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Posted by Paul Barker (Member # 4318) on November 28, 2015, 08:58 AM:
the next film fair in the uk is the FARNWORTH FILM COLLECTORS FAIR. this excellent event has been going for many a year. the next one is to be held at its usual place. TRINITY CHURCH. MARKET ST.FARNWORTH. BL48EX.on saturday february 6th 2016.doors open 11am so plenty of time to get there. entrance fee is just £4. being in the north west it has excellent access from the motorways and is very easy to find. the train station is also just a 5 minute walk away. free parking is available. all gauges of film are on sale on the day plus equipment, memorabelia etc. refreshments are also available a reasonable prices. top dealer MR David Guest will be there with some great films and film equipment for sale. plus the many other excellent regular dealers.i am also told that an auction will once again be held toward the end of the day. i myself have always come away with some rare film bargains. should anyone wish to have a table/stall themselves for a very reasonable charge send me a PM and i can give you the contact number of Nigel Parkinson the event organiser . so make a note of the date and try to attend and support this super film collectors fair. thankyou.
Posted by Paul Barker (Member # 4318) on November 28, 2015, 12:07 PM:
i would just like to add if you require any further information re this excellent film fair you can contact Nigel Parkinson direct. by email efsaudiovisual@yahoo.co.uk or by telephone on 07518766717. thankyou.
Posted by David Guest (Member # 2791) on November 28, 2015, 05:04 PM:
looking forward to it you cant beat the north for film conventions
Posted by Clyde Miles (Member # 4032) on November 28, 2015, 05:26 PM:
would be nice to have some in the bloody midlands!!
Posted by Simon Balderston (Member # 5106) on November 29, 2015, 01:18 PM:
Derann did a march one in the midlands but it didn't last long hey but if anyone starts one up i will be there
Posted by Nigel Higgins (Member # 4312) on November 29, 2015, 02:06 PM:
Shame theres nothing this way as id be there but ill travel to the north ones as so good .
Posted by Paul Barker (Member # 4318) on November 30, 2015, 12:18 AM:
hi Nigel. i dont know if you have been to farnworth before but it really is a nice event. and always some great film buys to be found here. hope you can make it.
Posted by Don Sykes (Member # 1059) on November 30, 2015, 10:38 AM:
FARNWORTH FILM FUN DAY 2015.
Collectors hunt for the bargains.
NIGEL PARKINSON (The Film Fair Organiser) KEEPS A COLLECTOR HAPPY.
Paul forgot to mention the lunchtime specials.
PIE 'N PEAS, CREAM CAKES, TEA & COFFEE all seved in the foyer.
Don't miss this homely Film Fun Day. February 6TH 2016
at FARNWORTH. GIVE NIGEL YOUR SUPPORT.
Posted by Simon Balderston (Member # 5106) on November 30, 2015, 12:13 PM:
i look forward to it all ready.dust not settled from Blackpool but it wont be long 67 days 5 hours 54 minuets not that i am counting
Posted by Paul Barker (Member # 4318) on November 30, 2015, 12:17 PM:
love that Simon. i feel the same ![[Smile]](smile.gif)
Posted by Simon Balderston (Member # 5106) on November 30, 2015, 01:09 PM:
cheers Paul bring it on ![[Big Grin]](biggrin.gif)
Posted by Nigel Higgins (Member # 4312) on January 03, 2016, 12:33 PM:
Just to let everyone know ,i will be having a table at farnworth this year and will have super 8mm films for sale starting at just £2 each ,and 16mm films starting at just £5 each ,also quite a few 16mm features and more ,so well worth a look if coming .
Posted by Paul Barker (Member # 4318) on January 04, 2016, 02:49 AM:
as you can see from Nigels post there are many good reasons to attend this friendly film event. some great films and equipment to be had.regular dealers which include David Guest.great refreshments available in seated cafe area. held in Farnworth at the trinity church hall.BL48EX. just off motorway by car. bus station across the road, and train station a 5 min walk away. doors open 11am. saturday 6th february. only weeks away, so please try to attend and support this great venue.
