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By *oudoir-Erotica OP   Couple
1 week ago

Bolton

Birmingham Bizarre Bazaar

We are having an excursion to the Birmingham Bizarre Bazaar next weekend and we would appreciate any hints and tips that you can share.

First off, parking! Where is the best place to park that's near.

Secondly, what can we expect from the market and how long would you expect to spend there on your first visit. We presume everyday clothes is OK for the market.

Then, the after show. What can we expect from that, and what is best to wear for it.

Any help will be received with thanks.

W&W

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By *oudoir-Erotica OP   Couple
1 week ago

Bolton

Any help with this folks?

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By *gent CoulsonMan
1 week ago

Secret hideaway in the pennines

The BBB is an very busy Kink market, lots of traders and a whole multitude of toys, outfits and so on to suit all tastes and persuasions.

Definitely worth a visit

They have stage shows during the day.

Parking is a ball ache, but you can find free on street parking if you are lucky

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By *oudoir-Erotica OP   Couple
1 week ago

Bolton


"The BBB is an very busy Kink market, lots of traders and a whole multitude of toys, outfits and so on to suit all tastes and persuasions.

Definitely worth a visit

They have stage shows during the day.

Parking is a ball ache, but you can find free on street parking if you are lucky"

Thank you for your input Phil. I was hoping to find a carpark near the venue to save time looking, but I do appreciate your help.

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By *reyToTheFairiesWoman
1 week ago

Carlisle usually

The market part is excellent. Make sure you check out bignbuff and whips and sticks especially if you're into impact at all.

The after-party I don't rate. I used to love it before the venue was redone, when it was a big open space and people mingled and you could watch scenes while chilling at the bar and chatting to new people, going upstairs to the wax lounge and enjoying both the wax and other people enjoying wax. But now it's all in little bitty insulated portions. If you want to watch some impact you press against the wall quietly in a room with very little actual equipment. I think there was a single spanking bench last time I went, and I never got around to playing at all. The bar is all closed off little booths so you end up only really talking to the people you came with because it feels intrusive to even approach.

It's not the BBBs fault, the venue made the changes for their own purposes and they don't have anywhere else to really go for it. I'd go back just for the market if it wasn't so very far away, but I doubt I'll bother with the after-party again 💜

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By *idssissyTV/TS
1 week ago

Nr cricket ground birm

Unfortunately most of the car parts have been turned into flats

When I used to help run it minimum black was the code for the afterwards and definitely no jeans

Unfortunately haven't been since the change in mgt but hear it's quite busy

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By *oudoir-Erotica OP   Couple
1 week ago

Bolton


"The market part is excellent. Make sure you check out bignbuff and whips and sticks especially if you're into impact at all.

The after-party I don't rate. I used to love it before the venue was redone, when it was a big open space and people mingled and you could watch scenes while chilling at the bar and chatting to new people, going upstairs to the wax lounge and enjoying both the wax and other people enjoying wax. But now it's all in little bitty insulated portions. If you want to watch some impact you press against the wall quietly in a room with very little actual equipment. I think there was a single spanking bench last time I went, and I never got around to playing at all. The bar is all closed off little booths so you end up only really talking to the people you came with because it feels intrusive to even approach.

It's not the BBBs fault, the venue made the changes for their own purposes and they don't have anywhere else to really go for it. I'd go back just for the market if it wasn't so very far away, but I doubt I'll bother with the after-party again 💜"

Thank you Hädelse, I really appreciate your input. We were hoping to see some of what's going on, but that sounds a little disappointing now. And being a friendly respectful types, we would have welcomed a little socialising with more experienced folk. Hopefully we will get to see some furniture too 🤞

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By *oudoir-Erotica OP   Couple
1 week ago

Bolton


"Unfortunately most of the car parts have been turned into flats

When I used to help run it minimum black was the code for the afterwards and definitely no jeans

Unfortunately haven't been since the change in mgt but hear it's quite busy "

Thank you Midssissy, I really appreciate your response. We will make sure we take clothes to suit.

