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Swingfields Guest List Part 8! 7 still wasn't wasn't the last!
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Have heard that there may be issues with 1 part of the A 40 due to bridge repairs |
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over a year ago
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Car packed. Breakfast done. Shower now and on our way. See you there all. |
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A417 just closed. Horrific accident |
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"Don't forget to come say hi to the Wyrd Sisters - we have cake!
Oh and predatory tendencies
But still, five kinds of cake
Ahh bugger, we only baked 3 cakes, we're clearly amateurs. "
Camp near us, join in the predation and then we'll have 8 kinds of cake!!!
Mwahahahahaaaaa we'll be unstoppable |
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How I'm wishing he had got the day off work today and I could have joined you instead of twidling my thumbs waiting for tomorrow. It will be a long 24 hrs |
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"How I'm wishing he had got the day off work today and I could have joined you instead of twidling my thumbs waiting for tomorrow. It will be a long 24 hrs "
Same as us but the party really starts Friday at 12 |
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"A417 just closed. Horrific accident "
Not good |
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"A417 just closed. Horrific accident
Not good "
Where abouts is it closed?
All cakes need to be left at the gate tent |
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"A417 just closed. Horrific accident
Not good
Where abouts is it closed?
All cakes need to be left at the gate tent "
Signs on the m5 from saying the a40 closed after a38 |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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M6 southbound closed jct 12-10a. Longqueues back past jct 13 |
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over a year ago
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"Don't forget to come say hi to the Wyrd Sisters - we have cake!
Oh and predatory tendencies
But still, five kinds of cake
Ahh bugger, we only baked 3 cakes, we're clearly amateurs. "
Yay. Who needs the WI tea tent |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Major crash & delays junction 12 M6 guys x try diversion |
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"A417 just closed. Horrific accident
Not good
Where abouts is it closed?
All cakes need to be left at the gate tent "
I'm really crap and have no idea. Was only diverted out about 15 mins then joined back on. Was the worst accident I have eve seen.
but I'm here now xxx |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Travel safe everyone. Can't wait till we set off tomorrow. Xx |
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"How I'm wishing he had got the day off work today and I could have joined you instead of twidling my thumbs waiting for tomorrow. It will be a long 24 hrs "
Us two. Feeling a bit frustrated we can't go today! |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Highways agency are saying M6 southbound jct12-10a will be closed until at least 3pm. Not moved for 20mins so far |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Come off at J13 (if not already passed) head toward Wolverhampton & it's diverts you back on to M6 then M5 x |
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By *RUBYXCouple
over a year ago
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"Major crash & delays junction 12 M6 guys x try diversion "
Come off junction 15 if you can, follow A34 to Stafford then follow ring road round Wolverhampton take A4123 brings you out junction 2 M5 x |
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Can take toll rd down to m42 then head back to m5 |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Already passed jct13 |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Already passed jct13 "
Oh Ek hun x well say you a spot x |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Already passed jct13
Oh Ek hun x well say you a spot x "
Thanks, I've got a torch for setting up in the dark lol x. |
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If you're coming southbound on the m5 don't come off for a40 cos it's got a bridge closed. The diversion is fine but lengthy.
Stay on the m5 till (I think) the a38 exit. |
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"If you're coming southbound on the m5 don't come off for a40 cos it's got a bridge closed. The diversion is fine but lengthy.
Stay on the m5 till (I think) the a38 exit."
Thanks for that tip.
Have a great night tonight. We are coming tomorrow. |
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By *mmag2bCouple
over a year ago
walsall |
Cant believe i have brought my camping cooker ... picked up a gas bottle on the way and the connector is the wrong one! Cant do any cooking or even make a brew! Ahhh .. oh well! No good complaining! X |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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not going to get there until 9pm |
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Omg traffic and roads is SHITE!!!! M20 shut, M2 chaos, M25 crap, M4 crap.... 4 hours in and still a way to go |
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Emma2 what connector do u need - i may have w male 1/2 to male 5/8!
Or find me and i may have the adapter needed in my van!!!
M5 north from bristol is fine..
There in 30 mins!
Tent erectors are u ready,
I have a van and a 12 man tent,
Not bad for a single bloke haha |
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By *mmag2bCouple
over a year ago
walsall |
CLint .. i have no idea what adaptor it is.. my cooker looks like it pushes onto an locks on the bottle but the bottle looks like it needs a screw on one?? Im useless. If you spot us shout up... i have a girl clown tattoed on my thigh xx we brown tent directly behind the main tent xx (phone dyin too) xx |
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Folks, the drink to go for is a 50/50.
First go to the 'Natural Ice' van and then to the 'Big Red Bus Bar'
You'll get s fruit Granita first then the bar will put the booze in it.
It's the one to get!! |
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over a year ago
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"Cant believe i have brought my camping cooker ... picked up a gas bottle on the way and the connector is the wrong one! Cant do any cooking or even make a brew! Ahhh .. oh well! No good complaining! X"
We've done exactly to same.
If anyone has a butane push fit regulator they could bring and we could buy that would be awesome!! |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Soon be there x come and find the tipi of love drop in for a drink and a BJ! |
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By *yrdwomanWoman
over a year ago
Putting the 'cum' in Eboracum |
Wahoo first hangover of the weekend . Excellent fun already |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Make sure everyone coming today brings sun cream and coats and umbrellas as you don't know what your gunna need next lol |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Nearly at Gloucester station |
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The sun is shining, we've donned our bikinis (or nothing in some cases) pressed play on the cheesy pop and lolling in the sunshine - it's a hard life at swingfields! |
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By *aysmitMan
over a year ago
walsall |
Just arrived first time here looks great xx |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Hope to arrive by 6 tonight.
Hoping we can use a generator from someone as our double inflatable bed is mains power only. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Are many wearing black tie for the charity casino event tonight? |
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By *ed14Couple
over a year ago
Yorkshire |
"Hope to arrive by 6 tonight.