Posted by Lee Mannering (Member # 728) on January 04, 2016, 04:04 AM:
The ladies from the Church do some great baking in the café as well, hats off to them. ![[Cool]](cool.gif)
Posted by Rob Young. (Member # 131) on January 04, 2016, 07:37 AM:
Very friendly event this one.
I remember buying a reel of brand new Star Trek trailers from Uncle Phil many years ago at Farnworth.
I wish I could have made it to more over the years as it is literally up the road from here, but work always intervenes...darn. ![[Frown]](frown.gif)
Will try to pop along this year.
Posted by Andrew Woodcock (Member # 3260) on January 04, 2016, 07:39 AM:
Tell me about it!
Posted by David Guest (Member # 2791) on January 04, 2016, 02:01 PM:
will you be attending farnworth Andrew or are you working
Posted by Andrew Woodcock (Member # 3260) on January 04, 2016, 02:17 PM:
I am working David as it stands. The only good news I've seen so far from this year's planner, is I am at least off for my 50th. Off to London now that week. )
Typically, I'm never off on my birthday, so there's one plus I suppose!
Posted by David Guest (Member # 2791) on January 04, 2016, 04:21 PM:
well looks like I won the £10.00 bet as I said I bet you don't go looks like I was right
Posted by Andrew Woodcock (Member # 3260) on January 04, 2016, 04:42 PM:
More than likely I'm afraid David.
I would be very shocked to find out someone placed money on me being anywhere for certain on any given day apart from work.
Even my own immediate family wouldn't place that bet David.
Posted by Paul Barker (Member # 4318) on January 05, 2016, 02:40 AM:
just out of curiosity Andrew . when was the last film fair/event you attended.
Posted by Andrew Woodcock (Member # 3260) on January 05, 2016, 03:38 AM:
The Derann open days Paul.
Posted by Paul Barker (Member # 4318) on January 05, 2016, 06:38 AM:
wow thats going back a bit. great days they were. and yet the atmosphere is still alive and well at todays events. now the blackpool dates are confirmed for this year. november 18th 19th 20th you have a great chance to arrange something for this one if you want to go.
Posted by Mike Newell (Member # 23) on January 05, 2016, 06:46 AM:
Come on Paul. You know The Lumière Brothers appearing at a Derann Open Day can't be topped in a modern day environment ![[Wink]](wink.gif)
Mike
Posted by Andrew Woodcock (Member # 3260) on January 05, 2016, 06:51 AM:
Myself, and everyone else Paul.
I am not seeking any other equipment nowadays other than sync equipment including motor controller boards.
I am coming very close now to closing out my Disney collection. The ones I still don't have, I've been searching globally on an almost daily basis.
If I thought I'd stumble over any of these prints in A1 near mint condition, I'd look to getting someone to swap with me even if I'm rostered in work.
As you say Paul, I have more than enough time to plan ahead to make this a possibility.
The bottom line is, for what I now seek from this hobby, most of it is either tightly held on to, or now almost doesn't even exist in the condition I want it in and at price point I am willing to pay.
If I can't find it in five years of global searches, what chance do you think I may have of finding it at Farnworth or even Blackpool Paul?
I'd love it if there was any realistic chance, but somehow,I doubt it now the years roll by after Deranns closure.
Please please, correct me if you feel I may possibly be wrong with this one Paul.
Posted by Paul Barker (Member # 4318) on January 05, 2016, 07:14 AM:
most film fairs blackpool.farnworth. ealing etc. are attended by collectors not just to find that elusive title on film but the occasion of meeting up with fellow collectors. actually speaking face to face with each other. enjoying film shows and yes finding and buying a film or two, or even more. there are great atmospheres at these events always. and thats what and why people make the effort to attend. if that kind of event does not interest you fair enough.
