Tolkien Events 2007

[The Might]

unfortunately my age wouldn't allow me to travel very far, I don't think my old Gaffer would understand...
are there any meets a little closer to my home perhaps Estelyn...NRW perhaps ?

[Rune Son of Bjarne]

I was actually planing on going to this years Oxonmoot, but as I am planing on going on a longer trip in most of august and as University starts in September I doubt I will be able to go.

First of all my work probably won't give me more vacation, maybe I could get some one to cover for me though. . .

then there is the money issue. . I will probably have used up most funds at september and I am also going to England for Christmas next year. . .

That reminds me. . .I am thinking about going maybe 1 week before christmas, if people are not too busy then I could drop by. This is especially a message to Narfforc as out meeting this year failed. . .


arrgh I really want to go. . .hmm maybe, I have to see if I can work something out.

[Lalwendë]

If you can scrape the pennies together Rune, Oxonmoot's cheap (so long as you keep out of the dealers' room! And, er, the pub...). Plus if you wanted to stay in Oxford a bit longer there's a great guest house - Isis Guest House - near Magdalen and the Botanical Gardens, who do rooms from a very low price (some have shared bathrooms, which are much cheaper), but it's only open July-September because it's a student lodging for St Edmund Hall.

[Rune Son of Bjarne]

Keeping out of the PUB is not something I think I could do. . . .When I am abroad I tend to end up in Bars quite often.

and I would love to stay for long, but I could not. I should have school to tend to at that time. . .

anywas thanks for the recomendations Lal, I aprichiate it.

[Farael]

There is some sort of free Seminar on Tolkien's Mythology at the University of Winnipeg on March 9th. I'm fairly sure I'm the only Winnipeger here in the 'downs, but if any of you happens to be from Slurpee Capital as well (or if any of you are traveling here early March) you can find more information at www.uwinnipeg.ca If you can't find it, feel free to ask me!

[Holbytlass]

The Vermont one is closer to me and is during my birthday but the Utah one would be great for a chance to meet Mormegil and Nimrodel!

Dealers' room? Is that gambling or extra high priced items?

[The Squatter of Amon Rûdh]

I'm surprised to hear that there was a Tolkien event in Exeter last year, since I only live a few miles from Exeter these days and I heard nothing about it. Since there was a definite Christian element I'd expect to have heard something from my sister, who hears about religious events from the parish church grapevine, but no. It looks as though they relied on advertising to Tolkien groups, who are unlikely to respond in large numbers for the usual reasons.

The Sarehole weekend looks interesting, and Oxenmoot is achievable; such a shame that I can't put together a party.

[Estelyn Telcontar]

Originally Posted by Lalwendë

If you can scrape the pennies together Rune, Oxonmoot's cheap (so long as you keep out of the dealers' room! And, er, the pub...). Plus if you wanted to stay in Oxford a bit longer there's a great guest house - Isis Guest House - near Magdalen and the Botanical Gardens, who do rooms from a very low price (some have shared bathrooms, which are much cheaper), but it's only open July-September because it's a student lodging for St Edmund Hall.

I'm currently in the process of booking for Oxonmoot and have looked back for information on this thread. A couple of questions for you helpful Brits:

Does anyone have an idea how long it takes to get from Oxford to Stanstead Airport? Would that be doable within Sunday afternoon, or cutting it too close timewise? Perhaps it would be better to stay a night and go on Monday.

Friday evening's dinner seems rather expensive - is it worth it? Is that the place to meet lots of people already, or do most skip it?

More questions as they come up...

[davem]

Originally Posted by Estelyn Telcontar

Friday evening's dinner seems rather expensive - is it worth it? Is that the place to meet lots of people already, or do most skip it?
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Well, last year there was a mix up with the Lamb - they didn't cook enough & there was nearly a riot! (Well, actually, being the Tolkien Society, there were a few people grumbling under their breath....... ). The few times I've had the meal its been fine. The food is usually very good. Avoid the kebab van though, as a few people went down with food poisoning a couple of years back

Oh, btw, for anyone who hasn't seen it, there's more trouble at t'mill in November http://www.theonering.net/perl/newsview/1/1187283136

[Estelyn Telcontar]

Well, it's official now - I'm coming to Oxonmoot! And I'm bringing another Downer - but I'll let her tell (and keep you all in suspense a bit longer). We'll also be seeing the LotR musical in London a few days before the event.

[Estelyn Telcontar]

Shall we plan an official Downs meeting at Oxonmoot? It would be nice to get us all together! I haven't found an official programme yet, but it seems that Friday evening would be a good opportunity, if no official activities are planned for then. Will all be in Oxford by then? Otherwise, please suggest alternatives.

[Guinevere]

Originally Posted by Estelyn Telcontar

Well, it's official now - I'm coming to Oxonmoot! And I'm bringing another Downer - but I'll let her tell (and keep you all in suspense a bit longer). We'll also be seeing the LotR musical in London a few days before the event.

Now I have booked the flight I can tell you that it's me who is coming to the Oxonmoot (for the first time) with Esty!
I am very much looking forward to it and to meeting other Downers. (But a bit scared, too! My spoken English is no way as good as my written and since I have shamefully neglected the Downs of late perhaps nobody will remember me anyway...)

Bethberry, I sure would love to meet you too! But the journey is really rather disproportionate...

[Mithalwen]

Originally Posted by Rune Son of Bjarne

First of all my work probably won't give me more vacation, maybe I could get some one to cover for me though. . .
arrgh I really want to go. . .hmm maybe, I have to see if I can work something out.

It Is a weekend though Rune ..but you may work weekends - I enjoyed my daytrip, though I hope to stay at least Saturday night this year.. Oxford is very accesibel if you could get a cheapo flight ..... maybe...

[Rune Son of Bjarne]

I work every other sunday. . . .and friday from 7pm until 1 am.

The other week I have a long weekend though.

I have heard that a new low price flight will open between Copenhagen and Newcastle, which is perfect for when I want to visit my family in Richmond. I better check how the Newcastle-Oxford could be aranged.

I know this is not really an event, but tomorrow I will be attending a LotR movie marathon at the Imperial movie theater.

[Rune Son of Bjarne]

I just found out that a flight to London should only be around 50-70£. . .so it should be possible to go if school does not come in the way.

Now I just need to find out how much a train ticket is from Stansted to Oxford and who else is going. As much as I love to be Tolkien Geeky I doubt I will be going if there is no prospect of meeting downers. . .

So who is planing on going to the Oxonmoot?

[Hookbill the Goomba]

Originally Posted by Rune Son of Bjarne

So who is planing on going to the Oxonmoot?

I are seriously going!

The last time I tried I was annoyed to find that I couldn't but not this time! NOT THIS TIME! *runs to the hills*

[Mithalwen]

Coaches will be cheaper and run 24/7

http://www.londontoolkit.com/travel/stanstead_rail.htm

and probabaly also cheaper from London to Oxford. They will take longer especially at rush hour though.

I am planning on going at least for the lectures and I probably will stay Saturday night though if it is only Saturday I may make my own arrangements for accomodation.