[chrissie]

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Its back, after taking a break last year the annual Charity Bash in aid of "The North Bedfordshire Motor Neurone Disease Association" will back on Saturday 3rd September, bigger and better than ever.

I have secured a great venue in Bedford, Esquires. The venue has a really good underground vibe about it, holds about 120 easily and suited to a Soul Night and only 10 mins walk from Bedford Railway station for the travellers. It wont be a true Alldayer, but the plan is to start at around 5pm and will finish at 2am. £8 entry, with all monies going to the charity as all the DJs will be giving their time free of charge, there is a minimal charge to cover the bar staff but the venue are donating the room and use of sound system free of charge.

I will be working out the details, DJs etc over the next few weeks and will keep you all posted by email, Soul Source and the Calendar Girl group page on face book.


Thanks

QoF xx

Edited by chrissie, 01 September 2011 - 12:58 PM.

[MAK]

Hi Chrissie , what a great day the last one was . Looking forward to the next one . Any high class hostelries down there , may as well make a session of it

[Pete Bennett]

Hi Chrissie. looking forward to it already.

xxxx

[chrissie]

It's all coming together.

Confirmed DJ Line Up:-
Woody,
Mrs Soul
Bearsy
Rbman
Chrissie
Geoff Green
Mak
Kev Draper
Steve Clark
John Weston
Steve Guarnori
Ted Massey
I am really excited about the venue, it's fandabulous


QoFxx

Edited by chrissie, 21 August 2011 - 10:19 PM.

[chrissie]

I have been down to seal the deal on the venue today and unfortunately I will need to raise the price of entry to £8 so as to cover costs and ensure the charity receive the full benefit of the event. I have raised it to £8 but thats less than £1 an hour for 9 hours of cracking soul. Well I'm off on my jolly hollies next week and as soon as I get back i will get down to the nitty gritty of confirming DJs and the details. QoFxxx

Edited by chrissie, 27 April 2011 - 12:07 PM.

[chrissie]

DJ Line Up finalised

Woody,
Mrs Soul
Bearsy
Rbman
Chrissie
Geoff Green
Mak
Kev Draper
Kev Collins
Steve Clark
John Weston
Steve Guarnori
Ted Massey

QoFxx

Edited by chrissie, 21 August 2011 - 10:19 PM.

[chrissie]

A late entry just confirmed, a Birthday Bash Virgin:-

Uncle Ted Massey

qofxx

[mrs soul]

chrissie, on 11 May 2011 - 08:41 PM, said:

A late entry just confirmed, a Birthday Bash Virgin:-

Uncle Ted Massey

qofxx

dont worry Chrissie, we will soon break him in

[chrissie]

mrs soul, on 11 May 2011 - 09:08 PM, said:

dont worry Chrissie, we will soon break him in

oooooooo errrrrrrrrrr missus


QoFxx

[chrissie]

And by special request there will be a return performance of that famous duo


The Gordonettes



QoFxx

[Bearsy]

chrissie, on 11 May 2011 - 09:25 PM, said:

And by special request there will be a return performance of that famous duo


The Gordonettes



QoFxx

we are going to be working on a new routine for this years birthday bash, i shall be wearing 1 plaster cast less and Lou will be wearing high heels, stockings, suspenders basque and a tiara always a great day and for a very worthy cause indeed

[chrissie]

Anyone travelling or wishing to stay over, the nearest Travel lodge still has rooms at £39 (£5 in a taxi to venue). The next closest is about £50 (£5 in taxi to venue)

http://www2.travelod...l_id=273<br />
QoFxx

[mrs soul]

Bearsy, on 12 May 2011 - 03:58 PM, said:

we are going to be working on a new routine for this years birthday bash, i shall be wearing 1 plaster cast less and Lou will be wearing high heels, stockings, suspenders basque and a tiara always a great day and for a very worthy cause indeed

I will if you will

[chrissie]

The Gordonettes will be appearing live on stage between 6.30pm - 7.30pm, with basques, stocking & tiarras and minus the plaster cast apparently

I do hope it's not bearsy in the stockings and basque



QoFxx

Edited by chrissie, 15 May 2011 - 09:00 PM.

[chrissie]

Thought I would put the DJ times up nice and early so everyone knows what time they are on, so no excuses folks.

Unfortunately Steve G has another booking that night so he will be on in the early evening. Steve has supported every one of these events and really wants to support this again so thanks Steve for offerring to do a set before you have to head oooop norf.

5.00 - 5.30 Geoff Green
5.30 - 6.30 Steve Guarnori
6.30 - 7.00 MAK
7.00 - 8.00 Bearsy & Mrs Soul
8.00 - 8.30 Kev Draper
8.30 - 9.00 RBman
9.00 - 9.30 Kev Collins
9.30 - 10.30 Chrissie
10.30 - 11.30 John Weston
11.30 - 12.30 Ted Massey
12.30 - 2.00am Woody & Steve Clarke

Tickets are now on sale. The venue capacity is approximately 120 and tickets and 1/4 already sold with nearly 3 months to go. Please contact me by PM or email (queenoffools@hotmail.co.uk). Tickets are also available via pay pal at no extra charge. Paypal ckemp@mmm.com subject Celebration Of Soul.

