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Around the World => UK Discussion => Topic started by: dreams_and_discoveries on November 09, 2017, 11:06:22 AM
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Inspired by the thread: https://forum.mrmoneymustache.com/camp-mustache-events/camp-mustache-(your-city)-suggestions-wanted!/
it would be really cool if we could get a UK thing going....trouble is, I don't know if we've got enough people that would be interested?
Random thoughts are somewhere scenic, I'd be up for actual camping and chatting round the campfire with good food and drinks, but not sure this would scare more sensible people away who'd prefer a bit more civilisation.... Thoughts anyone?
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I'd be up for it...
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That could be quite fun, though I'd have to confess to my family that I've been talking money with strangers on the Internet ;-)
It's scenic enough where I live and the hiking is good too, but you wouldn't want to camp except in summer. Well, you might, but you'd be tougher than I am if you did.
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We're in Italy, so depending on the date and Ryan air fares, we might be interested in joining a Camp Mustache UK.
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We’d be interested in this too
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Yep may be up for this too
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Me too
Perhaps more Premier Inn than camping overnight, but these days it’s more about the facilities at night than saving a few quid. It’s my age rather than class you understand.
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Thanks all - going to see how many interested parties we get, then have a think what we could do 2018...
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That could be quite fun, though I'd have to confess to my family that I've been talking money with strangers on the Internet ;-)
This!
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That could be quite fun, though I'd have to confess to my family that I've been talking money with strangers on the Internet ;-)
This!
You know what, the internet thing I think is normal nowadays, but it's the *money* thing that's the stigma!
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That could be quite fun, though I'd have to confess to my family that I've been talking money with strangers on the Internet ;-)
This!
You know what, the internet thing I think is normal nowadays, but it's the *money* thing that's the stigma!
Yes, exactly so. The information we sometimes give out here is so personal, other family members may not understand that the support and exchange of views we get here is of real benefit to us.
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That could be quite fun, though I'd have to confess to my family that I've been talking money with strangers on the Internet ;-)
This!
You know what, the internet thing I think is normal nowadays, but it's the *money* thing that's the stigma!
Yes, exactly so. The information we sometimes give out here is so personal, other family members may not understand that the support and exchange of views we get here is of real benefit to us.
Absolutely this. I mentioned to someone that I laid all my spending out for Internet people to go over, and they were really weirded out by it. But the suggestions I got over the Internet were much better than the ones in real life.
I'd be up for a camp in 2018, anything from muddy field right up to budget hotel.
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I'd definitely be interested. Somewhere fairly accessible via train or National Express would be ideal for those of us who don't drive much.
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Count me in!
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Hi all, just signed up on the forum and from the UK. A meet up sounds like a great idea. If the dates fell into place I would be up for it. Is there a place on the forum where UK people hang out?
Cheers
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Hi all, just signed up on the forum and from the UK. A meet up sounds like a great idea. If the dates fell into place I would be up for it. Is there a place on the forum where UK people hang out?
Cheers
It's here! Apparently, the requests for a UK-only forum were answered with the UK tax forum. We discuss anything UK here, no need for tax-only threads. Welcome 😊
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Posting to follow. UK based and interested.
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I'm interested.
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Maybe?
I haven't read much about the North American camps, but I wonder whether the equivalent here might be an outdoor adventure centre? They are usually for kids, but a date during school term (exam time?) might be possible.
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Cool, what a fabulous response - so much that I think I will formally commit to organising and Informal Camp Mustashe UK/ Weekend Meet up in 2018.
Ideas I've had so far
- Taking it literally, and having a weekend camping (campsite with toilets/showers); this would need to be in the summer, and would rely on some decent weather - guesstimate price £10/person/night
- Off season you can hire whole youth hostels for bargainous prices, which gives you lounge/kitchen etc - guesstimate price £30/room/night
- Searching for other group accommodation / AirBnB / outdoor bound centres etc.
