Bristol Vegan Fayre 2008 – Over 11,000 at the show

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Bristol, UK ~ Over a hundred vegan independent businesses received just the shot in the arm they needed at the 6th annual Bristol Vegan Fayre (May 31st June 1st 08), with over 11,000 at the show over 2 days, and the spend was significantly up for many of the stallholders, which was more than welcome in this current doom and gloom climate. Many stallholders reported that they had sold out before the end of Saturday with their best ever trading figures for a vegan event, and already there have been enquiries for next year with leading vegan brands including Provamel, Beanie’s, Bute Island and major distributors such as Suma, Essential, Infinity and Marigold more than happy with the weekend. Peter from Community Foods summed it up perfectly ...

‘THAT was the MOST AMAZING MEGA show in the whole world. Not only was it incredibly busy on both days and we sold out all the food we brought, but it was so well run, the atmosphere was great, extra special, it was like going back to the sixties. There were so many times when I stopped to see lots of different groups of people having fun and everyone was so relaxed and friendly and the music was fantastic too. And all this was down to you, all the work you put in and the vibes you created.A big THANK YOU for a wonderful week end, kind regards, Peter Young, Community Foods’

Praise indeed from one who knows – and a fantastic credit to so many independents, small firms, charities, campaigners and individuals who have pulled together to make such an excellent showcase event for the worlds most ethical lifestyle – the vegan lifestyle.

Particularly well received were the 60 talks and demos including cookery classes and raw food prep zones – indeed the interest in the Living Raw area reflected the success of leading raw firms like DetoxYourWorld, Total Raw Food, Raw Magic and The Fresh Network pulling together to help present the best of this fast growing lifestyle choice.

The Show Specials idea worked a treat too, with over 80 stallholders offering specials show offers and discounts, as well as several leading brands like Rude Health, Jason, Good Oil, Viridian, Booja Booja and Plamil represented at the show without actually being there in person, courtesy of their generous donations which insured a high profile presence at the show with a minimum of resources and investment.

But once again it was the high level of entertainment that stole the show, with headline bands Misty in Roots, Aswad, Bad Manners, Dreadzone and Babyhead creating a right pukka stir down by the Main Stage and insuring that thousands of new people were welcomed into the vegan circles and given the opportunity to embrace the best people, products, projects, education and inspiration that the vegan community has to offerThanks due to so many, including Bristol City Council and the Authorities, whose most excellent support, attitude and approach to this event has been exemplary, and of course to all our stallholders, sponsors and supporters for bothering – well appreciated.

And even better – the Vegfam ‘Gimme 5’ campaign was launched at this year’s BVF – with over £700 raised overall for this wonderful charity that Feeds The Hungry Without Exploiting Animals, as well as over 15,000 flyers distributed. A child dies from starvation every 5 seconds on this planet, and Vegfam seek to assist in challenging this. See www.vegfamcharity.org.uk for more details

Organisers Yaoh are already planning next year’s event – as well as others!

For more info, pictures etc please contact Tim from Yaoh0117 9239053www.yaoh.co.ukwww.bristolveganfayre.co.uk

The Bristol Vegan Fayre 008 was organised by Yaoh Hemp Products, and sponsored by Beanie’s, Bute Island, Plamil, Infinity, Suma, Yagga, Shakeaway and The Vegan Society.

The event was supported by DetoxYourWorld, Total Raw Food, Essential, Veggiesnow, FoodsforLife, Community Foods, VeggieVision, Attwoolls, Viva!, Amphora Aromatics, Marigold & The Spark

Thanks to Tony Bishop Weston (PeaPR.com), Karin Ridgers (mad-promotions.com), Jenny and Ian (Excellart.co.uk) & Frank Bryant (yaoh.co.uk) for their most excellent PR services

 

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Interesting... so, let's assume that the costs of staging it hasn't increased significantly since last year (same venue, etc.)... which would mean that the 1200% increase in entry fee will have made the organisers a nice fat £121,000 extra profit!

 

I think the Bristol Vegan Fayre is the only thing which has outstripped Petrol for rise in cost!

 

BB

Peter

 

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Friday, June 13, 2008 9:00 PM

Re: Bristol Vegan Fayre 2008 – Over 11,000 at the show

 

 

 

 

Bristol, UK ~ Over a hundred vegan independent businesses received just the shot in the arm they needed at the 6th annual Bristol Vegan Fayre (May 31st June 1st 08), with over 11,000 at the show over 2 days, and the spend was significantly up for many of the stallholders, which was more than welcome in this current doom and gloom climate. Many stallholders reported that they had sold out before the end of Saturday with their best ever trading figures for a vegan event, and already there have been enquiries for next year with leading vegan brands including Provamel, Beanie’s, Bute Island and major distributors such as Suma, Essential, Infinity and Marigold more than happy with the weekend. Peter from Community Foods summed it up perfectly ...