Hoping we can use a generator from someone as our double inflatable bed is mains power only."
Come find us at the big blue tent, next door to Harry's bird flag, got a generator you can use, |
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By *ed14Couple
over a year ago
Yorkshire |
First night was a blast and today looks like going to be an awesome day and night |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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I have the smallest one here. I mean tent |
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By *not69Man
over a year ago
Lancashire |
For those of you on your way here..... It's awesome. You in for a treat xx |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Thank you. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Hope to arrive by 6 tonight.
Hoping we can use a generator from someone as our double inflatable bed is mains power only.
Come find us at the big blue tent, next door to Harry's bird flag, got a generator you can use, "
Thank you |
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The jelly wrestling was epic!
Although some of the guys took it really seriously |
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By *andS66Couple
over a year ago
Derby |
For those of you on your way, bring a shower with you. ... there's only 4 working here at the moment.. |
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"For those of you on your way, bring a shower with you. ... there's only 4 working here at the moment.."
ALL sorted now |
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Great night last night, can't wait for the finale tonight |
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To all you late comers check the travel news, as we've heard rumours of an accident on the A40 as well as the bridge repairs |
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Pimms hasn't got any alocoshol in has it?
Glorious sunshine all day here. |
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Have had a fantastic time at SF - look forward to seeing you all again next year!
Now where's my bed for some much needed sleep......
Zzzzzzzzz
Xx |
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By *yrdwomanWoman
over a year ago
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That was an excellent weekend. Thank you all for organising a fab time |
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"The jelly wrestling was epic!
Although some of the guys took it really seriously "
Oh I totally did! I had a bad back and thought, I'm going to win this and prove I'm not a spaz! Lol |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Another cracking weekend we were lucky with the weather too tried a bit of fetish stuff may try some more lol see you all soon
RandDxx |
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im guilty of that...too much of a competitive nature i guess |
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By *uzzbuzzCouple
over a year ago
guildford |
Wow bigger, better and banging! Thank you from the Santonesse Team for all the customers in the shop and the appreciation for the cat walk show, hope you enjoyed it as much as we did. Special thank you to The Swingfields Scrubbers at the end of the show who thankfully have now broken free! |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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WOW, thanks to the Swingfields team and all the great people that were there this weekend. Roll on SF2016 |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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back home, washuing started and tent hanging up to dry after a fun weekend at swingfields.
Hope to be there next year with sun cream and not getting completly pissed like I did on the first night |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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What a weekend....same time next year?? |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Excellent weekend the staff was brilliant the security was brilliant the site was fantastic
Sitting round the fire chatting and drinking brilliant
And to top that we are in the local press and daily mail apparently the locals wasnt very happy with our lifestyle and one resident had 48 hours of living hell
How many more sleeps is there to go |
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Great weekend best swingfields so far...staff worked so hard and were amazing...looking forward to next year already...thanks to everyone that made it fabulous xx |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"What a weekend....same time next year?? " No way are we missing this next year. Xx |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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We are definitely coming next year, what have we missed??? |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Fantastic weekend yet again xxx |
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Thanks to the Swingfields team for making it a very memorable event & thanks to whoever remembered to put 50p in the meter for the awesome weather! We had a blast especially after hours! |
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What a brilliant time we had, the Swingfields team did an excellent job of ensuring that everything went to plan. The fetsish tent was bigger and better!
We are already looking forward to SF 16. |
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Fantastic weekend
A big thank you to all the organisers and staff. We will be back |
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By *ed14Couple
over a year ago
Yorkshire |
Had a great 3 nights at Swingfields, met some amazing people and made some great new friends,got the chance to triy some new experiences and have some great fun with some very nice couples, roll on SF16.
Well done to the organisers for putting it all together. |
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By *hoonzeeWoman
over a year ago
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That was excellent. Everyone worked so hard. The fet tent was big and lovely. Coffee was great. My 48hrs of hell were leaving early. So nice to meet everyone. Roll on SF16. Xxx |
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What an amazing weekend of fun, filth and making new friends!
A very well organised event and the security team did an excellent job of making us all feel safe and free to enjoy the event with no concerns.
The day and night entertainment was good, especially on Friday.
Plenty of toilets and showers, plenty of ale to go around and a cracking bunch of horny swingers.
We hope you took advantage of the free condoms and lube in the info tent!
Special thanks to the Townhouse members who joined us at our tent for drinkies on friday and for cheering me on in the jelly wrestling
Townhouse have sponsored Swingfields for 2 years now and we confirmed on the journey home that we are sponsoring again in 2016, no hesitation!
Pulling off an event like this is a huge undertaking and the Swingfields team should be very proud of themselves for delivering a very special event.
Sincerely... Well done from Townhouse for giving us such a wonderful event.
Much love
Vic and Jim - Townhouse xxxxxxx |
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First time at Swingfields and Definitely be back again
A suggestion/feedback box would be good though as we and others had loads of ideas while there
And you know it's a good weekend when you make the daily mail! Lol |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/news/6530270/Bonk-holiday-weekend.html?CMP=spklr-_-S9SunSocial-_-FBPAGE-_-TheSun-thesun-_-20150705-_-News-_-204194625
Glad you all had fun. I hope to be there next year. Had to have a laugh at the link above tho |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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What an amazing experience, this was a really well run festival. Lots of fun activities to do in the day and night. I met some really cool people and all the staff and security were so friendly. I quite honestly had the time of my life!
Thanks for all the hard work and i hope the weather got better for packing up!
See you next year! |
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Did we not make the papers last year as well.
But oh my days we upset 30 people....Erm a few hundred were more than happy |
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"Did we not make the papers last year as well.
But oh my days we upset 30 people....Erm a few hundred were more than happy "
It was one woman who caused the fuss, the council were more than happy with the sound levels but we still turned it down some more. Had to try so very hard not to nip round to hers and put a european lifestyle award flyer through her door pmsl |
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"Did we not make the papers last year as well.