I want to keep it open and inclusive, so all Mustachian's are welcome, from beginners to advanced, and on the locations, I'm thinking countryside rather than urban. I'm London based and happy to drive / picking up people from stations, and happy to travel as far as the West Country / Peak District / Lakes.
So if you are interested please let me know your thoughts, then we can get some dates pencilled in diaries.
- What part of the country are you based?
- Where are you prepared to travel to?
- Would you come to a camping outing?
- Would you come to a hostelling outing?
- Any other ideas?
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Cool, what a fabulous response - so much that I think I will formally commit to organising and Informal Camp Mustashe UK/ Weekend Meet up in 2018.
Ideas I've had so far
- Taking it literally, and having a weekend camping (campsite with toilets/showers); this would need to be in the summer, and would rely on some decent weather - guesstimate price £10/person/night
- Off season you can hire whole youth hostels for bargainous prices, which gives you lounge/kitchen etc - guesstimate price £30/room/night
- Searching for other group accommodation / AirBnB / outdoor bound centres etc.
I want to keep it open and inclusive, so all Mustachian's are welcome, from beginners to advanced, and on the locations, I'm thinking countryside rather than urban. I'm London based and happy to drive / picking up people from stations, and happy to travel as far as the West Country / Peak District / Lakes.
So if you are interested please let me know your thoughts, then we can get some dates pencilled in diaries.
- What part of the country are you based?
- Where are you prepared to travel to?
- Would you come to a camping outing?
- Would you come to a hostelling outing?
- Any other ideas?
1. Peak District
2. I have an obvious preference here, but realistically I'd travel to most of England.
3. Yep, no problem with camping
4. Wouldn't mind a hostel, but I'd rather not share a bed with anyone other than the missus.
5. Local youth hostels seem to be £19ish per person per night if you book the whole thing, which I'd be happy to pay. I also wouldn't mind picking people up from the nearest train/bus station if the camp's a bit out of the way.
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I'm in Cambridgeshire.
Most of England is fine, I'd be hesitant about going further north than Middlesbrough or further west than Bath.
Camping is fine, but I'd like to do something sooner than camping-season if possible.
Hostelling is fine.
I've had good luck renting out big houses on AirBnB. We could have a mix of private and twin rooms but share bathrooms and a kitchen. It can work out cheaper than hostels and gives a bit more personal space.
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Take all this with the caveat that I'm actually supposed to be giving birth in April 2018 so, er, probably won't come this time! But in the interests of polling UK Mustachians in general and with an eye to future years...
What part of the country are you based? - London
Where are you prepared to travel to? - It's not so much the distance as the ease of travel. Happy to sit on a single train to Penzance, not happy to get a train and three local buses to get to Bude. However, I imagine a few people might be going from London area so perhaps someone might take it upon themselves to drive. Somewhere like the Peak District in roughly the middle of the country seems fairest.
Would you come to a camping outing? - I...dunno. I've never actually been camping. Depends on the setup/specific facilities. Probably not.
Would you come to a hostelling outing? - This is more my style. Indoors and with proper toilets. :) And presumably a communal kitchen? I'd be happy to share a twin room but probably not to sleep in a larger dormitory-style room.
Any other ideas? Strong preference for somewhere rural! Obviously this makes it less easy to travel to, but I think it would be really nice. Bonus points if we are actually allowed to light a campfire! Also, based on having organised similar outings myself in the past, be a total hardass with getting people to commit and pay. You sign up by X date or you're not coming. The money is sitting in my account on X date or you're not coming. It's be much less stressful for you.
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Thanks elementz, PwF & Slhe_lives_the_dream...
I like these places, but they feel a bit too remote for a weekend...
http://exclusive-hire.yha.org.uk/properties/england/yha-honister-hause
http://exclusive-hire.yha.org.uk/properties/england/yha-langdon-beck
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Thanks elementz, PwF & Slhe_lives_the_dream...
