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I held off on posting this in hopes that a local would volunteer to organize a goon meet - but with four days left it doesn't look like that's going to happen, lol. So! Since there's a bunch of shows/events happening on Saturday, I think the most convenient option would be that of meeting for lunch before All In. Thus, the time I propose is Sunday at 1 PM. In researching the area around Wembley it seems that there's a few solid restaurants situated less than a twenty minute walk from the stadium, so that should give us plenty of time to eat and hang out for a bit before doors open at 3:30. Please post if you're interested and make sure to mention any food allergies or dietary restrictions. I absolutely want to accommodate everybody and there's enough restaurants to choose from that it shouldn't be difficult to do so. Feel free also to share any suggestions for a meeting place or any concerns regarding the start time. Looking forward to meeting my fellow wrestling nerds! 
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i only can eat chickens. nothing else right now. This is exciting, Barry! Thanks loads.
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Aug 22, 2023 16:52
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No problem! Also I had a sneaking suspicion that this was you: https://forums.somethingawful.com/showthread.php?noseen=1&threadid=3847325&perpage=40&pagenumber=1133#post533968585
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Aug 22, 2023 18:09
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Hell yeah, I'm in. 1 PM seems fine, couldn't make it earlier.
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Aug 22, 2023 18:44
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sounds fab, my only dietary restriction will be “is she too hungover to actually eat?”
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Aug 22, 2023 23:57
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I just lurk the forums really but I'm local enough that I'm working a morning shift until like 2pm at one of the nearby pubs before All In. The shopping centre next to the stadium will have a fair few restaurants, the high street nearby should be cheaper.
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Aug 23, 2023 00:16
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Oh, neat - are you familiar with this place, by any chance? https://traderwembley.com/ It's a little further away than I'd like but there is a bus stop right outside with a line that goes directly to the stadium. This is what I'm leaning towards as it has a food court with a bunch of different options, all of which are considerably more affordable than the restaurants nearer to Wembley.
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Aug 23, 2023 10:46
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Yeah that's a good place for sure. That whole high street is like a little slice of India
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Aug 23, 2023 15:29
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Sounds like a good time, I have no dietary restrictions but will need some to keep me from eating everything in that place
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Aug 23, 2023 16:46
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For simplicity (i.e. not having to deal with food restrictions, not knowing how many people will actually turn up, etc) it sounds like a food court is a good shout, so long as there is actually going to be space. The only ones nearby I see are TRADER and BOXPARK. Maybe those with previous Wembley experience can advise. Although I'm sure me and my mate would happily come along to a meal at a specific place if you want to go down that route. He's veggie.
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Frozen_flame posted:Yeah that's a good place for sure. That whole high street is like a little slice of India Excellent, thanks! Crimson Chin posted:For simplicity (i.e. not having to deal with food restrictions, not knowing how many people will actually turn up, etc) it sounds like a food court is a good shout, so long as there is actually going to be space. The only ones nearby I see are TRADER and BOXPARK. Maybe those with previous Wembley experience can advise. I looked into BOXPARK, and while it also seems good I think TRADER being a little further away is actually a point in its favor. Since every restaurant surrounding Wembley is bound to be swamped, there's a better chance of seats being available if we meet on the high street instead. But yeah, I'm definitely still open to suggestions from anybody familiar with the area.
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Aug 23, 2023 18:59
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There’s set to be a PROGRESS shitshow at BOXPARK, right? or are there multiple areas?
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Aug 23, 2023 19:53
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BOXPARK is hosting the AEW All In Welcome Party at 10 AM on Saturday, the PROGRESS/DEFY show is noon on the same day at the Electric Ballroom
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Aug 23, 2023 20:00
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was talking about this one Sunday also lol just lol at Bischoff 
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Aug 23, 2023 22:38
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Ah, my mistake - this is the first I'm hearing of that event (also yeah wtf Bischoff)
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Aug 23, 2023 22:59
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Barry Bluejeans posted:I looked into BOXPARK, and while it also seems good I think TRADER being a little further away is actually a point in its favor. Since every restaurant surrounding Wembley is bound to be swamped, there's a better chance of seats being available if we meet on the high street instead. Oh yeah Boxpark is great when there isnt an event on but it'll be slammed and most places around the stadium get rammed and jack the prices up. The other options are a tube stop or two away, area called Kingsbury a stop away has a couple places but nothing like a food court.
