England v Wales 9. Chesil Cove, Sunday 19th July.

[patester]

The 'England v Wales 9' venue is... Chesil Cove, Dorset on Sunday JULY 19th.

Pub on the beach.

Fishing from 11am till 5pm.

A variety of fish available inc Triggers, Black Bream, Gurnard, Bass etc.

Details of the few rules to follow......

Get your names down on this thread for a fun,social, meet and greet....:laugh:

Some general rules.................

no limit on rods or hooks.

all fish to be treated with respect, measure and return unless for the pot.

leave no litter.

meet as near to the beach/car park as possible for team pics,head count and score sheet allocation between 10 and 11am.

bring a measure and a pencil/pen.

mackerel do not count.

no entrance fee.

raffle on the day.... please bring along something as a prize.( bottle-pack of hooks-anything)

all proceeds will be presented to Trudie Ching
Dementia Support Manager
Alzheimers Society Sir Gar
Carers Information Room
Caebryn
Prince Philip Hospital
Llanelli
SA14 8QF

a local support group for alzheimer sufferers.

the dai english trophy will be presented to the angler with the 'best fish' on the day (decided by the both cpt's)

the average length rule will once again decide the winning team.

[Ian Houlton]

there are a few campsites in the area obviously, although none right next to the venue. Some of them even cater for old people so thats good for a few of you
the fishing will be pretty good there to be fair and a offers a lot more scope than Seatown.
Ragworm and fish baits would be best.

map is here (http://maps.live.com/default.aspx?v=2&FORM=LMLTCP&cp=50.561609~-2.451024&style=h&lvl=16&tilt=-90&dir=0&alt=-1000&phx=0&phy=0&phscl=1&encType=1)If you look at the map and use the Esplanade as a waypoint, you will see the pub just below the word esplanade (left as you look at it from the water)
there is a small carpark for a few cars just further down, and to the right of the pup there are two larger carparks available. Bags of room in fact.
Dennings tackle is on the way to the venue at wyke Regis and thier number for ordering bait is
01305 783145 Paul is a pretty decent bloke, excellent angler and the shop is geared more for the experienced angler as apposed to the tourist trade. Top shop and good bait.
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[The VooDoo Bus Man]

Names by Pm to team Captain PAT

[bobby1951]

yep ill be there if only to anoy ian houlton and take some dosh off him just to let you know ian i never lose away from home:victory::whistling:roll1:really looking forward to this meet if anybody knows of the contact numbers for the nearest camp site and then i can book in soon enough tightlines.bob
there are a few campsites in the area obviously, although none right next to the venue. Some of them even cater for old people so thats good for a few of you
the fishing will be pretty good there to be fair and a offers a lot more scope than Seatown.
Ragworm and fish baits would be best.

map is here (http://maps.live.com/default.aspx?v=2&FORM=LMLTCP&cp=50.561609~-2.451024&style=h&lvl=16&tilt=-90&dir=0&alt=-1000&phx=0&phy=0&phscl=1&encType=1)If you look at the map and use the Esplanade as a waypoint, you will see the pub just below the word esplanade (left as you look at it from the water)
there is a small carpark for a few cars just further down, and to the right of the pup there are two larger carparks available. Bags of room in fact.
Dennings tackle is on the way to the venue at wyke Regis and thier number for ordering bait is
01305 783145 Paul is a pretty decent bloke, excellent angler and the shop is geared more for the experienced angler as apposed to the tourist trade. Top shop and good bait.
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[Ian Houlton]

0800 096 0085
All the info you need there mate and deals with everything you need.
cheap as well

[patester]

I'm poking round this one at the moment.... waiting for an e-mail back from them.

http://www.iknow-dorset.co.uk/accommodation/24282-pebble_bank_caravan_park-wyke_regis.htm

I'll update information when I recieve it.

[deano]

put me as def pat,,sure the other chaps so you could have another 6 will be along as well..i have even booked the day off,,,,one of my favourite venues,,,,,,,,
would be nice to start fishing at day break........as the fish tend to come alive then,,,plus you will have an empty beach to choose a spot...only a suggestion pat,,

[patester]

put me as def pat,,sure the other chaps so you could have another 6 will be along as well..i have even booked the day off,,,,one of my favourite venues,,,,,,,,
would be nice to start fishing at day break........as the fish tend to come alive then,,,plus you will have an empty beach to choose a spot...only a suggestion pat,,


Nice one Deano....... can you imagine me trying to 'kick-start' the Welsh team at 5 in the morning.....:roll1:

I'll have a word around though.

