TLS UK Late Summer ish Meetup

[Fangu]

Apparently I need IBAN and SWIFT.

Edit: owait SWIFT is BIC.

 

[Mage]

Right, so far I've sent six PMs with details, so far so good. We might actually get something organised yet!

@ Tets: There's plenty of good alternatives to beer, like spirits or wine! Nowt wrong with a cup of tea either.

 

[Tetsujin]

I think I got drunk on vodka last time. That wasn't bad.

Gonna transfer the money today then. Might as well pay in full already

 

[Tetsujin]

Okay so, slight complication because I can't transfer money in GBP, only € so I'm not sure how much to transfer to get the exact amount in GBP on your end because of conversion rate fuckery and also there might be fees involved on both our ends.

 

[Ami]

I'll PM you for details shortly. Was meant to do this yesterday, but FFXIV came back into my life, so...

 

[Fangu]

I was actually able to choose GBP. They tried tricking me into a direct conversion but they were unable to fool me and I think I might have saved £0.5

Also, yup, pretty steep fees on both ends. I added a bit extra to cover Mage's fee but I'm not sure if it's enough. Damn you banks

 

[Cthulhu]

Okay so, slight complication because I can't transfer money in GBP, only € so I'm not sure how much to transfer to get the exact amount in GBP on your end because of conversion rate fuckery and also there might be fees involved on both our ends.

It's about 65 euros, give or take. My bank also indicated something like "shared fees" (the other option wasn't available), so I added a bit extra beacause if it's too much I know she'll buy me a beer and shit

 

[Octo]

I'm maybe it's an idea if someone already has Mage's bank deets to forward them to those who don't have them yet? Just that I'll be going to bed soon and Im going out early tomorrow so I want to get it transferred ASAP.

 

[Mage]

If it turns out that I haven't been charged at my end, the surplus will be used towards food costs since you lot are gonna have to stomach my cooking.

So far I've received Octo's payment, I'm expecting more to clear later this morning.

 

[Ami]

I put Cumbria Deposit as my reference, I only just got your PM. Have you got it yet?

 

[Mage]

Yep, received monies from everybody except Fangu, Alan and Lex so far, Fangu's is en route and Alan and Lex's is imminent so no worries. I've got eleven of us confirmed including myself and S&G might bomb along for a cheeky night.

If you haven't confirmed via Facebook and you want to come you need to PM me tonight or ASAP via the forum or Facebook, I might be able to add extra names to the booking unless other randoms get in there first.

 

[Mage]

Right, paid and confirmed numbers - THIS IS REALLY HAPPENING.

Everyone who's paid a deposit needs to pay the same again to clear the balance, I need to pay the remainder on August 1st, so no hurry but bear it in mind. I will harass you closer to the date.

Next thing on the list is catering, there's plenty of good places to eat in Windermere but I don't mind cooking to keep costs down so that was the plan (cooked breakfast, amirite?), so if anyone's got any dietary requirements can you please PM me (Ami you're already on the list). Vegetarian isn't a problem, I can probably stretch to vegan but nut-free is a bit of a ball ache.

 

[Tetsujin]

Oh shiiiet, I guess I need to book flights soon-ish then

Don't even know when I'll return yet, might fuck off to Leeds afterwards to meet a friend there.

 

[Cthulhu]

I will be on a strict full English and beer diet, just fyi

I should book flights too, keep reminding me. I'm moving next week, should be able to start that afterwards.

 

[Fangu]

My diet is 'will reduce meat if possible (like eating scrambled eggs instead) but will eat anything if more convenient'

No allergies

Also beer diet y/y

 

[Mage]

Are you okay with fish as an alternative? I'm thinking it might be an idea to get a supermarket delivery scheduled for when we arrive.

 

[Fangu]

Tbf I'd probably eat the meat

 

[Octo]

Im probably just gonna eat toast and crisps anyway I'm not that fussy, if you guys are eating like pork chops and haggis and tripe I'll just eat the vegetables

@ Mage wot aboot the moneyz to hire the mini bus and petril and wotnot?

 

[RedFFWolf]

Next thing on the list is catering, there's plenty of good places to eat in Windermere but I don't mind cooking to keep costs down so that was the plan (cooked breakfast, amirite?), so if anyone's got any dietary requirements can you please PM me (Ami you're already on the list). Vegetarian isn't a problem, I can probably stretch to vegan but nut-free is a bit of a ball ache.

I'm far too fussy an eater, so just subtract me from any kind of meal prep and I'll take care of myself All shall be good.
Example: I'm vegetarian. Don't like vegetables bar having them blended into a soup or sauce, ha!

Oh shiiiet, I guess I need to book flights soon-ish then

Don't even know when I'll return yet, might fuck off to Leeds afterwards to meet a friend there.

I just booked mine earlier today. Bank holiday prices...
Don't want to think what it would've cost waiting till August to book.

@ Mage wot aboot the moneyz to hire the mini bus and petril and wotnot?

Since I've only confirmed my attendance yesterday, I'll just add that I'll be getting the train from Manchester Airport to Windermere - too long in a car or bus can set me off on the wrong foot for this weekend, let's just say.

 

[Joe]

My diet is 'throw reason out of the window' and dine on whatever is in front of me or whatever cravings take grasp. Also happy to assist in any cooking duties.

 

[Lex]

Sorry I haven't been active anywhere near this guys, it hasn't been on purpose. Mage was nice enough to shoot me a facebook PM so I'm all confirmed and have sent her munny

Thanks again for organising it all Mage, I'm just a hermit crab lately (from like, literally everyone in my life).

Anyway, really looking forward to seeing you all. Guys this is next month

 

[Mage]

Right, monies for minibus and fuel and supplies I will work out later so don't flap there. It won't be exorbitant because there's eleven of us after all.
Red you've never met my ex, you want fickle eater smackdown with him, you WILL lose. Plus I make awesome French bread pizza with a hell of a lot of vegetables in the sauce (it's a five-a-day but you don't know it sort of affair).

 

[Octo]

Oh god I've eaten really badly today, lots of junk, so I shouldn't be hungry but that French bread pizza sounds amazing!

 

[Tetsujin]

Oh god I've eaten really badly today, lots of junk, so I shouldn't be hungry but that French bread pizza sounds amazing!

^This

 

[Mage]

It's a lot more nutritious than people give it credit for! OFC, it's all the shite you have with it that makes it crap, but paprika chips are worth it.