Crushing Blows Shoot

Firstly, some info from me...

Thanks to all those who showed interest in getting involved with the Crushing Blows video shoot on Thursday. I took all the names and discussed them with Paul and Lindsay.

Both Paul and Lindsay felt that the student who has worked hardest, and will therefore be joining the crew, is...Alex Gilbert

Well done Alex! Will see you Thursday

Secondly:

Kate Atchison, who is producing the Crushing Blows music video, has written a note for those involved in the shoot...

"Hi Guys!

Before we embark on this project, I just wanted to suggest a few things that you may want to bring with you over the two days. And also give you some basic information about the locations.

Wednesday - Meet outside college at 7am

On the first day we will be filming at Pooles Cavern in Buxton (01298 26978). There is no reception for mobile phones in the caves so this would be the contact telephone number in case of an emergency. My mobile number is 07532 130309 and I will have my phone with me at all times as an alternative contact number.

The caves are 2 million years old and have many protected rare natural rock formations. For this reason we are very lucky to have been granted access to restricted areas of natural beauty and need to bear in mind that we should act in accordance with the strict health and safety policy of the cavern manager Alan.

The caves are quite drippy and so I would advise you to wear sturdy footwear such as boots/wellies with a good grip/ walking shoes and warm layers that you can add or take off depending on the temperature. At some points we will be 200ft underground and it is pretty cold when you are standing about, a waterproof coat/cagool would also be advised.
There is toilet facilities and a small café at the visitor centre but I would advise bringing a packed lunch, drinks and snacks for the day if possible.
We will be leaving the caves at approx 17:30.

Thursday - Meet outside college for 8am

The second day we will be filming in Baddesley Ensor. This is a small village near Atherstone, Warwickshire. There will be a number of scenes filmed here and the general wooded areas are very muddy so please bring waterproof footwear such as wellies. We are not going to be near any shops so you will need packed lunch, drinks and snacks. WARM WATERPROOF CLOTHES ESSENTIAL!!
We will be leaving the location approx 16:00 (could be later, however).

You have all been assigned roles for the two days, which may change due to unforeseen circumstances. We do ask that you embrace your individual responsibilities as we are very tight on time and need to make sure that we are working safely and productively at all times.

If anyone has any queries that Mark can’t answer please do not hesitate to contact me on my mobile. If you need to leave earlier than the times given you will need to be collected from the location.

Its going to be a fantastic experience for us all to collect some amazing footage and work with the band on a video that will be used to promote their European tour this April!

I look forward to working with you all.

Kate"