BONFIRE NIGHT at Chateau Lambousa

Lambousa Gordon


Joined: 03/11/2007
Posts: 1992

Message Posted:
05/10/2011 13:07

Just to let everyone know that we have received permissions to run a bonfire night - with fireworks - at the Chateau Lambousa on the 5th November. It is envisaged that there will be an enormous bonfire, fireworks, fete-type games, food and drink and also competitions including, obviously, a Guy effigy competition.



We are still in the process of complying with the myriad, though extremely sensible, requirements of the Fire-Brigade, Kaymakam, Police, Fire-Consultant, and others and will post more details as they become apparent. So far we have provided a four donum clear space with adequate parking separate to this, two water points and two pumps. We are in the process of constructing a fire point with hose.

Jimbo51


Joined: 24/09/2010
Posts: 79

Message Posted:
05/10/2011 13:25

Hope you have a successful night.

Hope your 'enormous bonfire'and fireworks are monitored professionally and there are no mishaps.The land at the moment is tinder box dry.

Once again.I hope you all enjoy a successful night.

Lambousa Gordon


Joined: 03/11/2007
Posts: 1992

Message Posted:
05/10/2011 13:37

Many thanks,



As stated we have complied with all requirements so far - following a multitude of inspections.

spangles


Joined: 22/10/2008
Posts: 411

Message Posted:
05/10/2011 13:42

Bonfire food and drink. Treacle toffee and potatoes baked in the bonfire. What memories.

follydog


Joined: 18/01/2009
Posts: 287

Message Posted:
05/10/2011 14:03

Fantastic well done - hope It doesn't rain! will there be an entry fee if so how much please, lots of people interested.

StGeorgeI


Joined: 27/08/2009
Posts: 973

Message Posted:
05/10/2011 14:34

BRILLIANT - and about time too!



We will all be there!



G

TopTen


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Posts: 1246

Message Posted:
05/10/2011 17:17

keep us psoted it sounds great

Jovial_John


Joined: 31/01/2009
Posts: 1024

Message Posted:
05/10/2011 17:24

Spangles



....and parkin - that was always a bonfire night treat. I haven't had it for 40 years.

ballymurphy


Joined: 20/09/2009
Posts: 166

Message Posted:
05/10/2011 18:34

JJ what is parkin ?????

spangles


Joined: 22/10/2008
Posts: 411

Message Posted:
05/10/2011 18:56

Jovial John - wonderful!



ballymurphy - it's a sticky cake made with oatmeal, dark sugar, treacle, ginger etc. Delicious and we all know oatmeal is good for you!!!

Jovial_John


Joined: 31/01/2009
Posts: 1024

Message Posted:
05/10/2011 19:11

It's from the North - parkin and Theakstons are the only good things ever to come out of Yorkshire.



Here's Delia's recipe:- http://www.deliaonline.com/recipes/type-of-dish/sweet/traditional-oatmeal-parkin.html

Lambousa Gordon


Joined: 03/11/2007
Posts: 1992

Message Posted:
05/10/2011 20:06

As this is in the run-up to Remembrance Sunday, the bonfire night is being held in conjunction with the newly formed Kyrenia Branch of the Royal British Legion.

decanddyl


Joined: 17/01/2009
Posts: 792

Message Posted:
05/10/2011 20:31

Should go with a bag then.



Only bright sparks allowed.



No smoke without fire.

decanddyl


Joined: 17/01/2009
Posts: 792

Message Posted:
05/10/2011 20:32

Oops No 13 should be "Should go with a bang then".

TopTen


Joined: 15/04/2009
Posts: 1246

Message Posted:
06/10/2011 11:18

........... JJ msg 11................ only good things to come out of Yorkshire - was going to give a cutting reply - but really cannot be bothered getting into it.

From a born and bred proud to be Yorkshire woman Lizzie

Jefferson


Joined: 17/05/2010
Posts: 360

Message Posted:
06/10/2011 11:27

Message 13. I think you were right first time. If there is food there will be those going with a bag!

Jovial_John


Joined: 31/01/2009
Posts: 1024

Message Posted:
06/10/2011 11:33

Hi Lizzie,



I am disappointed. I thought I would promote a bit of fun by starting a new "War of the Roses" - but nobody has risen to the bait. But I suppose it is unfair to start a battle of wits with a group who are unarmed.



