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by claretabroad
Sat Mar 16, 2024 10:25 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Sue Bolton - RIP
Replies: 23
Views: 2140

Re: Sue Bolton - RIP

I've been thinking a lot about her and Allen today and felt I needed to add more. I distinctly remember the look of abject horror she gave me when I folded up a match programme into my pocket. Putting a crease into it was not the thing to do and I was told in no uncertain terms about how heinous a c...
by claretabroad
Sat Mar 16, 2024 9:29 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Sue Bolton - RIP
Replies: 23
Views: 2140

Re: Sue Bolton - RIP

RIP Sue and condolences to Allen.

They took me under their wing when I started to go to away games with Colne Clarets, helping me out with lifts to and from the pick up point. She was a lovely person and I have incredibly fond memories of her.
by claretabroad
Fri Dec 29, 2023 9:28 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Puns: What's the UK's funniest business name?
Replies: 74
Views: 4427

Re: Puns: What's the UK's funniest business name?

Furry across the Mersey - mobile dog groomers in Liverpool
by claretabroad
Mon Dec 25, 2023 7:07 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Mildly interesting stat
Replies: 33
Views: 3298

Re: Mildly interesting stat

I do remember a cracking 5-2? win against them at home in the 90's. Jim Stannard was their goalkeeper and it was around the time the backpass rule had just been brought in. He was certainly of the generation of keepers who didn't adjust too well to the new rule. Don Mackay was their manager and we r...
by claretabroad
Sun Nov 19, 2023 10:27 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: homebrewing
Replies: 33
Views: 2265

Re: homebrewing

I've been doing this for quite a while. The main points are covered by everyone else, no apologies for repetition. 1) Be paranoid about sanitising. Seriously. I prefer an oxygen based sanitiser as its no rinse. There's loads out there. Avoid the bleach based ones as they add rinsing it out as anothe...
by claretabroad
Sun Nov 05, 2023 10:18 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Free Agents
Replies: 21
Views: 3029

Re: Free Agents

Jean-Philippe Gbamin is available on a free atm. Had a tough run with injuries at Everton but might have finally got over them. It is a risk but there was once a very good player there. If someone is still available on free its because there is a reason such as salary demands or injury history. A cl...
by claretabroad
Sat Nov 04, 2023 6:32 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Better Today
Replies: 28
Views: 3365

Re: Better Today

Seems like whenever VAR have a look at decision involving us then the rules of football get ignored. That challenge was studs up and both feet off the ground. Text book red card.
by claretabroad
Sat Nov 04, 2023 5:06 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: any Positives from todays game??
Replies: 74
Views: 5716

Re: any Positives from todays game??

Absolutely. We looked much, much better than at any point this season so far. Koleosho was really positive and direct. Berge looked more settled as the DM. Amdouni was a creative threat. Our passing was crisper and our midfield started to win second balls. 65% possession 15+ chances. I still think w...
by claretabroad
Sat Sep 23, 2023 3:44 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Gaming PC
Replies: 9
Views: 763

Re: Gaming PC

Budget is a massive factor as well as how long you want to be able to use it for. It is difficult to futureproof with PC parts but looking at the recommended specs for the latest releases will give you an idea. If I was putting together a gaming pc right now that will be good for a couple of years o...
by claretabroad
Fri Sep 15, 2023 2:24 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Paul Stewart 1995 loan
Replies: 44
Views: 3364

Re: Paul Stewart 1995 loan

The Barnsley away game always sticks in my memory. Shocking.
by claretabroad
Sat Aug 19, 2023 8:58 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: JJ and Kealia Watt invest in Burnley FC
Replies: 426
Views: 33451

Re: JJ and Kealia Watt invest in Burnley FC

This is quite old now but could be why we've brought JJ onboard.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RzToNo7A-94
by claretabroad
Wed Aug 09, 2023 10:58 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: ARTICLE: Wout Out Again
Replies: 108
Views: 5792

