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by Mark Murray
Thu May 28, 2020 6:02 am
Forum: Off-topic
Topic: Cummings and goings
Replies: 73
Views: 20778

Re: Cummings and goings

Quite simple- Cummings did break the law, and should be sacked! Taken from the statement he was given the platform to have in the rose garden of 10 Downing Street, which is ridiculous in itself. The exception that was in place at the time related to children in an abusive situation. No-one else in t...
by Mark Murray
Thu Oct 04, 2018 10:43 pm
Forum: Countdown - General
Topic: A Word of Thanks
Replies: 13
Views: 8865

Re: A Word of Thanks

it was nice to meet you Noel and best of luck in whatever takes its place :)
by Mark Murray
Wed Oct 03, 2018 7:57 pm
Forum: Countdown - General
Topic: C of C Draw......
Replies: 105
Views: 64655

Re: C of C Draw......

Really enjoyed the games. Well done to all the contestants who showed good grace and sportsmanship as well as a great calibre of game. And well done to all of the production staff who did a fantastic job of making it all so seamless. A very enjoyable few days. Thanks for the hospitality, as ever
by Mark Murray
Wed Jul 18, 2018 10:07 pm
Forum: Countdown - General
Topic: C of C Draw......
Replies: 105
Views: 64655

Re: C of C Draw......

'Some might say there might be a hidden agenda'

Oh dear. conspiracy alert.. As long as it is nothing to do with Brexit or the Russians, I can relax :D
by Mark Murray
Fri Mar 30, 2018 6:42 pm
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: COREA18 - Saturday 31st March 2018
Replies: 21
Views: 20153

Re: COREA18 - Saturday 31st March 2018

bad news. my car windscreen wiper mechanism decided to pack in today meaning it is unsafe, and illegal for me to drive. I cant justify spending another £50 for the train so looks doubtful that I will make it I know this is a long shot, but if anyone is driving past Bristol tomorrow and could pick me...
by Mark Murray
Wed Mar 21, 2018 9:57 pm
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: COREA18 - Saturday 31st March 2018
Replies: 21
Views: 20153

Re: COREA18 - Saturday 31st March 2018

in please !
by Mark Murray
Sat Jan 06, 2018 7:06 pm
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: Countdown Bristol 2018
Replies: 18
Views: 19547

Re: Countdown Bristol 2018

Attendees Meal Zarte Maybe Giles Maybe Aidan Maybe Tom Fielding Maybe Margaret Marshall No Chris Neale Maybe Ashwin Abinashi Maybe Thomas Cappleman Yes Adam Dexter Maybe Gev Yes Chris Marshall Yes Sean Fletcher Yes Jamie Illett-Jones Maybe Martin Thomas Maybe Heather phillips Yes Jayne Wisniewski M...
by Mark Murray
Wed Jan 03, 2018 2:39 pm
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: FOCAL 2018
Replies: 1
Views: 5886

Re: FOCAL 2018

Just an update on Focal. As of now, I have made the decision to step down as chair of Focal and Jeff will be overseeing it from now . Nothing else changes and it will all carry on as before
by Mark Murray
Wed Jan 03, 2018 1:42 pm
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: Countdown Bristol 2018
Replies: 18
Views: 19547

Re: Countdown Bristol 2018

Time for meal now amended to 7pm . Adam-this would also give you enough time if you got a taxi to leave for about 8 pm from restaurant to temple meads
by Mark Murray
Wed Jan 03, 2018 11:52 am
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: Countdown Bristol 2018
Replies: 18
Views: 19547

Re: Countdown Bristol 2018

The meal booking sittings is hourly. We can change it so it is a 7pm sitting . Again as we are due to finish by 6 , it could seem rushed to some people at that time . Happy to go with majority on who would be going for the meal
by Mark Murray
Tue Jan 02, 2018 9:27 pm
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: Countdown Bristol 2018
Replies: 18
Views: 19547