From a born and bred proud to be Lancashire man.

passionflower


Joined: 20/09/2011
Posts: 168

Message Posted:
06/10/2011 11:36

best thing to come out of lancs is barnoldswick and the road to yorkie land

dusty48


Joined: 14/08/2008
Posts: 258

Message Posted:
06/10/2011 23:27

Another day warm of beer

Lambousa Gordon


Joined: 03/11/2007
Posts: 1992

Message Posted:
13/10/2011 00:06

Another evening of chilled beer on a frosty evening with a mammoth bonfire and funky fireworks we hope



There will be music and entertainment from the inimitable Pete and we're pleased to announce that the Stringfellas will be playing some great folk-music live with an expanded line-up.



The RBL will be selling food, manning stalls and running games - so monies to a very worthy cause.



Entrance is TL10 per adult and TL5 per child.



For further details tel 0533 862 4662

spider


Joined: 03/01/2009
Posts: 5527

Message Posted:
13/10/2011 00:20

Sounds like a fun evening and I so hope we can all have potatoes just like my Father used to make... Straight out from the bottom of the fire Very WOW and yummy too.







Spider,X



any old pushchairs about to put my Guy in...........

Hippo


Joined: 02/02/2007
Posts: 2070

Message Posted:
13/10/2011 01:53

best thing to come out of lancs is barnoldswick and the road to Yorkie land



And on that road there are a lot of Yorkshire bends- why do we call them Yorkshire?-because they are very tight.

kevnmax


Joined: 05/08/2008
Posts: 105

Message Posted:
13/10/2011 10:43

and the famous Yorkshire war cry is , HOW MUCH

Lambousa Gordon


Joined: 03/11/2007
Posts: 1992

Message Posted:
19/10/2011 22:08

The stake has been raised.



It's on the larger side: allowing for a multitude of Guy Fawkes to be burned. The RBL are running a competition for the best one.

Babrew


Joined: 15/09/2010
Posts: 486

Message Posted:
19/10/2011 22:43

What sort of time should we arrive? Are the fireworks around 10pm?

Lambousa Gordon


Joined: 03/11/2007
Posts: 1992

Message Posted:
19/10/2011 22:50

We're still finalizing arrangements. However, we anticipate that the order of proceedings will be somewhat earlier to allow for children's bed-times. Also the clocks will have been set back by then so it will be darker earlier.

Pogle


Joined: 28/08/2008
Posts: 1536

Message Posted:
20/10/2011 08:12

Great, was hoping someone could organise something!

theoddmajor


Joined: 10/05/2008
Posts: 246

Message Posted:
22/10/2011 16:05

back to the top

laptagal


Joined: 28/05/2008
Posts: 549

Message Posted:
22/10/2011 16:29

Guys need to be taken to the field after 3pm on Thursday 4th. Please ensure that the name of the organisation or individule who made it is clearly displayed.

Lambousa Gordon


Joined: 03/11/2007
Posts: 1992

Message Posted:
26/10/2011 10:05

Also, any other persons who wish to help with the stalls being run by the RBL should contact laptagal directly.

HildySmith


Joined: 02/07/2009
Posts: 1708

Message Posted:
26/10/2011 10:17

What about toffee apples Gordon - always a must at our bon fires when I was young. Easily made and good fun.

cinders


Joined: 08/10/2011
Posts: 61

Message Posted:
26/10/2011 11:29

Absolutely first class effort again Gordon, many thanks eally looking forward too it.

Carndi


Joined: 12/06/2009
Posts: 613

Message Posted:
26/10/2011 12:15

Looking forward to it.

Well done

ruggy


Joined: 02/05/2009
Posts: 757

Message Posted:
26/10/2011 14:53

Well done Gordon, our little crew will be there. Proper Sausages from the Pork shop in a roll, yum, put me down for 2 !!!

Babrew


Joined: 15/09/2010
Posts: 486

Message Posted:
28/10/2011 21:22

Gordon, what time ?

Lambousa Gordon


Joined: 03/11/2007
Posts: 1992

Message Posted:
28/10/2011 21:58

Gates open at 17:00.



Fire to be lit at 18:00.

Lambousa Gordon


Joined: 03/11/2007
Posts: 1992

Message Posted:
31/10/2011 13:23

Post reminder

Cocklebay


Joined: 26/02/2011
Posts: 353

Message Posted:
01/11/2011 11:16

Gordon as one who can eat a slice of humble pie, I would like to wish you all the best for Saturday. It sounds as if you have spent a grat deal of time in organising the event. Yes some of my words were a little harsh but I have to stick with my opinions.

We are unable to attend the Festival or Rembrance Sunday events, as we will be in the UK. However it is our intention to visit the Cenotaph in London on that day! Again Good luck with all your efforts!

