Manchester / Sheffield Meet - Sat 5th May 2007

SteTommo · Post by **SteTommo** » Fri Mar 30, 2007 12:36 pm

Hello all, I'm organising an MG Rover meet at a great pub wiht a huge carpark in the middle of the Pennine Hills.

The best bit is it's just off the A57, Snake Pass which is a great drive.

More info is here (this link is currently on our test site) http://test.liquidcars.co.uk/events/view.php?id=31

You can sign up to the site and regeister you interest in this event and leave comments about it. Also if you want to run a convoy you can list it on there too.

I'm looking at the 1st Sunday in May, but I'll keep you all updated.

If anyone can post this link on anyother MG Rover forums I'de be really grateful.

C2K · Post by **C2K** » Fri Mar 30, 2007 12:41 pm

Boo, make it Saturday!

SteTommo · Post by **SteTommo** » Fri Mar 30, 2007 12:44 pm

I've added a poll to see what ppl wanna do.

I was looking at meeting up at midday. That means the furthest away would probably be leaving around 10am and we can get our dinners at the pub.

I'll be running a convoy from Manchester way, I've got a mate wiht a Ti in Sheff, I'm sure he could do one too.

C2K · Post by **C2K** » Fri Mar 30, 2007 12:49 pm

As long as it's afternoon I can probably do either, but Sat would be far better for me.

I'd be convoying with beefberger, and probably Bluerover if he goes i guess since we'd have to pass him in Bolton.

Posted on Coupe Owners club.

SteTommo · Post by **SteTommo** » Fri Mar 30, 2007 12:55 pm

Here's a bit of info about Snake Pass and The Strines Inn..

The Snake Pass(A57), The Peak District
This surprisingly is one of few routes across the Pennines from Sheffield to Glossop. The route is high and wild with no village or housing in sight except for an occassional old farmhouse in the valley bottom. If you don't like mountain driving, then be warned. This route is severe and as the name suggests, bends, bends and more bends! The Pass is high and has deep drops either side. Watch out for the sheep crossing the road without warning! In Winter, for several months the Pass can be closed. Check the notification boards on the road side before you progress. When the road is closed, getting to Manchester or Glossop from Sheffield or visa versa is long and needs to be planned using the M62 via Leeds.

Nethertheless, on a good clear Summers day, although sunshine isn't always guaranteed up on the top of the Pass, it is well worth a drive, simply for the wild open nature of the terrain. There are very few stops on route and certainly no petrol stations for miles, so fill up before hand! If you fancy a small drink, if you're not the nominated driver that is, then try the Snake Pass Inn at the beginning of the Snake Pass, Sheffield side. Meals also served. Closed in Winter during heavy snow falls, ring ahead to find out in advance. Before entering the Snake Pass from Sheffield, take a look around the magnificent Howden and Ladybower Reservoirs about 3 miles prior. Also, the Villages of Bamford and Hathersage. Both accessible by train from Sheffield or New Mills Central, Manchester.

The Strines Inn, Peak District (Near Strines Inn and Lower Bradfield)
The Strines Inn is a very special place. It's a Public House adorned with history. It's location, off the beaten track, yet a popular 'watering hole' for those that have been priveledged fo find. It's not a secret, but to every individual, it feels like their own 'secret' hideaway, where simply friends meet who you may not have met before! It's location is off the beaten track, wild and remote amongst heather and moorland, granite outcrops and valley views. You wouldn't find it by mistake, nor would you pass it by. It's sheer character and position is 'magnetic', seemingly in the middle of nowhere.

A very old 'haunted' Public House, boasting (accommodation), a very special room with a 'four poster bed' overlooking the wild and windy moorlands through it's crooked windows. Downstairs, visitors indulge in hearty good fayre and sit around the 'crackling' open fire. The Inn is warm and cosy, with low beams and narrow door frames. Looking around you, you'll find old pictures and taxidermy, agricultural artifacts and old flag stone flooring. There's a carpark to the front of the Inn and behind, hides a children's animal sanctuary set on the edge of rough moorland.

