The Gravesham Big Day Out.

[Yorkfox]

The following article was published on myfc by a local member and I was wondering if anybody on here might be interested in taking part ?.

 

 

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Over the weekend of the 5th/6th of July, 2 events are taking place in the Gravesend & Northfleet area. The Northfleet Carnival and The Gravesend BIG DAY OUT (weekend) .

 

 

 

The Carnival involves floats (lorries) going through the town, while the Big Day Out features stalls and much more. The Big day out attracted over 20,000 people last year.

 

 

 

It has been suggested on the forum as to if it is feasible for Ebbsfleet Utd / MYFC to be represented at either or both of these events. One member commented,

[Darter]

Keith, as you know I think it's a brilliant idea. Keeps the club profile up there for a whole week if we are lucky! I hope to be down there for it, all other things permitting! x

[Yorkfox]

If the big day out comes off, and it depends on getting more support than it has so far, then it could be used to promote the events at the ground the following week.

[StuThompson]

I think its a good idea. Can't do any harm in promoting the club.

[KShep]

There must be plans made already, assuming someone at the club has any kind of marketing expertise.

 

A float would be a good visual presence. Fixture lists could be handed out, as well as little trinkets which we could afford to hand out. Maybe some players on board?

 

We must make an effort for the Big Day Out. I've seen stalls there in previous years- this year, we could have the FA Trophy on display, season-ticket application forms, signing sessions with the players, a 'big-screen' replaying some of last years' highlights, the new kits on display, information on MyFC, and something on away travel. A bit of a diversion- Kenny's away travel idea. If given thought now, the Big Day Out could be the perfect venue to raise interest and awareness about travelling to away games.

[Uncle Urchin]

Originally Posted By: KShep

There must be plans made already, assuming someone at the club has any kind of marketing expertise.

A float would be a good visual presence. Fixture lists could be handed out, as well as little trinkets which we could afford to hand out. Maybe some players on board?

We must make an effort for the Big Day Out. I've seen stalls there in previous years- this year, we could have the FA Trophy on display, season-ticket application forms, signing sessions with the players, a 'big-screen' replaying some of last years' highlights, the new kits on display, information on MyFC, and something on away travel. A bit of a diversion- Kenny's away travel idea. If given thought now, the Big Day Out could be the perfect venue to raise interest and awareness about travelling to away games.

good post oldshep and I make you right...but you don't need marketing skills at the club....citizen brooks has all the marketing qualifications duntyaknow....

[StuThompson]

We could have a 'meet Kenny' session.

[John@TheFleet]

See, Unc, I told you they were good ideas!!! This is why I take no notice of critism in any way, shape or form from anyone and carry on regardless. I took the ideas fron this site (which I ackowledged) and got the ball rolling on MYFC. and, voila! its happening. By the way, hows the recruiting for your European roadkill trip going? Harleys. Mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmwwwwwwwwwwwwwwaaaaaaaahahahahahahahaha!!!!!

[Uncle Urchin]

we obviously must bow to your superlative opinions and futeristically sound ideas in future jonboy...well done..!

 

have you met harry by the way...you should get on well....

 

the bikes all shined up thanx and ready for tomorrow...off to the boat at burnham....weather permitting of course....

[Riverview Supporter]

May be worth talking to DA11 as he was involved along with Jeff and a few others in the town centre a few weeks back. They may have some ideas or even be working on something.

[Yorkfox]

Thanks RS, DA11 is aware of the event and we will have to see what this week brings. I think at some point we need a yes or no, from who though is a good question :-)

[Riverview Supporter]

May be worth running it past Jessica as the trust did something af ew years back but that was before my time. She may have some advise on what to and what not to do down there.