Nothing stopping anyone fishing early doors though mucca.

The main reason for the later start was to catch the tide coming in, if this makes little difference to the fishing we could shave an hour off the start time....:marinheir

[deano]

Ok pat..no worries mate,,

[patester]

Bong !............. 'The Meets and Matches graveyard' bell tolls.:unsure:

[porky]

i hope you got my name down pat was going to try and get some goerge cross bowler hats what do you think ?and how many?:victory:


ps have you seen there team ?looks like they got the big guns out for this one:victory:

[patester]

i hope you got my name down pat was going to try and get some goerge cross bowler hats what do you think ?and how many?:victory:


ps have you seen there team ?looks like they got the big guns out for this one:victory:

Got a little plan along those lines as well mucca, I'm getting 15 caps made and selling them for the charity, how about you doing the same ?

As long as they don't exceed 3 to 1, we'll walk it mate.:victory:

[bobbage]

I'll try and make this one, hope there's more fish than Ginst Point...

[patester]

I'll try and make this one, hope there's more fish than Ginst Point...

Cheers mucca........ I think there'll be fish there.:laugh:

[patester]

Patester
RegVoodoobusman
Blankerman
Brickie
Mrs Brickie
Matt Barton
Rcamilleri
Ian Houlton
Deano
Bobbage
Porky
Little nipper
Bobby1951
Birds_nest
Ohter

[little nipper]

hi pat m8 don't forget little nipper :bounce:
thanks m8 see you there
CHEERS:fishing1: TIGHTLINES.

[patester]

hi pat m8 don't forget little nipper :bounce:
thanks m8 see you there
CHEERS:fishing1: TIGHTLINES.

How could I forget you ????????:laugh:

[Woodster]

Pat,

Team Woodster will be there,

Little Woodster a lot happier now that he is going to school in England in September and does not ever have to learn Welsh again.:clap2:

Bring it on

Team Woodster

[patester]

Pat,

Team Woodster will be there,

Little Woodster a lot happier now that he is going to school in England in September and does not ever have to learn Welsh again.:clap2:

Bring it on

Team Woodster

Great news Woody........... see you soon mucca.:victory:
Patester
RegVoodoobusman
Blankerman
Brickie
Mrs Brickie
Matt Barton
Rcamilleri
Ian Houlton
Deano
Bobbage
Porky
Little nipper
Bobby1951
Birds_nest
Ohter
Woodster
Little Woodster.
Minimal Effort.

[mosseydog]

Would have liked to have come but its my sons 7th Birthday and "Apparently" plans are not including a birthday at the Beech, so good luck to all.

[Andy ILSF]

I'll try and make this one, hope there's more fish than Ginst Point...

well we all caught!!!lol..

[patester]

Minimal Effort to Team England..............:1a::1a::1a:

[Minimal Effort]

Cheers Pat, i'll do me best!!


Minimal Effort to Team England..............:1a::1a::1a:

[patester]

Cheers Pat, i'll do me best!!

You know it makes sense mate..................:laugh:

[bobby1951]

time draws near not a big team signed up yet but it looks like a true english blue blood quality angling team to me looks like i will only need to fish with one rod and i may use bait and a hook on second thoughts no hook or bait give andy and his team a chance tightlines.bob

[patester]

Your all heart Bobby......... :thumbs::fishing:

[Minimal Effort]

Being a Bristol City Fan I have no blue blood in me whatsoever, I can prove it!!!!!



time draws near not a big team signed up yet but it looks like a true english blue blood quality angling team to me looks like i will only need to fish with one rod and i may use bait and a hook on second thoughts no hook or bait give andy and his team a chance tightlines.bob

[patester]

Patester
RegVoodoobusman
Blankerman
Brickie
Mrs Brickie
Matt Barton
Rcamilleri
Ian Houlton
Deano
Bobbage
Porky
Little nipper
Bobby1951
Birds_nest
Ohter
Woodster
Little Woodster.
Minimal Effort.
leecb05
Crazyplums