Re: Countdown Bristol 2018

Hey Meal will be booked at Za Za for 8pm to ensure enough time between finishing event and getting there to relax first. price will be £17.99 per person and this can also be paid by paypal to markmurray97@hotmail.com
by Mark Murray
Sun Dec 10, 2017 11:19 am
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: Countdown Bristol 2018
Replies: 18
Views: 19547

Re: Countdown Bristol 2018

thanks Eoin (thought I had already done it)
by Mark Murray
Sat Dec 09, 2017 9:23 am
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: Countdown Bristol 2018
Replies: 18
Views: 19547

Re: Countdown Bristol 2018

**** Start time now changed to 11 am following overwhelming feedback ***
by Mark Murray
Wed Nov 15, 2017 9:32 am
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: CoBirmingham/The FOCAL Finals 2017
Replies: 29
Views: 25617

Re: CoBirmingham/The FOCAL Finals 2017

Ok so 5 days remaining now when we need to pay hotel/give numbers on how many people will be attending on day and need lunches and also how many people will be staying at the hotel. If you want to ensure your lunch on the day or need to still sort out accommodation, please send money to Chris Marsha...
by Mark Murray
Sun Oct 29, 2017 10:29 am
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: FOCAL 2018
Replies: 1
Views: 5886

FOCAL 2018

The 2018 calendar is officially here! So few things: 1) Events that have "confirmed" at end of line have been booked and officially confirmed !! 2) Couple of possible new events . Blackpool which Mark Mills is looking into. Blackpool had no votes for this year's calendar and was therefore ...
by Mark Murray
Tue Oct 17, 2017 12:37 pm
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: CoBirmingham/The FOCAL Finals 2017
Replies: 29
Views: 25617

Re: CoBirmingham/The FOCAL Finals 2017

Just over couple of weeks left at which point hotel will want to know details of who will be staying at the hotel Friday/Saturday night or both nights. As with last year, they may consider circumstances for rooms on these nights after this date (dependant on availability), however if you have decide...
by Mark Murray
Sun Oct 15, 2017 4:37 pm
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: FOCAL going forwards
Replies: 4
Views: 6170

Re: FOCAL going forwards

Thank you to everyone who has given feedback and voted on the FOCAL poll today. There is a clear appetite for FOCAL to continue next year. By this point last year, Code of conduct had been agreed by organisers, and 2017 was well underway with the seeds sown . What with this, and Zarte's announcement...
by Mark Murray
Tue Sep 05, 2017 6:54 pm
Forum: Countdown - General
Topic: Best 9 of all time
Replies: 17
Views: 14584

Re: Best 9 of all time

Lisa Hermann wrote: Mon Sep 04, 2017 3:16 pm Very impressive at the time, especially as it was Maria Boyes' first game and she didn't fit the identikit Countdown champion being young, female and down to earth
Is that saying Countdown champions are generally not young, or down to earth, as well as not being female? :D
by Mark Murray
Sun Aug 20, 2017 7:23 pm
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: Countdown Bristol 2018
Replies: 18
Views: 19547

Re: Countdown Bristol 2018

Attendees Meal Giles No Tom Fielding No Margaret Marshall No Chris Neale No Ashwin Abinashi To Pay Thomas Cappleman Yes Adam Dexter Yes Gev Yes Chris Marshall Yes Sean Fletcher Yes Jamie Illett-Jones No Martin Thomas No Jayne Wisniewski Yes Joyce Phillips No Anthony Endsor Yes Karen Pearson Yes Paul...
by Mark Murray
Sun Aug 20, 2017 6:50 pm
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: Countdown Bristol 2018
Replies: 18
Views: 19547

Countdown Bristol 2018

CO BRIS (Bristol) IS BACK....24th February 2018 Bristol County Sports Club 40 Colston St, Bristol, Avon BS1 5AE http://www.bristolcountysportsclub.co.uk/ Location on Google Maps: http://tinyurl.com/ksaw8ss Presented by Mark Murray and Jeff Clayton, The plan at the moment is for everybody to compete ...
by Mark Murray
Sun Jul 23, 2017 2:06 pm
Forum: Countdown - General
Topic: Curious about the CD recording process
Replies: 28
Views: 16712

