Heheh, thought I'd drop this in here so I can start gauging when people would prefer the bash to be this year, or even venue etc. most of the details are changable right now :)



The past two have been October, so I've set this one for the beginning of the month 2008, obviously a long way away yet but I'd really appreciate some preferences trickling through. I'll stick with the same venue unless I get requests otherwise as I quite enjoyed having our own bar last year!

UPDATE: 22/04/08 The majority of votes seems to be falling on Oct. 4th so I have gone ahead and booked the function room for that date now, it's only provisional for now but I think most people are happy for that to be the one :)

UPDATE: 13/06/08 We are officially booked in and paid up for the 4th October now, so get signing up dilly-dalliers ;)
As with last year there will be floor space available but it is limited unless you are just after somewhere to stick a sleeping bag down. Basically there is a sofa, (small) double sofa bed, double mattress and two single mattresses up for kippage. In theory this means we can put up seven people (reasonably) comfortably, with the potential for a couple more if desperate and happy to be on the floor.

So far it's looking like:
1. Mictoboy
2. MStandot
3. Hexachordal
4. IvesB
5. IvesC
6. Dixon?
7. NeonBlue?

Floor space:
1. Tom O'Bedlam
2. Laird Dave

...but please let me know if you don't want/need the crash space!

For those of you still looking for somewhere to stay try looking here
The International is just 60 seconds from our flat (10 mins from the pub) which has some very mixed reviews online, but a few people we know have stayed there and haven't had any complaints
Another option is the Heritage Hotel which is in the town centre and a fair few b3tans have crashed before.

UPDATE: 26/06/08 Here are the parking prices for the multistory carpark directly opposite


UPDATE: 06/07/08 Is there anyone else local who may have crash space available?

UPDATE: 10/09/08 Exciting news! Ketlafish are going to be performing at the bash, they are incredibly talented, and very sexy- the guitarist is none other than our very own Professor Kenny!

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FINALISH UPDATE: 02/10/08

Ah-hah, the time has near come upon us!

I've been led to believe that we can get into the room from about 5:30pm but myself and the Prof will probably be down there from around 4pm due to band-settage-uppage (Prof) and general faux-alcoholism (Me).

Feel free to gaz me if you have any worries or just want a contact number in case you need it.

See you all very soon!

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The past two years have been absolutely brilliant so it would be great to see everyone again, and some that couldn't make it previous years!

Jessie © needs pirate name suggestions

*gropes*
*welcomes aboard*

Jessie © needs pirate name suggestions

any chance of floor kippage space? I'll sleep on a roll mat or Dixon

Laird Dave Draws Now charges to take off his clothes.

assuming i can raise the funds, i'm easy about when and where!

those reviewers don't like that pub do they!

ivesb Highly specialised Clinical Physiologist crapbag

there's no accounting for taste ;)

The first year we were packed downstairs and it had the most amazing atmosphere, and the second we were upstairs in the function room and had our own bar!
I must admit I have no complaints about that place, and it's one of my favourite pubs in Derby :)

Jessie © needs pirate name suggestions

I missed last year as had to go to DRI. This year with bells on.

Monsieur Monster I heard Seriously talk the first time. in here.

It shall be good to see you this year :D

Jessie © needs pirate name suggestions

I think.

But not the 25th as I'll be birthdaying around then and need liverspace.

Sonic James Doom forgetting the date since... umm...

And fairly close to payday, so will have some monies still I hope :D

Thanks sir

Jessie © needs pirate name suggestions

4th sounds good to me, 3 days before my 32nd!

edit: sadly it's a no now from me - will be getting prepared for a week away the following week.
have a good time y'all

The Great Architect is still waiting for his account to be deleted on

It would be so excellent to finally get to meet you! we always miss each other.

Jessie © needs pirate name suggestions

Really enjoyed the last one, so counteth me in!

NinjaBadger hides in the bushes and gives you TB.

Excellent news sir!

Jessie © needs pirate name suggestions

sooper! Now try and come to mine next month!

