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Birmabright Weekend 2014, Kutna Hora, Czech Republic, 30th May
1st June 2014
By: 1960SeriesII Date: November 4, 2013, 3:25 am
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Birmabright Weekend 2014, Kutna Hora, Czech Republic, 30th May
1st June 2014
Would like to invite again all leaf-sprung Land-Rover owners to
the the annual Birmabright Weekend in Kutna Hora, Czech
Republic. As always all kinds of leaf-sprung Land-Rovers are
welcome and the greenlaning trip will include only these.
We will stay at the same campsite we used in 2013, i.e. the
Santa Barbara camp site with nice eating/washing/toilet
facilities, adress as follows: Santa Barbara Camping, Tyrsova
988, Kutna Hora (49.954157, 15.260267 / +49° 57' 14.97", +15°
15' 36.96")
Google Maps
HTML http://maps.google.com/maps?q=49.954157,+15.260267&num=1&vpsrc=0&ie=UTF8&t=m&z=18&iwloc=A
The events programme
Friday, 30th May 2014:
- Arrival of participants during the day, the campsite is open
so early or late evening/night arrival is no problem.
- We will then proceed to taste whichever beer will be available
at the local pub/bar establishment, continuing until late hours
in anticipation of late arrivals.
Saturday, 31st May 2014
- During the morning hours we will stand, sit, kneel, squat
around the campsite, shout at each other, moan/brag/cry/chuckle
about what we did last night, chat together and peek under open
bonnets. In general, we usually wait for those who can't force
themselves to wake up in time for the announced time of
departure for the laning trip...
- Breakfast can be had in the local "pub", in 2013 this was in a
very homely manner.
- Departure for the laning trip is usually not before 11:00 on
the contrary, usually we depart with at least 20-30 minutes
delay, unless weather is miserable, in which case everyone is
eager to get cosy under the roof of their leafer.
- The trip includes lanes and tarmac roads totalling some 70-100
kilometres in length, depending on how much time I can spare
during April weekends to prepare the route. Fuel tank at least
half-full (or half-empty) is advisable, I can help people with
directions (or guide a little low-on-fuel convoy) to the nearest
petrol station. The 2014 route is planned to include a stop at
the small medieval fortress/stronghold at Malesov we saw in
2013, with some hearty meal prepared for us at one of the local
pubs. Another stop is included for the traditional group photo
at the Vysoka hill.
- Another beer-drinking spree will follow in the evening.
Sunday, 3rd June 2013:
- Most participants usually bid farewell to others already
during breakfast (some already leave on Saturday), but the
programme will continue with anearly departure for the Pardubice
airport, where the event called Aviaticka pout (or
Airmen's/Air/Aviatic Fair -
HTML http://www.aviatickapout.cz/)
is
taking place. This is a major local air show with plenty
historic aircraft on display and in the air, concentrating on
the two world wars. In 2014, it is likely that we will be a part
of the programme somehow, but scheduling a meeting with the
show's organizers has proved a bit troublesome, so so far I have
no definite answers except their approval for our participation.
- My expectation is that there will be an exhibition of our
vehicles at the airport grounds as part of the surface part of
the programme, the plan is for our part to end about noon,
which would be the meeting's final schedule point.
Additional info:
Facilities:
The meeting will take place at a public campsite, with space for
tents and one small challet, which can accommodate 4-6 people.
There are shared showers and toilets, built about 3 years ago,
nice and clean. There's a small pub behind the reception desk
which serves (except beer) some basic food, like sausages, bread
and some cold meals. It's not exactly a luxury standard but
people used to drive Land-Rovers should find the facilities
sufficient. Beer usually costs around one pound per 0.5 litre
glass, about the same costs a loaf of bread, for 5 or 6 pounds
you can get a hearty meal here.
Driving regulations:
The most apparent difference (apart from driving on the right)
is the daylight lights-on rule, i.e. your lights need to be
switched all the time. You should have an internationally valid
proof of liability insurance (which is locally called the green
card, showing that your vehicle is insured and the validity of
the document), the speed limit for cities/towns/villages is 50
kph. Other than that its 90 kph outside cities/towns/villages
and 130 kph on motorways. Motorways are toll-roads, you need to
have a motorway sticker/vignette attached to the lower right
part of your windscreen, proving you have paid the toll. The
toll sticker for 10 days costs CZK 310 in 2013. To put this into
context, the maximum fine for not having that sticker is CZK
5000.
Currency:
CZK (approx. CZK 31-32 = 1 GBP) / if you need to change on week
days, you can do so at banks or exchange counters (there should
be a few in Kutna Hora as well, not sure about the weekend
office hours, better to stock up for the weekend on Friday).