‘THAT was the MOST AMAZING MEGA show in the whole world. Not only was it incredibly busy on both days and we sold out all the food we brought, but it was so well run, the atmosphere was great, extra special, it was like going back to the sixties. There were so many times when I stopped to see lots of different groups of people having fun and everyone was so relaxed and friendly and the music was fantastic too. And all this was down to you, all the work you put in and the vibes you created.A big THANK YOU for a wonderful week end, kind regards, Peter Young, Community Foods’

Praise indeed from one who knows – and a fantastic credit to so many independents, small firms, charities, campaigners and individuals who have pulled together to make such an excellent showcase event for the worlds most ethical lifestyle – the vegan lifestyle.

Particularly well received were the 60 talks and demos including cookery classes and raw food prep zones – indeed the interest in the Living Raw area reflected the success of leading raw firms like DetoxYourWorld, Total Raw Food, Raw Magic and The Fresh Network pulling together to help present the best of this fast growing lifestyle choice.

The Show Specials idea worked a treat too, with over 80 stallholders offering specials show offers and discounts, as well as several leading brands like Rude Health, Jason, Good Oil, Viridian, Booja Booja and Plamil represented at the show without actually being there in person, courtesy of their generous donations which insured a high profile presence at the show with a minimum of resources and investment.

But once again it was the high level of entertainment that stole the show, with headline bands Misty in Roots, Aswad, Bad Manners, Dreadzone and Babyhead creating a right pukka stir down by the Main Stage and insuring that thousands of new people were welcomed into the vegan circles and given the opportunity to embrace the best people, products, projects, education and inspiration that the vegan community has to offerThanks due to so many, including Bristol City Council and the Authorities, whose most excellent support, attitude and approach to this event has been exemplary, and of course to all our stallholders, sponsors and supporters for bothering – well appreciated.

And even better – the Vegfam ‘Gimme 5’ campaign was launched at this year’s BVF – with over £700 raised overall for this wonderful charity that Feeds The Hungry Without Exploiting Animals, as well as over 15,000 flyers distributed. A child dies from starvation every 5 seconds on this planet, and Vegfam seek to assist in challenging this. See www.vegfamcharity.org.uk for more details

Organisers Yaoh are already planning next year’s event – as well as others!

For more info, pictures etc please contact Tim from Yaoh0117 9239053www.yaoh.co.ukwww.bristolveganfayre.co.uk

The Bristol Vegan Fayre 008 was organised by Yaoh Hemp Products, and sponsored by Beanie’s, Bute Island, Plamil, Infinity, Suma, Yagga, Shakeaway and The Vegan Society.

The event was supported by DetoxYourWorld, Total Raw Food, Essential, Veggiesnow, FoodsforLife, Community Foods, VeggieVision, Attwoolls, Viva!, Amphora Aromatics, Marigold & The Spark

Thanks to Tony Bishop Weston (PeaPR.com), Karin Ridgers (mad-promotions.com), Jenny and Ian (Excellart.co.uk) & Frank Bryant (yaoh.co.uk) for their most excellent PR services

 

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wow

sounds fun....

too bad you couldn't go Peter VV

Peter VV Jun 13, 2008 12:00 PM Re: Bristol Vegan Fayre 2008 – Over 11,000 at the show

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Bristol, UK ~ Over a hundred vegan independent businesses received just the shot in the arm they needed at the 6th annual Bristol Vegan Fayre (May 31st June 1st 08), with over 11,000 at the show over 2 days, and the spend was significantly up for many of the stallholders, which was more than welcome in this current doom and gloom climate. Many stallholders reported that they had sold out before the end of Saturday with their best ever trading figures for a vegan event, and already there have been enquiries for next year with leading vegan brands including Provamel, Beanie’s, Bute Island and major distributors such as Suma, Essential, Infinity and Marigold more than happy with the weekend. Peter from Community Foods summed it up perfectly ...

‘THAT was the MOST AMAZING MEGA show in the whole world. Not only was it incredibly busy on both days and we sold out all the food we brought, but it was so well run, the atmosphere was great, extra special, it was like going back to the sixties. There were so many times when I stopped to see lots of different groups of people having fun and everyone was so relaxed and friendly and the music was fantastic too. And all this was down to you, all the work you put in and the vibes you created.A big THANK YOU for a wonderful week end, kind regards, Peter Young, Community Foods’

Praise indeed from one who knows – and a fantastic credit to so many independents, small firms, charities, campaigners and individuals who have pulled together to make such an excellent showcase event for the worlds most ethical lifestyle – the vegan lifestyle.

Particularly well received were the 60 talks and demos including cookery classes and raw food prep zones – indeed the interest in the Living Raw area reflected the success of leading raw firms like DetoxYourWorld, Total Raw Food, Raw Magic and The Fresh Network pulling together to help present the best of this fast growing lifestyle choice.

The Show Specials idea worked a treat too, with over 80 stallholders offering specials show offers and discounts, as well as several leading brands like Rude Health, Jason, Good Oil, Viridian, Booja Booja and Plamil represented at the show without actually being there in person, courtesy of their generous donations which insured a high profile presence at the show with a minimum of resources and investment.

