Looking for some buddies in UK (and EU) to investigate underground / secret / hidden facilities, page 3

reply to post by woogleuk

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golden rule with me has always been leave it as i found it. sometimes that isn't the case with others and i always carry a bin bag for the lesser educated individuals who have thrown their crap about. i do own an expedition tent however i always use a drawable poncho and bivi bag. much easier to carry and quick to deploy.
as long as tents are not erected in certain areas, no-one can stop you from sitting around out in the sticks. for some years i was a member of the British Mountaineering Council (been meaning to re-register) and as long as no damage has been caused and the area is out of the way, no-one else is the wiser. i never really went for the campsites as i have always been on the peaks. a much better view and very peaceful.
regards f

Originally posted by fakedirt
reply to post by woogleuk

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i was up at castlerigg mid winter solstice full moon 1999. four of us stayed all night and it was amazing. i think they may frown on tents though! maybe castlerigg farm will allow us to hire a patch for a night?
regards f

Castlerigg, that sounds VERY interesting. Is the stone circle... feels active?

Defo would be up for some camping there under stars!

reply to post by Freeman

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Unlike the US, abandoned bases in the United Kingdom are still patrolled by MOD security. And investigating hidden and current classified facilities will end up with you being persecuted under the anti-terrorism Act. I'm not deliberately being provocative, or pissing on your cornflakes, but it's not wise to attract unwanted attention.

Only one brief moment of curiosity and your name is on a list somewhere.

reply to post by infinite

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lol, in uk they take it very seriously, especially if you where too mention one online that no one knew off.

reply to post by andy1033

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Oh Andy, are we still suffering from paranoia?

reply to post by Freeman

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castlerigg was and still is an unforgettable experience on an overnighter. in certain conditions i swear the stones had a visible glow (1999 solstice). me and the missus attempted to get married there but we couldn't contact the duty druid after spending several weeks chasing up contact numbers,phone calls and emails. seems the dude must have been heavily occupied or on a sabbatical. we eventually opted to nearer my meeting ground instead.
regards f

reply to post by infinite

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a healthy distance and 'oh no i do not understand, what do you mean i am a spy?' would maybe be appropriate under the circumstances. it does not stop interested individuals from seeing the sites as long as no specifics are mentioned, we are but ramblers after all. be sure to get the loudest jacket on earth!
regards f

reply to post by woogleuk

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ow do mukka,
if members are truly sincere about a meet and greet, i feel certain rules should be agreed beforehand. one that comes to mind is cameras. if members wish to remain discreet then it should be agreed that no footage should be taken of said members. information applies as well. i do hope these things are thought out beforhand so as not to cause any friction at a later date. other than that keep an eye out for axe handles!
regards f

reply to post by welshbeliever

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brecon beacons sounds cool. we may meet some saturdays and sundays! i've done the noth wales llanberis etc but never ventured south.
regards f

reply to post by fakedirt

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Yeah, agreed, whilst I have no issues with photos of me, I fully respect other peoples wishes on that front, I take my camera in case anything unexpected does happen anyway. As long as everyone gets along and respects other peoples opinions on whatever matter, then it's all good by me.

reply to post by woogleuk

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nice one. i guess timings will be considered sooner or later. early days at the mo i suppose. i'll take a look in my hong kong book of kung foo to see if there is any cool astro stuff happening this summer.
regards f

reply to post by infinite

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It depends what the security are like. As long as you dont damage anything in order to enter anywhere you should be ok aplaining yourselves as hikers etc. In the UK some security are over the top, but generally I find the police/security personel to be actually quite alright and understanding. Just make sure you dont look like a loads loonies on the loose!

If you act genuinely suprised that you've 'accidently' strayed somewhere you shoouldnt be im sure you'l be alright, its not like America ...yet!

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