Crawley game [Archive]

Bud Eagle

16-07-2000, 01:53 PM

I'm presuming that the game starts at 3pm... I finish work at 2 (just up the road), so I'll be straight down to the game after.

Who else is going and is there any chance I can meet them there?

Small number

16-07-2000, 01:56 PM

how would I get to Crawley from London Bridge?

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'The wise will one day rise'

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Bud Eagle

16-07-2000, 02:09 PM

Er, train? Should be able to get one there, I think, go down to Horsham and change trains there, although I'm not sure of that.

16-07-2000, 02:11 PM

You can get a train direct from London Bridge, but they only run once an hour and stop everywhere. Best best, get to East Croydon or Clapham and change. Three Bridges is ok and get a cab. Loads of cabs at either Crawley or Three Bridges. Game kicks off at 3pm, £6 on terrace, £7 in seats. Quite a few fans will be there judging by earlier threads.

Bud Eagle

16-07-2000, 03:23 PM

So are we all gonna congregate in one part of the ground, cos I would like to meet some of you lot.

curly c.p.f.c

16-07-2000, 05:49 PM

Was told by an expert that Three Bridges is miles better for pubs, cab's to the ground though near bus station also? had to write this down as I was on the BBS pud crawl at the time. New ground so I'm up for it. Do we need tickets in advance as I think a surprising amount of the RED & BLUE ARMY will show up on the day?.

GreatGonzo

16-07-2000, 06:32 PM

Has anyone got contacts at Crawley FC?

Afterall if they do not plan to open the whole ground they may get caught out. I guess all Crawley fans are gonna try and get to this one and if the BBS is anything to go by Palace could be there in force. Do you remember the intertoto fiasco when the game was delayed cos Palace didn't expect that many people?

arussell

16-07-2000, 06:35 PM

To get to Crawley from London Bridge - change at East Croydon.

When you get to the other end - the ground is about two miles from the train station - handily there is a cab office right out the front of the station.

I recommend the club house for drinking at the ground - it;s a nice little club.

Will be posting a bit more detail in the next few days.

16-07-2000, 06:49 PM

Went to the ground this week. No tickets on sale before the game, they don't expect a big crowd. I told him to think otherwise, to which he was quite happy!! Should be alright if you get there 2.30pm. It holds 5000.

AlanW

16-07-2000, 08:56 PM

Originally posted by curly c.p.f.c on 07-16-2000 01:49 PM
Was told by an expert that Three Bridges is miles better for pubs, cab's to the ground though near bus station also? had to write this down as I was on the BBS pud crawl at the time. New ground so I'm up for it. Do we need tickets in advance as I think a surprising amount of the RED & BLUE ARMY will show up on the day?.

Only really 1 pub at 3 Bridges (The Snooty Fox) right opposite the station. The bus station is outside Crawley Station as is a cab office. Probably more pubs from Crawley on way to Broadfield. Have just got in from the club house at Crawley and they are open Saturday if you are not a member you must have a ticket for the match. No tickets on sale until Saturday!

selhurst

17-07-2000, 12:40 AM

Are we going to have a BBS meet-up at East Croydon?

lightweight

17-07-2000, 01:54 AM

Before or after Selhurst!!

and if anyone has any useful info please pm or e-mail it to me today or tomorrow and I'll put all the details on one thread together.

cheers

lightweight

17-07-2000, 02:00 AM

oh and I'd be surprised if they weren't expecting a reasonable sized crowd as according to their web site their highest attendance at Broadfield Stadium was 2,424 v Crystal Palace 14th August 1997, Pre-season friendly!

selhurst

17-07-2000, 02:02 AM

Originally posted by lightweight on 07-16-2000 09:54 PM
Before or after Selhurst!!

Both! Anyone know a good time to meet at East Croydon? 11:00am? I've got no idea what the train times are.

arussell

17-07-2000, 04:30 AM

Originally posted by lightweight on 07-16-2000 10:00 PM
oh and I'd be surprised if they weren't expecting a reasonable sized crowd as according to their web site their highest attendance at Broadfield Stadium was 2,424 v Crystal Palace 14th August 1997, Pre-season friendly!

Yup - I remember that game .. anyone else ?

Spikemeister

17-07-2000, 12:47 PM

Yep I was there..... didn't Lombardo play and one of the Crawley boys kicked him up in the air !!

Bud Eagle

17-07-2000, 01:05 PM

I was there too. And I've seen us play there a couple of times before, including one of Ray Wilkins only full appearances.

Anyway, can someone keep a look out for me in the ground, as I don't have much of an idea what you lot look like. I'll be the one in the Palace shirt...

Spikemeister

17-07-2000, 01:07 PM

Me too....

Blind_Eagle

17-07-2000, 03:47 PM

and me. Anyone else remember Tuttle grabbing hold of the linesman and stopping him from keeping up with the game?