But once again it was the high level of entertainment that stole the show, with headline bands Misty in Roots, Aswad, Bad Manners, Dreadzone and Babyhead creating a right pukka stir down by the Main Stage and insuring that thousands of new people were welcomed into the vegan circles and given the opportunity to embrace the best people, products, projects, education and inspiration that the vegan community has to offerThanks due to so many, including Bristol City Council and the Authorities, whose most excellent support, attitude and approach to this event has been exemplary, and of course to all our stallholders, sponsors and supporters for bothering – well appreciated.

And even better – the Vegfam ‘Gimme 5’ campaign was launched at this year’s BVF – with over £700 raised overall for this wonderful charity that Feeds The Hungry Without Exploiting Animals, as well as over 15,000 flyers distributed. A child dies from starvation every 5 seconds on this planet, and Vegfam seek to assist in challenging this. See www.vegfamcharity.org.uk for more details

Organisers Yaoh are already planning next year’s event – as well as others!

For more info, pictures etc please contact Tim from Yaoh0117 9239053www.yaoh.co.ukwww.bristolveganfayre.co.uk

The Bristol Vegan Fayre 008 was organised by Yaoh Hemp Products, and sponsored by Beanie’s, Bute Island, Plamil, Infinity, Suma, Yagga, Shakeaway and The Vegan Society.

The event was supported by DetoxYourWorld, Total Raw Food, Essential, Veggiesnow, FoodsforLife, Community Foods, VeggieVision, Attwoolls, Viva!, Amphora Aromatics, Marigold & The Spark

Thanks to Tony Bishop Weston (PeaPR.com), Karin Ridgers (mad-promotions.com), Jenny and Ian (Excellart.co.uk) & Frank Bryant (yaoh.co.uk) for their most excellent PR services

 

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yeah, well, lifes like that, money grabbing instead! Bad Manners?!!! Is Buster Bloodvessel still alive?????

 

 

 

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fraggle <EBbrewpunx Sent: Friday, 13 June, 2008 9:47:19 PMRe: Bristol Vegan Fayre 2008 – Over 11,000 at the show

 

 

wow

sounds fun....

too bad you couldn't go Peter VV

Peter VV Jun 13, 2008 12:00 PM @gro ups.com Re: Bristol Vegan Fayre 2008 – Over 11,000 at the show

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Bristol, UK ~ Over a hundred vegan independent businesses received just the shot in the arm they needed at the 6th annual Bristol Vegan Fayre (May 31st June 1st 08), with over 11,000 at the show over 2 days, and the spend was significantly up for many of the stallholders, which was more than welcome in this current doom and gloom climate. Many stallholders reported that they had sold out before the end of Saturday with their best ever trading figures for a vegan event, and already there have been enquiries for next year with leading vegan brands including Provamel, Beanie’s, Bute Island and major distributors such as Suma, Essential, Infinity and Marigold more than happy with the weekend. Peter from Community Foods summed it up perfectly ...

‘THAT was the MOST AMAZING MEGA show in the whole world. Not only was it incredibly busy on both days and we sold out all the food we brought, but it was so well run, the atmosphere was great, extra special, it was like going back to the sixties. There were so many times when I stopped to see lots of different groups of people having fun and everyone was so relaxed and friendly and the music was fantastic too. And all this was down to you, all the work you put in and the vibes you created.A big THANK YOU for a wonderful week end, kind regards, Peter Young, Community Foods’

Praise indeed from one who knows – and a fantastic credit to so many independents, small firms, charities, campaigners and individuals who have pulled together to make such an excellent showcase event for the worlds most ethical lifestyle – the vegan lifestyle.

Particularly well received were the 60 talks and demos including cookery classes and raw food prep zones – indeed the interest in the Living Raw area reflected the success of leading raw firms like DetoxYourWorld, Total Raw Food, Raw Magic and The Fresh Network pulling together to help present the best of this fast growing lifestyle choice.

The Show Specials idea worked a treat too, with over 80 stallholders offering specials show offers and discounts, as well as several leading brands like Rude Health, Jason, Good Oil, Viridian, Booja Booja and Plamil represented at the show without actually being there in person, courtesy of their generous donations which insured a high profile presence at the show with a minimum of resources and investment.

But once again it was the high level of entertainment that stole the show, with headline bands Misty in Roots, Aswad, Bad Manners, Dreadzone and Babyhead creating a right pukka stir down by the Main Stage and insuring that thousands of new people were welcomed into the vegan circles and given the opportunity to embrace the best people, products, projects, education and inspiration that the vegan community has to offerThanks due to so many, including Bristol City Council and the Authorities, whose most excellent support, attitude and approach to this event has been exemplary, and of course to all our stallholders, sponsors and supporters for bothering – well appreciated.

And even better – the Vegfam ‘Gimme 5’ campaign was launched at this year’s BVF – with over £700 raised overall for this wonderful charity that Feeds The Hungry Without Exploiting Animals, as well as over 15,000 flyers distributed. A child dies from starvation every 5 seconds on this planet, and Vegfam seek to assist in challenging this. See www.vegfamcharity. org.uk for more details

Organisers Yaoh are already planning next year’s event – as well as others!

