Being FRIDAY I thought that I would mention that having used up our store of rock salt we have had some interesting suggestions from concerned staff on what to do until more rock salt arrives. For example: Go down the beach and take some sand to use around the site. Put straw down. Send everyone home (surprise) Spread soil over the footpaths and carparks Anyone had any other interesting suggestions?

no flap there then!

Yes the socks do work but they have to be woolen socks. On the subject of rock salt, does anyone know of the cheapest / expensive rate for 20kg bags of salt (if availible) and where from? Badger

I used to but from a company called Peacock Salt in Scotland, no idea on the state of play though, probably no chance of getting any. An alternative is a company called Basic Solution who offer a man-made alternative. Im sure you can find details on both if you do a google search. Apologies for posting the company names but I am sick to death of PMing the same info over and over so took the decision that if so many people want to know I may as well post it and hope not to have my hand slapped by the mods. I have absolutley no connection with either company, other than the fact that I have bought from them both about 5 years ago.