TheBlackOlive


Joined: 06/04/2008
Posts: 755

Message Posted:
01/11/2011 12:40

Gordon BLACK OLIVE CLOSED we are at your lol, its gonna be a great night

foxylad


Joined: 01/11/2011
Posts: 56

Message Posted:
01/11/2011 13:03

have i got this right 10 tl per adult & fir and fireworks start at 18.00 ?

agentsuz


Joined: 07/01/2011
Posts: 303

Message Posted:
01/11/2011 14:28

Gordon,



What time approx will the fireworks be let off? Hopefully around 7ish



Thanks x

Agnes


Joined: 11/04/2009
Posts: 81

Message Posted:
01/11/2011 15:39

Cocklebay - I see you support the Weakest Link thread and surely that is of British culture not Cypriot? Are you confused or do you have another aenga?

Cocklebay


Joined: 26/02/2011
Posts: 353

Message Posted:
01/11/2011 18:10

Agnes re Message 42. I am resposible for what I say. I am not responsible for what you understand!

The Weakest Link also has a Turkish Version!

marks


Joined: 01/11/2011
Posts: 83

Message Posted:
01/11/2011 18:52

Fireworks scare dogs and all the wildlife!!

Lambousa Gordon


Joined: 03/11/2007
Posts: 1992

Message Posted:
01/11/2011 19:56

Cocklebay - many thanks. Have a good visit.



To everyone else:



Gates from 17:00

Bonfire to be set at 18:00

Fireworks between 19:00 and 19:30

Bands from 19:40

More bands from 21:30



If you are arriving by car please do not park on the drive. Instead please park as far onto the Eastern Turkcell/Telsim Mast field as possible.



Many thanks.

metin


Joined: 08/09/2008
Posts: 1588

Message Posted:
02/11/2011 10:20

There will also be Face-painting for the kids.

suelaura


Joined: 01/11/2011
Posts: 19

Message Posted:
02/11/2011 11:06

please could you tell me directions on how to get there .. Chateau Lambousa ...



We would be coming from ALAGADI way



thankyou

Lambousa Gordon


Joined: 03/11/2007
Posts: 1992

Message Posted:
02/11/2011 15:34

Take the main coast road or the new bypass from Kyrenia to Lapta.



When at the Lapta strip turn left after the LA Hotel. Take the first left thereafter.

Lambousa Gordon


Joined: 03/11/2007
Posts: 1992

Message Posted:
02/11/2011 15:35

We are pleased to announce that, in addition to DJ Pete and the Stringfellas, Pearl will also be performing on the night.

martinD41


Joined: 06/09/2010
Posts: 3001

Message Posted:
02/11/2011 17:48

I'm sure it will be a great night ...



But I have to say that as an adult,and having read the "History of Guy Fawkes" I find the Celebration of the "Hanging Drawing and Quartering" of a fellow Human being" little cause for celebration...

Lambousa Gordon


Joined: 03/11/2007
Posts: 1992

Message Posted:
03/11/2011 15:14

Regarding parking:



Please do not park on the drive to the Chateau.



Please be advised that the road to the old Stumble Inn / Leadaz bar will be closed as the fields there are to be reserved for the fireworks professionals and that road to be kept absolutely free for emergency services.

So there will be no parking available there or on the Chateau's North field (bonfire site).



There will be some parking available at the Chateau and also at the Celebrity parking site between Hanimeller / Manolya. Otherwise we suggest parking at the fields around the LA Hotel-Lapta turning and walking up along the drive.

cinders


Joined: 08/10/2011
Posts: 61

Message Posted:
03/11/2011 15:30

Gordon again may I congratulate you for going through all the hoops to put on a show which although British in origin can and will be enjoyed by all. To the Negs on this link go wind your necks in you don't have to attend, in fact stay away, emigrate, Russia is quite tolerant these days I beleive, leave the rest of us to have a good time. Thanks again Gordon

Lambousa Gordon


Joined: 03/11/2007
Posts: 1992

Message Posted:
04/11/2011 12:22

Back to the top...

whataview


Joined: 10/02/2009
Posts: 376

Message Posted:
04/11/2011 13:10

Its says bring Guys on Thursday 4th but today Friday is the 4th so is the actual bonfire night tonight or tomorrow Saturday 5th????? Doh! Sorry.....

Bestseller


Joined: 05/01/2011
Posts: 237

Message Posted:
04/11/2011 14:47

Really looking forward to a fab night tomorrow night. Well done to all involved.

