Though must admit I DO follow the rule of the younger woman as BK say`s.

clanger68 got that a bit wrong then didn't he - or is it that he enjoys the experience of an older woman? I'm not saying anything else....

Karyn

( Also, I just noticed that Bruce Campbell's doing CM : Midlands! )

The date for FACTS has been confirmed: October 11-12 2008

BUT, there is also a new and even bigger convention coming to Belgium and the UKCM should receive an official invitation from it soon: Hypercon. April 26-27., Florahallen Aalst. I'll provide more info soon, yet I'd love to see a couple of UKCM guys there.

You'll get the chance to participate officially, which gives you free entrance, dressing room access and the possibility to book hotel rooms in group, taking advantage of a cheaper price.

SWEET. I may have to try and get get along to this one now.

Cheers

Darren

OMG. I may just have to try and get to this. BC has the same birthday as me

Anyone else going in costume? Do you think it'd be a problem getting in with a PR? (I haven't tried going anywhere with it other than a local night club for halloween last year)

COSTUME WEAPONS AND PROPS GUIDELINES FOR COLLECTORMANIA MIDLANDS

All props must be taken to the Cosplay Desk for inspection upon arrival. If the item is judged to be safe, it will be issued with a sticker and you will be allowed to carry it around the event. If not, it must be stored in the cloakroom until you are ready to leave the event.

Types of weapons

Weapons and props up to a length of 1.5m will be allowed for floor cosplay, providing they are made from a lightweight material and all sharp edges have been rounded off. Suggested materials include foam, plastic or balsa wood. Larger props following the same guidelines are allowed during the masquerade, but they must be stored in the cloakroom until the time of the masquerade.

Plastic replica guns such as BB guns are allowed, but they be must shown to have the magazine removed or be fitted with an orange 'flare cap'.

We regret that metal replica weapons will not be allowed in the event under any circumstances.

Conduct

Mock battles or 'play fights' are not allowed inside the event area.

Please be safe with your weapon or prop. Anyone found behaving in a way which endangers themself or the public will have their weapon confiscated and/or be escorted immediately from the event without refund.

During the event, you may be approached by a member of the cosplay team or security to check your weapon has been approved. If this happens, please be co-operative.

Transporting weapons and props

Finally, remember to be extra vigilant when transporting items to and from the event, especially considering the recent terrorist threat. Replica weapons should be kept out of sight in a locked box or carry case. Please remember that replica weapons must NOT be taken out of the arena and into the shopping centre. YOU are responsible for transporting your items so be safe and have fun!

"We regret that metal replica weapons will not be allowed in the event under any circumstances."

Oh well, wont be going to that then.

It's unclear I guess, but they do specifically make the point that 'plastic replica guns' are allowed, but make no mention of metal replica firearms... Which is what made me think the metal thing applied to replica firearms too.