Guest 660- Registered: 14 Mar 2008
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#1
the Queen is coming to Capel to open the Battle of Britain site today she is coming down by train.
If you knew what I know,we would both be in trouble!
Sue Nicholas- Location: river
- Registered: 12 Mar 2008
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#2
I wondered how the the Queen would travel.Umberllas not permitted for security reasons ,looks like my hat will get wet .
Guest 643- Registered: 12 Mar 2008
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#3
What a shame about the weather, it is so beautiful up there when the weather is bright and sunny. I'm sure the Queen will be very impressed with the new building and also the rest of the site but it's such a pity about the cold and rain after the lovely days we've had recently. Good luck to all involved and hope it all goes well.
Sue, your hat may get wet but at least your hair will stay dry lul. Wrap up warm though
There's always a little truth behind every "Just kidding", a little emotion behind every "I don't care" and a little pain behind every "I'm ok".
Guest 653- Registered: 13 Mar 2008
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#4
I can't find anywhere about the time this is happening.
I was going to go, but without any indication of time, it's difficult to know when to go there.
If you're going Sue, you must know.
If it's this afternoon, the weather should be brighter. There is also to be a Spitfire fly-past if the weather is good/clear.
Roger
Guest 643- Registered: 12 Mar 2008
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#5
Roger - the itinery is on KOL now
There's always a little truth behind every "Just kidding", a little emotion behind every "I don't care" and a little pain behind every "I'm ok".
howard mcsweeney1- Location: Dover
- Registered: 12 Mar 2008
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#6
Let's hope the rain stops soon as Her Majesty will get wet on her way from the station to the bus stop, the same at the other end.
Brian Dixon
- Location: Dover
- Registered: 23 Sep 2008
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#7
its ok lads and lasses,rumor has it the queenie can walk on water.
Brian Dixon- Location: Dover
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#8
howard mcsweeney1- Location: Dover
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#9
Surprised to see so many people brave the weather in the hope of getting a brief glimpse of Her Majesty, went past about half an hour ago, the car park was full with people going in and out of the new centre.
Jan Higgins
- Location: Dover
- Registered: 5 Jul 2010
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#10
The site and centre look so appropriate from the air.
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Sue Nicholas- Location: river
- Registered: 12 Mar 2008
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#11
A very impressive building,well worth a viisit.The children from the local school did very well standing so long in the rain.I was fortunate as i did not have to stand outside ,just inside the main door.The Duke made me laugh,.
Brian Dixon- Location: Dover
- Registered: 23 Sep 2008
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#12
did he ask you for a kebab sue.
howard mcsweeney1- Location: Dover
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#13
Went past the site earlier and despite the fog the car park seemed full but I noticed a pay and display sign?
Does anyone know if it was free until recently?
Guest 1391- Registered: 1 Nov 2014
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#14
Have been regular visitor to site over the years with grandsons, and no, did not have to pay. I appreciate what the aim of the new centre is but I always liked the simplicity, quietness of the place, the statue, the commeration wall, beautiful,views. But no doubt will be taking them along to the new centre before long.
howard mcsweeney1- Location: Dover
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#15
Popped down there earlier to see the finished product close up.
howard mcsweeney1- Location: Dover
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#16
Guest 653- Registered: 13 Mar 2008
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#17
At least they get the income. Just like giving a donation, although I'm sure many people gave more than £1.00.
Roger
Guest 698- Registered: 28 May 2010
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#18
At least the parking fee is reasonable enough.
I'm an optimist. But I'm an optimist who takes my raincoat - Harold Wilson
howard mcsweeney1- Location: Dover
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#19
I think locals who visit by car will be disappointed in paying £.3 if they stay over an hour but coach operators can absorb 50p per passenger.
Reginald Barrington
- Location: Dover
- Registered: 17 Dec 2014
- Posts: 3,261
#20
£1 IS OK for parking 1hr is not long enough though to explore the site, walk the dog and sit and enjoy breather, I'm afraid I'll be parking along the road and walking in. Sorry residents of Capel
Arte et Marte
