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Post by graham on Nov 5, 2021 12:27:39 GMT
Hi all
ZZ (Phil) has very kindly arranged a trip to see the dozen or so helicopters that are based here. The date that's been chosen is Tuesday 30th November at a time yet to be arranged. The tour apparently lasts for about two hours, the cost per person is £20 to include tea, coffee and lunchtime sandwiches so from that I assume it'll be an am tour.
They've given no clear limit to numbers as long as the group is "manageable" so we're thinking that 30 would be about maximum, maybe we could push that to 35 if the demand is there. We have about 25 spaces available and obviously, as an online forum, it will have to be on a first-come-first-served basis.
According to Google Maps the centre is located partway between Crewkerne and Chard off the main A30 route so it's a long haul for many and I appreciate it may be well out of practical range for many of us.
So, if you'd like to come along, please add your names below. Phil is awaiting advice from the centre as to whether the money is payable on the day or in advance.
A big "thank you" to Phil as always.
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Post by zz on Nov 5, 2021 13:09:48 GMT
Thanks Graham the Historic Helicopters group have just advised that it’s pay on the day, but they do require an accurate number in advance. So please only put your name down if definitely coming!! At this stage, I suggest plan on a meet there somewhere around 10-11am, but I will confirm this time soon! Cheers Phil Ps. Here is a list of based helis according to eurodemobbed. Most of us have probably seen most, if not all of them, although possibly not since they had a civil registration allocated…. Plus it’s a good chance to see then all together as well as have an AFA meet up! www.eurodemobbed.org.uk/locations.php?location=4959 |
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Post by rugbyref on Nov 5, 2021 18:40:13 GMT
Well done for arranging, Phil. I would have liked to join you, but about 4 hours each way is just a bit too much in one day. Phil
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Post by zz on Nov 6, 2021 8:05:59 GMT
Well done for arranging, Phil. I would have liked to join you, but about 4 hours each way is just a bit too much in one day. Phil Thanks Phil i thought it might be a bit too far for a lot of people, especially as there are only a dozen or so helis there (although my mate is coming from Derby in a day!) I’m intending to call at Yeovil and Yeovilton on the way back to hopefully boost the numbers slightly! Cheers Phil |
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Post by zz on Nov 6, 2021 16:51:51 GMT
On the outside chance that it helps anyone, Historic Helicopters have said that they have rooms available there…
I have no idea what they’re like, how much…. etc, but can ask for details if anyone is interested.
I think there are 7 of us going so far…?
Anyone else interested?
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Post by graham on Nov 6, 2021 18:20:57 GMT
Thanks Phil, it's only an 80 minute run for me from Devizes so quite doable, but the rooms sound great for anyone contemplating a longer ride.
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Post by billsamuels on Nov 7, 2021 14:09:30 GMT
Hi Phil & Graham,
Please add me to the list, if space is available.
Well done Phil.
Cheers Guys.
Bill
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Post by chopper12 on Nov 7, 2021 15:23:08 GMT
Hi Phil and Graham
I would like to join you on the 30th if you have space
Many thanks
Mark
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Post by zz on Nov 7, 2021 16:44:56 GMT
Hi Mark and Bill
Yes great - the more the merrier!
I’ll confirm a meeting time soon, but expect around 10 or 11am for a couple of hours
Cheers
Phil
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Post by davebasing on Nov 18, 2021 18:18:20 GMT
Sadly tied up with meetings that day, but Lynx XZ616/G-LNKX made its first post restoration flight at Chard today.
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Post by zz on Nov 18, 2021 19:05:30 GMT
Sadly tied up with meetings that day, but Lynx XZ616/G-LNKX made its first post restoration flight at Chard today. Shame you can’t make it Dave. But fantastic that there should be such an array of helicopters back in the air again soon! |
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Post by zz on Nov 18, 2021 19:09:19 GMT
Can I just confirm who is coming on the 30th please?
I’ve got-
Me plus 5 !
Graham
Bill
Mark (chopper12)
Jeff and Bob (rh226) - did you both say you were coming?
Anyone else? I need to confirm numbers with the group soon.
I’ll also confirm arrival time in next couple of days, but am expecting it to be about 10.30.
Thanks
Phil
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Post by rh226 on Nov 18, 2021 21:18:33 GMT
Yes, I'll be there
Bob
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Post by zz on Nov 19, 2021 6:08:10 GMT
Great, thanks Bob. see you then! |
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Post by graham on Nov 19, 2021 11:14:33 GMT
I need that Lynx frame so well worth the trip!
Thanks for co-ordinating this Phil, it's hugely appreciated.
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Post by zz on Nov 20, 2021 8:35:02 GMT
No problems at all Graham!