For more info, pictures etc please contact Tim from Yaoh0117 9239053www.yaoh.co. ukwww.bristolveganfay re.co.uk

The Bristol Vegan Fayre 008 was organised by Yaoh Hemp Products, and sponsored by Beanie’s, Bute Island, Plamil, Infinity, Suma, Yagga, Shakeaway and The Vegan Society.

The event was supported by DetoxYourWorld, Total Raw Food, Essential, Veggiesnow, FoodsforLife, Community Foods, VeggieVision, Attwoolls, Viva!, Amphora Aromatics, Marigold & The Spark

Thanks to Tony Bishop Weston (PeaPR.com), Karin Ridgers (mad-promotions. com), Jenny and Ian (Excellart.co. uk) & Frank Bryant (yaoh.co.uk) for their most excellent PR services

 

Peter vv

 

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Peter,

I like your comments, why not forward them to Tim at Yaoh? I would love to hear his reply?

 

 

 

Peter vv

 

Peter <metalscarab Sent: Friday, 13 June, 2008 9:40:37 PMRe: Bristol Vegan Fayre 2008 – Over 11,000 at the show

 

 Interesting. .. so, let's assume that the costs of staging it hasn't increased significantly since last year (same venue, etc.)... which would mean that the 1200% increase in entry fee will have made the organisers a nice fat £121,000 extra profit!

 

I think the Bristol Vegan Fayre is the only thing which has outstripped Petrol for rise in cost!

 

BB

Peter

 

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Peter VV

@gro ups.com

Friday, June 13, 2008 9:00 PM

Re: Bristol Vegan Fayre 2008 – Over 11,000 at the show

 

 

 

 

Bristol, UK ~ Over a hundred vegan independent businesses received just the shot in the arm they needed at the 6th annual Bristol Vegan Fayre (May 31st June 1st 08), with over 11,000 at the show over 2 days, and the spend was significantly up for many of the stallholders, which was more than welcome in this current doom and gloom climate. Many stallholders reported that they had sold out before the end of Saturday with their best ever trading figures for a vegan event, and already there have been enquiries for next year with leading vegan brands including Provamel, Beanie’s, Bute Island and major distributors such as Suma, Essential, Infinity and Marigold more than happy with the weekend. Peter from Community Foods summed it up perfectly ...

‘THAT was the MOST AMAZING MEGA show in the whole world. Not only was it incredibly busy on both days and we sold out all the food we brought, but it was so well run, the atmosphere was great, extra special, it was like going back to the sixties. There were so many times when I stopped to see lots of different groups of people having fun and everyone was so relaxed and friendly and the music was fantastic too. And all this was down to you, all the work you put in and the vibes you created.A big THANK YOU for a wonderful week end, kind regards, Peter Young, Community Foods’

Praise indeed from one who knows – and a fantastic credit to so many independents, small firms, charities, campaigners and individuals who have pulled together to make such an excellent showcase event for the worlds most ethical lifestyle – the vegan lifestyle.

Particularly well received were the 60 talks and demos including cookery classes and raw food prep zones – indeed the interest in the Living Raw area reflected the success of leading raw firms like DetoxYourWorld, Total Raw Food, Raw Magic and The Fresh Network pulling together to help present the best of this fast growing lifestyle choice.

The Show Specials idea worked a treat too, with over 80 stallholders offering specials show offers and discounts, as well as several leading brands like Rude Health, Jason, Good Oil, Viridian, Booja Booja and Plamil represented at the show without actually being there in person, courtesy of their generous donations which insured a high profile presence at the show with a minimum of resources and investment.

But once again it was the high level of entertainment that stole the show, with headline bands Misty in Roots, Aswad, Bad Manners, Dreadzone and Babyhead creating a right pukka stir down by the Main Stage and insuring that thousands of new people were welcomed into the vegan circles and given the opportunity to embrace the best people, products, projects, education and inspiration that the vegan community has to offerThanks due to so many, including Bristol City Council and the Authorities, whose most excellent support, attitude and approach to this event has been exemplary, and of course to all our stallholders, sponsors and supporters for bothering – well appreciated.

And even better – the Vegfam ‘Gimme 5’ campaign was launched at this year’s BVF – with over £700 raised overall for this wonderful charity that Feeds The Hungry Without Exploiting Animals, as well as over 15,000 flyers distributed. A child dies from starvation every 5 seconds on this planet, and Vegfam seek to assist in challenging this. See www.vegfamcharity. org.uk for more details

Organisers Yaoh are already planning next year’s event – as well as others!

For more info, pictures etc please contact Tim from Yaoh0117 9239053www.yaoh.co. ukwww.bristolveganfay re.co.uk

The Bristol Vegan Fayre 008 was organised by Yaoh Hemp Products, and sponsored by Beanie’s, Bute Island, Plamil, Infinity, Suma, Yagga, Shakeaway and The Vegan Society.

The event was supported by DetoxYourWorld, Total Raw Food, Essential, Veggiesnow, FoodsforLife, Community Foods, VeggieVision, Attwoolls, Viva!, Amphora Aromatics, Marigold & The Spark

Thanks to Tony Bishop Weston (PeaPR.com), Karin Ridgers (mad-promotions. com), Jenny and Ian (Excellart.co. uk) & Frank Bryant (yaoh.co.uk) for their most excellent PR services

 

Peter vv

 

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Good idea - I might do that too - although when I contacted them last year I didn't get a reply.