But oh my days we upset 30 people....Erm a few hundred were more than happy
It was one woman who caused the fuss, the council were more than happy with the sound levels but we still turned it down some more. Had to try so very hard not to nip round to hers and put a european lifestyle award flyer through her door pmsl "
You should have said, I would have poped round and showed her the ropes |
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Had a amazing weekend and thank you so much for everyone involved for organising this superb event.
Already looking forward to SF16. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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A big thank you to all the staff and organisers great event even got hubby in his tux but needed a few bottles of vino first loved it |
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"http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/news/6530270/Bonk-holiday-weekend.html?CMP=spklr-_-S9SunSocial-_-FBPAGE-_-TheSun-thesun-_-20150705-_-News-_-204194625
Glad you all had fun. I hope to be there next year. Had to have a laugh at the link above tho "
That headline made me smile |
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By *not69Man
over a year ago
Lancashire |
Amazing weekend spent with amazing people. Can't wait for next year. Thanks to everyone involved |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/news/6530270/Bonk-holiday-weekend.html?CMP=spklr-_-S9SunSocial-_-FBPAGE-_-TheSun-thesun-_-20150705-_-News-_-204194625
Glad you all had fun. I hope to be there next year. Had to have a laugh at the link above tho
That headline made me smile "
Same here. You can always count on the sun newspaper |
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By *litterbabeWoman
over a year ago
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I'm copying this across as ibdidnt realise the thank you's were going on this thread..
I just want to say a massive thank you to all the organisers of Swingfields.
It was an amazing festival and I loved all of it..
A friendly vibe and perfect entertainment.
You all worked so hard and I truly appreciate it.
Many thanks and roll on next year.
Lola xx
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Our first time at Swingfields and it won't be our last!! Had an amazing time, met loads of new sexy friends.
Had the best neighbours possible, so kind, funny, friendly and sexy, was just a laugh from start to finish.
Was very impressed with the facilities, rarely had to wait for showers/toilets and importantly very clean.
100% returning next year, well done guys
Harry & April xx |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"The jelly wrestling was epic!
Although some of the guys took it really seriously "
Well I didn't take it seriously I knew the guy and I think it's good to end in a draw lol.. We are Al winners.. Hope you had a great time.. Xx funluvaz xx |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"The jelly wrestling was epic!
Although some of the guys took it really seriously
Well I didn't take it seriously I knew the guy and I think it's good to end in a draw lol.. We are Al winners.. Hope you had a great time.. Xx funluvaz xx"
Thankyou to everyone for a great weekend and see you all next year if not before
All the games and events we're Def a good laugh, round 2 anytime pal.
See you soon xx |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Don't forget to give your review in the club review section, swingfields is in the south west section... Good or bad let us know.
In the next few days we will have a comments/suggestions thread to give your ideas for next year, what you would like to see, what can we improve on etc
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"Don't forget to give your review in the club review section, swingfields is in the south west section... Good or bad let us know.
In the next few days we will have a comments/suggestions thread to give your ideas for next year, what you would like to see, what can we improve on etc
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By *ohjaneCouple
over a year ago
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Thanks again, Swingfields Team. You are all awesome.
Hugs x |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"The jelly wrestling was epic!
Although some of the guys took it really seriously
Well I didn't take it seriously I knew the guy and I think it's good to end in a draw lol.. We are Al winners.. Hope you had a great time.. Xx funluvaz xx
Thankyou to everyone for a great weekend and see you all next year if not before
All the games and events we're Def a good laugh, round 2 anytime pal.
See you soon xx"
Lol yeah round 2 round 2 round 2
See you next year mate
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A tremendous weekend! Such friendly, warm and kind hearted people...that goes for attendees, organisers, staff and traders alike.
We WILL be there next year! |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"The jelly wrestling was epic!
Although some of the guys took it really seriously
Well I didn't take it seriously I knew the guy and I think it's good to end in a draw lol.. We are Al winners.. Hope you had a great time.. Xx funluvaz xx
Thankyou to everyone for a great weekend and see you all next year if not before
All the games and events we're Def a good laugh, round 2 anytime pal.
See you soon xx
Lol yeah round 2 round 2 round 2
See you next year mate
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You guys are local so round two will be sooner than that pal |
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It was fantasic to have all of you as our guests and especially the support of other clubs and event holders. Having the likes of, Townhouse, Amour, Route 69, Effrenata, a big contingent from Decadent Nights and Secrets, and The Playground i think i spotted too lol (sorry if we've missed anyone ), means a lot, and as we've said before if you leave smiling we've done our job lol.
Now to find away next year where Kitty and i get get down to the arena in the day a bit more pmsl |
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It was great to speak to other clubs and event organisers there was a real feeling of solidarity which was cool |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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It was beyond brilliant! Loved every second and I'll be there every year from now on!! Just hope my disability scooter can make it across the arena at Swingfields 2050!! |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Did anyone else meet the man on the hill what a delightful man i tryed his homemade cider very strong wife tried the raspberry vodka and he gave her some gorgeous roses Out of his garden.
She took him a bottle a wine and they spoke for ages very interesting chap |
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"Did anyone else meet the man on the hill what a delightful man i tryed his homemade cider very strong wife tried the raspberry vodka and he gave her some gorgeous roses Out of his garden.
She took him a bottle a wine and they spoke for ages very interesting chap"
We met him, what a great character, we went in his abode, I had some of the raspberry vodka and Simon. Had the cider, had an hour listening to all his tales, a lovely man. We should invite him to Swingfileds next year! |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"The jelly wrestling was epic!
Although some of the guys took it really seriously
Well I didn't take it seriously I knew the guy and I think it's good to end in a draw lol.. We are Al winners.. Hope you had a great time.. Xx funluvaz xx
Thankyou to everyone for a great weekend and see you all next year if not before
All the games and events we're Def a good laugh, round 2 anytime pal.
