A camp for BSA's will be held at The Adare Camping Park 10th-12th of may 2024, previously this was a Royal Enfield camp and is also open the the RE folks also. The site is approximately a mile and half from Adare. It is a well run site with good facilities and the owner is a classic motorcycle rider named Hugh, in previous years he has organised the Saturday ride-out for us.
This is the first BSA camp in Ireland that I have set up but have organised camps and rallies in the past number of years for the Royal Enfielder's Ireland group.
I look forward to meeting a few more BSA owners.
Janner Fox.
Hi Janner,
Thanks for letting us know about this. I think that this could be first for a weekend in Ireland. We are provisionally looking at the logistics of this.
Dave.
We also have the Royal Enfielder's Ireland camp/rally event at Powers the Pot Clonmel in August 9th-11th this is open to and encourage BSA owners to attend. We had quite a few BSA owners over the years.
Janner.
Quote from: Janner Fox on 30 Jan, 2024, 21:34
A camp for BSA's will be held at The Adare Camping Park 10th-12th of may 2024, previously this was a Royal Enfield camp and is also open the the RE folks also. The site is approximately a mile and half from Adare. It is a well run site with good facilities and the owner is a classic motorcycle rider named Hugh, in previous years he has organised the Saturday ride-out for us.
This is the first BSA camp in Ireland that I have set up but have organised camps and rallies in the past number of years for the Royal Enfielder's Ireland group.
I look forward to meeting a few more BSA owners.
Janner Fox.
Hi Janner, I am looking into attending this. 👍🏻
This is the website and contact number for the Camp site.
https://www.adarecamping.com/
I'm keen on this, didn't get to the Midlands last year when doing end to end.
May is usually the best time weather wise.
Just got to sort out domestic arrangements.
Hopefully can ride over with others.
Bike choice might be made for me; what's the view on coming on the WM20 wrt historic sensitivities?
Hi Janner,
Can you tell us the format for the weekend?
I see that the campsite does not have any catering or shop. Is there somewhere to gather together on the site as there does not seem to be a pub nearby. Also, do we have to book directly with the campsite?
Dave.
We're gonna need a bigger tent...... ;)
Perhaps we could all take umbrellas?
Dave.
Adare is a small town approximately 1.5 miles away with off-licences take aways and pubs with food. This site is the closest and was used as a camp for the Royal Enfielder's Ireland for the last four years. On Saturday morning we have a ride out of approximately 50-60 miles and lunch stop. A BSA Royal Enfield dealer is in Adare and would be included in the ride out for those who desire.
It is best to book directly with the site as this avoids confusion.
It is quite an informal camp and hopefully be the first of many and a chance to meet new and old friends.
Hi Janner,
Thanks for the info.
Is there anywhere on the site that we could use for socialising in the evening to save the walk to and from the pub? If not could a small marquee be put up?
Some of us thinking of attending may have difficulties walking to and from the pub.
Dave.
Hi,
Just did a bit of research and the cost of a taxi from the campsite to Adare could only cost about £40 return for 8 people so about £5 each. Something to consider.
Dave.
The setup at Adare Camping Park sounds top-notch, especially with Hugh knowing his stuff and all. I bet that Saturday ride-out is gonna be a blast for everyone involved. And hey, even though it's your first go at a BSA camp in Ireland, your past experience wrangling Royal Enfield events should give you a solid edge.
Quote from: Dean Southall on 14 Feb, 2024, 12:46
I'm keen on this, didn't get to the Midlands last year when doing end to end.
May is usually the best time weather wise.
Just got to sort out domestic arrangements.
Hopefully can ride over with others.
Bike choice might be made for me; what's the view on coming on the WM20 wrt historic sensitivities?
Dean I may Join you need to look at the logistics and Dates. Will give you a call.
Jason
Ferry booked, campsite booked, servicing bike.
looking forward to it ;D
Sorry for the late reply folks,
We have in previous years here with the Royal Enfielders Ireland stayed on site in the evenings and brought our own drinks food etc from the village. We were always lucky with the weather but a campers kitchen with seating available. We meet up on the Friday evening for a informal get together and welcome new arrivals, get to know each other in the evening and night. Saturday ride out usually about 11am normally Hugh kindly arranges the ride out but if not available myself or another familiar with the locality takes this on. We use the second man drop back system! A lunch stop on the ride out, we are usually back at the BSA Royal Enfield dealer (Sprocket and Hub's by 3.30-4pm. Some may chose to go to the village for takeaway later or cook there own food. The evening can be enjoyed by the fire pit for social gathering. The site like most in Ireland has a respectful level of communication by 11pm.
Myself and others of the group look forward to meeting with you all.
Janner.
Thanks for the update Janner. I'm looking forward to it :D
Hi,
It will be a last minute decision for us as only one bike running at the moment but that may change over the weekend.
Dave.
The ride out is sorted for Saturday morning, leaving the campsite at 11am lunch stop on the ride out. Second rider drop off system used, Chris Davidson of Sprocket and Hubs is leader I will be tail end Charlie.
Thank you to the members of the BSAOC who managed to get to the event and support us. The weekend was a great success with beautiful bikes, lovely people, top class site, ride out ant beautiful weather.
Hopefully this will be the first of many.
Janner.
Hi,
Sorry we could not make it this time. Despite every effort the bikes were not in time so definitely next time.
Dave.
Hi Dave,
Sorry you couldn't make it, we will be back next year.
Janner.