Philatex/Stampex London - STAMPBOARDS MEETING Fri 27 Feb 09

The Pom · **Posted:** Wed Jan 07, 2009 06:06:23 am

Following on from this thread:

viewtopic.php?f=13&t=10191

Anyone going?

I'm thinking of going, but will have to wait till nearer the day before I can make a firm decision. If there are enough Stampboarders going, I thought it might be nice to get together at some point.

I know a couple who are going, I'm sure there will be a few more.

Cheers
Chris

GJ50 · **Posted:** Wed Jan 07, 2009 07:25:24 am

Yes, as stated in the other thread, I will be at both over the 4 days.

GJ50 · **Posted:** Mon Jan 12, 2009 10:07:08 am

Bump up

gavin-h · **Posted:** Tue Jan 13, 2009 00:53:33 am

Hope to get down - will confirm nearer the time - still working on train fares and hotel rates at the moment...

...it'll be good to have another Stampboards International after last year's bash:

gavin-h wrote:

L to R - Gavin-H, PennyBlack1840, MargoZ, Peterski76, Glen Stephens

A bar in London, 15 February 2008 :lol:

gavin-h · **Posted:** Tue Jan 13, 2009 01:16:38 am

Further details of the 2008 London International here:

http://www.stampboards.com/viewtopic.php?f=13&t=4456

Now, are we going to be able to persuade Glen and Margo to join us :idea:

Faust · **Posted:** Tue Jan 13, 2009 07:44:44 am

I visit Philatex Friday 27 and Stampex Friday late afternoon and Saturday 28.

bonfiregirl · **Posted:** Wed Jan 14, 2009 05:57:52 am

gavin-h wrote:

Hope to get down - will confirm nearer the time - still working on train fares and hotel rates at the moment...

...it'll be good to have another Stampboards International after last year's bash:

gavin-h wrote:

L to R - Gavin-H, PennyBlack1840, MargoZ, Peterski76, Glen Stephens

A bar in London, 15 February 2008 :lol:

My husband just looked over my shoulder at this picture and asked who these people were and if they were Aussies. He then pointed out that Glen had a glass of dark beer, and said you can't get dark beer in Australia. I rapidly cast my eyes down the page and took great glee in pointing to where it said 'A bar in London, 15 February 2008'. Trust him to notice the beer. :lol:

GJ50 · **Posted:** Wed Jan 14, 2009 07:19:10 am

bonfiregirl wrote:

He then pointed out that Glen had a glass of dark beer, and said you can't get dark beer in Australia.

I think your husband needs to visit Australia and see the dark beers that are sold in the pubs on a daily basis.

Tooheys have been brewing this grand old black ale since 1869 and as such they have had time to perfect this robust beer. They started bottling the dark ale in 1970. Many believe this to be a dark ale in the style of British brewing, while Tooheys disagrees describing OLD as more like the German "Alt" beers. I like to think of Tooheys Old as a great Australian dark ale. Like so many dark ales brewed in Australia, Tooheys OLD doesn't make the mistake of overpowering the palate with roasted malty flavour.

bonfiregirl · **Posted:** Wed Jan 14, 2009 07:28:57 am

I shall tell him that because he's been to Australia he doesn't know it all! :roll:

!

gavin-h · **Posted:** Thu Jan 15, 2009 23:53:17 pm

Train tickets booked. :!:

I suggest a get-together on Thursday or Friday night would be good :idea:

eqnox · **Posted:** Fri Jan 16, 2009 00:02:20 am

Do they issue a special issue at these shows? Souvenir sheets or something?

GJ50 · **Posted:** Fri Jan 16, 2009 00:05:15 am

eqnox wrote:

Do they issue a special issue at these shows? Souvenir sheets or something?

I read where they issue sheets of "Smilies" or something like that.

GJ50 · **Posted:** Fri Jan 16, 2009 00:08:01 am

gavin-h wrote:

Train tickets booked. :!:

I suggest a get-together on Thursday or Friday night would be good :idea:

either suits me. There will be 2 of us, me and missus.

admin · **Posted:** Fri Jan 16, 2009 00:21:20 am

bonfiregirl wrote:

My husband just looked over my shoulder at this picture and asked who these people were and if they were Aussies. He then pointed out that Glen had a glass of dark beer, and said you can't get dark beer in Australia. I rapidly cast my eyes down the page and took great glee in pointing to where it said 'A bar in London, 15 February 2008'. Trust him to notice the beer. :lol:

They told me it was something called Gitness. That wimpy Gavin on the left, was drinking some pale watery local stuff called TinAnts as I recall.

