Nottingham Wednesday Night Skate

NottinghamSkaters

2012-01-26T13:11:00.001Z

All information on the Nottingham Wednesday Night Skate can now be found here: http://www.nottinghamskaters.co.uk/lucky/viewforum.php?f=33&sid=b7eb4f3fdea1e77be3e6a746a7169f3f

Weds 14th April 2010 ROUTE

2010-04-15T09:34:00.005+01:00

Our 1st skate of the year with only experianced skaters turning up so we took a longer (12.5 miles), harder and faster route than I had originally intended. This skate heading into West Bridgeford where we tried a new section of Loughbrough Road. We then headed headed back towards the river and Clifton Bridge.

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STATUS INFORMATION

2010-04-13T17:05:00.002+01:00

Hi All,

This year, all status information for the Nottingham Wednesday Night Skate will be posted on the NottinghamSkaters.co.uk websits

Please see the status page...

http://www.nottinghamskaters.co.uk/wns

When I do them, I will continue to post maps of the routes taken after the event on this blog.

NWNS takes a WINTER HOLIDAY

2009-12-16T18:25:00.003Z

Hi All,

The Nottingham Wednesday Night Skate is now officially on holiday over the winter until the weather improves next year. No official date has been set for the restart so keep in touch for more news.

Have a great Christmas and a Happy New Year (with lots of good weather in 2010 we all hope!)

Lance :)

Weds 9th December 2009 STATUS

2009-12-09T18:40:00.001Z

Another...

NO GO

Too damp :(

Weds 2nd December 2009 STATUS

2009-12-02T18:27:00.001Z

Another...

NO GO

Too damp :(

Weds 25th November 2009 STATUS

2009-11-25T17:04:00.002Z

Hi all,

Well its been a month! but tonight we are finally a ...

The roads are dry and I will try and plan the route to minimise head winds and give and some nice fast bits with the wind behind. I recommend wearing wind proof clothing and to bring a torch! If the wind is too tiring, we will end early for an extended pub stop.

See you later

Lance :)

Weds 18th November 2009 STATUS

2009-11-18T19:18:00.000Z

Another...

NO GO

Still too damp :(

Weds 11th November 2009 STATUS

2009-11-11T17:07:00.003Z

Again, I hope you are all enjoying your autumn because was are again a...

NO GO

Although no rain and quite a lot of dry bits, there are just to many wet, slimy and leafy patches, especially off the main roads out out of the city a bit. Can you all do a Windy dance next Tue Night / Weds morning and hope for no rain so that it can dry out nicely.

TTFN

Lance :(

Weds 4th November 2009 STATUS

2009-11-04T17:05:00.002Z

It was just a...

NO GO

To much rain, didn't even need to be said.

Weds 28th October 2009 ROUTE

2009-10-29T16:13:00.003Z

A bit of an experimental route this week that seemed to work well. We found the best way up Canning Circus hill so far and found a route back down that took us along Ilkeston Road which is lovely and smooth.

[WARNING:DO NOT try skating all the way down from the top of Ilkeston Road. I cycle this route regularly and cars often pull out of side streets without warning and you need to be able to control your speed. The top bit is just to steep / fast to be safe.]

We than headed for Ruddington for a half time stop at the Jolly Farmers Inn before trying a new route between Ruddington and West Bridgeford. The skate was rounded off with a nice run down Musters Road and back to The Vat and Fiddle for a well earned beer. This skates was about 13.7 miles.

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Weds 28th October 2009 STATUS

2009-10-28T18:06:00.002Z

Hi all,

Tonight we are...

A lovely mild autumn evening for a skate. I expect to see you all there. Bring a torch and high vis if you can but don't let this stop you turning up if you can't.

See you later

Lance :)

Where? = Old Market Square, Nottingham

When? = Every Wednesday

What time? = Meet at 7:45 for a 8pm start

How much? = FREE!

Weds 21st October 2009 STATUS

2009-10-21T18:18:00.003+01:00

Hi all,

Tonight we are...

I expect tonight's skate won't be that long as we will need to stick to the drier surfaces nearer the city and away from any trees! If in doubt, bring beer money and we will have an extended pub stop at the end.

See you there

Lance :)

Where? = Old Market Square, Nottingham

When? = Every Wednesday

What time? = Meet at 7:45 for a 8pm start

How much? = FREE!

Weds 14th October 2009 STATUS

2009-10-14T18:07:00.001+01:00

Hi,

There be dark clouds on ye horizon.

NO GO.

See you all at Battle UK THIS SATURDAY.

Lance

Weds 30th September 2009 STATUS

2009-09-30T18:36:00.002+01:00

Hi all,

Tonight we are...

Hopefully we will have some new people join us today, so come and give a good welcome and have a nice chilled skate. I will keep this week reasonably easy. For those who don't know, we always end in a pub in the city centre (with our skates on!) and sometime do a mid skate pub stop as well depending on what mood people are in.

As this is a NIGHT skate I highly recommend bringing a torch that is good enough to use on unlite paths. This is not compulsory so still come if you don't have one, but I try and encourage people to have a small red LED cycle light on their bag and a torch you can hold.

See you there

Lance :)

Where? = Old Market Square, Nottingham

When? = Every Wednesday

What time? = Meet at 7:45 for a 8pm start

How much? = FREE!