See you soon xx
Lol yeah round 2 round 2 round 2
See you next year mate
You guys are local so round two will be sooner than that pal "
Lol look forward to it xxxx |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Just like to thank the chap that took all the pictures on sunday morning as we was packing up i guess you never got noticed due to how busy everyone was our car wasnt in the photos but some are
Hope you made a few bob selling them to the daily mail introduce yourself next year i would like to have a chat with you |
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over a year ago
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Did anyone else meet the man on the hill what a delightful man i tryed his homemade cider very strong wife tried the raspberry vodka and he gave her some gorgeous roses Out of his garden.
She took him a bottle a wine and they spoke for ages very interesting chap
We met him, what a great character, we went in his abode, I had some of the raspberry vodka and Simon. Had the cider, had an hour listening to all his tales, a lovely man. We should invite him to Swingfileds next year! "
Perhaps the swingfields mascot |
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The best thing with the photos, was the lacey knickers - in fact it was a vest top from primani.
We all know clothing is never left at festivals xx |
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"The best thing with the photos, was the lacey knickers - in fact it was a vest top from primani.
We all know clothing is never left at festivals xx"
Love that it was a top, not knickers - typical sensationalism! I actually did collect up knickers from a play tent, but no-one collected them from lost property at the Info Tent
Comments on the papers' sites appear to be mostly agreeing that it's all a fuss over nothing
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"The best thing with the photos, was the lacey knickers - in fact it was a vest top from primani.
We all know clothing is never left at festivals xx"
It was knickers, I picked them up when we were doing the litter pick....they were near the edge as you came down the one track!! But it was only knickers....least it wasn't a used condom lol |
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I thought the world was more liberated no with the hole 50 shades thing.
I have loads of messages from people that don't know I playing saying that this would right up my stret |
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We had. 'FAB' time met some great people, enjoyed the entertainment etc , we saw the man on the hill every morning as we we're camped in front of his tree , seemed a nice chap , he lives there and he wasn't complaining lol
It was our 1st 'swingfest' but it definately wont be our last !!!!
Fantastically organised and run by all concerned |
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"Did anyone else meet the man on the hill what a delightful man i tryed his homemade cider very strong wife tried the raspberry vodka and he gave her some gorgeous roses Out of his garden.
She took him a bottle a wine and they spoke for ages very interesting chap"
I met him on Sunday morning, had a wander up the hill and saw him under his tree enjoying the view (not of us, he seemed very uninterested in us lol)
He was a charming chap with some great tales, the papers should have chat with him, he'd give them what for! |
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Love the new picture the express has got of some people in a bar that wasnt at swingfields guess the other photos are not good enough so they have to put anything on
Keep them knickers till next year wife wants them back |
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We had a great time but some moments were ruined by guys that couldn't keep their hands to themselves . It's just a shame these people can't learn to respect others . But I guess that's just the way things are wether it's a festival , club or anywhere else.
Unfortunately one guy made Jen cry when he was told no. But by the time security came over he had gone .
The event itself was amazing and well organised . And everyone we spoke to was friendly and fun . |
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What a fab festival we had so much fun and it was great to meet so many friends new and old. As for the press coverage here at Santonesse we are delighted at the write-up (and the subsequent comments) the hits on our website went mental on Sunday as the papers picked it up. On a more serious note thanks go out to Stu and Deb plus all of the audience from the fashion show for giving us such a fantastic response and for supporting us. You guys are great!! Watch out for a post show special offer as a thank you to everyone xxxxxx |
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A big well done to the Swingfields team, it was our 1st, and we didnt know what to expect and were slightly nervous however all of these feelings disappeared as soon as we were through the gate and were met by the welcoming team.
We met some great new friends and cant wait for next years,
Thank you x |
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Just seen on another thread that Swingfields have had 400 enquiries already for next years event
See...all publicity is good publicity.
We have had a record number of hits on our website and Facebook page yesterday and today!! lol |
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"Just seen on another thread that Swingfields have had 400 enquiries already for next years event
See...all publicity is good publicity.
We have had a record number of hits on our website and Facebook page yesterday and today!! lol "
Pretty good all caused by one woman we will have to send her a thank you card |
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By *not69Man
over a year ago
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Still not fully recovered and still buzzing, great weekend.
I'm really crap at remembering peoples names, especially after a few drinks. So if I met you and I've not messaged you yet please get in touch, especially the lovely couple I bumped into a few times and got on really well with who had the retractable dog lead on the dance floor on Saturday night xx |
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We wanted to put a European lifestyle award flyer through her door lol |
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By *not69Man
over a year ago
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"Just seen on another thread that Swingfields have had 400 enquiries already for next years event
See...all publicity is good publicity.
We have had a record number of hits on our website and Facebook page yesterday and today!! lol
Pretty good all caused by one woman we will have to send her a thank you card"
Send her a goody bag too with a few toys in |
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"Just seen on another thread that Swingfields have had 400 enquiries already for next years event
See...all publicity is good publicity.
We have had a record number of hits on our website and Facebook page yesterday and today!! lol "
Now that is awesome! Shows how much interest there is in the scene lol |
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How do you avoid the press from getting in next year as am sure they will all be looking to buy tickets if it's getting this much press now!! How many tickets will be available and will they be going on sale for 2016?xx |
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"How do you avoid the press from getting in next year as am sure they will all be looking to buy tickets if it's getting this much press now!! How many tickets will be available and will they be going on sale for 2016?xx"
Having been this year we kinda agree with this.
Not only that but control of phones and recording equipment on site needs to be sorted too because this year it wasn't so hot. And the drone that was flying around was that the organisers? Because if it was it would have been nice to have notice that a drone with a camera was going to be flying over the site. It was mentioned to us by more than one person.
