Morgan Goule Posted May 19, 2015 Share Posted May 19, 2015 Just had a text from Peaky (our trusted club treasurer) as I had asked him this morning when the council were going to do anything and he sent one back saying hopefully today so everyone keep fingers crossed because there may be a light at the end of the tunnel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Mchugh Posted May 19, 2015 Share Posted May 19, 2015 I will be able to check on the field status first thing tomorrow morning. They will have driven over the weekend strip getting their 'vans on (and hopefully off) the field but we won't really care about that strip this weekend. I haven't really approached the camp in case of reaction or escalation from them. Also, don't just go over our normal entry slope else you will literally arrive in their back yard! Like I say, I'll take another look tomorrow morning... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Morgan Goule Posted May 19, 2015 Share Posted May 19, 2015 okay matey if they're gone tomorrow then there's a really good reason to celebrate Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ken anderson. Posted May 19, 2015 Share Posted May 19, 2015 Posted by Jim Mchugh on 19/05/2015 16:25:39: I will be able to check on the field status first thing tomorrow morning. They will have driven over the weekend strip getting their 'vans on (and hopefully off) the field but we won't really care about that strip this weekend. I haven't really approached the camp in case of reaction or escalation from them. Also, don't just go over our normal entry slope else you will literally arrive in their back yard! Like I say, I'll take another look tomorrow morning... .................................................................................................................................................................... I wouldn't approach the camp etc...they see anyone/everyone as a threat and they don't take to us - too kindly.. ken Anderson...ne....1 stay away dept. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cymaz Posted May 19, 2015 Share Posted May 19, 2015 Well I'm sorry to hear the news. You lot up there put in so much effort for these events. I'm saddened for you Good luck in getting them off Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jez Harris 1 Posted May 19, 2015 Share Posted May 19, 2015 That is such a shame - I know how much really hard work and dedication the Greenacres committee and members put in. Just to voice another small concern that perhaps hasnt been considered...Possible revenge from local militia and other annoyed neighbours.. No doubt this sad invasion will make the local press/radio etc. This will undoubtedly create hostility from local people and possible have a go vigilantes. If Walsall council are able to miraculously make these people leave before the weekend and then we rock up with our perfectly legally placed vans that look exactly the same...How will any possible activists know we are not actually the Gypsies? Sorry to be all doom and gloom and I REALLY hope its sorted - I've booked friday off and got a weekend pass from kids and SWMBO for this event Jez McJustboughtanewcaravan. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
avtur Posted May 19, 2015 Share Posted May 19, 2015 Given the importance and popularity of this event would it be possible for the mods to make this post a 'sticky' and keep it at the top of the page to ensure that everyone sees it ... just a thought. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Marsh Posted May 19, 2015 Share Posted May 19, 2015 Shame. I reckon it's a 100% certainty that it won't go ahead. These people usually stay for ages before they go. Best to cancel it now and re-schedule it for another time, between the other two Greenacres meets - where there are no shows, or they are down south, where most of us might not go to, anyway... Edited By Biggles' Elder Brother - Moderator on 19/05/2015 19:38:00 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Area 51 Posted May 19, 2015 Share Posted May 19, 2015 What a shame; I was looking forward to coming along to say hello to one and all.. have a fly too.. maybe an alternative date ASAP is the best answer and will keep all interested.. If by some chance it can go ahead, people can still make the effort to pop along.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biggles' Elder Brother - Moderator Posted May 19, 2015 Share Posted May 19, 2015 OK, now a post edited to remove inflammatory remarks. Please understand - this is NOT a thread for discussing the general issues around the challenges that these situations give rise to. It is specifically an information thread to keep people informed as to whether the event will go ahead or not. Please, as Chris and I have asked, do not make derogatory remarks about any groups involved. We don't want to close this thread - but it is starting to look like we might have no alternative if this continues; just reopening it for factual updates. Please don't force us down that route. BEB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Mchugh Posted May 19, 2015 Share Posted May 19, 2015 @BEB. I agree. Let's keep this thread totally unbiased, just with the facts, please, as ALL we want to do is hold a great Fun Fly this coming weekend. I checked field again on way home this evening at about 5:00 PM. Couldn't post till now as I had an appointment. Looks like a few more caravans have turned up during the course of today, between 13:00 and 17:00. One is