Rotating Wobbly Hat That's not a banana. THIS is a banana.

The 4th is a great choice, exceedingly close to my birthday, so double bonus!

:)

J Peasemould Gruntfuttock Alpha Mike Foxtrot

lamb FTW

Rotating Wobbly Hat That's not a banana. THIS is a banana.

It's all about the beefs.

evilstevie misses the Orange Place of late

:)

mugatu

OH YES

Jessie © needs pirate name suggestions

sheffield with you is still my pissedest bash evar. oh no, wait, the birmingham one. or derby. oh shit, i don't know. i'm drunk.

grey kid is breakdancing to save a community centre

this makes it must..

TopUpTheTea you ain't seen me, right?

might as well get to know the peeps a bit better :D

Dances with Rabbits Back to Education i go

I'd love to see you there! :)

Jessie © needs pirate name suggestions

we can chat about Mr Big, David Lee Roth, Talas (don't actually know much about them), and trhat new thing he's doing.

Rotating Wobbly Hat That's not a banana. THIS is a banana.

You mean we have talked loads and never knew we both liked Mr Big!
Small world!

Mstandot I suppose I should post more often.

October is a clear month for me, except for the Derby bash of course.

Mstandot I suppose I should post more often.

Although we wouldn't be doing a play this year, so whenever it is, I will be there. He can babysit!

"COME"

Rotating Wobbly Hat That's not a banana. THIS is a banana.

I'd make it on the 4th, as it would give me a chance to celebrate turning 32 on the 7th

The Great Architect is still waiting for his account to be deleted on

So clear your diary and pencil us in...in ink!

Jessie © needs pirate name suggestions

yes

Geoff the Clownfish You know Myra, some people might think you're cute

Or my name isn't Big-girls-blouse.



Shit, just remembered it isn't really.

Still, will be great to see you and the Prof again.

girlinthehole

And it will indeed be* :D


*to see you that is, not that it will be great to see myself and boyfriend again. Silly.

Jessie © needs pirate name suggestions

student styleee.
*has got a confirmed offer on thefoundation course proper course*

Cae1

in fact, i just did.

fresh.

grey kid is breakdancing to save a community centre

as i'm uber-pissed about missing the london bash next week.

Smash Monkey lowering the tone of the whole internet

it would be rude not too.

Even if it does involve going further north than is strictly healthy

Joe Scaramanga with a G-double-O-D vibration

*salutes*

Jessie © needs pirate name suggestions

And so I have. And I look forward to it with much glee.

Being a soft southern shandy drinking shite, if you could recommend a good b&b/hotel/park bench etc to get me head down, would be appreciated.

Twas lovely meeting you and Prof at the weekend.

bennyhillslovechild

Welcome aboard :D

Jessie © needs pirate name suggestions

cool...

Tom OBedlam I have control of a tank

obviously?

Jessie © needs pirate name suggestions

as i intend to have beer

mictoboy shitting in your cunt since

*waggles eyebrows*

You better turn up this time! ;)

Jessie © needs pirate name suggestions

so i'm set

:D

bring the megaphone

Jessie © needs pirate name suggestions

if it's not too much bother, ta.

Mstandot I suppose I should post more often.

Unless this time my cock drops off or something

Dixipoos Bye Bye Blackbird

=D

ivesb Highly specialised Clinical Physiologist crapbag

*really wants to*

...Excellent :D

Jessie © needs pirate name suggestions

Okay, see you all there. :)

hexachordal la la la la la

IT'S HAPPENING AGAIN!!!
i've just heard from my auntie that my cousin is getting married.
on the 4th of october.
i can't get out of it as i'm supposed to be a fucking bridesmaid.
i can't believe this!

Smash Monkey lowering the tone of the whole internet

I'm sorry chick

Jessie © needs pirate name suggestions

*sobs*

ivesb Highly specialised Clinical Physiologist crapbag

and, if i don't come to next year's london bash, you're allowed to cunt me in the fuck.