Posted by Andrew Woodcock (Member # 3260) on January 05, 2016, 07:36 AM:
It does very much Paul, but as a priority in an otherwise already brimming schedule of things I involve myself in.... at work, at home and out and about, it would feature well down on my absolute "must do" list of priorities.
That is especially, if it meant having to take shift swaps and then paying the hours back straight after already working a 62.5hr week.
Posted by Paul Barker (Member # 4318) on January 05, 2016, 07:44 AM:
thats a great shame Andrew. because i feel that if you attended one you would be eager for the next. like in america those that attend CINESEA enjoy the get together so much they eagerly look forward to the next gathering.
Posted by Andrew Woodcock (Member # 3260) on January 05, 2016, 07:51 AM:
I am certain I would Paul, no doubt about that!
At the end of the day, I'm not 20 anymore nor am I anywhere near retirement yet. I have neither the stamina to work in my job for 80 plus hours in one solid block, or the luxury of having time all to myself anytime soon by virtue of retirement.
Come the day and cometh the hour, I am sure I will be opening the doors and setting up the tables one day, God willing.
I have total respect and admiration for all those who both arrange and attend these events in these times and still manage to make them a great success.
Posted by Steve Klare (Member # 12) on January 05, 2016, 11:18 AM:
I've had some really spectacular finds at CineSea, but honestly if I came home without finding anything it would still be worth my while.
-as far as the effort to go it's actually better to go than not.
A couple of years ago my new job was going really badly: to the point where I was actually talking to my old boss about returning there.
I went from 30 years building nothing bigger than a phone booth to this sprawling research complex with a couple of hundred miles of cabling to organize.
-A fish out of water is one thing: I was a fish in a frying pan!
With nerves still jangling I went to CineSea that weekend: I relaxed, I enjoyed, I came home.
-and things were better after that and still are.
I'm not saying a weekend of films, friends and fun helped me figure out how to wire an electron accelerator, but I am saying I returned to work that Monday a lot better off than if I stayed at the house and stewed in my own juices all weekend.
-A lot of people trivialize hobbies, but they can actually be healthy!
Posted by Paul Barker (Member # 4318) on January 05, 2016, 11:25 AM:
Steve i agree with everything you said.
Posted by Nigel Higgins (Member # 4312) on January 05, 2016, 12:21 PM:
Andrew,the thing is if you dont go you will never know ,all kinds of films are know to turn up at these events and at prices you wouldn't believe possible i mean cheaper than you might think .who knows someone could be selling those derann disneys .out of interest what titles do you need for the full set ?
Posted by Andrew Woodcock (Member # 3260) on January 05, 2016, 12:41 PM:
Thanks Nigel. The two I still seek are WFRR and Peter Pan.
The others I have in the pipeline already,all being well.
Peter Pan is not so unusual to find, but ones I've had chance to buy, have not lived up to expectation on each occasion.
For either of these, I'd be looking for very near mint.
Posted by Steve Klare (Member # 12) on January 05, 2016, 12:49 PM:
That's one of the joys of these events: you can check it out before cash has exchanged hands.
-last time I saw "Grease" feature length laying on the table. Lou Franchetti let me take it up to the room, project it on the (fortunately white) refrigerator, and decide if I liked it. (I did!)
Discovering it is basically scrap (with or without the "s") after you've paid for it and had it shipped a couple of time zones is a whole different kettle of fish!
Posted by Mike Newell (Member # 23) on January 05, 2016, 02:08 PM:
For years I didn't go to conventions but when I did go I found it ito be a unique and rewarding experience. Some people go for the atmosphere and meeting fellow collectors some go to spend or sell in big terms. You will always see films and equipment brought there that you will never see on lists or the Internet. Blackpool in particular was always an Aladdin cave for discoveries. I know some collectors like Eddy Goodwin and Adrian Winchester have been going every year for 30 years.