10.30 meet at Chard confirmed.
Assuming Jeff is coming we have 12- so I’ve told them 12 but will confirm that figure at the beginning of next week, so last couple of days if anyone wants to add their name….
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Post by Deleted on Nov 20, 2021 12:16:56 GMT
 Hope you have a good day Phil and all- but work commitments and a 438 mile round trip and only needing six of the helicopters at the location does not make it worth the trip down to Chard. Thanks again though for organizing the visit. Happy Days Bob 
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Post by zz on Nov 20, 2021 18:07:39 GMT
Cheers Bob, yes that’s a bit far! Just the 190 mile round trip for me!
My mate is coming from Derby (390 mile round trip) and he, like me, has seen all the helicopters but wants to see them again now that they’re civil registered- even though they won’t carry those registrations! What a ridiculous hobby…
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Post by chopper12 on Nov 20, 2021 19:58:47 GMT
I’ll be there and I’m certain Bill is coming too
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Post by Jeff on Nov 20, 2021 21:02:59 GMT
Sorry, missed this, yes I'm coming 😁
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Post by billsamuels on Nov 20, 2021 21:12:14 GMT
Hi Phil
I’m deffo in for Chard. Just pending a response from Viv (Linda, to his close mates 😉😂😂)….
I’ll give him a buzz in the morning…
Bill
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Post by zz on Nov 20, 2021 22:35:59 GMT
Thanks guys. That’s a definite 12, possibly one more…
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Post by Deleted on Nov 21, 2021 7:21:41 GMT
Cheers Bob, yes that’s a bit far! Just the 190 mile round trip for me! My mate is coming from Derby (390 mile round trip) and he, like me, has seen all the helicopters but wants to see them again now that they’re civil registered- even though they won’t carry those registrations! What a ridiculous hobby…  Thanks Phil- its a ridiculous hobby sometimes I know- but I guess that is why we all love it Happy Days Bob |
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Post by billsamuels on Nov 21, 2021 21:59:21 GMT
Hi Phil,
Viv is a DEFFO for Chard.
So ‘Viv Barton’ is the name. Please add him to the attending list.
Cheers.
Bill
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Post by tj on Nov 22, 2021 8:12:00 GMT
Hi
If there is room on the list, please include me as I'm down in Yeovil visiting family next week.
Many Thanks
Tony James
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Post by zz on Nov 22, 2021 10:32:14 GMT
Hi Tony
That’s great, see you there- and Bill, thanks that’s copied, I’ll add Viv to the the list.
Details above- but 10.30 meet on the 30th, £20 payable on the day which includes sandwiches/ hot drink.
14 so far- anyone else?
Cheers
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Post by Jeff on Nov 29, 2021 6:44:22 GMT
Morning, a quick question re tomorrow, is the £20 cash only, card only or can either be used?
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Post by zz on Nov 29, 2021 7:45:13 GMT
Morning
They’ve never specified, so if able, I’d suggest be prepared for either payment.
But I’m sure we can sort it out between us all if required.
Hope everyone Is able to make it still, despite the snow. Hopefully no more snow and it’s supposed to be quite a bit warmer tomorrow!
See you all tomorrow at 10.30 !
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Post by rh226 on Nov 29, 2021 21:19:59 GMT
For those of us who don't like satnavs, here are directions taken from their website:-
From North
Leave M5 at Junction 25 and follow A358 to Chard
After the B&Q store traffic lights take the take 1 st left signposted Cricket St Thomas, at the Tesco
roundabout take the A30 to Crewkerne. Follow the road for approx. 4 miles past the Cricket St
Thomas Golf Club & The Windwhistle Inn.
There is a large layby on the left and a turning right signposted Chard Equestrian Centre and
Wayford & Winsham turn right and after a short distance the showground entrance is on your right.
From West
Leave Exeter on the A30, after Honiton stay on the A30 towards Chard. Go straight through the town
of Chard, at the Tesco roundabout take the A30 to Crewkerne. Follow the road for approx. 4 miles
past the Cricket St Thomas Golf Club & The Windwhistle Inn.
There is a large layby on the left and a turning right signposted Chard Equestrian Centre and
Wayford & Winsham turn right and after a short distance the showground entrance is on your right.
From Dorchester/ Yeovil
From Crewkerne take the A30 towards Chard, after approx. 4 miles there is a large layby on the right
and a turning left signposted Chard Equestrian Centre and Wayford & Winsham, turn left and after a
short distance the showground entrance is on your right.
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Post by tj on Nov 30, 2021 18:36:50 GMT
Hi All.
Just a quick note of thanks for the trip today. Hats off to Phil for organising and to Peter for hosting. It was good to be able to put a few faces to names too.
Cheers
Tony
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