I viewed the first 3 episodes and found the storyline fascinating and well portrayed. I'd heard of a victim's mother frequenting the Lockerbie site and laying in the depression in the ground which she believed was caused by her daughter hitting the ground, in order to feel closer to her. I was surprised that the attention to detail in the first half of the series even included that. Then I watched part four and the conspiracy theory began in earnest. I can understand Jim Swire as a grief stricken father wanting to uncover the truth but c'mon. Abdel Basset al Megrahi was as guilty as sin. I didn't bother watching the final episode.
On my last visit to Ashton I spent most of my time in the 'record bar' and didn't dance once. This one saw me on the floor more often than not. I enjoyed both nights equally. It's that sort of venue.
Apologies for taking up too much of Carl's time. I first met him at Boomerang a decade ago. It's been a while and the beer and reminiscing just flowed.
Anyway guys, another top night with a perfect blend of resident and guest dj's. Brilliant sets throughout, and well worth my 10 hour round trip. See you all soon.
I occasionally flash mine at the 100 Club. If there's some persistent undesirables at the entrance I make a thing of showing mine to the door staff and entering with a passing "It's members only mate". They're not getting in anyway, but it sometimes helps.
It's great to know that there are still traditional Northern Soul fans around to guide us. I usually go out solo, but if I should find myself at a venue with my wife and we briefly slip into dancing as a couple - please feel free to tap me on the shoulder and put me right. I promise you will only need to do it once.
Just setting off from sunny Gillingham. I haven't checked those northern weather reports so hopefully a snowless journey.
This'll be a belter. Yet to be disappointed with this venue, see you later.
- Kev
I'm from Northamptonshire and living in Kent. Pam's family are from Yorkshire and Scotland. Both families have always served a choice of Bread Sauce and Cranberry Sauce, or both, with Christmas dinner.
What I can't abide is all the eateries that are currently adding Yorkshire Pudding to their 'traditional' Christmas roast. It just doesn't belong on the festive plate. I've even had to settle for salmon or steak to avoid it.
Sad, sad news Geoff and thanks for passing it on. I hadn't seen Paul for some time, and now I know why. I'll always remember when I did the 'Soul for Heroes (South)' charity dayer in 2006 Paul unexpectantly presented me with a rather large cheque, courtesy of his work colleagues at the London Metal Exchange.
Always a thoroughly nice guy, on and off the decks.
Condolences to Helen and family.
RIP Paul McKay
I've been admiring a lot of the shots posted on here for a couple of years now so thought it was about time I joined in. I'm only using my phone and don't have the patience and skill exhibited by others, but I can capture what I can see:
Night sky about 2:30 this morning -