Dibden Purlieu Saint Posted 19 April, 2012 Share Posted 19 April, 2012 Quick and economical is the way forward, especially when you do 35k a year. I do around 5000, working in London puts paid to any need to be economical really... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sour Mash Posted 19 April, 2012 Share Posted 19 April, 2012 I believe Charlton took around 6,000 to Boro for an important game a few years back and it was midweek as well. The fact we're struggling to shift 4,000 tickets for it is embarrassing. Look at Plymouth last year, people were paying silly money for tickets purely because it was a couple of hours on the rattler. Our support really isn't all you lot make it out to be. I await the comments from the usual suspects who live in a world of blissful ignorance. I'm more than happy with not selling out. Can hopefully move around and stand where we want, would rather have a couple of thousand away day regulars than loads jumping on the bandwagon, if others choose to miss out, it's their loss. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken Tone Posted 19 April, 2012 Share Posted 19 April, 2012 It is remarkable to think that as on TV at 5.20 that many people are still bothered by a trip to a wet Middlesbrough at Saturday tea time! The fact is money is tight and priorities change - I'm fortunate enough to be able to fund my only hobby, and love the occassions. I wasn't going to go to Middlesbrough originally because I had decided to get down for the Coventry game. But for all my "tightness" I have decided to go and give the boys one last shout away this season with a couple of thousand others, just to make the difference between getting the draw or a win. I am not contemplating losing or turning up like we did against Blackpool. Not my last game as I am still making Coventry. Frankly speaking the away crowds have been fantastic all season, and the increase over the last couple of months is nothing short of spectacular, especially as I can remember being one of only 60-fans for a night game in the Saints end at Hillsborough in the early 80's. Honestly I have no bone to pick with anyone who stays in Southampton (or anywhere else) to watch it on TV. I'm happy that they can get as much from it on the TV or laptop by streaming. I have done both with differing experiences - but I know I just want to have one of those "I was there" moments again. Just like at Orient last time, and Luton the week before that...it's something that lives with you forever. Somehow - "Yeah I remember that I was down the pub" doesn't cut it for me! And I hope you enjoy it. I'd go, but I'm afraid I'll embarrass the 'proper' away fans by singing the wrong song, being middle-aged and enthusiastic, or god forbid, .... sitting down ..... or even ....eating a sandwich. Oh the shame! Btw if anyone looks at the thread on away attendances and tries the link given http://www.footballforums.net/forums/showthread.php/277307-Championship-Away-Following-2011-12 they'll see that anything over 3000 will be the biggest away following by anyone this season at Middlesborough. Only the 2 Yorkshire clubs, Hull and Leeds ,for whom it is a local derby of sorts, have come anywhere near that. For a game live on TV at a bloody silly time, 6 hours drive away, I reckon that is actually pretty impressive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JRM Posted 19 April, 2012 Share Posted 19 April, 2012 I believe Charlton took around 6,000 to Boro for an important game a few years back and it was midweek as well. The fact we're struggling to shift 4,000 tickets for it is embarrassing. Look at Plymouth last year, people were paying silly money for tickets purely because it was a couple of hours on the rattler. Our support really isn't all you lot make it out to be. I await the comments from the usual suspects who live in a world of blissful ignorance. good point they did, it was subsidised coach and rail though Charlton really made an effort for it being FA Cup 1/4 final. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bucks Saint Posted 19 April, 2012 Share Posted 19 April, 2012 How is it rubbish? Can you please inform of an away game where there have been numerous unofficial coaches at? You said Spurs have a 'laddish' following and ours is full of elderly people and middle-aged drips. Thats rubbish. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dronskisaint Posted 19 April, 2012 Share Posted 19 April, 2012 Unofrtunately off to see Leftfield, M.A.N.D.Y, Booka Shade, Laurent Garnier and James Zabiela in Brixton. But quite gutted I'm missing it all the same. You deserve to be sh*tlisted by Audi drivers! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dibden Purlieu Saint Posted 19 April, 2012 Share Posted 19 April, 2012 you deserve to be sh*tlisted by audi drivers! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turkish Posted 19 April, 2012 Share Posted 19 April, 2012 You said Spurs have a 'laddish' following and ours is full of elderly people and middle-aged drips. Thats rubbish. There were a lot of elderly people and middle aged drips around me at Peterborough so it isn't rubbish. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sfc2003 Posted 19 April, 2012 Share Posted 19 April, 2012 Few spaces left on minibus. Please contact me asap as will get tickets accordingly 07840 878386 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thedelldays Posted 19 April, 2012 Share Posted 19 April, 2012 Few spaces left on minibus. Please contact me asap as will get tickets accordingly 07840 878386 how much will you have match tickets too Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fan The Flames Posted 19 April, 2012 Share Posted 19 April, 2012 Anyone who uses the word 'embarrassed' in this context is a loser imo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Son of Bob Posted 19 April, 2012 Share Posted 19 April, 2012 I can't see why people wouldn't want to go to this one really. It's the most excited I've been about an away game for years. Can't wait! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rshephard3 Posted 19 April, 2012 Share Posted 19 April, 2012 Rationally speaking Peterborough was the one to go to wasn't it? I can see people want the party time but Tuesday put matters beyond reasonable doubt and I can understand some peoples reluctance to do a 9am-3/4am stint when, unlike Tuesday, the game is live on TV. I would actually be going but I have to work every other Saturday which is annoying, I'm barely going to make kick off on TV Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
