SFX Weekender 2010

[PokerKitten]

JB is gonna be there too They have neglected to mention that JM is doing Friday only, which begs the question - is JB doing the whole event?

Captain Jack and Captain John reunite at the SFX Weekender! Yes, the live SFX experience returns and this time it'll be the evolution of the convention.

As the first fan event of its kind in the UK – the SFX Weekender, which takes place over the weekend of 5 and 6 February 2010 at Pontins in Camber Sands in Sussex, promises the ultimate sci-fi experience with activities for fans – with book readings, big name guests, interviews, Q&A sessions, comic workshops, with videogaming, music and plenty more at one of the UK’s best-loved holiday camps (and Doctor Who fans can pretend they’re re-enacting "Delta And The Bannermen")

With a full line-up to be announced over coming months, sci-fi legends John Barrowman (Doctor Who, Torchwood) and James Marsters (Angel, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Torchwood) are already signed to appear at the SFX Weekender. Also confirmed are:

• Doctor Who scribe Paul Cornell
• Novelists China Mieville and Robert Rankin

Exhibitors and supporters include Manga, Forbidden Planet International, Tor, Gollancz, Diamond Comics Distribution and 2000AD.

Fans going to the SFX Weekender will get the chance to fully immerse themselves in the sci-fi culture which made SFX Europe’s bestselling genre magazine and leading website. Fans can get themselves written into a comic strip, get into discussion with their favourite author, chill out at the anime café, get digital art tips, or be amongst the first to see exclusive screenings of film and shows.

The SFX Weekender also includes the announcement of the annual SFX Awards – counting votes from thousands of fans for their favourite shows, movies, games, books, comics and stars of 2009.

Dave Bradley , Editor of SFX said:

“Over the years, sci-fi and fantasy fans have asked us to put on a live event, and we’re delighted to announce the all-new SFX Weekender. This will be an unforgettable event, and we look forward to bringing the magazine to life with guests and activities from all areas of our universe. We want to bring loads of enthusiasts together to celebrate this vibrant scene with a taste of what makes SFX the world's number one sci-fi magazine and website.”

Full-line up details and timetable will be announced over coming months at www.sfxweekender.com. Tickets cost £85 per person and include two nights accommodation with entry into all arenas. Tickets are on sale now at the www.sfxweekender.com website, or by calling 08700 110034. Kids under 12 go for free.

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Great that Rankin is going to be there

[blackwhiterose]

Did I read that right? There are two nights accommodation include in the entryprice?
Wow not bad.

[nightnurse]

That price for accommodation only stands if you can find 7 other people to share with , doesn't include any auto or photo costs , and remember , JM will only be there for a short time on Friday only . Plus , there's no guarantee JB will even be there on the same day ...so if you have no interest in the other stuff they will have it sounds very expensive for just a few hours with your favourites

[Cal]

I think I'll be passing on this one. As much as I love JM, I just can't justify paying that much. I'll have to wait and see what else he has planned.

[Pluto7077]

JB now I'm torn

Forget that after checking prices. I was hoping they may do day tickets as it's probably drivable, but doesn't appear that they do.

[wrigglerosie]

Ouch - those prices are bad!! - even if there was 8 of you sharing, its still pretty steep - as Pontins aint exactly luxury and imagine 8 women trying to share one bathroom!!

(and Ive just been reading the reviews from the link NN gave and - oo-er )

Not everyone will stand for a chalet, - what about people who want to stay in comfort - and what if you live there?? Surely there must be tickets witout accomodation. And where do the guests stay??

My thought would be to get 8 people together and get a chalet together, see James and then either stay there for one night or shoot on up to London ready for whatever came next - its the only way it would be worth doing it!

[PokerKitten]

Gareth's been announced

GDL, JB and JM running amock at Pontins... ;D

[Rainbow]

its getting more tempting now....

[Pluto7077]

Soooooooooo tempting. My three favorite people

Does anyone know if Day Passes are available? Anyone who can navigate websites more efficiently than me

[PokerKitten]

Earlier in the thread I think we established not, Pluto. HOWEVER, people have been asking for day passes on the forum and this is the response:

Its all down to a capacity balance on site, residents vs H and S. At the moment we can release 50 day passes only, it will be 50 GBP per person, one day and 100 for two days, these are subject to availability and can only be booked by ringing Fleur at the call centre on 08700 110034

The full ticket info is HERE. You can now pay a 50% deposit, instead of it all upfront. They give a through breakdown of prices for the different ranges (budget, classic, VIP), so 2 people sharing at basic looks to work out as £145 each for the weekend - accommodation and events.

[Pluto7077]

Wish I knew what James is planning for the Saturday

[Pluto7077]

Sorry about the double post but just checked the guest list and James Moran and Phill Ford are there too

Rainbow , please come with me, I so have to go

[Rainbow]

oops

[PokerKitten]

Should we assume that Pluto and Rainbow have succumbed? ;D

[Pluto7077]

Just couldn't resist, the lure of the guys was too strong And the VIP tickets are a really good deal

Honestly, the money I spend on these cons would send me on a nice holiday but these are much more fun

[Ditto]

Should we assume that Pluto and Rainbow have succumbed?

I don't think we'd be wrong in assuming that. Way to go gels.

[Rainbow]

and we get free wifi so if my laptops recovered form the wine incident there'll be lots of reporting!

[PokerKitten]

Yay, I love that you two are con junkies now, sallying forth where a PK can't ;D Pluto, they are holidays really, just lots of 'em in bite sized chunks

[Rainbow]

Jul 24, 2009 10:24:46 GMT PokerKitten said:

Yay, I love that you two are con junkies now, sallying forth where a PK can't ;D Pluto, they are holidays really, just lots of 'em in bite sized chunks

[Pluto7077]

at Hub 3 I said to Gareth that Pontins at Camber Sands seems a bit sureal. He agreed and said he is supposed to be giving one of the SFX awards He seemed a bit daunted by this