Wow that's a long thread...
Firstly wanted to say a massive thanks to Daman, Dibley and Steve for organising and running everything as well as everyone else who helped out (there were loads of people) As usual I couldn't remember everyones names but I'm sure I'll get there in the end I also wanted to say thanks to everyone I spoke to as we were (as always) made to feel very welcome.
Zoe and I had an awesome weekend and I'm sure we'll be going again next year.
The actual site was awesome, right on the sea with loads of toilet and shower facilities (although sometimes cold) We went and sat on the breakers on Sat night watching the sea come in while watching the fireworks and listening to christmas songs (very weird) The weather was awesome which helped. Was great to meet loads of new faces and some old ones - the members really made this event for us.
TBH,I was a bit dissapointed with the causeway onto the island - after everything ppl had said before the event I had built it up in my mind to be some giant wave-washed wall surrounded by ocean spray and covered in half an inch of water... but it turned out in reality to be a very dry road
As far as the problems went...
The food and drink issue (money) was dealt with very quickly and there was never really a lack of either.
The camping issue could have been a problem but our speedy aquisition of the assualt course camp site made for an awesome change from the norm.
the mix up with the plot was annoying but we extended it on the Saturday which helped loads, hopefully problems like that will be resolved next year.
I agree about the Location... it's too far south but until something better shows up Mersea is a good venue...
Only real problem was the turnout. People took offence to the relocation, date change late planning of the event etc. which is understandable.
I think this prob sums up why most people didn't turn up...