I like these places, but they feel a bit too remote for a weekend...
http://exclusive-hire.yha.org.uk/properties/england/yha-honister-hause
http://exclusive-hire.yha.org.uk/properties/england/yha-langdon-beck
If it's going to be remote, maybe consider tacking on the price of large-car/minibus hire locally, for taking people to/from the train station.
I think 30 people might be optimistic, don't be afraid to broaden your search until we have solid numbers.
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Thanks elementz, PwF & Slhe_lives_the_dream...
I like these places, but they feel a bit too remote for a weekend...
http://exclusive-hire.yha.org.uk/properties/england/yha-honister-hause
http://exclusive-hire.yha.org.uk/properties/england/yha-langdon-beck
If it's going to be remote, maybe consider tacking on the price of large-car/minibus hire locally, for taking people to/from the train station.
I think 30 people might be optimistic, don't be afraid to broaden your search until we have solid numbers.
Ha ha to filling it with 30 people - whilst that would be dirt cheap, that's my idea of hell.
I'm thinking more along the lines of 8 rooms filled with only one or two people!
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Bonus points if we are actually allowed to light a campfire!
+1 On the campfire or wood burner!!!
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What part of the country are you based? Midlands
Where are you prepared to travel to? Anywhere
Would you come to a camping outing? Maybe
Would you come to a hostelling outing? Definitely, and this is our preferred.
Any other ideas?
If we could bring children that would be good. Also, if we can share as a family, rather than a dormitory type thing that would be preferred.
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If we could bring children that would be good. Also, if we can share as a family, rather than a dormitory type thing that would be preferred.
All are welcome, kids, families, singles, couples or any other combinations. And dogs if we're camping or the place is dog friendly.
If we hostel, I would definitely arrange it on a per room basis, you 'buy' the room and fill it with roommates of your choice - family, lover, friend, yourself etc.
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Bonus points if we are actually allowed to light a campfire!
+1 On the campfire or wood burner!!!
I like / love the idea of a campfire ..... sitting round the fire enjoying a drink is bliss....if you have someone who knows how to tend it properly!
Once hired a lovely log cabin, with great wood burning fireplace with an ex. We spent hours trying to get it lit...ended up googling it, and searching the woods outside for suitable kindling. I had no idea it was so complicated... and it was very hard work!
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Bonus points if we are actually allowed to light a campfire!
+1 On the campfire or wood burner!!!
I like / love the idea of a campfire ..... sitting round the fire enjoying a drink is bliss....if you have someone who knows how to tend it properly!
Once hired a lovely log cabin, with great wood burning fireplace with an ex. We spent hours trying to get it lit...ended up googling it, and searching the woods outside for suitable kindling. I had no idea it was so complicated... and it was very hard work!
I have these skills.
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Bonus points if we are actually allowed to light a campfire!
+1 On the campfire or wood burner!!!
I like / love the idea of a campfire ..... sitting round the fire enjoying a drink is bliss....if you have someone who knows how to tend it properly!
Once hired a lovely log cabin, with great wood burning fireplace with an ex. We spent hours trying to get it lit...ended up googling it, and searching the woods outside for suitable kindling. I had no idea it was so complicated... and it was very hard work!
I have these skills.
You have now been elevated to hero status PwF.
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FYI: not that I imagine I'll be coming in 2018, but if dogs are allowed then bear in mind that some people (me!) are kind of scared of dogs. Not that we need to ban dogs because of that, but please don't bring your super-energetic dog and immediately let it off the lead to run free the whole time. And even if you're bringing your super-chill elderly dog whose idea of a great time is a nap followed by another nap, just be thoughtful. I'm quite happy to wear a big badge saying "Dogs make me nervous" the whole time to 'out' me, but there may be others.
ETA: I'm saying this not because I think people will be jerks, but because I'm aware that the afraid-of-dogs thing genuinely doesn't occur to most people unless it's brought up.
