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| Partizan Main Hall |
This past weekend we had a wonderful time travelling up to Newark to see the sights and take in Partizan.
Sidney Roundwood acted as our chauffeur, whisking us from Roundwood Towers up to Newark - a drive in which I would have been highly stressed if I had to undertake myself, so thank you again Sidney for taking that on.
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| The British Civil Wars |
We visited the newish National English Civil War museum located in the centre of Newark. I was initially struck by how relatively small it was, but this was aswaged by the quality of the exhibits. I particularly liked the special exhibit on 15/16th century medicine, especially the books and wheelchair of Sir Thomas Fairfax and the plague doctor's creepy regalia.
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| Campaign Boots of Sir Thomas Fairfax |
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| Sir Thomas' Wheelchair that he used later in life
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| Curt the Plague Doctor |
We stayed at a wonderful B&B called 'The Lions' and had excellent fair at both the 'Prince Rupert' pub and 'The Rushton'. All highly recommended.
On Sunday, after a leisurely English breakfast we meandered our way to the George Stephenson Hall which hosted the Partizan show. I really have nothing to compare it with but I thought it was a wonderful event - well attended, efficiently run and with many tempting things to see and buy.
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| The Bloggers' Meet-Up at Partizan |
There was a bloggers meet-up in the early afternoon arranged by Pete (Panzer Kaput) - thanks Pete! I had the pleasure to meet up with a few old salts from the Painting Challenge and make some new acquaintances as well. I great occasion and a fine bunch of people.
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| Ian showing us his amazing 6mm Greeks |
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| 6mm Madness
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After Partizan a few of us retired to 'The Prince Rupert' for a few drinks and excellent fair to match the company.
Great to see you, hopefully we will meet again. Enjoy the rest of your holiday
ReplyDeleteIt was great to see you as well Martin! Best of luck with your classes!
DeleteAn excellent start to your latest adventures.!
ReplyDeleteThanks Dave and I hope you and the missus have a great trip as well!
DeleteLovely to see you again and to meet Snowlady Sarah :D
ReplyDeleteTasha? I think you mean Kara :)
Yes, it was wonderful to get in a visit - Sarah was delighted to meet you as well.
Delete(Kara? Oh, yes. Corrected!)
This sounds to have been a good show. Sadly I wasn't able to make it - and it's only a 30 minute drive - but hopefully I'll be there in August.
ReplyDeleteI found it to be a very nice event and I think many Old Salts thought so as well.
DeleteGood to see you again and a pleasant surprise, though not as surprising as your memory! 🙂
ReplyDeleteI was great to have remembered you Gary! Here's to next time!
DeleteGlad you had a good trip and I'm sure one day our paths will cross.
ReplyDeleteI certainly hope so Michael - you were missed!
DeleteA wonderful trip so far!
ReplyDeleteCheers Miles!
DeleteWow, a veritable WBQ reunion!
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Dammit all, but I wish I could have been there! What a splendid thing it would have been to meet you all at last! Oh well, there's always next year, or the year after, or whenever...
It will happen Ev - On one continent or another!
DeleteNext holiday you have to come down to Oz... for BBQ and beers and Chateau GIMP!
ReplyDeleteNow, that is very tempting...
DeleteChateau GIMP indeed! See what happens when you live on an island? You start developing a pretentious attitude.
DeleteThat aside, the door is always open and the fridge well stocked!
I imagine that we will take you up on that offer sooner or later - from both you and Paul! :)
DeleteGreat to see your having such a good time, enjoy!
ReplyDeleteThank you Sander! I have those wonderful AHPC key-fobs to give out while I'm here.
DeleteIt was wonderful to chat with you as well Loki! You're looking as fit as a fiddle and your painting skills continue to impress.
ReplyDeleteGreat to see you had a very nice time there, and some very interesting pieces of bounty, too!
ReplyDeleteThanks Juan! We'll be in Malaga in a few weeks so perhaps our paths will cross.
DeletePerhaps, my friend! Are you going to Granada too?
DeleteYes, we will be in Granada as wel! Just let me know if a time works for you. We'll be in the region from the 11th to the 17th.
DeleteSounds like a perfect start for your trip!
ReplyDeleteIt's a grand beginning to be sure! Thanks Stefan.
DeleteIt looks to me as if your latest trip to g'old europe is off to a great start Sir!
ReplyDeleteCheers Nick! Yes, nothing like military museum and a wargaming show to get things off on the right foot. :)
DeleteWords cannot express the level of envy I am experiencing sir. :-)
ReplyDeleteIt would have been AMAZING to share a pub table with you, Dave and the other Challenge grognards.
DeleteLooks like a grand day out. Wish I could have made it.
ReplyDeleteI would have been great to see you again Ray. Hopefully next time out.
DeleteGreat stuff dude. I'm surprised you didn't buy more stuff!
ReplyDeleteI was trying to be good!
DeleteIts was my pleasure to organise the meet and very nice meeting you it was a wonderful show
ReplyDeleteIt was a pleasure to meet you. Thanks for making the effort to arrange the meet-up!
DeleteHow awesome. Having a great time by the looks. cheers
ReplyDeleteThanks Kiwi, it was a wonderful time. Now to arrange something for the Southern Hemisphere.
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