No1Doyen


Joined: 04/07/2008
Posts: 16617

Message Posted:
04/11/2011 15:56

Guy Fawkes Night - are we celebrating him getting caught or him having a go?     )

Lambousa Gordon


Joined: 03/11/2007
Posts: 1992

Message Posted:
05/11/2011 07:12

Depends how we feel about our Government of the day I suppose

flowerfairy


Joined: 17/09/2008
Posts: 1277

Message Posted:
05/11/2011 09:41

Mmmmm,

just taking our grandchildren to remind them of a tradition that we had whilst living in UK,

is that ok?

AngelaT


Joined: 25/04/2011
Posts: 114

Message Posted:
05/11/2011 11:41

Hope you all have a good time at Gordon's party at the Chateau Lambousa.



I'm attending a Bonfire Night party myself.....over in sunny Runcorn



Enjoy Folks!



Angela

spangles


Joined: 22/10/2008
Posts: 411

Message Posted:
05/11/2011 16:04

Gordon I'm getting worried - it's still not raining! Bonfire night without it pouring down must be a first.

Never spoiled the enjoyment though.

Will be there tonight.

MiketheBike


Joined: 01/04/2009
Posts: 159

Message Posted:
05/11/2011 21:27

Well done Gordon for entangling all of the red tape and getting permission for tonights Bonfire party, to all of the RBL members for their stirling efforts organising the stalls and food and 'Pearl' for their very hard work erecting the music stage today for us all to play on. The evening certainly went with a 'bang'. If everyone enjoyed themselves as much as we did playing, then it was a worthwhile event. Thanks to all.



Mike (banjo) Stringfellas

Pogle


Joined: 28/08/2008
Posts: 1536

Message Posted:
05/11/2011 22:49

Great evening thanks.

bertieboss


Joined: 22/07/2011
Posts: 149

Message Posted:
06/11/2011 04:06

Bonfire night in Cyprus!? Why? What is the matter with you people?

decanddyl


Joined: 17/01/2009
Posts: 792

Message Posted:
06/11/2011 06:30

bertieboss get a grip you say you have been here on holiday since 1990 so why all the negative comments about ex pats living here, if you do not like what the people who live here permanently are doing go somewhere else for your holidays.

posher


Joined: 18/09/2010
Posts: 55

Message Posted:
06/11/2011 07:19

Well done to the organisers, what a fantastic firework display, we had a great night and are looking forwards to next year.

wagon


Joined: 01/04/2009
Posts: 154

Message Posted:
06/11/2011 08:25

well done

very good firework display

Lambousa Gordon


Joined: 03/11/2007
Posts: 1992

Message Posted:
06/11/2011 10:59

Many thanks to all who attended. It was a lot of fun and a great pleasure to see so many agog!



Particular thanks to:

Kim and his team of fire marshals (aka a Hippo and some Herberts).

Terry Carter and the 112 support crew.

Pam and all the RBL volunteers for feeding us parkin, toffee apples, burgers and hot-dogs and for relieving us all of oodles of cash at the fete games.

Woody Martin for setting the fire, sign-writing and building pre-sunk ships.

Mark Rumbelow for stirling service to the bar.

The 3 Mehmets of Chateau Lambousa for Tech, Bar and Sherpa work.

Pearl for the great music and the extremely kind use of stage and sound rig.

The Stringfellas for the folk-music.

DJ Pete for inimitable compering.

Yuksel Bey for the wonderful fireworks.

Lapta Police, Girne Police, the Fire Service, Girne District Office and the local Muhtar.

F P Long, Danny and everyone else who helped in any way for everything else.



See you next year!

leylandlad


Joined: 15/11/2009
Posts: 215

Message Posted:
06/11/2011 13:33

Great night had by all, very well organised and run.



Good fire, good fireworks, decent music and some wonderful traditional stalls for all to enjoy.



Hopefully to be repeated every year from now on?



Thanks

Ralph96



Joined: 01/07/2008
Posts: 531

Message Posted:
06/11/2011 13:57

Congrats on a good fire and firework display but maybe next year more stalls providing food? All of it was gone by 7.30 so we didnt get to try the burgers and onions and left earlier than we wanted to get a meal.

Otherwise, great job everybody!

parkview



Joined: 12/03/2009
Posts: 1123

Message Posted:
06/11/2011 14:13

We too left by 8:00pm unfortunately due to there being no food left and the children were getting hungry, also possibly a bigger assortment of food and drink as there was very little drink wise for young children. The actual firework display was great. Also if this is organised again could there be someone looking after the toilets as they were blocked by 7:00pm and in a pretty bad way.



