tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8676281.post3878173449571981783..comments2024-01-09T13:27:08.545+00:00Comments on swanageview: Swanage PierUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger19125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8676281.post-75695781931117157732012-01-29T19:26:09.750+00:002012-01-29T19:26:09.750+00:00Read on a news website that they need more Friends...Read on a news website that they need more Friends. Only cost me a tenner. At the time I was supping tea from a mug I'd bought years ago - sold to raise funds for the renovation. <br /><br />Doubt I'll be able to take advantage of the free pass as I don't go home that often.Helen Baggott https://www.blogger.com/profile/03672002857462638219noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8676281.post-23197981481923019482012-01-26T17:09:32.699+00:002012-01-26T17:09:32.699+00:00Well what a parochial meeting.
The old gentleman w...Well what a parochial meeting.<br />The old gentleman who said it was cheaper to dive in the Red Sea than in Swanage has a point. We must make diving in Swanage a desire, not stoop down and try to compete on price. A model for the whole of Swanage. Upmarket the Town and it's facilities!<br />Felt sorry for the Trustees trying to bring the old school Friends into the real world.<br />What do Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8676281.post-36020833223884204602012-01-26T09:20:18.659+00:002012-01-26T09:20:18.659+00:00Well said. Not a member myself though feel a bit u...Well said. Not a member myself though feel a bit unwelcome :(David Furmagenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8676281.post-75294238613169669462012-01-24T21:49:19.835+00:002012-01-24T21:49:19.835+00:00It seems a good opportunity for the Trust to open ...It seems a good opportunity for the Trust to open its doors to non-members who might then join up as members.<br /><br />Non-members should not speak, however, but they should be welcomed to observe.SillyWhimnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8676281.post-74661846911097056052012-01-24T08:42:50.443+00:002012-01-24T08:42:50.443+00:00It seems rather sinister, surely the general publi...It seems rather sinister, surely the general public could be allowed to attend if not participate?<br />ps I'm a friend, but without the original post I would have no idea about this meeting!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8676281.post-61756364115162332492012-01-23T22:36:33.489+00:002012-01-23T22:36:33.489+00:00Swanage Pier Trust would like to clarify that the ...Swanage Pier Trust would like to clarify that the meeting on the 26th January (as mentioned in original post) has been called by members of the Friends of Swanage Pier organisation, for them to learn about the business plan and air their views. <br /><br />It is for subscribed members only and is not a public meeting.On behalf of Swanage Pier Trusthttp://www.swanagepier.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8676281.post-7586922507018519312012-01-23T17:06:08.824+00:002012-01-23T17:06:08.824+00:00Re Waverley
lets not jump the gun the Waverley bo...Re Waverley<br /><br />lets not jump the gun the Waverley board are still conducting their meetings to get exact dates agreed but have confirmed that they do intend to visit Swanage Pier in the summer (usually early Sept).<br /><br />I gather they have resolved their finacial worries of 2011 thanks to a generous personal donation and am confident that once they have the dates agreed the waverley Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8676281.post-71776980365559369982012-01-23T14:26:15.849+00:002012-01-23T14:26:15.849+00:00There is no information on the Waverley Excursion ...There is no information on the Waverley Excursion web site about its sailings on the South Coast. The Waverley owners said that last year was a make or break year and most of the sailings from Swanage Pier were cancelled due to poor weather. The Pier Trust has repaired the pier since the Balmoral hit it so there is no reason why either ship cannot use the pier if they need to. I agree that the Robin from Swanagehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16005240868831985933noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8676281.post-45385016894843891022012-01-23T13:20:57.667+00:002012-01-23T13:20:57.667+00:00The Waverley came last year, so perhaps the insura...The Waverley came last year, so perhaps the insurance stuff is resolved. The sailings are of great consequence to Swanage. I appreciate this is charity, we should support it. Perhaps a suggestion, that the crew should be less surly, and the whole experience be more market orientated.Nickthefishhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01693595478182148889noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8676281.post-80873471465765692952012-01-23T12:13:36.163+00:002012-01-23T12:13:36.163+00:00Nick:
-there is a little matter between the compa...Nick:<br /><br />-there is a little matter between the company/trust behind the Waverly, its insurance, and some significant damage the Waverley did to Swanage Pier a few years ago.<br /><br />-SOLAS regs.SillyWhimnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8676281.post-35657731513431826672012-01-23T09:18:16.008+00:002012-01-23T09:18:16.008+00:00Silly Whim
why not?Silly Whim<br />why not?Nickthefishhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01693595478182148889noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8676281.post-77068357491247871892012-01-22T21:37:34.401+00:002012-01-22T21:37:34.401+00:00I don't think we will see the Waverley ever re...I don't think we will see the Waverley ever return to Swanage.SillyWhimnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8676281.post-32526804975164218102012-01-22T17:00:07.538+00:002012-01-22T17:00:07.538+00:00If people get involved in too many projects they w...If people get involved in too many projects they will not be able to do a proper job at any of them. Far from belly-aching and complaining I am offering some ideas and constructive criticism.<br /> <br />The 60p charge for strolling acts as a barrier against people entering the pier. There is free access to Eastbourne, Ryde and Bournemouth Piers and Yarmouth IOW has a donation box for 20p. Will Robin from Swanagehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16005240868831985933noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8676281.post-62138468634213065582012-01-22T16:38:28.622+00:002012-01-22T16:38:28.622+00:00The meeting on 26th is for annual members of The F...The meeting on 26th is for annual members of The Friends of Swanage Pier and has been called bring all existing members up to date with the latest restoration work, the shop makeover which is taking place at the moment and the steps the Trust are taking to increase revenue and secure the future of the pier for everyone to enjoy. Rest assured that no-one is being "kicked off", the diversAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8676281.post-19043445246817019162012-01-22T16:38:06.852+00:002012-01-22T16:38:06.852+00:00The meeting on 26th is for annual members of The F...The meeting on 26th is for annual members of The Friends of Swanage Pier and has been called bring all existing members up to date with the latest restoration work, the shop makeover which is taking place at the moment and the steps the Trust are taking to increase revenue and secure the future of the pier for everyone to enjoy. Rest assured that no-one is being "kicked off", the diversAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8676281.post-77660314973143651252012-01-22T10:05:41.261+00:002012-01-22T10:05:41.261+00:00Suggestion from Bill Storer:
Park and Ride tickets...Suggestion from Bill Storer:<br />Park and Ride tickets and car parking in Broad Road car park should include free entrance to the Pier to encourage visitors.Nickthefishhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01693595478182148889noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8676281.post-81934814423173188342012-01-22T08:45:17.822+00:002012-01-22T08:45:17.822+00:00They should get rid of the unsightly portacabins, ...They should get rid of the unsightly portacabins, boats out of the water and car parking. Keep the divers and have dedicated spaces for them on the east side of the pier out of sight. Showers and changing rooms too. Kick off the windserfing school which never seems open and get some businesses which pay a sensible rent and attract people. Perhaps a fishmonger with tanks of shellfish for sale or Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8676281.post-76027484960417593212012-01-22T08:19:06.708+00:002012-01-22T08:19:06.708+00:00It is possible that the new committee may not want...It is possible that the new committee may not want anyone to fish, to walk or moor their boats on the pier but it is extremely unlikely. Is the original post just trying to get people to attend the meeting? Why is the original post anonymous?Robin from Swanagehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16005240868831985933noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8676281.post-66831806263487553172012-01-21T21:32:26.620+00:002012-01-21T21:32:26.620+00:00There is no point citing rumours if there is nothi...There is no point citing rumours if there is nothing concrete behind them. What is the source of your rumours? Have you asked the Pier Committee what is happening? What about the diving shop on the Pier? Or even the volunteer manning the gates for 60ps?<br /><br />Why ask here?SillyWhimnoreply@blogger.com