Art show & Auction pre-reg is now closed, but you can still submit items at the convention! Just bring them to the 'Warwick' room on Friday 26th May, between 2PM and 5PM!

JYMGO IS BACK and it needs YOUR help!

"If you've ever dreamed of hearing me read out something you've written at ConFuzzled in bingo call form, THIS IS THE OPPORTUNITY FOR YOU.

Help me write bingo calls! PLEASE"
https://travesty.confuzzled.org.uk/jymgo/

Hilton Residents: The Hilton Honors app on your smartphone can be used to access both self-service check-in, as well as the digital key feature for getting in to your hotel room!

Instructions for getting this setup can be found here: https://confuzzled.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/HH-Digital-Key-Communication-to-Guests.pdf

We've just sent all registered attendees two whole emails!

(Check it hasn't gone into your spam / junk / newsletter / 'other' folders)

First, our 'essential' email - lots of useful info, including things that might be different this year. It's a long one - but worth reading! Parking details, hotel information and much more! Didn't get it? No worries! You can see it here: https://mailchi.mp/326d13d72978/confuzzled-2023-essential-info

Then there's our email for those new to ConFuzzled. If you've never attended a convention before (or maybe you have, but you'd like to learn how things work at ConFuzzled), then this one is for you! You can access a web version here: https://mailchi.mp/b37c02b27f02/confuzzled-first-timer

Correction

The email address for security in the essential-email was incorrect.

The correct address is security@confuzzled.org.uk

UPDATE ON DIGITAL CHECK-IN / DIGITAL KEY:

We've been made aware that only one person can associate their Hilton Honors ID with the booking on two-person rooms.

This person is considered the 'Lead'. Once the lead has checked-in, and gained access to their digital key, they should then be able to 'share' the digital key access with their roomie, so that you then both can unlock the door with the app.

PHOTOSHOOT .... is going to be amazing!

This year they're only gonna let you create your OWN COMIC STRIPS!!!!

For real this one is fantastic and you should totally go read all about it here on the website: https://confuzzled.org.uk/photoshoot-2023/

PLUS: We highly recommend you join the dedicated announcement channel if you're planning on participating so you can get notified when bookings go live, and for other updates: https://t.me/cfzphotoshoot

HILTON CHECKOUT UPDATE

As some of you noted, in our ‘Essential Email’, we originally advised a check-out time for those staying in the Hilton of 10am. This has now been changed to the following:

• Checking out on 30th May: 11am
• Checking out on 31st May (Late Departure): 1030am

If you are requiring later check out, you can book this in advance by requesting it at the front desk. A fee of £10 per hour will be levied, and is subject to availability.

NOTE: If you check-out late anyway without booking this, you may find additional fees get levied. You may also find that your room key / digital key stops working after the check-out time (as outlined above) on your scheduled departure day if you have not pre-booked late check out.

Unfortunately there’s no way to request late check-out through the Hilton App (If you normally receive this as a membership benefit, we're afraid the Hilton are not able to extend this to you for your stay at ConFuzzled)

Late check-out will be subject to availability with the hotel.

Crowne Plaza check-out is 11am, and they also have a late departure option at £10 per hour.

Welfare Reminder!

If you take medications regularly, be sure to remember to have sufficient supply to last the duration of your time with us at ConFuzzled.

If you run out, arranging alternate supply might be tricky - check your stocks today and be sure to order your repeat prescription a little early if you need to!

Psst!

Wanna watch the convention live streams? We got mainstage event streaming, and this year we're introducing second stage streaming too!

We got ya covered in a live-stream three-way!

Head to https://t.me/ConFuzzledTV for the telegram streams and announcements direct from our video team!

Check out www.confuzzled.tv to watch on our website and see the back catalog!

Plus there's twitch too: https://www.twitch.tv/cfztvlive

During the convention, the ConFuzzled Memorial Tree, and book of remembrance will be situated in the Library (Third Stage).

Outside of any events that run in this room, the library should be kept for quiet reflection, and to offer a space where you can remember those no longer with us.

Please feel free to enter your messages and pictures in our book of remembrance

*ATTENTION*
Bookings for the photo studio will go live tomorrow at 8pm...
Less than 24 hours away and you'll be able to book your session time.
Get your friends together and book in for the same time slot.

Times are Saturday, Sunday and Monday from 11am to 2pm, 3pm to 6pm and 7pm to 9pm. Slots will be 30 mins each, guaranteeing you won't be hanging about in suit for too long.

https://t.me/cfzphotoshoot

Hi everyone.

Super sorry about this but .... a problem with the digital check-in system (the Hilton Honors app) has been identified.

Attempting to use digital check-in will challenge for a very much incorrect credit/debit card holding amount.

This means we have to ask you to not use the 'check-in' feature of the app. You will be able to check-in at hotel reception, and they will be able to manually assign a 'digital key' to your app if you would still like to use it to unlock your door (you'll also have the option to use a standard key-card)

We apologise for the inconvenience, especially as this means we will now likely still have longer queues at hotel reception. Unfortunately this issue was identified too late for Hilton Honors to resolve (it is operated centrally and beyond our control)

Did you know that in addition to our regular photoshoot, we are also operating a Fursuit Menagerie?

Themed slots as well as bookable! Check out when your species, style or even colour should show up to get collective photos taken, or book one of the free slots!

Read more here: https://confuzzled.org.uk/2023/05/24/fursuit-menagerie/

Did you know that we have vegetarian and vegan breakfast options at the Hilton?

You can enjoy a delicious and nutritious meal that suits your dietary preferences.

All you have to do is ask the breakfast staff and they will bring you the vegetarian or vegan options that they have available for you.

Start your day right and stay fueled up!

Hello everyone,

We are looking forward to seeing you at the convention soon. As a friendly reminder for early arrivals, please note that fursuiting is only allowed from Thursday at 1pm onwards, as per the previous years.

Please note:

We have several attendees this year with assistance dogs.

Please be mindful not to distract working assistance dogs, as this can disrupt the help and service they provide.

Remember, not every disability is visible. Please be respectful to both assistance animals, and those they accompany.

Thank you!

Packing?

Make sure you have your ID!

For those who are at the Hilton already, be aware that there will be a fire alarm test at 1100 today (Thursday.)

This is only a test and you need take no action unless advised otherwise by Hilton staff.

When visiting the Health Club & Pool, you can safely ignore this sign.

Hilton Residents: complimentary access
Crowne/Non-resident: £10

Show your badge!

Checking in today (early arrival)?

Please return luggage carts to the main entrance as quickly as possible!

Thank you!