Re: ARTICLE: Wout Out Again

So much ire directed at him based on conjecture. It's clear that a significant portion of the fan base simply hate him. I believe this is unjustified but sadly there is no way back from that. If we can't sell him then a loan move is probably for the best. Let's hope he succeeds in Germany so that we...
by claretabroad
Mon Aug 07, 2023 4:23 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Vaping/ E Cigarettes
Replies: 35
Views: 2509

Re: Vaping/ E Cigarettes

Should be banned along with smoking New Zealand have the right idea, raising the legal age limit every year New Zealand and Australia are also taxing the living bejesus out of tobacco as well. They believe that charging £30 a packet will stop people from smoking but what it has really done is creat...
by claretabroad
Tue Aug 01, 2023 5:14 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Today’s Blast from our Claret Past - Steve Harper
Replies: 21
Views: 1359

Re: Today’s Blast from our Claret Past - Steve Harper

Like every winger he blew hot and cold but there would always be a 5-7 game amazin purple patch in a season. The goal against Aldershot which was expunged from the record books was a great strike. I also remember a wonderful goal against Fulham at home when we won 5-2. He was an important part of th...
by claretabroad
Fri Jul 14, 2023 4:03 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Moments that could have changed BFC forever
Replies: 63
Views: 3370

Re: Moments that could have changed BFC forever

The Sherpa Van Trophy Final run. It gave us belief back after such a dark time.
by claretabroad
Sun Jul 09, 2023 8:34 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Varifocals
Replies: 39
Views: 1815

Re: Varifocals

I just got my first pair about 4 months back and it was tough at the start. I would have got rid of them after a couple of weeks if they weren't so expensive. I was getting headaches and was struggling to find the sweet spot at different distances. I'm glad I persevered as they are now great but its...
by claretabroad
Mon Jul 03, 2023 8:38 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Ashes Second Test
Replies: 998
Views: 33254

Re: Ashes Second Test

There are rules/laws and there is the spirit of the game. The Aussies have not broken a rule but they have broken the spirit. This is a team who in the past have broken the rules so I'm not surprised that they have no problem with what they have done. I do find it interesting that they are trying to...
by claretabroad
Mon Jun 26, 2023 9:50 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Powerbanks - any one any advice?
Replies: 13
Views: 2886

Re: Powerbanks - any one any advice?

I use an Anker for long haul travel. The model I use has less output than what you will be looking for because of airline regulations. I can say that anker is a really good brand and I've been very happy with it. I would also add that make sure the cables you use are rated for the wattage you need. ...
by claretabroad
Tue Jun 20, 2023 9:35 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Ashes Thread 2023
Replies: 654
Views: 21601

Re: Ashes Thread 2023

What a fantastic game. The declaration was brave and didn't work but it set up a last day with either side thinking they could win. This is fun to watch and I hope the rest of the series is as good. We had plenty of opportunities to win this game but didn't take them. Fair play to Australia for a ba...
by claretabroad
Sun Jun 11, 2023 9:08 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Worst hotel you have ever stayed?
Replies: 71
Views: 3876

Re: Worst hotel you have ever stayed?

I won't include backpackers hostels in this list despite once having an Albanian fiddle with himself in a bunk above me in St Kilda, Melbourne. The worst that instantly comes to mind was a BnB in Wick on the north Scotland coast. There were 3 competing bad smells. It had dirty nylon sheets. There we...
by claretabroad
Sun Jun 11, 2023 8:48 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Best hotel you have ever stayed?
Replies: 96
Views: 4236

Re: Best hotel you have ever stayed?

Pan Pacific Hotel, Nirwana, Bali. Next level stuff. I was there for a friends wedding and he somehow got a ridiculous discount for the group. Truly a 5*+ experience.
by claretabroad
Tue Apr 18, 2023 1:04 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Burnley’s Biggest Flops XI
Replies: 56
Views: 2389

Re: Burnley’s Biggest Flops XI

Gerry Gow for sure.
by claretabroad
Tue Apr 18, 2023 8:30 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Rotherham fan here
Replies: 42
Views: 5333

Re: Rotherham fan here

It feels like Imre Varadi always scored against us regardless of who he was playing for.

