Tolkien Events 2009 - The Barrow-Downs Discussion Forum

narfforc · 09-20-2009, 03:48 PM

The Lamb and Flag, is the only other place. Theakstons Old Peculiar at the bar.

Bêthberry · 09-20-2009, 07:58 PM

Thanks, narf, for teaching me the right proper way to evaluate pubs: their beer.

narfforc · 09-21-2009, 10:10 AM

The Nectar of the Gods......................can't wait.

Rune Son of Bjarne · 09-21-2009, 11:05 AM

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Originally Posted by narfforc

The Lamb and Flag, is the only other place. Theakstons Old Peculiar at the bar.

Why do you bring this up when you only drink Fosters and WKD?

I don't know when I will arrive, but I suspect it will be arround midday/early afternoon.

I don't think I know where the Lamb and the flag is, sounds like a preston pub anyway, but I should be able to locate it.

Mithalwen · 09-21-2009, 11:10 AM

The Lamb and Flag used to be one of the few pubs in Oxford that hadn't been tarted up - I haven't been in there for years so I don't know if the campaign to preserve its authentic charm succeeded but it used to be favourite haunt. It is just across St Giles' from The Bird and Baby. You may recognise it from Inspector Morse.

My father and sister visited the Royal Blenheim on St Ebbes earlier in the year and report good food, real ale and a genial host. But that is not so handy for LMH.

Rune Son of Bjarne · 09-21-2009, 11:23 AM

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Originally Posted by Mithalwen

The Lamb and Flag used to be one of the few pubs in Oxford that hadn't been tarted up - I haven't been in there for years so I don't know if the campaign to preserve its authentic charm succeeded but it used to be favourite haunt. It is just across St Giles' from The Bird and Baby. You may recognise it from Inspector Morse.

My father and sister visited the Royal Blenheim on St Ebbes earlier in the year and report good food, real ale and a genial host. But that is not so handy for LMH.

I loved Morse!

I have tried to watch that spin-off "Lewis", but I am not overly fond of it.

Anyways I'll find it.

Mithalwen · 09-21-2009, 11:55 AM

Oh I like Lewis not sure that the plots aren't easier to follow... but John Thaw is a great loss.

Gwathagor · 09-29-2009, 10:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Rune Son of Bjarne

I loved Morse!

I have tried to watch that spin-off "Lewis", but I am not overly fond of it.

Morse rocks, and the first episode of Lewis rocks as well.

Faramir Jones · 09-30-2009, 09:11 AM

As Rune said, Oxonmoot was too short, though lovely.

(I had to cope with the difference between it and Oxonmoot 2008, which was a day longer. Even then, I admit, I thought it a little too short!)

While I had met Esty and other Downers at Oxonmoot 2008, I didn't join till after; so it was nice to meet you all in 2009 as a fellow Downer!

I spent a few days in Bath, the first time I'd been there, and went over to Oxford on the Thursday. Esty and I had arranged to meet at 4.00 p.m., to look at the Bate Collection of Musical Instruments, which we did, and found it very impressive.

We wandered around Oxford, later had dinner, and said goodnight. We unexpectedly met up on the Friday morning in Blackwells; and I was able to show her some of the sights in that bookshop!

In terms of other remarks, I agree with what Esty said about the weather and the food. (I first met her at Oxonmoot 2007, also held in Lady Margaret Hall, my memories also including the food.)

I was at Jessica Yates's talk on Astynax, which was very good. I didn't get the opportunity for any more talks; because I was preparing for the panel discussion I was doing with Esty, and for my own talk later. Sadly, her talk and mine were on at the same time; so we gave summaries to each other on the Thursday.

The first picture posted does me justice, the second doesn't; but that was my own fault!

It was great to see people again, including fellow Downers, as well as newcomers!

narfforc · 09-21-2009, 01:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Rune Son of Bjarne

Why do you bring this up when you only drink Fosters and WKD?

