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Ok, according to some past family rumours and in-depth family history studies I carried out about 18 years ago,........I was amazed to find out that Im related to the old established "Brock`s Fireworks" company/family via my great great grand father (John Brock b1817), occupation - `firework artist` (on a marriage certificate).
My firework hobbies/ambitions are as follows ;-
1, To one day devise/reconfigure some new types of fireworks that involve balloons, parachutes, spinning/flying devices etc which could be partly re-usable.
2, Help to contribute to the debate to create a small affordable firework manufacturing license in the UK thats geared for hobbyist pyro makers.
3, To see if its possible to create a national firework school with professional qualifications in firework making.
4, Helped dismantle Wells factory firework making sheds for transport to Amberley museum = achieved.
5, To establish a permanent firework exhibition at a museum site. = Underway at Amberley
6, To find some old intact firework compositions from yester-year. = Achieved (donated to the UKPS)
7, To see if its possible to work with local authorities and introduce legislation to create designated public spaces for families to let-off Cat 2&3 fireworks where back gardens are sometimes to small.
My particular pyro interests are;
Back Garden Displays = to keep this tradition alive for future generations and create new interesting ideas in this field along with incorporating stage effects for enjoyment & safety, and of course bonfires, I particularly like the old fireworks from the 1960`/70`s where I would love to see some of the banned stuff re- introduced in a safer more practical way which is possible & achievable.
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In Topic: Las Fallas (valencia) 2017
02 October 2016 - 05:07 AM
In Topic: Las Fallas (valencia) 2017
29 September 2016 - 02:57 AM
We are flying from Humberside as it is only a 10 minute drive from my house. The turn around in Amsterdam is about an hour and the flight times are very sensible. depart 10:40 and return 17:10.
I am sure similar routes (at the same times) are available from lots of local airports as KLM fly to many of the small airports in the UK.
Not sure what the normal price of the tickets are, I booked them through my frequent flyer card and they were about £70 for the return trip.
The only issue is there are no flights on the 15th, which is not a problem for us as we are going out there on the 11th as we may go and visit some friends who are about an hour south of Valencia.
Thats handy being only 10 minutes from your local airport + sensible daytime flight & turnaround times and a good price (even though its not direct).
Ive potentially found a return easyjet flight for the dates Im proposing for around the same price (as I live in the Romford Essex area), but Im won`t disclose details yet or book unless I get confirmation that more people want to go on this trip.
Have you got a back up hotel in mind if there are no takers for the penthouse (other than portfire)?.
In Topic: Las Fallas (valencia) 2017
28 September 2016 - 07:16 AM
Thank you Portfire
Only three places (double bedrooms left)
Has anyone found some cheap flights yet?
In Topic: Las Fallas (valencia) 2017
26 September 2016 - 09:58 AM
Sorry here is the link ;- https://www.homeaway.co.uk/p895709
In Topic: Las Fallas (valencia) 2017
26 September 2016 - 09:57 AM
Nice one Gareth + Misses,
Here is the link to the apartment/penthouse I have in mind, its about the best I can find, and is situated in downtown Valencia near to the cultural & cathedral areas - tell me what you guys/gals think? or if you fancy a apartment elsewhere? or you want to book your own smaller/private accommodations on your own?
As most of you know guys, almost all accommodation during Las Fallas gets booked up very quickly, and prices rise at least threefold compared to other weeks = so its in our interest to book within the next 4 weeks!
Please note, if we get a total of six persons to go (or to occupy the four remaining bedrooms), I would welcome a meeting to book up online there and then in front of everyone (so I won`t take any monies from anyone) - also please note;- its also your responsibility to book your own flights from wherever you are in the UK.
So come on guys, this is a once in a lifetime opportunity!
Keith
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