Every Wednesday, weather permitting, meet at 7:45pm for a 8pm departure in the new Old Market Square (south side, next to the flower bed). Skate lasts around 2 hours and always ends at a pub. Bring Beer Money AND Jelly Babies

Weds 23rd September 2009 ROUTE

2009-09-24T01:11:00.003+01:00

Hi,

Nice long fast skate today as we only had experienced skaters with us. We are looking forward to some new people joining us next week for a slight easier skate than this one! Route show below as requested (11.7 miles ish in total)...

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Weds 23rd September 2009 STATUS

2009-09-23T17:54:00.000+01:00

Hi All,

GO...

See you later.

L:)

Weds 16th September 2009 STATUS

2009-09-16T18:27:00.001+01:00

Hi All,

GO...

See you later.

L:)

Weds 9th September 2009 STATUS

2009-09-09T18:24:00.003+01:00

Hi All,

Jim wants me to post statuses on the NottinghamSkaters page, but just because its easy doing what I know I hereby say...

GO...

See you later.

L:)

Weds 15th July 2009 STATUS

2009-07-15T17:29:00.003+01:00

Hi All,

The weather looks a bit iffy with a slight chance of a short shower, but the consencus is to give it a ...

If it looks like a shower near 8pm we will head to a pub (please bring skates regardless). See you in the Market Square.

Lance :)

Where? = Old Market Square, Nottingham
When? = Every Wednesday
What time? = Meet at 7:45 for a 8pm start
How much? = FREE!

Weds 8th July 2009 STATUS

2009-07-08T19:20:00.002+01:00

Hi All,

Opps. Forgot to post. Its a ...

GO

I hope you see this and get there in time! I blame having to do the dishs.

Where? = Old Market Square, Nottingham
When? = Every Wednesday
What time? = Meet at 7:45 for a 8pm start
How much? = FREE!

Weds 1st July 2009 ROUTE

2009-07-02T00:34:00.004+01:00

Hi,

Tonight route was a tad longer than it felt at 14.8 MILES! That said, we did finish at 10:30 which is a lot later than usual. An amazingly warm evening that I really enjoyed.

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Weds 1st July 2009 STATUS

2009-07-01T18:16:00.001+01:00

Hi All,

You guessed it...

Given the heat, todays will be a slow (ish) and non hilly skate with a refreshing pub stop. See you later.

Where? = Old Market Square, Nottingham
When? = Every Wednesday
What time? = Meet at 7:45 for a 8pm start
How much? = FREE!

Weds 24th June 2009 STATUS

2009-06-24T17:39:00.002+01:00

Hi All,

The BBC says...

So I say...

GO GO GO

Could this be the best day to go skating this year? I think it may be! We have great weather, almost the longest day and a new area of Nottingham to expore! I look forward to seeing you all at 7:50. Happy skating :)

Where? = Old Market Square, Nottingham
When? = Every Wednesday
What time? = Meet at 7:45 for a 8pm start

How Much? = Free!

Weds 17th June 2009 STATUS

2009-06-17T18:04:00.002+01:00

Hi all,

You may think me strange, but I'm calling a...

I'm not expecting it to rain anymore and its drying out. The question is will it dry out enough. So the plan is to turn up with skates and shoes. If its dry enough we skate if its not we go to the pub to give Katie a good send off before she leaves Nottingham. Any questions, give me a call on 07970 230 815. If its actually raining at 8pm, I'l be seeking shelter under the left lion before heading to the nominated pub.

Where? = Old Market Square, Nottingham
When? = Every Wednesday
What time? = Meet at 7:45 for a 8pm start
How much? = FREE!

Weds 10th June 2009 STATUS

2009-06-10T18:10:00.001+01:00

If the weatherman says its raining...

I say...

NO GO

BOOOOooo :(

Weds 3rd June 2009 STATUS

2009-06-03T17:33:00.002+01:00

Hi all,

First AN APPLOGY for the confusion last week. I was too ill to skate but gave the go expecting others to be there to lead. As it was not enough people showed up. Sorry about that. Anyway...

Tonight I am well, its nice and dry and not TOO hot and we will have daylight for the whole skate. So no excuse not to show this week.

So, tonight's status is...

I will see you all there :)

Where? = Old Market Square, Nottingham
When? = Every Wednesday
What time? = Meet at 7:45 for a 8pm start
How much? = FREE!

Every Wednesday, weather permitting, meet at 7:45pm for a 8pm departure in the new Old Market Square (south side, next to the flower bed). Skate lasts around 2.5 hours and always ends at a pub. Bring Beer Money AND Jelly Babies

Weds 27th May 2009 STATUS

2009-05-27T18:47:00.001+01:00

Hi all,

Well its been a whole month, but tonight's status is...

The forecast isn't quite 'Summery' but looks OK. Enjoy :)

Where? = Old Market Square, Nottingham
When? = Every Wednesday
What time? = Meet at 7:45 for a 8pm start
How much? = FREE!

Every Wednesday, weather permitting, meet at 7:45pm for a 8pm departure in the new Old Market Square (south side, next to the flower bed). Skate lasts around 2.5 hours and always ends at a pub. Bring Beer Money AND Jelly Babies

Weds 20th May 2009 STATUS

2009-05-20T18:03:00.003+01:00

AGAIN...

NO GO

Lance :(

Weds 13th May 2009 STATUS

2009-05-13T18:20:00.002+01:00

Hi all,

The BBC say rain, I say ...

NO GO

Sorry, to wet and windy to be out tonight. Back to reading about forest gardens and sustainable living for me.

Weds 6th May 2009 STATUS

2009-05-06T18:14:00.002+01:00

Hi all,

Shock horror, tonight is a ...