That alley was scary particularly when the police horses galloped down it.

Agree with Dark Cloud in that I want them to stay up due to their performance on the Turf (time wasting aside).
by claretabroad
Fri Apr 14, 2023 12:54 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: RIP to an Aussie Clatet
Replies: 22
Views: 1619

Re: RIP to an Aussie Clatet

Thank you all for your kind words. I will be sure to pass them on to his wife in person when I get out there towards the end of the month.
by claretabroad
Fri Apr 14, 2023 10:07 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: RIP to an Aussie Clatet
Replies: 22
Views: 1619

Re: RIP to an Aussie Clatet

I no longer live in Australia. When I did it was mainly in either country Victoria or Canberra. Shaun lived in Canberra.
by claretabroad
Fri Apr 14, 2023 9:32 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: RIP to an Aussie Clatet
Replies: 22
Views: 1619

RIP to an Aussie Clatet

My closest friend and Australian Claret fan Shaun passed away yesterday aged 51 from covid complications. I converted him to the claret cause over 25 years ago and he was an avid fan who would often stay up into the small hours to watch the games live. He was incredibly excited about the style of fo...
by claretabroad
Thu Apr 13, 2023 2:08 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Seasons in the Top Flight
Replies: 32
Views: 1839

Re: Seasons in the Top Flight

Correct.

Full list:
Carlisle
Swindon
Northampton
Barnsley
Glossop
Leyton Orient

Darwen and Millwall have both spent 2 seasons in the top flight
by claretabroad
Thu Apr 13, 2023 1:48 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Seasons in the Top Flight
Replies: 32
Views: 1839

Re: Seasons in the Top Flight

Glossop correct. Darwen spent 2 seasons in the top flight. One more required.
by claretabroad
Thu Apr 13, 2023 1:44 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Seasons in the Top Flight
Replies: 32
Views: 1839

Re: Seasons in the Top Flight

Barnsley also correct. 2 left.
by claretabroad
Thu Apr 13, 2023 1:41 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Seasons in the Top Flight
Replies: 32
Views: 1839

Re: Seasons in the Top Flight

Correct with all 3. 3 to go.
by claretabroad
Thu Apr 13, 2023 1:32 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Seasons in the Top Flight
Replies: 32
Views: 1839

Re: Seasons in the Top Flight

It is an interesting list. I'll add another question.

Can you name the 6 teams who have only spent 1 season in the top flight?
by claretabroad
Tue Apr 11, 2023 2:16 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Brownhill & Thb.
Replies: 16
Views: 1558

Re: Brownhill & Thb.

In the post match interview VK said that the astroturf would be reviewed. Good.
by claretabroad
Wed Apr 05, 2023 12:02 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: your favourite vincents
Replies: 47
Views: 1812

Re: your favourite vincents

My cousin.
by claretabroad
Tue Mar 28, 2023 9:22 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: What’s your non clarets hobby?
Replies: 129
Views: 5453

Re: What’s your non clarets hobby?

Wheelchair Rugby League - mad and brutal.
Fly Fishing - Zoning out in nature and occasionally catching a fish
Making Beer - Won a few awards over the years
Playing Guitar - Badly but I have fun
Archaeology - I volunteer on digs over the summer and am now studying it part time via distance learning
by claretabroad
Mon Mar 13, 2023 7:09 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: The Velvet Underground And Nico
Replies: 4
Views: 676

Re: The Velvet Underground And Nico

If you are a fan then get hold of the matrix tapes album. 4 live recordings. It is incredible.
by claretabroad
Wed Mar 01, 2023 7:16 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Rules For Life
Replies: 115
Views: 5477

