2013 - Euro Trip Northern Contingent

Neil M · 13-01-2013, 03:28 PM

Euro Trip Northern Contingent – Please Queue Here!

Following the pre-Christmas suggestion by the Euro-Trip Management - shimmy: “I would recommend that each group/area set up their own thread in the Events section”

I was eagerly anticipating a more established member posting something for the Northern Crew but nothing to date, they’re probably busy helping the Southerners to pack?

So in their absence, I think the time has now time to stand up and be counted.

The Proposal is as you are all aware for an extended weekend away:
May Bank Holiday, 24th - 28th May, Venue: Munich to celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the CSL and Trackday at the Salzburgring.

Getting there; the easiest and most convenient route is probably the P&O Hull - Rotterdam ferry crossing.
I would think that this applies to any members living North of Stoke-on-Trent (arbitrary) and would include any members from North Wales and the Isle of Man as being the closest crossing point to the continent.
This route is also being considered by Irish Members (so good craic to be had by all)

If you choose to travel this route and are not familiar, it's an overnight (10hr.45min) crossing, with P&O Departing Hull at 8-30pm. (be aware that the Check-in closes at 19.00hrs) arrival in Rotterdam at approx. 8.15am. the following morning.
The cost is approx. £258 based on: car, driver only, includes a 2 person cabin (with Dinner on board £291) Return. http://www.ferrysavers.com/

An alternative route for members in Cumbria/Lakes, Durham, Nothumberland, etc. would be the DFDS ferry from Newcastle - Amsterdam (See Scottish Thread: http://www.cslregister.com/forum/showthread.php?t=9442) again an overnighter with 2 person cabin, however this route adds to the crossing time departing at 5.30pm. with arrival at 9.30am. (a later start for the journey to Munich) http://www.dfdsseaways.co.uk/ferry-r...-to-amsterdam/

Either route leaves approx. a 6hr plus, drive on the other side, to Munich (so a fair bit of sight seeing involved, albeit fleeting) Conclusion: Arrive Munich – whenever?

Note: There are 15mls of Road Works between Junctions 25 and 27 with a speed limit of 50mph being strictly enforced by cameras at ¼ mile intervals, so delays are more than likely. You have been warned! Don’t forget to factor this in to your travel plans.

Members traveling the M62, need to follow the A63 (outskirts of Hull) to the Ferry Port on Hendon Road, the A63 is lined with various petrol stations, several Shell ones adjacent to the end of the 62 with a BP Station almost adjacent to the Port entrance.
I would suggest filling up at some point before boarding, ready for the road ahead. However, the stations closer to the port are more likely to charge premium prices (stating the obvious).

It has already been suggested that we might consider meeting up and enter the port as a group, (what boards together, stays together) reducing the risk of any potential battle scares inflicted by children getting in and out of adjacent vehicles and careless adults with luggage passing.

A suitable staging post, might be a Retail Park, there’s one on the right of the A63 ‘Clive Sullivan Way’ (MacDonald’s) on the outskirts of Hull. Not compulsory but may be prudent.

Any thoughts, observations, suggestions, etc. more than welcomed.

‘The Homecoming – 2013” We’re not just tripping, we’re making history!

The list of Northern attendees starts here:
Neil M

s.mac · 13-01-2013, 07:13 PM

Sorry to jump on this thread Neil, but can anyone confirm the Monaco GP date? And how many hours drive from Munich to Monaco ? I have been told its the same dates but I don't think it is ...

s.mac · 13-01-2013, 07:15 PM

Neil, the best meeting place is the ferry bar from past experience

Bounce · 13-01-2013, 07:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by s.mac

Sorry to jump on this thread Neil, but can anyone confirm the Monaco GP date? And how many hours drive from Munich to Monaco ? I have been told its the same dates but I don't think it is ...

Sunday May the 26th.

Bounce · 13-01-2013, 07:18 PM

Approx 7.5 hours

s.mac · 13-01-2013, 07:34 PM

Cheers Bret and shit...... Got an invite for monaco

**shimmy** · 13-01-2013, 07:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by s.mac

Cheers Bret and shit...... Got an invite for monaco

Monaco happens every year mate.

Neil M · 13-01-2013, 07:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by s.mac

Sorry to jump on this thread Neil, but can anyone confirm the Monaco GP date? And how many hours drive from Munich to Monaco ? I have been told its the same dates but I don't think it is ...