Posted by Nigel Higgins (Member # 4312) on January 05, 2016, 02:28 PM:
I will be taking a projector and anyone who wants to view any of the films im selling before buying will be more than wellcome mostly 16mm but i will be taking a few jems from my collection that i need to sell,and andrew that wfrr is so rare on 8mm hope you find it one day .
Posted by Andrew Woodcock (Member # 3260) on January 05, 2016, 03:03 PM:
Me too Nigel Thanks. Quite a few are now, but I've been lucky lately in some of the rarest just happening to surface.
I agree fully with the excellent points Steve makes here just above. It is a risk having film shipped around the globe without seeing it first in the flesh. But what I will say, is some of my finest films have come by this method.
In almost all cases, I have found the people who were willing to help me obtain these from thousands of miles away, some of nicest,most helpful and most trustworthy people I have come across in the hobby.
Many I now regard and refer to as simply a true friend.
I have much to be thankful to these people for.
Posted by Paul Barker (Member # 4318) on January 05, 2016, 03:06 PM:
i will say one thing Andrew.if i knew what i know now i wish i had a £100 bet on the one David Guest had made.
Posted by Andrew Woodcock (Member # 3260) on January 05, 2016, 03:27 PM:
David or yourself would always make pots of money from bets like this Paul.
I am only surprised anyone was banking on me being there or any other event (including the football) these days.
I might surprise myself though one of these days, and just find the timing of one that suits me perfectly.
Mike's description above certainly whets the appetite and the events always appear fabulous to me from the photos we see here. Just brilliant!
Nothing new, in any of this here though Paul regarding my own personal circumstances and considerations.
Posted by Graham Sinden (Member # 431) on January 05, 2016, 07:44 PM:
Andrew I wouldn't leave it too long to attend film fairs. There is no guarantee these will still be going in say 10 years time. Tadley is already gone together with Derann open days. The midlands film convention is long gone (I think). There are still many other events like Ealing, Blackpool, Farnworth, Group 9.5 etc. but in general they are smaller than they used to be at their height and apart from Ealing this year, many have gone from two a year to only one. There is less dealers around at these events nowadays so DVD sellers are sometimes brought in to fill the hall. However the atmosphere is still there and they are great places to attend and meet like minded collectors and I always come away with a film or two from my want list. I just love film fairs. Cant wait for Ealing.
Graham S
Posted by Paul Barker (Member # 4318) on January 06, 2016, 03:03 AM:
and you can almost be sure Graham that if we saw the demise of any of them the first to say how sad it is would be the ones that never went. any film event should be treasured.and the people who give us them with their time and effort we should all be truly thankful. for what they provide plays a big part in keeping peoples interest in this film collecting hobby. long may they all continue.
Posted by Andrew Woodcock (Member # 3260) on January 06, 2016, 03:33 AM:
You never know Graham, you may be able to lose the DVD stalls if the Kodak project takes off in the same manner vinyl now most certainly has.
Who knows where this may lead?
Posted by Lee Mannering (Member # 728) on January 06, 2016, 04:25 AM:
I'll be disposing of a few Derann 8mm Disneys at this ever friendly event. Its a happy gathering this one, nice to be able to have a comfortable sit chatting over film and enjoy that great home baking from the kitchen.
Posted by Andrew Woodcock (Member # 3260) on January 06, 2016, 04:40 AM:
Just needing the two mentioned above now Lee,if you should ever happen to stumble across very near mint versions of either.
Posted by David Guest (Member # 2791) on January 06, 2016, 05:52 PM:
wont be long now before I start loading up the lorry with piles of films from £5.00 each and features from £15.00 all can be viewed before money changes hands.also taking 2 elmo super 8 xenons if I still have them .as well as 16mm projectors and lamps
if anyone wants a fumeo xenon with a 1000 watt lamp with a zoom lens and a 100 watt amp I will take it to farnworth for them ex working order £650 complete with 2 x 6000 ft spools
Posted by Don Sykes (Member # 1059) on January 12, 2016, 02:18 PM:
I was talking to Nigel today re the Farnworth Film Collectors Fair. ALL DEALERS TABLES ARE NOW FULLY BOOKED. Seventeen of them. Can't be bad It's looking like it will be another good northern event. Try not to miss it. It's less than a month away.