currently parked right in the middle of our weekend strip. No problem for the Fun Fly but that strip will no doubt be damaged. I (and no doubt everyone else) at Greenacres is working on the assumption that miracles do happen and we will have a field ready for flight time 9:00AM Saturday morning. Remember, "A" Cert required and £5 per day for visiting pilots...! Edited By Jim Mchugh on 19/05/2015 21:35:49 Edited By Jim Mchugh on 19/05/2015 21:36:20 Edited By Jim Mchugh on 19/05/2015 21:37:03 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Morgan Goule Posted May 19, 2015 Share Posted May 19, 2015 If we cannot host the fun fly I know there is another show on this weekend , may pop down for a look Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jez Harris 1 Posted May 19, 2015 Share Posted May 19, 2015 Where is that then Morgan? Jez Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Morgan Goule Posted May 19, 2015 Share Posted May 19, 2015 winterton somewhere in leiscter Edited By Morgan Goule on 19/05/2015 22:09:26 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FastFlyer Smyth Posted May 19, 2015 Share Posted May 19, 2015 Its already been said but I feel so sorry for you chaps. Lets hope something can be done for the weekend although somehow I doubt it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim Hooper Posted May 19, 2015 Share Posted May 19, 2015 Odd. It's a huge site and they've opted to park up exactly on our flightline, whereas it would make more sense to camp nearer the toilet block, with its fresh water supply.Are they pretending to be us, I wonder?Tim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Mchugh Posted May 20, 2015 Share Posted May 20, 2015 Update 20/05/2015 08:00 A few more caravans have arrived overnight. New ones have also parked on the weekend strip. Looks like quite a lot more "debris" on the field also. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keith Simmons Posted May 20, 2015 Share Posted May 20, 2015 Sorry to hear the bad news. May I ask who is the owner for the site and what's the arrangement with the council? I fear that the travellers have got the word out and more will come in days to come. We had problems with Travellers in our council owned parks and it still took time to get them moving on. Now all our parks have proper beefy steel gates for access and ditch/mound barriers with Wooden fencing & bushes along the barriers as well. Some areas had to have tall steel fencing along roads all paid by the council as travellers still look for weak spots to gain entry. I must look it up on the greenacres website first 😳 . It looks to be council owned. Fingers crossed for you guys. Edited By Keith Simmons on 20/05/2015 09:55:26 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biggles' Elder Brother - Moderator Posted May 20, 2015 Share Posted May 20, 2015 It seems that some people simply will not listen to reasonable requests not to make inflammatory comments on this thread. So, following a post deleted and warning issued, a second post edited and second warning issued now we have had to delete a third post, so we have no choice. The thread is closed. Jim if any one from Greenacres needs to get news out please email or PM Chris, myself or any other mod and we post bulletins here. Its a great shame that we have to do this. BEB Edited By Biggles' Elder Brother - Moderator on 20/05/2015 10:30:34 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biggles' Elder Brother - Moderator Posted May 20, 2015 Share Posted May 20, 2015 Update from Jim: Court Orders have been issued and posted. Immediate eviction has been ruled. The visitors have until 14:00 tomorrow (Thursday) to attend court. . Edited By Biggles' Elder Brother - Moderator on 20/05/2015 15:15:35 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Bott - Moderator Posted May 20, 2015 Author Share Posted May 20, 2015 The latest news is that it is likely that the event will now go ahead. Without going into the detail, it is expected that the club will get on the field around mid morning on Friday. Setup may run a little late, so I'd suggest that visitors keep an eye on this thread or the GMAC website. I'll keep both right up to date through Friday morning. When I know something, it should appear here. That's the plan, let's hope all concerned stick to it! Edited By Chris Bott - Moderator on 20/05/2015 19:17:27 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Bott - Moderator Posted May 21, 2015 Author Share Posted May 21, 2015 Lunchtime update from Jim. No movement yet. Next update around 16:00. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Bott - Moderator Posted May 21, 2015 Author Share Posted May 21, 2015 Excellent news - The field is now clear of visitors. The council have some work to do to clear up, then GMAC will be on the field as usual in the morning. So unless they just turn around and come back, the event is back on as planned. I'll leave this thread open for the time being. Please don't give us cause to close it again, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cymaz Posted May 21, 2015 Share Posted May 21, 2015 May I be the first to congratulate you on saving the flying weekend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Hopkin Posted May 21, 2015 Share Posted May 21, 2015 Good news..... glad for all concerned the council/police/courts have moved so quickly - hope the clear up isn't too much of a task Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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