London Fur Meets are the largest regular furry gathering in the UK. Held every three weeks in the heart of the Capital, they regularly attract more furs than many conventions. Each summer however, the London Furs go one step further with their Summer Party. And last Saturday, 30 July, was my first visit.

With the theme 'Cowboys and Indians', it was Stetsons on and saddle-up for an 8am start. At King's Cross a couple of hours later, after meeting up with , we headed by Underground straight into the City. After escaping the Tube through the labyrinth of Bank station, and after navigating the tangle of high-rise and glass in the financial district, we reached our venue for the day, the fabulous Agenda Bar. Set back from the main road in its own covered precinct, it provided the perfect setting for our rather unique group, our own little corner of the Wild West. The start was laid back, watching the chiefs, cowboys and cowgirls arriving, and for me a chance to catch up with some good friends, including and .

However, as mid-afternoon approached, giant wolves and rabbits began to emerge, which could mean only one thing: it was time, once again, for the famous London Furs fursuit walk. A new venue meant a new route, and today we stormed the Tower of London. This was a chance to meet some suiters including and ; and despite the temperature the walk was a success, going by the public's reaction at least.

After the walk I met up with and . Taking a break from the meet, our little group headed for a picnic, but of course made it back in time for Happy Hour! (which even lasted two hours). From then on we had plenty of time to chat and relax at the bar. And there was even time for a little hoe-down! (with glow sticks...) Unfortunately I had to leave early (from Liverpool Street too, thanks to British Rail closing off my route). However, one late-night trundle through East London later, I made it back home well past 11pm.

So, here I am, suitably recovered from a fantastic day out. Special thanks to everybody I had the pleasure of meeting: far more than I can metion here. You make these meets the resounding success they are; long may London Furs continue.

Yeehaw!
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