DJs can you let me know in advance how many people will be coming with you so tickets can be reserved and paid for on the night or in advance.

Thanks

Chrissie

Edited by chrissie, 04 August 2011 - 05:50 PM.

[chrissie]

A change to the DJ Line up...........unfortunatley, due to circumstance I totally understand, Pete and Kris Tebutt will not be able to make it. The Tebutt family have supported us for the last 3 years and will be missed but I am sure they will be back in the future and have pledged a donation to the event.
Replacing Kris and Pete will be John Weston.

QoFxx

[mrs soul]

breaking in weston as well its gonna be a scream

[upthejunction]

mrs soul, on 04 August 2011 - 11:17 PM, said:

breaking in weston as well its gonna be a scream

Looks like the tuneage will be superb as well with all you west midland virgins !!!!!!!!!!!!!

[mrs soul]

upthejunction, on 05 August 2011 - 10:26 AM, said:

Looks like the tuneage will be superb as well with all you west midland virgins !!!!!!!!!!!!!

I aint no virgin

[Bearsy]

mrs soul, on 07 August 2011 - 09:06 PM, said:

I aint no virgin

[BintofSoul]

Really looking forward to it Chrissie.

Nicki XXXX

[mrs soul]

Bearsy, on 07 August 2011 - 09:08 PM, said:

I meant at Chrissie,s bash
that's another fine mess you got me into

[chrissie]

Not sure how this all works now, have put an entry in the new forum but can't see it, so if someone can help me confused of Bedford Not even sure where it should be anymore, why didn't they just keep things simples for stooopids like me.

QoFxx

[Ted Massey]

West mids in force for this one lou and woody and me and weston will we survive the night lol

[mrs soul]

Ted Massey, on 16 August 2011 - 08:08 PM, said:

West mids in force for this one lou and woody and me and weston will we survive the night lol

Ted we have to sort out car situation as me and woody will stop over if we can have a think and let us know sat



the thought of you and weston sharing send a shiver down my spine

[MAK]

Chrissie , have you got the post code please.

Tony

[chrissie]

http://www.facebook....7476843?sk=info

Details directions and stuffs. Very limited parking but free on road parking all around after 5pm

If you need any more infor just give me a shout.

QoFxx

[chrissie]

Ted Massey, on 16 August 2011 - 08:08 PM, said:

West mids in force for this one lou and woody and me and weston will we survive the night lol

They can be a hostile crowd

QoFxx

[Paul McKay]

Chrissie the donation should be with the charity next week.

[chrissie]

Paul McKay, on 22 August 2011 - 10:03 PM, said:

Chrissie the donation should be with the charity next week.

Thanks Paul, just a shame you can't be with us this year. Looks like it's going to be a good one

QoFxx

[chrissie]

A few people have asked me about Hotels/B&Bs etc.

• There are 2 Travel Lodges and a Premier Inn Bedford - prob £5 in a taxi from venue
  
• The Park Inn - Walking distance, though may be a little busy as they have "Skank In The Park" on that night
  
• The Shakespeare, - Walking Distance
  
• The De Pary's - Walking Distance
  
• Also there is another small hotel in Shakespeare Avenue called the Railway, don't no much about it. - Walking Distance
  
• The Grafton - not really reomended, cos althou also walking distance, its a great irish pub to go for the beer the music and the craic, I am not very sure about the accomodation
  
• Bedford Park Guest House - Walking Distance
  
• The Castle Inn, which is a great little pub in walking distance has a double availablle @£50 and a family room which will sleep 4 adults, double and bunks @£65 if you want to find a few people to share with. Tel 01234 353295
  
• Elms Guest House whichas rooms at £29 looks basic but ok tel 01234 353844

There are also a couple of more expensive places i.e. the Swan Hotel & The Embankment Hotel, both recommended and in walking distance.

QoFxx

[Pete Bennett]

Now then missus Of-Fools, Liz and I will definitely be there. Am I correct in thinking you will be putting our tickets on the door or will you need to send them to me?

We haven't been out to a do for ages. Really looking forward to catching up with everyone and in particular the West Midlands gang with their supreme commander Mrs Soul.

Where are most folks staying?

[chrissie]

Pete Bennett, on 23 August 2011 - 07:52 PM, said:

Now then missus Of-Fools, Liz and I will definitely be there. Am I correct in thinking you will be putting our tickets on the door or will you need to send them to me?

We haven't been out to a do for ages. Really looking forward to catching up with everyone and in particular the West Midlands gang with their supreme commander Mrs Soul.

