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[Kate]

Does everyone who is going to this know where to meet and everything? Anything we still need to sort out?

Please take pictures so we can make a fuss of you after the big day :)

[Jaded]

On Wednesday June 2nd we are meeting at the Ministry of Health, opposite the gated entrance of Downing Street (and the Cenotaph) sometime before 1pm - is that right?

Thereafter we will retire to an as yet undecided location for drinks and winks. The weather forecast has slipped from glorious to gloomy so my idea of an idyll in the park may not be viable - however I reckon we can rock up at any venue and vape and be damned - 't'would be in the spirit of the petition after all!

[Kate]

Sounds right to me. Jaki says she's going to aim to be there from 12.30. The appointment is 1pm so as long as you can get from there to there in time that's great.

This tip was given to me about a nearby pub, it might help: "There is one called The Chandos on the corner of Trafalgar Square that I have been to on a couple of occasions. One the first, one of our crowd was vaping inside after having explained to the owner/staff what his e-cig was, they were quite happy with it. It's also *very* inexpensive on bar prices."

[Jaded]

I know Chandos well, there's a nice big open space on the first floor and it shouldn't be too crowded at that time of day on a Wednesday. As for "inexpensive bar prices" I think that most non-Londoners will still feel robbed...

[Kate]

Lol, you'll have to get a couple of pints of tap water and a dozen straws.

[Rusty]

**HELP**

Jessica has agreed that we should be involved in this important event. Where could we stop over for a reasonable cost (lads will be still in t'tarn),,,,any suggestions are gratefully welcomed!!! :)

[Alice]

Oh Rusty, that will be so cool!
I wish I could say here! But it's not my house and they are away till tomorrow.. let me see what I can do.

[Rusty]

Thanks Alice you are wonderful :)

I'm googling tomorrow in the am that is morn for places that will accept gingers and their spouses;)

Any other suggestions - please??

[Jackie]

Aww...wish I could be there too. Have a great time all and give 'em what for at Downing Street. :)

[Jaded]

I wish I could offer you space at mine but I live in a tiny shoebox by the side of the road with scarcely enough room to swing a cat (o'nine tails).

There are some cheap B&Bs in King's Cross which are fairly central and easy to get to, particularly if you're coming from the North - try this web site. The Northumberland Hotel do a double room for £22.50 for the night...

[thegothbug]

i am really sorry i haven't been on here in a while i have been stupidly busy recently, and i wish i could come but my money situation at the mo is beyond stupid! But i hope you guys have fun up there!

EDIT: i retract my last statement, I AM GOING!

Edited by thegothbug, 01 June 2010 - 02:16 PM.

[moog]

Rusty...if youre driving, then the hotel Jaded suggests looks as though it's inside the congestion zone...just a thought...:)

[Rusty]

Thanks Jaded, thanks moog,

Unfortunately, we cannot get a babysitter at such short notice so we will not be able to make it :(

Everyone who is attending - have a great day, take loads of photos and have a drink for me :)

[Kate]

Aw, that's a pity Rusty.

Have a grand time everyone who is going and don't forget - pics or it didn't happen ;)

[Alice]

I'm hoping it didn't happen for me Kate - I don't care for pictures with me in them!

[Jaded]

Don't worry - everybody always looks fabulous in my photos!

[matt30]

Pardon my ignorance, but which is the nearest tube station? my thought would be westminster but not sure.

Matt

[Alice]

Westminster or Charing Cross.

[Dave]

I believe its Westminster tube station and is about 5 mins walk

[matt30]

cheers, I'll be arriving at waterloo so westminster is a nice short hop no need for any 'scenic' routes on the tube :)