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Danny's Haggs Bank and HU Meet, Cumbria 20/21/22 September 2013
You all know Danny of "Danny and Fil's Roadkill Cookout" fame at the HU Ripley and Donington meets. Well, he has built/refurbished a lovely building and land into a bunkhouse and campsite at
Haggs Bank Nentsbury Cumbria CA9 3LH On the weekend of 21 and 22 September 2013, there'll be a HU event to mark the "official" opening of Haggs Bank. It's also the weekend of the Beamish Trials event Home - BEAMISH TROPHY TRIAL that passes through his land. Danny has told me of the great plans he has for the weekend and I'm sure he'll be along here shortly to tell you about them too. It's a wonderful part of the world with superb riding. Put it in your diary NOW! |
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Danny's still hard at work getting the bunkhouse refurbishment finished, so he's asked me to post this on his behalf so that everyone has the full run-down on his plans....
------------- 1st Haggs Bank Bunkhouse and Campsite HU Mini-Meet 20th-22nd September 2013 To celebrate the launch of Haggs Bank Bunkhouse and Campsite we will be hosting an activity meet (no presentations!) with loads of opportunities to get out and explore the North Pennines - England’s Last Wilderness. Accommodation available on-site will be the bunkhouse and camping areas. Numbers are limited to 23 in the bunkhouse and 100 for camping. Price for the Friday and Saturday night is: £20pp for camping £40pp in the bunkhouse, including all bedding (not towels!). The bunkhouse has 2 bunkrooms sleeping 9 and 14 both mixed in triple bunks. The bunkhouse also has a fully equipped self-catering kitchen, lounge and dining room. The campsite is split into different areas. Some pitches are close to car parking in the woodland area and others are up in our wildflower meadow, but all are within easy access of the toilets and shower room. For those booked into the bunkhouse for the weekend there is also the option of stopping the Thursday or Sunday night for an extra £10pppn. Alternatively if you’re one of the campers you can stop the Thursday and/or the Sunday night for an extra £5pppn. Friday night will be time to chill out round the bonfire, ready for an activity packed Saturday. Activities on offer: - A local fully qualified activity instructor will be running a couple of trips to take small groups (5-10 people) down the local disused lead mine. There will be a 3 hour trip into Smallclegh Mine for £15pp or if you just fancy a taster he will also be running a 1 hour trip for £10pp. Safety helmets and lamps are provided but there’s a good chance you’ll get wet so you will need suitable footwear (wellies are ideal) and your scruffs! - Trail rides to explore some of the local area and try out your handling skills– there will have limited space available and will be tailored to the ability of the people who sign up. So if you want to have a go please email us with the type of bike you’ve got and your experience so that the guide can plan the routes accordingly - Road tours to enjoy the local scenery! - Group walks exploring 2 local beauty spots one natural, a pretty waterfall you can walk behind Ashgill Force and one manmade, Epiacum, described as the best preserved fort in the Roman Empire! - Discounted entry to nearby Killhope Mine, an interpretative former lead mine; - Cycle hire easily organised through North Pennine Cycles in nearby Nenthead and maps available of local cycle routes. Unfortunately we aren’t able to offer food on-site, but we have arranged that the local pub, The Miners Arms in Nenthead, will be offering food. Saturday night we’ll be having live music onsite from Sleeping Dogs, a great local rock band, a bonfire again and just the usual party atmosphere! Sunday morning we‘ll all have the chance to watch part of the Beamish Trophy Trial which runs up the side of the site. And remember if you’re coming from the South you’ll have to travel up the famous Hartside Pass to get to us! ------------- A new website for Haggs Bank will be going live soon, but in the meantime you can contact Danny to book your place at the mini-meet by calling 01434 382486 or emailing info@haggsbank.com |
We will be there for the mini meet. Nice easy run up from the Hull ferry at the end of our holidays to someplace not yet decided. The other bonus is its a local holiday in Aberdeen and I am off on the Monday so get the extra day to recover, after all its not often you get a mini meet and a birthday on the same weekend.
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Hi folks, cant wait to catch up again its going to be a fun packed weekend ,Iains working on the off road routes as we speak and the road routes I think everyone will be stunned by the scenery and lack of traffic on the roads up here .:thumbup1:
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Hope to be able to come up mate, as I saw it at the start of your dream would be a shame not to be there at the opening.
I know how much effort money and time has gone into this place and it's in a fantastic location hope to see you soon bier |
Sounds fab! :) I picked up a leaflet at the HU weekend.
Odd question - is there a decent phone signal? I wouldn't normally be bothered but I'm on-call that weekend & am expected to answer the phone if issues are raised. |
I'm going!
Can't wait! Glynn |
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Iain's been working up there for the last four weeks and I've never had an issue getting hold of him on the phone. See you there! Debz |
Me and Iain will be there - can't wait - it's going to be a fab weekend!
