[robert waddell]

at lanark you only have the area whare the hens are sold (as open space) under cover  then the front bit whare the cafe is  it would need to be tents
if you are hell bent on lanark as the first venue go to the vintage event there also in september to get an idea about layout
yes they have pens BUT IT IS A CATTLE/SHEEP MART
sept also clashes with westmoorland     and why september

[Rosemary]

September was just put up by me to shoot down. We have to start with something. I thought it would miss most of the already established agricultural shows, although the Rare breed sale is at Carlisle on the 17th this year and we want to miss that clash, I think. September 2012 also give us more time to get organised than, say, May 2012.

Lanark was suggested by Karen, presumably because she knows it. I've never been although I will get down to see it soon - I can't get an idea of size from a plan really. It's quite central and accessible and the exterior looks new, so hopefully the lavvies are in good condition (high up my personal priority list). The cost isn't exorbitant, they will have in-house expertise that we can tap in to, they probably have insurance and we wouldn't need so much equipment etc than if we started with a bare field.

But if you have better suggestions, let's hear them. 

[Dan]

I've setup a dedicated private board for those who have contributed to this thread so far - you can access it from the forum home page.

If anyone else wants to access the dedicated board please just reply below and I'll add you to the group

I'm not going to lock this thread, but suggest that all discussion about the details are moved to threads on the dedicated board.

And if anyone just wants to comment on the general idea please carry on here. 

Thanks,

Dan. 

[Simon O]

Dan can you add me please. Ta.
Simon

[Dan]

Dan can you add me please. Ta.
Simon

No problem, done now.

[VSS]

Not a Scot, but I think your enthusiasm is admirable.

Just one thought, and an important one that no-one has mentioned yet - INSURANCE.

[HappyHippy]

Not a Scot, but I think your enthusiasm is admirable.

Just one thought, and an important one that no-one has mentioned yet - INSURANCE.

Ah, but we have  Well, to be precise Doganjo (accountant and experienced committee member  ) did. We're looking into it, and hoping that the PL insurance the market has to cover events will be suitable.
Thank you for your comments VSS  Are you too far South to become an honourary Scot ? 

[milly molly]

Eventually found the site on the working horse machinery it's www.carthorsemachinery.com

Mandy

[VSS]

Thank you for your comments VSS  Are you too far South to become an honourary Scot ? 

Probably - North West Wales is a long way from Scotland. I can't really even claim the celtic connection as I am and English incomer 

[southernskye]

What an excellent thread!
Just to add a few thoughts:
Magazines such as
home farmer,
Grow your own,
kitchen garden,
grow it,
might also be worth contacting?

Other groups such as
Scottish Crofting federation
Crofters commission?

Local horticultural groups in areas where the particular show will be held?

As for location I think anywhere in Scotland would be a good start
Even from Skye it would be closer than the trek to Wales the wife and I are making this year.

Please may I be added to the Allowed list for the new forum group for this idea also?

Sorry I cannot be of any great help at the moment as, currently, I am still a telecomms engineer plying my trade hither and thither. But I will watch how it goes, there may be something my skills can be used for.
Very best Wishes
SSkye
Currently sweltering in 28 degs C in Rhineland !

[Rosemary]

Probably - North West Wales is a long way from Scotland. I can't really even claim the celtic connection as I am and English incomer 

I've emailed you seperately about the show 

[doganjo]

Thank you for your comments VSS  Are you too far South to become an honourary Scot ? 

Probably - North West Wales is a long way from Scotland. I can't really even claim the celtic connection as I am and English incomer 

But you could plan your 2012 holidays now, couldn't you? 

[VSS]

But you could plan your 2012 holidays now, couldn't you? 

I am afraid that our annual holiday extends to two days a year and that is spent at the Welsh Smallholder Festival.

I have got to come up to Scotland next year,  but that is in April I'm afraid.

[Brucklay]

Could I be added - I'm North East but could get involved in the future ones - thanks

[Dan]

Could I be added - I'm North East but could get involved in the future ones - thanks

Done now.