Astle Park 2012 Saturday

[aveling-3199]

Fantastic weekend! Thanks to all those who make it possible.

Rob

[contractor]

Think it was the best for some years, the saturday night was awsome, sincere thanks to all exhibitors, sorry I couldn't get round to see you all, thanks must go to Adrian Barber & Phil Moston for their input and pegging out etc, apologies if there wasn't enough coal or it was no good, I have had lots of thanks which far outweighs the whingers, Brilliant weekend, shame its over..Regards

[ThetfordBlue]

Originally Posted by contractor

Think it was the best for some years, the saturday night was awsome, sincere thanks to all exhibitors, sorry I couldn't get round to see you all, thanks must go to Adrian Barber & Phil Moston for their input and pegging out etc, apologies if there wasn't enough coal or it was no good, I have had lots of thanks which far outweighs the whingers, Brilliant weekend, shame its over..Regards

Cheers Bryn. If we could negotiate some designated parking for the lowloaders that would top off the engine layout. Feedback positive or 'constructive' is welcomed. Phil and I simply make it up as we go along, trying to fit everyone in. It wasn't easy this year, keeping a clean line. That coal is a bit mucky, which makes the air rather murky at times, but being given more is most important.

[Sams Boy]

May I add my thanks to Bryn, Phil and Adrian - The coal was a bit smokey but by gum it steamed. On the whole a thoroughly relaxed and enjoyable weekend.

Some minor suggestions as requested
I agree wrt an area where low loaders (and maybe excess and/or all) exhibitors cars) could be parked.
I know its a catch 22 - the more space, the fewer engines, I couldn't get the fire irons out of the living van belly box without punching a hole in Tony's caravan and for some reason he was opposed to that idea. No big issue I used someone elses.

[ThetfordBlue]

Originally Posted by Sams Boy

May I add my thanks to Bryn, Phil and Adrian - The coal was a bit smokey but by gum it steamed. On the whole a thoroughly relaxed and enjoyable weekend.

Some minor suggestions as requested
I agree wrt an area where low loaders (and maybe excess and/or all) exhibitors cars) could be parked.
I know its a catch 22 - the more space, the fewer engines, I couldn't get the fire irons out of the living van belly box without punching a hole in Tony's caravan and for some reason he was opposed to that idea. No big issue I used someone elses.

We had to go down to 13ft spaces because of the number of engines, that's also why the main line was so far back, i.e. to lengthen the end sections. Space really is at a premium so for next year there will be tweaks, hopefully improving the space utilisation without compromising the open and clean appearance of the line.

[buzzy bee]

My constructive criticism, is more loos are needed. :-)

Hell of a walk to the loos from the engines.

[aveling-3199]

Would be really nice to see some working demonstrations too. But as I said fantastic show this year.

[ThetfordBlue]

Originally Posted by aveling-3199

Would be really nice to see some working demonstrations too.

Totally agree Rob, this is something that I've already put forward, fingers crossed....

[Broken Firebar]

Adrian & Co.

Agree wholeheartedly with Sam's Boy's comments.

Working Demo's and a Playpen for me - though I understand space is limited.

WRT the engine line :

Move the rear line forward to allow more camping space behind and bring some engines round along the road way to close the ends of the C shape a bit more (like a circle with an opening if you catch my drift).

Thanks Gents

[hercules1912]

Get rid of the musical firewood and whizz bangs, more room for engines