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FreeStock is a bunch of volunteers getting together in a field for a bit of a blather. So far it's happened eight times, in the summers of 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 and 2016.


Further details can be found at https://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/FreeStock-Cafe/info
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FreeStock is a bunch of volunteers getting together in a field for a bit of a blather.  Further details can be found at https://discourse.ilovefreegle.org/c/freestock


====2022 - Freestock 12====
Held in Hertford 12th-14th August.  A Safari Tent was booked so people could stay in it if they wished and it could serve as a hub for the gathering.  This didn't quite work to plan as there was a heatwave and chairs/food were moved around following shaded areas instead.  A new dog visited with Freegle's Reading and Chitchat moderator.
====2020 and 2021====
Cancelled due to Corona Virus.
====2019====
Back to Hertfordshire in July where we benefited from a glamping tent booked by one of the party. Two new dogs visited in the company of Freegle's Havering moderator.
====2018====
   
   
Held in August at Clitheroe in an attempt to increase attendance from the north of the British Isles. This was only partially successful though it was a pleasure to meet three people (and one dog) who had not been before.
It’s a lovely little town, and we enjoyed ourselves despite the traditional Lancashire weather.
====2017====
====2017====
Held in Hertford on the weekend of 12th and 13th August.  See below for information about the venue, as it was decided to use it again for this year.
Held in Hertford on the weekend of 12th and 13th August.
 
Drop in and visit for a short while, or stay longer either on the campsite or at nearby accommodation.  If you are booking on the site please say you are part of Jean Quinn's party and quote Ref 16275408.


====2016====
====2016====


'''This year, 2016, it is being held on 15th-18th July''' and the '''venue once again is Hertford'''
Freestock 2016 was held on 15th-18th July and the venue once again was Hertford  


It is local to Train stations, and not too far from London.
====2015====


You can book for a night or longer, or just visit and stay for a day.
FreeStock 2015 was held from Friday the 17th of July from 4.30pm until Sunday the 19th at the Hertford Campsite: http://www.campingandcaravanningclub.co.uk/campsites/uk/hertfordshire/hertford/hertford


It is suitable for wheelchairs.
====2014====


'''FreeStock 2016''' is being held from 4.30pm on Friday the 15th of July until Monday the 18th, although if you’d just like to pop along for a few hours to chat you will be most welcome. 
FreeStock​ 2014 ​was held from​ ​Friday the​ ​18th of July from 4.30pm until 10am on​ ​Tues​​day the 21st​ ​of July. The location was the Hertford Campsite.


It is an informal social get-together for volunteers from all reuse groups (Freegle, Freecycle & others), and their families and friends.  If you know volunteers who are not on Central, or those from other recycling networks, please do invite them along. 
====2013====


There are B&B’s and hotels nearby in and around Hertford if camping doesn't appeal.  You can get accommodation information from Hertford Tourist Information or Trip Advisor.
Freestock 2013 was held on 9th, 10th 11th & 12th August 2013 at Beechwood Park, Elvaston, Derby, DE72 3EQ


'''
Camping'''
====2012====


The site is beautiful, with excellent facilities including disabled access. 
Freesock 2012 was held from Friday 3rd August to Sunday 12th August, at Beechwood Park, Elvaston, Derby.
It has some "Glamping tents" that are set up for you. 


All you need to know is on the FreeStock Cafe (https://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/FreeStock-Cafe/info).  If it isn’t, then please just ask on there.
====2011====


Day visitors will be warmly welcomed and there is no cost for them.
Held at Beechwood Park, Elvaston, Derby on 8th - 10th July 2011.


Campers, please book direct and say that you are with the  group booked by Dee Moss so that they can put us all in the same area.
====2010====


'''Travelling'''
Freestock was held at Baggeridge Country Park nr Birmingham, Friday 9th to Sunday 11th July 2010. It was a mainly Freegle event, but other moderator friends were also invited and attended.


Hertford is easy to get to as it has two railway stations (Hertford North is 35 mins from London Kings Cross, Hertford East is for Liverpool Street trains)
====2009 - Freestock 1====
It is also near to major routes, so from the south take the M25 and then the A1M or the A10 North for 10 mins to the junctions for Hertford.  If approaching from the North get to the A1M and turn off at Hatfield along the A414 to Hertford.


The inaugural Freestock was held at Baggeridge Country Park, Gospel End, Sedley, Dudley, West Midands, DY3 4HB.
At that time, it was planned as a Freecycle event but, in the time between the planning and the event, difficulties were becoming very apparent in the UK with Freecycle.  Deron was invited but didn't attend, despite having his expenses offered to be paid. 




Latest revision as of 08:22, 21 September 2022

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FreeStock is a bunch of volunteers getting together in a field for a bit of a blather. Further details can be found at https://discourse.ilovefreegle.org/c/freestock

2022 - Freestock 12

Held in Hertford 12th-14th August. A Safari Tent was booked so people could stay in it if they wished and it could serve as a hub for the gathering. This didn't quite work to plan as there was a heatwave and chairs/food were moved around following shaded areas instead. A new dog visited with Freegle's Reading and Chitchat moderator.

2020 and 2021

Cancelled due to Corona Virus.

2019

Back to Hertfordshire in July where we benefited from a glamping tent booked by one of the party. Two new dogs visited in the company of Freegle's Havering moderator.

2018

Held in August at Clitheroe in an attempt to increase attendance from the north of the British Isles. This was only partially successful though it was a pleasure to meet three people (and one dog) who had not been before. It’s a lovely little town, and we enjoyed ourselves despite the traditional Lancashire weather.

2017

Held in Hertford on the weekend of 12th and 13th August.

2016

Freestock 2016 was held on 15th-18th July and the venue once again was Hertford

2015

FreeStock 2015 was held from Friday the 17th of July from 4.30pm until Sunday the 19th at the Hertford Campsite: http://www.campingandcaravanningclub.co.uk/campsites/uk/hertfordshire/hertford/hertford

2014

FreeStock​ 2014 ​was held from​ ​Friday the​ ​18th of July from 4.30pm until 10am on​ ​Tues​​day the 21st​ ​of July. The location was the Hertford Campsite.

2013

Freestock 2013 was held on 9th, 10th 11th & 12th August 2013 at Beechwood Park, Elvaston, Derby, DE72 3EQ

2012

Freesock 2012 was held from Friday 3rd August to Sunday 12th August, at Beechwood Park, Elvaston, Derby.

2011

Held at Beechwood Park, Elvaston, Derby on 8th - 10th July 2011.

2010

Freestock was held at Baggeridge Country Park nr Birmingham, Friday 9th to Sunday 11th July 2010. It was a mainly Freegle event, but other moderator friends were also invited and attended.

2009 - Freestock 1

The inaugural Freestock was held at Baggeridge Country Park, Gospel End, Sedley, Dudley, West Midands, DY3 4HB.

At that time, it was planned as a Freecycle event but, in the time between the planning and the event, difficulties were becoming very apparent in the UK with Freecycle. Deron was invited but didn't attend, despite having his expenses offered to be paid.


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