I was up there last weekend and spent the afternoon just wandering around in the pasture, taking pictures of wild flowers and just chilling. It's such a peaceful place. See you soon. Debz |
Gutted we can't make it - looks as if we will be out of the country. A huge shame!!!!!! Sorry Danny a real bummer, but I'll help spread the word. I hope you have an amazing opening. bier After all the work you've put in I think people are going to be amazed at the quality of what you have created. Wish you all the best for it, and if our plans change we'll be there like a shot!
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Hi folks we have a good signal up here ,if all fails we keep a few carrier pigeons lol, been out riding the roads tonight for the run out and found some new amazing roads and a great chippy that does its own smoked sausage and will look after us if we go there:mchappy:
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Haggs Bank Bunkhouse New Website
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Oy, what do you mean no presentations ?
Hoping to be there for a beer! Gary Code Audio Visual ltd Proud sponsor of HUBB 2014 |
Thought we could all talk together round the bonfire like the good old days lol bier
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Yay! So excited!
Count us in... we are both really looking forward to it! It'll be fab and so nice to see folk again and to meet new people too!! Love a good campfire!!!
Beej will be there on the Friday and Chris will definitely be there on the Saturday but will hopefully be able to come down on the Friday (shift's allowing!). Danny - we can't wait to see the finished bunkhouse & campsite... you've done so much to the place! Chris really want's a CRF250L so that he can go on the trails but he knows if he gets one Beej will nick it! Beej n Chris x. |
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I must add that the place is looking fantastic and now very close to completion. I have never stayed a a bunkhouse that comes close to this for quality and the views from the campsite are to die for:welcome::clap: |
Great news folks I have been speaking to Alice at CCM and they are bringing their new Adventure GP 450 for the event for you to test ride CCM Motorcycles Spares Crossers ATV Parts Racing Scramble Bikes check it out and for the shorter rider there's a low seat option. Iain's been busy checking out the fantastic off road run so get your bikes ready! To book your accommodation just email info@haggsbank.com and we'll email you the payment details.
Looking forward to a great weekend in September, Thanks Danny :D |
The beers sorted bier , we are having real ale from Allandale brewery so we will be able to do this cheaper than pub prices:thumbup1: . 8 people have booked on the mine tour
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Will do what I can to spread the word around :) There is already a thread on Adventure Bike Rider that links here :scooter:
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Spoke to Big Barnsley Dave he has booked us up and will meet down there. Lookin forward to it and catching up wi folk from last year. Sure it will be a belter of a weekend.
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:scooter:we are going round the off route this weekend and will have some pics of the routes ,
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Oh yes, and a bike, good to meet up with Beej, Chris, Ali and Big Dave again (Shall I bring some of my local beverage Dave)
Coming down from Stirling, hoping to stay Fri and Sat night. Space available? Jake. |
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Im going to get a large selection of beers from our local Allandale brewery ,there wolf beer is one to tryjeiger
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Views from the terraced campsite and a new sign so you can find us
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All being well I will make my way over on the bike (pedal bike that is) so will be darn thirsty when I get there. Jake.
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Went for reccy of the off road route on Sunday. Some fantastic trails and back roads weaving across the Cumbrian countryside
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Rode up there today, the place looks great and Danny explained all about how much work he had put in. He was busy laying tarmac on the car park when I arrived. The roads are great once you get off the M6 and the scenery spectacular. Small village about 2 miles away, several convenience stores including a Coop and a Spar, banks, cash machines and two petrol stations. The bunk house has been done out really nice ( I have stayed in hotels that do not match this standard) as have the camping pitches. Me and Ted have opted to camp due to snoring which we reckon would have us (read me) banished from the bunkhouse within an hour or so.
Looking forward to the band and the bonfire on the Saturday night which Danny is laying on, may take in a road ride as well (I am too much of a wuss for that off road, wheels buried up to the axles in mud nonsense!). All in all looks great and a credit to Danny's hard work, can't wait! GM |
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Well I have given in and im going to get the barbeques out for the event as beer music and bonfire and no food wont work , if you find anything on the road bring it along ,
me and iain are going out on sunday to try the off rd route again so if your about and want to join us give me a shout .:welcome: staci got in touch regarding altberg boots which is about 1 hour away in Richmond so if you want to check them out on your way up or on staurday give them a shout Alt-Berg | High Quality Hiking Boots & Walking Boots 01748 850615 .ring them as you will need to book in for measurement last time on fri is 4.30 and 9.15am -4.30 sat ride safe road kill |
From my experience Altberg is well worth a visit.