 

Jo

 

 

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Peter VV

Saturday, June 14, 2008 3:12 PM

Re: Bristol Vegan Fayre 2008 – Over 11,000 at the show

 

 

 

 

Peter,

I like your comments, why not forward them to Tim at Yaoh? I would love to hear his reply?

 

 

 

Peter vv

 

Peter <metalscarab > Sent: Friday, 13 June, 2008 9:40:37 PMRe: Bristol Vegan Fayre 2008 – Over 11,000 at the show

 

 Interesting. .. so, let's assume that the costs of staging it hasn't increased significantly since last year (same venue, etc.)... which would mean that the 1200% increase in entry fee will have made the organisers a nice fat £121,000 extra profit!

 

I think the Bristol Vegan Fayre is the only thing which has outstripped Petrol for rise in cost!

 

BB

Peter

 

-

Peter VV

@gro ups.com

Friday, June 13, 2008 9:00 PM

Re: Bristol Vegan Fayre 2008 – Over 11,000 at the show

 

 

 

 

Bristol, UK ~ Over a hundred vegan independent businesses received just the shot in the arm they needed at the 6th annual Bristol Vegan Fayre (May 31st June 1st 08), with over 11,000 at the show over 2 days, and the spend was significantly up for many of the stallholders, which was more than welcome in this current doom and gloom climate. Many stallholders reported that they had sold out before the end of Saturday with their best ever trading figures for a vegan event, and already there have been enquiries for next year with leading vegan brands including Provamel, Beanie’s, Bute Island and major distributors such as Suma, Essential, Infinity and Marigold more than happy with the weekend. Peter from Community Foods summed it up perfectly ...

‘THAT was the MOST AMAZING MEGA show in the whole world. Not only was it incredibly busy on both days and we sold out all the food we brought, but it was so well run, the atmosphere was great, extra special, it was like going back to the sixties. There were so many times when I stopped to see lots of different groups of people having fun and everyone was so relaxed and friendly and the music was fantastic too. And all this was down to you, all the work you put in and the vibes you created.A big THANK YOU for a wonderful week end, kind regards, Peter Young, Community Foods’

Praise indeed from one who knows – and a fantastic credit to so many independents, small firms, charities, campaigners and individuals who have pulled together to make such an excellent showcase event for the worlds most ethical lifestyle – the vegan lifestyle.

Particularly well received were the 60 talks and demos including cookery classes and raw food prep zones – indeed the interest in the Living Raw area reflected the success of leading raw firms like DetoxYourWorld, Total Raw Food, Raw Magic and The Fresh Network pulling together to help present the best of this fast growing lifestyle choice.

The Show Specials idea worked a treat too, with over 80 stallholders offering specials show offers and discounts, as well as several leading brands like Rude Health, Jason, Good Oil, Viridian, Booja Booja and Plamil represented at the show without actually being there in person, courtesy of their generous donations which insured a high profile presence at the show with a minimum of resources and investment.

But once again it was the high level of entertainment that stole the show, with headline bands Misty in Roots, Aswad, Bad Manners, Dreadzone and Babyhead creating a right pukka stir down by the Main Stage and insuring that thousands of new people were welcomed into the vegan circles and given the opportunity to embrace the best people, products, projects, education and inspiration that the vegan community has to offerThanks due to so many, including Bristol City Council and the Authorities, whose most excellent support, attitude and approach to this event has been exemplary, and of course to all our stallholders, sponsors and supporters for bothering – well appreciated.

And even better – the Vegfam ‘Gimme 5’ campaign was launched at this year’s BVF – with over £700 raised overall for this wonderful charity that Feeds The Hungry Without Exploiting Animals, as well as over 15,000 flyers distributed. A child dies from starvation every 5 seconds on this planet, and Vegfam seek to assist in challenging this. See www.vegfamcharity. org.uk for more details

Organisers Yaoh are already planning next year’s event – as well as others!

For more info, pictures etc please contact Tim from Yaoh0117 9239053www.yaoh.co. ukwww.bristolveganfay re.co.uk

The Bristol Vegan Fayre 008 was organised by Yaoh Hemp Products, and sponsored by Beanie’s, Bute Island, Plamil, Infinity, Suma, Yagga, Shakeaway and The Vegan Society.

The event was supported by DetoxYourWorld, Total Raw Food, Essential, Veggiesnow, FoodsforLife, Community Foods, VeggieVision, Attwoolls, Viva!, Amphora Aromatics, Marigold & The Spark

Thanks to Tony Bishop Weston (PeaPR.com), Karin Ridgers (mad-promotions. com), Jenny and Ian (Excellart.co. uk) & Frank Bryant (yaoh.co.uk) for their most excellent PR services

 

Peter vv

 

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That is poor.

 

 

 

Peter vv

 

jo <jo.heartwork Sent: Saturday, 14 June, 2008 4:59:49 PMRe: Bristol Vegan Fayre 2008 – Over 11,000 at the show

 

 Good idea - I might do that too - although when I contacted them last year I didn't get a reply.

