Scapa on Valkyrie - 29/6 to 4/7 2008

[nickb]

Originally Posted by Mark Davies

We're going to be heading over on the ferry at 1200 noon on Saturday 28th June and returning on the 1100 am ferry Saturday 5th July.

Just spotted this. From 14th June the peak-season timetable applies and the 12:00 sailing becomes 13:15

[sch]

Originally Posted by Mark Davies

We're going to be heading over on the ferry at 1200 noon on Saturday 28th June and returning on the 1100 am ferry Saturday 5th July. I'll sort out containers for the dive kit for those wanting to make the same crossings. Please let me know if you plan to join us.

1) Mark davies
2) Yazzyfooty
3) Alistairb
4) Kath2407
5) sch

[sch]

Originally Posted by Mark Davies

If you need a B&B for the Friday night before the crossing, look here:

Scrabster Ferry Port Bed and Breakfast Cheap Hotel Guest House Accommodation

Any thoughts on where people are staying on the Friday night? I was thinking of the Weigh Inn since I've stayed there before.

Cheers,
Simon

[sch]

Mark,
just wanted to clarify something - the first post seems to suggest we'll arrive at Stromness but leave from Kirkwall, is this still the plan or have things changed? Just want to check for the ferry ticket.

Cheers,
Simon

[Mark Davies]

Originally Posted by nickb

Just spotted this. From 14th June the peak-season timetable applies and the 12:00 sailing becomes 13:15

When I looked at that I took it to mean they were additional sailings, rather than alternative times. Seemed to make sense with it being 'peak'. I've not booked yet though as I'm still waiting for people to let me know if they want containers or not. I'll check it when I book in the next week or so.

As for the return ferry, it will be from Stromness. If, due to the weather, we finish the week in Kirkwall then Hazel is going to sort out transfer by taxi to Stromness for us.

[Mark Davies]

I've been advised that there may be a space going spare on this trip - though not confirmed yet.

If anyone is interested please let me know.

[nickb]

Originally Posted by Mark Davies

When I looked at that I took it to mean they were additional sailings, rather than alternative times.

Unlikely unless there are two 16:45 sailings

[Twinset & Wing]

Work have just told me i have to be back in Nigeria for 2 months whic will clash with this trip

Please can someone take my space, i know it is short notice but it is out of my hands

I have paid £75 to the cost of the trip already

Giles

[sch]

Originally Posted by Mark Davies

When I looked at that I took it to mean they were additional sailings, rather than alternative times. Seemed to make sense with it being 'peak'. I've not booked yet though as I'm still waiting for people to let me know if they want containers or not. I'll check it when I book in the next week or so.

As for the return ferry, it will be from Stromness. If, due to the weather, we finish the week in Kirkwall then Hazel is going to sort out transfer by taxi to Stromness for us.

Just been to the Northlink Ferries site - if you try and book for the 28th, you're given the following options:

Departure list (Scrabster-Stromness)
Sa 28/06/2008 08:45(10:15)MV Hamnavoe
Sa 28/06/2008 13:15(14:45)MV Hamnavoe
Sa 28/06/2008 19:00(20:30)MV Hamnavoe
Su 29/06/2008 12:00(13:30)MV Hamnavoe
Su 29/06/2008 19:00(20:30)MV Hamnavoe
Mo 30/06/2008 08:45(10:15)MV Hamnavoe
Mo 30/06/2008 13:15(14:45)MV Hamnavoe
Mo 30/06/2008 19:00(20:30)MV Hamnavoe


No 12:00 sailing in there for the Saturday, so I'd say its the 13:15 - which I'm glad about since I'd booked the ticket before checking times on here

Simon

[Mark Davies]

Okay, that's 2 people who have had to drop out of this trip. I'm sure neither would like to poy for a trip that they can't go on so it would be nice if we can find someone to take their places.

Perhaps with two spaces there's a buddy pair who may like to come along now?