Posted by Paul Barker (Member # 4318) on January 16, 2016, 12:29 PM:
farnworth film fair advertisement now on ebay item no 331752715264
Posted by David Guest (Member # 2791) on January 16, 2016, 01:06 PM:
wont be long now my heart goes out to them who cant make it. more bargains for them that do go
Posted by Paul Barker (Member # 4318) on January 17, 2016, 02:06 AM:
have to agree David. always an excellent event.i have always come away with some great titles at bargain prices.not to be missed i would hate to have to miss this one.
Posted by Terry Sills (Member # 3309) on January 17, 2016, 02:34 AM:
These fairs/conventions always spark lots of interest, so why don't we have more! They are nearly all held in the north. It would be great to have some in the South where the more appreciative and civilised collectors live
Posted by Nigel Higgins (Member # 4312) on January 17, 2016, 08:49 AM:
I am realy looking forward to this ,will be bringing lots of 16mm and some 8mm films to sell its to good to miss .
Posted by David Guest (Member # 2791) on January 17, 2016, 10:44 AM:
hi terry if you can confirm 15 dealers plus who would attend I will hold a convention up you neck of the woods
Posted by Terry Sills (Member # 3309) on January 17, 2016, 11:52 AM:
That's a very encouraging offer David. Let's hope the dealers and other interested parties are monitoring this thread and show an interest. I'm sure a suitable venue would be no problem.
Posted by David Guest (Member # 2791) on January 27, 2016, 04:39 PM:
wont be long now before another cracking film fair is here
farnworth film fair
Posted by Brian Fretwell (Member # 4302) on January 28, 2016, 04:32 AM:
Sorry I can't make this as it is a friends big birthday celebration that day. He is a home brewer and may not be holding another due to his age/health affecting his ability to brew the large quantities required. Maybe I'll make it next year.
Posted by Nigel Higgins (Member # 4312) on January 28, 2016, 03:16 PM:
Try and make this if you can i will be taking lots of 16mm bargain films and some 8mm as welltoo good to miss .
Posted by David Guest (Member # 2791) on January 28, 2016, 03:33 PM:
I to am taking lots of films for sale or swops part ex taken against another films
Posted by Del Phillipson (Member # 513) on February 05, 2016, 03:09 AM:
Looks like I will be able to make it this year. Looking forward to seeing Lee and his good lady and also everyone else who can make it, see you all tomorrow, Del.
Posted by Paul Barker (Member # 4318) on February 05, 2016, 07:32 AM:
thank you for making the effort Del. there will be many happy collectors coming away with many a bargain. a great event.
Posted by Del Phillipson (Member # 513) on February 05, 2016, 10:43 AM:
Thanks Paul, see you there :-)
Posted by Simon Balderston (Member # 5106) on February 05, 2016, 07:49 PM:
see you all tomorrow sorry today how needs sleep anyway
Posted by Del Phillipson (Member # 513) on February 06, 2016, 12:18 PM:
Great day, really enjoyed it. Thank you to all the dealers who attended, hope you all had a good trading day. It was certainly a worthwhile trip for me :-). Del.
Posted by John Armer (Member # 4655) on February 06, 2016, 12:44 PM:
I agree Del, a really grand day out. Friendly people, some good films and bargains to be had.
Posted by Paul Barker (Member # 4318) on February 06, 2016, 02:47 PM:
just returned from this event. a really great time.nice to see David Watson Simon Mcconway Mark Norton Simon Balderston Nigel Higgins Bob Nicholls etc etc all in attendance. i know that some had long journeys to get there.Nigel the organiser carried on to give us all a super day. a nice change also letting stallholders auction items at end of the day. i am sure everyone went home with some great buys. plenty of humour in the day as well. what an absolute delight it is to go to this film fair. long may it continue.thank you Nigel,it was just great.