We have been rather concerned about our picture popping up in one of these news articles. It would make things very very awkward for us to say the least.
We had a great time but do feel these issues need sorting for next year. |
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A drone over the site?? Are you serious?! |
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"A drone over the site?? Are you serious?! "
Yes I am serious. We were told it was put up by the organisers to get ariel shots of the site. |
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"How do you avoid the press from getting in next year as am sure they will all be looking to buy tickets if it's getting this much press now!! How many tickets will be available and will they be going on sale for 2016?xx
Having been this year we kinda agree with this.
Not only that but control of phones and recording equipment on site needs to be sorted too because this year it wasn't so hot. And the drone that was flying around was that the organisers? Because if it was it would have been nice to have notice that a drone with a camera was going to be flying over the site. It was mentioned to us by more than one person.
We have been rather concerned about our picture popping up in one of these news articles. It would make things very very awkward for us to say the least.
We had a great time but do feel these issues need sorting for next year."
I 100% agree we are very worried that our photo is going to be printed somewhere too. I've been on line looking every half hour or so to see what's been said or show next by the press. Last year it was very tight on phones etc etc. there must be a way to police who is purchasing tickets but I do understand it will be a mammoth task I just worry that maybe some people will be reluctant to come or put off because of all the press this year.xx |
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Security were on the look out for people taking photos - I was talking to 2 attendees and looking at the media coverage online on their phone and we were approached by one member of the security team to check what we were doing - and I was clearly wearing a staff tshirt
It's impossible to check what everyone on site is doing with a phone at all times - the vast majority of people were just checking texts/ fab/ facebook/ weather etc, so not doing anything 'wrong'. If people do see photos/ videos possibly being taken then please do inform a member of staff or security and it will be followed up at the time x
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"Security were on the look out for people taking photos - I was talking to 2 attendees and looking at the media coverage online on their phone and we were approached by one member of the security team to check what we were doing - and I was clearly wearing a staff tshirt
It's impossible to check what everyone on site is doing with a phone at all times - the vast majority of people were just checking texts/ fab/ facebook/ weather etc, so not doing anything 'wrong'. If people do see photos/ videos possibly being taken then please do inform a member of staff or security and it will be followed up at the time x
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Is that the system that is going to be in place for next year? Because if it is we won't be going.
This year that system did not work. I did see security ask two different people to delete videos or pictures. I also see at least 3 other people taking pictures and one taking video. And that was all in the entertainment area. I understand I could have gone to security but to be honest we were there to enjoy ourselves not police the event and if we see that many people how many were actually doing it?! If you allow them in you will not control them all. It is as simple as that. |
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"Security were on the look out for people taking photos - I was talking to 2 attendees and looking at the media coverage online on their phone and we were approached by one member of the security team to check what we were doing - and I was clearly wearing a staff tshirt
It's impossible to check what everyone on site is doing with a phone at all times - the vast majority of people were just checking texts/ fab/ facebook/ weather etc, so not doing anything 'wrong'. If people do see photos/ videos possibly being taken then please do inform a member of staff or security and it will be followed up at the time x
" I do understand that you can not be on top of all phones etc etc all the time it would be impossible. Most of the people were very respectful and understand of people's privacy witch is great. My mane concern now is that because the word had traveld far and wide how will the press be policed for next year. it would be very easy for them to purchase a ticket. Then there is a lot of very unhappy ppl and some jobless people may I addicted the press got in.xx |
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"A drone over the site?? Are you serious?! "
The drone was ours and one of the security features. We clearly cannot vet people totally but it clearly states that purchasing a ticket confirms people are not press , if they purchase then under current press rules they will be breaking rules . The only "infiltration" this year appears to be when we stood the security team down on sunday morning and somebody got in so security for 2016 will work till last guests leave. We will be working to ensure youre all safe and protected xx |
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At the end of the day the whole team worked so hard to make it a great event
It was a great event and we know that what we do will be looked upon and frowned but we are what we are and to every person there hold your heads up and be proud none if us want to be found out but true family friends etc will be there and if not we got each other xxx |
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Errr shit!
Metro have posted diffrent pics,
And this one has reg in it!
http://metro.co.uk/2015/07/06/500-swingers-turned-up-in-a-village-for-a-festival-over-the-weekend-5281835/
But the van is registered to my dad!
Will there be a way press could trace back to him some how!!!!! |
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I think the team and security worked their arse off to protect everyone. It's a nightmare situation and no easy answer.
Every time you go to a club you risk getting pap'd |
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By (user no longer on site)
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As we have said earlier we had a fantastic Weekend
The site was a nightmare for the security with loads of access points you only had to stand on the hill and look over the field we think they did a excellent job we seen them escorting someone of on thursday night so it gave you a sence of security.
You are always going to get someone complaining wherever we go we used to run a small club in the Midlands and the one person complaining lived 5 mile away not even in area we was.
the thursday to Sunday was a good idea it gave people a chance to get home early on sunday.
the only thing i would say to the team dont put signs out with arrows surely we can all follow the directions we was sent it was a bit like saying here we are here come and have a look,you could do it by using symbols ie follow red circles etc etc
We are who we and we do what we do the public should deal with it and not make comments.
I bet the people in village love the woman that started all this flaxley is now known worldwide as the sex party town of England nobody had ever heard of the place till she got the press involved.
Looking forward to 2016 aready how many sleeps till next one
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Has the media interest put anyone off going again next year? This was our third Swingfields and is the first time there has ever been anything in the media.
We will still be going to Swingfields 2016 |
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"Has the media interest put anyone off going again next year? This was our third Swingfields and is the first time there has ever been anything in the media.
