Notices
Scooby Sprint Championship / ScoobyLive The UK's fastest Scoobies, compete against the clock, and head to head.

Anyone know of a decent hotel near Elvington

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old 28 April 2007 | 12:46 PM
  #1  
SleeperSy's Avatar
SleeperSy
Thread Starter
Scooby Regular
 
Joined: Nov 2005
Posts: 753
Likes: 0
From: 1997 2000 GL'T=Grand Lux + Turbonator
Default Anyone know of a decent hotel near Elvington

Hi All,

Anyone know of a good hotel near Elvington as I live in London, so will travel up Saturday and stay overnight.


Thanks


SleeperSy
Old 28 April 2007 | 01:04 PM
  #2  
Neilo's Avatar
Neilo
Scooby Regular
 
Joined: Jul 2003
Posts: 5,734
Likes: 0
From: Behind the wheel of a Time Attack R33 GTR
Default

i intend on staying at the travelodge nearest to it. was quite convenient last year and not too bad on the pocket.
Old 28 April 2007 | 01:09 PM
  #3  
SleeperSy's Avatar
SleeperSy
Thread Starter
Scooby Regular
 
Joined: Nov 2005
Posts: 753
Likes: 0
From: 1997 2000 GL'T=Grand Lux + Turbonator
Default

Thanks Neilo,

Will check it out. No donuts in the carpark!!!
Old 28 April 2007 | 08:31 PM
  #4  
mickywrx's Avatar
mickywrx
Unmapped 12.4s @ 105
iTrader: (29)
 
Joined: Apr 2005
Posts: 11,777
Likes: 4
From: Newcastle. 330bhp-289lb/ft @ 1bar boost - 12.4s @ 105mph
Post

I don't like early mornings so I've sorted my hotel out already. Very close to Elvington I think.

EXPRESS BY HOLIDAY INN YORK HOTELS | YORK-EAST | Official Hotel Site
Old 28 April 2007 | 09:43 PM
  #5  
Bug Eyed Peas's Avatar
Bug Eyed Peas
Scooby Regular
 
Joined: May 2006
Posts: 4,702
Likes: 0
From: York Scoobs. . . . Onwards & Upwards
Default

Originally Posted by mickywrx
I don't like early mornings so I've sorted my hotel out already. Very close to Elvington I think.

EXPRESS BY HOLIDAY INN YORK HOTELS | YORK-EAST | Official Hotel Site
Cracking carvery as well .
Old 29 April 2007 | 11:07 AM
  #6  
SleeperSy's Avatar
SleeperSy
Thread Starter
Scooby Regular
 
Joined: Nov 2005
Posts: 753
Likes: 0
From: 1997 2000 GL'T=Grand Lux + Turbonator
Default

Thanks Guys
Old 29 April 2007 | 08:03 PM
  #7  
gingerflyer's Avatar
gingerflyer
Scooby Regular
 
Joined: Mar 2007
Posts: 34
Likes: 0
Default

Originally Posted by mickywrx
I don't like early mornings so I've sorted my hotel out already. Very close to Elvington I think.

EXPRESS BY HOLIDAY INN YORK HOTELS | YORK-EAST | Official Hotel Site
5.9 mile

Time Mile Instruction For Toward
Summary: 5.9 miles (10 minutes)
09:00 0.0 Depart Holiday Inn Express [Malton Road, Huntington, York, YO32 9, United Kingdom, Tel: +44 1904-438660] on A1036 [Malton Road] (East) 0.2 mi
09:00 0.2 At roundabout, take the THIRD exit 76 yds
09:00 0.3 Exit roundabout onto A1237 0.1 mi
09:00 0.4 At roundabout, take the SECOND exit 0.1 mi
09:00 0.6 Exit roundabout onto A64 2.1 mi
09:04 2.7 Continue (South) on Ramp 0.2 mi
09:04 2.9 At roundabout, take the SECOND exit 98 yds
09:04 2.9 Exit roundabout onto A1079 98 yds
09:05 3.0 Turn RIGHT (South) onto B1228 [Elvington Lane] 2.8 mi
09:10 5.8 Turn RIGHT (South) onto Halifax Way 0.1 mi
09:10 5.9 Arrive Halifax Way, Elvington, York YO41 4

SUMMARY
Driving distance: 5.9 miles
Trip duration: 10 minutes
Driving time: 10 minutes
Cost: £0.70