Re: Curious about the CD recording process

possibly something in it. my show was 3rd of the day and Pete Stegg's would have been 3rd of the next day! but Ciaran's wasn't so ...
by Mark Murray
Fri Jun 30, 2017 5:53 am
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Thursday 29th June 2017 (Series 76, SF2)
Replies: 13
Views: 6242

Re: Spoilers for Thursday 29th June 2017 (Series 76, SF2)

Only the 2nd game i have watched on telly this series . fantastic semi final game and very close. unlucky Jeff
by Mark Murray
Wed Feb 08, 2017 10:31 pm
Forum: Games and Puzzles
Topic: the Countdowners In My Place game (CIMP)
Replies: 38
Views: 30570

Re: the Countdowners In My Place game (CIMP)

Tia Corkish
Jen Steadman
Antoinette Ryan
Paul James
Zarte
Sean Fletcher
Eddy Byrne
Dan McColm
by Mark Murray
Mon Jan 23, 2017 4:38 pm
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: FOCAL 2017
Replies: 37
Views: 18935

Re: FOCAL 2017

Gavin Chipper wrote: Mon Jan 23, 2017 1:46 pm Presumably the piece of paper I've got with all the FOCAL dates on will update automatically?
I am sat here thinking "not him again" :p
by Mark Murray
Thu Jan 12, 2017 11:41 pm
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: Countdown Bristol 2017
Replies: 19
Views: 8212

Re: Countdown Bristol 2017

Instead of the planned divisional format, it will now be a swiss tournament style 9 rounder format with everyone playing 7 games. This does mean an increase of games from the original format (from 6 to 7), though it does mean removal of divisions and removal of the 15 rounder heat matchesl The grand...
by Mark Murray
Mon Jan 09, 2017 6:39 pm
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: Countdown Bristol 2017
Replies: 19
Views: 8212

Re: Countdown Bristol 2017

Mark Deeks wrote:I might just get my own buffet and sit at a different table to you all, throwing bits at you and flicking the Vs. Haven't decided yet.
You can try, but I have it on good authority from the establishment that you will be politely asked to leave :lol:
by Mark Murray
Mon Jan 09, 2017 5:09 pm
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: Countdown Bristol 2017
Replies: 19
Views: 8212

Re: Countdown Bristol 2017

My current plan is to not play at the event, but do that thing where I turn up late and then am around for the evening, with said evening to include the buffet. Will you hate me if I do this? I don't know if charm works on you to make you change your mind to play on the day, but here goes. "ho...
by Mark Murray
Mon Jan 09, 2017 4:58 pm
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: Countdown Bristol 2017
Replies: 19
Views: 8212

Re: Countdown Bristol 2017

Just to confirm, am I OK to cover the ZaZa actually on the day, or will there be a cut off point? Having some Paypal issues atm, so just want to make sure I'm not gonna have problems at any point :) No that's fine . As long as I know the final numbers on who will be dining at least 24 hours in adva...
by Mark Murray
Sun Dec 18, 2016 10:09 am
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: Countdown Bristol 2017
Replies: 19
Views: 8212

Re: Countdown Bristol 2017

Please send payments when you can (by paypal) £15 to markmurray97@hotmail.com

I am also taking payments for those of you who do want to attend the meal at Za Za bazaar and pay in advance

http://www.zazabazaar.com

Will be great to see the confirmation of numbers boosted :)
by Mark Murray
Wed Nov 23, 2016 1:28 pm
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: The FOCAL Finals/CoBirmingham - Saturday 3rd December 2016
Replies: 12
Views: 6880