Gitness are Welsh or Scottish or something, and they stole the world famous Cooper Stout recipe it appears.

Nothing is sacred over there. :twisted:

gavin-h · **Posted:** Fri Jan 16, 2009 02:07:29 am

admin wrote:

That wimpy Gavin on the left, was drinking some pale watery local stuff called TinAnts as I recall.

Objection :!:

That was Marston's Pedigree. A fine Strong English ale.

Perish the thought that ANYONE would confuse me for a lager drinker !!!

norvic · **Posted:** Fri Jan 16, 2009 03:27:39 am

I shall be at Stampex for the Royal Mail dealer briefing on the Thursday 12 Feb.

eqnox wrote:

Do they issue a special issue at these shows? Souvenir sheets or something?

The Charles Darwin set, MS, PSB etc are being issued on the Thursday - see
http://www.norphil.co.uk/2009/02a-charl ... in_200.htm

Edited: I got the Stampex dates wrong! The 'Celebrating Wales' miniature sheet is issued on Stampex Thursday which is Thursday 26th.
http://www.norphil.co.uk/2009/2009_stamp_programme.htm

eqnox · **Posted:** Fri Jan 16, 2009 03:40:31 am

I love the Miniature Sheet. I've always like maps. Are they going to do something special at the show for releasing the stamps? Special Postmarks? Imperf? Something like that? The Miniature Sheet would be a great imperf item.

norvic · **Posted:** Fri Jan 16, 2009 03:45:33 am

There is an uncut press sheet of 12 or 21 MS, but they are perforated as normal within the sheet. Imperfs is one of the unnecessary gimmicks that Royal Mail doesn't go in for - and don't give them any more daft ideas

Watch our webpage for the special handstamps available for the date of issue. There will be a Stampex specific one, but there will be no special ceremony like the yanks do.

Ceremonials are rare, but they did do something for the Army Uniforms at Autumn 2007 www.norphil.co.uk/articles/armyfdcstampex.htm

eqnox · **Posted:** Fri Jan 16, 2009 03:58:44 am

Someone forget to tell the gentleman in the middle where the camera was.

I don't think I'll be making the show but maybe I will see if someone can pick me up a mini sheet with a hand stamp. At least there isn't a special toll free number you have to call to order the sheet.

norvic · **Posted:** Fri Jan 16, 2009 21:19:51 pm

Sorry, I got the Stampex dates wrong! The 'Celebrating Wales' miniature sheet is issued on Stampex Thursday which is Thursday 26th. See http://www.norphil.co.uk/2009/2009_stamp_programme.htm

gavin-h · **Posted:** Sun Feb 01, 2009 07:45:21 am

Bit of a "Bump" for this one...

If anyone has any ideas for a get-together, it's only 3-and-a-half weeks away... :idea:

I know a few pubs fairly centrally (Strand area) that might be a good place to meet up

I believe that the All Bar One where we met for drinks last year is now a restaurant only, so probably best to give that one a miss.

vinobub · **Posted:** Thu Feb 05, 2009 23:59:52 pm

Gavin

thanks for directing me here. I fully intend to be there (presuming I am still employed at that time :roll:

). I am due to be in London on business from the 25th thru the 27th and naturally have extended my trip by a day to make it to Stampex on Saturday the 28th.

I should be able to make it to a get-together on Friday evening if such is being planned in a reasonably Central location - I will be taking the tube from St. Paul's station, so anywhere within 20 minutes train ride, ideally....

Regards,
Vinod

gavin-h · **Posted:** Fri Feb 06, 2009 00:07:12 am

Vinod,

It'll be great to see you there

I'm thinking somewhere around the Strand/Trafalgar Square area; there are a few reasonable pubs round there where you can also get something to eat.

If anyone has any preferred locations, please post up in the next few days :idea:

norvic · **Posted:** Fri Feb 06, 2009 00:13:41 am

norvic wrote:

Sorry, I got the Stampex dates wrong! The 'Celebrating Wales' miniature sheet is issued on Stampex Thursday which is Thursday 26th. See http://www.norphil.co.uk/2009/2009_stamp_programme.htm

Now that the 2009 pages have been created, the Dathlu Cymru page can now be seen at http://www.norphil.co.uk/2009/02c-celebrating_wales.htm
Royal Mail's briefing for dealers is on the Thursday, so if anybody is around I shall be there then.

gavin-h · **Posted:** Thu Feb 12, 2009 00:06:09 am

OK, accommodation booked. If anyone wants details of a chain of 4-star hotels (Paddington/Hyde Park and Kensington areas) that will do B&B for about 50-60 quid a night, send me a board email.