Your already listed as attending one epic event, trying to kill two birds with one stone, might be a tad much. It's taken me all my time sorting out the dates for this one, never mind Monaco.
As Bounce says approx. 7.35hrs 490mls just might be pushing it, if your thinking of sloping off somewhere

during the celebration

Nikey30 · 13-01-2013, 07:43 PM

Hi Neil

+1

Cheers
Nick

Bounce · 13-01-2013, 07:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by shimmy

Monaco happens every year mate.

exactly,perhaps we could all do that trip another year.

13-01-2013, 03:28 PM	#1
Neil M Driving it like I nicked it Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Manchester Posts: 2,340 Casino cash: $19143	2013 - Euro Trip Northern Contingent Euro Trip Northern Contingent – Please Queue Here! Following the pre-Christmas suggestion by the Euro-Trip Management - shimmy: “I would recommend that each group/area set up their own thread in the Events section” I was eagerly anticipating a more established member posting something for the Northern Crew but nothing to date, they’re probably busy helping the Southerners to pack? So in their absence, I think the time has now time to stand up and be counted. The Proposal is as you are all aware for an extended weekend away: May Bank Holiday, 24th - 28th May, Venue: Munich to celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the CSL and Trackday at the Salzburgring. Getting there; the easiest and most convenient route is probably the P&O Hull - Rotterdam ferry crossing. I would think that this applies to any members living North of Stoke-on-Trent (arbitrary) and would include any members from North Wales and the Isle of Man as being the closest crossing point to the continent. This route is also being considered by Irish Members (so good craic to be had by all) If you choose to travel this route and are not familiar, it's an overnight (10hr.45min) crossing, with P&O Departing Hull at 8-30pm. (be aware that the Check-in closes at 19.00hrs) arrival in Rotterdam at approx. 8.15am. the following morning. The cost is approx. £258 based on: car, driver only, includes a 2 person cabin (with Dinner on board £291) Return. http://www.ferrysavers.com/ An alternative route for members in Cumbria/Lakes, Durham, Nothumberland, etc. would be the DFDS ferry from Newcastle - Amsterdam (See Scottish Thread: http://www.cslregister.com/forum/showthread.php?t=9442) again an overnighter with 2 person cabin, however this route adds to the crossing time departing at 5.30pm. with arrival at 9.30am. (a later start for the journey to Munich) http://www.dfdsseaways.co.uk/ferry-r...-to-amsterdam/ Either route leaves approx. a 6hr plus, drive on the other side, to Munich (so a fair bit of sight seeing involved, albeit fleeting) Conclusion: Arrive Munich – whenever? Note: There are 15mls of Road Works between Junctions 25 and 27 with a speed limit of 50mph being strictly enforced by cameras at ¼ mile intervals, so delays are more than likely. You have been warned! Don’t forget to factor this in to your travel plans. Members traveling the M62, need to follow the A63 (outskirts of Hull) to the Ferry Port on Hendon Road, the A63 is lined with various petrol stations, several Shell ones adjacent to the end of the 62 with a BP Station almost adjacent to the Port entrance. I would suggest filling up at some point before boarding, ready for the road ahead. However, the stations closer to the port are more likely to charge premium prices (stating the obvious). It has already been suggested that we might consider meeting up and enter the port as a group, (what boards together, stays together) reducing the risk of any potential battle scares inflicted by children getting in and out of adjacent vehicles and careless adults with luggage passing. A suitable staging post, might be a Retail Park, there’s one on the right of the A63 ‘Clive Sullivan Way’ (MacDonald’s) on the outskirts of Hull. Not compulsory but may be prudent. Any thoughts, observations, suggestions, etc. more than welcomed. ‘The Homecoming – 2013” We’re not just tripping, we’re making history! The list of Northern attendees starts here: Neil M __________________ “With the CSL, BMW have achieved The Ultimate Driving Machine” SG CSL '051'

13-01-2013, 07:13 PM	#2
s.mac CSL Register Uber-poster! Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 4,247 Casino cash: $15600	Sorry to jump on this thread Neil, but can anyone confirm the Monaco GP date? And how many hours drive from Munich to Monaco ? I have been told its the same dates but I don't think it is ...

13-01-2013, 07:15 PM	#3
s.mac CSL Register Uber-poster! Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 4,247 Casino cash: $15600	Neil, the best meeting place is the ferry bar from past experience

13-01-2013, 07:18 PM	#5
Bounce CSL Register Uber-poster! Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Cornwall Posts: 7,057 Casino cash: $35793	Approx 7.5 hours

13-01-2013, 07:34 PM	#6
s.mac CSL Register Uber-poster! Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 4,247 Casino cash: $15600	Cheers Bret and shit...... Got an invite for monaco

13-01-2013, 07:43 PM	#9
Nikey30 S2 - Picking it up Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Isle of Man Posts: 73 Casino cash: $10979	Hi Neil +1 Cheers Nick