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Looks like a cracking day out guys!

Glad to have you on board mate

No worries, got you on board in the end eh! Yeah feel free, the more the merrier!

Errr, thought I mentioned food already, apologies. Jake's mum works for a hotel right above the beach in Newquay and they've VERY kindly offered to put on a buffet lunch and some parking for us all by way of thanks!

That would be great, thank you Incidentally, did you guys not get my PM when this first started? Thought it would be a perfect excuse to get your scoobs out for the day

Lol, Matty knows everyone, he's the Muffin Man

Well I've just had an email from Jake's mum and she's informed me that she's spoken to nearly all the neighbours and there's no objections - in fact, they're quite excited about it! Many have even offered the use of their driveways to family/friends/media who will be there ahead of us so we've plenty of room once we get there! I've also just got off the phone with the manager of Morrisons and whilst they're happy for us to meet there for 10/15 to regroup as planned, they're not keen on us invading their car park for a great length of time. With that in mind I think we're better sticking to plan so as to not outstay our welcome at Morrisons

Just to let you all know that tomorrow/Friday I'll be collecting a batch of window stickers that the club have organised in aid of the event. I would like to see every car in the convoy displaying one so we can be distinguished from passing traffic whilst en route (also so the local police know you're not part of a chav-brigade cruise or the like ). I will be handing these out to those who need them at each of the convoy points between Exeter and Newquay

I hadn't thought of that. Just wondering if it might dampen the initial impact? Having looked on street view I would say there's probably enough turning room but I'll put your suggestion to his parents, see what they think

To be honest chap, we don't really have all that many members down that way these day. Good luck with the event though, looks like it'll be a good'un!

As above mate, don't be a stranger - you're always welcome at any of the meets/shows/etc It's been great having you on board and your enthusiasm for the club and the marque has been both inspiring and infectious! Take care and make sure you pop back on occasion to let us know how you are

I'm assuming neighbours have been pre-warned but will double check! It's a close so getting out once we're in may be a little interesting! Lol

Lol, don't think anyone thought there would be this much enthusiasm - it's incredible!!!!

BBC Radio Cornwall will be phoning me for a live discussion about us heading down on the Friday beforehand so lets not disappoint the expectant masses eh and get every scoob we know of down there!!!!

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Happy to amend the route accordingly if you think it's worth it? I tried to get a station at each stop with optimax or v power (super unleaded at the very least) but my local knowledge gets a bit hazy that far south of Somerset. I'm also told that you're likely to be the best person to lead the convoy through Newquay with Jake on board once we've collected him... You up for it?

I'll already be down there on Saturday so I'll not be joining you on the way down (to Exeter that is) If you allow 2 1/2hr hrs to get to Exeter for 8 you'll want to leave Carterton around 5:30am - that time of day and you're likely to get there in far less than 2 1/2 hours though

Yes mate - confirmed approval from then local police this morning!

Lol, you mean like this?

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I've just had an email from Diana, Jake's mum, who's told me that the local hotel where she and other family members work are going to be putting on a buffet for those joining the convoy - in her words, it's "our way of saying a big thankyou to everyone for making Jake so happy" The family have also contacted local TV, radio and newspapers to drum up support. I'm genuinely blown away by the response to this so far - you should all be VERY proud!

Thanks Darren! You delivering them in person then?

Wouldn't be happening without you mate! You've started something VERY special!

The police have approved the planned route and have been very, very helpful. Let's make sure we show them the same courtesy eh!