After some months planning the stand and selecting the bikes for this show we finally got to the day.
On Friday 21st Feb the Bristol Classic team arrived to set up the stand and arrange the bikes in a pleasing configuration. Our stand was a bit snug – but it is free and in the main hall with maximum footfall. (Approx 16,000 visit over the weekend)
It all went quite well apart from Jude almost ending up in next doors stand after putting slightly too much pressure on the flimsy partitions.
We decided to use both backdrops for maximum impact and soon bikes were in position and the regalia/membership table set up as well as the most important bit—the tea table.
Saturday morning was bright, and we arrived to find Dave T there with his bike, Sarah & Chloe soon arrived with the regalia boxes and set up their stall.
We had a very busy Saturday with the Bristol Classic Team talking to all the show goers. We reminisced with them, advised them, and sold them membership and regalia. We offered tea and coffee to members and new members and had a very enjoyable—although cold and tiring day. (note to self—wear another layer next year) Several branch members popped along too,
Sunday was wet and windy and attendance was down a bit, but we still had a steady flow of people to our stand. We welcomed Jo and Chris from Gloucester and Andy from Bristol, Mared represented North Wales and Cheshire and Tony (GS) and Zoe came along to say hi and have a cuppa and I’m sure there were some other branches too—so thank you all for coming. Sunday’s mishap was the spontaneous collapse of the tea table (weight of the biscuits?) Fortunately, no harm done apart from the demise of one mug. The electrics were tucked away underneath so avoided any liquids although the nearby roller banner may have a reservoir of coffee … We were lucky enough to entice Sammy Miller onto the stand for a photo opportunity after he had been bidding for an interesting bike at the auction. We also had regular visits from Andrew Langdon of Flying Duck fame for chats & tea.
All in all, a very enjoyable show with a great bunch of people who formed the Bristol Classic Team. We gained 10 new members who have now been welcomed into the club via email and Sarah took in a total of £305 for regalia and membership. Ian Jefferson may have gained us some advertising which Erica is following up.
BRISTOL CLASSIC TEAM
Steve/Jude/Charles (Transport Legend) /Jon/Simon/Karen/Dan/Sarah & Chloe(Regalia and Membership legends) /Dave T/Andy S/ Rick Cullen/Ian Jefferson/
Next one up is Kickback Show at Malvern on 12/13th April. Purchase tickets before event!
