Bit of a mega one this week, so grab a drink and settle in... there are some actions required, so please try and read through everything and do them.

So, obviously we have Kimpton coming up this weekend, see the Kimpton email for more info, hopefully you're all sorted now for transport

Then on 13th July, we have Hammersmith day of dance. Our first spot will be at 1030 at the Swan outside Hammersmith tube station. More info and meeting times next week. I think there are some kit returns/transfers to do for that, so please make sure that these happen on Monday. Is there anyone that will be short of kit for that day?  

And then a crawl on 18th July - if you are a maybe for this, could you look to confirm please?

So.. Camping info, I've updated the spreadsheet as best I can with info, if you are camping please look at this and let me know things like tent size and car reg if you are going to be driving. I think there are quite a few people who aren't listed as camping, as you didn't tell me about it before. I know some people aren't around all week, but seeing as there are only 2 people that definitely know this I've just left everyone as there for the whole week.

For Beck Hole on the Wednesday we'll need to figure out a way to get there as we can't get there by public transport, but we should definitely go. For those that haven't been, various sword teams gather at an old school pub and take turns to dance out the front of it. It's a lot of fun, and some silliness is bound to ensue.. Pretty much a great rapper piss-up outside a pub on the moors (there is also a sweet shop). [I may write a better description some other time.]

So, most importantly - travel!🚂

Martin and I have booked onto the 1306 Kings Cross to York, the taking the 1547 York to Scarborough. This is the cheapest train available at the moment on the day (we also went 1st class to York as it was only a little more than the standard fare, and certainly a lot less than standard fares at other times on Friday 17th). We aren't coming straight back to London, but looking at the trains for the Saturday, it isn't quite as straightforward to come home as there are no trains going to Kings Cross, so you will need to go via Sheffield to St Pancras which will take an hour or two longer than usual. There are various options, but what works out cheaper will depend on your outward journey requirements. We're both happy to help anyone with getting a good deal if you need it though!

There is also a Whitby bus ticket which may be a good option (we can explain how to get it) - the Super Off Peak Return is simple if you want to buy and not worry about details too much, but it is £85 with railcard - better deals available if you are able to pin times down a bit more.

We've received the invoice for partner tickets, Emma should be in touch about this soon..

We don't yet have timings for everything yet but in theory dancing may be done around 4 on the Sunday, but I'd rather not commit an end time for you all just yet just in case. if you want to take a look at trains though, especially for going up, please do. Hopefully we'll have more info soon and can coordinate this a bit better.

Otherwise, 7th July - London Folk Festival, would be good to confirm/decline this asap. The info I had from Graham, was that he was thinking spots during a session in the bar and in the main hall between acts - he thought the latter would work well in the evening concert. So if the time of day affects your decision please consider this. 

I imagine Sue would also really like an answer on the Pearfield Road street party on 8th September, so could you please look at this as well. If you are a one or the other, please state your preference. If we don't have a team, Sue will need to find another one.

There are plenty of other things on there for the Autumn, so feel free to sign up to those too!

https://docs.google.com/document/d/11XHQc6j0g7HQto7rhOs6k0bfkw-XmFb8jmCeRa48IRI/edit  

Finally in terms of those who don't have certain items of kit, I believe Clare does not have a petticoat and sash, Fliss doesn't have a petticoat, and nor does Hannorah (and may also have just lost sash...). Is there anyone else who is missing kit?

Have a congratulatory biscuit for reaching the end!

Thanks,

Hannah