Frequently Asked Questions
What
is Kinklusive and how did it come about?
Kinklusive
is a celebration of BDSM and Fetish in Manchester planned for 12th
November 2005. Kinklusive aims to be genuinely pansexual in scope,
and to reflect the diversity of Manchester's Straight, Lesbian, Bi
and Gay BDSM / Fetish / Leather scenes.
It came about following the desire from many sections of the community
to have an event we could be proud of in the North that showed
everything that was great about the community and scene based in and
around Manchester. The date was chosen to avoid clashes with other
local and national events (including KinkFest II in London in July,
the Pride Week in Manchester at the end of August, and the Skin Two
Rubber Ball weekend in London at the start of October.) and
Kinklusive was born. The team includes people with a wealth of
experience in organising events, from the scale of local munches up
to large events such as Pervefest and the annual International
Women's SM Conference in Manchester.
Is Kinklusive going to be an annual event?
No decision has yet been made whether it is going to become an annual
event. This decision will be made after a review of the event (so please
don't ask us on the weekend!)
Where will any profits be going?
One of two things will happen to any profits from the event:
If it is decided to hold further events then any profits will be used to
organise and support future events. If we decide not to continue all
assets of the group that remain will become the property of groups
with similar objective to those of Kinklusive and it will be
announced via the site which groups they are when it happens.
How can I purchase tickets?
Tickets
can be bought via our website
For those without internet access we accept cheque or postal orders
through the post but these must be received by the 2nd
November 2005. Please ensure that you give us details of what
tickets you want to buy and where you want your ticket number sending
either by email or post.
Please note to purchase tickets for Nemesis or advance Club Lash tickets then you
must also be purchasing tickets for the Saturday or Sunday Daytime
Event.
Are concessions / work exchange available?
Concessionary
prices are available as is a work exchange program for those having
difficulty affording the event. For more details of these contact
info@kinklusive.org
Can I take pictures during the event?
Only authorized photographers will be permitted during the event.
Unauthorised use of cameras or any other recording equipment is
forbidden.
What is the dress code for the event?
During the day events there has not been a dress code set. Dress in whatever
you feel comfortable wearing whether that is casual or fetish but
please note full frontal nudity is not permitted.
For the evening events the dress code is Rubber, Leather, PVC, Drag,
50's, Uniform, Fancy Dress (The theme for the Fridays Lash event is
70’s Glam), Glamour and Goth. No Street Wear, jeans or trainer are
allowed. If in doubt email us via
info@kinklusive.org.uk
and tell us what you want to wear and we’ll let you know if it's ok.
What is the party etiquette for the night events?
- Keep it "Safe, Sane and Consensual" at all times.
- You are responsible for your own safety, and the safety of your
playmates at all times.
- Do not get in the way or crowd scenes. If you are hit you have only
yourself to blame.
- The universal club safeword is RED. If you hear it, stop play
immediately.
- Respect the playspace. Clean up after messy scenes. Use a drop cloth when
waxing.
- Players
get priority over voyeurs in the play areas. Please keep the area
around the dungeon furniture clear if you are not playing.
- Do not touch without permission. This applies to people, their
equipment, clothes, toys or their subs.
- Do not sit on the dungeon furniture. Furniture is for beating arses,
not resting them.
- Tell the Dungeon Monitors. They are there to ensure "Safe, Sane and
Consensual" Play. It is their job to deal with serious breaches
of etiquette, or offensive behaviour.
Please note for Club Lash stripping to the waist is fine, but frontal
nudity is forbidden for licensing reasons.
What is the Manchester Fetish Map?
As
part of the event publicity and promotion, we are developing an A3
(29.7 x 42 cms) "Fetish Map" which will include a map of
Manchester City Centre, along with advertising space for BDSM
orientated businesses and community Groups.
The
Map itself will be widely distributed as part of the event itself and
since the event will have people from all over the country attending,
the advertising will be hitting a national audience.
For more information contact map@kinklusive.org.uk
I need directions to the events
Club Lash
on the Friday evening and the Saturday Day event is being held at
Legends 4-6 Whitworth Street Manchester, M1 3QW. This is about
300ft from Piccadilly Train Station. Further information on Legends
its self can be found on our website. For those traveling by car
there is very little street parking in Whitworth Street (near the
venue) and it is limited to 3 hours but there are parking
facilities/buildings available in Minshull Street, Chorlton Street,
Ducie Street and Dale Street.
For those needing directions to Nemesis due to the private nature of the
venue these will be provide on the day with your registration packs.
For those attending MUD on the Sunday details of how to get there will be
given out on the weekend. For more information on MUD go to
http://www.mud-uk.com/
If you have any queries please contact info@kinklusive.org.uk
How do I get around Manchester
As
part of the website we have a
list of useful links and information about
getting around Manchester.
Is the venue accessible?
For more information on accessibility and to discuss any needs you may
have please contact info@kinklusive.org.uk
How
can I get involved as a volunteer?
We
need a range of volunteer on the day. For more information on
volunteering email info@kinklusive.org
How can I help to promote the event?
We have flyers which are currently being distributed around the country.
If you want any flyers to distribute in your area contact
info@kinklusive.or.uk
or through our mailing
list
We
also have a banner which can be added to your website. Details of
which can be found
on our website.
Thank
you in advance for your help!
How can I contact Kinklusive?
There is a range of ways to get in touch:-
Regarding
the kinklusive fetish map please contact:
map@kinklusive.org.uk
Regarding stalls please contact
vendors@kinklusive.org.uk
Regarding
the website please contact webmaster@kinklusive.org.uk
For
other queries please email
info@kinklusive.org.uk
Mailing List
For
very general questions, the mailing
list is the best place to start.
