The Enid Blyton Society

Posted: **23 Jun 2016, 15:05**

Sally H wrote:Hi everyone

having looked at the responses, it looks as if 20 August might be the best common date. I am sorry to change the date, but I want this to be an all inclusive event, as far as we can make it, which gives an opportunity for us all to meet and have an enjoyable day. A boat trip is obviously the favourite option, although only a 40 minute one, and we can easily include a walk along the river as well if the weather is good. Our Find Outer friends used to walk along the Thames in all weathers! It's all about the appropriate clothing!

I suggest I cancel the booking for 2 July at the Chequers in Marlow and advise we may book an alternative date later for lunch in the bar (dog friendly). In the meantime, can we gather a list of interested Forum members who want to attend.

Tony - if you are able to contact Angela Canning and others who are not internet users, it would be great to have them there as well.

I must admit, Sally, I do fancy the Chequers food menu rather more than the Cookham pub. It would be good to take the boat trip but I am always ready for other options and all weathers!

Let's look at the list so far:

Julie 2
Eddie 2
Daisy 2? Hope you can make it
Francis2? Hope you can make it
Lucky Star 1 Hope you can make it
Nigel 2? Hope you can make it
Courtney 1? Hope you can make it
Katherine
Sally 1

Tony?
Anita?
Pippa-Steff?

Posted: **04 Jul 2016, 16:12**

Well, had we stayed with the original date we would have had good weather. As I mentioned before, we stuck to going as we had other plans for the following day. Instead of Marlow or Cookham we ended up visiting Hughenden Manor http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/hughenden" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; - the home of Disraeli - and very interesting it was too.
I'm still not sure if I shall make it in August. Dick Kirrin will be staying with us for 3 nights on his way to Ireland during the previous week and is sorry he won't be able to join us as he is due in Ireland on the 19th. We will see nearer the time whether we can make it or not.

Posted: **04 Jul 2016, 21:00**

I do hope we get to see you in August, Daisy - hopefully it will all work out.

Posted: **08 Jul 2016, 16:11**

Just caught up with Forum posts, and glad you had a good day in Cookham and the surrounding area Daisy.

Off on hol tonight for a week, but hope to look at numbers for 20 August later in July to try and rearrange a great day or us all.

Posted: **08 Jul 2016, 19:23**

Thank you Sally - enjoy your holiday.

Posted: **10 Jul 2016, 19:37**

Every time I see this thread, forumites meet up. My heart screams out to be a part of the meetup, it is such a dream to be able to meet all of you in real life. I just so wish , that one day I could be a part of the Enid Blyton Day.

All of you in England are so lucky, you can easily go.

Posted: **10 Jul 2016, 20:23**

I don't see a problem with the 20th August for me but I wouldn't make it until at least 2pm as I'm working til 12:30 unless I can get cover.

Posted: **11 Jul 2016, 20:48**

zaidi wrote:Every time I see this thread, forumites meet up. My heart screams out to be a part of the meetup, it is such a dream to be able to meet all of you in real life. I just so wish , that one day I could be a part of the Enid Blyton Day. All of you in England are so lucky, you can easily go.

We'd love to see you Zaidi - maybe one day your wish will come true.

Posted: **11 Jul 2016, 20:49**

Pippa-Stef wrote:I don't see a problem with the 20th August for me but I wouldn't make it until at least 2pm as I'm working til 12:30 unless I can get cover.

Looking forward to seeing you again, Stef!

Posted: **12 Jul 2016, 09:36**

I think I'd like to visit Exbury Gardens, really, one of the locations for the Five's Getting into Trouble 70's TV.

I suppose it's too late to alter all plans?

Posted: **12 Jul 2016, 10:03**

I also like the sound of Exbury Gardens, Julie. If plans are changed, I'd be happy with a trip to Exbury. Whatever is decided, it will just be nice to meet up with friends old and new.

Posted: **12 Jul 2016, 10:25**

I have suggested Exbury in the past, Julie, but August is not really the best time to visit. It is spectacular in May with a fantastic display of azaleas and rhododendrons (as you can see on their website) and although I have never been there in the autumn it is apparently very colourful then as well.

The big disadvantage for Exbury is that although it is great for those travelling by car, it is a nightmare to reach for anybody trying to use public transport. I have been there twice (it was well worth a second visit), but on both occasions I drove there.

Posted: **12 Jul 2016, 10:59**

Thanks, Tony. Maybe we could all get together next May and see Exbury Gardens.

Posted: **12 Jul 2016, 11:06**

... or this Autumn? It looks lovely although it couldn't be much further south if it tried!

Posted: **12 Jul 2016, 12:06**

I look forward to a meeting that is within an hours drive from where I live, lol!

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