Andy Hall wrote:

I'm staying in the city centre. My thought was to leave the
exhibition, drive into Exeter and park, then check in, clean up and
get a taxi to wherever (and back).

So, I don't mind either way.


Ok, that's good.

Let's see where everyone else is staying, and if the answer is "in
Exeter", then I suggest we find a pub + restaurant in Exeter. There are
lots of them.

I think so far we have confirmed Andy, Al, Phil and me. Anyone else?



Autoroute makes it about 7.5 miles from the city centre to the pub
above....... I guess that Exeter taxis are not that expensive.??

No, sure, they aren't at all expensive - I just think if everyone is
actually staying /in/ Exeter, there's little point in trekking all the
way out to that pub when there are plenty of others nearer.


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On Mon, 08 Nov 2004 00:28:11 +0000, Grunff wrote:

Andy Hall wrote:

I'm staying in the city centre. My thought was to leave the
exhibition, drive into Exeter and park, then check in, clean up and
get a taxi to wherever (and back).

So, I don't mind either way.

Ok, that's good.

Let's see where everyone else is staying, and if the answer is "in
Exeter", then I suggest we find a pub + restaurant in Exeter. There are
lots of them.

I'm staying right in the centre at EX2 4HY, and I'm fine with a taxi
too. OTOH, somewhere in walking distance would be even finer.

I think so far we have confirmed Andy, Al, Phil and me. Anyone else?

Mrs Phil.

Autoroute makes it about 7.5 miles from the city centre to the pub
above....... I guess that Exeter taxis are not that expensive.??

No, sure, they aren't at all expensive - I just think if everyone is
actually staying /in/ Exeter, there's little point in trekking all the
way out to that pub when there are plenty of others nearer.

I'll go along with that, but leave it to the locals to see what you can
find.

Anyone got ideas on what time to meet? Might be worth thinking of a
times for both the pub and restaurant (unless it's one and the same) in
case any additional folk decide to come at the last minute.

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Al Reynolds wrote:

Any final decision on the meet? I should be around hopefully,

Hi Al,

I think we're definitely on for the 11th, followed by pub + dinner. The
venue for pub+dinner is still undecided. Since you work in Exeter, got any
ideas?

Hi again,

I like the White Hart Hotel on South Street. Their Tap Bar serves
reasonable food and beer. You might even be able to stay there as
well if you haven't confirmed accomodation yet. It has sawdust on
the floor so we should feel at home! We probably wouldn't need to
book a table but it might be an idea if there's more than six of us...

http://www.english-inns.co.uk/Eldrid...teHart-Exeter/

I still need to check that my MIL doesn't mind babysitting on
Thursday evening but I'm fairly sure that will be OK...

Al

Al Reynolds wrote:

I like the White Hart Hotel on South Street. Their Tap Bar serves
reasonable food and beer. You might even be able to stay there as
well if you haven't confirmed accomodation yet. It has sawdust on
the floor so we should feel at home! We probably wouldn't need to
book a table but it might be an idea if there's more than six of us...

Yes, I've been there, but not to eat - have you eaten there? What's the
food like?


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Al Reynolds wrote:

I like the White Hart Hotel on South Street. Their Tap Bar serves
reasonable food and beer. You might even be able to stay there as
well if you haven't confirmed accomodation yet. It has sawdust on
the floor so we should feel at home! We probably wouldn't need to
book a table but it might be an idea if there's more than six of us...

Yes, I've been there, but not to eat - have you eaten there? What's the
food like?

Food is generally good - the Tap Bar is more "proper meals"
and the Hotel bar serves sandwiches. I had steak and ale pie
last time and it was good. It's more expensive than a "Wetherspoon"
but not as expensive as a "Vintage Inn" chain pub.

Al

My MIL has kindly offered to babysit, so I am
definitely coming on Thursday.

Did we make a decision about where to eat?
I'm happy to go wherever. I've just noticed that
Mr. and Mrs. Grunff are veggie, and if I remember
correctly the veggie options at the White Hart on
South Street aren't brilliant, so that may not be be
the best option.

What about the Great Western Hotel near the
station? The beer is superb, and according to this
review it has a good choice for the vegetarians:
http://www.beerguide.co.uk/towns/exeter.htm

It has the advantage that The Imperial (which is a
Wetherspoon) is about 400 yards away, which
would do if all else fails - at least you know what
you're getting. Too many students but it's a big
place so you can avoid them.

If people would prefer to go to the White Horse Inn
on the Sidmouth Road that's fine by me as well.

