20 Sept: ZRoadster Visit to Herts Police HQ

RobBruce · Post by **RobBruce** » Wed 25 Jun, 2008 09:02

I have arranged the possibility of a vist to Herts HQ to give people a proper insight into ANPR, Road Safety, Speed Enforcement and the general day to day stuff involved in policing.

The idea is to show people how these things actually work in real life, and to get the opportunity to have a look at a Traffic car and all it's equipment, have a go with the Laser speed guns, the breath-test equipment, etcetera. (Yes, including handcuffs

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It would also include a tour of the Operations Room inc ANPR functions, a presentation by Driving School, and hopefully Road Crash Investigation.

The visit would take place on a Saturday morning for a couple of hours, so there would be plenty of time for lunch and a mini-cruise afterwards - should anyone be up for that. I'm also hoping to get an article done for BMWCC magazine and maybe one of the other car mags (ie BMWCar)

Obviously, places will be limited, so I need an idea of interest before I go ahead and organise it fully. It will probably be either 16 August or 20 September, 10am start at Herts Police HQ in Stanborough.

Anyone fancy this? Add your name if interested, and feel free to ask any (sensible) questions.

Cheers
Rob

Bloke · Post by **Bloke** » Wed 25 Jun, 2008 10:06

Sounds like a great idea, nice one bruce,

put me down for either day

Bloke

whiteminks · Post by **whiteminks** » Wed 25 Jun, 2008 10:07

Me, me, me please!

I can do either date Rob but would imagine that a lot of peeps may be on holiday for the August date?

Great stuff!

Cheers P

Alfie · Post by **Alfie** » Wed 25 Jun, 2008 11:19

Excellent....!!!
Great idea.

RobBruce wrote:...feel free to ask any (sensible) questions.

Can I dress up as a WPC....???

Can't do 16th August unless it's later in the day, but 20th Sept is looking good.

A.

PVR · Post by **PVR** » Wed 25 Jun, 2008 11:27

Would be interested for the september date

Gazza · Post by **Gazza** » Wed 25 Jun, 2008 12:09

I could do both, September would suit better.

Nice idea

calbens · Post by **calbens** » Wed 25 Jun, 2008 14:48

Sounds like fun

can I come too?

Alfie wrote:
Can I dress up as a WPC....???
A.

Alfie, only if I can play with the handcuffs

I think it will have to be an overnighter for us and pref Sept due to horrible, nasty work!

ZedMatt · Post by **ZedMatt** » Wed 25 Jun, 2008 15:45

This sounds like fun and interesting. I'd be up for it in September

burmagirl · Post by **burmagirl** » Wed 25 Jun, 2008 15:56

Hi Rob

we're playing at Broastairs festival during that week in Aug, but I'm definitely up for the September date.

Sue (bumagirl)

MrPoz · Post by **MrPoz** » Wed 25 Jun, 2008 15:59

You may already know and I've missed something but are you aware that your Sig says Bumagirl not Burmagirl.

Giles · Post by **Giles** » Wed 25 Jun, 2008 16:01

Have you invited Shabs?

burmagirl · Post by **burmagirl** » Wed 25 Jun, 2008 16:10

MrPoz wrote:You may already know and I've missed something but are you aware that your Sig says Bumagirl not Burmagirl.

oops no, my bad typing!! BURMAGIRL!!!

henrycrun · Post by **henrycrun** » Wed 25 Jun, 2008 16:38

Can do Sept (but not August)

spokey · Post by **spokey** » Wed 25 Jun, 2008 21:38

Sounds hideous. Count me in.

RobBruce · Post by **RobBruce** » Thu 26 Jun, 2008 05:22

As this is now starting to gather steam, I can confirm the date will be 20 September.

It is likely to be limited to 20 places, so let please post any interest ASAP.

Also, if anyone fancies organising a mini-cruise after, please let me know.

Rob

tetchmeister · Post by **tetchmeister** » Thu 26 Jun, 2008 15:01

Book Jo and I in for this please.

spokey · Post by **spokey** » Thu 26 Jun, 2008 15:27

RobBruce wrote: Also, if anyone fancies organising a mini-cruise after, please let me know.

Well, duh!

burmagirl · Post by **burmagirl** » Fri 27 Jun, 2008 12:03

RobBruce wrote:As this is now starting to gather steam, I can confirm the date will be 20 September.

It is likely to be limited to 20 places, so let please post any interest ASAP.

Also, if anyone fancies organising a mini-cruise after, please let me know.

Rob

How mini a cruise? not offering to organise but want to be part of, although have to run away quick afterwards as I have a gig.

burmagirl

Bloke · Post by **Bloke** » Fri 27 Jun, 2008 15:25

RobBruce wrote:As this is now starting to gather steam, I can confirm the date will be 20 September.

It is likely to be limited to 20 places, so let please post any interest ASAP.

Also, if anyone fancies organising a mini-cruise after, please let me know.

Rob

Its in the diary for the 20th

Bloke

Gazza · Post by **Gazza** » Fri 27 Jun, 2008 15:28

Bloke wrote: Its in the diary for the 20th

Bloke

Me too

namatjira · Post by **namatjira** » Mon 30 Jun, 2008 10:53

Count me in too.

Bloke · Post by **Bloke** » Sat 19 Jul, 2008 00:53

Bloke wrote:
RobBruce wrote:As this is now starting to gather steam, I can confirm the date will be 20 September.

It is likely to be limited to 20 places, so let please post any interest ASAP.

Also, if anyone fancies organising a mini-cruise after, please let me know.