Now, about that get-together. There's a decent pub called the Ship and Shovell just behind Charing Cross station (actually under the arches) that would be a good meeting place. I'll post up the address so you can find it on a map nearer the time if that's a suitable location for everyone. The other question is Thursday night, or Friday night (or both?).

Have a think about it and we'll firm up the details nearer the time :idea:

Anyone interested, please join the Conga Line here...

PennyBlack1840 · **Posted:** Thu Feb 12, 2009 09:41:21 am

I can make it!

May be at stampex on thursday but I work in Strand near Cahring Cross

Peter

vinobub · **Posted:** Thu Feb 12, 2009 23:00:54 pm

At this point I am cautiously optimistic that I will still be employed at month-end.. not bad, eh??
So yes, indeed - I think I should be able to find my way to the Ship and Shovel at Charing Cross - will await the posting of the address

Regards,
Vinod

gavin-h · **Posted:** Sat Feb 14, 2009 02:30:19 am

Details of the venue as requested:

The Ship and Shovell
1-3, Craven Passage,
Charing Cross,
London,
WC2N 5PH

The following link contains a review of the pub, a map and further links and details.

http://www.fancyapint.com/pubs/pub1088.html

Look forward to seeing you all there...

vinobub · **Posted:** Sat Feb 14, 2009 14:17:17 pm

Gavin - what do you suggest as a kick-off time?

MargoZ · **Posted:** Sat Feb 14, 2009 15:36:36 pm

Gavin

Just a heads up to remember your camera. We will need PICTURES ............and no bringing Stampboards into disrepute again (like the infamous near-eviction from the Groucho Club!!)

Cheers
Margo (who will be raising a toast in absentia)

gavin-h · **Posted:** Sat Feb 14, 2009 21:51:25 pm

Vinod, I was thinking of meeting at around 6:30 -7:00pm on the Friday - that would give people time to finish work and/or visiting the fairs and have time to relax for an hour or two beforehand. :idea:

Margo, Sorry you won't be there this time. I'll make sure the camera battery's charged and ready! I've got a vested interest in NOT getting kicked out of there as it's one of my favourite pubs in London at the moment :wink:

vinobub · **Posted:** Sun Feb 15, 2009 00:16:41 am

Gavin - thanks and noted. I will probably join around 7.30 most likely. I'll ask for you at the bar

since we wouldn;t be able to recognise each other on sight!

gavin-h · **Posted:** Sun Feb 15, 2009 01:35:21 am

Vinod,

Don't worry - you'll recognise me:

...and in case anyone from Downunder turns up:

vinobub · **Posted:** Sun Feb 15, 2009 16:29:40 pm

Thanks Gavin! And since I live about 2 degrees north of the equator, I can just about say that I too am able to recognise things/ people by looking at them the right way up rather than a**e upwards :lol:

gavin-h · **Posted:** Mon Feb 16, 2009 00:54:53 am

gavin-h · **Posted:** Tue Feb 17, 2009 23:33:46 pm

Shameless BUMP for this one :lol:

The London International Stampboards Meeting will take place as follows:

Date: Friday 27 February, 2009

Time: 6:30pm onwards

Venue:

The Ship and Shovell
1-3, Craven Passage,
Charing Cross,
London,
WC2N 5PH

All members and guests welcome - let us know if you're coming, or just turn up...

GlenStephens · **Posted:** Wed Feb 18, 2009 00:39:02 am

We'll be flying to Chicago that day (via San Francisco and Honolulu - long story - LONG day!), but great to see members catching up for a meet and greet, and few beers!

Please have one on us!

Glen

gavin-h · **Posted:** Wed Feb 18, 2009 01:45:48 am

MargoZ wrote:

Just a heads up to remember your camera. We will need PICTURES

Just got my new model:

sdelcampe · **Posted:** Fri Feb 20, 2009 00:59:17 am

gavin-h wrote:

Shameless BUMP for this one :lol:

The London International Stampboards Meeting will take place as follows:

Date: Friday 27 February, 2009

Time: 6:30pm onwards

Venue:

The Ship and Shovell
1-3, Craven Passage,
Charing Cross,
London,
WC2N 5PH

All members and guests welcome - let us know if you're coming, or just turn up...