I don't know when I will arrive, but I suspect it will be arround midday/early afternoon.

I don't think I know where the Lamb and the flag is, sounds like a preston pub anyway, but I should be able to locate it.

Sorry Rune old chap but I detest Lager and Alcopops. The Lamb and Flag is easy to find, you just stumble out of The Eagle and Child, and walk as straight as you are able across the road, watch out for the cars they hurt a bit, and come at you non-English types from the opposite direction.

Guinevere · 09-22-2009, 01:13 PM

My bus will arrive approximately 15.15 (if on time), but I want to go to the train station first to buy tickets for Monday, and then to Keble's to drop my luggage. I have no idea how long this will take me, but if it's not too late by then I'll gladly join you in the Lamb & Flag. (I don't care for beer, but look forward to the excellent English cider!)

Estelyn Telcontar · 09-23-2009, 02:32 AM

While gathering my things to pack, I found that I still have the first few pages of "The Entish Bow" that I printed a couple of years ago. Should I bring those along, so that we have an alternative if the Telerin reading is too boring? Several of the authors will be there, and the others of us can read the parts of those who aren't. That could be fun!

Bêthberry · 09-23-2009, 03:45 AM

Ah, old times!

As a "First Timer" I'm not sure what would be acceptable for a "Telerin Circle"--

-- but we could at least regale ourselves with it should beer prove to wear out its entertainment factor. Or egg us on.

Hookbill the Goomba · 09-23-2009, 10:18 AM

As I said on the Newspaper thread...
Despite the lack of Oxon Downer this year, I'm thinking of getting a special P&A poster type thing made. I'm heading into town tomorrow to possibly get some printed by this place that does nice printings and stuff... yes.
It just doesn't feel like Oxonmoot without me doing something unnecessary and over the top.

09-20-2009, 03:48 PM	#1
narfforc Ghost Prince of Cardolan Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Muddy-earth Posts: 1,297	The Lamb and Flag, is the only other place. Theakstons Old Peculiar at the bar. __________________ [B]THE LORD OF THE GRINS:THE ONE PARODY....A PARODY BETTER THAN THE RINGS OF POWER.

09-20-2009, 07:58 PM	#2
Bêthberry Cryptic Aura Join Date: May 2002 Posts: 6,003	Thanks, narf, for teaching me the right proper way to evaluate pubs: their beer. __________________ I’ll sing his roots off. I’ll sing a wind up and blow leaf and branch away.

09-21-2009, 10:10 AM	#3
narfforc Ghost Prince of Cardolan Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Muddy-earth Posts: 1,297	The Nectar of the Gods......................can't wait. __________________ [B]THE LORD OF THE GRINS:THE ONE PARODY....A PARODY BETTER THAN THE RINGS OF POWER.

09-21-2009, 11:10 AM	#5
Mithalwen Pilgrim Soul Join Date: May 2004 Location: watching the wonga-wonga birds circle... Posts: 9,461	The Lamb and Flag used to be one of the few pubs in Oxford that hadn't been tarted up - I haven't been in there for years so I don't know if the campaign to preserve its authentic charm succeeded but it used to be favourite haunt. It is just across St Giles' from The Bird and Baby. You may recognise it from Inspector Morse. My father and sister visited the Royal Blenheim on St Ebbes earlier in the year and report good food, real ale and a genial host. But that is not so handy for LMH. __________________ “But Finrod walks with Finarfin his father beneath the trees in Eldamar.” Christopher Tolkien, Requiescat in pace Last edited by Mithalwen; 09-21-2009 at 11:20 AM.