NO GO

Me, Jim and Katrin can't make it and the weathers having some indications of rain and blowing like a very windy thing. All in all, I recommend a good book and putting your feat up!

Weds 29th April 2009 STATUS

2009-04-29T18:27:00.002+01:00

Hi all,

Tonight we have a gap in the rain clouds so we are...

Great turnout last week for a nice (if a bit to long) skate. see you all at 7:50 :)

Where? = Old Market Square, Nottingham
When? = Every Wednesday
What time? = Meet at 7:45 for a 8pm start
How much? = FREE!

Every Wednesday, weather permitting, meet at 7:45pm for a 8pm departure in the new Old Market Square (south side, next to the flower bed). Skate lasts around 2.5 hours and always ends at a pub. Bring Beer Money AND Jelly Babies

Weds 22nd April 2009 STATUS

2009-04-22T17:59:00.002+01:00

Hi all,

Tonight we are a gorgeous ...

Hopefully this sun will bring a good turnout. So see you all in a bit. :)

Where? = Old Market Square, Nottingham
When? = Every Wednesday
What time? = Meet at 7:45 for a 8pm start
How much? = FREE!

Every Wednesday, weather permitting, meet at 7:45pm for a 8pm departure in the new Old Market Square (south side, next to the flower bed). Skate lasts around 2.5 hours and always ends at a pub. Bring Beer Money AND Jelly Babies

Weds 16th April 2009 Route - Hucknall Skate

2009-04-16T00:12:00.001+01:00

Hi,

Here's tonights rought 11 mile...

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Weds 15th April 2009 STATUS

2009-04-15T18:18:00.003+01:00

Hi all,

Tonight we are a...

... From Hucknall on the Tram. Please bring tram, beer money and shoes. There is a small chance of rain around 10pm, in which case this may finish as a tram pub crawl! My hope is that the wind will be behind us judging by my cycle home. Please try and confirm this when we meet. Still meeting at the Market Square for 8pm departure.

Where? = Old Market Square, Nottingham
When? = Every Wednesday
What time? = Meet at 7:45 for a 8pm start
How much? = FREE!

Every Wednesday, weather permitting, meet at 7:45pm for a 8pmdeparture in the new Old Market Square (south side, next to the flower bed). Skate lasts around 2.5 hours and always ends at a pub. Bring Beer Money AND Jelly Babies

Weds 8th April 2009 STATUS

2009-04-08T18:31:00.001+01:00

Hi all,

Tonight we are...

Lovely evening and some good skating ahead.

Where? = Old Market Square, Nottingham

When? = Every Wednesday

What time? = Meet at 7:45 for a 8pm start

How much? = FREE!

Every Wednesday, weather permitting, meet at 7:45pm for a 8pmdeparture in the new Old Market Square (south side, next to the flower bed). Skate lasts around 2.5 hours and always ends at a pub. Bring Beer Money AND Jelly Babies

Weds 1st April 2009 STATUS

2009-04-01T19:19:00.001+01:00

Hi.

Opps forgot to post earlier...

GO...

Looks like a lovely evening. See you all in 40mins!

L:)

Weds 25th March 2009 STATUS

2009-03-25T18:01:00.000Z

Hi all,

Tonight we are...

Dress for a windy one, but it looks like it will be a nice evening.

Where? = Old Market Square, Nottingham

When? = Every Wednesday

What time? = Meet at 7:45 for a 8pm start

How much? = FREE!

Every Wednesday, weather permitting, meet at 7:45pm for a 8pm departure in the new Old Market Square (south side, next to the flower bed). Skate lasts around 2.5 hours and always ends at a pub. Bring Beer Money AND Jelly Babies

Weds 11th March 2009 STATUS

2009-03-11T18:02:00.002Z

Hi all,

Last week was a good start to the year with a good turnout. Tonight we are...

... again for another nice skate. I still recommend bringing a tourch and there are usually a few unlit paths.

Lance:)

Where? = Old Market Square, Nottingham

When? = Every Wednesday

What time? = Meet at 7:45 for a 8pm start

How much? = FREE!

Every Wednesday, weather permitting, meet at 7:45pm for a 8pm departure in the new Old Market Square (south side, next to the flower bed). Skate lasts around 2.5 hours and always ends at a pub. Bring Beer Money AND Jelly Babies

Weds 4th March 2009 STATUS

2009-03-04T18:24:00.002Z

Hi all,

WELCOME to the Nottingham Wednesday Night Skate 2009!

Last year was fun and we hope you can join us for some more great skating around our favorite city.

So, to get the show on the road, the status for tonight is...

There is a small chance of snow late in the evening(!), but I don't think this is likely, just in case I would recommend bringing some shoes and beer money. As usual, get to the Market square and be ready to leave on skates at 8pm. With the Wheel in the square, lets meet on the north side on the steps near its ticket booth. It will be a bit chilly still and bring a torch if you have one (not essential).

Lance:)

Where? = Old Market Square, Nottingham

When? = Every Wednesday

What time? = Meet at 7:45 for a 8pm start

How much? = FREE!

Every Wednesday, weather permitting, meet at 7:45pm for a 8pm departure in the new Old Market Square (south side, next to the flower bed). Skate lasts around 2.5 hours and always ends at a pub. Bring Beer Money AND Jelly Babies

Weds 21st January 2009 STATUS

2009-01-21T18:06:00.002Z

Hi all,

The status for tonight is...