VISA/MasterCard credit cards will be accepted in 90% of the
shops incl. most supermarkets, but not at the campsite.
Petrol prices:
About CZK 36-38 per litre (unleaded = called Natural 95 here) /
some stations here still sell the so called Special 91 (with the
lead-substituting additive included), which is usually slightly
cheaper. There are two fuel stations in Kutna Hora, availability
elsewhere is no problem, both on motorways and main roads (most
or all of them nowadays accept VISA/MasterCard credit cards).
Other expected costs at CZ:
Campsite: see
HTML http://www.santabarbara.cz/cenik_en.php
HTML http://www.santabarbara.cz/cenik_en.php
Breakfast: about CZK 75 / GBP 2.50 / EUR 3
Certificate + sticker: CZK 100 / GBP 3 / EUR 4
T-Shirt: CZK 300 / GBP 9.50 / EUR 12
Roasted pork dinner on Saturday: CZK 150 / GBP 5 / EUR 6
#Post#: 78876--------------------------------------------------
Re: Birmabright Weekend 2014, Kutna Hora, Czech Republic, 30th M
ay 1st June 2014
By: s.o.t.d. Date: November 4, 2013, 3:52 pm
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Hello, Sir. Is Kutna Hora anywhere near Poland? I've never done
any Euroleafing, but I'd like to give it a try. However, I have
been informed that One-Ton Land-Rovers are not allowed into
Poland. Is it possible to get to your little gathering without
entering said country, or should I come in my rebuilt Lancaster
Bomber?
#Post#: 78889--------------------------------------------------
Re: Birmabright Weekend 2014, Kutna Hora, Czech Republic, 30th M
ay 1st June 2014
By: 1960SeriesII Date: November 5, 2013, 1:37 am
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Ein-Tons are only allowed to enter in mid-March as part of the
annual occupation celebrations, next year would be great as it
will be the 75th anniversary of the last euroblitzing trip by
the German chapter of Oak Leaf Land Reclaimers, also known to
fellow belederhosened beer hall putschists as OLLR drink(*&
Otherwise you would be allowed entry only under the condition of
bringing a two-wheel trailer with humanitarian cargo of V8
goodies :smilewide:
#Post#: 78928--------------------------------------------------
Re: Birmabright Weekend 2014, Kutna Hora, Czech Republic, 30th M
ay 1st June 2014
By: s.o.t.d. Date: November 5, 2013, 12:13 pm
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The trailer's filling up! ;D
#Post#: 79228--------------------------------------------------
Re: Birmabright Weekend 2014, Kutna Hora, Czech Republic, 30th M
ay 1st June 2014
By: NoelC Date: November 9, 2013, 9:02 am
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If I get my finger out of my arse that's an achievable target
for the left hooker lightweight to be Tdi'd and tested.
:thumbs:
#Post#: 79394--------------------------------------------------
Re: Birmabright Weekend 2014, Kutna Hora, Czech Republic, 30th M
ay 1st June 2014
By: Dave Date: November 11, 2013, 7:31 am
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I might be up for this next year. Providing I can find a
co-driver willing to share the costs...
#Post#: 79398--------------------------------------------------
Re: Birmabright Weekend 2014, Kutna Hora, Czech Republic, 30th M
ay 1st June 2014
By: 1960SeriesII Date: November 11, 2013, 8:40 am
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Great to see the interest building up :thumbs: Obviously the
dates are still very far, but it's good to hear of the plans
drink(*&
#Post#: 79403--------------------------------------------------
Re: Birmabright Weekend 2014, Kutna Hora, Czech Republic, 30th M
ay 1st June 2014
By: Harry2a Date: November 11, 2013, 11:10 am
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Im in, was a great event this year, and I cannot wait to take my
own motor next year, Roll on Euroleafing!
#Post#: 79441--------------------------------------------------
Re: Birmabright Weekend 2014, Kutna Hora, Czech Republic, 30th M
ay 1st June 2014
By: s.o.t.d. Date: November 11, 2013, 3:03 pm
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I know it's a little early yet, but so far, Dougal's passenger
seat is going begging. If anybody is interested in keeping it
warm all the way to BBW 2014, or even sharing the driving, let
me know. ;D
#Post#: 79562--------------------------------------------------
Re: Birmabright Weekend 2014, Kutna Hora, Czech Republic, 30th M
ay 1st June 2014
By: strang Date: November 13, 2013, 1:42 pm
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[quote author=s.o.t.d. link=topic=7142.msg79441#msg79441
date=1384203782]
I know it's a little early yet, but so far, Dougal's passenger
seat is going begging. If anybody is interested in keeping it
warm all the way to BBW 2014, or even sharing the BRAKING, let
me know. ;D
[/quote]
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