20th Division Posted 23 November , 2013 Share Posted 23 November , 2013 I am trying to contact Patrik Indevuyst. I have his e-mail address but have a feeling he may have changed it recently.Can anyone p.m. me with it IF this is so please? Many Thanks. David. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BIFFO Posted 23 November , 2013 Share Posted 23 November , 2013 good luck I have e mailed patrik loads of times and he has NEVER answered dont really know why he has an address I wanted to spend money and he still didnt bother, unless of course its me !! Biff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
20th Division Posted 23 November , 2013 Author Share Posted 23 November , 2013 OR ME!! ( thanks for getting back---I'll let you know how I've got on). David ( Norwich). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dawley Jockey Posted 23 November , 2013 Share Posted 23 November , 2013 Is Patrick still in Ypres ? I only ask because in another thread it is mentioned that his book shop 'The Shell Ole' is being converted into another Chocolate shop or had he already relocated, as I have not made it to Ypres this year I wouldn't know if he had moved or not. Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
20th Division Posted 23 November , 2013 Author Share Posted 23 November , 2013 I met Patrik, his usual friendly and knowledgeable self, in August. He was still in his shop but maybe moving. WE WILL CERTAINLY MISS HIM!!!!. It would be good to keep in touch with such a character--an amazing source of knowledge and contacts.! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mick D Posted 23 November , 2013 Share Posted 23 November , 2013 I was in his shop a couple of weeks ago, and noticed that he didn't have one bit of militaria on display in his window. it made me wonder if he was closing or moving. Mick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrislock Posted 24 November , 2013 Share Posted 24 November , 2013 The Shell Hole has gone as has Patrick. The shop is now a beer/choc/tourist shop. Patrick now has another life and if he wishes to post where, what, etc I am sure he will!. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seadog Posted 24 November , 2013 Share Posted 24 November , 2013 Thats life and retail will survive if there is a demand. I would have thought that an internet site would have been a better bet for the excellent books that Patrick had in the shop when last I had the pleasure to visit. Norman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dawley Jockey Posted 24 November , 2013 Share Posted 24 November , 2013 The Shell Hole has gone as has Patrick. The shop is now a beer/choc/tourist shop. Patrick now has another life and if he wishes to post where, what, etc I am sure he will!. Well that's a shame, another of my regular stopping points gone. Spent many an hour or two browsing the stock in both formats of the 'Shell Ole' ( John's & Patrick's) and have always come away with something and at a reasonable price. In fact one year brought that much I had three friends help me carry it back to our hotel, did get an odd glance or two. Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BIFFO Posted 24 November , 2013 Share Posted 24 November , 2013 now thats a shame,I allways found his dry wit funny his knowledge astounding,when visiting ypres we all ways visited and attempted to haggle a price which never worked,what ever he is doing im sure we wish him well Biff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave1418 Posted 24 November , 2013 Share Posted 24 November , 2013 Went there yesterday, definitely shut and is in the process of being converted into a specialist chocolate/beer shop. Nothing to say where he has gone to either. A decent shop disappearing again to be replaced by even more confectionary Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jscott Posted 24 November , 2013 Share Posted 24 November , 2013 I'm very disappointed to hear this. I was in the Shell Hole only a few months ago and whilst I noticed that it was a little light on stock I didn't get to speak with Patrik as there were a number of locals in the shop who chatting with him. I purchased a few shell fuses and 2 relic P1907 bayonets there 4-5 years ago and that was the start of my interest in collecting WW1 bayonets and militaria. These are still treasured items - especially the 1907 that was found on Broodseinde Ridge. I hope all is well with Patrik and I would be very interested to know if he sets up somewhere else. Jonathan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Ridgus Posted 24 November , 2013 Share Posted 24 November , 2013 Sorry to hear this. Only went there once, when taking a school trip, but remember it well as he could not have been more forbearing or more helpful David Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cnock Posted 25 November , 2013 Share Posted 25 November , 2013 Hello, Patrick is not gone but reorganizing his usual activities I am sure You will hear of him in the near future regards, Cnock Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BIFFO Posted 25 November , 2013 Share Posted 25 November , 2013 hip hip horray I`ll get me money ready cnock can you please ask patrik to join the IT world get a website AND ANSWER HIS E MAILS Biff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bruce Posted 25 November , 2013 Share Posted 25 November , 2013 Patrick is now managing his business from the garage at his home in Boezinghe. Try phoning 0032 472 477 554 Bruce Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
20th Division Posted 25 November , 2013 Author Share Posted 25 November , 2013 GREAT NEWS. Can't lose contact with such a "Belgian National Treasure"!!!! Hope all's well with him---If anyone sees him in the next week or two---please pass on ALL our warmest greetings,wish him well and tell him we miss his shop!!!! Dave. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mick D Posted 25 November , 2013 Share Posted 25 November , 2013 What a pity his shop is leaving Ypres, it was one of my 'must visit' locations on every trip. Another bland chocolate shop ? yawn.................................................. Mick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrislock Posted 25 November , 2013 Share Posted 25 November , 2013 Patrick's Shell Hole shop opposite the cloth hall had indeed gone but life goes on, including Patrick's wherever it leads him. As for his old shop, beer chocs and tourist stuff will soon follow...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrislock Posted 27 November , 2013 Share Posted 27 November , 2013 Just bumped into Patrick and had a pleasant chat. He is well and is continuing with his work and life and is without doubt most happy with his new life! Here is his old "Shell Hole" shop, full of beers, chocs and biscuits about an hour ago....... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the shell hole Posted 17 December , 2013 Share Posted 17 December , 2013 Hello dear people from this forum, First of all: my excuses for my long silence & the moments of uncertainty. I'm still in business and working out of my homestead. This decision I took for 2 reasons: First of all I took this decision for economic reasons (most of my business & earnings came outside of the shop, most of my costs were the shop). Secondly, Ypres is changing into a town that is not me anymore. The best way to get contact with me is giving me a ring on my phone (yes, I'm terrible in following up my emails), or just drop by my house in Boezinge (coffee is hot, welcome & free if I'm there). These are my details: Patrik Indevuyst The Shell Hole Bookshop Diksmuidseweg 319 8904 Boezinge +32 472 47 75 54 You can also look on www.delcampe.net where I'm selling under the name TRIGS. Kind regards, Patrik from The Shell Hole Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hazelclark Posted 18 December , 2013 Share Posted 18 December , 2013 good luck I have e mailed patrik loads of times and he has NEVER answered dont really know why he has an address I wanted to spend money and he still didnt bother, unless of course its me !! Biff Everyone loves youuuuuuuuuuuu. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yorke Scarlett Posted 18 December , 2013 Share Posted 18 December , 2013 Glad to see you are still in business and not all that far from Ieper. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
20th Division Posted 31 December , 2013 Author Share Posted 31 December , 2013 Hi Patrik, So glad to hear you are up-n-running and most importantly happy in your work again. We'll miss the shop but will look forward to meeting YOU again,sharing a cup of that delicious Belgian coffee with you (---MMMMMMMM!!!!) and even doing a bit of "buying". ( Some 20th div shell cases if you recall). Best wishes and GOOD LUCK matey. Hope to see you in April. Wishing you a very HAPPY 2014.Dave. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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