Re: The FOCAL Finals/CoBirmingham - Saturday 3rd December 2016

Just 7 days left now to get payments in, as I have to pay hotel for remaining lunches on the last day of the month.
by Mark Murray
Sat Nov 19, 2016 6:39 pm
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: FOCAL 2016
Replies: 114
Views: 30614

Re: FOCAL 2016

I don't really see how this is different from the top 3 at Colin getting free entry into the next one. It's a nice reward, but I wouldn't be too bothered if nobody got it.But yeah, even though this scoring system may not be the best one (I personally prefer Gevin's, even though it puts me lower and...
by Mark Murray
Sat Nov 19, 2016 8:22 am
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: The FOCAL Finals/CoBirmingham - Saturday 3rd December 2016
Replies: 12
Views: 6880

Re: The FOCAL Finals/CoBirmingham - Saturday 3rd December 2016

Yep the hotel has a car park which should be good enough for who is driving on the day :)
by Mark Murray
Sat Nov 12, 2016 2:06 pm
Forum: Countdown - General
Topic: Who is better: Carol Vorderman or Rachel Riley?
Replies: 62
Views: 12630

Re: Who is better: Carol Vorderman or Rachel Riley?

Having met both of them. Rachel 100%
by Mark Murray
Mon Oct 24, 2016 9:36 pm
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: Countdown Bristol 2017
Replies: 19
Views: 8212

Re: Countdown Bristol 2017

Euan Slatter wrote:No offence, but "Zsa Zsa" is irritating me. There are no Ss, it's just Za Za!

okayyyyyy
by Mark Murray
Sun Oct 23, 2016 6:27 pm
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: Countdown Bristol 2017
Replies: 19
Views: 8212

Re: Countdown Bristol 2017

Paid Attendees Za Za Bazaar Meal Mark (Paid) Jeff (Paid) Margaret Marshall No Paul Talmey Yes (paid) Zarte Siempre Yes Karen Pearson No Gevin C Yes (paid) Matt Morrison Yes (paid) Heather Badcock Yes (paid) Jon O Neill Yes (Paid) Sean Fletcher Yes (Paid) Jamie Illett-Jones No Jayne Wisniewski No Dav...
by Mark Murray
Sun Oct 16, 2016 8:25 am
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: Countdown Bristol 2017
Replies: 19
Views: 8212

Re: Countdown Bristol 2017

Btw, what the other way? As it says Payments for this can either be made in advance (paypal markmurray97@hotmail.com Please ensure when sending money by paypal that paying family/friends otherwise the full amount will not come through), and the either suggests there is an alternative! I would just ...
by Mark Murray
Sat Oct 08, 2016 7:05 pm
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: FOCAL 2017
Replies: 37
Views: 18935

Re: FOCAL 2017

Hello, I would like to ask some questions in response to what seems to me to be, essentially, a litany of self-congratulation. This wasn't a litany of self congratulation. Rather a positive message. How many people has FOCAL has engaged to keep an eye on their year-long performance and try and atte...
by Mark Murray
Fri Oct 07, 2016 6:31 pm
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: FOCAL 2017
Replies: 37
Views: 18935

Re: FOCAL 2017

People pay for their travel and accommodation at CO events anyway, and I certainly don't think paying someone's entry fee would work as an incentive to get them to come to the final. Actually I think I was wrong here - the top 8 do get their accommodation paid don't they? No! Top 8 get entry paid o...
by Mark Murray
Sat Oct 01, 2016 6:36 pm
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: Countdown Bristol 2017
Replies: 19
Views: 8212

Countdown Bristol 2017

I am delighted to announce that CO BRIS (Bristol) 2017 is definitely happening and has been confirmed for Saturday 18th February 2017 Bristol County Sports Club 40 Colston St, Bristol, Avon BS1 5AE http://www.bristolcountysportsclub.co.uk/ Location on Google Maps: http://tinyurl.com/ksaw8ss Presente...
by Mark Murray
Thu Jul 21, 2016 9:55 am
Forum: Countdown - General
Topic: Has Countdown ever helped you with your career?
Replies: 8
Views: 5585

Re: Has Countdown ever helped you with your career?

