I spoke to the hotel we are using for this year’s Bash and they told me they are calling it ‘An International Blogging Conference’.
Super cool, eh? Though the Boss, Her Sachaness , wants ‘Bash’ because, well, she does so that’s that then.
Anyhoo I’m here for three reasons:
One… So why haven’t you bought you ticket yet? You know who you are. The one at the back looking sheepish. Yes, you Lozenge Minor. I mean you. Stop mewling boy and buy your ticket. Of course you’ll enjoy it. It’s made of ice cream, like last year’s Bash only with added sprinkles. And fairy dust.
For all the Lozenge Minors out there, tickets cost £10 each and can be purchased by clicking here.
Two, nominations have closed and we’ve had LOADS… I mean they can be seen from space they are so HUGE…
Some of you puppies have been nominated for more than one award which is kinda of neat and all…
… except you can’t be. Her Whipness decreed only one per person and stop jostling Lozenge, boy, or it’ll be another detention. Which means we will be emailing you over the next couple of days to ask you to choose which award you’d like to be nominated for. You’ll then have until
Sunday 14th May 7pm (BST)
to choose which you want to try for. If anything fails – we get the email wrong, we’ve been given the wrong address, you don’t see the message, it goes to spam, you fail to reply in time, Donald Trump sacks the Boss (stop it)…
WE WILL CHOOSE FOR YOU
We’d love to give you a right of appeal, the chance to bribe us, to flood the net with gratuitous compliments, but we don’t have time. Soz and all that but, hey, suck it up, ok?
Third and, well tickle me pick Captain Scott, this is where we are going.
Smart eh? It has its own monogrammed cloud that floats above the entrance, dappling the guests in a sepulchral ambience. For those who like to note these things this is the address. The Wellington Suite in the Grange Wellington Hotel. 71 Vincent Square, Westminster, London SW1P 2PA on Saturday 10th June 2017.
It’s super convenient too, being a couple of stone throws and a gnats’ widdle from Victoria Station. This is Victoria. Meah, moving on…
I will be updating you on the route but here are a few local highlights.
And finally, as a real teaser here is a Goad plan. A who? A wotsit?
Okay, if you’ve never worked in commercial property in the UK that sentence is about as enlightening as the George Bush Dictionary of Compound Adjectives. It’s a street map centred on a commercial district – in this case Victoria station – showing all the retail occupiers. So if you’re after a snack and prefer Costa to Pret then this will direct you.
Aren’t I good?
We’ve also put together a FAQ for the event, which you can view here, so if you have any questions, check out the FAQ first. However, don’t hesitate to ask any questions if you can’t find what you’re looking for.
We’ve also gone social media mad so don’t forget to join the bloggers bash Facebook group, follow us on Twitter, and use the hashtag #bloggersbash. You can also follow us over on Flipboard.
Thanks for all the info, Geoff. I am still squirming a bit as have no definite decision on whether or not I am able to come yet!
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hope you find a path to Victoria Judy…
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Thanks Geoff😀
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When I think that this all started out as a tentative meet-up between a handful of bloggers! I’m proud of you all, and wish I could be there.
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it is extraordinary; hope it goes well….gulp!
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Course it will. You’ve got a conference in a palace—how could it not go right?
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Oh well that’s put the mocked on it. !!!
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I was being serious!
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Reblogged this on Sue Vincent's Daily Echo.
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thanks Sue
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My pleasure, Geoff.
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I’m so very excited as I know this Bash/Conference is going to be the best yet (it has to be, as I don’t volunteer to be hassled by the TSA for just anything or anyone). Congrats in advance to all who are nominated.
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looking forward to seeing you Allie!!
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Brilliant, brilliant not long now. Please sir can be excused, I need the toilet!! And Lozenge Minor keeps pulling my plaits! 🎆🎈💜💝😊🤗
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he’s a one that Lozenge
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He is a Toffee nosed Twit! ☺️😊
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Sooooo excited! But then you know that His Geoffleship!!!
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I think they will report unusual seismic activity in north Kent if you squeal and quiver any more!!
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I’m trying to hold it in honestly!!!!! But it’s getting difficult!!!
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I’m coming from Colorado with my husband, Danny, so the International moniker is LEGIT!
Thanks for the info. I will elbow that lozenge lurking the back so he buys tickets.
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that’s amazing; Colorado. You may be our furthest!
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Well I’m excited too… and thanks for the update Geoff, and all the photos you are organised. 🙂
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i hope it turns out as good as it currently seems!!!
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I’m sure it will Geoff. Looking forward to it. (Any excuse for a new outfit! Lol.. )
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Geoffle you are tip top and in fabulous working order! Love the post! Looking forward to seeing everyone! 😊😙😍
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can’t wait Ali but hey, it will be here in a rush!!