Rob
Its in the diary for the 20th

Bloke

PS the Wife wants to come to this too.... Cheers

Bloke

burmagirl · Post by **burmagirl** » Sun 20 Jul, 2008 17:37

Hi Rob

any updates yet? Is anyone doing a cruise after?

bumagirl

henrycrun · Post by **henrycrun** » Sun 20 Jul, 2008 18:42

BTW if anyone wants to eat after, there's a choice of (2) pubs in Lemsford village approx 1 mile away from Police HQ

burmagirl · Post by **burmagirl** » Mon 21 Jul, 2008 09:00

we used to go into one of those when I belonged to the archery club in Lemsford. Haven't been to either in years. Do they both do lunch?

burmagirl

henrycrun · Post by **henrycrun** » Mon 21 Jul, 2008 11:29

Sure do. I can get menus if needed nearer the date

E-Man · Post by **E-Man** » Mon 21 Jul, 2008 13:45

I may well be up for the cruise & lunch afterwards... (but not the HQ)...

Is this an option?

I'm at Goodwood Revival on the Friday, and this would make an nice addition to the weekend!!

Plus it would be good to meet some members too!!

RobBruce · Post by **RobBruce** » Tue 22 Jul, 2008 17:18

burmagirl wrote:Hi Rob

any updates yet? Is anyone doing a cruise after?

bumagirl

Hi,

Should have more details in the next few days when I get back to work. However, I think the room is booked, HQ and driving school are on board and there's interest from BMWCar magazine too - so should be good!

I haven't planned a cruise yet - I don't know if I'll be able to get off work early to run it so I probably won't be planning it - hence I asked for volunteers.

The Crooked Chimney pub isn't far away either - it's part of the Vintage Inns group which are fairly good for mainstream establishments.

Rob

RobBruce · Post by **RobBruce** » Tue 22 Jul, 2008 17:23

Bloke wrote: PS the Wife wants to come to this too.... Cheers

Bloke

No problem, she's always welcome. BTW, the Crooked Chimney is the same line as the Colney Fox

Fancy organising a run? Hint hint??

johnz3 · Post by **johnz3** » Tue 22 Jul, 2008 19:30

Hi, Is the book still open?

calbens · Post by **calbens** » Tue 22 Jul, 2008 20:46

RobBruce wrote: I don't know if I'll be able to get off work early to run it

Rob

Oooh Rob, does that mean we get to see you in Uniform?

RobBruce · Post by **RobBruce** » Tue 22 Jul, 2008 21:31

calbens wrote:
RobBruce wrote: I don't know if I'll be able to get off work early to run it

Rob
Oooh Rob, does that mean we get to see you in Uniform?

Yes.......

I'm back at work tomorrow so may have some updates then.

Just a quick question - this visit is primarily about Casualty Reduction, ANPR, better driving and a general insight into The Plod. Would anyone also like a look around an ARV and/or Dog Unit?

calbens · Post by **calbens** » Tue 22 Jul, 2008 21:33

Dog unit would be cool, not sure what the other is?

RobBruce · Post by **RobBruce** » Tue 22 Jul, 2008 21:59

calbens wrote:Dog unit would be cool, not sure what the other is?

Sorry - Armed Response Vehicle

Gazza · Post by **Gazza** » Tue 22 Jul, 2008 22:26

Re the Cruise after........What's the finish time at the HQ ?

The first section of the 'Longest Day Run' finishes at Great Yeldham and runs for around 2 1/2 hours or could be adjusted to finish at M11/J8

RobBruce · Post by **RobBruce** » Fri 25 Jul, 2008 16:36

LATEST UPDATE

I'm trying to confirm a time plan for the various visits/chats etc, depending on which units are available for us.

So far it looks like a 10am start at HQ - which is Stanborough, WGC. Likely to finish around 1300hrs at this rate.

I suggest a meet-up before hand so you can all arrive together. South Mimms services at J23 M25 is easy to find. Meeting there for 0900hrs gives a little room for lateness, and I should be able to meet you there.

It looks like BMWCar magazine will be attending too, so get the Meguiars out!

More details soon.

Rob

tetchmeister · Post by **tetchmeister** » Tue 29 Jul, 2008 18:45

Would like to see the Dogs too Rob.

RobBruce · Post by **RobBruce** » Mon 11 Aug, 2008 12:16

THIS IS NOW CANCELLED

Due to unforseen extreme stupidity I have to cancel this event. I had organised the tour, talks from Traffic and Driving School, booked a classroom and sorted out the press too.

However, suddenly the 'nanomanagement' have decided that I can't be released for even a couple of hours, and nor will they allow anyone else to fill in either.

So please accept my apologies for messing you about.

Rob

PS If anyone knows of a friendly brewery, I can think of some managers that need some organisational practice.......

Gazza · Post by **Gazza** » Mon 11 Aug, 2008 13:08

Sorry to hear that Rob

Maybe this can be kept on the back burner ?

Giles · Post by **Giles** » Mon 11 Aug, 2008 14:27

RobBruce wrote:THIS IS NOW CANCELLED
However, suddenly the 'nanomanagement' have decided that I can't be released for even a couple of hours, and nor will they allow anyone else to fill in either.

More bloodshed at the Melgwin tearooms?

Alfie · Post by **Alfie** » Mon 11 Aug, 2008 20:52

Shame. I was looking forward to....<ahem>....seeing things from the other side....

So if I did 120 up the A1 past J7, do you think I'd get a personal invitation?

Let us know if you are able to reschedule.

A.

calbens · Post by **calbens** » Tue 12 Aug, 2008 07:31

RobBruce wrote:
However, suddenly the 'nanomanagement' have decided that I can't be released for even a couple of hours, and nor will they allow anyone else to fill in either.

It's true then, when they say it doesn't pay to be too good at your job

I'm really sorry for you Rob, it must feel like a slap in the face after all the effort you put into organising it?

Damn! I was really looking forward to learning some tips of the trade (driving ones obviously)