MACRAE Posted 15 March , 2005 Share Posted 15 March , 2005 Going to Ypres this saturday and i need my fix i am and not ashamed to admit a badge junkie yes i have been a junkie for 35 years now, What i would like to know is is there any militaria shops etc in Ypres so i can browse etc and most important a internet cafe so i can check my emails . Dan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LizM Posted 15 March , 2005 Share Posted 15 March , 2005 Hi The only shop that really sells militaria is the "Shell Hole", but on Sunday if you are here, there is a military fair being held at the Expo Centre starts at 9.00a.m will be a big one. Can get your e-mails checked at "Game mania" which is by the canal and very cheap or the NovaTel but they can be pricey. Liz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frajohn Posted 15 March , 2005 Share Posted 15 March , 2005 Hi Liz Would you be so kind as to post some more information regarding the fair this coming Sunday. The location of the Expo Centre would also be a help. Kind regards John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LizM Posted 15 March , 2005 Share Posted 15 March , 2005 Hi John The Fair is at Westhoek Exp, Albert Denhemlaan 27, 8900 Ypres Off the N38 Ieper/Poperinge road From the Best Western go straight down that road, cannot really miss it. Starts at 9.00 a.m until 3.00 pm and is 3.00 euro admission Large Military Market of weapons for collectors, uniforms etc. Go to www.westhoekexpo.be for a map Regards Liz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frajohn Posted 15 March , 2005 Share Posted 15 March , 2005 Hi Liz Many thanks for the swift reply. Have already booked an early, very early, train ride! Should be there just after it opens. Kind regards John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LizM Posted 15 March , 2005 Share Posted 15 March , 2005 Glad to of been of service, have a good day trip over. Liz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GY402 Posted 15 March , 2005 Share Posted 15 March , 2005 Hi FraJohn and Dan, I too go to Ypres(for the 1st time) this weekend. Arrive Friday, leave Sunday. Staying at the Novotel. Have a good day. Christian Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MACRAE Posted 16 March , 2005 Author Share Posted 16 March , 2005 Hi all thanks for the replys but my trip has been called of due to my wife being ill and a dr that could not find his way out of a building with torch map and compass any way thanks it shows the forum has good contacts and helpful members . Dan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pooter Posted 16 March , 2005 Share Posted 16 March , 2005 Have already booked an early, very early, train ride! Should be there just after it opens. Can you give me details of your train journey please. I have this fear of driving on the wrong side of the road and would like to try a visit by train. Thanks, enjoy the day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frajohn Posted 16 March , 2005 Share Posted 16 March , 2005 Hi Pooter Sorry to disappoint, but, the train I mentioned is one to carry my car! Because it is only going to be a day trip, I have booked a very early shuttle. The price was just £39 return. The downside is that as I live in Devon, it does mean a hotel bill for the Saturday night, local to the tunnel. Driving on the right is far easier than you think, I find the hardest part is on the return to the UK. In general I have found the traffic far lighter than in the UK. Kind regards John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LizM Posted 17 March , 2005 Share Posted 17 March , 2005 You could get a train from Waterloo to Lille (1hr 40mins ) then train to Kortrijk change for Ypres, they run every hour. Cheaper at the weekend very expensive in the week. But easier by car, if I can drive on the other side of the road anyone can, easier over here than England, roads are clear! Liz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pooter Posted 18 March , 2005 Share Posted 18 March , 2005 Thanks for the replies, one day I may give it a go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kerry Posted 26 March , 2005 Share Posted 26 March , 2005 Dear LizM, does this fair at Expo happen every weekend? I'm going to Ypres 6-10 May and would love to visit a militaria or flea market if there is one anywhere over that weekend. Thanks. Kerry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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