[bobby1951]

well lads and lasses on both teams its with a sad heart i had to phone our captain pat yesterday to say i cannot attend the england wales match on the 19th some thing has come up that i cant get out of i have been looking forward to this meet i was makeing it one of my holidays but needs must i know you lads and lasses will have a good un i will see some of you at the tri nations meet wild horses wont keep me away all the best and tightlines to all but tighter ones to

england

[patester]

well lads and lasses on both teams its with a sad heart i had to phone our captain pat yesterday to say i cannot attend the england wales match on the 19th some thing has come up that i cant get out of i have been looking forward to this meet i was makeing it one of my holidays but needs must i know you lads and lasses will have a good un i will see some of you at the tri nations meet wild horses wont keep me away all the best and tightlines to all but tighter ones to

england

:cry::cry: We'll win it for you Bobby.:1a:

[paul brickie 06]

shall we get a cardboard cut-out of bobby and stand it on the beach next to us cos it just won't feel right if he aint there


besides the cardboard version has more chance of catching than the real one:laugh:

[crazyplums]

looks like we're all heading down for a weekends camping (mrs plums and the plumlets), any decent reasonably prices sites near to the venue?

cheers,
Hugh

[Kep]

Pat

put me down as a possible but will have to look at my calendar when I get back to work although I think I may be at sea or travelling back.

[patester]

looks like we're all heading down for a weekends camping (mrs plums and the plumlets), any decent reasonably prices sites near to the venue?

cheers,
Hugh

Found these Hugh...........http://www.seabarnfarm.co.uk/

[patester]

Pat

put me down as a possible but will have to look at my calendar when I get back to work although I think I may be at sea or travelling back.

:victory::victory::victory: Ok mate.....

[patester]

Patester
RegVoodoobusman
Blankerman
Brickie
Mrs Brickie
Matt Barton
Rcamilleri
Ian Houlton
Deano
Bobbage
Porky
Little nipper
Bobby1951
Birds_nest
Ohter
Woodster
Little Woodster.
Minimal Effort.
leecb05
Crazyplums
Kep

[crazyplums]

Found these Hugh...........http://www.seabarnfarm.co.uk/

thanks mate, i'll give em a call, how far is it to the venue from there? any ideas?

Hugh

[patester]

thanks mate, i'll give em a call, how far is it to the venue from there? any ideas?

Hugh

I'm not sure Hugh, can't be more than a mile or two..... there's, unfortunately, no site closer I think.

[crazyplums]

that's fine, we'll be making a weekend of it anyways! cheers, Hugh

[crazyplums]

right then, campsite is booked fri pm til monday, mrs has booked time off, i'll just have to tell customers to sod off, and i'm lookin forward to this now!

what bait then chaps?

crab, rag, lug, macky, squid, cuttle and sandeel all at my disposal!

[patester]

right then, campsite is booked fri pm til monday, mrs has booked time off, i'll just have to tell customers to sod off, and i'm lookin forward to this now!

what bait then chaps?

crab, rag, lug, macky, squid, cuttle and sandeel all at my disposal!

Good question Hugh.......... anybody ?:)

[crazyplums]

Good question Hugh.......... anybody ?:)

looks like i'll be bringing everything then!!

looks like mrs plums is dropping out due to work commitments but, me and the kids will still be there!

[Ian Houlton]

looks like i'll be bringing everything then!!

looks like mrs plums is dropping out due to work commitments but, me and the kids will still be there!

rag, squid and macky, plus summat else that I will tell you when we next speak.

[crazyplums]

rag, squid and macky, plus summat else that I will tell you when we next speak.

you were serious about the butter beans soaked in octopus flavour carp stuff then?

[deano]

And don't forget the welsh black lug,,,,killer bait,pully rigs with 6/0 hooks and plenty rotten bottoms,,,

[crazyplums]

And don't forget the welsh black lug,,,,killer bait,pully rigs with 6/0 hooks and plenty rotten bottoms,,,

i thought of that but, the kittens i saved from the pond are just big enough for pennel baits, top bait i hear?

[Birds_nest]

i thought of that but, the kittens i saved from the pond are just big enough for pennel baits, top bait i hear?


Dont forget your 200lb wire and Baloons !!!

Not long now guys :victory:

[patester]

Spotted this chap this morning and was impressed with his baseball cap.

anyone know where i can get one and contribute to charity at the same time ?

http://i73.photobucket.com/albums/i219/patester/Picture003.jpg
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http://i73.photobucket.com/albums/i219/patester/Picture001.jpg

[The VooDoo Bus Man]

Very nice captain. Have already posted my order over in landlocked!
Anybody got any secret tips on rigs and baits don't be shy PM ME PLEASE!

