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Brentwood RFC Sober Gringo Tour 2006

We are now less than two weeks to go before tour, so I thought I better let you all know what’s happening: -





Final numbers are booked in to Butlins are we are a touring party of 120. The event organisers have asked that should any issues arise during the weekend that your event organiser liase with the event coordinator (unfortunately there is a strong possibility that he may be drunk so make sure its more important than you not liking the colour of the toilet rolls in Chalet 57).

If you are interested in the facilities at Butlins please visit http://www.butlins.com/.

I’ve checked the brochure and I think “Complete Madness” the tribute band are playing Bognor that weekend, so that’s embarrassing dad time.

Directions

The AA route planner suggests the following route:

M25 south towards Dartford
Leave the M25 at Junction 7 and join the M23 towards Gatwick/Brighton
Leave the M23 at Junction 11 and join the A264 towards Horsham
Follow the A264 through Crawley and Horsham until you come to the A24
Join the A24 towards Worthing
At Findon join the A280 towards Littlehampton
Join the A27 towards Chichester
Join the A29 into Bognor Regis

They say its 95 miles and a 2 hour journey.

From the Butlins website

Traveling by road
We're easy to find. Simply follow the A259 coast road and you can't miss us. We're just one mile east of Bognor Regis on the Littlehampton road near Felpham Village. See who'll be the first to the Skyline Pavillion - you can't miss it as you approach the Resort.

Travelling by coach or rail
If you travelling by train, the Resort is just a minute taxi ride from
Bognor Regis station. And, if you are travelling by coach, you will
arrive at the Resort's main entrance where we look forward to
meeting you. Please note that the National Express coaches stop
inside the main entrance.

Check In

I am still waiting for confirmation on check in times, however I will be there from lunchtime and it appears I can check everyone in and distribute keys as you arrive. I will probably be in the Bar closest to reception but alternatively call 07989491256. At this time I will let you know the time and location of our tour meeting, this is when you will find out tour rules and officials.

Accomodation

We are in what Butlins call “Silver” accommodation:

Key features
TV
Shower
Lounge/Diner
Kitchenette with cooker, fridge and microwave
Tea/coffee making facilities
Bed linen provided
Please note Towels are NOT provided

Boys Travelling Alone

If your son is coming on tour without a parent or guardian, please make sure you have arranged who is responsible for your child’s well being while on tour. How is he getting there? When is he going? When is he getting home? Does he have any allergies, medication or special dietary requirements?

Whoever is caring for your child will need at least 2 emergency contact numbers for the weekend.

The coaching staff are always mindful of the children’s welfare but it is not their job to baby sit other peoples children.

What You Need

The boys are going to need their rugby kit including boots, gum shields and a waterproof jacket. They will be playing on Saturday and Sunday and should it rain putting wet kit on the next day won’t be funny. I would suggest swimming gear as there are pools at Butlins. They will need trainers, tshirts and jeans for evenings. The accommodation is self catering so they will need money to eat and for tour fines. As previously mentioned Butlin’s do not provide towels.

Important

This is an extract from the tournament rules:

Proof of Age
Each team must submita list of players to the Team Tours Direct administration before their first match in the tournsment. All players MUST be able to identify themselves and to certify their age with a valid passport or registration card from their respective Union. This must be presented to the registration officer for your age group on arrival at the tournament venue.

Any player who does not comply will not be allowed to play.

Tour Songs

Lyrics for this years Tour Tunes are available on the website. Click on the link "Bognor 2006 tour songs & rules" were all the song sheets are available to read & print. Spend time to learn the words, the fines for not knowing the lyrics are horrible.

Tour Rules

Tour rules are also available on the website. Click on the link "Bognor 2006 tour songs & rules" were all the rules are available to read & print. These are by no means final rules and can be modified at short notice.

posted by woodsnews @ 11:58 am