This Charming Man Posted 19 April, 2012 Share Posted 19 April, 2012 You said Spurs have a 'laddish' following and ours is full of elderly people and middle-aged drips. Thats rubbish. It's not at all. It's yet another fact. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sour Mash Posted 19 April, 2012 Share Posted 19 April, 2012 Anyone else staying in Chesterfield on the way back? Not sure why we picked Chesterfield mind - apart from being able to gaze at the crooked spire. Meant to be a top night out to be fair. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nexstar Posted 19 April, 2012 Share Posted 19 April, 2012 I believe Charlton took around 6,000 to Boro for an important game a few years back and it was midweek as well. The fact we're struggling to shift 4,000 tickets for it is embarrassing. Look at Plymouth last year, people were paying silly money for tickets purely because it was a couple of hours on the rattler. Our support really isn't all you lot make it out to be. I await the comments from the usual suspects who live in a world of blissful ignorance. Charlton fans had free coach travel from different places across the country Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saintscottofthenortham Posted 19 April, 2012 Share Posted 19 April, 2012 It will be a day the 10'sof thousands who were happy to watch on the telly will always regret if they watch a sea of yellow erupt as we are promoted. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JRM Posted 19 April, 2012 Share Posted 19 April, 2012 Few spaces left on minibus. Please contact me asap as will get tickets accordingly 07840 878386 for those saying can't afford it - here is a good option, can limit the day to match ticket, mini bus, couple of cans and a packed lunch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kpturner Posted 19 April, 2012 Share Posted 19 April, 2012 Meant to be a top night out to be fair.I hope so.....unless there are just the three of us with Saints goggles on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
100%Red&White Posted 19 April, 2012 Share Posted 19 April, 2012 Crazy. How many conflicting bits of information can come out of one place? I was stood right next to someone when they called the '0800' number from here at work at 4.45 yesterday and someone on the other end named Ben said between 300 and 350 left. Now I know you aint got to be a rocket scientist to work in the Ticket Office but the difference between "300" and "1000" isn't exactly close. Do they just pluck a figure out of the air? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
This Charming Man Posted 19 April, 2012 Share Posted 19 April, 2012 for those saying can't afford it - here is a good option, can limit the day to match ticket, mini bus, couple of cans and a packed lunch. Costs is merely just a convenient excuse. If it was in London, we would sell 10k plus tickets for it with most going on the lash all day long spending well over £100 in the process. This day out can be done for well under that. As other's have already said on here "it's just too much hassle". Their loss... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Suomi Saint Posted 19 April, 2012 Share Posted 19 April, 2012 It's up to the individual though, isn't it? I think anything over 3,000 would be a good turnout quite honestly. I wouldn't blame people for putting other priorities first. It all depends what age you are and on your status - if you are young, have no responsibilities, and want to go on the lash, then you should make an effort to go. 1978 at Orient was during the week, 15,000 Saints fans turned up, and it was an absolutely magical night. But then again, I was only 14, it wasn't on the box, and it was a different era. The 3,000+ plus will do us proud, and more importantly, they will be rewarded with some great memories. Priceless. The most important thing is that the team's performance rewards those that are going - not the other way around. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Viking Warrior Posted 19 April, 2012 Share Posted 19 April, 2012 when I got my tickewt this morning the guy said there were about 800 left. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mattio Posted 19 April, 2012 Share Posted 19 April, 2012 anyone want to pay for me....plymouth to m'boro.....very farThis. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gigersaint Posted 19 April, 2012 Share Posted 19 April, 2012 Trying all sorts to try and get to this game, I've little left till end of month, and without car on Saturday, trying to get some additional funds for ticket tomorrow to ensure I'm covered for rest of the month then just to sort out how to get there in less than 12 hours after I get ticket. Hoping to get something sorted!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Garrett Posted 19 April, 2012 Share Posted 19 April, 2012 Trying all sorts to try and get to this game, I've little left till end of month, and without car on Saturday, trying to get some additional funds for ticket tomorrow to ensure I'm covered for rest of the month then just to sort out how to get there in less than 12 hours after I get ticket. Hoping to get something sorted!! Few spaces left on minibus. Please contact me asap as will get tickets accordingly 07840 878386 Thank me later ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
100%Red&White Posted 19 April, 2012 Share Posted 19 April, 2012 If you're struggling with transport it's worth giving this guy a call, he runs 'Saints Away Travel'. He picks up on the Waterside, Totton, So'ton city centre, Eastleigh and Winchester. He's had luxury double-deckers for recent trips so if you're unfortunate enough to have to travel by coach this has got to be a lot better than the Bingo-Buses. Nick: 07801 867365 or nickgregory2@gmail.com. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Posted 19 April, 2012 Share Posted 19 April, 2012 You said Spurs have a 'laddish' following and ours is full of elderly people and middle-aged drips. Thats rubbish. Its not rubbish, its very true. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glasgow_Saint Posted 19 April, 2012 Author Share Posted 19 April, 2012 Its not rubbish, its very true. Rubbish! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