I think at the last count there were five or six of us,
Andy, me (Al), Phil, Mrs. Phil, Grunff and possibly
Mrs. Grunff. We shouldn't need to book with those
sort of numbers, but if there's any others then it
would probably be a good idea.

Al

Al Reynolds wrote:
My MIL has kindly offered to babysit, so I am
definitely coming on Thursday.

Excellent.


Did we make a decision about where to eat?
I'm happy to go wherever. I've just noticed that
Mr. and Mrs. Grunff are veggie, and if I remember
correctly the veggie options at the White Hart on
South Street aren't brilliant, so that may not be be
the best option.

Not too concerned about that - we can usually find something nice
wherever we eat.


What about the Great Western Hotel near the
station? The beer is superb, and according to this
review it has a good choice for the vegetarians:
http://www.beerguide.co.uk/towns/exeter.htm

Haven't been there in years! Yes, that's not a bad idea at all. Easy to
find for everyone, and certainly a nice spot.


Ok, the Great Western gets my vote - nice and central, easy for everyone
staying in Exeter, and good beer.


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On Tue, 09 Nov 2004 11:29:30 +0000, Grunff wrote:

Al Reynolds wrote:

What about the Great Western Hotel near the
station? The beer is superb, and according to this
review it has a good choice for the vegetarians:
http://www.beerguide.co.uk/towns/exeter.htm

Haven't been there in years! Yes, that's not a bad idea at all. Easy to
find for everyone, and certainly a nice spot.


Ok, the Great Western gets my vote - nice and central, easy for everyone
staying in Exeter, and good beer.

That's OK by us. What time to meet?

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Phil Addison wrote:

That's OK by us. What time to meet?

7pm?

What about meeting up at the show? Might it be worth arranging a time
for that?


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Phil Addison wrote:

That's OK by us. What time to meet?

7pm?

Suits me.

What about meeting up at the show? Might it be worth arranging a time for
that?

I can't get to the show as I am at work :-( so I'll just see
you at the Great Western Hotel at 7pm. I'll probably
head down there after I finish work at 6pm.

Al

On Tue, 09 Nov 2004 13:07:00 +0000, Grunff wrote:

Phil Addison wrote:

That's OK by us. What time to meet?

7pm?

What about meeting up at the show? Might it be worth arranging a time
for that?

Could do. Do you want to suggest a time and place?

I'm heading down in the morning so hope to be there by 1100.
I'll email you my mobile number




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On Tue, 09 Nov 2004 17:48:42 +0000, Andy Hall wrote:

On Tue, 09 Nov 2004 13:07:00 +0000, Grunff wrote:

Phil Addison wrote:

That's OK by us. What time to meet?

7pm?

7 then, at the Great Western. Does it have more than 1 bar? This
http://www.flyingpost.co.uk/beer.html#locogw mentions their "Loco Bar".

What about meeting up at the show? Might it be worth arranging a time
for that?

Could do. Do you want to suggest a time and place?

I'm heading down in the morning so hope to be there by 1100.
I'll email you my mobile number

Not sure what time I'll be there, so an exchange of numbers is a good
plan - I'll email mine too.

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"Phil Addison" wrote:
7 then, at the Great Western. Does it have more than 1 bar? This
http://www.flyingpost.co.uk/beer.html#locogw mentions their "Loco Bar".

I think the Loco Bar is the main bar. I'll try
and pop in tomorrow and check if I get time.
Let's assume that the Loco Bar is the place
to meet anyway...

Al

Andy Hall wrote:

Could do. Do you want to suggest a time and place?

I'm heading down in the morning so hope to be there by 1100.
I'll email you my mobile number


I've emailed you my number and pic, maybe easiest to just call each
other once we're there?


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Al Reynolds wrote:

I think the Loco Bar is the main bar. I'll try
and pop in tomorrow and check if I get time.
Let's assume that the Loco Bar is the place
to meet anyway...

Al, tried to email you my phone number but it bounced. If you'd like it,
could you email me a valid address?


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On Tue, 09 Nov 2004 20:52:15 +0000, Grunff wrote:

Andy Hall wrote:

Could do. Do you want to suggest a time and place?

I'm heading down in the morning so hope to be there by 1100.
I'll email you my mobile number


I've emailed you my number and pic, maybe easiest to just call each
other once we're there?



Got it - thanks.

I think that it probably makes sense jus tto call as you say.



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Just to say it was great to meet up with
everyone last night - hope you all have
(had) safe journeys home.

Al

Al Reynolds wrote:
Just to say it was great to meet up with
everyone last night - hope you all have
(had) safe journeys home.


It was a most enjoyable evening. Must do again sometime soon.


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