Pickering 2008 - Page 2

pappajohn · 15-07-2008, 08:38 PM

as its my local show i'd volunteer to be wyatt earp but as i cant get there til friday evening its not possible.

john.

eddievanbitz · 15-07-2008, 11:38 PM

Just a word of advice, "Fun" may be there, but trade stands and dealers will be sparse. I have asked loads of the traders I know if they will be at Pickering and it is a big no!

We (Van Bitz) always do York, (so going North isn't a problem) but we have been told that Pickering is a poor showground as it is either way too dusty, or, with the lightest of rain a mud bath.

Access is poor, through a small town with traffic problems, and, more worrying there is a problem with theft normally due to a large traveller camp in the area. One trader told me that the last time they exhibited there, he and his three staff spent most of their time facing their stock and equipment in an attempt to stop it walking off!

I spoke to another trader that travels all around the country, attending motorhome shows, and he is on the doorstep at Pickering. He even knows the showground owners and he told me that there is no way he will be attending!

I know the show rallies are not just about buying things from the traders, but the same problems that have put the mockers on it, as far as the majority, of the experienced traders, will affect ralliers as well.

Don Madge · 16-07-2008, 07:44 AM

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Originally Posted by eddievanbitz

Just a word of advice, "Fun" may be there, but trade stands and dealers will be sparse. I have asked loads of the traders I know if they will be at Pickering and it is a big no!

We (Van Bitz) always do York, (so going North isn't a problem) but we have been told that Pickering is a poor showground as it is either way too dusty, or, with the lightest of rain a mud bath.

Access is poor, through a small town with traffic problems, and, more worrying there is a problem with theft normally due to a large traveller camp in the area. One trader told me that the last time they exhibited there, he and his three staff spent most of their time facing their stock and equipment in an attempt to stop it walking off!

I spoke to another trader that travels all around the country, attending motorhome shows, and he is on the doorstep at Pickering. He even knows the showground owners and he told me that there is no way he will be attending!

I know the show rallies are not just about buying things from the traders, but the same problems that have put the mockers on it, as far as the majority, of the experienced traders, will affect ralliers as well.

Hi,

Living local I can confirm what Eddie has stated.

When the show was moved from York I checked out the showground, actually it's called the "Northern Events Centre" not the Pickering Showground.

At the moment there is only one entrance to the site and the few tarmac roads are in a very poor condition.

Also it's the week after the Shepton show which does not help.

An obvious choice would have been the Harrogate show ground.

Don

Jim · 16-07-2008, 08:12 AM

Looks like they are going to catch a cold on this one. However a lot of traders had already booked and paid a deposit before they learned of the location change so I am sure it won't be deserted.

Don Madge · 16-07-2008, 08:49 AM

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Originally Posted by Jim

Looks like they are going to catch a cold on this one. However a lot of traders had already booked and paid a deposit before they learned of the location change so I am sure it won't be deserted.

Hi Jim,

Another point worth remembering is the close proximity to Flamingo land, if the weather is fine it could be chaos with day visitors to both locations.

Don

GJH · 16-07-2008, 09:17 AM

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Originally Posted by Don Madge

Hi Jim,

Another point worth remembering is the close proximity to Flamingo land, if the weather is fine it could be chaos with day visitors to both locations.

Don

Not to mention the North Yorks Moors Railway and Eden Camp

Graham

GJH · 16-07-2008, 09:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Don Madge

An obvious choice would have been the Harrogate show ground.

Don

You're right Don - I wonder if the reason they didn't go there is that there are already events arranged for that weekend?

It would certainly be an appropriate venue for future years.

Graham

Don Madge · 16-07-2008, 09:26 AM

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Originally Posted by GJH

Not to mention the North Yorks Moors Railway and Eden Camp

Graham

Hi Graham,

The attendance at Lincoln was down 50%, the Camping & Caravan Club were conspicuous by there absences.

Some small traders at the show did not even cover there expenses.

Looking around the forums Malvern is not looking much brighter.

Don

American Dream · 16-07-2008, 09:29 AM

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Originally Posted by GJH

Not to mention the North Yorks Moors Railway and Eden Camp

Graham

Been to both and thoroughly recommend them for a visit.

Even the kids enjoyed them.

GJH · 16-07-2008, 11:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Don Madge

Hi Graham,

The attendance at Lincoln was down 50%, the Camping & Caravan Club were conspicuous by there absences.

Some small traders at the show did not even cover there expenses.

Looking around the forums Malvern is not looking much brighter.

Don

I suppose the current economic climate could be putting some people off buying motorhomes. Leisure industries are one area where it is possible for some people to cut back, or spend on alternatives, without total enjoyment being significantly reduced.

We will be at the Festival of History at Kelmarsh Hall this coming weekend so it will be interesting to see if attendances are similarly hit there.

Graham