They take their time measuring your feet & trying boots on to find out about fit and if you would like them. Then I had a wait of 6 weeks before the boots arrived. I have been reading lots of good things about them being waterproof, but as yet mine are untried in the wet, I know I shouldnt complain we all like nice weather for riding. I am sure on out jaunt around the high spots in Europe over the next 2 weeks I will find out if they are indeed as waterproof as they say, and if we do get rain I will no doubt be singing their praises at Haggs Bank. But if you see me with Asda carrier bags on my feet I wont be worth speaking to :nono: |
Looks like the Infield is being dusted down for the weekend as my knackered shoulder is playing up (tendonitis) brought on with the the daily cycle training the 80 odd mile down to Nenthead would have my arm worse than useless and in agony for the weekend and I would never be able to lift a beer. The Infield is not much quicker than the pedal bike but its easier on the uphill bits into a headwind I suppose.
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Gutted that i'm so close by (51 miles) and cant be there, I'm starting my offshore shanannigons flying out Saturday..!!! doh As ktmMark said, we were there when it was just your pipe dream and no real work had started, now look at it..!!! A massive 'Well done' and I hope it's a roaring success..... MEZ bier :thumbup1: |
cheers for the thoughts ,im sorry you cant be here but there will be more events .hope the job goes ok
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Likely to be heading up with the her outdoors on Saturday morning.
Looking forward to it. Chris |
G'day Fella's,
Got room for an Ozi on the loose ? I'll be riding from France near Orleans. Leaving Thursday morning if anyone is in the area and would like to tag along ;-) Route unplanned as per usual ;-) Cheers Dave |
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I'll be arriving around mid-day on Saturday (if work don't call me). Anyone about then?
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We'll be heading up Friday morning, to help out with anything that Danny needs doing.
Looking forward to meeting up with friends and hopefully leaving with a good few more. See you all soon. Debz |
I'll be heading up on Friday night in my van straight after my MOT course...
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Is that +1 for Haggs Bank then....????? bier |
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I hope to arrive sometime Thursday evening, Will be there to help out if needed on Friday morning. Having said that, I just looked at the weather, I will probably be spending Friday drying out:(
See you all there. GM:thumbup1: |
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I'll be sleeping in my van... What are you making me for dinner ???
LOL You bring the candleabra and gazebo I will have a chilli on the go for you cos I know you just love those intimate dinners for two by candlelight ala broke back mountain style :rofl: Oh and bring a couple of chairs, I cant fit any more gear on the bike, the suspension is close to tears as we speak:clap: |
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G'day RK,
Thanks and I hope to make by friday night. Calais to Dover sometime this afternoon, find a room or pitch the tent, weather permitting. A pit stop at a camping store for a few supplies and I'll see how far I get! Cheers Dave |
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Hi Count me in plus one and the mutt if that's OK,arriving on Friday .:thumbup1:
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Hi folks the marquees are up the beer here and the weather has turned for the best so hurry up :D
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Hi Danny,
I hope you and your guests have a great weekend, good to hear that the weather has perked up, I would be there if I was not here! Mark in sunny Ulan Bator |
A big thanks to Danny and everyone involved in making this a great weekend,
I hope everyone arrived home safe. See ya next time Dave |
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Arrived home safe and sound at Chateau Ghastanbury with Touring ted and Darwinite in tow. Had a couple of beers and now packing away. Big up to Danny and his crew for a FANTASTIC weekend. Great to see so many friendly faces and so many new ones. One of the best meets I have ever been to and will be a regular on the calendar.
The road ride out was fantastic and I can only describe the many and tight bends as an exercise in sphincter control. The ford was my Niagara in a barrel moment especialy seeing the guy before me take a tumble! So much dead wild life on the roads it was a cross between Watership Down and the Texas chainsaw massacre. To the two jakes and other people whose names I cant remember but were in the snorers corner in the "woods" great to see you all again, looking forward to next time. Seisobs, your "biofuel" should be banned or used by NASA for first stage rockets but dear God it was goodbier. Once again Danny and crew all the hard work you put in was visible and much appreciated. GM |
I have to say, with absolutely no exageration, that this is firmly in the top 3 meetings I have EVER attended, anywhere in the world.
Fantastic scenic location in the Pennines, Great facilities with new and clean toilets and showers, Free running clean spring water well, beautiful camping areas, Fantastic biking roads, Non-biking activities like touring the Lead mines (amazing), hill walks and the classic hill climbing going on at the same time literally over the road. Danny makes this a top event. BBQ, great real ales and drink (cheaper than the supermarket and local pubs), an entertaining band and a roaring bonfire.. I can only see this becoming more and more popular to the point where it's sold out months in advance. Well done Danny :thumbup1: |
I fully concur with the above comments. A superb weekend, principally because of Danny and his helpers' hard work.