Smash Monkey lowering the tone of the whole internet

hmmm....
o_O

ivesb Highly specialised Clinical Physiologist crapbag

assuming i can book the sunday off from work. Should be able to crash round a mates, at least I think he still lives in derby. If he doesn't, any chance of somewhere to sling my sleeping bag and snore really loudly? :o)

doph no time like the precedent

I considered going to the last one, but I can't remember why I didn't go. Anyway, assuming fundages are sufficient to afford the train (which would be topping £30, so not like I can't afford it), I might actually be up for this one. Might being the keyword, as my life changes so goddam often that I can't be sure that I'll even be in the same country by then..

If I were to go, I would need some form of crashspace (I'm good with beds, floors and I've even slept on stairs).

Anyway, it's about 4:30am, so I should sleep before I ramble on more in some strange attempt to stop being shy, even though I'm typing over the internet. Go figure...

We can still offer crash space for anyone that just wants a roof but there are no more comfortable surfaces left, just literal floor space for those with a sleeping bag etc. or intending to be too drunk to care ;)

Sorry!

Jessie © needs pirate name suggestions

Two of my fave B's.

If I could take in my other fave B, The Bluenote, whilst I'm down then it's a result and a half!

I'll reserve the sape room at my Dads NOW!

Crash space please... I loved it the last time!

jim_bob can herd cats.

yes

Dixipoos Bye Bye Blackbird

i'm tryng to get wifey and kids clearance for this,

if i get wifey clearance i will need crashspace

hooker1uk Filth monger of the lowest degree!

Can't make this now.

Geoff the Clownfish You know Myra, some people might think you're cute

:(

Dixipoos Bye Bye Blackbird

Through the tears, we'll still make it :(

Jessie © needs pirate name suggestions

I like your thinking

Dixipoos Bye Bye Blackbird

Huzzah and hurrah

Dixipoos Bye Bye Blackbird

i am in York with other peoples.... BOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO

crazyjude is very happy with happytoast and his skill

:D

Cae1

foxy shorts?
foam shovels?

/intrigued now

evilstevie misses the Orange Place of late

it seems to be a habit of yours :)

evilstevie misses the Orange Place of late

Oh..Any Sheff b3tans want a lift?

Mstandot I suppose I should post more often.

If not, why not?

evilstevie misses the Orange Place of late

Derby is a nice bash. I hope I can come!

I'll let you know a bit closer to the date.

Doctor When May your wife shat and chipper

alas not :(

god save the queen making another unremarkable comeback

I'll get a hotel room booked.

jim_bob can herd cats.

Can't make it. Too much on and not enough wonga.

Hope to meet you two again at some point in the future because your lovely : )

girlinthehole

And you are, more so!

Boo to not making it to this one though...

i can't make it!!
*kills self*

ivesb Highly specialised Clinical Physiologist crapbag

blame the wife for losing her job!!

ivesb Highly specialised Clinical Physiologist crapbag

which may or not be a good thing

I can't decide

Joe Scaramanga with a G-double-O-D vibration

It's the night of my Freshers' Ball :( Such good people signed up, too!

SpringySunshine - glass milk bottle

and god willing i will
3 days before my 33rd!
got to arrange details and stuff :) (will sign up officially when it's all sorted)

kingsuperspecial is in an audience, wanking furiously

no wife this time
*cowers*

ivesb Highly specialised Clinical Physiologist crapbag

Ketlafish have just confirmed they will play the bash!

Here is a youtube link of them in action at the policeman's charity ball back in July Click

The guitarist is our very own Prof. KM, and that's his own excellent song.

Jessie © needs pirate name suggestions

*sobs*

ivesb Highly specialised Clinical Physiologist crapbag

I was going to tell you not to read my sig...but I figured that would only draw attention to it!

Jessie © needs pirate name suggestions

damn that wife of mine!!!

ivesb Highly specialised Clinical Physiologist crapbag

So it's gonna have to be a maybe, mostly 'cos Ms.Mcbadger and myself are possibly going away on this date. :D

McBadger COW

I'm not a troll offline

WormuIus

It's not an exclusive thing, we dun roll that way dawg!