 

Jo

 

 

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Peter VV

@gro ups.com

Saturday, June 14, 2008 3:12 PM

Re: Bristol Vegan Fayre 2008 – Over 11,000 at the show

 

 

 

 

Peter,

I like your comments, why not forward them to Tim at Yaoh? I would love to hear his reply?

 

 

 

Peter vv

 

Peter <metalscarab@ gmail.com>@gro ups.comFriday, 13 June, 2008 9:40:37 PMRe: Bristol Vegan Fayre 2008 – Over 11,000 at the show

 

 Interesting. .. so, let's assume that the costs of staging it hasn't increased significantly since last year (same venue, etc.)... which would mean that the 1200% increase in entry fee will have made the organisers a nice fat £121,000 extra profit!

 

I think the Bristol Vegan Fayre is the only thing which has outstripped Petrol for rise in cost!

 

BB

Peter

 

-

Peter VV

@gro ups.com

Friday, June 13, 2008 9:00 PM

Re: Bristol Vegan Fayre 2008 – Over 11,000 at the show

 

 

 

 

Bristol, UK ~ Over a hundred vegan independent businesses received just the shot in the arm they needed at the 6th annual Bristol Vegan Fayre (May 31st June 1st 08), with over 11,000 at the show over 2 days, and the spend was significantly up for many of the stallholders, which was more than welcome in this current doom and gloom climate. Many stallholders reported that they had sold out before the end of Saturday with their best ever trading figures for a vegan event, and already there have been enquiries for next year with leading vegan brands including Provamel, Beanie’s, Bute Island and major distributors such as Suma, Essential, Infinity and Marigold more than happy with the weekend. Peter from Community Foods summed it up perfectly ...

‘THAT was the MOST AMAZING MEGA show in the whole world. Not only was it incredibly busy on both days and we sold out all the food we brought, but it was so well run, the atmosphere was great, extra special, it was like going back to the sixties. There were so many times when I stopped to see lots of different groups of people having fun and everyone was so relaxed and friendly and the music was fantastic too. And all this was down to you, all the work you put in and the vibes you created.A big THANK YOU for a wonderful week end, kind regards, Peter Young, Community Foods’

Praise indeed from one who knows – and a fantastic credit to so many independents, small firms, charities, campaigners and individuals who have pulled together to make such an excellent showcase event for the worlds most ethical lifestyle – the vegan lifestyle.

Particularly well received were the 60 talks and demos including cookery classes and raw food prep zones – indeed the interest in the Living Raw area reflected the success of leading raw firms like DetoxYourWorld, Total Raw Food, Raw Magic and The Fresh Network pulling together to help present the best of this fast growing lifestyle choice.

The Show Specials idea worked a treat too, with over 80 stallholders offering specials show offers and discounts, as well as several leading brands like Rude Health, Jason, Good Oil, Viridian, Booja Booja and Plamil represented at the show without actually being there in person, courtesy of their generous donations which insured a high profile presence at the show with a minimum of resources and investment.

But once again it was the high level of entertainment that stole the show, with headline bands Misty in Roots, Aswad, Bad Manners, Dreadzone and Babyhead creating a right pukka stir down by the Main Stage and insuring that thousands of new people were welcomed into the vegan circles and given the opportunity to embrace the best people, products, projects, education and inspiration that the vegan community has to offerThanks due to so many, including Bristol City Council and the Authorities, whose most excellent support, attitude and approach to this event has been exemplary, and of course to all our stallholders, sponsors and supporters for bothering – well appreciated.

And even better – the Vegfam ‘Gimme 5’ campaign was launched at this year’s BVF – with over £700 raised overall for this wonderful charity that Feeds The Hungry Without Exploiting Animals, as well as over 15,000 flyers distributed. A child dies from starvation every 5 seconds on this planet, and Vegfam seek to assist in challenging this. See www.vegfamcharity. org.uk for more details

Organisers Yaoh are already planning next year’s event – as well as others!

For more info, pictures etc please contact Tim from Yaoh0117 9239053www.yaoh.co. ukwww.bristolveganfay re.co.uk

The Bristol Vegan Fayre 008 was organised by Yaoh Hemp Products, and sponsored by Beanie’s, Bute Island, Plamil, Infinity, Suma, Yagga, Shakeaway and The Vegan Society.

The event was supported by DetoxYourWorld, Total Raw Food, Essential, Veggiesnow, FoodsforLife, Community Foods, VeggieVision, Attwoolls, Viva!, Amphora Aromatics, Marigold & The Spark

Thanks to Tony Bishop Weston (PeaPR.com), Karin Ridgers (mad-promotions. com), Jenny and Ian (Excellart.co. uk) & Frank Bryant (yaoh.co.uk) for their most excellent PR services

 

Peter vv

 

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timbo

let us know what Tim replies with. And if he doesnt, maybe the rest of us should bombard him with the same e-mail, and possibly copy the vegan society in , as they associate themselves with them...

