Was at the Amex a few weeks ago for work purposes and after i was finished i blagged a cheeky tour and look round, I was taken round by a member of staff not a tour guide and they told me on the sly that all the materials had already been ordered in expectation of a positive planning approval. Therefore no delay on that side and should easily be completed in the close season
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Was at the Amex a few weeks ago for work purposes and after i was finished i blagged a cheeky tour and look round, I was taken round by a member of staff not a tour guide and they told me on the sly that all the materials had already been ordered in expectation of a positive planning approval. Therefore no delay on that side and should easily be completed in the close season
- Jul 7, 2003
- 47,501
Holy crap, I agree with the Complete Badger.
Are some people in danger of excessively high expectations here? I've queued for bloody AGES for trains at Charlton, at Selhurst, at Millwall and other London clubs (I say London clubs specifically as they, with the Tube & train network & fewer fans driving, are the nearest equivalent to us. If you've ever been to the O2, or to Wembley Arena say: how long does it take you to get out then? The Amex queues are no worse really.
Nearly all the queues are gone within half an hour of a game ending these days, and frankly I don't think that's bad at all. Certainly not worth moaning about, apart from when specific cock-ups occur like after Tuesday's game.
How about, instead of expecting to be on a train IMMEDIATELY after a game, as some people seem to think is their right, you plan for it to take half an hour. Then you can relax, perhaps enjoy another pint, or just stand in the queue without getting stressed. Yes, sometimes you might NEED to get away, but presumably so does everyone else in the same boat, therefore the only people responsible for the queues is...er...you.
Are some people in danger of excessively high expectations here? I've queued for bloody AGES for trains at Charlton, at Selhurst, at Millwall and other London clubs (I say London clubs specifically as they, with the Tube & train network & fewer fans driving, are the nearest equivalent to us. If you've ever been to the O2, or to Wembley Arena say: how long does it take you to get out then? The Amex queues are no worse really.
Nearly all the queues are gone within half an hour of a game ending these days, and frankly I don't think that's bad at all. Certainly not worth moaning about, apart from when specific cock-ups occur like after Tuesday's game.
How about, instead of expecting to be on a train IMMEDIATELY after a game, as some people seem to think is their right, you plan for it to take half an hour. Then you can relax, perhaps enjoy another pint, or just stand in the queue without getting stressed. Yes, sometimes you might NEED to get away, but presumably so does everyone else in the same boat, therefore the only people responsible for the queues is...er...you.
seagullsovergrimsby
#cpfctinpotclub
The reason I think it leaves fairly empty is the fans belief that Moulsecoomb is still twinned with Moss Side.
Three points:
1. I seem to remember reading somewhere that it would take apx 6 weeks to do the necessary works and install the extra seats in the summer.
2. I don't have any problem with the current transport arrangements - bus to Lewes for pre-match drinks, bus/train or if problem taxi to the game from Lewes - couple of in-ground drinks after the game and train back to Brighton - simple.
3. As I recall there were some first/second season teething problems with transport during the first couple of seasons at Withers - I distinctly remember on several occassions having to wait for a considerable period of time (usually in the freezing cold) for an after-match bus back into town.
1. I seem to remember reading somewhere that it would take apx 6 weeks to do the necessary works and install the extra seats in the summer.
2. I don't have any problem with the current transport arrangements - bus to Lewes for pre-match drinks, bus/train or if problem taxi to the game from Lewes - couple of in-ground drinks after the game and train back to Brighton - simple.
3. As I recall there were some first/second season teething problems with transport during the first couple of seasons at Withers - I distinctly remember on several occassions having to wait for a considerable period of time (usually in the freezing cold) for an after-match bus back into town.
Lush
Mods' Pet
Upton Park on Saturday is going to be an interesting reminder of what most big-match travel is like. Those queues for the tube 
The Grockle
Formally Croydon Seagull
Nail on head. Anyone who expects to walk from their seat onto a train with little or no wait obviously hasnt visited similar sized stadiums so heavilly dependant on trains and buses. However frustrating, people need to expect a wait and make plans accordingly.
LamieRobertson
Not awoke
You can please all of the people some of the time but rarely all of the people all of the time....tis life
LamieRobertson
Not awoke
nice one
Psychobilly freakout
HellBilly
making the road wider, cycle and bus lanes from the Level up to Falmer.
The Large One
Who's Next?
Nothing sly about it.
Martin Perry said it on the Albion Roar a couple of weeks ago.
Work expected to be finished (subject to approval, of course) on or around 18th August.
BHAFC_Pandapops
Citation Needed
- Feb 16, 2011
- 2,844
edna k is right, as well as the other esteemed users who say that it's comparable to visiting any other bigish ground. I used to frequent wembley. 90,000 people, 40,000 of whom queue for the train back into london. Same waiting time as the amex. At least when I go to the amex by train I stay behind for a little to have some drinks.
deletebeepbeepbeep
Well-known member
- May 12, 2009
- 21,691
If anyone is extremely bored you can now read the reports to the commitee.
Brighton Hove City Council - Agenda for Planning Committee on Wednesday, 25th April, 2012, 2.00pm
Brighton Hove City Council - Agenda for Planning Committee on Wednesday, 25th April, 2012, 2.00pm
Blocked by my work because the internet filter thinks it's 'religion'. Well I suppose the AMEX is my church...
Marshy
Well-known member
Looks like I'll be in the Upper East next year then!
deletebeepbeepbeep
Well-known member
- May 12, 2009
- 21,691
Points worth picking out is that it looks like a CPZ will at least be consulted on with residents with Albion taking the full cost approx £150k to get it running and £60k a year after.
Those parking in residential areas are currently costing the club £80,000 a year in fines.
The Club are spending £200,000 on some minor platform improvements.
Those parking in residential areas are currently costing the club £80,000 a year in fines.
The Club are spending £200,000 on some minor platform improvements.
Interesting; there have been approximately 30 letters of objection and around 3400+ letters of support. Whilst this is obviously good, we really should have had 30k. Can't believe so many season ticket holders didn't write in support. I would mind betting that 3000 of those 3400 were as a direct result of NSC as well.
deletebeepbeepbeep
Well-known member
- May 12, 2009
- 21,691
Blocked for religion? Think you need to talk to your HR/Equality manager!!
What page is this on?!