I feel soiled

Jessie © needs pirate name suggestions

You do, however, rock. In several ways.

Sea Tramp the thinking woman's 8 Ace

I don't know how many of these things I have missed. You wouldn't like me I would probably sit in a corner and sulk about how inept I am.

Jamnog Sardines in her eyebrows, lobsters up and down

or just because you're being an emo?

Because there are at least a few already signed up who think they wouldn't be well recieved, or consider themselves socially awkward (as I am myself, but people just assume I'm being purposefully odd). It don't matter, just the turning up and taking part.

Jessie © needs pirate name suggestions

was to get a large group of people being socially awkward together until it reaches critical mass and gets entertaining?
Ineptitude can be an artform in and of itself, especially when added to this alcomahol stuff :P

evilstevie misses the Orange Place of late

this time of year already?
I'll have a dig in my calendar and check availability :)
Advanced apologies for excess clicking noises if I do attend.

evilstevie misses the Orange Place of late

and don't believe that dirty ho of a diary if she tries to convince you you're not free ;)

Jessie © needs pirate name suggestions

count me as about 55% probability of attending...

evilstevie misses the Orange Place of late

0% and fading fast. bums.
in the excitement of a weekend away from computers I've managed to doublebook saturday.
I'm an utter muppet. :'(

evilstevie misses the Orange Place of late

I'm coming, prepare yourself (sou'wester or something).


:D *hug* excited! Thank you to JPG, who's the best chap in the world.

Captain Wow currently being a cunt in Infamous

I'm...well, I mean you're probably right, but...

Jessie © needs pirate name suggestions

Have a wicked time and glomp many folks for me.

Geoff the Clownfish You know Myra, some people might think you're cute

although upsettingly, not you :-(

Captain Wow currently being a cunt in Infamous

*prepares groping hands*

mictoboy shitting in your cunt since

:D

JollyJack - a stench from the past

edit: turns out I can't make it :'(

The Coast Of Yemen

hurrah!

Dixipoos Bye Bye Blackbird

woo!

Joe Scaramanga with a G-double-O-D vibration

I may even bring my Leicester City replica strip, for comedy Derby bashing.

WormuIus

'I told you so'

WormuIus

Seeing as its the Saturday before I start a new job. I will be free of PhD horrors (temporarily) so its just a question of finding money for somewhere for me and c3lia to stay.
JJ would like c3lia, shes a squirrel!

Watney Heckbulb uhnnnnnnnn has a new blog: www.skepticcanary.com

Train and hotel booked and everything.
We are staying at the Rangemoor Park Hotel, which seemed to be the cheapest available. Looking forward to seeing you all!

Watney Heckbulb uhnnnnnnnn has a new blog: www.skepticcanary.com

Sees you there!

Jessie © needs pirate name suggestions

I'm bringing my girlfriend, so please be nice to her. She'll be the one looking bemused and frightened.

my other username is a porsche , posting shit pictures so you don't have to

all very nice people! If shes lucky she can fist piston broke.

Watney Heckbulb uhnnnnnnnn has a new blog: www.skepticcanary.com

I'll bring a pack of butter.

my other username is a porsche , posting shit pictures so you don't have to

she's up for getting drunk and talking wank she'll be fine

Joe Scaramanga with a G-double-O-D vibration

I will, and I'll cause severe pain to anyone else who isn't. HURR.

Jessie © needs pirate name suggestions

I can stay late this time!
:D

JollyJack - a stench from the past

Bring your sketchbook! Your drawing skills are much appreciated!

Watney Heckbulb uhnnnnnnnn has a new blog: www.skepticcanary.com

*poses*

My prize was the equally as sexy Prof KM, phwoar.

Jessie © needs pirate name suggestions

I feel it's only fair to warn you though...

I'll be playing a guitar and fondling Jessie... and Dixon.

Does it get any more sexy?

mostly due to an acute lack of funds and being scared of northern tea, too strong for me.

god save the queen making another unremarkable comeback

Next time we meet, I shall slap you. Across the FACE!