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It looks like most people don't fancy camping, but thought I'd put it out there anyway:
I have shares in a 10 acre orchard in South Derbyshire with toilet, kitchen, campfire (NO showers, no running water). Price is £40 per night for the site and two tents, £5 per additional tent. So if there were 10 people in 5 tents, it's £5.50 per person per night. 16 people in 8 tents is under a fiver each.
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What part of the country are you based? The far South-West
Where are you prepared to travel to? Closer the better? But would consider anywhere.
Would you come to a camping outing? Only if it's warm out.
Would you come to a hostelling outing? Yes.
Any other ideas?
I do have an elderly dog who would probably come (sorry, shelivesthedream), although he and I could stay off site as needed.
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I do have an elderly dog who would probably come (sorry, shelivesthedream), although he and I could stay off site as needed.
I really don't want to put people off bringing their dogs! I sure they are lovely dogs and you are considerate owners, and both you and your dog can behave appropriately around people who are a bit scared. It's just I often find that it doesn't occur to people that a grown-up woman might still have an irrational childhood nervousness around ALL dogs. Once I mention it people are usually very nice and make an effort to direct the dog towards people who are delighted to see it (or at least don't mind it), but they can't do that if I don't let them know, and I don't expect people to be mind-readers.
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Whoops sorry I forgot to answer the questions.
What part of the country are you based? South East
Where are you prepared to travel to? Most places in England.
Would you come to a camping outing? Maybe. I don’t own much kit.
Would you come to a hostelling outing? Yes.
Any other ideas?
I don’t have any pets. I’m not great around large dogs, lions, snakes or wasps. I’m on my own so may feel guilty at taking up a whole room if it was that sort of set up!
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What part of the country are you based? London
Where are you prepared to travel to? Agreed with Shelivesthedream, I'd pretty much go anywhere so long as I didn't have take 6 busses to get there. 6 hours on a train I could do though (ie St Ives, Edinburgh etc).
Would you come to a camping outing? Yes so long as it's warm out. If this was the case, I think a back up plan would be needed in case it's raining. From experience camping in the rain/drizzle is no fun.
Would you come to a hostelling outing? Yes.
Any other ideas?
I don't mind pets, dogs cats etc.
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I’m based in the Midlands, happy to travel, love camping even in the rain, hostel is fine too although no camp fire :-(
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I do have an elderly dog who would probably come (sorry, shelivesthedream), although he and I could stay off site as needed.
I really don't want to put people off bringing their dogs! I sure they are lovely dogs and you are considerate owners, and both you and your dog can behave appropriately around people who are a bit scared. It's just I often find that it doesn't occur to people that a grown-up woman might still have an irrational childhood nervousness around ALL dogs. Once I mention it people are usually very nice and make an effort to direct the dog towards people who are delighted to see it (or at least don't mind it), but they can't do that if I don't let them know, and I don't expect people to be mind-readers.
Of course my dog is The Best Dog In All The WorldTM, but you are quite right to point out that dogs are not for everyone. I'm a firm believer in dogs Having Their Place, and knowing how people feel in advance helps me to ensure that their Place does not interfere with humans. So thanks to you (and never give up) for enabling me to plan proper arrangements.
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I do have an elderly dog who would probably come (sorry, shelivesthedream), although he and I could stay off site as needed.
I really don't want to put people off bringing their dogs! I sure they are lovely dogs and you are considerate owners, and both you and your dog can behave appropriately around people who are a bit scared. It's just I often find that it doesn't occur to people that a grown-up woman might still have an irrational childhood nervousness around ALL dogs. Once I mention it people are usually very nice and make an effort to direct the dog towards people who are delighted to see it (or at least don't mind it), but they can't do that if I don't let them know, and I don't expect people to be mind-readers.
Of course my dog is The Best Dog In All The WorldTM, but you are quite right to point out that dogs are not for everyone. I'm a firm believer in dogs Having Their Place, and knowing how people feel in advance helps me to ensure that their Place does not interfere with humans. So thanks to you (and never give up) for enabling me to plan proper arrangements.
:)
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- What part of the country are you based?
- Where are you prepared to travel to?