We will still be going to Swingfields 2016"
So will we. If the public gets a kick out of seeing how we have our fun, that's fine by me. I see this as good PR for the lifestyle. The more public attention it gets, the more bored the public will get with the press coverage. And hopefully one day, the stigma associated with the lifestyle will be dead and buried. Carry on Swinging |
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So will we. If the public gets a kick out of seeing how we have our fun, that's fine by me. I see this as good PR for the lifestyle. The more public attention it gets, the more bored the public will get with the press coverage. And hopefully one day, the stigma associated with the lifestyle will be dead and buried. Carry on Swinging "
You'd think in the day and age of pride, America allowing same sex marriage and more liberal thinking that swinging would be more accepted. |
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Well all I can say is it was fantastic and they should give it a try. My only regret is not swapping numbers with a cute couple I played with on the Saturday evening. C'est la vie I suppose. Fingers crossed you can find a willing land owner next year. |
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"Errr shit!
Metro have posted diffrent pics,
And this one has reg in it!
http://metro.co.uk/2015/07/06/500-swingers-turned-up-in-a-village-for-a-festival-over-the-weekend-5281835/
But the van is registered to my dad!
Will there be a way press could trace back to him some how!!!!!" Thats not the best. Sorry to be the one to say but yes they can trace it back but am sure they would of by now if they were going to.x |
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By *oo hotCouple
over a year ago
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"Has the media interest put anyone off going again next year? This was our third Swingfields and is the first time there has ever been anything in the media.
We will still be going to Swingfields 2016
So will we. If the public gets a kick out of seeing how we have our fun, that's fine by me. I see this as good PR for the lifestyle. The more public attention it gets, the more bored the public will get with the press coverage. And hopefully one day, the stigma associated with the lifestyle will be dead and buried. Carry on Swinging "
Many, many people's lives have been ruined after being outed as a Swinger by the Press. No matter how you think you may handle it, the reaction of family, friends, work colleagues and employers cannot be second guessed.
It is a ridiculous situation that we now have gay marriage and 50 Shades of Gray as a bestseller yet Swinging still remains a great taboo. ridiculous really when the number one cause of marital breakdown is infidelity. |
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"Has the media interest put anyone off going again next year? This was our third Swingfields and is the first time there has ever been anything in the media.
We will still be going to Swingfields 2016"
It has put us off. We are who we are, we do what we do, the public should except it.... Only with some proffesions they don't and by it becoming common knowledge you put your business or your job on the line. We just can't afford to do that. |
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I feel I may have been miss understood. I think all the guys did a fantastic job organising everything and trying to keep everything right.
All I am worried about is our face or car being in the press next year because let's face it the press will be all over it next year. Each to there own but I don't want our young children getting wind of what we do nor do I want them getting picked on because one of there class mates have seen it in the press.
We have been 2014 and 2015 and to say we had a blast would be an understatement so please don't anyone think I am criticizing the team and the amazing job they do for us all I was simply expressing my concern for next year.
As I said each to there own but we prefer to keep our private life private.xx |
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"Has the media interest put anyone off going again next year? This was our third Swingfields and is the first time there has ever been anything in the media.
We will still be going to Swingfields 2016
It has put us off. We are who we are, we do what we do, the public should except it.... Only with some proffesions they don't and by it becoming common knowledge you put your business or your job on the line. We just can't afford to do that." I totally get were your coming from. Our business would suffer massive if we got found out. It is a sad state of affairs but swinging will never be socially except people just don't understand our lifestyle choice.xx |
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I think I must be really lucky as all the people in my life that matter know I play and so does my work. They have never been negative about just more inquisitive.
I understand it's not that way for everybody but the guys who have spent the last 12 months working their arse off to provide us with such a great weekend did everything they could.
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"Has the media interest put anyone off going again next year? This was our third Swingfields and is the first time there has ever been anything in the media.
We will still be going to Swingfields 2016
It has put us off. We are who we are, we do what we do, the public should except it.... Only with some proffesions they don't and by it becoming common knowledge you put your business or your job on the line. We just can't afford to do that."
We both work in the public sector and would both face losing our jobs if found out, me in particular. So it is now making me think rather than just buying tickets for next year.
The actual story was on the local papers site and was on there Saturday night and its just been lifted from there and used by all the different news outlets. It's the addition of the photo's taken sunday morning from inside the camp that is really worrisome |
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By *essieBooWoman
over a year ago
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"Has the media interest put anyone off going again next year? This was our third Swingfields and is the first time there has ever been anything in the media.
We will still be going to Swingfields 2016
So will we. If the public gets a kick out of seeing how we have our fun, that's fine by me. I see this as good PR for the lifestyle. The more public attention it gets, the more bored the public will get with the press coverage. And hopefully one day, the stigma associated with the lifestyle will be dead and buried. Carry on Swinging " I agree. It will all be chip paper by the end of the week and from all accounts, the feedback has been 98% positive! Next year it would not gave the same impact to cover the story again. Even though it is still a taboo , the general public are really not that interested. YES , we will be back next year and yes it will be fantastic! Happy swinging xx |
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The photos taken inside are a slight problem it doesnt they walked in sunday morning it could be someone of here that took them to make a quick few quid so how can we police that |
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"Has the media interest put anyone off going again next year? This was our third Swingfields and is the first time there has ever been anything in the media.
We will still be going to Swingfields 2016
So will we. If the public gets a kick out of seeing how we have our fun, that's fine by me. I see this as good PR for the lifestyle. The more public attention it gets, the more bored the public will get with the press coverage. And hopefully one day, the stigma associated with the lifestyle will be dead and buried. Carry on Swinging I agree. It will all be chip paper by the end of the week and from all accounts, the feedback has been 98% positive! Next year it would not gave the same impact to cover the story again. Even though it is still a taboo , the general public are really not that interested. YES , we will be back next year and yes it will be fantastic! Happy swinging xx" Fantastic x |
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We're also wary of booking because of the photo situation. It's not as bad for me if my car is photographed, my friends and some of my work colleagues know what I do.
