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Offline Michael

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Re: Llandudno Victorian Extravaganza
« Reply #675 on: May 01, 2019, 12:18:50 pm »
Well if the “information “ centre don’t know —- not much hope anyone else knows

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Re: Llandudno Victorian Extravaganza.............2020
« Reply #676 on: June 30, 2019, 09:57:21 am »
Mrs H. just mentioned about next years altered bank holiday dates, which made me think about the Extravaganza, anyone heard any news.

One of next year's bank holidays will move from a Monday to a Friday to coincide with the 75th anniversary of VE Day.
The change will see the early May Day bank holiday moved back four days next year and will form part of a three-day weekend of commemorative events.
Business Secretary Greg Clark announced the holiday will move four days later - from Monday, May 4 to Friday, May 8 in 2020 so that people can pay tribute to those who served in the Second World War.

VE Day - or Victory in Europe Day - is marked on May 8 and commemorates the Allies accepting the surrender of Nazi Germany in the Second World War.    https://www.walesonline.co.uk/news/uk-news/ve-day-bank-holiday-2020-16399797



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Re: Llandudno Victorian Extravaganza
« Reply #677 on: June 30, 2019, 03:35:47 pm »
Both the Extravaganza and the Transport Festival will be affected by this and neither group has yet made any statement about what they plan to do which is very disappointing. Many visitors to those events book their accommodation a year in advance, so now they find they may have booked the 'wrong' weekend. Hotels and B&Bs are in the same boat - do they move bookings or not? The events can't really run for two days instead of three on what would have been the bank holiday weekend. If they move to the following weekend they will clash with the VE events plus rides & vehicles may already be committed elsewhere. Moving to the late May bank holiday would have the same problems. Given how much money and huge number of visitors both events bring to the area we really need a clear statement from the organisers as soon as possible.

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Re: Llandudno Victorian Extravaganza
« Reply #678 on: June 30, 2019, 05:46:26 pm »
It's also hit calender producers extremely badly.  Most desk and weekly calendars are produced a year or more in advance.
Nothing is so firmly believed as that which we least know.  ― Michel de Montaigne

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Re: Llandudno Victorian Extravaganza
« Reply #679 on: June 30, 2019, 05:48:10 pm »
The cancellation of the Jess Glynn 'gig' in Colwyn Bay is also bound to affect hotel bookings .
Mad, Bad and Dangerous to know.

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Re: Llandudno Victorian Extravaganza.............2020......
« Reply #680 on: July 10, 2019, 01:21:29 pm »
From their FB page.

"As of Tuesday 9th July 2019 the Llandudno Victorian Extravaganza team are committed to organising the 2020 event over the 8th, 9th & 10th May.

These three days are our provisional choice, we are aware this will also be the weekend for VE Day celebrations and the team are fully committed to embracing that and making it a big part of the event.

After much consideration we have decided it’s completely not viable to run the event for two days. We will now consult with the relevant authorities and make an official announcement when the date is 100% confirmed.

If this date cannot be agreed it would take considerable financial backing to see the event run for two days. If any of the many hotels and business would like to offer their financial backing to make this happen please contact us."

Thanks for your patience and support.
Llandudno Victorian Extravaganza team


PS    Further down the FB page, poll results, not sure how many entered.
Question 4:
When you visit the event do you only spent you money at the event (on rides and market stalls) or do you use local businesses in the town?
20%
Event attractions only
80%
Local businesses also

Question 3:
Those of you visiting the area... do you travel in or do you stay in the area?
45%
Travel in
55%
Stay in the area

Question 2:
When you visit the Llandudno Victorian Extravaganza are you local or visiting the area?
40%
Local
60%
Visiting the area

For those of you that aren’t local to Conwy County and visit the Llandudno Victorian Extravaganza, do you return to the Llandudno area again throughout the year?
84%
Yes
16%
No

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Re: Llandudno Victorian Extravaganza
« Reply #681 on: February 20, 2021, 11:34:22 am »
Covid cancels Llandudno Victorian Extravaganza for second time after organisers' hopes for 'miracle' are dashed
The event was cancelled in 2020 and will not take place this year either

The Llandudno Victorian Extravaganza has been cancelled for the second year in a row due to the coronavirus pandemic.