Re: Rules For Life

Never play pool against a pacific islander.
by claretabroad
Sun Feb 26, 2023 11:16 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Next Saturday
Replies: 52
Views: 5317

Re: Next Saturday

Whatever result makes it more likely we could seal promotion at deadwood/
by claretabroad
Sat Jan 28, 2023 2:08 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Brian Laws - Undr the Cosh
Replies: 74
Views: 5967

Re: Brian Laws - Undr the Cosh

It always seemed Flood had some romantic notion of bringing Laws back to Burnley in a blaze of glory. The were many times when he would have been considered a good appointment but struggling in the Premier League was absolutely not one of them. Have a lot of sympathy with him, but his moans about l...
by claretabroad
Thu Jan 26, 2023 9:00 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: What has surprised you the most this season
Replies: 70
Views: 3130

Re: What has surprised you the most this season

It has been mentioned by others but I have to go with getting a completely new system and style of play implemented so quickly. To do it with virtually a a completely new squad is nothing short of extraordinary.
by claretabroad
Fri Jan 13, 2023 12:44 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Prized Possessions
Replies: 21
Views: 1433

Re: Prized Possessions

A personal scrapbook by one of the players of the 1947 cup run. Newspaper cuttings, tickets, programmes, and some doodles. It is a lovely object. I've often thought about digitising it all.
by claretabroad
Tue Jan 10, 2023 9:09 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Wise move.
Replies: 13
Views: 3058

Re: Wise move.

Time for him to go back to his real passion of being a whodunnit author.
by claretabroad
Thu Jan 05, 2023 9:27 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: The Lancashire Famine / Cotton Distress 1861-65
Replies: 48
Views: 2910

Re: The Lancashire Famine / Cotton Distress 1861-65

Elwa, I have access to online academic libraries. I am more than happy to dig around for you. Your research topic is adjacent to some work I just did on the Liverpool waterfront.
by claretabroad
Tue Dec 27, 2022 11:42 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Jordan Beyer
Replies: 156
Views: 12994

Re: Jordan Beyer

Wasn't all the stuff about him being too slow made up by Stan to discourage a manager from a higher tier club who was asking about him? I don't remember him being particularly slow. I'm not saying he was lightning quick but I don't remember it being a huge weakenss. I could put together a list of Bu...
by claretabroad
Wed Dec 21, 2022 10:16 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Proud
Replies: 86
Views: 4963

Re: Proud

We gave them more of a game than several premier league clubs have so far this season. We missed a cutting edge up front but created several really good chances.

If we get promoted and if we bring in a bit more quality up front, then I'm not concerned about us competing at a higher level.
by claretabroad
Sat Dec 17, 2022 2:56 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Are we on tv (red button) today?
Replies: 44
Views: 2439

Re: Are we on tv (red button) today?

RVclaret wrote:
Sat Dec 17, 2022 2:55 pm
Any Clarets+ watchers struggling to access the site?
Yep. Can't log in.
by claretabroad
Thu Dec 15, 2022 8:45 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Introduction
Replies: 51
Views: 7522

Re: Introduction

Welcome aboard.
by claretabroad
Wed Nov 30, 2022 5:15 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Barnes
Replies: 70
Views: 7502

Re: Barnes

Is fair comment a defence in this case?
by claretabroad
Tue Nov 29, 2022 10:12 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Yeah…No
Replies: 24
Views: 2025

Re: Yeah…No

Its a common turn of phrase by Australians. The answer to any question is the last word that is said.

Yeah but no means I understand what you are saying but will not comply.

No but yeah means I'm not particularly happy with what you are saying but will go along with it.
by claretabroad
Sun Nov 13, 2022 2:20 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Everton fans
Replies: 110
Views: 8552

Re: Everton fans

I've lived in many places around the world and can say that Liverpool is one of the friendliest and welcoming cities in Britain. Both sets of fans are incredibly passionate about their clubs. Reds are myopic and convinced in their team being the best in the world (to be fair they had a point a coupl...