Posted by David Guest (Member # 2791) on February 06, 2016, 03:04 PM:
just got home from farnworth had a good day sold plenty and bought plenty was nice to see the regulrs and new faces as well especially those that had travelled 100s of miles like some of my friends mark Norton, simon, nigel Higgins. and bob Nichols and many more.film organiser nige and his lovely wife and his band of merry men did us all proud today with films galore in over 2 hours of auctioning films.refreshments were great also pastie and peas cakes and tea and coffee nige had a chat at the end of the auction and thanked everyone for coming and safe journey home and then had a chat about feedback asking if there was anything more that he could do comments were made and taken on board ,a first class organised event them that did not go youre loss ,I got bookings of dealers that were there for blackpool a total of 10 rest of booking forms will go out by post to dealers who were not there well done nige and sally doing a first class job dad would have been pleased thanks david
Posted by Paul Barker (Member # 4318) on February 07, 2016, 02:04 AM:
your right there David. those that didnt go missed not only a superb day but some great great film bargains. 16mm films from as little as £1 and super 8mm from just £2.i just missed out on WAY OUT WEST 16mm at £45. and a top print as well.16mm features were on sale from just £20 each.some excellent projectors for sale as well. it is so lovely to see this fair continue. and Nigel Parkinson if you read this let me tell you as David Guest has already said. your dad would have been proud.your enthusiasm on the day made it such a success. lets all look forward to next years event.
Posted by Del Phillipson (Member # 513) on February 07, 2016, 06:40 AM:
I echo Paul and David's sentiments, as mentioned I had a great day, it was a little tricky getting back home due to the weather but I will be marking next years event on the calendar for 2017. A very well organised event with some great very friendly people and one dealer in particular gave me some great advice for storing my precious films, top man.
Posted by David Skillern (Member # 607) on February 07, 2016, 07:20 AM:
Hi guys,
Just of curiosity - how much were the 16mm projectors going for - I'm just thinking of maybe picking one up this year.
Posted by Paul Barker (Member # 4318) on February 07, 2016, 08:51 AM:
ELF projectors were on sale at farnworth from just £35. expect to pay more on ebay
Posted by David Skillern (Member # 607) on February 07, 2016, 08:55 AM:
If that's in full working order Paul - that's amazing - I will be at Ealing this year - do you think there's a chance they'll be that price again?
Posted by Paul Barker (Member # 4318) on February 07, 2016, 09:24 AM:
David. yes fully working. i keep saying on here if you can attend film fairs. go to them. if you are going to ealing a good chance getting one at a better price than online. still think the northern film fairs have the best prices though for both films and equipment. good luck anyway David.
Posted by Simon Balderston (Member # 5106) on February 07, 2016, 10:51 AM:
a big thank you to Nigel for a great day out and yes your dad would be proud.long may it continue thanks
Posted by Lee Mannering (Member # 728) on February 07, 2016, 12:58 PM:
Twas a lovely day and always good to spend time with other cine fans. Meant a great deal to me that so many were following my own Eumig stories as well.
Such a pleasant event and with a couple of traders travelling a long way for just the day.
I particularly enjoyed the impromptu film screenings.
Posted by Andrew Woodcock (Member # 3260) on February 07, 2016, 04:13 PM:
Sounds great Lee, glad you all had a fabulous day!
Posted by Nigel Higgins (Member # 4312) on February 08, 2016, 01:44 PM:
A big thank you to the organisers of this event it truely was great and very well done ,lots of familiar faces and some new ones as well,some nice bargains on offer looking forward to next year ,if you missed this you missed a good day .
Posted by David Guest (Member # 2791) on February 08, 2016, 03:12 PM:
david sent you an email re buying a projector
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