The event, which was established more than 30 years ago and usually took place on the first May bank holiday weekend, was cancelled in 2020 and will not take place this year either.

cont  https://www.dailypost.co.uk/news/north-wales-news/llandudno-victorian-extravaganza-cancelled-second-19852134

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Re: Llandudno Victorian Extravaganza........2022
« Reply #682 on: March 19, 2022, 10:26:43 am »
Llandudno Victorian Extravaganza 2022: Dates, parking, road closures and all you need to know as event returns
The much loved event is making its big return after three years

When is the Llandudno Victorian Extravaganza?
The 2021 Victorian Extravaganza will take place on Saturday April 30, Sunday May 1, and Monday May 2, 2022.

Where will the Victorian Extravaganza take place?
You will find the event spread from the bottom of Mostyn street at the junction of Mostyn Broadway stretching through to Upper Mostyn Street.

What time will the event take place across the three days?
The event runs from 10am to 5pm each day of the first May Bank holiday weekend, with each day hosting a similar programme.

The daily parade will take place at noon on all three days of the event and will take place from outside the Albert pub in Madoc Street, heading onto Chapel Street, Gloddaeth Avenue and North Parade, and finishing on St Georges Place.

How much will the event cost me?
The event is free to attend, with free entertainment and exhibits along with the daily parade.

There are a number of fun fair attractions and stalls at the event that are chargeable, with prices starting from £2.

full details  https://www.dailypost.co.uk/news/north-wales-news/llandudno-victorian-extravaganza-2022-dates-23413788?IYA-mail=a05105fc-304d-4c50-9807-edab51f779a4

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Re: Llandudno Victorian Extravaganza
« Reply #683 on: March 29, 2022, 10:09:53 am »
THE Llandudno Transport Festival is an annual three-day Bank Holiday outdoor event situated on Llandudno's famous promenade.

Taking place between April 30 and May 2, it runs closely alongside the town's annual Victorian Extravaganza, with the two events connected by a free hop-on-hop-off preserved bus service throughout the weekend.

The Llandudno Transport Festival, approaching its 30th year, has become a very popular event for vintage and preserved motor enthusiasts as well as families and visitors to the town.

Meanwhile, the Llandudno Victorian Extravaganza has a lot going on in the main streets through the town, including period and modern funfair attractions, street entertainers, stalls, steam traction engines, live entertainment, shop window displays, and people in period dress.

The Transport Festival gates open each day at 9am until late on Saturday and Sunday, and 5pm on Monday, with the bus service running all day from 10am

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Re: Llandudno Victorian Extravaganza........2022
« Reply #684 on: March 31, 2022, 10:11:00 am »
What to expect from Llandudno’s Victoria Extravaganza and Transport Festival

THE Llandudno Victorian Extravaganza and Transport Festival are set to return to the town during the bank holiday weekend from April 30 – May 2.

The Victorian Extravaganza, which will takes over the town’s main streets simultaneously, includes street entertainers, stalls, full-size live steam traction engines, shop window displays and much more.


The two events will be connected via a free “hop on, hop off” bus service between the pair of them throughout the weekend.

A free shuttle bus will pick up and drop off from Vaughan Street, Llandudno.

The Victorian Extravaganza, which has been established for 35 years, did not take place in 2020 or 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

more details .. https://www.northwalespioneer.co.uk/news/20034206.victoria-extravaganza-transport-festival-set-take-llandudno-storm/

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Re: Llandudno Victorian Extravaganza
« Reply #685 on: April 27, 2022, 09:42:18 am »
IT’S set to be a fun-filled bank holiday weekend in Llandudno, as the town’s Victorian Extravaganza and Transport Festival return from April 30 – May 2.