Maybe....

But meet in town for a drink anyway

We are meeting at 8 in the Market Square with skates, and if its dry enough we will do for a short skate followed by pub. If its not we will go straight for the pub. See you all there.

L:)

Where? = Old Market Square, Nottingham

When? = Every Wednesday

What time? = Meet at 7:45 for a 8pm start

How much? = FREE!

Weds 3rd December STATUS

2008-12-03T17:59:00.001Z

Hi all,

The status for tonight is...

NO GO :(

Sorry but due to damp, work stress and brokenness its not looking good for tonight.

Where? = Old Market Square, Nottingham

When? = Every Wednesday

What time? = Meet at 7:45 for a 8pm start

How much? = FREE!

Every Wednesday, weather permitting, meet at 7:45pm for a 8pm departure in the new Old Market Square (south side, next to the flower bed). Skate lasts around 2.5 hours and always ends at a pub. Bring Beer Money AND Jelly Babies

Weds 26th November STATUS

2008-11-26T17:39:00.001Z

Hi all,

The status for tonight is...

NO GO :(

Sorry but its just too damp. This time of year we need a bit of wind to dry it out. I here there is talk of a trip to Roller World tomorrow. Ask Jim for details.

Where? = Old Market Square, Nottingham

When? = Every Wednesday

What time? = Meet at 7:45 for a 8pm start

How much? = FREE!

Every Wednesday, weather permitting, meet at 7:45pm for a 8pm departure in the new Old Market Square (south side, next to the flower bed). Skate lasts around 2.5 hours and always ends at a pub. Bring Beer Money AND Jelly Babies

Weds 19th November STATUS

2008-11-19T17:16:00.001Z

Hi all,

The status for tonight is...

GO :)

I recommend bringing high-vis and a touch! See you later.

Where? = Old Market Square, Nottingham

When? = Every Wednesday

What time? = Meet at 7:45 for a 8pm start

How much? = FREE!

Every Wednesday, weather permitting, meet at 7:45pm for a 8pm departure in the new Old Market Square (south side, next to the flower bed). Skate lasts around 2.5 hours and always ends at a pub. Bring Beer Money AND Jelly Babies

Weds 12th November STATUS

2008-11-12T18:14:00.000Z

Hi all,

The status for tonight is...

GO :)

I recommend bringing high-vis and a touch!

Where? = Old Market Square, Nottingham

When? = Every Wednesday

What time? = Meet at 7:45 for a 8pm start

How much? = FREE!

Every Wednesday, weather permitting, meet at 7:45pm for a 8pm departure in the new Old Market Square (south side, next to the flower bed). Skate lasts around 2.5 hours and always ends at a pub. Bring Beer Money AND Jelly Babies

Weds 5th November STATUS

2008-11-05T17:31:00.001Z

Hi all,

The status for tonight is...

NO GO :(

Sorry, but its been mizzling all day and its as wet as a sumo wrestlers crouch out there.

Where? = Old Market Square, Nottingham

When? = Every Wednesday

What time? = Meet at 7:45 for a 8pm start

How much? = FREE!

Every Wednesday, weather permitting, meet at 7:45pm for a 8pm departure in the new Old Market Square (south side, next to the flower bed). Skate lasts around 2.5 hours and always ends at a pub. Bring Jelly Babies.

Weds 29th October STATUS

2008-10-29T17:51:00.001Z

Hi all,

The status for tonight is...

GO :)

YEY :)

I recommend bringing high-vis and a touch!

Where? = Old Market Square, Nottingham

When? = Every Wednesday

What time? = Meet at 7:45 for a 8pm start

How much? = FREE!

Every Wednesday, weather permitting, meet at 7:45pm for a 8pm departure in the new Old Market Square (south side, next to the flower bed). Skate lasts around 2.5 hours and always ends at a pub. Bring Beer Money AND Jelly Babies

Weds 23rd October 2008 Route

2008-10-23T01:13:00.003+01:00

Hi all,

Here's the route we took this week to Aspley which was 14.2 miles (nearly 23K) in 2hrs 25 mins...

[Click HERE to explore map]

Weds 15th October 2008 Route

2008-10-23T00:51:00.006+01:00

Hi all,

Here's the route we took last week to Ruddington which was 11.9 miles (just over 19K)...

[Click HERE to explore map]

Weds 22nd October STATUS

2008-10-22T16:57:00.000+01:00

Hi all,

The status for tonight is...

GO :)

YEY :)

I recommend bringing high-vis and a touch!

Where? = Old Market Square, Nottingham

When? = Every Wednesday

What time? = Meet at 7:45 for a 8pm start

How much? = FREE!

Every Wednesday, weather permitting, meet at 7:45pm for a 8pm departure in the new Old Market Square (south side, next to the flower bed). Skate lasts around 2.5 hours and always ends at a pub. Bring Beer Money

Weds 15th October STATUS

2008-10-15T17:16:00.001+01:00

Hi all,

The status for tonight is...

GO :)

YEY :)

Where? = Old Market Square, Nottingham

When? = Every Wednesday

What time? = Meet at 7:45 for a 8pm start

How much? = FREE!

Every Wednesday, weather permitting, meet at 7:45pm for a 8pm departure in the new Old Market Square (south side, next to the flower bed). Skate lasts around 2.5 hours and always ends at a pub. Bring Beer Money

Weds 8th October STATUS

2008-10-08T17:57:00.002+01:00

Hi all,

The status for tonight is...

