04-09-2018, 06:06 PM
As a brand new Austineer and even old car owner I had never been to an Autojumble and did not know what to expect. I had been to Beaulieu many times as I am a forester now living in Sussex. I pre booked my ticket, was there early, 8 a.m., good move, car parked near entrance. Had a doze in the car, walked in through entrance at 9.15, Short wait, some poor lady was wheeled through on a stretcher, hope she is OK. Orderly opening. I was surprised at the number of stalls and exhibitors, the variety was immense. I had a pre prepared shopping list which was very helpful, and soon sorted out where my pre ordered stands were. Very friendly people everywhere, stallholders prepared to do deals although guys selling prepacked nuts and bolts and washers etc were complaining that they had to sell a lot of £1 bags to make a profit after paying £600 for a small stand.. Refreshments were easily available at typical event prices but hey ho, take your own or don't complain.
It was great to meet people that I had previously only had contact with online. So much help for a newbie like me. I came away contented and tired and was able to stay with my sister at nearby Ferndown, great to catch up.
Thanks to all.
It was great to meet people that I had previously only had contact with online. So much help for a newbie like me. I came away contented and tired and was able to stay with my sister at nearby Ferndown, great to catch up.
Thanks to all.