Many thanks C |
I agree with all with all the words above. Brilliant weekend; everyone made my little girl welcome which was great as she now cannot wait to get out camping again. thanks very much to all......those old boys on the bikes hats off to them to some of them made the hill climb look easy cheers simon
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A huge thank you to Danny and crew for making this such a fabulous weekend! A fun filled weekend with something for everyone, I think. Went off roading on the Saturday and we were treated to a real mix of fantastic trails in warm sunshine. My enthusiasm for off roading somewhat overshadows my skills and I have to say a big thank you to Matt, our tail end charlie, who picked my bike up, from on top of me, on several occassions :oops2:.
The Beamish Trophy Trial on the Sunday was a real treat - the skill of some of the old blokes was amazing! I've seen Haggs Bank Bunkhouse develop from the building it was when Danny bought it, to the superb facility it is now and it was great to see so many people enjoy it over the weekend. Hope everyone made it home safely and looking forward to seeing you all again! Debz |
Ditto to all of the above,
One of the best weekends I've spent on the road to date! The hospitality, scenery, campsite and amenities, the food, drinks, good music and the people were simply first class. Great assortment of bikes and a big thanks to Danny & family, amazing effort ! Also a big thanks to all the Lads in "Methane Forest" Ted, Jake (awesome rum & curry mate) & Stan ect ect. Side splitting yarns an unexpected and real pleasure :-) Thanks to all. |
Fantastic to hear that the weekend went so well!!! Just been having a natter with Danny who's been giving me the gen. I know how hard he and everyone worked to get the bunkhouse and the event running, so seeing all the feedback from you guys has put a right old grin on my face. :thumbup1:
Gutted Birgit and I couldn't make it :thumbdown: We were on a ride to Bosnia and back... As soon as Danny gets the dates set for next year I'll be putting them on my calendar! |
A great weekend, Even that is stuck down in snorers corner nestled cozily between jake (1) and Stan, (Like sleeping with yer head in a bee hive to be honest) then the added pleasure of ten zillion attack midgies in the woods and to top it all through a hangovered haze having to watch stan spend hours rebuilding his trianga cooker on which he eventually cooked various different varieties of sloppy reconstituted synthetic gruel - even the smell from that didnt deter the midgies, all the while looking in wonderment at the lucky folk in the posh rooms over the road or those up on the scenic hillside and wondering why ye gad why did i end up down here with the alcholic down and outs. But it was well worth it and good to catch up with a few old faces and meet some new ones. Excellent do excellent site great facilities and a lovely area thanks to Danny and family for having us and everyone else involved in setting up the weekend. Tchus jake (2)
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Great weekend!
Thanks to Danny & Co for a fantastic weekend! We both had a really good time catching up with friends and meeting new ones! We camped on the hill with the amazing views and far away from the snorers corner! Good plan I think! The mine tour was really interesting and watching the hill climb on the Sunday was inspiring!
Danny - the place is looking fab and it's great to see it open! :thumbup1: |
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We're very pleased to see it went well, wish we could have been there! I know Danny and crew have put an enormous amount of effort in, so very well done to all!
I look forward to many more HU Mini-Meetings at Haggs Bank, and wish Danny and all the very greatest of success with what should become a must stop for travellers :) |
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Big thanks to Danny &Co for a top quality weekend in a lovely spot wi a lot of nice folk. All the best for your future success...you deserve it
Cheers Ali |
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Fit a braw weekend we hud at thon Haggs Bank Bunkhoose place doon in thon Englandshire.
Fit richt fine fouk Ah met, it wiz richt grand to hae a blether wi abudy. Am richt glad the Mrs didnae let oan that am a snorer cos Ah couldnae hae pit up wie thon midgies, Ah thocht they wiz bad up in the North, but the wee blighters were even worse doon here am gonna hae to get masel some oh thon richt fine smelly stuff fae Avon afore I heed doon again. The Mrs was richt chuffed that there wiz a bonfire, an am richt glad she didna set onything on fire as she’s awfy fond of a pokey stick ye ken. Thon auld bikes on yon hill climb wis just fair braw ye ken, A wid like tae think that Ah could dae that but Ah ken ma limitations, an am stickin tae the tarmac for ma bikin. A fair enjoyed the wee daunder we ah did doon thon leed mine, it was richt fasinatin an Ah was even mair chuffed that Ah managed tae get masell along thon wee tunnel things. All joking aside Danny what a great time we had it was a fantastic weekend, already looking forward to 2014 when we get to visit again. There is nothing I can add to the already glowing reports on the facilities. I am booking holidays from work to coincide with the Beamish Rally next year the web page says it’s the 3rd Sunday in September which would be the 21st fingers crossed that’s right and we get another great weekend at Haggs Bank. |
Event Review
There's now a little review with a few photos of the event on the Haggs Bank Bunkhouse website.
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Is there an official date for next years event ?? I need to put it on my calendar NOW !!!
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