GO GO GO GO GO GO :)

Autumn is here. Summer 2008 is over, let the skating re-commence! HOOORH

I'll see you in the square for a night skate.

Where? = Old Market Square, Nottingham

When? = Every Wednesday

What time? = Meet at 7:45 for a 8pm start

How much? = FREE!

Every Wednesday, weather permitting, meet at 7:45pm for a 8pm departure in the new Old Market Square (south side, next to the flower bed). Skate lasts around 2.5 hours and always ends at a pub. Bring Jelly Babies.

Weds 1st October STATUS

2008-10-01T19:04:00.003+01:00

Hi all,

The status for tonight is YET AGAIN...

NO GO :(

anyone fancy migrating to the med?!

Where? = Old Market Square, Nottingham

When? = Every Wednesday

What time? = Meet at 7:45 for a 8pm start

How much? = FREE!

Every Wednesday, weather permitting, meet at 7:45pm for a 8pm departure in the new Old Market Square (south side, next to the flower bed). Skate lasts around 2.5 hours and always ends at a pub. Bring Jelly Babies.

Weds 24th September STATUS

2008-09-24T17:48:00.002+01:00

Hi all,

The status for tonight is...

NO GO :(

Sorry, but there to rain about. Anyone want to take up swimming in stead?!

Where? = Old Market Square, Nottingham

When? = Every Wednesday

What time? = Meet at 7:45 for a 8pm start

How much? = FREE!

Every Wednesday, weather permitting, meet at 7:45pm for a 8pm departure in the new Old Market Square (south side, next to the flower bed). Skate lasts around 2.5 hours and always ends at a pub. Bring Jelly Babies.

Weds 17th September STATUS

2008-09-17T18:00:00.000+01:00

Hi all,

The status for tonight is...

GO :)

Where? = Old Market Square, Nottingham

When? = Every Wednesday

What time? = Meet at 7:45 for a 8pm start

How much? = FREE!

Every Wednesday, weather permitting, meet at 7:45pm for a 8pm departure in the new Old Market Square (south side, next to the flower bed). Skate lasts around 2.5 hours and always ends at a pub. Bring Jelly Babies.

Weds 10th September STATUS

2008-09-10T18:13:00.002+01:00

Hi all,

The status for tonight is...

GO :)

And about bloody time too.

Where? = Old Market Square, Nottingham

When? = Every Wednesday

What time? = Meet at 7:45 for a 8pm start

How much? = FREE!

Every Wednesday, weather permitting, meet at 7:45pm for a 8pm departure in the new Old Market Square (south side, next to the flower bed). Skate lasts around 2.5 hours and always ends at a pub. Bring Jelly Babies.

Weds 3rd September STATUS

2008-09-03T17:54:00.002+01:00

Hi all,

The status for tonight is...

NO GO - AGAIN!!

BBC shows that there 'might' be a gap in the rain when the skate is meant to be on, but the wind is way beyond enjoyable and there will be lots of damp surfaces. AND it will probably rain again as well. So sorry again. I will try and fit in another random skate if/when I can, but it won't be over the weekend as that’s already full. I recommend a good video or book, some nice warm food and an early retreat to the duvet.

Where? = Old Market Square, Nottingham

When? = Every Wednesday

What time? = Meet at 7:45 for a 8pm start

How much? = FREE!

Every Wednesday, weather permitting, meet at 7:45pm for a 8pm departure in the new Old Market Square (south side, next to the flower bed). Skate lasts around 2.5 hours and always ends at a pub. Bring Jelly Babies

Weds 27th August STATUS

2008-08-27T18:46:00.003+01:00

Hi all,

Shocking news... The status for tonight is...

NO GO!!

The excuses for this are numerous (various absences and illnesses), but we actually don't have enough 'marshals' for tonight skate!! My plan is to re-schedule and do the skate on Saturday daytime. Please phone for details.

Oh, and I've just been told that it was drizzling for a few mins a short time ago, phah.

Where? = Old Market Square, Nottingham

When? = Every Wednesday

What time? = Meet at 7:45 for a 8pm start

How much? = FREE!

Every Wednesday, weather permitting, meet at 7:45pm for a 8pm departure in the new Old Market Square (south side, next to the flower bed). Skate lasts around 2.5 hours and always ends at a pub. Bring Jelly Babies

Weds 20th August STATUS

2008-08-20T18:12:00.001+01:00

Hi all,

The status for tonight is...

NO GO!!

AAaaaAAAaaAAAaaRRRrrrrrRrGHHhh

@#!!$

:(

Where? = Old Market Square, Nottingham

When? = Every Wednesday

What time? = Meet at 7:45 for a 8pm start

How much? = FREE!

Every Wednesday, weather permitting, meet at 7:45pm for a 8pm departure in the new Old Market Square (south side, next to the flower bed). Skate lasts around 2.5 hours and always ends at a pub. Bring Jelly Babies

Weds 6th August STATUS

2008-08-13T18:09:00.000+01:00

Hi all,

The status for tonight is...

NO GO!!

ASS NOT AGAIN, more RAIN.

Where? = Old Market Square, Nottingham

When? = Every Wednesday

What time? = Meet at 7:45 for a 8pm start

How much? = FREE!

Every Wednesday, weather permitting, meet at 7:45pm for a 8pm departure in the new Old Market Square (south side, next to the flower bed). Skate lasts around 2.5 hours and always ends at a pub. Bring Jelly Babies.

Weds 6th August STATUS

2008-08-06T17:39:00.002+01:00

Hi all,

The status for tonight is...