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By *ustAnotherMan
1 week ago

over there

The Arcadian car park is fine, if small if it's busy. Personally would park at the bullring and walk down. Little bit more secure if pricier.

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By *oudoir-Erotica OP   Couple
1 week ago

Bolton


"The Arcadian car park is fine, if small if it's busy. Personally would park at the bullring and walk down. Little bit more secure if pricier."

Thank you Guy!

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By *oudoir-Erotica OP   Couple
1 week ago

Bolton

From BBB:

Hi W&W!

Lovely to hear from you and your upcoming visit to the BBB.

Parking wise:

- 4 minute walk is the open air in Kent Street opposite end to The Nightingale/BBB. Turn left into one way Kent Street from Wrentham Street use postcode B5 6QL which is the Fountain Inn on the corner. Carpark is on your right with sign partially hidden by a tree.

£1.50 per hour, max fee £6 which gives you 24hrs. Machine takes cash or use Ringo app. No height restrictions.

- 4 minute walk, 500 space undercover Arcadian Centre carpark with cameras in Bromsgrove Street B5 6NU. Height restrictions 2.05m. EuroCarParks - Up to 3 Hours £7, Up to 5 Hours £9, Up to 8 Hours £12.50, Up to 12 Hours £18, Theatre Rate (17.00 – 02.00) £9. Pay by card/contactless at machine or by phone.

- 5 minute walk at bottom of Hurst Street is Good Value Parking Ltd, 110 Bishop Street, Birmingham B5 6JL an open-air, 24-hour car park with approximately 60 spaces with no height restrictions. Budgens minimarket on corner

Rates:

1 Hour: £1.00.

2 Hours: £2.00.

3 Hours: £3.00.

All Day up to midnight: £4.00

Capacity: 60 spaces, no height restrictions.

Payment: Cash or card in machine. Pay by phone via Ringo app code 46475.

Clothing:

Everyday clothing is absolutely fine. We generally have a good mixture of people opting for the monthly theme (this month is gods and goddesses), expressing through their own fetish (eg latex, leather, collars&cuffs etc) or coming along in their comfies! As long as there's no gential nudity we are all good!

The market runs from 12noon until 6pm, our main feature is our three floors of traders to explore. Alongside that we have multiple other features available:

First timers tour: this runs from 12:30 meeting on the ground floor infront of the stage and is hosted by one of the owners (Faye) who does a floor by floor tour introducing you to traders and crew, offering insights to various fetish’s and answering any questions.

Munches: We run several inhouse munches which are gatherings of kinksters sharing social and knowledge on specific subjects. Newbie munch: this runs from 12:30-2pm on the ground floor and is a great space to chat, meet other first timers and ask questions about the community and other events. HexEducation munch: this runs from 12pm-2pm a wicca focused group who often look at practises linked to our monthly themes. Bootblack munch: runs from 12-2pm on the top floor followed by practical bootblacking time from 2pm-4pm, this is for folks looking to learn about leather lifestyle and the art of bootblacking. Littles munch: this runs from 12pm-1:30pm on the top floor and is a social and colouring space for folks interested in exploring ageplay.

We also have 2 stage shows which run on the ground floor stage, 2pm and 4pm are the timings. The 2pm features day specific info, local updates, any special features and is closed with a burlesque performance. The 4pm features our monthly best dressed competition (abit of fun on the stage, self entry competition) this is also closed with a burlesque performance.

Throughout the day we have our bars open and feature a food vendor in our ground floor garden. Il paste in a copy of the menu below for you.

With all of this on offer we find most folks spend the whole day with us but the choice is entirely yours. Some opt to pop in and out (grab a hand stamp on the door) if you want to explore other part of Birmingham or fancy something else for lunch! There is no pressure either way, we want you to enjoy the day however suits you.

