GEARBLAST UK 2009 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS »
1. How do I get to GearBlastUK?
2. Do I have to attend both nights?
3. Is there a discount available for advance booking?
4. Where can I stay overnight?
5. Is parking available?
6. Where can I park my bike?
7. Are there any changing facilities?
8. Is there a secure place to keep my belongings?
9. Can I take Photos?
10. Can I sell my ticket on?
11. What happens if I can’t make it, will I still be eligible for the raffle?
12. Will it be happening again next year?
13. What are the rules for play?
14. Do we have security in place?
1. How do I get to GearBlastUK?
See our LOCATION page which give the location via Google maps and the address is printed on your ticket when you receive it by email. All the information on how to find us and which public transport to use is available here.
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2. Do I have to attend both nights?
No, but there is an advance ticket for both nights with a major discount. top
3. Is there a discount available for advance booking?
Yes, advance booking is advised, as interest is very high for both nights, and substantial discounts are available if you book both nights at the same time. See the homepage for details. top
4. Where can I stay overnight?
There is a guesthouse and local hotels are available.
Contact details available using these links
The Anvil Guesthouse Bed and Breakfast
or
Google Search for local hotels
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5. Is parking available?
Parking is available at the back of the complex for attendees only and will be clearly signposted from Manchester Road. top
6. Where can I park my bike?
We have arranged secure indoor parking for motorcycles in the adjoining warehouse. Your bike can be secured dry and out of sight overnight or for the whole weekend if needed. top
7. Are there any changing facilities?
Yes, we will be providing a couple of private changing rooms and one communal space right next to the cloakroom, where you can get changed and then secure your ‘civvies’. Space will be limited so if you are able to get changed beforehand at your hotel this would be advisable. top
8. Is there a secure place to keep my belongings?
There will be a cloakroom available where your belongings will be linked to your ticket number, Make sure this is kept with you to ensure you get your bits back. All items will be stored securely and will remain attended throughout the night. top
9. Can I take Photos?
No photographic equipment (including camera-phones) will be allowed inside the venue itself, however we will be providing a ‘photo area’ where you can take photos with your friends, ensuring no one is accidentally snapped. This is for your own safety and comfort. top
10. Can I sell my ticket on?
As we are linking tickets to IDs for cloakroom and the raffle, they are non-transferrable, so please do not pass them on. Tickets will be checked on entry. This is for your own safety and comfort. top
11. What happens if I can’t make it, will I still be eligible for the free raffle?
Raffle tickets are given to attendees when they enter the venue, so you must be prepared to turn up on the night. One raffle ticket will be issued per attendee per day. Prizes will be awarded at midnight in person by the appropriate sponsor and will be drawn again if the winner isn’t present. top
12. Will there be a GearBlastUK 2010?
This depends entirely on feedback from event attendees and how well the event goes this year, but the hope it that will be a "YES" and that it will continue to grow and be better year on year. top
13. What are the rules for play?
Our rules follow the rules set by the Courtyard Bar.
- No sexual penetration.
- Illegal drugs will not be tolerated.
- Play is with consent of all parties involved and limits agreed upon before play commences.
- All adults are over the age of 18.
- You tidy up after yourself when play has finished.
- There may be limited play equipment, please bear this in mind and don't hog one item all evening/night.
- Look after your play partner, their safety is in your hands.
- Be aware of your own limits and those of your playmates.
- Please respect others and do not join play unless invited.
- All play spaces are open for all to view, no spaces will be closed off for private sessions. top
14. Do we have security in place?
Security staff will be present to ensure your safety. The management will be taking precautions to ensure that only ticket holders will be admitted. top