ecuk268 Posted 30 October, 2013 Share Posted 30 October, 2013 Some of you may know Herbie Taylor who takes Tour parties round St Marys. Herbie's been watching Saints since the late 40's and has a comprehensive knowledge of the Club's history. He's now 81 and intends to retire at the end of this season. If you've never been on a tour, I would recommend one with Herbie. Even if you go to every home game, the tour is still interesting as you get to go to all the behind-the-scenes places (Board Room, Dressing Rooms, Police Cells etc). Herbie is a master of his art so get on a tour before he retires. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pugwash Posted 30 October, 2013 Share Posted 30 October, 2013 Bump this. I've been on one of Herbie's tours. Lovely bloke, absolute gent. Let's hope the club give him some recognition for all his efforts, including his charity work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaintDonkey Posted 30 October, 2013 Share Posted 30 October, 2013 Herbie on Saint's list has one minor issue with this piece. He's 83 not 81. To quote the man himself: "When I was a youngster of just. 81 I did a Zip Wire trip high above St Mary's from the Northam Stand to the Chapel Stand for charity. I had no intention of retiring at such a young age!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matthew Le God Posted 30 October, 2013 Share Posted 30 October, 2013 (edited) Filmed in 2003 when Saints played Steaua Bucharest in the UEFA Cup... [video=youtube;s3g-IIrb3oE]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s3g-IIrb3oE Edited 30 October, 2013 by Matthew Le God Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matthew Le God Posted 30 October, 2013 Share Posted 30 October, 2013 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bb5yJs99Xjo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trousers Posted 30 October, 2013 Share Posted 30 October, 2013 Just tried booking myself onto one of Herbie's remaining tours but all sold out Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Giordano Posted 30 October, 2013 Share Posted 30 October, 2013 For those Saints supporters that don't know, Herbie produces what many consider the definitive match report for most (if not all) home matches at St Marys. He published this on Saintslist which is a yahoo based forum ( just google it and you will find out how to access it) and by midnight or sometimes the next day or so you get a comprehensive incredibly detailed always consistent report on the match much superior to anything elsewhere in the media or on here or the UI site. For Saints fans who cannot get to the match or who cannot watch on TV/internet or radio its the next best thing. If I want to know about a home Saints match I check what Herb has written for corroboration and he is rarely in error. The good thing as well is that he is not only knowledgeable and passionate about Saints but that he is always fair in his opinions too. He has favorites and not so favorites but invariably calls the player and the game as he sees it without prejudice. Well worth the (free) subscribing to the SaintsList just to read what Herb writes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dark Munster Posted 30 October, 2013 Share Posted 30 October, 2013 ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LVSaint Posted 30 October, 2013 Share Posted 30 October, 2013 Yep, great old man with a lot of knowledge. Was lucky enough to catch his tour last summer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ivan Katalinic's 'tache Posted 30 October, 2013 Share Posted 30 October, 2013 Yep, been on a stadium tour with Herbie and he was so knowledgeable - it was a real experience. I presume he too will be replaced by an attractive young lady in a short, tight skirt who will also try to sell you a programme? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colinjb Posted 30 October, 2013 Share Posted 30 October, 2013 For those Saints supporters that don't know, Herbie produces what many consider the definitive match report for most (if not all) home matches at St Marys. He published this on Saintslist which is a yahoo based forum ( just google it and you will find out how to access it) and by midnight or sometimes the next day or so you get a comprehensive incredibly detailed always consistent report on the match much superior to anything elsewhere in the media or on here or the UI site. For Saints fans who cannot get to the match or who cannot watch on TV/internet or radio its the next best thing. If I want to know about a home Saints match I check what Herb has written for corroboration and he is rarely in error. The good thing as well is that he is not only knowledgeable and passionate about Saints but that he is always fair in his opinions too. He has favorites and not so favorites but invariably calls the player and the game as he sees it without prejudice. Well worth the (free) subscribing to the SaintsList just to read what Herb writes. I don't doubt it! Shame to see that the remainder of the stadium tours with him involved are sold out.... wasn't even aware that you could have such a thing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ant Posted 30 October, 2013 Share Posted 30 October, 2013 Just tried booking myself onto one of Herbie's remaining tours but all sold out Bugger. Always meant to do this and never have. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Norm Posted 30 October, 2013 Share Posted 30 October, 2013 As nice a man as you could wish to meet! I have been on one of Herbies tours and he is so knowledgeable on Saints. I hope the club do something to honour his service to SFC. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Viking Warrior Posted 30 October, 2013 Share Posted 30 October, 2013 I know Herbie well . One of life's real gentleman . He has being talking about retiring for a while . In fact I thought he had but was asked to come back. He has done so much for fans the club people less fortunate than us like the Chernobyl kids visits And his match reports are spot on thank goodness I'm a member of the saints list . I salute you Sir Herbie. Was given the fan of the year award a couple of years ago. . I hope your blushing Herbie but you deserve all the praise for what you have done for the club and fans over the years . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Norm Posted 30 October, 2013 Share Posted 30 October, 2013 Spot on, VW! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint J 77 Posted 31 October, 2013 Share Posted 31 October, 2013 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bb5yJs99Xjo The club has been through a lot since he recorded that. It would be interesting to hear his thoughts on the club now in an updated video. Although I've never met Herbie himself he seems a very likeable guy and passionate Saints fan. I hope the club give him a good send off when he retires! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doggface Posted 31 October, 2013 Share Posted 31 October, 2013 It's characters like Herbie that typifies what is great about this club. He is a great story teller and his match reports are really entertaining and capture the imagination. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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