The Afterparty is a newbie friendly social and play party. It is a no pressure environment so if you wish to just come along, have a drink and check it out, you are more than welcome.

We have an exhibitionist dungeon and a private dungeon. We are a no penetration event so you will not walk in to live sex, you will however see folks engaging in impact play or other forms of play.

We have a wax lounge where you can learn how to use or have a go at receiving wax. We also offer bimonthly rope classes or workshops on various subjects. This month features rope classes with WillHunt and Redridingbrat as the tutors.

If you have any further questions please feel free to come back to me.

Best wishes

Beastie

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By *egulatorsmountupMan
1 week ago

Worthing

I just go to the bullring as like people said the smaller. Places have gone. Or I get a room.

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By *oudoir-Erotica OP   Couple
1 week ago

Bolton


"I just go to the bullring as like people said the smaller. Places have gone. Or I get a room. "

Thanks Jim

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By *egulatorsmountupMan
1 week ago

Worthing


"I just go to the bullring as like people said the smaller. Places have gone. Or I get a room.

Thanks Jim"

I think there are changing rooms and if not that's what macs are for

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By *egulatorsmountupMan
1 week ago

Worthing

Which one are you going to. There are loose themes, but if your meeting new people it's good to peacock.. there is a gym group gym bearish if you need a clean and a change. I tend to wear some of my hand made latex and even in winter it needs a change. In the day flesh is fine just more reserved then the night gets a bit more debauched

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By *oudoir-Erotica OP   Couple
1 week ago

Bolton

The theme is God's and Goddesses, but this is our first one and really only going to see what goes on so not dressing to suit that.

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By *angled up in twoCouple
1 week ago

West Mids

Wouldn't bother with the Arcadian if there's a show on at the Hippodrome.

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By *iss DevilWoman
1 week ago

Bedford

It's very difficult to find parking spots near BBB, and some people tend to park like twats. We nearly got stuck in one of the smaller car parks as a car was parked where the out flow was supposed to be going, and another car was just about to park on the "in" flow space. If you can, consider taking a train - it's only about 10min walk from Birmingham New Street station.

Traders- there is loads of them, but it all depends on what you're after. Normally there is a lot of impact play stuff, but not as much for sensory play.

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By *oudoir-Erotica OP   Couple
1 week ago

Bolton


"It's very difficult to find parking spots near BBB, and some people tend to park like twats. We nearly got stuck in one of the smaller car parks as a car was parked where the out flow was supposed to be going, and another car was just about to park on the "in" flow space. If you can, consider taking a train - it's only about 10min walk from Birmingham New Street station.

Traders- there is loads of them, but it all depends on what you're after. Normally there is a lot of impact play stuff, but not as much for sensory play.

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Thank you Miss Devil

That's a shame, sensory play is more our thing. We like impact play items for props, but you don't really need quality for that. I do enjoy craftsmanship though, so no harm in looking.

W&W

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By *iss DevilWoman
1 week ago

Bedford

Don't be surprised if you feel odd in everyday clothes. As I was going on the train, I didn't feel comfortable wearing anything kinky, and I didn't want to change in the venue either. Did feel a bit too "normal", in my T-shirt and leggings - it was Pride theme, when I went.

There is 3 floors of traders, and I was done within less than an hour. But I was after something rather specific.

I did not stay for the after party as I didn't want to take a very late train. When I stayed some time ago, with my partner, there wasn't that much going on, to be fair. The general rule is no full nudity, genitals need to be covered.

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By *henorthsouthdivideCouple
1 week ago

Hertfordshire/Yorkshire

Hello, we are heading there tomorrow too so hopefully see you there.

Jay and Daisy

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By *oudoir-Erotica OP   Couple
1 week ago

Bolton

If you see a couple with a tall guy (just under 6'4") looking lost - you may have found us. You can see what we look like on our profile.

Wyked

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