South Island RAG Rally

[Campbell Thomson]

#2650

South Island RAG Rally This will be held over Christchurch Show weekend the 14th to 16th November 2008 at Collingwood in Golden Bay North West of NelsonThere is a wide variety of accommodation available from the Motor Camp, cottage rental, lots of B&Bs and a couple of motels, accommodation is self book so I would start booking your accommodation now. We will gather from 6 pm on Friday night for a drink and meal dinner at the Collingwood Tavern.   Saturday there will be two rides:  For the Roadies explore the “Bay” from west to east taking in the local café culture from Farewell Spit-Puponga_Farmpark.cafe in the west with its great view of the spit, Bencarri animal farm with all manner of animal and tame eels, The Naked Possum Café speaks for itself, Mussel Inn for the old Hippies and out to the Abel Tasman Memorial 12km East of Takaka.Gravel Surfers a ride down the West Coast through Westhaven Inlet to the Anatori River, lots of interesting things to look at such as the old town site of Paturau and a stop at the Mangarakau café.  Also to see and do in Collingwood  there are beach walks (why would you) Rosy Glow Chocolate factory on Beach Road Collingwood, maybe if the tide is right a 4x4 bus trip up Farewell Spit.  Saturday evening meal will be at the Mussell Inn Cafe an we will be transported there and back by bus for $10 per person return.Further information will be posted later "Watch This Space"

[Campbell Thomson]

#10408

2008 South Island RAG RallyThis will be held over Christchurch Show weekend the 14th to 16th November 2008 at Collingwood in Golden Bay, North West of Nelson.  We will gather from 6 pm on Friday night for a drink and dinner at the Collingwood Tavern and again on Saturday evening at the Courthouse Café, Collingwood or down the road at the Mussel Inn. There will be two “guided” rides on Saturday.  One for the Roadies and another for the Gravel Surfers.The Roadies will explore the “Bay” from west to east taking in the local café culture from Farewell Spit-Puponga Farmpark cafe in the west with its great view of the spit, Bencarri animal farm with all manner of animals and tame eels, The Naked Possum Café speaks for itself, Mussel Inn for the old Hippies and out to the Abel Tasman Memorial 12km East of Takaka.Gravel Surfers will ride down the West Coast through Westhaven Inlet to the Anatori River; lots of interesting things to look at such as the old town site of Paturau and a stop at the Mangarakau café.  The route will be o.k. for pillions.There is a lot in Collingwood if you want to chill out; beach walks, the Rosy Glow Chocolate factory on Beach Road Collingwood, maybe if the tide is right a 4x4 bus trip up to Farewell Spit The Rally Fee is $28.50 per person which gets you a cooked BBQ Breakfast on the Saturday & Sunday mornings at the Rally Base at the “Beachcomber Motel” plus a commemorative tee shirt which can be worn with pride honouring the occasion. Forward payment and shirt size to Warren Taylor on the form below.  Please watch the event calendar in the news letter for your area details re travelling to Collingwood as a group.  If you have any questions please phone either Warren Taylor (03) 313-0929 or Ross Williams (03) 578-6136.There is a wide variety of accommodation available from the Motor Camp, cottage rental, lots of B&Bs and a couple of motels, accommodation is self book so book your accommodation now. RSVP: October 27th 2008(Cut here)

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South Island Rag Rally Collingwood 2008 Registration FormFirst Name Surname Tee Shirt size _____________ ________________ __________ plus 2 breakfasts    $28.50_____________ ________________ __________ plus 2 breakfasts    $28.50Road Ride / Gravel Surfer (cross out not applicable) Total $ ____________Post cheques made out to Warren Taylor, 14 Wallace Place, Rangiora 7400.  If you wish to pay via internet banking phone Warren or Lex for bank details on 03 313-0929 or email warren.taylor@primebc.co.nz Accommodation optionsRally base is at:Collingwood Beachcomber Motel:  Tasman Street, Collingwood Phone: 3 studio units with tea/coffee making facilities; 6 family units with full cooking facilities. PH 03 524 8499 Free Phone: 0800 270 520 Mobile: 027 435 4755 Fax: 03 524 8599.Collingwood Motor Camp William Street, Collingwood. 0-3-524 8149.  20 tent sites/ 30 campervan sites, 11 cabins, 3 self-contained units.  Email: langmuir.clan@xtra.co.nz Bluebird & Seabird Cottages:  Beach Rd, Collingwood. 100-year-old old character 2-bedroom villa (sleeps 4-6) Ph 03 524 8648, email: t.gillooly@netaccess.co.nzSkara Brae Garden Motels & Bed & Breakfast  Elizabeth St, Collingwood  1 Bedroom Self Contained, Queen Room(s) with Ensuite. Ph 0800 752 722 email: skarabrae@xtra.co.nz Lewis House Historical B&B Beach Rd, Collingwood. 4 king or queen rooms, including larger garden suite. (Twins upon request. Ph: 027 390 2202.  email: lewishouse@paradise.net.nz  PIONEER MOTELS: Tasman St, Collingwood, Golden Bay, New Zealand.  Reservations 0800 180 109.There is a lot of accommodation in “The Bay” including Holiday homes in Collingwood to rent just visit this web site below http://www.holidayhomes.co.nz/for-rent/new-zealand/south-island/nelson-golden-bay/collingwood   

[Anonymous]

#10409

Heads up! I have been told that accommodation will be at a premium in Collingwood over the weekend of November 14-16th, Show weekend.  This is because of a staff function/reunion for Golden Bay Cement .  If you intend to come please book now, otherwise you may end up in at a tent site. Warren & LexBMWOR Canterbury

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