We have been asked a number of questions on the Bash, most of which are similar to each other. So we thought we would round them all up and pop them in a post all together.
If you have any more questions that haven’t been answered here, let us know and I will add them to this post and pop them on the Bloggers Bash page.
So without further ado here are the Bash’s FAQs
What is the Bloggers Bash?
The Bloggers Bash is a social event for bloggers organised by Sacha, Geoff, Ali and Hugh it’s purpose is to bring together the blogging community and provide an opportunity for everyone to meet the friends they have made online.
When is it?
11th June 2016: 1pm arrival; 2pm start.
Where is it?
The Driver, London, details can be found here.
The nearest tube station is Kings Cross. More details nearer the day.
What happens on the day?
A final agenda will be released roughly a week before the event.
But there will be: a welcome speech; a chance for you to network and meet friends; the ABBA awards given out at intervals; and a special masterclass on blogging from Luca Sartoni.
At 5pm the formal section ends. We will move downstairs to the bar where a section has been reserved for us. You can order dinner there. Menu’s will be provided closer to the day
What time does it end?
There’s no official end time. The formal section will finish at 5pm. But most of us will have dinner together and continue chatting and networking into the evening.
Last year, most people had left by 8, however we started 2 hours earlier.
We suspect most people will start to drift off by 9/9:30pm.
Will there be food and drink available?
We advise you eat lunch BEFORE arriving. As between 1pm and 5pm there will only be a manned bar in the room. From 5pm you can order food downstairs.
I’m not on WordPress, can I still go?
Absolutely. Bloggers from any and all blogging platforms are welcome. And if you’re not on WordPress then please do share this event as we would love to reach the other platforms
Can I bring a friend?
We would prefer that guests are bloggers, but if you want to bring someone to keep you company you’re more than welcome, as long as you tell us in advance for guest list purposes.
Should I bring anything with me?
Just your lovely selves. And maybe a business card or two to swap and a camera if you like photos.
What are the ABBAs?
The ABBAs are the Annual Bloggers Bash Awards. They are designed in collaboration with you, the bloggers, and the Bash Committee.
You, the bloggers, then nominate your favourite bloggers for the awards.
Then the nominees are put to the vote, it is an open vote, voted for by you.
There are 10 awards this year, and the announcement for them is coming soon.
Details of the voting rules etc., will be posted nearer the time.
What does the Bloggers Bash cost?
This year, the Bash is free to attend. However, due to its success, in future years we may have to charge a small fee in order to continue to grow the event.
How do I get a place to attend?
If you want to come to the Bash drop us a line on:
Annualbloggersbash(AT)yahoo(DOT)co(DOT)uk
With your name and blog address.
We recommend prompt notice to secure a place.
Are there any Bloggers Bash souvenirs?
Yes, you can buy a Bloggers Bash t-shirt here.
I can’t make the Bash, can I still join in remotely?
Yes, we have a Facebook group and Twitter hashtag.
I can’t make it, but I’d like to know what happens.
We (the committee) will write up events from the day as well as post the results of the awards on the day too. Luca’s masterclass will also be made available.
You can buy a t-shirt, and follow on social media.
Also, last year many of the bloggers who attended the Bash posted their experiences. We will post a list of attendees before the day.
What is the Bloggers Bash Myth?
The Bash Myth is a story detailing the mythology that surrounds the Bloggers Bash. Parts one and two can be found here and here.
What are the BOOBS?
We prefer not to give airtime to this subversive group who are intent on destroying the bash and its noble ideals. An example of its appalling behaviour can be found here.
I have a question I’d like to ask the Guest speaker but I can’t come.
Drop us a line if there’s something you’d like asking, although we can’t promise everyone’s questions will get asked, we will do our best.
Who’s going?
We will post a list of confirmed attendees closer to the time so that you can follow them or introduce yourself.
Help! I can’t find the venue.
Fear not. If it is the day of the Bash and you can’t find the venue, we will (closer to the day) provide our numbers to those coming.
Sorry folks, but I can no longer come
Ok, we will cry ourselves to sleep then. Only joking, but it would be great if you could let us know as soon as possible if you can’t make it as places are limited.
I’m camera shy, I don’t want to be filmed or photographed.