But my man is married and having his pic in a national newspaper is a massive problem. How do the team plan to prevent this? |
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"A drone over the site?? Are you serious?!
The drone was ours and one of the security features. We clearly cannot vet people totally but it clearly states that purchasing a ticket confirms people are not press , if they purchase then under current press rules they will be breaking rules . The only "infiltration" this year appears to be when we stood the security team down on sunday morning and somebody got in so security for 2016 will work till last guests leave. We will be working to ensure youre all safe and protected xx"
I think the easiest way to stop those who aren't 'real swingers' from purchasing tickets is to have a rule whereby you either
A) Have been to Swingfields before.
B) have had your profile for six months or more at the time of booking and are verified by meets or:
C) if fairly new to the scene you need to have veris/recommendations from at least two couples/individuals are well know to the scene!
I know that this would make the purchasing of tickets more drawn out but it would make people feel more secure I think? And if you decide to do something like that then I for one would be happy to give a few hours of my time to help - and I'm sure others would too!
Next year as a precautionary measure I'll be taking along some cardboard or similar to cover my car number plates with! For the first time I wish my car wasn't bright green - but am I going next year? - HELL YEAH!!!
And Effranata too - I'm on a roll!! |
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"We're also wary of booking because of the photo situation. It's not as bad for me if my car is photographed, my friends and some of my work colleagues know what I do.
But my man is married and having his pic in a national newspaper is a massive problem. How do the team plan to prevent this? "
We have a new location , pre booking requirements tightened, phones will no longer be allowed in camping area, we will look into providing lockers for valuables etc , security being overhauled etc etc more will be announced . Worth putting this into perspective however . There are other outdoor events for lifestylers this summer and i dont expect the press will bother , this was fueled by ONE resident and next year we will ask to council to check and confirm letters have gone out to residents, we will also visit them . The new site will be a lot better to secure xx |
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"We're also wary of booking because of the photo situation. It's not as bad for me if my car is photographed, my friends and some of my work colleagues know what I do.
But my man is married and having his pic in a national newspaper is a massive problem. How do the team plan to prevent this?
We have a new location , pre booking requirements tightened, phones will no longer be allowed in camping area, we will look into providing lockers for valuables etc , security being overhauled etc etc more will be announced . Worth putting this into perspective however . There are other outdoor events for lifestylers this summer and i dont expect the press will bother , this was fueled by ONE resident and next year we will ask to council to check and confirm letters have gone out to residents, we will also visit them . The new site will be a lot better to secure xx"
Yes, it sounds great and one person complaining doesn't bother us, it's just ensuring that he doesn't get photographed without his permission. Thanks |
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It is unfortunate that this has ended up in the press, however we thought security did an excellent job. It would be totally impossible to stop someone taking pics and sending them to the press if they really wanted to. We fully understood when booking for the first one that there was always going to be a risk involved. You can be sure that there will now be members of the press on this site since the festival because if you do a google search this forum comes up.
It is unfortunate that there is a stigma attached to the lifestyle but unfortunatly that will never change, all we can all do is weigh up the risks involved and make a decision based on that. For us personally it certainly will not put us off attending future events. We are surprised it has taken 3 years for the press to get hold of it. We are confident that the Swingfields team will do all they possibly can again next year to keep the event safe from prying eyes. Roll on Swingfields 2016... 4 is twice as much fun!!! |
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"We have a new location , pre booking requirements tightened, phones will no longer be allowed in camping area, we will look into providing lockers for valuables etc , security being overhauled etc etc more will be announced . Worth putting this into perspective however . There are other outdoor events for lifestylers this summer and i dont expect the press will bother , this was fueled by ONE resident and next year we will ask to council to check and confirm letters have gone out to residents, we will also visit them . The new site will be a lot better to secure xx"
And there you go folks, the response from the organisers shows their wholly professional attitude towards the privacy, discretion and above all, the enjoyment of their guests at Swingfields.
Any outside event, whether a horse race meeting, football match, music festival or Swingfields will attract critics on the grounds of noise or disagreement with the activity of the event.
We should all be mindful, and a little respectful of the fact that many people don't understand 'the lifestyle' and as a result jump to (usually incorrect) conclusions. There will always be NIMBY's, we just have to take steps to minimise their cause for complaint.
We thoroughly enjoyed meeting such a diverse range of extremely friendly people at Swingfields and can't wait until next year! |
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By *ugby 123Couple
over a year ago
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"We're also wary of booking because of the photo situation. It's not as bad for me if my car is photographed, my friends and some of my work colleagues know what I do.
But my man is married and having his pic in a national newspaper is a massive problem. How do the team plan to prevent this?
We have a new location , pre booking requirements tightened, phones will no longer be allowed in camping area, we will look into providing lockers for valuables etc , security being overhauled etc etc more will be announced . Worth putting this into perspective however . There are other outdoor events for lifestylers this summer and i dont expect the press will bother , this was fueled by ONE resident and next year we will ask to council to check and confirm letters have gone out to residents, we will also visit them . The new site will be a lot better to secure xx"
Sadly that's all it sounded like it boiled down to, one woman not amused and informed the press. Obviously Swingers won't be accepted by everyone so it probably isn't a surprise that someone wasn't happy and obviously the woman is entitled to speak out if it is upsetting her in some way but the only complaint was about the noise from the music ( which sounds like wasn't too high anyway ) then the Festival was a discreet affair.
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"We're also wary of booking because of the photo situation. It's not as bad for me if my car is photographed, my friends and some of my work colleagues know what I do.
But my man is married and having his pic in a national newspaper is a massive problem. How do the team plan to prevent this?