The Hedgehog From Hell R.I.P. blackflag :(

at present i just can't justify that much on joining you guys for a cuppa, times is rather hard.

although it will please you that bad juju has stricken me in the hours since i bailed, i appear to be coming down with a bout of the snotties, with the achy limbs and all, serves my right.

god save the queen making another unremarkable comeback

I've booked myself in for the friday night as well, I see no point in travelling all that way to arrive, go out, sleep for two hours and then get back on the train.

Does anyone have any suggestions for touristy things to do on a Friday night/Saturday morning in Derby?

The Hedgehog From Hell R.I.P. blackflag :(

The Quad (big square Arts centre in the middle of town) was officially opened a couiple of days ago so there's probably something going on in there?

Jessie © needs pirate name suggestions

The Queen Vic, assuming it's still going, has punk bands on most nights so that's friday evening sorted.
Are Derby at home that saturday?

stopmeandslapme Cometh the hour, cometh your mum

so you can be sure of a decent game of football.

WormuIus

I've stayed there a few times, it's cheap and right in the center. One time there was a half full/empty vodka bottle in the wardrobe. I left it for the next guest.

stopmeandslapme Cometh the hour, cometh your mum

The only time I've ever stayed there (when I needed to spend the night when I was accomodation hunting!) it had been done up a bit from the times it had got its name, these days I recommend it to people for exactly that- cheap and central.

Jessie © needs pirate name suggestions

they have a nightclub on the ground floor

great when your shitfaced, witha spinning head and want to sleep

Joe Scaramanga with a G-double-O-D vibration

I paid a fiver or so to get into that club, it was northern soul and everyone there was at least 50.

stopmeandslapme Cometh the hour, cometh your mum

I'm not sure I'll make it after all. It's about 50/50...I'll take my name of the list for now with fingers crossed for a chance in situation

NinjaBadger hides in the bushes and gives you TB.

Just do your best sir

Jessie © needs pirate name suggestions

and i'm going.
*stamps foot*
=D

ivesb Highly specialised Clinical Physiologist crapbag

*lubricates*

Dixipoos Bye Bye Blackbird

And congrats on new job :)

although the wife is a bit annoyed.
she doesn't have time to get a new outfit!
=D

ivesb Highly specialised Clinical Physiologist crapbag

Wonder if I can hire a pirate wench outfit by then?

For all those that wanted to make it but can't for whatever reason, I'll hopefully be doing another 'Wall o'Regret' with the names of people and even a message to the congregation of the 3rd (EVER!) Derby bash if you so wish.
Last year I also printed images with names for those who sent them and I'm wanting to do this again, but my printer gave up some time ago and so unless I can find some alternative arrangements it will just be a black and white wall this year.

If you want to be included please reply here, or just gaz me with what you want and I'll do my best :)

And if any kind soul feels capable of helping me get the wall sheets printed up then drop me a quick message and we can discuss my never ending gratitude!

Jessie © needs pirate name suggestions

I can bring the printouts with me.
I'm not working friday, so I have plenty of time.

Mstandot I suppose I should post more often.

wait, I mean, no this is exactly how it looks.

Laird Dave Draws Now charges to take off his clothes.

I shall be having warm thoughts of you all while I sit alone, with Beechams and strepsils

The Great Architect is still waiting for his account to be deleted on

Thanks sah!

As with last year, if anyone wants to bring mix cds feel free :)

Jessie © needs pirate name suggestions

I may just bring the same one......

Rotating Wobbly Hat That's not a banana. THIS is a banana.

I'm staying in bed with flueyness.

mr horrible up yours, dickface

=(

it was a brilliant evening and i enjoyed it thoroughly!
You're all really awesome people.

Cae1

me and c3lia, cheers everyone!

Especially to JJ for drawing that pic of c3lia, I'll scan it in and post it when I get the chance!

Watney Heckbulb uhnnnnnnnn has a new blog: www.skepticcanary.com

Thanks peeps. xx

grey kid is breakdancing to save a community centre