 

 

 

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jo <jo.heartwork Sent: Saturday, 14 June, 2008 4:59:49 PMRe: Bristol Vegan Fayre 2008 – Over 11,000 at the show

 

 Good idea - I might do that too - although when I contacted them last year I didn't get a reply.

 

Jo

 

 

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Peter VV

@gro ups.com

Saturday, June 14, 2008 3:12 PM

Re: Bristol Vegan Fayre 2008 – Over 11,000 at the show

 

 

 

 

Peter,

I like your comments, why not forward them to Tim at Yaoh? I would love to hear his reply?

 

 

 

Peter vv

 

Peter <metalscarab@ gmail.com>@gro ups.comFriday, 13 June, 2008 9:40:37 PMRe: Bristol Vegan Fayre 2008 – Over 11,000 at the show

 

 Interesting. .. so, let's assume that the costs of staging it hasn't increased significantly since last year (same venue, etc.)... which would mean that the 1200% increase in entry fee will have made the organisers a nice fat £121,000 extra profit!

 

I think the Bristol Vegan Fayre is the only thing which has outstripped Petrol for rise in cost!

 

BB

Peter

 

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Peter VV

@gro ups.com

Friday, June 13, 2008 9:00 PM

Re: Bristol Vegan Fayre 2008 – Over 11,000 at the show

 

 

 

 

Bristol, UK ~ Over a hundred vegan independent businesses received just the shot in the arm they needed at the 6th annual Bristol Vegan Fayre (May 31st June 1st 08), with over 11,000 at the show over 2 days, and the spend was significantly up for many of the stallholders, which was more than welcome in this current doom and gloom climate. Many stallholders reported that they had sold out before the end of Saturday with their best ever trading figures for a vegan event, and already there have been enquiries for next year with leading vegan brands including Provamel, Beanie’s, Bute Island and major distributors such as Suma, Essential, Infinity and Marigold more than happy with the weekend. Peter from Community Foods summed it up perfectly ...

‘THAT was the MOST AMAZING MEGA show in the whole world. Not only was it incredibly busy on both days and we sold out all the food we brought, but it was so well run, the atmosphere was great, extra special, it was like going back to the sixties. There were so many times when I stopped to see lots of different groups of people having fun and everyone was so relaxed and friendly and the music was fantastic too. And all this was down to you, all the work you put in and the vibes you created.A big THANK YOU for a wonderful week end, kind regards, Peter Young, Community Foods’

Praise indeed from one who knows – and a fantastic credit to so many independents, small firms, charities, campaigners and individuals who have pulled together to make such an excellent showcase event for the worlds most ethical lifestyle – the vegan lifestyle.

Particularly well received were the 60 talks and demos including cookery classes and raw food prep zones – indeed the interest in the Living Raw area reflected the success of leading raw firms like DetoxYourWorld, Total Raw Food, Raw Magic and The Fresh Network pulling together to help present the best of this fast growing lifestyle choice.

The Show Specials idea worked a treat too, with over 80 stallholders offering specials show offers and discounts, as well as several leading brands like Rude Health, Jason, Good Oil, Viridian, Booja Booja and Plamil represented at the show without actually being there in person, courtesy of their generous donations which insured a high profile presence at the show with a minimum of resources and investment.

But once again it was the high level of entertainment that stole the show, with headline bands Misty in Roots, Aswad, Bad Manners, Dreadzone and Babyhead creating a right pukka stir down by the Main Stage and insuring that thousands of new people were welcomed into the vegan circles and given the opportunity to embrace the best people, products, projects, education and inspiration that the vegan community has to offerThanks due to so many, including Bristol City Council and the Authorities, whose most excellent support, attitude and approach to this event has been exemplary, and of course to all our stallholders, sponsors and supporters for bothering – well appreciated.

And even better – the Vegfam ‘Gimme 5’ campaign was launched at this year’s BVF – with over £700 raised overall for this wonderful charity that Feeds The Hungry Without Exploiting Animals, as well as over 15,000 flyers distributed. A child dies from starvation every 5 seconds on this planet, and Vegfam seek to assist in challenging this. See www.vegfamcharity. org.uk for more details

Organisers Yaoh are already planning next year’s event – as well as others!

For more info, pictures etc please contact Tim from Yaoh0117 9239053www.yaoh.co. ukwww.bristolveganfay re.co.uk

The Bristol Vegan Fayre 008 was organised by Yaoh Hemp Products, and sponsored by Beanie’s, Bute Island, Plamil, Infinity, Suma, Yagga, Shakeaway and The Vegan Society.

The event was supported by DetoxYourWorld, Total Raw Food, Essential, Veggiesnow, FoodsforLife, Community Foods, VeggieVision, Attwoolls, Viva!, Amphora Aromatics, Marigold & The Spark

Thanks to Tony Bishop Weston (PeaPR.com), Karin Ridgers (mad-promotions. com), Jenny and Ian (Excellart.co. uk) & Frank Bryant (yaoh.co.uk) for their most excellent PR services

 

Peter vv

 

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Hi PeterTim is aware of how I feel about it - I got to know him when I was president of the University Vegetarian Society, and we provided all sorts of advertising and stewards for the show a couple of years ago. He feels quite happy about the price increase because he sees it as being comparable to other " festivals " . I don't feel that a vegan fayre should be about comparing to other festivals, I feel it should be about enticing non-vegan members of the public to try vegan products. Last year I know of at least 20 non-vegetarians who went along just to try things out. This year I know of none, and all those who went last year have said that they aren't going to pay £12 to get in.

