August Deep Sky Camp - Change of Venue - IMPORTANT!! Please Read.

[Mike]

The August Deep Sky Camp from Friday 21st to Monday 24th August will be held at a new (trial) venue of Blacklands Farm in West Sussex.

Wheatsheaf Road (B2116)
Henfield
West Sussex
BN5 9AT

Full details can be obtained here :- http://www.blacklands-farm-campsite.co.uk/

Please contact the site to make a booking.

[Ian]

just to clarify Mike, do we need to book a pitch in advance or can we just turn up?

[Mike]

Not sure. You can book online using a booking form so it's easy enough to do. I've booked anyway just in case.

Give them a ring if you're not sure.

[mickw]

Should we mention OAS when booking so we get put together 

Or do you think they might have heard of us 

[Mike]

I've already sent the guy an email to expect a bunch of alcohol fuelled pyromaniacs that go under the pretence of astronomers

p.s. Thanks Rick for changing the front of the OAS website..

[Fay]

all of whom will be gagging and babbling nonsense, due to "hot sauce" before the end of the first night!
Anyone with a nervous disposition....beware!

[Mike]

REPLY FROM BLACKLANDS:............

Hi Mike

We have availability for those dates; I have reserved space for you and your
party and really look forward to having you camp with us. Below is all the
information you should need, Prices are at the bottom of this email.

As you come up the drive there are two speed bumps, after the second speed
bump turn right through the wooded area the Reception is on your left
through the second gate - (Please leave your payment before setting up your
site.) . Follow the drive round the camping field to find your site. Our
website (bottom of the page) has a detailed map so you shouldn't have any
trouble finding us.

As far as we are able, we run an honesty site, so please bring your money in
an envelope and post it through the door of the reception situated inside
the campsite immediately to your left through the woods after the second
gate BEFORE setting up your site. NOT the bungalow half way up the drive on
the right hand side. 

Please can you write on the envelope the following information?
1. Name
2. Car registration number
3. How much is in the envelope
4. How many are camping and what days you have paid for i.e. 2 adults 2
children under 5 fri-sun
5. Mobile number (someone's car alarm went off while they were out and we
were unable to get hold of them to turn it off)

Any problems when you arrive call 07970826204

Have a great time and enjoy your stay!

Kindest Regards

Phil

Prices
(Off Peak)

* Blacklands Farm      : £5.00 per person per night.
* Children 2 - 14yrs      : £2.50 per night.
* Dogs             : £1 per dog per night; but must be on a
lead at all times.
* Electrical hook-up       : £3.00 per night (12amp)
* Gazebo         : £8 per night (Fri-Sun & Bank Holidays
only)   
* Fishing            : £5 per rod per day payable here.

Peak:
(All Bank Holidays)
"   £7.00 per person per night
"   Children Under 2 Free
"   Children 2 - 14yrs £3.50 per night
"   Dogs £1.00 per night;  but must be on a lead at all times.
"   Electrical hook-up £3.00 per night (12 amp)
"   Gazebo £8.00 per night
"   Fishing £5.00 per rod per day

*(If you wish to fish you will require a Licence. Experienced fishermen only
as we have
     some very big fish and eels in the lake.)
* We do not allow fires on site. You may bring a BBQ or Firepit/basket but
please bring
bricks if you intend to use a disposable BBQ.
* No wood fires please, Small Coal or Charcoal fires only contained in a
firepit.
* Our Showers are family sized and are free, they do get busy in the
mornings but have
  constant hot running water and are open for use all day long. , Please be
considerate to
  other campers with the time taken to shower.
* Check in time is between 9am and 8.30pm.   No vehicles in or out after
11.00 pm.
*  We ask that all visitors leave the site by 10.30 and no noise after 11.00
pm.   
*  Please respect the site and other campers and use the skips provided for
rubbish.    
* Checkout time is before 12 pm. These times are flexible!
* NO COMMERCIAL VEHICLES WITHOUT PRIOR AGREEMENT PLEASE.
Andrew at ACE taxis has given us a flat rate taxi fare from Hassocks station
to the campsite. He charges £10 instead of £14
ACE TAXI'S 01273 835835.

[mickw]

Sounds cool, do we know if Hook Ups are just one side of the field ? not that I want one but am curious after Duncan being an outcast at Woodlands (and rightly so  )

[Mike]

Don't know Mick. Give them a call.

[Fay]

when is everyone planning on getting there?

[Rick]

Plenty of answers over there --> http://forum.orpington-astronomy.org.uk/index.php?topic=4973.0

[MarkS]

Mike,

Since you have made a reservation for the whole party does that mean I don't need to book as an individual?  i.e. I just turn up with an envelope of money + my details to post through reception's door?

Mark

[Mike]

Mark I know nothing about it. I am presuming Chris did it.

[MarkS]

Mark I know nothing about it. I am presuming Chris did it.

Mike, this message from you
http://forum.orpington-astronomy.org.uk/index.php?topic=4998.msg27569#msg27569
gave me the impression they had reserved space for us.

Mark

[Mike]

That was what he sent me after I made my own personal booking