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Wish someone had the time to organise a social event in Fife?
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By *ompip3Couple
over a year ago
Paisley |
Been to many a great social in Fife! Dunfermline, Glenrothes etc
At one point most of the socials were in Fife... well the one's you wanted to be at! Like everything else, it takes a lot of organising, and I guess the people involved eventually found it too much, and stepped back. It's a pity no one has stepped up to take over the reigns!
Some epic nights in the past! |
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"Been to many a great social in Fife! Dunfermline, Glenrothes etc
At one point most of the socials were in Fife... well the one's you wanted to be at! Like everything else, it takes a lot of organising, and I guess the people involved eventually found it too much, and stepped back. It's a pity no one has stepped up to take over the reigns!
Some epic nights in the past!"
Yeah I agree, Stirling and Dundee always had great socials, Dundee still does a couple of times a year but don't think anything is planned yet this year  we missed the last one due to bad timing but will be at the next one regardless 
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Been to many a fife social over the years both as a couple and a single guy, miss the fact that there’s none here now, people seem to forget there is supposed to be a social side to swinging, I’d (if possible) attend a social in fife also would willingly help anyone organise one, anyone considering doing so and wants assistance then feel free to mail me to discuss options (some single guys can actually conversate haha). |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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I was thinking about this a few days ago as this topic is getting too repetitive.
Trying to think about ideal locations for a venue etc but if we do organise it, it'll probably be later in the year.
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By *alcon43Woman
over a year ago
Paisley |
Start small. I have a regular mini social at a pub quiz on a Tuesday in Paisley. I’ve met many Fabbers and verified a few newbies as well.
It’s not as obvious either as using a function suite. Good luck |
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We have attempted this 2 or 3 times and as always is the case lots of interest but when it comes to the day everyone has an excuse so we frequently attend CJ'S in Glasgow as we know there will be genuine people there for sure x |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Well I've messaged a few places for venues in Dunfermline.
As for profit I was thinking about putting it towards maybe a local kids football team as they always need sponsorship/funding. |
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"Well I've messaged a few places for venues in Dunfermline.
As for profit I was thinking about putting it towards maybe a local kids football team as they always need sponsorship/funding. "
Tbf that’s a great idea. My comment wasn’t in reference to you btw more about another social host who was charging people for the venue when they got it for free. That’s just not on |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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See I'm looking at hotels in
Dunfermline and generally you have to pay for a buffet for X amount of guests and the hall is free and they range from £5-12 depending on the platter.
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"See I'm looking at hotels in
Dunfermline and generally you have to pay for a buffet for X amount of guests and the hall is free and they range from £5-12 depending on the platter.
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Yeah most hotels will charge but pubs mostly don’t because they make their money on the bar. Your being honest and saying where the money will go so no one should have a problem with that  |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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I think having it at a hotel also give the option to people to stay if needed as well.
Nothing worse having to try arrange accommodation near to the venue. |
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"Well I've messaged a few places for venues in Dunfermline.
As for profit I was thinking about putting it towards maybe a local kids football team as they always need sponsorship/funding.
Tbf that’s a great idea. My comment wasn’t in reference to you btw more about another social host who was charging people for the venue when they got it for free. That’s just not on "
Arranging socials take up a lot of time so we can see why people would want to profit for time used etc but for ourselves when we do socials every penny is accounted for with venue hire (most free venues always have a catch or they aren't that nice), buffet and drink on entry. We've had some socials where we've been a few quid out of pocket, it happens now and again. One main reason we take payment/deposit is to eliminate time wasters and as I said they get the cash back via drink on entry (glass of bubbly/cocktail or a bottle of beer etc)
Best thing to do is build up a social scene in the area and go from there, many folk (ourselves included) will even travel just for a change of scenery and to meet some new people
Granted not everyone enjoys a social but not everyone is at that stage they are comfortable going to a club either so it's a nice middle ground
Best advice is make the venue accessible for most people with nearby hotels etc if it's further out
But as falcon said, quiz nights etc can be just as fun for socialising and meeting new people. A mix of different socials is always a bonus
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By *irigram OP Couple
over a year ago
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Thanks John we have seen you both at the Dundee Social and that looks like it would take ages to organise well done to geo and kat.. me and my wife were thinking if we booked a lodge even that sleeps 12 and have everyone pay a deposit and pay towards the cost of the lodge.. start off small ?? |
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"Thanks John we have seen you both at the Dundee Social and that looks like it would take ages to organise well done to geo and kat.. me and my wife were thinking if we booked a lodge even that sleeps 12 and have everyone pay a deposit and pay towards the cost of the lodge.. start off small ??"
We've done similar a few times, just takes a few people to pull out then it's a nightmare trying to fill the spaces but yeah you've got to try somewhere and take it from there
Sometimes lodges etc is more a play event obviously so harder to make sure everyone likes everyone whereas a social is easier imho as if someone isn't everyone's cup of tea then someone at the social will suit them. It's easier to mingle when no one really knows who will be there until they turn up
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