If the papers are to be believed,yes!

I started with Allianz the same week as my finals were aired and used the fact that I won the series in my interview.My manager has always insisted that the main reason I got the job was my willingness to dress up as a leprechaun in the office.!
by Mark Murray
Tue Jul 05, 2016 8:43 pm
Forum: Other game shows
Topic: Countdowners On Other Quizzes
Replies: 253
Views: 164639

Re: Countdowners On Other Quizzes

another 15-1 appearance. Martyn Brookes. Got to see his game with Andy Noden in series 72
by Mark Murray
Mon Jul 04, 2016 8:19 pm
Forum: Other game shows
Topic: Countdowners On Other Quizzes
Replies: 253
Views: 164639

Re: Countdowners On Other Quizzes

Julie Devine on 15 to 1 same show as Tom (from series 70 after my Octorun)
by Mark Murray
Wed Jun 08, 2016 9:44 am
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: FOCAL 2016
Replies: 114
Views: 30614

Re: FOCAL 2016

Thanks for the messages. In a nutshell, the purpose of having a committee in place is to ensure that tasks are carried out linking up the events and ensuring that the finals event happens at the end of the year. The overall committee consists of 11 members (organisers) of the Co events and within th...
by Mark Murray
Fri Mar 25, 2016 10:30 am
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: CODUB2 Countdown in Dublin 10th September 2016.
Replies: 18
Views: 10115

Re: CODUB2 Countdown in Dublin 10th September 2016.

I have flown to Dublin 5 times within the last few months and have managed to get a return flight every time (including over Easter with return Easter Monday) for under £50. usually £20-£30. Generally best direct on the Ryanair website and as Jen says, a few months closer to the time
by Mark Murray
Sun Jan 31, 2016 7:28 pm
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: Co Bristol February 27th 2016
Replies: 7
Views: 5182

Re: Co Bristol February 27th 2016

Hi Adam Trenchard street is the nearest car park to the venue and one of the cheapest in town. I tried looking at their website re price and it isn't overly clear on price for the whole day. It does say up to 24 hours parking is fine and seems to be £1 per hour so anything up to approx £8 I would sa...
by Mark Murray
Wed Jan 13, 2016 7:24 am
Forum: Off-topic
Topic: Who would be the biggest deaths?
Replies: 236
Views: 50622

Re: Who would be the biggest deaths?

Madonna or Kylie
by Mark Murray
Wed Jan 06, 2016 6:36 pm
Forum: Off-topic
Topic: 9-00pm C5 Celebrity Big Brother.
Replies: 35
Views: 5763

Re: 9-00pm C5 Celebrity Big Brother.

Gemma Collins - 2 (always in newspapers) Kristina Rihanoff - 2 (isn't she with that James Jordan who was a dancer and obnoxious on this before) Darren Day - 2 (television host from the 90's (some of us are old enough to remember) Daniella Westbrook - 2 (Eastenders) David Gest - 2 (He went out with L...
by Mark Murray
Thu Dec 24, 2015 6:11 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Grand Final Spoilers For Wednesday December 23rd 2015
Replies: 44
Views: 11154

Re: Grand Final Spoilers For Wednesday December 23rd 2015

Congratulations Jonathan and Matthew.

Was an exciting finale to a top quality series and with the quality of contestants, you both really earned your place to get to the finals. And an exciting crucial conundrum at the end ( and not a word that I remember ever hearing of either)

:)
by Mark Murray
Sat Dec 05, 2015 3:07 pm
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: Co Bristol February 27th 2016
Replies: 7
Views: 5182