NO GO!!

It might look lovely and sunny now, but I predict MUCH RAIN. So its a no go. Sorry. If you want to take the risk, be my guest and have a good skate, but I'm going to be hiding in doors.

Where? = Old Market Square, Nottingham

When? = Every Wednesday

What time? = Meet at 7:45 for a 8pm start

How much? = FREE!

Every Wednesday, weather permitting, meet at 7:45pm for a 8pm departure in the new Old Market Square (south side, next to the flower bed). Skate lasts around 2.5 hours and always ends at a pub. Bring Jelly Babies.

Weds 30th July STATUS

2008-07-30T17:20:00.000+01:00

Hi all,

The status for tonight is...

GO :)

It should be another good skate tonight, so see you later.

Where? = Old Market Square, Nottingham

When? = Every Wednesday

What time? = Meet at 7:45 for a 8pm start

How much? = FREE!

Every Wednesday, weather permitting, meet at 7:45pm for a 8pm departure in the new Old Market Square (south side, next to the flower bed). Skate lasts around 2.5 hours and always ends at a pub. Bring Jelly Babies.

Weds 23rd July STATUS

2008-07-23T06:55:00.003+01:00

Hi all,

The status for tonight is...

GO :)

Unfortunately I won't be able to join you again as I have another Transition Nottingham meeting. It looks like it will be a great day for a skate though.

Where? = Old Market Square, Nottingham

When? = Every Wednesday

What time? = Meet at 7:45 for a 8pm start

How much? = FREE!

Every Wednesday, weather permitting, meet at 7:45pm for a 8pm departure in the new Old Market Square (south side, next to the flower bed). Skate lasts around 2.5 hours and always ends at a pub. Bring Jelly Babies.

Weds 16h July STATUS

2008-07-16T17:30:00.000+01:00

Hi all,

The status for tonight is...

GO :)

See you later.

Where? = Old Market Square, Nottingham

When? = Every Wednesday

What time? = Meet at 7:45 for a 8pm start

How much? = FREE!

Every Wednesday, weather permitting, meet at 7:45pm for a 8pm departure in the new Old Market Square (south side, next to the flower bed). Skate lasts around 2.5 hours and always ends at a pub. Bring Jelly Babies.

Weds 9th July STATUS

2008-07-09T17:40:00.000+01:00

Hi all,

The status for tonight is...

No Go :)

Well, I'm not looking forward to my cycle home which means its definetly not a good evening for a skate. See you next week (I hope!).

Where? = Old Market Square, Nottingham

When? = Every Wednesday

What time? = Meet at 7:45 for a 8pm start

How much? = FREE!

Every Wednesday, weather permitting, meet at 7:45pm for a 8pm departure in the new Old Market Square (south side, next to the flower bed). Skate lasts around 2.5 hours and always ends at a pub. Bring Jelly Babies.

Weds 25th June STATUS

2008-06-25T18:15:00.000+01:00

Hi all,

The status for tonight is...

GO :)

Unfortunatly I won't be with you again as I need to be at the inaugurating gathering and clean-up at our new community allotment. Why is everything always on a Wednesday :( . Anyone fancy a change to a Tuesday or Thursday Night Skate! Given the wind, can I suggest a skate along the Trent and then to Ruddington coming back over Clifton bridge, possible swinging past Jubilee campus to ogle at the new spire.

Where? = Old Market Square, Nottingham

When? = Every Wednesday

What time? = Meet at 7:45 for a 8pm start

How much? = FREE!

Every Wednesday, weather permitting, meet at 7:45pm for a 8pm departure in the new Old Market Square (south side, next to the flower bed). Skate lasts around 2.5 hours and always ends at a pub. Bring Jelly Babies.

Weds 18th June 2008 STATUS

2008-06-18T18:15:00.000+01:00

Hi,

At 18:15, the BBC still says...

I think there is a chance it may miss us but it doesn't look hopeful. More convincing is the wind. I did not have a fun cycle home in that and I don't think it would be a fun skate even if the worst of the rain misses.

So that's its still a ...

NO GO :(

If you feel hardy enough, by all means go to the market square but me, I'm sticking to 4 walls and a roof. See you next week :)

Weds 11th June 2008 Route

2008-06-12T08:18:00.003+01:00

Last nights we did the loop around Wollaton Park but tried out some new roads on route. It turned out to be a short skate as rain was threatening so we headed back to The Trip early.

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Weds 11th June STATUS

2008-06-11T17:25:00.000+01:00

Hi all,

The status for tonight is...

Go :)

I will be there this week so see you later.

Where? = Old Market Square, Nottingham

When? = Every Wednesday

What time? = Meet at 7:45 for a 8pm start

How much? = FREE!

Every Wednesday, weather permitting, meet at 7:45pm for a 8pm departure in the new Old Market Square (south side, next to the flower bed). Skate lasts around 2.5 hours and always ends at a pub. Bring Jelly Babies.

Weds 4th June STATUS

2008-06-04T17:30:00.000+01:00

Hi all,

The weathers looking good for tonight, the status is..

Go :)

I can't make it again (will be at a meeting across town), so Jim or another budding volunteer can lead (sorry). Have fun without me.

Where? = Old Market Square, Nottingham

When? = Every Wednesday

What time? = Meet at 7:45 for a 8pm start

How much? = FREE!

Every Wednesday, weather permitting, meet at 7:45pm for a 8pm departure in the new Old Market Square (south side, next to the flower bed). Skate lasts around 2.5 hours and always ends at a pub. Bring Jelly Babies.

