Phoenix of Hamble
Active member
The ECF Laying down supper has now established itself as one of the main ECF event of the year. In previous years, we have been to West Mersea and Bradwell, and it has been a great fun evening, with much merry making. Everyone is very welcome, established participants and partners, kids, newer forumites and friends, and lurkers alike. Its a great chance to socialise, swap a few sea tales, and enjoy yourself.
We've made progress on this years event, so I now need to get a few details confirmed/expressions of interest from you good folks...
The proposed venue is Shotley Point Marina, where we have been offered their private function room, with its own bar and dance area should we want it.
Date is 8th November.
Cost is yet to be finalised, but currently looks like around £17 per head for food and the room. There will be a choice of meal options, so that we can provide a bit of flexibility.
If we decide that we also want a disco/ small band etc, then we would obviously need to share the costs between us, which will therefore depend upon how many want to attend.
Finally, I have spoken to the marina, and for those that wish to come by boat, then they are happy to offer a 'rally rate' for overnight moorings, of £1.85 per metre.
So.... I need to know numbers.... could you please post if you would like to attend, with numbers of crew, and whether you are planning on coming by boat or by road.
Can you also let me know if you think its worthwhile paying a little extra for a disco/band?
I propose that once we have numbers, then i'll confirm the booking, sort out the final menu and costs and request a small deposit from everyone.... nothing too onerous, just perhaps a few quid a head.... I'll try my hardest to keep the costs down as low as possible, appreciating times are a little tougher than in previous years.
We've made progress on this years event, so I now need to get a few details confirmed/expressions of interest from you good folks...
The proposed venue is Shotley Point Marina, where we have been offered their private function room, with its own bar and dance area should we want it.
Date is 8th November.
Cost is yet to be finalised, but currently looks like around £17 per head for food and the room. There will be a choice of meal options, so that we can provide a bit of flexibility.
If we decide that we also want a disco/ small band etc, then we would obviously need to share the costs between us, which will therefore depend upon how many want to attend.
Finally, I have spoken to the marina, and for those that wish to come by boat, then they are happy to offer a 'rally rate' for overnight moorings, of £1.85 per metre.
So.... I need to know numbers.... could you please post if you would like to attend, with numbers of crew, and whether you are planning on coming by boat or by road.
Can you also let me know if you think its worthwhile paying a little extra for a disco/band?
I propose that once we have numbers, then i'll confirm the booking, sort out the final menu and costs and request a small deposit from everyone.... nothing too onerous, just perhaps a few quid a head.... I'll try my hardest to keep the costs down as low as possible, appreciating times are a little tougher than in previous years.
