Welsh Weekend 2014

bikemad99 · Post by **bikemad99** » Wed Feb 05, 2014 7:41 pm

eyore wrote:
leasky wrote:
slparry wrote: Damn, sorry to hear that

Anyone here want to take up Eyores room so she can get the deposit back?
What type of room is it - twin, double?
I think it was a twin , booked as a single with a single supplement.
The deposit is non transferrable and can be reused only for two months after the cancellation as opposed to two months after the date the room was booked for. Absolutely scandalous rip off

No it is not a rip off. It is made very clear when you book and quite normal when you are getting a greatly reduced rate for your stay as negotiated by Mr Parry(thanks Steve) . I am sure if you had booked at the hotels full rate,they would probably have refunded your deposit.I don`t aggree with you slagging off a good hotel that has looked after our group very well for many years as shown by over 50 people booking again.

Blackal · Post by **Blackal** » Wed Feb 05, 2014 8:05 pm

Should have said nothing to the hotel, and just had someone else turn up.

It's not really like aircraft seats.

No loss to the hotel, no additional paperwork - they don't care who ultimately pays for the room.

Al

slparry · Post by **slparry** » Wed Feb 05, 2014 8:42 pm

eyore wrote:
leasky wrote:
slparry wrote: Damn, sorry to hear that

Anyone here want to take up Eyores room so she can get the deposit back?
What type of room is it - twin, double?
I think it was a twin , booked as a single with a single supplement.
The deposit is non transferrable and can be reused only for two months after the cancellation as opposed to two months after the date the room was booked for. Absolutely scandalous rip off

Kim I've just phoned the Wild Pheasant and they said they emailed you that the deposit could be transferred to someone else, so if you can find someone to take the room that person could give you your deposit in return for your booking?

eyore · Post by **eyore** » Wed Feb 05, 2014 8:49 pm

Thanks Steve, they didn't make that very clear about being allowed to transfer the booking, Leasky if you want the booking you may have/use the deposit. Its not about the money its about feeling ripped off.

Sorry Reg, you are entitled to your opinion just as I am, the hotel is not a charity and is not doing anyone favours its actually called business.Thats what the hospitality business is about, the clue being in the name. I worked in hotels at senior managerial level for many years and deposits are normally returned if the booking is cancelled with notice. Needless to say cancelling at the last moment and potentially losing the hotel a potential room sale is a different matter and certainly entitles them to keep a deposit.

slparry · Post by **slparry** » Wed Feb 05, 2014 8:58 pm

One down, Eyore shame was looking forward to meeting you...

Two onboard ref Ianc53

11 weeks to go guys !

Looking forward to it!!!

me ..................................1
Dai & Ann.........................2
Peter & Alan......................2
Johnny 5 & Claire ..............2
Steve & Julie ....................2
Andy and Alison ................2
Ian and Sue......................2
Phil and Karen...................2
Chris and Simon................2
Geoff and Keith .................2
Pete..................................1
Mark, Ollie and Martin ........3
Boxerscott and Amanda .....2
Topcat (Dave) & Ginny ......2
John and Tracy ....(prov)....2 subject to Tracy healing

Al and Sue.........................2
Ryan & SWMBO ................2
Ian Fisher..........................1
Reg and Gwen ..................2
Ray and Debbie .................2
Bob and Judy ....................2
Andy & Tracy ....................2
Brian and Dorien................2
Wayne and Bernie..............2
Paul .................................1
Dave the German .............1
Mike and Di.......................2

So that's 50 so far ...... fantastic !!

... anymore? Looks like being another busy meet! So next "milestone" is 55 ... anyone thinking of booking? Mike? Paul & Carol coooooeeeeee......nudge?

(last year was 46 stop overs so we've beaten that already! )

The hotel have promised to open the function room bar to allow for the stampede of boozers, and guaranteed more variety of beers?

Hopefully including the re-launched Wrexham Lager it's gorgeous!

the hotels site is
http://www.wildpheasanthotel.co.uk/
brochure: http://issuu.com/gryphonit/docs/hotel_b ... 59/2593748
the phone number's 01978 860 629
the dates are 25th/26th April 2014
ask for Sarah and mention my name and / or the Boxertrix weekend booking.