09-21-2009, 11:55 AM	#7
Mithalwen Pilgrim Soul Join Date: May 2004 Location: watching the wonga-wonga birds circle... Posts: 9,461	Oh I like Lewis not sure that the plots aren't easier to follow... but John Thaw is a great loss. __________________ “But Finrod walks with Finarfin his father beneath the trees in Eldamar.” Christopher Tolkien, Requiescat in pace

09-30-2009, 09:11 AM	#9
Faramir Jones Ghost Prince of Cardolan Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Lonely Isle Posts: 706	Oxonmoot 2009 As Rune said, Oxonmoot was too short, though lovely. (I had to cope with the difference between it and Oxonmoot 2008, which was a day longer. Even then, I admit, I thought it a little too short!) While I had met Esty and other Downers at Oxonmoot 2008, I didn't join till after; so it was nice to meet you all in 2009 as a fellow Downer! I spent a few days in Bath, the first time I'd been there, and went over to Oxford on the Thursday. Esty and I had arranged to meet at 4.00 p.m., to look at the Bate Collection of Musical Instruments, which we did, and found it very impressive. We wandered around Oxford, later had dinner, and said goodnight. We unexpectedly met up on the Friday morning in Blackwells; and I was able to show her some of the sights in that bookshop! In terms of other remarks, I agree with what Esty said about the weather and the food. (I first met her at Oxonmoot 2007, also held in Lady Margaret Hall, my memories also including the food.) I was at Jessica Yates's talk on Astynax, which was very good. I didn't get the opportunity for any more talks; because I was preparing for the panel discussion I was doing with Esty, and for my own talk later. Sadly, her talk and mine were on at the same time; so we gave summaries to each other on the Thursday. The first picture posted does me justice, the second doesn't; but that was my own fault! It was great to see people again, including fellow Downers, as well as newcomers! Last edited by Faramir Jones; 09-30-2009 at 09:13 AM. Reason: Needed to add something

09-22-2009, 01:13 PM	#11
Guinevere Banshee of Camelot Join Date: May 2002 Location: Switzerland Posts: 5,830	My bus will arrive approximately 15.15 (if on time), but I want to go to the train station first to buy tickets for Monday, and then to Keble's to drop my luggage. I have no idea how long this will take me, but if it's not too late by then I'll gladly join you in the Lamb & Flag. (I don't care for beer, but look forward to the excellent English cider!) __________________ Yes! "wish-fulfilment dreams" we spin to cheat our timid hearts, and ugly Fact defeat!

09-23-2009, 02:32 AM	#12
Estelyn Telcontar Princess of Skwerlz Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: where the Sea is eastwards (WtR: 6060 miles) Posts: 7,500	While gathering my things to pack, I found that I still have the first few pages of "The Entish Bow" that I printed a couple of years ago. Should I bring those along, so that we have an alternative if the Telerin reading is too boring? Several of the authors will be there, and the others of us can read the parts of those who aren't. That could be fun! __________________ 'Mercy!' cried Gandalf. 'If the giving of information is to be the cure of your inquisitiveness, I shall spend all the rest of my days in answering you. What more do you want to know?' 'The whole history of Middle-earth...'

09-23-2009, 03:45 AM	#13
Bêthberry Cryptic Aura Join Date: May 2002 Posts: 6,003	Ah, old times! As a "First Timer" I'm not sure what would be acceptable for a "Telerin Circle"-- -- but we could at least regale ourselves with it should beer prove to wear out its entertainment factor. Or egg us on. __________________ I’ll sing his roots off. I’ll sing a wind up and blow leaf and branch away.

09-23-2009, 10:18 AM	#14
Hookbill the Goomba Alive without breath Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: On A Cold Wind To Valhalla Posts: 5,912	As I said on the Newspaper thread... Despite the lack of Oxon Downer this year, I'm thinking of getting a special P&A poster type thing made. I'm heading into town tomorrow to possibly get some printed by this place that does nice printings and stuff... yes. It just doesn't feel like Oxonmoot without me doing something unnecessary and over the top. __________________ I think that if you want facts, then The Downer Newspaper is probably the place to go. I know! I read it once. THE PHANTOM AND ALIEN: The Legend of the Golden Bus Ticket...