Weds 28th May STATUS

2008-05-28T08:03:00.003+01:00

Hi,

The BBC says...

So I say...

NO GO :(

There is just to much wet stuff about and this will let you make other plans.

Sorry. See you next week.

Weds 14th May STATUS

2008-05-14T07:08:00.004+01:00

The status for tonight's skate is...

GO :)

There is no rain forecast but it looks quite a bit cooler than the last few days. BBC (at 5:20 pm) says...

So, a little windy, but I'll plan a route taking account of this. Oh, and remember, the skate now starts at 8pm.

Where? = Old Market Square, Nottingham

When? = Every Wednesday

What time? = Meet at 7:45 for a 8pm start

How much? = FREE!

Every Wednesday, weather permitting, meet at 7:45pm for a 8pm departure in the new Old Market Square (south side, next to the flower bed). Skate lasts around 2.5 hours and always ends at a pub. Bring Jelly Babies.

Weds 7th May 2008 ROUTE

2008-05-11T20:47:00.003+01:00

A special 10.9 miles skate from Hucknall to Nottingham. Left Nottingham Market Square on the tram at the usual time of 8pm, half an hour on the tram and then just over two hours back. Good surfaces all the way and mostly down hill.

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Weds 7th May – Hucknall Tram-Skate - STATUS

2008-05-07T08:00:00.000+01:00

Well, it was postponed from last week, but we now have perfect weather for the

Hucknall to Nottingham Tram assisted skate

The state status is currently ...

GO :)

This week I have something special planned for you all. For a change of scene, and to allow us to cover a larger area than we can on circular routes around Nottingham, we will be skating FROM Hucknall TO the Market Square.

We will meet as usual at the market square at 7:45pm. We will be catching the 8:04 departing Tram (arrives 8:32). ANYONE NOT AT THE SQUARE AND READY TO LEAVE BY 8pm WILL BE LEFT BEHIND. You will need to have your shoes on for the tram ride and the grand sum of £1.50 for the ticket.

This will be an 8 to 10 mile skate aiming to be back in Nottingham sometime between 10 and 10:30pm. In Hucknall there is an outdoor skate park that we will stop at for about 20 minutes (no more – this is a street skate!). Some of you may want pads / helmet for this.

Weds 30th April STATUS

2008-04-30T08:16:00.003+01:00

Hi all,

The weathers not looking at all good for today and tonight, so I give a status of..

NO GO

(its way to unpredictable)

Sorry, but today's forecast is similar to the last few days, and even if it looks dry we are likely to get a downpour mid skate. Hopefully calling a 'no go' now will help you find something else fun to do.

I will re-schedule the Hucknall Tram-Skate for next week.

However, the START TIME HAS CHANGE to 8pm by popular demand to help people get there on time and well fed. For the next two weeks I will be there at 7:30 to catch anyone who turns up at the original time.

Where? = Old Market Square, Nottingham

When? = Every Wednesday

What time? = Meet at 7:45 for a 8pm start

How much? = FREE!

Every Wednesday, weather permitting, meet at 7:45pm for a 8pm departure in the new Old Market Square (south side, next to the flower bed). Skate lasts around 2.5 hours and always ends at a pub. Bring Jelly Babies.

Weds 23rd April 2008 ROUTE

2008-04-25T22:00:00.000+01:00

This was a 13.3 mile skate at a good speed with few stops. Easily the hardest skate we have done so far for the simple reason that we just kept going. This was constant skating for 2hrs followed by a well earned pint.

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Weds 23rd April STATUS

2008-04-23T08:23:00.003+01:00

Hi all,

The weathers looking good for tonight, so I give a status of..

(starts at 8pm)

Where? = Old Market Square, Nottingham

When? = Every Wednesday

What time? = Meet at 7:45 for a 8pm start

How much? = FREE!

Every Wednesday, weather permitting, meet at 7:45pm for a 8pm departure in the new Old Market Square (south side, next to the flower bed). Skate lasts around 2.5 hours and always ends at a pub. Bring Jelly Babies.

Weds 16th April 2008 ROUTE

2008-04-17T08:18:00.003+01:00

Despite the forecast, and heading straight for some very intimidating clouds, luck was with us and we had a nice dry skate covering a distance of 11.36 miles to the edge of Nottingham at Bilborough. As I hoped, Wigman Rd was a good surface, but it was a very long gradual climb (1 mile), that resulted in and nice long descent. We also tried a useful new cut through over the rail track at Radford.

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Weds 16th April STATUS

2008-04-16T07:54:00.003+01:00

Hi all,

The current skate status is...

GO :)

Some rain was 'forcast' but there is no sign of it so far. The skate will be heading towards Bilborough. I recommend having shoes with you in case we have an attack of the April showers! If its a short one we will dive into the nearest pub and than practice our power slides on the way back.

Where? = Old Market Square
When? = Every Wednesday
What time? = Meet at 19:15 for a 19:30 start
How much? = FREE!

Every Wednesday during the summer, weather permitting, meet at 7:15pm for a 7:30pm departure in the new Old Market Square (south side, next to the flower bed). Skate lasts around 2.5 hours. Bring Jelly Babies.

ALL SKATES SO FAR in 2008

2008-04-15T08:41:00.006+01:00

This is all of our skates so far in 2008. As you can see we tend to head south where its flatter along the valley. This week I will be heading North West towards Wollaton.