Ok, during the day we do film sections of the event and there are copious amounts of photos taken. If you don’t want to be in photos or films please let Sacha and Hugh know on arrival.
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Sounds fabulous. I’m still trying to fit it in. Will let you know asap.
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Awesome hope you make it
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I’m sooooooh excited!!!!!!!
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Lol. All your gang is coming so it will be awesome for u guys to finally meet 💖
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I know!!!! I am indebted to you all for engineering a meeting that could have otherwise taken forever to organise 💞💞💞
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Aww, it is my pleasure. Plus I do it for totally selfish reasons so I can meet you all! 😋😂
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Mutual appreciation society !!!! We’ll all have a huge group hug! !!! 😊😚
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Reblogged this on But I Smile Anyway… and commented:
Essential Bloggers Bash info Peeps!!!!!
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ooh thanks Ritu – appreciate the share 😀
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Jus spreading the Blogily lurve sista! 💞💗💖😉😁💜💙💛
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Hehe well it is MUCH appreciated 💖💖💖
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Seriously. .. maybe it’s cos I don’t get out much, but I am so excited it’s unreal!
If I was unable to come for any reason I’d be, like, totally devastated!!!!!!!
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Haha seriously EVERYONE feels exactly the same. It’s such an amazing thing to meet everyone it gives the bloggisphere a totally different feel
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I can just imagine it!!!
I remember jealously looking at the photos from the last one, and was on tenterhooks, waiting for confirmation of an event my son is going to be taking part in at the same kind of time this year… when I found out they wouldn’t clash, I literally jumped around like a loony!!!!
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Ahh Ritu, now I feel bad! still. YOU’RE coming this year! WHOOOOOO HOOOOOOOOOO
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💃💃💃💃💃💃💃💃💃💃💃💃💃
Happy dance time! !!!!!!!!!
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I’m so excited. I started a Pinterest board (I obviously need practice) about London so I can figure out what all I can cram in an evening and two mornings! 🙂
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Haha don’t sleep and you will be fine!
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Reblogged this on Chris The Story Reading Ape's Blog and commented:
A detailed Update and don’t worry if you are not on WordPress – Bloggers from any and all blogging platforms are welcome 😀
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Thanks Chris – really do appreciate it ❤ and thats 100% true, it IS open to any and all
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😀
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I can make it!!
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No freaking way????????? Is this a confirmation you’re coming???? SO BLOODY EXCITED 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
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Yeah, just booked my train tickets!
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Yaaaaaaay this has made my day
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I’m going to the British Museum beforehand – I have to get the train at 7:22!!
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Ouch! How long does the train take?!
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About three hours!
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Reblogged this on Smorgasbord – Variety is the spice of life and commented:
If you are attending or thinking of attending the Blogger Bash in London in June, then you will find this FAQs very useful.. thanks to Sacha Black.
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Thanks so much for sharing Sally. Still hoping you can make it 😀
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Looking forward to it! Not long now!
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Hotel booked and I’m very much looking forward to it!
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WHOOOO HOOOOOOOOOO PARTY
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Woop woop!!
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Cocktails O’ clock!
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Gonna do this next year!
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Would be chuffed to see you there 😊
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I’m so excited! Can’t wait to meet everyone in person 🙂
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Me too! I am BUZZING lol, like the teenage girl I really am!
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This is such an amazing event! I won’t be able to attend personally as I love in NYC lol but I’ll probably mark it down on my calendars so I can pop in via social media 😀
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Ahh I adore NYC it’s my fave place in the world, we were there last year – so wish we could visit every year. Please do pop in there will be LOADS of posts and tweets around the event 😀
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Reblogged this on Erika Kind and commented:
Important informative facts about the Blogger Bash!
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Great info list, Sacha! What an organisation!
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Thanks Erika – hopefully it answers a few questions – thanks so much for sharing ❤
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I am sure! And if not…. you will get to know… lol!
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Wow this is so cool! I wish I could attend it 😦 nonetheless, I am looking forward to reading everyone’s experiences! 🙂
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Maybe next year? 😀 😀 Which side of the pond are you on? What’s your name? Or should I call you smiling notes! :p
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I’m in New Jersey… hopefully next year?! I will be so thrilled if I am able to make it 😀 Oops and I forgot to mention my name.. I’m Shamira 🙂
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Ah awesome, I was in NJ last year. I have family there. Lovely to meet you Shamira, beautiful name too 😀
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Fantastic post Sacha particularly for new potential bashers!!!