- Would you come to a camping outing?
- Would you come to a hostelling outing?
- Any other ideas?
- I’m based on the South Coast - I can see the Isle of Wight on a clear day!
- Travel radius ideally no more than 4 hours driving, which would take me into deepest Midlands. But obviously open - I have been know to travel to North Wales, stay a night, and drive home!
- Camping - yes, why not. I was a Scout many years ago, how hard can it be?!
- Hostelling - ooh, toilets and everything - even better!
- Happy to meet for a beer or coffee to natter, plan or whatever if that helps. I’m in London some days if that’s more central.
The key thing is to get the time booked sooner rather than later. Family diary commitments tend to go in early. Strangely, a Thurs/Fri meet might actually work better.
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Thanks for all your input, I agree getting dates sorted is the key - I've got some options for a hostelling outing early in 2018. Again all people (big people and little people) are welcome, dogs by negotiation with all attendees.
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Since many of you are UK based - I have a question:
Is there a brokerage in the UK that's like Vanguard in the US? I want to point my friend to a low cost brokerage where she can buy low cost index funds. But I've no idea about UK investing.
Thanks!
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We just got Vanguard! It isn't the best choice for everyone. Here is a good table from Monevator (http://monevator.com/compare-uk-cheapest-online-brokers/)
Remember to suggest an ISA (S&S, not Cash) if she is eligible to open one. And there is no way of getting money out of our pension accounts early.
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Hello,
First time poster here (have been lurking for a while). I am not sure how this works and if people get notified when there is a new post on this thread? It has been inactive for a while. Anyway, we are in West Yorkshire and would be interested in a camp FI of any sort; hostels, cheap hotels or camping. The only thing is the we might have to bring the kids (reasonably well behaved 5 and 7 yrs old). Does anyone have a problem with that? We could always put them in a play pen with the dogs (joking! but.. kids would love it, not sure about the dogs ;-)
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I just wanted to resurrect this thread by saying I'm about to move to the UK and I would be interested in attending a Camp Mustache there.
What part of the country are you based? : Cambridge
Where are you prepared to travel to? : With enough notice and a train timetable in hand, pretty much anywhere
Would you come to a camping outing? : Yes!
Would you come to a hostelling outing? : Also yes.
Any other ideas? : I attended the inaugural Camp Mustache Canada last year, which was amazing. If anyone is considering organising a UK version, I can say that lining up top notch speakers is probably not as important as you think. It was great having interesting, informative, lively keynotes and talks, but the time in between to mingle and chat to fellow attendees was really what made it for me. Obviously some sort of draw helps, but it definitely doesn't have to be the only focus.
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Ooh I must have missed this earlier. If this is still on the cards for this year / next, or even just for future ideas, here's my response
What part of the country are you based? South Yorkshire
Where are you prepared to travel to? Anywhere really.
Would you come to a camping outing? Absolutely
Would you come to a hostelling outing? Absolutely - bloody love a good YHA, me
Any other ideas? May be worth narrowing down locations to places easily accessible by train?
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Ooh I must have missed this earlier. If this is still on the cards for this year / next, or even just for future ideas, here's my response
What part of the country are you based? South Yorkshire
Where are you prepared to travel to? Anywhere really.
Would you come to a camping outing? Absolutely
Would you come to a hostelling outing? Absolutely - bloody love a good YHA, me
Any other ideas? May be worth narrowing down locations to places easily accessible by train?
Also missed this, same answers!
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Updated answers with baby in hand!
Still in London. Can totally travel with baby. Definitely no camping, would need a single room so the baby doesn't bother anyone - but he's very portable! Ease of travel still main factor in acceptable distance. Still keen for a campfire!
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Yes, still up for this. YHA in Cambridge is available in November atm. I reckon we could get at least 10 people along.
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Hello, I've just registered :) I didn't realise there was a UK MMM forum. I would be up for this, however I'm in the Highlands so a bit of a trek to get to most places. The Highlands are very nice though and may fit the cheap (or even free) camping bill :)
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I would like to to join in any festivities.