Nearly in its 30th year, the Llandudno Transport Festival, at Bodafon Fields, will showcase a wide array of exhibitions including of lorries, tractors and motorbikes for visitors to immerse themselves in.

cont https://www.northwalespioneer.co.uk/news/20094828.llandudno-victorian-extravaganza-transport-festival-set-return/?ref=rss&IYA-reg=49560bcd-5a9c-47f0-8fc5-ba2e71710589

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Re: Llandudno Victorian Extravaganza........2022
« Reply #686 on: May 01, 2022, 09:37:36 am »
THOUSANDS of people revelled in the much-anticipated return of the Llandudno Victorian Extravaganza today (April 30).

The three-day event, which has been running for 35 years, was back after being unable to take place in 2020 or 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Extravaganza, which will takes over the town’s main streets, includes street entertainers, stalls, full-size live steam traction engines, shop window displays and much more.

First day photo gallery and videos  ..... https://www.northwalespioneer.co.uk/news/20105788.extravaganza/

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Re: Llandudno Victorian Extravaganza........2022 day 2
« Reply #687 on: May 02, 2022, 01:58:32 pm »
Bustling crowds on Day Two of the Victorian Extravaganza!

Crowds flocked to Llandudno as the second day of the resort’s Victorian Extravaganza took place today (May 1).

The three-day event, held from April 30 to May 2 this year, dates back 35 years, but due to the Covid-19 pandemic, returned this year for the first time since 2019.

On Day Two, a variety of performers came together, from magicians to mimics to musical bands.

Just after midday, as is the case on each day of the festival, a Parade took place in which classic old vehicles from the nearby Llandudno Transport Festival were part of a procession along the Promenade alongside brass bands, bagpipes and people dressed up in Victorian-era clothing.

cont photos and video   https://www.northwalespioneer.co.uk/news/20107834.bustling-crowds-day-two-victorian-extravaganza/

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Re: Llandudno Victorian Extravaganza.....2023
« Reply #688 on: March 13, 2023, 10:13:31 am »
PREPARATIONS are well underway for the 2023 edition of the annual Llandudno Victorian Extravaganza.

The fun-filled event will return to the town during the back holiday weekend from April 29 ? May 1, and those in charge of it have shared some of the attractions people can look forward to.

The extravaganza, which will takes over the town?s main streets, includes street entertainers, stalls, full-size live steam traction engines, shop window displays and much more.

Llandudno Victorian Extravaganza to host fringe festival at 2023 event

This year?s extravaganza will also be a night-time event, with organisers on the search for performers, and for venues to host shows, for its new ?fringe festival?.

?This has, without doubt, been one of the most challenging events our committee has organised, but we are excited to share some of the things you can look forward to.?

The statement added that those who visit the extravaganza this year can expect, among much more:

A return of the ?Steam Arena?
?Xtravaganza Fringe Festival?
Three sideshows
A fringe festival stage
A new-look Victorian dress competition

The extravaganza, which has been established for roughly 35 years and is free to attend, did not take place in 2020 or 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but enjoyed a successful return in 2022.

Last year?s three-day event also included a daily 12pm parade, a magic comedy show, vintage and modern static attractions, a wide array of musical performances, and more.

It often attracts more than 200,000 people to the town across the weekend.

Where best to park for the Llandudno Victorian Extravaganza:

Marine Drive car park
Llandudno Victoria Centre car park
 Parc Llandudno retail park
Mostyn Champneys retail park
 Llandudno promenade
Llandudno railway station

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Re: Llandudno Victorian Extravaganza
« Reply #689 on: March 16, 2023, 10:19:49 am »
AN ARRAY of vehicles will once again be parading into Conwy county when the annual Llandudno Transport Festival returns next month.

Running for more than 30 years, the festival, at Bodafon Fields, will again coincide with the town?s Victorian Extravaganza, during the bank holiday weekend of April 29 ? May 1.

As usual, there will be a wide array of exhibitions, including of lorries, tractors and motorbikes, for visitors to immerse themselves in.

cont https://www.northwalespioneer.co.uk/news/23387403.llandudno-transport-festival-return-2023---expect/