Apart from that, great night.

theoddmajor


Joined: 10/05/2008
Posts: 246

Message Posted:
06/11/2011 14:21

The RBL Kyrenia Branch committee would like to publicly thank Gordon Kent for organising this years Bonfire Night which was a considerable success.

It was quite a gamble for him to take on this project not really knowing if it would be supported by the public. But in hindsight we should have known that you would all get behind it as you most certainly did last night.

We should be in a position tomorrow to let you know how much was raised on the RBL Stalls for this years Poppy Appeal.

We thank everyone for their wonderful support and second Gordon's sentiments in Message 67.

In addition everyone who manned the RBL stalls can hold their heads up high - you did a wonderful job.

If it is to become an annual diary event, which we sincerely hope it will, then the comments regarding more food stalls etc will be taken on board.



Brian



Onwards and upwards!

Carboot


Joined: 16/09/2011
Posts: 136

Message Posted:
06/11/2011 19:06

Thank you for a wonderful evening.



Bonfire, Fireworks, games stalls etc was great , well done to all concern.



Mo & arif

Schoie



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Posts: 299

Message Posted:
06/11/2011 19:34

any photo's sad we missed it well done .................

cassius


Joined: 20/03/2009
Posts: 110

Message Posted:
06/11/2011 19:48

sorryr but I agree with |Bertie whover it was, why do we need this here, I spent a very miserable few hours with terrified dogs and then the sound of music (whas that really what is was) when I was tryinmg to sleep-

marcosthechef



Joined: 30/11/2009
Posts: 646

Message Posted:
06/11/2011 21:58

Had a brilliant time working there and if you can get on facebook here are my pics of the day and nite



https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10150396066644905&set=a.10150396062674905.374841.656614904&type=1&theater



Well Done everyone



Regards



Mark

cinders


Joined: 08/10/2011
Posts: 61

Message Posted:
07/11/2011 10:18

Absolutely wonderfull eveing, thank you so much Gordon and all who helped organise such a wonderful night.

The money raised is going to a wonderful cause, so to all you NEGS complaining about loosing a few hours sleep think about our young men and women coming back from conflicts minus a few of there limbs, fighting to protect your freedom.

marks


Joined: 01/11/2011
Posts: 83

Message Posted:
07/11/2011 10:27

I do not understand why Bonfire night is celebrated in Cyprus, it is a British thing and I hate it, the wildlife and pets are terrified by the bangs and all I can say is those who enjoy this dreadful event are not remotely concerned about the damage they do, having said that the way animals are treated in Cyprus I don't suppose anyone cares.

metin


Joined: 08/09/2008
Posts: 1588

Message Posted:
07/11/2011 11:48

Well done Gordon & his team for an excellent night. Look forward to the next one.



Many thanks.

Kazzo


Joined: 07/11/2011
Posts: 7

Message Posted:
07/11/2011 13:20

Thanks Gordon a lovely night great fireworks and bonfire .

BigMart


Joined: 26/02/2009
Posts: 423

Message Posted:
07/11/2011 13:29

great effort Gordon, really positive coments from everyone apart from a couple of kill joy saddos, oh well, you can't win 'em all.



cassius, i think your sad post says more about you than it does about the bonfire.



marks, everyone doesn't care wether you hate it or not, we all had a good time. wildlife, what wildlife ? it has already been shot or poisoned.

minertor



Joined: 14/02/2009
Posts: 1238

Message Posted:
07/11/2011 13:38

cassius, msg 74>sorryr but I agree with |Bertie whover it was, why do we need this here, I spent a very miserable few hours with terrified dogs and then the sound of music (whas that really what is was) when I was tryinmg to sleep

marks, msg77>I do not understand why Bonfire night is celebrated in Cyprus, it is a British thing and I hate it, the wildlife and pets are terrified by the bangs and all I can say is those who enjoy this dreadful event are not remotely concerned about the damage they do, having said that the way animals are treated in Cyprus I don't suppose anyone cares

Wot a coupla luvvies, why don't you buy a lemon grove between ya, then you can suck the fruits of your labours, might sweeten ya sad outlook on life here.

T

flowerfairy


Joined: 17/09/2008
Posts: 1277

Message Posted:
07/11/2011 16:23

Yes, it was a terrific evening, I agree, well done to all who helped to organise this event.

As for the misery bums, all I can say is, at least the fireworks were for one night only.