If you've read 'Wuthering Heights', then you really can't help but feel that this area was the inspiration. In fact, you're only a stone's throw away from Bronte land. A magical place in a 'Hidden Wilderness' - I'm proud to call home!

The Strines is hidden away on your route from Sheffield to The Snake Pass. Leave Sheffield by the beautiful Rivelin Valley and you'll see the signs, I hope! Alternatively, leave Sheffield via 'Lower Bradfield' village and gently make your way up the valley side to the Strines'. The locals will direct you in the right direction!
Take 'Mortimer Road'.

C2K · Post by **C2K** » Fri Mar 30, 2007 12:58 pm

Just a thought, will the inn owners not mind a whole bunch of MG Rovers turning up in the car park for a meet?

I mean some of the MG owners at the blackpool meet weren't exactly well conducted.

SteTommo · Post by **SteTommo** » Fri Mar 30, 2007 1:05 pm

I've rang them up and they said there shouldn't be a problem, but I'm going to ring back at 3 and confirm wiht the owner.

I think if I say I'm' organising a Rover Owners Club meeting they will expect a load of old blokes with pipes n slippers

IT does need to be made very clear though that driving like a inflatable dinghy on the pub carpark is not a good idea, it's gravel for a start and theres just no need for it when you can get it our of your system on the Snake Pass.

It also needs to be said that the Snake Pass is not the best place to drive like a nut either. I'm not exactly going to be taking my time, but I have seen probably 10 or more acidents up there and there arn't really that many places to safley overtake.

But I'm not everyones mum so it's down to the individual really.

Post by **agw_01** » Fri Mar 30, 2007 1:08 pm

C2K wrote:I mean some of the MG owners at the blackpool meet weren't exactly well conducted.

How do you know?

C2K wrote:I'd be convoying with beefberger, and probably Bluerover if he goes i guess since we'd have to pass him in Bolton.

What about me?

Either date is fine with me.

SteTommo · Post by **SteTommo** » Fri Mar 30, 2007 1:10 pm

I'de imagine the best thing to do would be meet up in Glossop for everyone who's comming from the West.

I'm only round the corner from you guys and I'll be going round the top of the M60 anyway.

Toddy · Post by **Toddy** » Fri Mar 30, 2007 3:07 pm

sundays best for me as i play footy saturday afternoons.

yeah c2k, i didnt see you in blackpool??

Beaker · Post by **Beaker** » Fri Mar 30, 2007 7:48 pm

Literally just up the road from me. Word of warning to those with lowered cars is take it easy. I have a nice piccy of the pub with Maestro turbo which I will put up to entice everyone tomorrow.

If your coming from your folks place C2K then best to come over woodhead and meet up with us first

Toddy · Post by **Toddy** » Fri Mar 30, 2007 8:41 pm

Skatiechik wrote:Word of warning to those with lowered cars is take it easy.

whats the problem for lowered cars?? the road knacked or something?

SteTommo · Post by **SteTommo** » Fri Mar 30, 2007 9:35 pm

it's not kanckered, but it's a bit of an old country road just before the pub and the pub carpark has 2 sections, one of them is a bit uneven.

C2K · Post by **C2K** » Mon Apr 02, 2007 7:42 am

agw_01 wrote:
C2K wrote:I mean some of the MG owners at the blackpool meet weren't exactly well conducted.
How do you know?

My spy was there.

Told me about the chav wheelspin massif aii.

Yes I will be coming from the folks Skatie, going to be one hell of a convoy this.

walshy.walsh · Post by **walshy.walsh** » Mon Apr 02, 2007 7:49 am

saturday for me!

smile · Post by **smile** » Mon Apr 02, 2007 7:50 am

Providing I have a new car sorted, and im not working - i'll pop along, it's been a while since I attended a meet

SteTommo · Post by **SteTommo** » Tue Apr 10, 2007 1:04 am

bump - just to let you know this is still going ahead

Toddy · Post by **Toddy** » Tue Apr 10, 2007 8:00 am

have we got an exact date then? i need something to work towards!

