minestrone 8 Posted August 25, 2019 Just wondering if any/many using the train on Saturday? I believe it’s around 20 minutes walk from Stratford so am thinking the 12.00 train, gets in at 1.45 should be about right. The 12.00 train is the latest direct service that will get you into the ground in time. Has anyone done this walk? Is the much around the area to see, Olympic legacy and all that? Or better just to head to the ground? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FenwayFrank 2,427 Posted August 25, 2019 Don’t forget to wave at the Binners when you stop there Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
minestrone 8 Posted August 25, 2019 Normally head for the toilet at that point! Like to leave a gift. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bill 1,788 Posted August 25, 2019 27 minutes ago, minestrone said: Just wondering if any/many using the train on Saturday? I believe it’s around 20 minutes walk from Stratford so am thinking the 12.00 train, gets in at 1.45 should be about right. The 12.00 train is the latest direct service that will get you into the ground in time. Has anyone done this walk? Is the much around the area to see, Olympic legacy and all that? Or better just to head to the ground? here we are minnie Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
splendidrush 698 Posted August 25, 2019 Apparently, Westfield Stratford has the reputation of being the worst shopping centre in Europe for bag snatching and theft...... watch your wallet. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Canary73 148 Posted August 26, 2019 Here's a map if needed. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TIL 1010 4,658 Posted August 26, 2019 Little doubt that all trains to London will be standing room only packed with City fans and yummy mummies with teenage daughters on a shopping trip to the capital. This is usually the case on such trips as tickets are sold beyond capacity and add in the fact that Scum are at home so the stops at Diss, Stowmarket and Scum HQ should make for an interesting trip especially if this weather lasts the week out. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Capt. Pants 4,092 Posted August 26, 2019 And then the Inter City Firm will give you a warm welcome on arrival. Have fun! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
splendidrush 698 Posted August 26, 2019 If the ICF are the same guys I used to know, most are grandads approaching their pension. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
minestrone 8 Posted August 26, 2019 10 hours ago, splendidrush said: Apparently, Westfield Stratford has the reputation of being the worst shopping centre in Europe for bag snatching and theft...... watch your wallet. No worries there- wife keeps that and she’s staying in Norwich! 1 hour ago, Capt. Pants said: And then the Inter City Firm will give you a warm welcome on arrival. Have fun! If that’s even still a thing I wouldn’t imagine they’d even bother getting out of bed on a Saturday morning for Norwich. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
yellow 63 23 Posted August 26, 2019 3 hours ago, splendidrush said: If the ICF are the same guys I used to know, most are grandads approaching their pension. Still a few young pups about mid 50s Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SwindonCanary 455 Posted August 26, 2019 As always I wear my colours, but with the hot weather, I can't cover them up. Going to the Westfield shopping centre first, hope I'll be okay. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FenwayFrank 2,427 Posted August 26, 2019 I went to the Olympic stadium for the baseball. It was when we were in a big bottleneck of fans afterwards that I said to my mate that I wouldn’t want to be there if we get a last minute winner against West Ham. Having said that I would presume there would be a lot more security on Saturday Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
vos 155 Posted August 26, 2019 You would have thought that a train operator with any sort of initiative would have done a special to Stratford. I expect that they were so short sighted they did not want to pay a couple of staff to have to kill time for three hours by wandering around Westfield and having a cup of tea etc. Or alternatively arranging for more trains to briefly stop at Stratford. Mind you customer service disappeared from the UK some time ago. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
......and Smith must score. 1,311 Posted August 26, 2019 18 hours ago, splendidrush said: Apparently, Westfield Stratford has the reputation of being the worst shopping centre in Europe for bag snatching and theft...... watch your wallet. Avoiding Aspers casino is another good way to watch your wallet 🙂 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
keelansgrandad 6,679 Posted August 26, 2019 I saw the heading and did twenty press ups 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jobsworth Canary 168 Posted August 27, 2019 Can’t wait will have a skin full on the train down Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CANARYKING 634 Posted August 27, 2019 3 hours ago, Jobsworth Canary said: Can’t wait will have a skin full on the train down Best of luck getting into the ground Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FenwayFrank 2,427 Posted August 27, 2019 I think he’s being “funny” Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
splendidrush 698 Posted August 27, 2019 2 hours ago, FenwayFrank said: I think he’s being “funny” It's not working is it? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wcorkcanary 4,315 Posted August 27, 2019 8 minutes ago, splendidrush said: It's not working is it? Does it ever work for him? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jobsworth Canary 168 Posted August 27, 2019 51 minutes ago, wcorkcanary said: Does it ever work for him? I have often wondered how does a Taig end up supporting Norwich anyway? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fuzzar 1,701 Posted August 27, 2019 I think you may need to tweak your meds, Waveney 👍. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TIL 1010 4,658 Posted August 27, 2019 1 hour ago, wcorkcanary said: Does it ever work for him? My irony meter just broke again. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bill 1,788 Posted August 27, 2019 14 hours ago, keelansgrandad said: I saw the heading and did twenty press ups not all at once, I hope 😋 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mello Yello 2,265 Posted August 27, 2019 On 26/08/2019 at 07:46, Canary73 said: Here's a map if needed. I looked at the stadium on that map......and I immediately thought 'toilet seat'....... 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wcorkcanary 4,315 Posted August 27, 2019 49 minutes ago, Jobsworth Canary said: I have often wondered how does a Taig end up supporting Norwich anyway? Incredible insight there jobbo, born in Yorkshire raised in Norfolk for my formative years 4-16 yrs old, that's how come i support Norwich. if you have a problem with that then take your problem and place it between your well rounded cheeks and push, hard. Take a visit here sometime and call someone a Taig. They'll soon put some manners on you. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mello Yello 2,265 Posted August 27, 2019 23 hours ago, yellow 63 said: Still a few young pups about mid 50s They'll be so full of pills and medication - you'll hear them rattling as they huff an' puff towards you.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wcorkcanary 4,315 Posted August 27, 2019 12 minutes ago, TIL 1010 said: My irony meter just broke again. Yawn,i suggest you get a new, less sensitive one, as yours is clearly faulty. While you're at it get your sense of Humour bypass reversed. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jobsworth Canary 168 Posted August 27, 2019 23 minutes ago, wcorkcanary said: Incredible insight there jobbo, born in Yorkshire raised in Norfolk for my formative years 4-16 yrs old, that's how come i support Norwich. if you have a problem with that then take your problem and place it between your well rounded cheeks and push, hard. Take a visit here sometime and call someone a Taig. They'll soon put some manners on you. Ah so you are like that traitor from Castle milk who turned his back on his own starting to make sense now Share this post Link to post Share on other sites