[Football] Albion secure Wembley HQ for semi final.

[BN9 BHA]

On the same day, Sussex police published the list of Albion pubs which I put on here and, as you say, included Box Park.


I’m struggling to understand the angst though. There are a LOT of places between Sussex and Wembley to get a beer.

Thanks for the reply and other points.

I'm sure there would have been very little angst if Boxpark had NOT been on the list published by Sussex Police.
I've seen posts on this thread and heard from other fans that thought this was a good pre match option.

Yes plenty of places between Sussex and Wembley to get a beer if travelling by train, maybe not so many for fans getting there on coaches , mini bus and car.

 

[Barham's tash]

My guess is there was a bit of miscommunication.

I earlier this week was told that Box Park has been secured for Albion fans subject to a club visit on Thursday. I was told it would be ticketed and would include the things which the club have since announced.

On the same day, Sussex police published the list of Albion pubs which I put on here and, as you say, included Box Park.

I reckon that Box Park was not on that list as a free-for-all but as part of what the club were arranging.

I’m struggling to understand the angst though. There are a LOT of places between Sussex and Wembley to get a beer.

Thanks for that, it helps perhaps quell my angst.

I was/am still disappointed to probably not get the option to try it as a venue.

Also this is the first year Box Park has been open at Semi Finals so it could be this sort of use was its intention by the authorities all along, just as you say poor comms by all.

Will give it a swerve but would have liked the walk up option I suppose.


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[Justice]

Head to the Globe people

 

[darkwolf666]

Strange, in the places to drink pre match thread Boxpark was only mentioned twice, and one of those said they could never get in as it was at capacity... now we have been told we can’t go there (unless we pay) everyone’s bitching they can’t go there...! Funny ol’ game, isn’t it?

 

[jasetheace]

Wembley Old School Style. Victoria.......Baker Street...last minute rush...desperate for a piss as you arrive!....The good ol days...

 

[One Teddy Maybank]

We don't know how much though, plus fans need enough points to buy tickets.

So when Boxpark was announced as a designated place to eat/drink for Albion fans, it's now been announced its obviously not open to us all.

Sorry I think this is a non issue.

I understand what you are saying, but there is a points system in place, which by definition rewards the fans who support the club the most in terms of finance. IMO, of course they should get first choice.

There are 2000 places for 33000 fans, there has to be a degree of control and fairness.

Entry fee wise, as per my other posts, you have the option not to do it.....

It was inevitable the club would milk this for all its worth, why not?
As supporters surely it’s all about choice as to whether we opt in or out....

Just going to enjoy the day, I’ll probably get my food and drink around the ground, rather than miss out by being in a controlled area.

Didn’t have to worry about things like this in 83........ [emoji2]


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[Justice]

Why not go to Box Park in Shoreditch, if you really want to go to box park.

 

[BN9 BHA]

Sorry I think this is a non issue.

I understand what you are saying, but there is a points system in place, which by definition rewards the fans who support the club the most in terms of finance. IMO, of course they should get first choice.

There are 2000 places for 33000 fans, there has to be a degree of control and fairness.

Entry fee wise, as per my other posts, you have the option not to do it.....

It was inevitable the club would milk this for all its worth, why not?
As supporters surely it’s all about choice as to whether we opt in or out....

Just going to enjoy the day, I’ll probably get my food and drink around the ground, rather than miss out by being in a controlled area.

Didn’t have to worry about things like this in 83........ [emoji2]


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I won't be losing sleep over not visiting this place

We probably wouldn't be having this conversation if Boxpark hadn't been listed by Sussex Police as a designated bar etc.

 

[papajaff]

Kin all, it's a game of football, not a carnival.

I've had so many requests from people for a ticket, even my brother who hasn't wanted to know me for the last 33 years. These same people didn't beg for a Burnley or Hudds away ticket.

Looking forward (!) to seeing the foam hands, jesters hats etc.

 

[Me and my Monkey]

Why not go to Box Park in Shoreditch, if you really want to go to box park.

Or Boxpark Croydon?

 

[BN9 BHA]

Why not go to Box Park in Shoreditch, if you really want to go to box park.

Or Croydon

 

[Icy Gull]

Kin all, it's a game of football, not a carnival.

I've had so many requests from people for a ticket, even my brother who hasn't wanted to know me for the last 33 years. These same people didn't beg for a Burnley or Hudds away ticket.

Looking forward (!) to seeing the foam hands, jesters hats etc.

When we make the final the upsurge in long lost Albion fans trying to get a ticket will go through the roof

 

[Justice]

When we make the final the upsurge in long lost Albion fans trying to get a ticket will go through the roof

Years ago I used to work with this rather unpleasant chap who lived in Worthing, he used to constantly take the piss about me going home and away to watch the Albion, guess who I spotted at the Wembley PO final.

 

[LowKarate]

Boxpark in any location (Shoreditch, Wembley, etc...) is all a bit too 'Croydon' for my liking.

 

[Official Old Man]

Facebook.
I'm fed up with the constant stream of 'special offers' and 'club wembley' deals filling my in box every day. Money, money, money. Meanwhile Southampton must be rubbing their hands at all of this. A reminder that we play them Saturday 30th March in a big 6 pointer must win game.
Meanwhile, a quick check of the official fixture list and the semi has been removed!

 

[Neville's Breakfast]

Strange, in the places to drink pre match thread Boxpark was only mentioned twice, and one of those said they could never get in as it was at capacity... now we have been told we can’t go there (unless we pay) everyone’s bitching they can’t go there...! Funny ol’ game, isn’t it?

Just mentioned feeling mildly disappointed, that's all. I'm already on the case planning an alternative so it's really not a problem.
As to the pre-match drinking thread. I guess not all of us feel the need to log on to NSC to explain where we are planning to go for a drink etc.

 

[Keith Patel]

Can’t see any Real Ale pumps in those pics.

Exactly my thoughts! It's a no from me.

 

[kingcole]

This sounds like a fan zone kinda thing to me. Recent ones that were notably good were away to Bristol City (OK, not that recent) and Everton.

Surely having a swarm of happy Seagulls spending some more money on food, drink and merchandise is enough? Is an extra fee really justified?

 

[Hampster Gull]

Not for me, too corporate and American for me, I like my pre and post football more basic, ie a pub

 

[Ernest]

Kin all, it's a game of football, not a carnival.

I've had so many requests from people for a ticket, even my brother who hasn't wanted to know me for the last 33 years. These same people didn't beg for a Burnley or Hudds away ticket.

Looking forward (!) to seeing the foam hands, jesters hats etc.

Especially as it's not even the final