Baloo

17-07-2000, 06:15 PM

I was at the Crawley game either 2 or 3 years ago - I remember there were 10 Palace substitutions made at half time and Curcic scored a blinding free kick.

I'd like to meet you lot as well - does anyone know the ground well enough to suggest where we all congregate?

Evil Eagle

17-07-2000, 06:46 PM

The club house is an ideal place to meet.

Look forward to meeting you all.

PALACE TILL I DIE.

Kevin T

17-07-2000, 07:07 PM

11.00am at East Croydon sounds good to me. Should be plenty of trains to Three Bridges, straight in the pub, then share cabs to the ground.

Gooders

17-07-2000, 07:42 PM

Oh yeah - that linesman - he was the spitting image of Basil Fawlty!

I seem to remember that the grandstand got pretty full last time so if you want to sit I suggest you get there in good time - especially as it seems that we are about to break their attendance record!

Teaser

18-07-2000, 12:15 AM

Lightweight, got any directions for anyone who is driving down there ?

selhurst

18-07-2000, 12:23 AM

Chris K

18-07-2000, 12:52 AM

Get a train to Three Bridges they run quite regular and if you time it right you will go there and only stop at Gatwick.

Anyone going from Brighton?

AlanW

18-07-2000, 12:56 AM

Originally posted by Teaser on 07-17-2000 08:15 PM
Lightweight, got any directions for anyone who is driving down there ?

From M23 Junction 11, stay in right hand lane and take A23 to Crawley, 1 1/2 miles down on left hand side! Can't miss it!

lightweight

18-07-2000, 02:58 AM

Alternative to M23 is the A217 - the stadium is really well signposted Teaser - better than most other grounds!!

arussell

18-07-2000, 03:23 AM

moving details to :

Crawley - tickets/travel/pubs etc thread
http://www.cpfc.org/ubb/Forum3/HTML/000230.html

[This message has been edited by lightweight (edited 17 July 2000).]

[This message has been edited by lightweight (edited 17 July 2000).]

lightweight

18-07-2000, 03:34 AM

Alan as I said before the idea was to send it to me rather than too many long duplicates - I'll take some of that put it in with the other one I've just posted http://www.cpfc.org/ubb/sarcblink.gif

AlanW

18-07-2000, 03:50 AM

can't remember the smiley for I'm a berk! Sorry http://www.cpfc.org/ubb/smile.gif

lightweight

18-07-2000, 03:53 AM

AlanW - I was actually referring to the rather long posting that arussell just put up!! which duplicated mine! - you did send me some stuff which I've used in the bulletins ta very much!!!!

am just trying to put it all together in one place to make life easier for everyone http://www.cpfc.org/ubb/frown.gif

you're all just to bloomin eager for this one!!!

arussell

18-07-2000, 03:54 AM

I wouldn't worry Alan - it was me she's refering too, I posted some details which have been hacked and slashed onto the other thread !

I assume you'll be there on Saturday then AW ?

AlanW

18-07-2000, 03:58 AM

oh yes, having my house warming after, nice not having to travel to Selhurst for once, will be pi55ing it up in the clubhouse where I have just come from http://www.cpfc.org/ubb/smile.gif

Bud Eagle

18-07-2000, 11:41 AM

Looks like it could be a good day all in all. I'm starting to get all wobbly kneed thinking about watching Palace for the first time for ages (Away at Forest was my last game).

Look forward to meeting you all.

selhurst

19-07-2000, 02:15 AM

So where is everybody meeting?

RichieG

19-07-2000, 02:50 AM

Originally posted by Kevin T on 07-17-2000 03:07 PM
11.00am at East Croydon sounds good to me. Should be plenty of trains to Three Bridges, straight in the pub, then share cabs to the ground.

If anyone fancies meeting in the Snooty Fox opposite Three Bridges station (11-1 ish) myself and Dodger should be there.

Cabs won't be a problem - there's a rank at the station opposite. It's not far either.

Isleworth Eagle

19-07-2000, 03:40 AM

http://www.cpfc.org/ubb/smile.gifLIGHTWEIGHT YOU'VE COME UP TRUMPS AGAIN!
I refer to another thread entirely!!!
I'M TALkIN' bLACKBURN!

Still if I can manage it I'LL be there AT Crawley..slight case of judging carnival floats in the morning.....11.00start.. no idea when it finishes......if I can then how do I rocognise BBs people???yes i know palace gear...is there a password...
i feel as excited as Canon....even tho I,ve been a palace seaon ticket holder for the 90's you bbs people make it seem more passoinate.,,,,,,http://www.cpfc.org/ubb/supergrin.gif!!!

