dwarfbabe Posted January 31, 2011 Share Posted January 31, 2011 Does anyone fancy meeting up on Friday for a quick drink and a bite to eat before the opening ceremony? I don't know what there is around the venue with regards to getting food and drink (apart from the venue itself, obviously) so suggestions for somewhere to go would be welcome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darkrecall Posted February 1, 2011 Share Posted February 1, 2011 I will be attending with my wife (new to cons) and my mate with his wife who is also new to cons so we might well be up for it. I think a beverage or two might settle the uninitiateds nerves a little Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MojoeDark Posted February 1, 2011 Share Posted February 1, 2011 Theres a Weatherspoons at the NEC (Around 10 min walk away) and I think theres a Frankie and Benny's at the airport! anything else you would need a car to get to. Darkrecell am sure you and your wife will have fun and enjoy it! everyones always friendly at these events and we all have somthing in comman so its easy to start up conversations. I cant wait Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
surfy_sah Posted February 4, 2011 Share Posted February 4, 2011 if you are new to this, and especially this venue, I have one tip with regards to drinking... BYO!!!! surfy sah xx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
malty Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 if you are new to this, and especially this venue, I have one tip with regards to drinking... BYO!!!! surfy sah xx Agreed with this one, it was way too expensive at the Hilton as much as I would've liked to have drunk at the last one here, alas, I couldn't! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dwarfbabe Posted February 6, 2011 Author Share Posted February 6, 2011 if you are new to this, and especially this venue, I have one tip with regards to drinking... BYO!!!! surfy sah xx Agreed with this one, it was way too expensive at the Hilton as much as I would've liked to have drunk at the last one here, alas, I couldn't! I hear the food at the Hilton is ridiculously expensive as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dragonsanddaffodils Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 The Hilton Bar do a tasty Margherita pizza for about £7, usually with a voucher from reception. At ET there is a food court, they did that at Chevron in January last year too. Hot dogs/pasta etc for around £5 per meal organised by the hotel. Plus, there is wetherspoons and subway in the NEC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darkrecall Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 My Mate and myself were at chevron 7.5 and really enjoyed it so signed up for 7.6 straight away. My wife isnt a really a fan of Sci Fi but said she would like to see what it is all about and join in, she may regret that As for alcohol prices at the Hilton... I have stayed in a few Hiltons and found them to be extortionate and lacking in quality, for beer, and skill and imagination for cocktails. I intend to address both of these area's during my packing for the event... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daniel.humes Posted February 14, 2011 Share Posted February 14, 2011 I would definitely be up for a meet up. This is my first Chevron, although I have attended other conventions, but I'm coming on my own so anything that will help relieve the first night awkwardness of sitting on my own until some kind soul feels sorry for me and starts a conversation will be a big help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fozziefuzz Posted February 21, 2011 Share Posted February 21, 2011 (edited) This will be my first trip to Chevron, and my friend (who is a MASSIVE Stargate fan) has never even been to a convention at all, so we'll both be over-excited, geeky balls of nerves LOL We're totally up for a meet-up - sounds like an awesome idea! :) I've been to numerous other Showmasters events, so know we will be in nice, friendly company Edited February 21, 2011 by Fozziefuzz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
malty Posted February 21, 2011 Share Posted February 21, 2011 I would definitely be up for a meet up. This is my first Chevron, although I have attended other conventions, but I'm coming on my own so anything that will help relieve the first night awkwardness of sitting on my own until some kind soul feels sorry for me and starts a conversation will be a big help. Hm, you can look out for me during the day, feel free to come over :) I'll be with my friend Maddie and we'll happily take you in :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dwarfbabe Posted February 21, 2011 Author Share Posted February 21, 2011 Looks like there's some interest in this. How does 5 o'clock meet up in the hotel lobby sound and then a stroll down to Weatherspoons for something to eat and drink? I know it sounds early but I'm sure everyone will want to be back in good time for the opening ceremony (don't know what time that'll be but I'm guessing it'll be about 7ish). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daniel.humes Posted February 21, 2011 Share Posted February 21, 2011 That sounds great to me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
malty Posted February 21, 2011 Share Posted February 21, 2011 Sounds good to me! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fifi Posted February 21, 2011 Share Posted February 21, 2011 In my experience, everyone is really friendly and there's never trouble finding someone to talk to. I've made some fab new friends in the last couple of years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
malty Posted February 21, 2011 Share Posted February 21, 2011 In my experience, everyone is really friendly and there's never trouble finding someone to talk to. I've made some fab new friends in the last couple of years. Same here :) Everyone is lovely. I ended up going on my own to the last one, I was bit shy about talking to people but I plucked up the courage and got out there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ruth76 Posted February 23, 2011 Share Posted February 23, 2011 I'd love to come! It's my first Chevron and I'm coming on my own and I'm a bit nervous about not knowing anyone! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
malty Posted February 23, 2011 Share Posted February 23, 2011 *waves* We'll take care of you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ruth76 Posted February 23, 2011 Share Posted February 23, 2011 *waves* We'll take care of you! Thank you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dwarfbabe Posted February 23, 2011 Author Share Posted February 23, 2011 I'll create a Facebook group for this later. If everyone who wants to come along joins, we'll at least know what each other looks like. I'll post the address on here when it's done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daniel.humes Posted February 23, 2011 Share Posted February 23, 2011 I'm not actually on Facebook. But if someone posts in this thread where and when I'll be there Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
malty Posted February 23, 2011 Share Posted February 23, 2011 That's a really good idea! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dwarfbabe Posted February 23, 2011 Author Share Posted February 23, 2011 I'm not actually on Facebook. But if someone posts in this thread where and when I'll be there 5 o'clock in the hotel lobby. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ruth76 Posted February 23, 2011 Share Posted February 23, 2011 I'll create a Facebook group for this later. If everyone who wants to come along joins, we'll at least know what each other looks like. I'll post the address on here when it's done. Good plan! I'll have to put a proper photo of me on my Facebook profile then, since I'm currently Wile E. Coyote! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
malty Posted February 23, 2011 Share Posted February 23, 2011 Im currently a Sim XD I guess I'll change that Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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