Weds 9th April 2008 Route

2008-04-15T08:37:00.003+01:00

Hi,

And here is last weeks route. I tried to join bits of lots of our regular routes into one. Felt a bit random but seemed to workout ok.

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Weds 2nd April 2008 Route

2008-04-15T08:06:00.003+01:00

Hi,

Sorry for the late posting of this route.

This was a nice long skate to Attenborough and back. Quite fast at times with some good (and some bad) surfaces.

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Wednesday 9th April STATUS

2008-04-09T08:08:00.005+01:00

Hi all,

I have had reports that the roads are drying, so I'm posting a...

GO!

Be prepared to end up in a pub though! :)

Where? = Old Market Square
When? = Every Wednesday
What time? = Meet at 19:15 for a 19:30 start
How much? = FREE!

Every Wednesday during the summer, weather permitting, meet at 7:15pm for a 7:30pm departure in the new Old Market Square (south side, next to the flower bed). Skate lasts around 2.5 hours. Bring Jelly Babies.

Wednesday 2nd April STATUS

2008-04-02T07:24:00.005+01:00

Hi all,

The status of todays skate is...

GO :)

Fingers crossed there will still be some light when we start this week. It will soon get dark though so don't forget your high vis.

Where? = Old Market Square
When? = Every Wednesday
What time? = Meet at 19:15 for a 19:30 start
How much? = FREE!

Every Wednesday during the summer, weather permitting, meet at 7:15pm for a 7:30pm departure in the new Old Market Square (south side, next to the flower bed). Skate lasts around 2.5 hours. Bring Jelly Babies.

Wednesday 26th March STATUS

2008-03-25T21:54:00.004Z

Hi all,

The status of the last Wednesday skate before the clocks go forward is...

RAIN = NO GO :(

This skate may contain more hills than is usual, but I will pick a route at the time that will suite the abilities of those who can make it.

Where? = Old Market Square
When? = Every Wednesday
What time? = Meet at 19:15 for a 19:30 start
How much? = FREE!

Every Wednesday during the summer, weather permitting, meet at 7:15pm for a 7:30pm departure in the new Old Market Square (south side, next to the flower bed). Skate lasts around 2.5 hours. Bring Jelly Babies.

Wednesday 19th March Route

2008-03-25T21:53:00.001Z

Hi All,

Sorry for the late post. I did this map last week, but forgot to post it!

The skate was a nice long one on a clear night. We found a few new cut throughs as well which is always good. This route is highly recommeneded.

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Wednesday 19th March STATUS

2008-03-19T17:35:00.001Z

Hi all,

The status of this weeks skate is...

GO GO GO

Where? = Old Market Square
When? = Every Wednesday
What time? = Meet at 19:15 for a 19:30 start
How much? = FREE!

Every Wednesday during the summer, weather permitting, meet at 7:15pm for a 7:30pm departure in the new Old Market Square (south side, next to the flower bed). Skate lasts around 2.5 hours. Bring Jelly Babies.

Weds 12th March 2008

2008-03-12T16:17:00.004Z

The biggest storms of the year across the country, but in Nottingham, no rain was forecast the roads where dry, so we had a... GO

Bit was a bit windy mind you, but us northerners, hard as nails! Despite one fall with Crazy Dave getting over excited on a hill and a bit indecision on the route (I'll be less democratic next time!) by far the best bit was catching the wind on the long return straight down University Boulevard and Canal street. Lots of speed with little effort.

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NottinghamSkaters chitter chater

2008-03-10T23:56:00.003Z

and.. for those who want to get more involved with what's going on the largest discussions groups relating to the Nottingham WNS can be found on Facebook. Just search for the NottinghamSkaters group and say hi.

Oh, and THE place to go for all respected skate obsessed people is of cause the SerpentineRoad forum. This is a London based site that is not to be missed. These guys will be able to answer any of your skating questions no matter how obscure...

www.serpentineroad.com

THE DETAILS

2008-03-10T23:53:00.001Z

Oh, forgot to mention...!

Where? = Old Market Square
When? = Every Wednesday; next skate is 12/03/08
What time? = Meet at 19:15 for a 19:30 start
How much? = FREE!

Every Wednesday during the summer, weather permitting, meet at 7:15pm for a 7:30pm departure in the new Old Market Square (south side, on the benches opposite the tram station). Skate lasts around 2.5 hours. Bring Jelly Babies.

Weds 5th March 2008 Route

2008-03-10T23:01:00.005Z

To start the year I planned a nice easy skate with no hills and some exploring around West Bridgford. Now this mostly went to plan having now found some nice new cut-through's, but it was longer than I hoped at nearly 10 miles.

Each week I intend to post a route map of the actual route taken. If your lucky, I may even post some maps of intended route for the next week. I am at least hoping to let you know in advance the direction / area , rough length and hilliness that I'm aiming for. No guarantees though this is still meant to be a make it up as I go affair for now.

So here was the route we took with a few mile markers and photos...

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2008-03-10T22:32:00.003Z

Hello and welcome to the virtual home of the Nottingham Wednesday Night Skate. Look here for all the latest news and information about the skates including Go / No Go statuses and route maps.

Please bare with me while I get this page established. I'm busy getting the content established first and having to work out the best ways to present this to you so apologies if this doesn't look particularly jazzy yet.

I have plenty of ideas to tell you about over the coming weeks and months so watch this space!

Obviously, your feedback is welcome so please get in touch if you have any comments.

Cheers

Lance :)