E_T_V · Post by **E_T_V** » Tue Apr 10, 2007 2:31 pm

How many are you thinking of getting to come? The carpark isn't that big! I'll dig out a shot of the place tonight if I remember. The roads are errrrr interesting around there

But good fun all the same.

SteTommo · Post by **SteTommo** » Tue Apr 10, 2007 4:33 pm

there's 2 bits to that carpark, you have the lower bit and then the grassy bit abouve, I'de imagine you could fit 50 cars in there but I doubt anywhere near that many will come.

Beaker · Post by **Beaker** » Tue Apr 10, 2007 9:48 pm

Some pictures of the pub and road/scenery.

SteTommo · Post by **SteTommo** » Tue Apr 10, 2007 11:21 pm

lol, great pics, look like theyve come stright out of a magazine.

E_T_V · Post by **E_T_V** » Tue Apr 10, 2007 11:33 pm

Errrr. Shhhh.

uusmatt · Post by **uusmatt** » Wed Apr 11, 2007 12:43 am

I'll probably run a Sheffield Convoy Tommo, either day is good for me just need to know ASAP so i can sort work out and such.

p.s. Mister i don't drive that fast over snake pass, who's idea was it to make pace notes ????

C2K · Post by **C2K** » Thu Apr 19, 2007 12:41 pm

Is this growing in size?

SteTommo · Post by **SteTommo** » Thu Apr 19, 2007 5:35 pm

How about a list of Names then...

name, car, comming from

Tommo - 620ti - Leigh
uusmatt - 620ti - Sheffield

Toddy · Post by **Toddy** » Thu Apr 19, 2007 5:49 pm

as far as i know we dont even have a defo day yet, or have i missed something and everyones agreed on saturday 5th?

Beaker · Post by **Beaker** » Thu Apr 19, 2007 6:08 pm

Saturday 5th is fine for me and E_T_V

SteTommo · Post by **SteTommo** » Thu Apr 19, 2007 6:24 pm

Sorry I didn't realise that I hadent post the date

Saturday the 5th of May 2007

Toddy · Post by **Toddy** » Thu Apr 19, 2007 7:13 pm

Tommo - 620ti - Leigh
uusmatt - 620ti - Sheffield
Toddy-220 coupe turbo-huddersfield (hopefully)

BlueRover · Post by **BlueRover** » Sat Apr 21, 2007 8:16 pm

Tommo - 620ti - Leigh
uusmatt - 620ti - Sheffield
Toddy-220 coupe turbo-huddersfield (hopefully)
BlueRover - noisy 820i - Bolton

Post by **agw_01** » Sat Apr 21, 2007 10:20 pm

I'm a bit skint at the moment so doubt I'll bring the 420 (:() but if my Dad is going, I'll pop along in his car.

Tommo - 620ti - Leigh
uusmatt - 620ti - Sheffield
Toddy-220 coupe turbo-huddersfield (hopefully)
BlueRover - noisy 820i - Bolton
agw_01 - As above

BlueRover · Post by **BlueRover** » Sat Apr 21, 2007 10:22 pm

Did you get the pipe sorted ?

Post by **agw_01** » Sat Apr 21, 2007 10:28 pm

Yep, after I'd removed the return pipe from the turbo, I was able to twist the metal pipe and get that off and then twist the rubber pipe to get it off the rad.

Got the new manifold gasket on, sanded and painted the radiator frame and subframe, new thermostat housing fitted along with a new thermostat but had to leave it there due to get it getting dark.

Had to get a neighbour to push it onto the drive with me as I didn't want to start it with no intake hoses on the turbo (or coolant for that matter).

Will have an early start tomorrow to finish it all off.

chuzz620 · Post by **chuzz620** » Sat Apr 21, 2007 11:48 pm

im from lincoln does this include me

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