Where are most folks staying?

Will be great to see you both. Tickets will be on the door. Not sure where everyone staying, a little scattered I think.

QoFxx

[mrs soul]

Pete Bennett, on 23 August 2011 - 07:52 PM, said:

Now then missus Of-Fools, Liz and I will definitely be there. Am I correct in thinking you will be putting our tickets on the door or will you need to send them to me?

We haven't been out to a do for ages. Really looking forward to catching up with everyone and in particular the West Midlands gang with their supreme commander Mrs Soul.

Where are most folks staying?

well someone's gotta keep those yam yams under control

we aint booked in anywhere yet cos I dont know outa all of us whos staying well me and woody are, but as for the other reprobates, they aint made there mind up yet

[chrissie]

Just to give you the heads up, if you haven't already reserved your tickets it may be advisable. paypal payments to ckemp@mmm.com please mark up as NBMND 2011, they can be held on the door or posted out.


QoFxx

Edited by chrissie, 24 August 2011 - 06:29 PM.

[spaghetti weston]

lookin forward to this i just hope bearsy remembers to bring my records as he is minding them for me for the isle of wight

[chrissie]

spaghetti weston, on 24 August 2011 - 10:50 PM, said:

lookin forward to this i just hope bearsy remembers to bring my records as he is minding them for me for the isle of wight

Oh no, you haven't trusted "pikey ladyboy" with your vinyl

QoFxx

[Steve G]

Just wanna answer a couple of questions people have asked. I am on at 5 30 cos I got to go up to Preston to DJ there, not cos I don't want to stay at the Bedford do. If I wasn't boked at Preston I'd be staying all evening.
One of the "Mores"

Edited by Steve G, 25 August 2011 - 12:08 PM.

[chrissie]

Steve G, on 25 August 2011 - 12:07 PM, said:

Just wanna answer a couple of questions people have asked. I am on at 5 30 cos I got to go up to Preston to DJ there, not cos I don't want to stay at the Bedford do. If I wasn't boked at Preston I'd be staying all evening. One of the "Mores"

Steve

There was never any doubt in my mind and if people read post 15 of this thread, form the 17 June, they could read for themsleves . You have always supported this event and I am sure you will be back for a later set next year. Thanks for all your support

Chrissie

Edited by chrissie, 25 August 2011 - 12:31 PM.

[Bearsy]

chrissie, on 25 August 2011 - 09:56 AM, said:

Oh no, you haven't trusted "pikey ladyboy" with your vinyl

QoFxx

what records

[MR SOUL]

Bearsy, on 25 August 2011 - 11:32 PM, said:

what records

see you next weekend

[chrissie]

Going down to the venue tonight for Fishbowl Comes to Bedford (Absolution) going to see if I can sort out some drinkie specials for next Saturday.

QoFxx

[chrissie]

Went down to check a few things out at venue last night. The decks are pristine and the sound system is all good
QoFxx.

[mrs soul]

spaghetti weston, on 24 August 2011 - 10:50 PM, said:

lookin forward to this i just hope bearsy remembers to bring my records as he is minding them for me for the isle of wight

well lets hope your scooter dont break down on the way home from IOW

[chrissie]

Apparently, not too sure but I think this forum is closing tomorrow so the thread may not be here. I have started one in the new events section but not sure if I have done it right. Will wait to hear from Mike later on and see if we can link this to the new one.

QoFxx

Edited by chrissie, 28 August 2011 - 09:17 PM.

[chrissie]

Looks like we still here
QoFxx

[Pete Bennett]

It is getting sooooo exciting that I don't know where to look on SS anymore. I am getting quite giddy!!



And the weather forecast is for 23 degrees and sunny. So Chrissie, which beer garden for pre-drinks?

[chrissie]

Pete Bennett, on 30 August 2011 - 08:33 AM, said:

It is getting sooooo exciting that I don't know where to look on SS anymore. I am getting quite giddy!! photo (3).JPG And the weather forecast is for 23 degrees and sunny. So Chrissie, which beer garden for pre-drinks?

I will have to be down at the Venue by about 4 at the latest but may I suggest the Welli, about a ten min walk from Venue.

QoFxx

[Pete Bennett]

chrissie, on 30 August 2011 - 08:37 AM, said:

I will have to be down at the Venue by about 4 at the latest but may I suggest the Welli, about a ten min walk from Venue.

QoFxx

Does the sun shine on that garden? I have only been there with a smoke haze rising above it!!

[chrissie]

There is the Bedford Arms which is on Bromham road and nearer the venue not a busy pub, never many in it when I have been passed but think beer is ok and has a huge beer garden. The Blarney Stone which is even nearer, think the name of it speaks for the type of pub, its ok if you not looking for anywhere fancy and don't mind taking the rough with the smooth so to speak.


QoFxx