[patester]

http://i73.photobucket.com/albums/i219/patester/Image070.jpg

[Another Frank]

http://i73.photobucket.com/albums/i219/patester/Image070.jpg

Hi Pat
hope to be down that way over the same weekend so would like to fish for the mighty 3 lions. Any info on type of ground, baits etc etc .FRANK

[The VooDoo Bus Man]

Frank I have been asking the same ? and no one is responding!

[Another Frank]

Frank I have been asking the same ? and no one is responding!
Hello mate i had a pm about it, seems like general fishing . Bream ,dogs , smuts , gars and the like. Mostly clean ground and very deep water , hope this helps but i have never fished this mark either . FRANK

[patester]

welcome another frank to team england..............:victory:

i'll be pushing for any general tips for that beach today mate..... i will post up anything we need to know.:victory:

[patester]

Patester
RegVoodoobusman
Blankerman
Brickie
Mrs Brickie
Matt Barton
Rcamilleri
Ian Houlton
Deano
Bobbage
Porky
Little nipper
Bobby1951
Birds_nest
Ohter
Woodster
Little Woodster.
Minimal Effort.
leecb05
Crazyplums
Kep
Another Frank

[The VooDoo Bus Man]

Patester
RegVoodoobusman
Blankerman
Brickie
Mrs Brickie
Matt Barton
Rcamilleri
Ian Houlton
Deano
Bobbage
Porky
Little nipper
Bobby1951
Birds_nest
Ohter
Woodster
Little Woodster.
Minimal Effort.
leecb05
Crazyplums
Kep
Another Frank

You forgot out TEAM MASCOT MAD STEVE WOOD

[patester]

oops! he's unforgettable.:crazy:

[patester]

Some general rules.................

no limit on rods or hooks.

all fish to be treated with respect, measure and return unless for the pot.

leave no litter.

meet as near to the beach/car park as possible for team pics,head count and score sheet allocation between 10 and 11am.

bring a measure and a pencil/pen.

mackerel do not count.

no entrance fee.

raffle on the day.... please bring along something as a prize.( bottle-pack of hooks-anything)

all proceeds will be presented to Trudie Ching
Dementia Support Manager
Alzheimers Society Sir Gar
Carers Information Room
Caebryn
Prince Philip Hospital
Llanelli
SA14 8QF

a local support group for alzheimer sufferers.

the dai english trophy will be presented to the angler with the 'best fish' on the day (decided by both cpt's)

the average length rule will once again decide the winning team.

[crazyplums]

ok, not trying to cause ructions or owt but, as i'm new to these matches i'm gonna ask....


if it's a comp, why "any amount of rods"? i could turn up thurs night and set out 30 rods with the kids! surely a 2 limit would make more sense?

i say that cos if my lad thinks he can have as many rods as he likes, there'll be no room in the car for camping gear!

also, why average length? i've never understood that system. surely if people use a length to points system it it a lot fairer, with length only a 2lb eel would beat a 10lb bass! is biggest fish weight or length? if it's length then it's not particularly erm.. fair i guess is the word i'm thinking of!


don't want to sound sour or negative, just curious as to why the rules are as they are?

guess i'll be fishing for gar and eels all day!



just to clarify, with my prizes... biggest fish means heaviest or, we can work it out on the length to points cart.

[patester]

ok, not trying to cause ructions or owt but, as i'm new to these matches i'm gonna ask....


if it's a comp, why "any amount of rods"? i could turn up thurs night and set out 30 rods with the kids! surely a 2 limit would make more sense?

due to the 'friendly meet and greet' concept of these meets, it's never entered our heads to fish more than two rods hugh.
it's not a comp as such see ?
the actual fishing takes 2nd place to the banter for quite a few of us.


i say that cos if my lad thinks he can have as many rods as he likes, there'll be no room in the car for camping gear!

i've a nice shogun for sale mate....:spiteful:

also, why average length? i've never understood that system. surely if people use a length to points system it it a lot fairer, with length only a 2lb eel would beat a 10lb bass! is biggest fish weight or length? if it's length then it's not particularly erm.. fair i guess is the word i'm thinking of!

from the start we've used a measure and release system, recently we've introduced a team average system to iron out any numerical advantage for either team.
we've discussed the garfish situation and there could be a late decision pending to limit the number countable, i'm awaiting andy's thoughts on that.

the 'best' fish will win the dai english trophy not necessarily the longest mate, so the aforementioned bass would be the winner in my eyes.


don't want to sound sour or negative, just curious as to why the rules are as they are?

guess i'll be fishing for gar and eels all day!



just to clarify, with my prizes... biggest fish means heaviest or, we can work it out on the length to points cart.

lost me there ( not difficult):roll1:

[sabretooth]

lost me there ( not difficult):roll1:

Pat Brickie lied to me. He said the rules were to help team taffs win !!