Hi Gavin,

As I am in London next week, I may try to be present, but still can not promise as my diary is quite full :wink:

It will be a pleasure to meet some Stampboards members.

Question: When can I arrive at latest ? You preview to stay late ? I ask because I may have a meeting around 6.30pm and come only when this one is over ?

Thank for the invitation.

Best regards, Seb Delcampe from Belgium

gavin-h · **Posted:** Fri Feb 20, 2009 01:58:48 am

Seb,

I do hope you can make it.

We should be there until fairly late - it's a good pub that serves good beer (I know you Belgians appreciate your beer!!!), so why move on if we don't have to :wink:

gavin-h · **Posted:** Mon Feb 23, 2009 02:47:41 am

So it looks as though there will be a good turn out on Friday:

The Pom (who started this thread)
Faust
gavin-h
vinobub
PennyBlack1840
sdelcampe

Any more who are in town are more than welcome to join us - the details again:

Quote:

Date: Friday 27 February, 2009

Time: 6:30pm onwards

Venue:

The Ship and Shovell1-3, Craven Passage,
Charing Cross,
London,
WC2N 5PH

Looking forward to meeting some old and new friends

The Pom · **Posted:** Mon Feb 23, 2009 08:47:39 am

I'm about 99% sure of being able to attend. All I need is somewhere to stay. Can anyone suggest somewhere reasonably priced within staggering distance of the pub?

Cheers
Chris

bonfiregirl · **Posted:** Mon Feb 23, 2009 18:09:39 pm

The Pom wrote:

I'm about 99% sure of being able to attend. All I need is somewhere to stay. Can anyone suggest somewhere reasonably priced within staggering distance of the pub?

Cheers
Chris

Waterloo Bridge :lol:

gavin-h · **Posted:** Mon Feb 23, 2009 22:03:15 pm

The Pom wrote:

I'm about 99% sure of being able to attend. All I need is somewhere to stay. Can anyone suggest somewhere reasonably priced within staggering distance of the pub?

Cheers
Chris

Chris,

I'm staying at the Shaftesbury Premier Hyde Park, on Westbourne Terrace. About 3 minutes' stagger from Paddington.

Address: Shaftesbury Premier London Hyde Park. 78-82 Westbourne Terrace, Paddington, W2 6QA, London.

4-Star "boutique" hotel. Clean, tidy, good breakfast but small(ish) rooms.

Currently showing at £52 for Friday night (but you need to add 15% VAT to that...).

I stayed there last year and so did Glen and Margo.

The same group have several properties in that area.

Check the link below:

http://www.premierclubrewards.org/

If you decide to go for it and we miss the last tube, it's only half the fare in a cab if there're two of us :idea:

gavin-h · **Posted:** Wed Feb 25, 2009 02:13:10 am

THIS FRIDAY:

gavin-h wrote:

Shameless BUMP for this one :lol:

The London International Stampboards Meeting will take place as follows:

Date: Friday 27 February, 2009

Time: 6:30pm onwards

Venue:

The Ship and Shovell
1-3, Craven Passage,
Charing Cross,
London,
WC2N 5PH

All members and guests welcome - let us know if you're coming, or just turn up...

Faust · **Posted:** Wed Feb 25, 2009 06:06:34 am

I have the address with me, I hope that I can make it.
I am staying in the Hilton hotel in Islington close to Stampex and St. Pancras,
Both places where I have to be on Saturday.

Faust

gavin-h · **Posted:** Wed Feb 25, 2009 07:23:16 am

Faust,

I hope you can meet up with us on Friday

It will be good to meet another Stampboards Member :!:

It sounds as though you have got a good hotel there. Are you travelling on Eurostar :?:

Lakatoi 4 · **Posted:** Wed Feb 25, 2009 13:38:13 pm

Have a nice time everyone

Perhaps one day I'll be able to make it over there again (last time was in 1975 - guess it's changed a bit since then :wink:

)

The Pom · **Posted:** Wed Feb 25, 2009 18:38:32 pm

It has. I suspect you have as well!

Faust · **Posted:** Wed Feb 25, 2009 19:08:17 pm

Yes, I am travelling on Eurostar, today central London is quicker than by plane.


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