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Thanks Marje – I guess it’s easy for us to take for granted what happens, but actually, there’s a lot to figure out especially for those people coming from afar.
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Yes definitely Sacha. Thanks so much for organising it all it must be a lot of hard work. You’re doing a great job.
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Aww thanks Marje 💖
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:)))
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Fabulous! I’m keeping my fingers crossed that I can make it!
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So are we Olga 😀 fingers and toes!
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I’m getting really excited as it grows closer!! 🙂
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Me too! I don’t actually know how I am going to contain myself for another two months!
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HaHA! Not easy to keep a lid on it! 🙂
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Reblogged this on Planet Simon and commented:
I’m really looking forward to meet some great bloggies at this event. It deserves a reblog and if anyone is interested get in touch with Sacha.
Simon 🙂
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Thanks for the share Simon 😀 ❤
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Always a pleasure 😃❤
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This is like… This makes it feel so real. I don’t think I could possibly follow you all on social media and not be completely envious. That would be torture. If I’m there… 😍 That would be incredible. ASAP will let you all know. *fingers crossed*
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You mean there’s still a chance you can come?
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This is a beautiful event Sacha I wish I could attend and meet you but I cant I am on the other side of the ocean In California a bit too far! Some of my dear friends would be there like Ritu and gang 😉 I will follow and stay connected via Blog and social media! Wish you the best! ❤
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Thank you 😊 we try and post as much as possible so that those across the pond are in the loop – that’s actually what started the awards – so that we had a way of incorporating those that weren’t with us 😊💖
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Thank you that’s great Sacha last November I have met Erika Kind (She is coming to your Bash) here in California along with other two dear friends Bloggers it was an awesome day that we all cannot forget! If you like you can read my post here http://yesterdayafter.com/2015/11/07/when-bloggership-meet-we-did/
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I’ll have a look 😊
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Reblogged this on graemecummingdotnet and commented:
I can’t believe anyone really needs to know more other than to just show up, but just in case, have a read…
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hahaha it’s alright for you! you’re a seasoned pro! :p ❤
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Well, I’ve been called some things…
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Yay! looking forward to it, should be another great day out 🙂
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It sounds like so much fun, You do great job pulling this all together 🙂
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Reblogged this on Judith Barrow.
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Thank you Judith
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Such a great idea, Sacha. Situation still the same her though.Jx
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Ok sending my love x
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Interesting event, I live in Germany and was planning on taking a vacation to London in July. I have to start pleading with my boss. Sure it will be fun.
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Oh wow that would be amazing, will you let us know if you are able to make it 😀
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Sure I will
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I so wish I could be there :(. But I will be in spirit. So I want lots more photos and video taken this year! Can’t wait to hear all about it. Have a drink on me, lol. ❤
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hehe will do – I still remain hopeful that one day….one day I will sink a bottle or two with you 😀
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Oh ya, that will be a day! And we’ll bring Hugh too. xo 🙂
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Reblogged this on writerchristophfischer and commented:
Big Blogger’s Bash in June in London. If you are interested in such an event, here is all you need to know about it. Hope to see you there!
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Thanks so much for sharing are you coming?? 😊😊
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Hoping to – can’t commit just yet 😊
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Ahh ok well would be awesome if you did thanks again for the share 😊😊🎉🎉
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Just booked hotel and train tickets. So excited but really nervous as won’t know anyone 🙂 x
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OMGGGGGGGGG AMAZING NEWS -what are you on about you will know me and Linda and EVERYONE! is your Hub coming?
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hes going to do some shopping and exploring whilst its all going on and then join us when it moves down stairs x
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Ahhh fab 😀 I’m so excited you’re coming 😀 😀 😀 😀 :D:D:D
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me to 🙂 x
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Reblogged this on Crazy Little Redneck Goth.
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Thanks so much for sharing
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Sounds awesome. Have let a few people know. Sending an email to you right now to say I can make it and other details and stuff.
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Glad to have you on board Alex, hope some of your friends can make it 😀
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