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Oh hey I guess I'm in too. No dietary restrictions. Just getting into London now. I was lucky enough to find a well-reviewed AirBnB near Copper Box for the weekend so I don't have to trek all over creation after RevPro.
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Aug 25, 2023 12:43
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I'm leaving early tomorrow to get to London so I'll make the time and place official now: 1 PM Sunday at TRADER Wembley (traderwembley.com, Google Maps Link) I'll pop back in on the morning of with any last-minute info. Safe travels everyone, looking forward to meeting all of you!
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Aug 25, 2023 19:36
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How will we recognize each other, do I yell out CM PUNK AND OR BRITT SUCK and see where a fight breaks out
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Aug 25, 2023 20:22
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I will post about what I'm wearing on the day. But not like in a sexy way.
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Aug 25, 2023 20:48
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i hope you're all ready for sixes! and sevens after that! just being jokes.
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Aug 25, 2023 21:21
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all I see is 10s 
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Aug 25, 2023 22:40
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just look for the person with beard/glasses wearing a black graphic tee
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My Lovely Horse posted:How will we recognize each other, do I yell out CM PUNK AND OR BRITT SUCK and see where a fight breaks out On Sunday morning I'll post what I'm wearing and where to meet outside the building
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STONE COLD 64 posted:just look for the person with beard/glasses wearing a black graphic tee
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Aug 26, 2023 07:10
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lmao Trader is right near a place called Farooq Hairdressers. 
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Aug 26, 2023 08:24
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Would've loved to participate, but I'm flying in tomorrow morning and will be at Wembley around door opening time. If there are any afterparties (I hear it's a bank holiday on Monday), sign me up for one of those.
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Aug 26, 2023 08:55
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Afterparty is the way to the tube
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If anyone wants to say hi before Defy at noon, I'm heading to the Coffee Jar close to the Electric Ballroom now. I look like... uh... STONE COLD 64 posted:just look for the person with beard/glasses wearing a black graphic tee As for the black graphic tee: https://shirtkiller.com/collections/elder/products/elder-lost-woods-shirt Bonk fucked around with this message at 10:41 on Aug 26, 2023 |
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Aug 26, 2023 10:17
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Heading to Defy show. Skinny long-haired guy with Eddie Kingston shirt and this bag: https://ibb.co/HPK6TWH
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Now going to Defy. I have not changed the clothes I mentioned since my last post, but I suppose anything can happen.
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Aug 26, 2023 10:52
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I'll be at PROGRESS/DEFY as well, currently racing there from Gatwick. Look for the guy in the front row wearing a pink short-sleeve shirt.
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The queue wraps around the end of the block, and the doors are late. Must be a DEFY show. 
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Bonk posted:The queue wraps around the end of the block, and the doors are late. Must be a DEFY show. oh nooooo waiting outside the hotel for my pals to get here and drop their stuff before the dash to DEFY; black vest, big boots, blue hair and a black tee that is NOT wrestling related!
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I'm standing back by the far side of the sound booth.
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Aug 26, 2023 11:43
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Second row in front of the bar.
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Just sharing here as well in case there's anyone who knows a person wanting a ticket. I can't make the show tomorrow and I can't resale my ticket, if there's anyone in the London area/can get to the show tomorrow that wants a ticket, send me a message. First come first served.
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you're a real sweaty pie for that. imy backspace is broken and i can't fix it but i did not mean that. i meant sweaty pie./ i can't fix it
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Anyone at the ChocoPro show?
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Cavauro posted:you're a real sweaty pie for that. imy backspace is broken and i can't fix it but i did not mean that. i meant sweaty pie./ i can't fix it That's alright it's an accurate statement
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