Basically, my feeling is that the Vegan Fayre has forgotten what it is all about, and is instead trying to be just another music festival.BBPeter2008/6/14 Peter VV <swpgh01:

 

 

Peter,

I like your comments, why not forward them to Tim at Yaoh? I would love to hear his reply?

 

 

 

Peter vv

 

Peter <metalscarab

Sent: Friday, 13 June, 2008 9:40:37 PMRe: Bristol Vegan Fayre 2008 – Over 11,000 at the show

 

 

 Interesting. .. so, let's assume that the costs of staging it hasn't increased significantly since last year (same venue, etc.)... which would mean that the 1200% increase in entry fee will have made the organisers a nice fat £121,000 extra profit!

 

I think the Bristol Vegan Fayre is the only thing which has outstripped Petrol for rise in cost!

 

BB

Peter

 

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Peter VV

@gro ups.com

Friday, June 13, 2008 9:00 PM

Re: Bristol Vegan Fayre 2008 – Over 11,000 at the show

 

 

 

 

Bristol, UK ~ Over a hundred vegan independent businesses received just the shot in the arm they needed at the 6th annual Bristol Vegan Fayre (May 31st June 1st 08), with over 11,000 at the show over 2 days, and the spend was significantly up for many of the stallholders, which was more than welcome in this current doom and gloom climate. Many stallholders reported that they had sold out before the end of Saturday with their best ever trading figures for a vegan event, and already there have been enquiries for next year with leading vegan brands including Provamel, Beanie's, Bute Island and major distributors such as Suma, Essential, Infinity and Marigold more than happy with the weekend. Peter from Community Foods summed it up perfectly ...

'THAT was the MOST AMAZING MEGA show in the whole world. Not only was it incredibly busy on both days and we sold out all the food we brought, but it was so well run, the atmosphere was great, extra special, it was like going back to the sixties. There were so many times when I stopped to see lots of different groups of people having fun and everyone was so relaxed and friendly and the music was fantastic too. And all this was down to you, all the work you put in and the vibes you created.

A big THANK YOU for a wonderful week end, kind regards, Peter Young, Community Foods'

Praise indeed from one who knows – and a fantastic credit to so many independents, small firms, charities, campaigners and individuals who have pulled together to make such an excellent showcase event for the worlds most ethical lifestyle – the vegan lifestyle.

Particularly well received were the 60 talks and demos including cookery classes and raw food prep zones – indeed the interest in the Living Raw area reflected the success of leading raw firms like DetoxYourWorld, Total Raw Food, Raw Magic and The Fresh Network pulling together to help present the best of this fast growing lifestyle choice.

The Show Specials idea worked a treat too, with over 80 stallholders offering specials show offers and discounts, as well as several leading brands like Rude Health, Jason, Good Oil, Viridian, Booja Booja and Plamil represented at the show without actually being there in person, courtesy of their generous donations which insured a high profile presence at the show with a minimum of resources and investment.

But once again it was the high level of entertainment that stole the show, with headline bands Misty in Roots, Aswad, Bad Manners, Dreadzone and Babyhead creating a right pukka stir down by the Main Stage and insuring that thousands of new people were welcomed into the vegan circles and given the opportunity to embrace the best people, products, projects, education and inspiration that the vegan community has to offer

Thanks due to so many, including Bristol City Council and the Authorities, whose most excellent support, attitude and approach to this event has been exemplary, and of course to all our stallholders, sponsors and supporters for bothering – well appreciated.

And even better – the Vegfam 'Gimme 5' campaign was launched at this year's BVF – with over £700 raised overall for this wonderful charity that Feeds The Hungry Without Exploiting Animals, as well as over 15,000 flyers distributed. A child dies from starvation every 5 seconds on this planet, and Vegfam seek to assist in challenging this. See www.vegfamcharity. org.uk for more details

Organisers Yaoh are already planning next year's event – as well as others!

For more info, pictures etc please contact Tim from Yaoh0117 9239053www.yaoh.co. ukwww.bristolveganfay re.co.uk

The Bristol Vegan Fayre 008 was organised by Yaoh Hemp Products, and sponsored by Beanie's, Bute Island, Plamil, Infinity, Suma, Yagga, Shakeaway and The Vegan Society.

The event was supported by DetoxYourWorld, Total Raw Food, Essential, Veggiesnow, FoodsforLife, Community Foods, VeggieVision, Attwoolls, Viva!, Amphora Aromatics, Marigold & The Spark

Thanks to Tony Bishop Weston (PeaPR.com), Karin Ridgers (mad-promotions. com), Jenny and Ian (Excellart.co. uk) & Frank Bryant (yaoh.co.uk) for their most excellent PR services

 

 

Peter vv

 

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