Last edited by gingerflyer; 29 April 2007 at 08:09 PM.
Old 29 April 2007 | 08:04 PM
  #8  
mickywrx's Avatar
mickywrx
Unmapped 12.4s @ 105
iTrader: (29)
 
Joined: Apr 2005
Posts: 11,777
Likes: 4
From: Newcastle. 330bhp-289lb/ft @ 1bar boost - 12.4s @ 105mph
Post

Shorter drive than from the Toon then
Old 30 April 2007 | 12:19 PM
  #9  
bluenosewrx's Avatar
bluenosewrx
Scooby Regular
iTrader: (2)
 
Joined: Apr 2003
Posts: 2,144
Likes: 0
From: Lanarkshire
Default

There is a good hotel called the Angel in Topcliffe, a village abot 25 miles away, vrey discreet and good parking.

Mac
Old 30 April 2007 | 03:16 PM
  #10  
Lee247's Avatar
Lee247
SN Fairy Godmother
 
Joined: Nov 2003
Posts: 35,246
Likes: 0
From: Far Far Away
Default

We've not booked our hotel yet
I'll keep an eye on this thread for ideas
Old 02 May 2007 | 11:29 AM
  #11  
bluenosewrx's Avatar
bluenosewrx
Scooby Regular
iTrader: (2)
 
Joined: Apr 2003
Posts: 2,144
Likes: 0
From: Lanarkshire
Default

There is also a resteraunt near Topcliffe called the Crab and Lobster which is very very nice, bit pricey though and it has its own hotel with exclusive rooms with hot tubs etc Circa £200 @ Night though.

http://www.crabandlobster.com/restaurant.aspx
Go on Treat yourself

Mac
Old 02 May 2007 | 03:24 PM
  #12  
mickywrx's Avatar
mickywrx
Unmapped 12.4s @ 105
iTrader: (29)
 
Joined: Apr 2005
Posts: 11,777
Likes: 4
From: Newcastle. 330bhp-289lb/ft @ 1bar boost - 12.4s @ 105mph
Default

Originally Posted by bluenosewrx
There is also a resteraunt near Topcliffe called the Crab and Lobster which is very very nice, bit pricey though and it has its own hotel with exclusive rooms with hot tubs etc Circa £200 @ Night though.

restaurant
Go on Treat yourself

Mac
How much!!

I'm not planning to spend that much on beer, nevermind somewhere to sleep it off
Old 03 May 2007 | 07:10 PM
  #13  
Bug Eyed Peas's Avatar
Bug Eyed Peas
Scooby Regular
 
Joined: May 2006
Posts: 4,702
Likes: 0
From: York Scoobs. . . . Onwards & Upwards
Default

Micky, you`ll have a good night where you have booked.

Anthony
Old 03 May 2007 | 07:23 PM
  #14  
mickywrx's Avatar
mickywrx
Unmapped 12.4s @ 105
iTrader: (29)
 
Joined: Apr 2005
Posts: 11,777
Likes: 4
From: Newcastle. 330bhp-289lb/ft @ 1bar boost - 12.4s @ 105mph
Post

Originally Posted by Bug Eyed Peas
Micky, you`ll have a good night where you have booked.

Anthony
I sure will. They sell Foster's
Old 03 May 2007 | 08:17 PM
  #15  
Bug Eyed Peas's Avatar
Bug Eyed Peas
Scooby Regular
 
Joined: May 2006
Posts: 4,702
Likes: 0
From: York Scoobs. . . . Onwards & Upwards
Default

I don`t know .

Anthony

I`ll find out for you.
Old 03 May 2007 | 08:20 PM
  #16  
cdfracing's Avatar
cdfracing
Scooby Regular
 
Joined: Apr 2006
Posts: 1,387
Likes: 0
Default

Originally Posted by mickywrx
I sure will. They sell Foster's


Hell yeah! Just booked !!
Old 04 May 2007 | 06:39 PM
  #17  
mickywrx's Avatar
mickywrx
Unmapped 12.4s @ 105
iTrader: (29)
 
Joined: Apr 2005
Posts: 11,777
Likes: 4
From: Newcastle. 330bhp-289lb/ft @ 1bar boost - 12.4s @ 105mph
Post

Scoobynet Live pre-event drinking session
Old 04 May 2007 | 07:04 PM
  #18  
Bug Eyed Peas's Avatar
Bug Eyed Peas
Scooby Regular
 
Joined: May 2006
Posts: 4,702
Likes: 0
From: York Scoobs. . . . Onwards & Upwards
Default

Thats good then. I may pop down and meet you all.

