Author Topic: Anyone interested in a YORKSHIRE (and friends) A4A meet???? (Read 12782 times)

Jeannine · « **on:** June 15, 2007, 15:38:21 »

This came up in a hello post.

Who would actually be interested in a Yorkshire A4A meet.(Not limited to just Yorkies)

I don't mind organising it but need interest and ideas for a spot.

I also don't mind someone else doing it.

Mentioned was Castle Howard.

I have done a bit of googling and found..............

Parcevall Hall in the Dales
Newby Hall
Duncombe Park
Wentworth Castle
Brodsworth Hall
Scampton Walled Gardens
Wassand Hall
RHS, Gardens Harlow Carr in Harrogate.

I know nothing about any of them...ideas ..needed..plus any others

XX Jeannine

prink13 · « **Reply #1 on:** June 15, 2007, 15:52:52 »

Jeannine, thought I'd put some links to help you out:

Parcevall Hall - http://www.parcevallhallgardens.co.uk/
newby hall - http://www.newbyhall.com/
Duncombe Park - http://www.duncombepark.com/
Wentworth Castle - http://www.wentworthcastle.org/view.asp?id=145
Brodsworth Hall - http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/server/show/ConProperty.359
Scampton Walled Gardens - http://www.scampston.co.uk/metadot/index.p
Wassand Hall - http://www.wassand.co.uk/
Harlow Carr - http://www.rhs.org.uk/WhatsOn/Gardens/harlowcarr/

Hop thi helps, I like the look of Scampston Hall

KAthi

Jeannine · « **Reply #2 on:** June 15, 2007, 15:58:21 »

Ta, I am pretty dumb with a computer XX Jeannine

prink13 · « **Reply #3 on:** June 15, 2007, 16:08:50 »

Jeannine, you're not DUmb! - maybe still practising - and that's OK, we're all still learning at computers and gardening!! ;)

Kathi :D

sweet-pea · « **Reply #4 on:** June 15, 2007, 16:19:08 »

I'd be interested depending on when and where of course. Harlow Carr is really nice but very big, has a fantastic little shop too. I've never been to Scampston walled garden but really want to go as I've heard it's really beautiful. Newby hall is also meant to be nice, but I've not heard much about the others.

SP x

Jeannine · « **Reply #5 on:** June 15, 2007, 16:24:14 »

Just for thinking about, my first thought was the RHS gardens at Harlow Carr.

I gave then a ring, group bookings are £5 regular £6, but RHS members and 1 guest per member get in free.

There is no problem having a picnic there, there isn't a place we can actually book, but there are lots of seats and grass areas that we can use.

There are a couple of choices for eating there if you prefer.

It is close to the town and railway station with a taxi rank outside.

It is a start.

Kathi, I have had a look at Scampston now too,it let me in finally, it looks very interesting.

XX Jeannine

prink13 · « **Reply #6 on:** June 15, 2007, 16:37:08 »

Jeannine, the Scampston link seems slow, but should get there in the end!

Kathi

saddad · « **Reply #7 on:** June 15, 2007, 16:43:31 »

I suggested Harlow Carr on the other thread!
;D

Jeannine · « **Reply #8 on:** June 15, 2007, 16:49:53 »

I know, where do you think I got the name from XXX Thank you, looks good,Jeannine

flossie · « **Reply #9 on:** June 15, 2007, 19:40:26 »

Yes I would love to come if I can - thanks for sorting us out Jeannine

mc55 · « **Reply #10 on:** June 15, 2007, 19:53:57 »

yes please :D :D

Uncle Joshua · « **Reply #11 on:** June 15, 2007, 20:25:49 »

If it wasn't too far away and you don't mind people with purple hair I'd be up for it.

kenkew · « **Reply #12 on:** June 15, 2007, 21:42:46 »

I should within 15 miles or so of the Skipton area (accomodation being available) for a couple of weeks from mid-July. Love to sample a Yorkshire sandwhich...even fish&chips.
Need a bit of notice if I'm to walk it from Colne, tho. (It's 6 hours on the canal)

Uncle Joshua · « **Reply #13 on:** June 15, 2007, 22:11:12 »

I think a plot visit would be good. (yep I'm sad)

OliveOil · « **Reply #14 on:** June 15, 2007, 22:50:47 »

I'd be interested - kids could go to mums - could we make it a saturday or sunday or summer hols please? No OH to negotiate with now so would be great to meet up!

Jeannine · « **Reply #15 on:** June 16, 2007, 01:20:32 »

I think summer hols, date to be decided by the majority,I am still waiting for firm ideas as to when and where, I still fancy the RHS garden Harlow Carr, they seemed very friendly, but I am happy to look into all ideas.

So far it seems we have three put forward, Harlow Carr,Scampton Walled Gardens and Castle Howard

Other choices or votes for the above please.

XX Jeannine

I will sort out a list of interested folks for tomorrow.

marestail murderer · « **Reply #16 on:** June 16, 2007, 07:01:42 »

wouldnt mind tagging along this time!................no babies on the way so i hope to be available as and when.
we live close to brodsworth hall.............am ashamed to say that ive never been there but it has had a lot of work done apparently.
ill go with the flow on this...............just let me know where and when!

Jeannine · « **Reply #17 on:** June 16, 2007, 12:13:58 »

OK, this is the list of names that have said a yes or exoressed a possible interest, it will sort itself out as we go along. Some are from the original post.

Caroline7758...you started the idea
grawrc
saddad
kenkew
prink13
sweet-pea
flossie
mc55
MickW
Olive Oil
marestail murderer
Carol

So we have something to think about now.

Where?
When?
Who?

XX Jeannine

Deb P · « **Reply #18 on:** June 16, 2007, 12:17:35 »

I might be able to make it too, really depends on the date as my off duty is pretty much set in stone........ :-\

saddad · « **Reply #19 on:** June 16, 2007, 13:13:39 »

After 15th July as I am GCSE marking till then... anytime late July/August as we have family in Leeds (Adoptive) and York (real)..
;D

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