Isleworth Eagle

19-07-2000, 03:45 AM

1dcb

I'm more tired than I realised forgive spelling errors I could pretend their typing errors or there again I'm pissed....but I 'm just tired!!http://www.cpfc.org/ubb/furious.gif

arussell

19-07-2000, 04:19 AM

Selhurst

We'll see you in the clubhouse mate ! http://www.cpfc.org/ubb/biggrin.gif

lightweight

19-07-2000, 02:04 PM

Originally posted by Isleworth Eagle on 07-18-2000 11:40 PM
http://www.cpfc.org/ubb/smile.gifLIGHTWEIGHT YOU'VE COME UP TRUMPS AGAIN!
I refer to another thread entirely!!!
I'M TALkIN' bLACKBURN!

Thanks Isleworth http://www.cpfc.org/ubb/smile.gif http://www.cpfc.org/ubb/smile.gif http://www.cpfc.org/ubb/smile.gif
Glad you appreciated it!!!

James

19-07-2000, 03:07 PM

I'll be there. Probably late so I'll be looking for AlanR in the Stands. If I do get there before 3:00pm, I'll try and get to the Club Bar.

arussell

19-07-2000, 03:13 PM

Will definitely be in the clubhouse early James, as I said to you.

Anyone looking for me - give me a call, will have the phone on me ! - otherwise see you in the main stand.

SIKO

19-07-2000, 03:27 PM

Im leaving Croydon by car at about 1.00 - 1.30pm so hopefully Ill meet you all in the clubhouse. There is another pub not far from the Snooty Fox, called the Frogshole or something, a converted Barn, but I think the clubhouse is a better bet

Laurie

19-07-2000, 06:29 PM

It is a nice little clubhouse and a good place to meet, but they only allow a few in at a time if it is busy. Palace played all there reserve matches there a couple of seasons ago, it's a good little ground which generates a good atmosphere.

selhurst

19-07-2000, 10:30 PM

Originally posted by arussell on 07-19-2000 12:19 AM
We'll see you in the clubhouse mate ! http://www.cpfc.org/ubb/biggrin.gif

Alan - I'll try and get in!

arussell

20-07-2000, 03:56 AM

No problem old chap - I'll make sure they let this "dodgy looking geezer" with a camera get in http://www.cpfc.org/ubb/supergrin.gif

Snorwood Eagle

20-07-2000, 04:21 AM

Does anyone know how much it will cost to get from East Croydon down to...ummm....Crawley or Three Bridges? (Which one is the closest to the ground).
Altenatively,can someone tell me the number for Rail Enquiries? **** 48 49 50 or something? HELP PLEASE!

le piddler

20-07-2000, 04:37 AM

Snorwood, I think that the train from East Croydon is around five or six quid, however do'nt quote me on this but you can try British Rail on 0345 48 49 50 & ask them.
For train stations both Crawley & Three Bridges are the nearest & both have cab firms outside to get you to the ground as I'm not sure what buses go there. http://www.cpfc.org/ubb/supergrin.gif http://www.cpfc.org/ubb/supergrin.gif

P.S. Outside Three Bridges is a top boozer called The Snooty Fox which does good food & a top pint so that's worth a try if you do'nt fancy the Crawley Clubhouse!

Snorwood Eagle

20-07-2000, 04:46 AM

Cheers Piddler - See you all in Crawley!

James

20-07-2000, 02:27 PM

I am thinking of bringing my video camera - to try and get an odd pre-season goal clip or two ... but I know that many grounds forbid the use of video cameras inside the ground. Does anyone know Crawley's policy on this? has anyone had any problem taking a camera (still or video) into other grounds?

Laurie

20-07-2000, 06:42 PM

Another pub worth meeting in is The Wetherspoons down the high street in Crawley.Used to go there before reserve games and they let shirts in. Its typically Wetherspoons, cheap. Opposite Argos store in high street.

lightweight

20-07-2000, 09:26 PM

James - never had a problem with normal cameras.. (and I don't think Selhurst does either!! http://www.cpfc.org/ubb/smile.gif ) although I do remember at Barnsley once they insisted we took photos at half time only so we didn't get the players in them!!

Not sure about video cameras though.

Crawleyboy

20-07-2000, 10:06 PM

Originally posted by Laurie on 07-20-2000 02:42 PM
Another pub worth meeting in is The Wetherspoons down the high street in Crawley. Opposite Argos store in high street.

Argos has moved, so don't go looking for it. It's next door to William Hill.

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Crawleyboy

20-07-2000, 10:08 PM

Originally posted by James on 07-20-2000 10:27 AM
I am thinking of bringing my video camera. Does anyone know Crawley's policy on this?

A video camera won't be a problem. A Brentford fan had one at the game last night.

Bud Eagle

21-07-2000, 10:57 AM

I'm not finishing work until 1, so I won't be in Crawley until 145. Where is the best bet to meet some bbs regulars, as none of my mates who would normally go are going to this game.

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