Venue Info
What facilities are available at ShinyLAN?
Parking / Travel
- Free parking at the hall, large public car park is just outside the hall
- Nearest train station is Castle Cary, about 15 mins away. Should you need a lift from the station I am sure some kind soul would come and get you. Post on the forum for a pick up request
Eating
- Kettle, microwave and fridge freezer on site
- 2 ovens and multiple hobs available for cooking
- Cutlery, Plates and cups available for use at the hall.
- Nearest small supermarket is a 2 min walk just outside the venue and into town. No need to drive
- Nearest large supermarket is a 3 minute drive from the hall just off off the A303 junction, Morrisons & Lidle.
- Chinese, Chips, Kebab House, Indian & Multiple pubs all within a 1-3 minute walk from the hall.
- Should you wish to use the kitchen at the hall, you must bring your own cooking pots/pans and utensils.
Drinking
- We suggest bringing your own alcohol, however should you want to go to a pub, there are plenty near by.
Sleeping
- Dedicated sleeping area away from the main hall. We suggest bringing a small air bed or roll mat as the floor can be quite hard.
- You can sleep in the main hall if you wish, all we ask is you are considerate to others. Snorers in the main hall will be drawn on, and/or play buckaroo
Social Area
- Shinylan has a social area where you can get away from the glow of your screen. Play board games, enjoy the organised events such as the pub quiz or poker tourney. Chairs & tables are provided
Facilities
- There are designated male & female toilets in the main entrance to the hall
- There are also some unisex toilets at the far end of the hall
- Sinks / hot water are available for washing in the main toilets
- The entire building now has glorious air conditioning