Based in East Midlands but happy to travel...even up to the lovely Highlands!
It would be very interesting to meet some like-minded folk and share wisdom!
Don’t mind camping but also happy to spring for some YHA/budget accommodation with a roof and a bed.
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Dreams & Discoveries (who started this thread) seems to no longer post here, now that she has a (very good) blog of her own :-)
So, someone else needs to take a lead to organise (quickly takes a step back...)
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That’s interesting. Thanks cerat0n1a. Her posts were always very informative as well as frequent. I was a bit worried when she suddenly stopped posting. Good to know she is ok. Do you have a link to the blog please cerat0n1a?
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I might be interested in attending if it was in a place I could get to without ruining my travel budget, and on a weekend or something so it wouldn't ruin my earnings. I'm based in north west England.
(Definitely not interested in running the thing. Just putting that out there.)
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That’s interesting. Thanks cerat0n1a. Her posts were always very informative as well as frequent. I was a bit worried when she suddenly stopped posting. Good to know she is ok. Do you have a link to the blog please cerat0n1a?
The fact that she never posted a link on here herself makes me think that I probably ought not to.
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Sure yes I understand cerat0n1a, no probs
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I'm east midlands based, and don't do camping.
This same topic seems to be coming up on the UK Mustachians facebook group. If it goes anywhere I'll post here.
Basically I'd love to meet UK people doing this, as there can't be many of us. Whether it is a 1 day meetup or a multi day event, that's fine either way!
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@UK Dancer (and anyone else who lives oop north) - it looks like a meetup of the Choose FI Yorkshire group is going to be organised soon; will post the details when it's confirmed!
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I'd be interested in this - happy to camp or hostel it up, and not too fussed on distance
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Would be interested in a meetup. Based just outside of London.
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Sorry to resurrect an old thread. Looking through this it seems everyone was dead set on a camping or hostelling trip, but that seems like a big first step.
What about just a simple meetup? Would anyone be interested in meeting, maybe one down south if there's already a good Yorkshire meet up going?
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What about just a simple meetup? Would anyone be interested in meeting, maybe one down south if there's already a good Yorkshire meet up going?
Up for that
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Following :)
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Also happy to join a meetup.
Although I'm in London :)
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There's a London meet-up that is arranged by Barney aka The Escape Artist and I think Ken from The Humble Penny. Last one was yesterday.
I'll post the details for the next one here once details are available.
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There's a London meet-up that is arranged by Barney aka The Escape Artist and I think Ken from The Humble Penny. Last one was yesterday.
I'll post the details for the next one here once details are available.
That's great, thank you! Was that for the documentary showing? Just had a look.
It'd be nice to make use of the summer weather and meet in a park or something if we can!
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Yes, yesterday was the documentary showing.
Previous meet ups have been in beer gardens. I'm going to try and get to the next one, hope to see you there! : )
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Hi all, new here! I'm Craig, a 31 year old Scientist who works in Oxford. I'm originally from Yorkshire. I'd be up for a meet up potentially
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Yes, yesterday was the documentary showing.
Previous meet ups have been in beer gardens. I'm going to try and get to the next one, hope to see you there! : )
Where can I see those meetups? Happy to join everyone at a beer garden
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Hi all, there is a meet-up in Edinburgh on Friday 23rd August, 6pm – 11pm at The Shakespeare Pub, 65 Lothian Road, Edinburgh EH1
(https://theescapeartist.me/meetup/)
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ooh thanks for the link! I may be able to make that.
Though I do reserve the right to grumble about the logic behind a financial independence meet up at a pub in edinburgh during the festival season.
*wanders off muttering about ridiculous over-inflated drinks prices*
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Hi, just seen that the venue for the Edinburgh meet up has been changed.
There has also been a Manchester meet up arranged. I saw the details on The Escape Artist's blog.
https://theescapeartist.me/meetup/