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So true!
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Reblogged this on willowdot21 and commented:
I can’t contain myself!! 😱🎆🎆🎆🎆
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Reblogged this on Chris The Story Reading Ape's Blog.
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thanks Chris; we’re all most grateful for the support…
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Welcome, Geoff 👍😃
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Thank you for all the info and your organisational skills and time:) I’m excited to be going, well I have my ticket, but not my flight. I have a small family issue yo sort out but I’m 90% sure I’ll be there.
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it will be brilliant to see you!! Hope the 10% shifts in the right direction
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Fingers crossed😉
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Reblogged this on Smorgasbord – Variety is the spice of life and commented:
Before I close up for the evening here are the details for the #BloggersBash.. with photographs of the venue and directions to get there.. plus a little prod from Geoff Le Pard about buying your tickets.. I have had mine for weeks.. have my flight and hotel booked.. what’s your excuse… see you there.
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Yay Sally ta for the reblog and looking forward to that hug…
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or two! xx
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I’d love to come, I can just about afford the 10 quid for entry. I figure if I set off now and walk and swim at a steady pace I might get there in time for the 2027 Bash, save me a ticket. In the meantime, have fun! (I know you will)
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Thanks Pauline
We will just have to bring it to you!!
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Now there’s a good idea!! 🙂
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Oooh, are there still tickets left? I’d thought I wouldn’t be able to attend this year, but it seems I may be able to come after all 🙂
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Yeah certainly are Ruth. Please grab one.
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Ticket now aquired… 🙂
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Hilarious and informative Geoff. I’m still crossing fingers. 🙂
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Keep up the fantastic work of keeping this going because one year I will get there!
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We will.
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Reblogged this on writerchristophfischer and commented:
A must event for UK bloggers
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Thanks for the reblog Christoph
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I am so jealous! It looks and sounds so awesome.
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I hope so Robbie
Well done on the nominations. Sir Chocolate may be the most famous confection yet!!
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Thank you!
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Reblogged this on Sun in Gemini.
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Thanks Steve
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Knees too knackered know, Geoff. I wish everyone well
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OK understood but we have seats!!
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Getting in and out of them is the problem 🙂
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Ouch!
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I’ve also been waiting as I wasn’t sure if I’d be in the UK or not. Unfortunately, it looks as if I won’t be back until the end of June or beginning of July, so I’ll miss it again. It looks great and I hope you have all a great time.
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Shame Olga. But there’ll be other occasions
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Reblogged this on Don Massenzio's Blog and commented:
Here are some exciting updates on the Blogger Bash from Geoff Lepard’s blog
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Thanks for the reblog Don
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You’re welcome. Thanks for the update.
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Wow! The Bloggers’ Bash has really come along. I have been nominated this year, which is exciting, which feels a bit like an express train zooming through the station. Huh??? On a personal level, I’ve been really stoked to have the local radio station respond so enthusiastically to my blog. It’s hard to believe Julie Goodwin Masterchef has not only been in my kitchen as a result but we’ve cooked together.
Good luck with managing all the work involved. It’s much appreciated even though I can’t make it. It really helps to elevate blogging as a quality writing format.
xx Ro
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I’m very envious of your cooking fun
My daughter would die of that happens to me
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I’m surprised my daughter hasn’t died from embarrassment.
It was fun having Julie over and her visit just happened to coincide with the latest season of Masterchef. My cooking ability always soars when that’s on every year. It’s like a huge kick in the backside to make more effort and shift out of my complacency. I made hasselback potatoes from her cookbook and made my own dish of perch pan fried in raspberries and lemon juice with a dash of honey and chopped macadamia nuts for a bit of salty “crunch”.
Hope you have a great weekend.
xx Ro
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I’m drooling…
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So cute for Sue, that’s in Vincent Sq!
Where are the nominees?
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They’re coming at the end of next week. The polls will be put up then, when we’ve shifted through duplicates and doubles. Not long now…
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Ok, thanks!
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V. Excited to be attending an International Blogging Conference! It’s come a long way from the table at Pizza Express, that’s for sure 😀
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Well the title has changed….
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😀
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Looking forward to your how to get there post now His Geoffleship!
Just looking at my train times! Oh soooo exciting!
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In process!!
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Lovely!!! Oh, and are we bringing tasty treats this time? Because I am happy to make something if there is going to be a free for all cake table going!!
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I expect that would be appreciated…
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Okie Dokie! I shall be having a think, and possibly a bake-off on Friday night then! Maybe Lil Princess will want to be involved…!
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