Date   : Tue, 25 Aug 2009 09:45:48 +0100
From   : robert@... (Rob)
Subject: Acorn World @ Retro Reunited: Revised Floor-plan

On 25/08/2009, Dave Moore <dllm@...> wrote:
> Hi
>
> Have noted everybody's comments/concerns re: the cramped layout and have
> made
> some fundamental changes to the floorplan, which results in significantly
> more
> space between and around most stalls:
> http://www.acornworld.co.uk/prep/AcornWorld2009_Floorplan_20090824_Provisional.png

That does look a lot less cramped - I think the problem before was
mainly in the corners, where people in front of each exhibit would be
bumping into each other.


>
> Also, in order to satisfy the clear demand for additional Econet stations, I
> propose that we create a secondary Econet area in the lobby (which is

Excellent ... just need some long cable to reach there :-) ..

>
> The 'Econet Island' (inside the Emley Suite) would be maintained, however,
> it
> would only contain one fileserver and 4 x Beebs (three for Caver, one for
> general admin and demonstrations). Though I am still looking for someone to
> volunteer a Caver setup!

I think we've got plenty of machines volunteered, but nobody has
enough to do the lot, is that right?   I've definitely got a couple of
spares, but not enough for this, not with doing the bbs as well..  Is
there somebody who actually knows how cave works that can take on
setting this up with other peoples' machines?





>
> The 'homebrew programmers area' is no more, but the coders can just
> commandeer
> one of the [newly reinstated] 'chill out' tables next to the bar, and rig
> their laptops up there.
>
> Anyway, I'm confident that this new, spacious layout - coupled with the
> introduction of the [external] Econet area - should provide ample space for
> all attendees to enjoy the Acorn show in comfort.
>
> Lastly, please bear in mind that the cost of hiring the extra space plus
> associated expenses (van hire, guest hotel rooms/meals etc) are being
> covered
> entirely by myself and Gary Forrest (provider of web space for STH). We
> don't
> receive anything from ticket sales, as that goes into the Retro Reunited
> pot.
> But if folks want a bigger venue then you are of course more than welcome to
> hire out the Olympia for the next Beeb meet. :P
>
> --Dave
>
>
>
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