chrissie Posted March 6, 2011 Share Posted March 6, 2011 (edited) 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 September 1, 2011 by chrissie Link to comment
Mak Posted March 7, 2011 Share Posted March 7, 2011 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 Link to comment
Guest Pete Bennett Posted March 14, 2011 Share Posted March 14, 2011 Hi Chrissie. looking forward to it already. xxxx Link to comment
chrissie Posted March 15, 2011 Author Share Posted March 15, 2011 (edited) 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 August 21, 2011 by chrissie Link to comment
chrissie Posted April 25, 2011 Author Share Posted April 25, 2011 (edited) 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 April 27, 2011 by chrissie Link to comment
chrissie Posted May 10, 2011 Author Share Posted May 10, 2011 (edited) 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 August 21, 2011 by chrissie Link to comment
chrissie Posted May 11, 2011 Author Share Posted May 11, 2011 A late entry just confirmed, a Birthday Bash Virgin:- Uncle Ted Massey qofxx Link to comment
mrs soul Posted May 11, 2011 Share Posted May 11, 2011 A late entry just confirmed, a Birthday Bash Virgin:- Uncle Ted Massey qofxx dont worry Chrissie, we will soon break him in Link to comment
chrissie Posted May 11, 2011 Author Share Posted May 11, 2011 dont worry Chrissie, we will soon break him in :thumbsup: oooooooo errrrrrrrrrr missus QoFxx Link to comment
chrissie Posted May 11, 2011 Author Share Posted May 11, 2011 And by special request there will be a return performance of that famous duo The Gordonettes QoFxx Link to comment
chrissie Posted May 15, 2011 Author Share Posted May 15, 2011 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) https://www2.travelodge.co.uk/search_and_book/hotel_overview.php?hotel_id=273 QoFxx Link to comment
mrs soul Posted May 15, 2011 Share Posted May 15, 2011 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 Link to comment
chrissie Posted May 15, 2011 Author Share Posted May 15, 2011 (edited) 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 May 15, 2011 by chrissie Link to comment
chrissie Posted June 17, 2011 Author Share Posted June 17, 2011 (edited) 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 August 4, 2011 by chrissie Link to comment
chrissie Posted August 4, 2011 Author Share Posted August 4, 2011 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 Link to comment
mrs soul Posted August 4, 2011 Share Posted August 4, 2011 breaking in weston as well its gonna be a scream Link to comment
Upthejunction Posted August 5, 2011 Share Posted August 5, 2011 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 :ohmy: :lol: !!!!!!!!!!!!! Link to comment
mrs soul Posted August 7, 2011 Share Posted August 7, 2011 Looks like the tuneage will be superb as well with all you west midland virgins :ohmy: :lol: !!!!!!!!!!!!! I aint no virgin Link to comment
Guest BintofSoul Posted August 7, 2011 Share Posted August 7, 2011 Really looking forward to it Chrissie. Nicki XXXX Link to comment
mrs soul Posted August 8, 2011 Share Posted August 8, 2011 I meant at Chrissie,s bash that's another fine mess you got me into Link to comment
chrissie Posted August 16, 2011 Author Share Posted August 16, 2011 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 Link to comment
Ted Massey Posted August 16, 2011 Share Posted August 16, 2011 West mids in force for this one lou and woody and me and weston will we survive the night lol Link to comment
mrs soul Posted August 17, 2011 Share Posted August 17, 2011 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 Link to comment
Mak Posted August 21, 2011 Share Posted August 21, 2011 Chrissie , have you got the post code please. Tony Link to comment
chrissie Posted August 21, 2011 Author Share Posted August 21, 2011 https://www.facebook.com/?ref=home#!/pages/Bedford-Esquires/101037476843?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 Link to comment
chrissie Posted August 22, 2011 Author Share Posted August 22, 2011 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 Link to comment
Paul McKay Posted August 22, 2011 Share Posted August 22, 2011 Chrissie the donation should be with the charity next week. 1 Link to comment
chrissie Posted August 23, 2011 Author Share Posted August 23, 2011 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 Link to comment
chrissie Posted August 23, 2011 Author Share Posted August 23, 2011 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 venueThe Park Inn - Walking distance, though may be a little busy as they have "Skank In The Park" on that nightThe Shakespeare, - Walking DistanceThe De Pary's - Walking DistanceAlso there is another small hotel in Shakespeare Avenue called the Railway, don't no much about it. - Walking DistanceThe 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 accomodationBedford Park Guest House - Walking DistanceThe 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 353295Elms 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 Link to comment
Guest Pete Bennett Posted August 23, 2011 Share Posted August 23, 2011 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? Link to comment
chrissie Posted August 23, 2011 Author Share Posted August 23, 2011 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 Link to comment
mrs soul Posted August 24, 2011 Share Posted August 24, 2011 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 Link to comment
chrissie Posted August 24, 2011 Author Share Posted August 24, 2011 (edited) 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 August 24, 2011 by chrissie Link to comment
Spaghetti Weston Posted August 24, 2011 Share Posted August 24, 2011 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 Link to comment
chrissie Posted August 25, 2011 Author Share Posted August 25, 2011 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 Link to comment
Steve G Posted August 25, 2011 Share Posted August 25, 2011 (edited) 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 August 25, 2011 by Steve G 1 Link to comment
chrissie Posted August 25, 2011 Author Share Posted August 25, 2011 (edited) 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 August 25, 2011 by chrissie Link to comment
Guest Bearsy Posted August 25, 2011 Share Posted August 25, 2011 Oh no, you haven't trusted "pikey ladyboy" with your vinyl QoFxx what records Link to comment
Mr Soul Posted August 26, 2011 Share Posted August 26, 2011 what records see you next weekend Link to comment
chrissie Posted August 27, 2011 Author Share Posted August 27, 2011 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 Link to comment
chrissie Posted August 28, 2011 Author Share Posted August 28, 2011 Went down to check a few things out at venue last night. The decks are pristine and the sound system is all good QoFxx. Link to comment
mrs soul Posted August 28, 2011 Share Posted August 28, 2011 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 Link to comment
chrissie Posted August 28, 2011 Author Share Posted August 28, 2011 (edited) 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 August 28, 2011 by chrissie Link to comment
chrissie Posted August 30, 2011 Author Share Posted August 30, 2011 Looks like we still here QoFxx Link to comment
Guest Pete Bennett Posted August 30, 2011 Share Posted August 30, 2011 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? Link to comment
chrissie Posted August 30, 2011 Author Share Posted August 30, 2011 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? 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 Link to comment
Guest Pete Bennett Posted August 30, 2011 Share Posted August 30, 2011 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!! Link to comment
chrissie Posted August 30, 2011 Author Share Posted August 30, 2011 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 Link to comment
mrs soul Posted August 30, 2011 Share Posted August 30, 2011 well you got the rough with the smooth with us lot of course I am the supreme commander and very smooth shall be booking my hotel to morrow ..look out bedford here we come Link to comment
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