Anthony

Any more info you need just ask. I.E nearest petrol station
Old 04 May 2007 | 07:09 PM
  #19  
cdfracing's Avatar
cdfracing
Scooby Regular
 
Joined: Apr 2006
Posts: 1,387
Likes: 0
Default

Originally Posted by mickywrx
Scoobynet Live pre-event drinking session
I drink like a
Old 04 May 2007 | 07:55 PM
  #20  
Bug Eyed Peas's Avatar
Bug Eyed Peas
Scooby Regular
 
Joined: May 2006
Posts: 4,702
Likes: 0
From: York Scoobs. . . . Onwards & Upwards
Default

Girl?
Old 04 May 2007 | 08:13 PM
  #21  
mickywrx's Avatar
mickywrx
Unmapped 12.4s @ 105
iTrader: (29)
 
Joined: Apr 2005
Posts: 11,777
Likes: 4
From: Newcastle. 330bhp-289lb/ft @ 1bar boost - 12.4s @ 105mph
Post

Originally Posted by cdfracing
I drink like a
Sissy
Old 04 May 2007 | 08:33 PM
  #22  
mickywrx's Avatar
mickywrx
Unmapped 12.4s @ 105
iTrader: (29)
 
Joined: Apr 2005
Posts: 11,777
Likes: 4
From: Newcastle. 330bhp-289lb/ft @ 1bar boost - 12.4s @ 105mph
Post

CDF - IIRC your names Chris, right?

You bring so bling shiny light bits for my car and supply fit FOC, and I'll buy you a pint



Micky
Old 04 May 2007 | 08:34 PM
  #23  
cdfracing's Avatar
cdfracing
Scooby Regular
 
Joined: Apr 2006
Posts: 1,387
Likes: 0
Default

what you after?
Old 04 May 2007 | 08:35 PM
  #24  
cdfracing's Avatar
cdfracing
Scooby Regular
 
Joined: Apr 2006
Posts: 1,387
Likes: 0
Default

Originally Posted by mickywrx
Sissy

Old 04 May 2007 | 08:39 PM
  #25  
Bug Eyed Peas's Avatar
Bug Eyed Peas
Scooby Regular
 
Joined: May 2006
Posts: 4,702
Likes: 0
From: York Scoobs. . . . Onwards & Upwards
Default I Prefer These Though

Old 04 May 2007 | 08:40 PM
  #26  
cdfracing's Avatar
cdfracing
Scooby Regular
 
Joined: Apr 2006
Posts: 1,387
Likes: 0
Default

i think we are going off topic
Old 04 May 2007 | 08:42 PM
  #27  
mickywrx's Avatar
mickywrx
Unmapped 12.4s @ 105
iTrader: (29)
 
Joined: Apr 2005
Posts: 11,777
Likes: 4
From: Newcastle. 330bhp-289lb/ft @ 1bar boost - 12.4s @ 105mph
Post

Originally Posted by cdfracing
what you after?
Free stuff Anything to that serves a purpose, and is free.

I'm a right cheeky freebie seeker
Old 04 May 2007 | 08:49 PM
  #28  
cdfracing's Avatar
cdfracing
Scooby Regular
 
Joined: Apr 2006
Posts: 1,387
Likes: 0
Default

Originally Posted by mickywrx
Free stuff Anything to that serves a purpose, and is free.

I'm a right cheeky freebie seeker
Hey , ya don't ask ya don't get ! Get a few barcardi's down me and who knows
Old 04 May 2007 | 08:50 PM
  #29  
mickywrx's Avatar
mickywrx
Unmapped 12.4s @ 105
iTrader: (29)
 
Joined: Apr 2005
Posts: 11,777
Likes: 4
From: Newcastle. 330bhp-289lb/ft @ 1bar boost - 12.4s @ 105mph
Post

Just a bit.

Looks quite a nice hotel:




Old 04 May 2007 | 08:51 PM
  #30  
mickywrx's Avatar
mickywrx
Unmapped 12.4s @ 105
iTrader: (29)
 
Joined: Apr 2005
Posts: 11,777
Likes: 4
From: Newcastle. 330bhp-289lb/ft @ 1bar boost - 12.4s @ 105mph
Post

Originally Posted by cdfracing
Hey , ya don't ask ya don't get ! Get a few barcardi's down me and who knows
Shy bairns get no sweets


Quick Reply: Anyone know of a decent hotel near Elvington



All times are GMT +1. The time now is 12:28 AM.