📆 FRIDAY 1 MAY
Attendees: Grandpa (collected by Team-North)
Transport: Train arrival, met at station by Team-North
Notes: Ensure smooth station pickup
Location: BHL (Team-North's home, west Sheffield)
Attendees: Grandpa, Team-North (2 people)
Activities: Tour of gardens, lower floors, tea, relaxation
Map: 📍 Google Maps
Venue: Bradfield Plough (Team-North's favorite restaurant)
Attendees: Grandpa, Team-North (~3 people)
Cuisine: British gastropub
Booking: ✅ Required (contact Team-North for confirmation)
Map: 📍 Google Maps
Destination: Premier Inn Meadowhall
Transport: Taxi or Team-North (TBD)
Arrival Time: ~22:30 at hotel
Group: Team-G (2 adults + 2 children)
Hotel: Premier Inn Meadowhall
Notes: Late arrival; check-in completed before late night rest
📆 SATURDAY 2 MAY
Location: Thornbridge Estate, Peak District
Attendees: Grandpa, Team-North, Team-G (~5–6 people)
Activity Type: Gentle estate walks through historic grounds & gardens
Distance: Flexible (adjust on the day based on fitness/weather)
Fitness Level: Easy (suitable for everyone)
Lunch: Picnic/supermarket sandwiches (bring your own)
Transport: 2 cars (Team-North, Team-G)
Parking: Estate parking available
Weather: 19°C, slightly cloudy ☁️ (good for walking)
Info: 🌐 Thornbridge Estate
Map: 📍 Google Maps
Group: Team-TV (2 adults + 2 children)
Meeting Point: Bakewell town center (parking & main street)
Transport: Drive independently from hotel; meet the group at Bakewell
Notes: All groups now together for rest of weekend!
Location: Bakewell town center
Activities:
- Walk around charming market town
- Eat famous Bakewell Pudding (local specialty!)
- Browse shops & sights
- Photos & memories
Purpose: Team-TV experiences Peak District charm
Parking: 🅿️ Bakewell Bridge Car Park
Map: 📍 Google Maps
Venue: Our Cow Molly ice cream parlor
Location: Near BHL, west Sheffield
Website: 🌐 ourcowmolly.co.uk
Attendees: All groups (~11 people)
⚠️ IMPORTANT: Closes at 17:00 (arrives ~16:30, leaves by ~16:50)
Activity: Ice cream break & photos
Contingency: If weather poor or venue closed, substitute nearby café or ice cream
Map: 📍 Google Maps
Route: Peak District scenic drive with photo stops
Attendees: All groups (convoy of 3 cars)
Duration: ~1 hour drive
Purpose: Team-TV photo memories, final Peak District views
Highlights: Rolling hills, moorland, photo opportunities
Venue: Generous George (Eight Foot Way Pub)
Website: 🌐 eightfootwaypub.co.uk
Attendees: All groups (~11 people)
Booking: ✅ REQUIRED – contact venue to confirm capacity
Time: 18:00 arrival (dinner ends ~20:00)
Cuisine: Pub food & ales
Notes: Family-friendly, relaxed atmosphere
Map: 📍 Google Maps
Destinations:
- Hotel teams → Premier Inn Meadowhall
- Team-North → BHL
Transport: 3 cars
📆 SUNDAY 3 MAY 🎪
⭐ OPTIONAL: Flexible participation — do all, part, or skip!
Activity: Self-guided mystery walking tour
Website: 🌐 mysteryguides.co.uk
Location: Sheffield City Center
Distance: 3.25 km walking tour
Duration: ~3 hours
Booking: None required (follow guidebook)
Format: Solve puzzles while exploring city center
Attendees: Interested groups (TBD)
Context: Bank Holiday + World Snooker Championship finals = busy city center
Flexibility: Can start later, skip parts, or return early if needed
Location: Sheffield City Center (near City Hall)
Type: Casual, quick meal (café, supermarket, snacks)
Purpose: Fuel before concert
Attendees: All groups
✅ BOOKED: Tickets confirmed & paid
Venue: Sheffield City Hall, Barker Pool, Sheffield S1 1SU
Attendees: All 11 people
Duration: ~2 hours
Notes: This is the highlight of Sunday! Seats are pre-allocated — check your tickets
Parking: N/A (public transport only)
Website: 🌐 Sheffield City Hall
Map: 📍 Google Maps
Location: Valley Centertainment (shopping center)
Distance from hotel: <1km (tram-adjacent)
Attendees: All groups (~11 people)
Food Options: Multiple restaurants available
Note: May be busy (post-snooker finals rush)
Parking: Shopping center parking available
Map: 📍 Google Maps
Hotel residents: Tram/taxi to Premier Inn Meadowhall
Team-North: Taxi from Valley Centertainment to BHL
📆 MONDAY 4 MAY ⭐
$# May4th be with you #$
Location: BHL (Team-North's home)
Attendees: Grandpa, Team-TV, Team-North
⭐ Optional: Team-G likely departing early (but welcome if interested)
Activity: Informal gathering, breakfast/tea, final farewells
Highlights: Photo opportunities, gift exchange, relaxation
Purpose: Final group time before departures
Grandpa: Mid-day train from Sheffield station
Team-TV: Drive home (~lunchtime departure)
Team-G: Likely departed early Mon, or own activities
Team-North: Hosting/assisting with departures
Final Goodbyes: Photos, hugs, promises to do this again soon! 💙