[patester]

Pat Brickie lied to me. He said the rules were to help team taffs win !!

team staffs dave, team staffs.:drunk:

[crazyplums]

much as i thought to be honest pat, couldn't see everyone with 4 rods out!

[patester]

much as i thought to be honest pat, couldn't see everyone with 4 rods out!

mind you........... i wouldn't put anything past the welsh rabble..............:drunk:

[OHTer]

mind you........... i wouldn't put anything past the welsh rabble..............:drunk:

Rumour has it theyre going down the night before to lay out a long-line. Andy has said that the first order on the day is to try n snag it :shutup:

[bobbage]

Well that's the GF dumped (birthday on the 18/7!) time off work sorted, hotel reserved and train tickets booked. Bring it on!




Go hard or go home.

[patester]

finer details will be pm'd later mucca.

congratulations on being single again..... :)

[patester]

interesting thread........http://www.worldseafishing.com/forums/showthread.php?t=189446

[patester]

wanttocatchbutcantcatch to team england.:victory:

[The VooDoo Bus Man]

interesting thread........http://www.worldseafishing.com/forums/showthread.php?t=189446

That really inspires a load of confidence ! I won't be using a shook leader that's for certain . Scratching rigs seem to be the order of the day. And I'll be fishing next to Blankerman who always seems able to catch a few tidlers against the odds!

[patester]

Patester
Mrs tester
Miss tester
Wilba
RegVoodoobusman
Petals Nursery
Blankerman
Brickie
Mrs Brickie
Matt Barton
Rcamilleri
Ian Houlton
Deano
Bobbage
Porky
Little nipper
Birds_nest
Ohter
Woodster
Little Woodster.
Minimal Effort.
leecb05
Crazyplums
Another Frank
wanttocatchbutcantcatch

[patester]

Due to rafts of weed being pushed into the Cove, the meet will be moved just down the road to


ABBOTSBURY.


Following the signs for ''THE SWANNERY'' OR '' SUB TROPICAL GARDENS'' IN ABBOTSBURY, WILL TAKE YOU TO THE BEACH CAR PARK.

POST CODE........................ DT3 4JG

EVERYTHING ELSE WILL REMAIN THE SAME.

APOLOGIES FOR THIS LATE CHANGE, AND FOR FISHING THE SAME BEACH AS LAST YEAR BUT WITH THE CAMPING SITUATION WE HAD LITTLE CHOICE.

LOADS OF CAR-PARKING AND A TOILET AVAILABLE HERE.

A STRONG CROSS WIND IS FORECAST SO A FORM OF SHELTER WOULD HELP.

SAME STRETCH OF BEACH, SAME FISH AVAILABLE................ CHEERS.

[deano]

Good call pat....lets hope that wind bu**ers off before ...

[patester]

Good call pat....lets hope that wind bu**ers off before ...

fingers crossed dean.........:1a:

12 mph westerlies on mine, which doesn't sound too bad.

[Birds_nest]

Dont forget your car park money :doh: From memory £3 for the day.

[crazyplums]

Pat,

where's the post in which i offered prizes? i can't remember what i said i'd put in!!! i have half an idea what it was but would like to be sure so i don't miss anything off that i might of said!

need to know asap as the heat press is making the leccy meter hot!!
Hugh

edit, too late then, prizes now ready,

biggest fish (heaviest).
Full set of 12" mighty bright reflective tapes, (worth about £27)

Raffle prizes....
2 prizes consisting of....a full set of 12" tapes, Mighty Bright Tee Shirt and draw bag (each worth £40+)


cheers,
HUgh

[patester]

Pat,

where's the post in which i offered prizes? i can't remember what i said i'd put in!!! i have half an idea what it was but would like to be sure so i don't miss anything off that i might of said!

need to know asap as the heat press is making the leccy meter hot!!
Hugh

edit, too late then, prizes now ready,

biggest fish (heaviest).
Full set of 12" mighty bright reflective tapes, (worth about £27)

Raffle prizes....
2 prizes consisting of....a full set of 12" tapes, Mighty Bright Tee Shirt and draw bag (each worth £40+)


cheers,
HUgh

sorry hugh but the england cricket collapse was riveting..... very,very generous mate, thank you.