Don't forget there's free unlimited use of the hydro pool, steam room and sauna during your stay! Just the thing for relaxing after a long ride on the bike

PS if you're coming but thinking of staying elsewhere please let me know for working out rideout numbers and the group dinner

some alternatives
http://whitewatershotel.co.uk/ (just up the road from the WPH)
http://www.royal-hotel-llangollen.co.uk/ (0.5m in the town)
http://www.hand-hotel-llangollen.com/ (0.5m in the town)
http://www.chainbridgehotel.com/ (1.5m up the road from the WPH)
as well as lots of B&B's some here
http://www.llangollen.com/stay.html
the hostel Dai mentioned previously
http://www.llangollenhostel.co.uk/
and for the rufty tufty GS owners who need to camp

http://www.wernisaf.co.uk/
and alternative eating and drinking venues for Friday etc
http://www.llangollenontheweb.co.uk/eating-out

forgot to put Gales Wine Bar (Peter and Alan reminded me, and were impressed with the place)

http://www.galesofllangollen.co.uk/

bobtail · Post by **bobtail** » Wed Feb 05, 2014 9:41 pm

Steve,

Has the route been sorted and if so have the details been put on site?

Bob

slparry · Post by **slparry** » Wed Feb 05, 2014 9:53 pm

bobtail wrote:Steve,

Has the route been sorted and if so have the details been put on site?

Bob

Steve (BoxerEd) has the route sorted

slparry · Post by **slparry** » Wed Feb 05, 2014 9:57 pm

Al advises the Wild Pheasant are reporting they're full, if that's the case the White Waters is the nearest hotel being just up the road from the WP, and as always the WP will gladly accept non residents to join in for the group dinner on the Saturday night at the cost of the meal

Other nearby alternatives are the Hand Hotel and the Royal Hotel.

leasky · Post by **leasky** » Thu Feb 06, 2014 12:45 pm

leasky wrote:Steve, I have been holding off posting on this as I am about to change location with work in the next few weeks (leaving Abu Dhabi and going to Malta) and I will probably be subject to a new rota.

Once I see that rotational pattern and confirm my time off and exact dates back in the UK, I shall hopefully be able to attend with Clare - we will be taking the GSA though as its still a tad far for her to travel on the back of the Mamola.

Fingers crossed

Bugger. Steve, I am going to have to cry off; the new rota has come out and I will be away on the weekend in question.

It's a real shame as Clare and I were really looking forward to meeting so many folk; especially after 8 years (today) of membership of this great institution.

I am sure it will be a roaring success and I look forward (with envy) to seeing the pictures.

Ride safe and have fun

eyore · Post by **eyore** » Thu Feb 06, 2014 12:51 pm

slparry wrote:One down, Eyore shame was looking forward to meeting you...
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Likewise, but there will definitely be a next time. Cant tell you how much I was looking forward to it.

slparry · Post by **slparry** » Thu Feb 06, 2014 1:30 pm

leasky wrote:
leasky wrote:Steve, I have been holding off posting on this as I am about to change location with work in the next few weeks (leaving Abu Dhabi and going to Malta) and I will probably be subject to a new rota.

Once I see that rotational pattern and confirm my time off and exact dates back in the UK, I shall hopefully be able to attend with Clare - we will be taking the GSA though as its still a tad far for her to travel on the back of the Mamola.

Fingers crossed
Bugger. Steve, I am going to have to cry off; the new rota has come out and I will be away on the weekend in question.

It's a real shame as Clare and I were really looking forward to meeting so many folk; especially after 8 years (today) of membership of this great institution.

I am sure it will be a roaring success and I look forward (with envy) to seeing the pictures.

Ride safe and have fun

Damn

.... oh well as you say there'll be next year, hopefully

PBBoxer · Post by **PBBoxer** » Thu Feb 06, 2014 8:42 pm

bugger, too late for the wp?

my bad

slparry · Post by **slparry** » Thu Feb 06, 2014 8:59 pm

PBBoxer wrote:bugger, too late for the wp?

my bad

Try the White Waters Paul, then join us at the WPH for the evening meal (it's only just up the road)

Do give the WPH a bell tho' just in case

PBBoxer · Post by **PBBoxer** » Thu Feb 06, 2014 9:04 pm

tried a week ago mate no answer... will try again now.. (WP)

slparry · Post by **slparry** » Thu Feb 06, 2014 9:06 pm

Just checked the Hand Hotel down the road from the Wild Pheasant.

They're advertising the two nights for two people at £160 which is not bad

http://www.hand-hotel-llangollen.com/

Ok that's only B&B not D,B&B but one of those nights you can come for the group dinner at the WPH anyway