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Good morning, everyone!
As you all know, Saturday 28th November is going to be a very special day as we celebrate the publication of Norman Barrett MBE's official biography!
We're expecting a wonderful weekend in Blackpool, with friends and circus enthusiasts travelling from far and wide to join us.
Now, I've been inundated with messages asking the same question...
"Nige, is anything happening on the Friday evening?"
Well, initially I suggested we all head down to Imli, a fantastic Indian restaurant in St Annes. However, after chatting with Bev and Neal, we decided that organising a mass migration of circus people to St Annes might be a logistical nightmare!
So, we've come up with something much simpler — and rather special!
🥂 FRIDAY 27TH NOVEMBER 2026
🏨 THE IMPERIAL HOTEL, BLACKPOOL
🎪 THE LOUIS ROOM
AN INFORMAL EVENING OF FRIENDSHIP, FOOD, DRINKS AND CIRCUS MEMORIES!
As many of you know, I have a tremendous affection for the Imperial Hotel. Not only is it one of Blackpool's most iconic establishments, but it also has a wonderful connection to our circus heritage, having been home to rehearsals for Charlie Cairoli and Norman Barrett's television work back in the 1970s.
We've already enjoyed two fabulous gala dinners there — one celebrating the publication of my Charlie Cairoli biography, 39 Years Under the Tower, and another celebrating the unveiling of Charlie's blue plaque last year.
And now, we're going back!
I've arranged for us to have the beautiful Louis Room on Friday evening, where we'll enjoy a lovely hot and cold buffet in a relaxed, informal atmosphere.
No speeches, no formalities, no black ties — just a wonderful opportunity to catch up with old friends, make new ones, enjoy a few drinks and celebrate everything that brings us together.
Hopefully, Norman and Sally, along with Charlie and Claudi, will pop in and join the festivities too!
🚨 NOW, HERE'S WHERE I NEED YOUR HELP! 🚨
💷 £25 PER PERSON — INCLUDING HOT AND COLD BUFFET
To make this happen, I need a minimum of 50 people to commit and pay in advance so that I can secure the room and arrangements.
And this is where I need you all to PUT YOUR HANDS IN YOUR POCKETS! 😂
I can't book it on the strength of 50 people saying, "That sounds lovely, Nige, I'll let you know!"
I need firm commitments and, more importantly, payment!
If you'd like to join us, PLEASE MESSAGE ME AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.
I'll send you an invoice and would be extremely grateful if payment could be made promptly.
Remember, this isn't a formal gala dinner. It's simply an opportunity for everyone arriving in Blackpool on the Friday to get together under one roof and start what promises to be a truly memorable weekend.
And knowing some of you lot, the stories, laughter and reminiscing will probably be worth the £25 alone! 😂
So come on, everyone!
🎪 WHO'S COMING TO THE IMPERIAL ON FRIDAY 27TH NOVEMBER?
Let's get those 50 places filled, get the room secured and give Norman's very special weekend the fantastic start it deserves!
📩 PLEASE MESSAGE ME URGENTLY IF YOU'D LIKE TO ATTEND!
Looking forward to seeing you all in Blackpool!
Nigel Male 🎩
[www.normansbook.co.uk](http://www.normansbook.co.uk)
As you all know, Saturday 28th November is going to be a very special day as we celebrate the publication of Norman Barrett MBE's official biography!
We're expecting a wonderful weekend in Blackpool, with friends and circus enthusiasts travelling from far and wide to join us.
Now, I've been inundated with messages asking the same question...
"Nige, is anything happening on the Friday evening?"
Well, initially I suggested we all head down to Imli, a fantastic Indian restaurant in St Annes. However, after chatting with Bev and Neal, we decided that organising a mass migration of circus people to St Annes might be a logistical nightmare!
So, we've come up with something much simpler — and rather special!
🥂 FRIDAY 27TH NOVEMBER 2026
🏨 THE IMPERIAL HOTEL, BLACKPOOL
🎪 THE LOUIS ROOM
AN INFORMAL EVENING OF FRIENDSHIP, FOOD, DRINKS AND CIRCUS MEMORIES!
As many of you know, I have a tremendous affection for the Imperial Hotel. Not only is it one of Blackpool's most iconic establishments, but it also has a wonderful connection to our circus heritage, having been home to rehearsals for Charlie Cairoli and Norman Barrett's television work back in the 1970s.
We've already enjoyed two fabulous gala dinners there — one celebrating the publication of my Charlie Cairoli biography, 39 Years Under the Tower, and another celebrating the unveiling of Charlie's blue plaque last year.
And now, we're going back!
I've arranged for us to have the beautiful Louis Room on Friday evening, where we'll enjoy a lovely hot and cold buffet in a relaxed, informal atmosphere.
No speeches, no formalities, no black ties — just a wonderful opportunity to catch up with old friends, make new ones, enjoy a few drinks and celebrate everything that brings us together.
Hopefully, Norman and Sally, along with Charlie and Claudi, will pop in and join the festivities too!
🚨 NOW, HERE'S WHERE I NEED YOUR HELP! 🚨
💷 £25 PER PERSON — INCLUDING HOT AND COLD BUFFET
To make this happen, I need a minimum of 50 people to commit and pay in advance so that I can secure the room and arrangements.
And this is where I need you all to PUT YOUR HANDS IN YOUR POCKETS! 😂
I can't book it on the strength of 50 people saying, "That sounds lovely, Nige, I'll let you know!"
I need firm commitments and, more importantly, payment!
If you'd like to join us, PLEASE MESSAGE ME AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.
I'll send you an invoice and would be extremely grateful if payment could be made promptly.
Remember, this isn't a formal gala dinner. It's simply an opportunity for everyone arriving in Blackpool on the Friday to get together under one roof and start what promises to be a truly memorable weekend.
And knowing some of you lot, the stories, laughter and reminiscing will probably be worth the £25 alone! 😂
So come on, everyone!
🎪 WHO'S COMING TO THE IMPERIAL ON FRIDAY 27TH NOVEMBER?
Let's get those 50 places filled, get the room secured and give Norman's very special weekend the fantastic start it deserves!
📩 PLEASE MESSAGE ME URGENTLY IF YOU'D LIKE TO ATTEND!
Looking forward to seeing you all in Blackpool!
Nigel Male 🎩
[www.normansbook.co.uk](http://www.normansbook.co.uk)
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The Imperial Hotel Blackpool, North Promenade,Blackpool, United Kingdom
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