[crazyplums]

sorry hugh but the england cricket collapse was riveting..... very,very generous mate, thank you.


lol, I know!! no wonder i'm always skint!!!

another thing i'll do, which i sometmes do at the casting events etc is do the following.....

any three 12" tapes (white and colours) for £10 - a saving of about £2.60.

and

three 12"eclipse for £12, saving £1.50.

and

English or Welsh rod flags, 5 for £2.50.

25% of anything raised from sales above will be donated to the fund.

chers,
Hugh

[Another Frank]

lol, I know!! no wonder i'm always skint!!!

another thing i'll do, which i sometmes do at the casting events etc is do the following.....

any three 12" tapes (white and colours) for £10 - a saving of about £2.60.

and

three 12"eclipse for £12, saving £1.50.

and

English or Welsh rod flags, 5 for £2.50.

25% of anything raised from sales above will be donated to the fund.

chers,
HughHugh mate can u swap my coloured ones for white mate lol

[paul brickie 06]

england v wales chesil

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due to force 4 winds this meet is posponed until further notice
i know its a pain but following advice from 3 locals its been decided that the conditions make the safety issues of organising this meet not feasable
i apologise and realise the situation of those camping and travelling to the meet but i had to make the decision now to save many people at least their travelling costs

pat.

[crazyplums]

england v wales chesil


due to force 4 winds this meet is posponed until further notice
i know its a pain but following advice from 3 locals its been decided that the conditions make the safety issues of organising this meet not feasable
i apologise and realise the situation of those camping and travelling to the meet but i had to make the decision now to save many people at least their travelling costs

pat.



well, have to admit i'm pretty gutted, for the kids as much as anything. not to mention i was looking forward to it!!!

when is it to be rescheduled for? need to know asap so i can beg the campsite to let us change dates and hopefully not lose our deposit.

cheers,
HUgh

[OHTer]

well, have to admit i'm pretty gutted, for the kids as much as anything. not to mention i was looking forward to it!!!

when is it to be rescheduled for? need to know asap so i can beg the campsite to let us change dates and hopefully not lose our deposit.

cheers,
HUgh

I bet the weather turns out to be absolutely fine, lol.
Wouldnt be the first time weather forecasters have got it wrong, eh?
Anyone remember the slight winds of '87? lol

[bobbage]

I'm still going to be coming down, it's too late to cancel my hotel

Tightlines, Bob

[crazyplums]

I bet the weather turns out to be absolutely fine, lol.
Wouldnt be the first time weather forecasters have got it wrong, eh?
Anyone remember the slight winds of '87? lol

kind of, slept through the worst of them!!

sat here doing my head in now as i've got nothing to do, very blowy up here and the wind map shows the same down there, putting up a tent in that will be a nightmare!

[deano]

HUGH,BOBBAGE and any others that want to,,, THERE ARE SOME OTHER OPTIONS..
you can pitch a tent i think on preston beach..(no-one would stop you)then theres the two piers for a little species hunt,not 100%sure of what you may catch at preston but i'm sure some fish will be about...but it will be calm,
if enough people still want to do a meet maybe their would be a good option,,
may be going with a few myself to the stone pier and maybe if the wind does die down go onto some where else,,

pats decision was a hard choice i know and he has called it right being quite local and been down to see the sea state there over the last few days and it has been rough as ****,

[crazyplums]

HI Deano,

I don't doubt the reasoning behind Pats decision mate.

re the camping, we've already paid a depo on the site so if we came all that way (prob about £75 of deisel, + site, + food, +everything else kids need!) we'd use it, not knowing the area that well is also a bit of a disadvantage.

Cerys (my 9yr old girl) is the the only one who's upset about the camping bit so, looks like regardless of weather, i'll be in a tent in the garden one night this weekend with her, she want's to do the whole cooked brekkie etc out there too!!!

will prob fish sat or sun up here now, the kids are fine in rough weather (dragged up in it!) and understand the dangers, though if chesil is as bad as ya'll say it's for the best they don't fish down there for now.

anyways, any of you who do meet up, hope ya'lll have a good time.
HUgh