opthomps Posted 19 April, 2012 Share Posted 19 April, 2012 I hope so.....unless there are just the three of us with Saints goggles on. It's very backwards. Hope you enjoy it, but not sure I would go there again, when Sheffield is only a few miles up the road. Depends what you're looking for I suppose. If saints win then anywhere's going to be class. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sfc2003 Posted 19 April, 2012 Share Posted 19 April, 2012 Yes got tickets reserved but need confirmed places as don't wanna get left with spares Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kpturner Posted 19 April, 2012 Share Posted 19 April, 2012 It's very backwards. Hope you enjoy it, but not sure I would go there again, when Sheffield is only a few miles up the road. Depends what you're looking for I suppose. If saints win then anywhere's going to be class.We are going to take photos of the crooked spire before settling down for 9 hours kip in our nice hotel rooms I doubt we will get to Sheffield unless we bribe the driver big time. Any recommendations (for a decent pint that is)? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheaf Saint Posted 19 April, 2012 Share Posted 19 April, 2012 Meant to be a top night out to be fair. Don't know where you have heard that from. In my experience it's just another typical small northern ex-industrial town with a small-town attitude and no redeeming features IMO. It's known as Ches Vegas around here - owing to it's vulgarity and lack of any class. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sour Mash Posted 19 April, 2012 Share Posted 19 April, 2012 Don't know where you have heard that from. In my experience it's just another typical small northern ex-industrial town with a small-town attitude and no redeeming features IMO. It's known as Ches Vegas around here - owing to it's vulgarity and lack of any class. Sounds a good night out to me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brianoneils slidingtackle Posted 19 April, 2012 Share Posted 19 April, 2012 "It's known as Ches Vegas around here - owing to it's vulgarity and lack of any class" Sounds like my first wife Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Garrett Posted 19 April, 2012 Share Posted 19 April, 2012 Chesterfield is ****e. Sheffield is far better, very surprised you went for Chesterfield ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
This Charming Man Posted 19 April, 2012 Share Posted 19 April, 2012 Can this thread title please be amended to 'Middlesbrough 1000/800/350/300/noideajustmakinguprandomfigures tickets left' please? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kpturner Posted 19 April, 2012 Share Posted 19 April, 2012 Chesterfield is ****e. Sheffield is far better, very surprised you went for Chesterfield !I think the criteria at the time was to stay somewhere that was not too far from Middlesbrough and not too far from Southampton. In hindsight Sheffield may have been a better bet. Never mind - we will make the most of it anyway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Saints Posted 19 April, 2012 Share Posted 19 April, 2012 I'm saving my money for the play-offs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turkish Posted 19 April, 2012 Share Posted 19 April, 2012 I think the criteria at the time was to stay somewhere that was not too far from Middlesbrough and not too far from Southampton. In hindsight Sheffield may have been a better bet. Never mind - we will make the most of it anyway. You should have gone to York or Harrogate. Harrogate is a nice town full of posh northern birds with a bit of cash and decent pubs and bars, my sort of place. York is just a good place. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
suewhistle Posted 19 April, 2012 Share Posted 19 April, 2012 That's so true. I can still see Terry Paine heading that goal at Brisbane Road nearly 50 years ago. Thought I remembered Tony Funnell... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kpturner Posted 19 April, 2012 Share Posted 19 April, 2012 Thought I remembered Tony Funnell...Not 50 years ago you didn't Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
suewhistle Posted 19 April, 2012 Share Posted 19 April, 2012 Indeed! Must have been '78 then? :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glasgow_Saint Posted 19 April, 2012 Author Share Posted 19 April, 2012 Next person to buy a ticket ask how many left - my guess 800 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fromdayone Posted 19 April, 2012 Share Posted 19 April, 2012 Rationally speaking Peterborough was the one to go to wasn't it? I can see people want the party time but Tuesday put matters beyond reasonable doubt and I can understand some peoples reluctance to do a 9am-3/4am stint when, unlike Tuesday, the game is live on TV. I would actually be going but I have to work every other Saturday which is annoying, I'm barely going to make kick off on TV Count yourself lucky, I start work at 6pm on Saturday!! Not even gonna get to see the match on tv. Gutted. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Appy Posted 19 April, 2012 Share Posted 19 April, 2012 500 left when i phoned at half 2. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saintmatt Posted 19 April, 2012 Share Posted 19 April, 2012 Coaches now sold out according to someone's tweet on myface Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glasgow_Saint Posted 19 April, 2012 Author Share Posted 19 April, 2012 500 left when i phoned at half 2. Much better Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glasgow_Saint Posted 19 April, 2012 Author Share Posted 19 April, 2012 Count yourself lucky, I start work at 6pm on Saturday!! Not even gonna get to see the match on tv. Gutted. sick leave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe Kirkup Posted 19 April, 2012 Share Posted 19 April, 2012 For anyone staying in Boro the night my sis in law comes from there and has recommended Akbars for a curry after. always have to have a celebratory curry after away games. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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