to self: DO NOT BRING CREDIT CARD .

Phill

 

[Bob F.]

Thanks. He's been found - 150 miles away. The collective detective skills of a dozen 14 year-olds, the internet & SMS tracked him down. (they did better than the old bill).
Once he's home me & his mum can finally relax & maybe even get some sleep.

Glad it ended safely!

 

[Matt5791]

Just in case anyone gets stuck at a rail station or needs a lift, or whatever, my mobile number is:

07836 718687

I will be driving from Birmingham to Mobberley tomorrow (Friday) morning.

Matt.

 

[Ben Taylor]

I'm really looking forward to tomorrow, it sounds like it'll be a very interesting day.

I think it was mentioned somewhere before, but I believe I'm not the only person staying at the Travelodge at Knutsford/M6 tonight. I'll probably stop off at the littlechef next door for breakfast, before setting off to Mobberley, if anyone would like to join me (I'll be the tall one, with long hair, looking exhausted from the late drive in tonight )

Ben.

 

[Matt5791]

Ben, is this actually at the knutsford services or in Knutsford itself? as I may stop off for some breakfast myself.

Matt

 

[Leon]

I'm really looking forward to tomorrow, it sounds like it'll be a very interesting day.

I think it was mentioned somewhere before, but I believe I'm not the only person staying at the Travelodge at Knutsford/M6 tonight. I'll probably stop off at the littlechef next door for breakfast, before setting off to Mobberley, if anyone would like to join me (I'll be the tall one, with long hair, looking exhausted from the late drive in tonight )

Ben.

Ben - Dave Miller and i are staying there tonight so we may see you in the morning

 

[Ole]

Hi Ole,
I found accommodation at
www.virtual-knutsford.co.uk
I hope to get a taxi from Knutsford station. Good luck.

Meet you there, perhaps? I was planning something of the same, taxi from the station or wherever.

I'll be in "The Rose & Crown", as I mentioned earlier.

Before I log off and start packing, my (mobile) phone number is +47 905 00 975

 

[Ben Taylor]

Ben, is this actually at the knutsford services or in Knutsford itself? as I may stop off for some breakfast myself.

Yes, it's at the Knutsford Services, on the M6 between Junction 18 & 19, apparently.

Ben - Dave Miller and i are staying there tonight so we may see you in the morning

OK, might see you there first thing. If not I look forward to meeting you all at the Ilford site.

Ben

 

[bill schwab]

I'm envious of you all as are many here on APUG I am sure . Have a great time. Hoping to hear all about it in the next few days.

Bill

 

[Schlapp]

I know of some nice pubs in a very photogenic area just east of Manc. - in Saddleworth, if anyone fancies a few moments unwinding after a hard day at Mobberly

 

[titrisol]

Good luck and have fun....

PS Expecting a report in full color

 

[eubielicious]

Good luck and have fun....

PS Expecting a report in full color

Well, I went, I saw and had a good day all in. The Ilford factory is bigger than you might think, certainly it was quite big when we were walking round. Simon was generous both with his time and there were goodies to share, they fed us too!

There was a lot to see, and the enthusiasm of the team who were showing us round was obvious - these were people who were proud of what they did and seemed to be turning that into a thriving business. Well done to everyone at Ilford for the day.

Euan