Re: Co Bristol February 27th 2016

Paid entrants so far: Meal after (Mark & Jeff) 1 Philip Wilson No 2 David Barnard Maybe 3 Giles Hutchings No 4 James Robinson Yes 5 Antoinette Ryan Yes 6. Jayne Wisniewski Yes 7. Heather Styles Yes 8. Paul James Yes 9. Karen Pearson Yes 10 Jerry Humphreys Yes 11 Margaret Marshall No 12 Jamie Ill...
by Mark Murray
Wed Oct 28, 2015 7:45 am
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: Co Bristol February 27th 2016
Replies: 7
Views: 5182

Re: Co Bristol February 27th 2016

I have no doubt about it. On Facebook, if you see the amount of people confirming to go and maybes, we are already beating last years target. Just a bit early for payment for some people ;)
by Mark Murray
Thu Oct 08, 2015 8:44 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers for Thursday October 8th 2015 (S73 P68)
Replies: 47
Views: 13904

Re: Spoilers for Thursday October 8th 2015 (S73 P68)

That was an absolutely amazing game. made great tv and you were really unlucky there James. You could have won 8 games and been one of the ones to watch in the finals so very unlucky to have come across such a player on your first show. As some of the others have said, it would be great if the likes...
by Mark Murray
Sat Oct 03, 2015 3:37 pm
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: FOCAL 2016
Replies: 114
Views: 30614

Re: FOCAL 2016

This 2016 end of year event is going to be fantastic with great work from all of the committee who have spent a lot of their own time in ensuring that this gets off the ground. :)
by Mark Murray
Sat Oct 03, 2015 3:22 pm
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: Co Bristol February 27th 2016
Replies: 7
Views: 5182

Re: Co Bristol February 27th 2016

Already have our first entrant Phil Wilson :)
by Mark Murray
Sat Oct 03, 2015 3:10 pm
Forum: Countdown - Events
Topic: Co Bristol February 27th 2016
Replies: 7
Views: 5182

Co Bristol February 27th 2016

Following the success of this years event, I am delighted to announce CO BRIS (Bristol) 2016 Saturday 27th February. **Players will also be able to play for points as part of the wider FOCAL event ** Bristol County Sports Club 40 Colston St, Bristol, Avon BS1 5AE http://www.bristolcountysportsclub.c...
by Mark Murray
Mon Aug 10, 2015 6:28 am
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers For Friday August 7th 2015
Replies: 8
Views: 3132

Re: Spoilers For Friday August 7th 2015

really impressive octorun and fantastic cumulative score over the 8 games. Well done!!

And first time I think I have EVER maxed a game watching the show and 2nd max ever .. yay
by Mark Murray
Sat Aug 08, 2015 11:52 am
Forum: Countdown - General
Topic: Series 4 Champion Brian Hudson
Replies: 14
Views: 6066

Re: Series 4 Champion Brian Hudson

Quite a few turn up at scrabble tournament Steve Balment series 12 is the earliest series champ I have met
by Mark Murray
Fri Jun 12, 2015 5:34 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Grand Final Spoilers For Friday June 12th 2015
Replies: 24
Views: 6265

Re: Grand Final Spoilers For Friday June 12th 2015

Well done Tracey and Tom. top quality game as all your games have been throughout the series. really enjoyed watching it :D
by Mark Murray
Thu Jun 11, 2015 7:46 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Spoilers For Thursday June 11th 2015
Replies: 15
Views: 4374

Re: Spoilers For Thursday June 11th 2015

another fantastic quality game with great spots .. I liked royalism in particular and that fantastic numbers spot from Gerry. i only spotted the conundrum after Gerry's declaration has been a great run of final games and looking forward to tomorrow Tracey. both you and Gerry were on top form today a...
by Mark Murray
Fri May 29, 2015 12:48 pm
Forum: Countdown - Spoilers
Topic: Who Will Win Series 72? (Spoilers Included)
Replies: 3
Views: 2491

Re: Who Will Win Series 72? (Spoilers Included)

I agree with Jordan.. it is very close and tough to call between them..I think the outcome will be that Tom will edge it against Tracey in the final but wouldn't bet lots of money as could as easily be a Andy vs Gerry final