We have a new location , pre booking requirements tightened, phones will no longer be allowed in camping area, we will look into providing lockers for valuables etc , security being overhauled etc etc more will be announced . Worth putting this into perspective however . There are other outdoor events for lifestylers this summer and i dont expect the press will bother , this was fueled by ONE resident and next year we will ask to council to check and confirm letters have gone out to residents, we will also visit them . The new site will be a lot better to secure xx
Sadly that's all it sounded like it boiled down to, one woman not amused and informed the press. Obviously Swingers won't be accepted by everyone so it probably isn't a surprise that someone wasn't happy and obviously the woman is entitled to speak out if it is upsetting her in some way but the only complaint was about the noise from the music ( which sounds like wasn't too high anyway ) then the Festival was a discreet affair.
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Your changes for next year should hopefully make security tighter...Good Luck "
Thanks guys xx we have a few weeks rest now then get back to planning for 2016, we can simply assure guests we will make sure the event gets better and better and priority is to learn from this year x |
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Can't wait for next year to pop our Swingfields cherry |
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"We're also wary of booking because of the photo situation. It's not as bad for me if my car is photographed, my friends and some of my work colleagues know what I do.
But my man is married and having his pic in a national newspaper is a massive problem. How do the team plan to prevent this?
We have a new location , pre booking requirements tightened, phones will no longer be allowed in camping area, we will look into providing lockers for valuables etc , security being overhauled etc etc more will be announced . Worth putting this into perspective however . There are other outdoor events for lifestylers this summer and i dont expect the press will bother , this was fueled by ONE resident and next year we will ask to council to check and confirm letters have gone out to residents, we will also visit them . The new site will be a lot better to secure xx
Sadly that's all it sounded like it boiled down to, one woman not amused and informed the press. Obviously Swingers won't be accepted by everyone so it probably isn't a surprise that someone wasn't happy and obviously the woman is entitled to speak out if it is upsetting her in some way but the only complaint was about the noise from the music ( which sounds like wasn't too high anyway ) then the Festival was a discreet affair.
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Your changes for next year should hopefully make security tighter...Good Luck
Thanks guys xx we have a few weeks rest now then get back to planning for 2016, we can simply assure guests we will make sure the event gets better and better and priority is to learn from this year x "
Very impressed with the prompt response and coming up with solutions to help stop the same thing happening next year re the pictures taken on the site. |
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By *litterbabeWoman
over a year ago
hiding from cock pics. |
We can also all be vigilant and poliety remind anyone seen with a phone that they are no longer allowed on site to.protect us all. |
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over a year ago
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"A drone over the site?? Are you serious?!
The drone was ours and one of the security features. We clearly cannot vet people totally but it clearly states that purchasing a ticket confirms people are not press , if they purchase then under current press rules they will be breaking rules . The only "infiltration" this year appears to be when we stood the security team down on sunday morning and somebody got in so security for 2016 will work till last guests leave. We will be working to ensure youre all safe and protected xx
I think the easiest way to stop those who aren't 'real swingers' from purchasing tickets is to have a rule whereby you either
A) Have been to Swingfields before.
B) have had your profile for six months or more at the time of booking and are verified by meets or:
C) if fairly new to the scene you need to have veris/recommendations from at least two couples/individuals are well know to the scene!
I know that this would make the purchasing of tickets more drawn out but it would make people feel more secure I think? And if you decide to do something like that then I for one would be happy to give a few hours of my time to help - and I'm sure others would too!
Next year as a precautionary measure I'll be taking along some cardboard or similar to cover my car number plates with! For the first time I wish my car wasn't bright green - but am I going next year? - HELL YEAH!!!
And Effranata too - I'm on a roll!! " The safety checks you mention are already in place and we vet everyone to the best of our ability. Next year will be less exciting for the press as they didn't get a great story this year. Most people commented on the fact that they had missed out !! Love it. Onwards and upwards for 2016 xx |
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By *not69Man
over a year ago
Lancashire |
"A drone over the site?? Are you serious?!
The drone was ours and one of the security features. We clearly cannot vet people totally but it clearly states that purchasing a ticket confirms people are not press , if they purchase then under current press rules they will be breaking rules . The only "infiltration" this year appears to be when we stood the security team down on sunday morning and somebody got in so security for 2016 will work till last guests leave. We will be working to ensure youre all safe and protected xx
I think the easiest way to stop those who aren't 'real swingers' from purchasing tickets is to have a rule whereby you either
A) Have been to Swingfields before.
B) have had your profile for six months or more at the time of booking and are verified by meets or:
C) if fairly new to the scene you need to have veris/recommendations from at least two couples/individuals are well know to the scene!
I know that this would make the purchasing of tickets more drawn out but it would make people feel more secure I think? And if you decide to do something like that then I for one would be happy to give a few hours of my time to help - and I'm sure others would too!
Next year as a precautionary measure I'll be taking along some cardboard or similar to cover my car number plates with! For the first time I wish my car wasn't bright green - but am I going next year? - HELL YEAH!!!
And Effranata too - I'm on a roll!! "
and I'll be coming with you. Bring a few less suitcases next year tho haha. xx |
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By *not69Man
over a year ago
Lancashire |
I think your going to need a Part 9 xx |
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over a year ago
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A great weekend had by me and the rest of the gang (You know who you are peeps!).
A special thanks to the all the organisers and staff who were very helpful and made the weekend even better.
The press has not me off from being there in 2016. |
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By *yrdwomanWoman
over a year ago
Putting the 'cum' in Eboracum |
Just cut the wristband off. Till next year... |
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By *not69Man
over a year ago
Lancashire |
"Just cut the wristband off. Till next year..."
had to take mine off Monday morning because of work, was gutted xx |
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Its a true test of character especially in this day and age yhat everyone posting is looking to make it stronger and better,
Really positive feedback and not a slagging match! sure sign of a solid community!
Also it may be inviting the devil in to your home, but now that there is media awareness is it worth inviting a freelance journalist in next year and give him a pod and beer tokens and thoroughly go through his stuff to check for canera and phones!
On the terms of no personal pictures!
Then turn him loose in the festival for a night!
Better the devil you know then the devil you dont!
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