10/11th Aug - Don Whillians Hut - Roaches

[Huw]

Afternoon All

The Don Whillians Hut meet is now open.

http://www.donwhillanshut.co.uk/page/2

All 12 spaces in Rock Hall cottage are available. For those like me that haven't stayed there yet, the cottage is actually built in to a rock cave, and i'm told is an amazing hut and setting.

'Ideally situated for the outdoor enthusiast amongst the crags and gritstone boulders of the Roaches Estate in North Staffordshire, Rockhall Cottage was renovated in 1991 in memory of one of Britain’s greatest mountaineers. Whether it’s rock-climbing; walking the ridge, heather moorland and river valleys; enjoying the wildlife; mountain-biking on nearby routes; or just watching the sunset over a drink or two, this location has it all. No traffic but passing climbers, walkers and wildlife; steeped in history; rich in myth and legend, you’ll want to return year after year.'

Directions:
http://www.donwhillanshut.co.uk/page/4

Sign up is via this thread, £9pppn

Cheers
Huw

People down so far:

Adam
Louise
Huw
Beth
Rab
Jim
Vicki
Roland
Stew
Ben
Riggers

[RolandNClarke]

Dear Huw,

Is it OK if I invite some of my none Mercian friends to this meet?

Roland

[Huw]

Yep no problem. How many? It would be worth giving the Mercian's an ultimatum if you're looking to go for all 12 spaces as I know some people are considering but not decided. Thought there's always space for 2 non members trying us out, first come first served, as standard.

If I can sort out my admin in time for biking in les arc, and other stuff, then i'd like to head up if the weather's good. Forecast looks good at the moment on metcheck.

[Adam]

Huw. Sign me up (assuming you have got the holiday dates right).

Adam

[Louise]

If you dont mind leading stuff Adam then I'm in too please.

[Huw]

Whoa, assuming you've now requested them from your boss!

I'm going to try and smash the bike hol admin this week, and put my name down also.

[Beth]

yes please!

[Rab]

Can you add me and jim to this meet please

[Vicki]

Put me down please.

[Stew]

If there is still room please book me in. Thanks.

[RolandNClarke]

Dear Huw,

Please add my name to the list. Neither of my non-mercian friends can make it.

Roland

[mrbenthompson]

I intend to attend this meet (newcomer) but will be camping
Unless numbers are low. Then I'll be happy to bunk up

[Stew]

God help you all, but I'm happy to cook dinner on Saturday night.

[Adam]

Stew

I am willing to put my life in your hands and accept the offer of a meal.

Adam

[Louise]

What's on the menu Stew?