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by crundale
Thu Apr 11, 2024 9:44 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: The Bluebells are Coming
Replies: 23
Views: 1989

Re: The Bluebells are Coming

Totally agree. There is a wood between the villages of Charing and Pluckley, in Kent, called Little Pipers. The bluebells are breathtaking. We have taken a photograph of our daughter there every year from her birth and she is now 16.
by crundale
Thu Nov 16, 2023 2:16 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Price if a pint where you live
Replies: 144
Views: 12673

Re: Price if a pint where you live

£3.70 for a very good real ale down here in Kent! Home of the expensive pint. Red Lion, Snargate, on Romney Marsh. Have seen Reedley Hallows on the pumps.
by crundale
Wed Aug 09, 2023 5:10 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: When was your first served beer?
Replies: 146
Views: 8467

Re: When was your first served beer?

Tried my luck in the Hare and Hounds, Harle Syke. 1977 when I was 16 and looked 14. Landlord replied, "does yer mum know your out?" Brilliant red face and the laughs of the locals ringing my ears as I scarpered. Miserable devil.
by crundale
Thu Mar 16, 2023 10:14 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Has Dele Alli fallen out of love with football?
Replies: 82
Views: 6739

Re: Has Dele Alli fallen out of love with football?

I have to say I watched that day when Spurs demolished us. The day Son scored. I thought he was superb.
by crundale
Tue Mar 14, 2023 2:04 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Terry Opacic RIP ...
Replies: 26
Views: 3646

Re: Terry Opacic RIP ...

Younger brother.
by crundale
Tue Mar 14, 2023 2:04 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Terry Opacic RIP ...
Replies: 26
Views: 3646

Re: Terry Opacic RIP ...

Younger brother.
by crundale
Tue Mar 14, 2023 9:51 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Terry Opacic RIP ...
Replies: 26
Views: 3646

Re: Terry Opacic RIP ...

Knew Terry well, and agree with all of the above. A thoroughly decent bloke and as brave as they come. Supported and cared for, for many years, by the wonderful Linda who
I met in 1964, at St Johns Ivy Street. RIP mate. Xx
by crundale
Sat Mar 04, 2023 2:42 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: I just can't listen to what he's saying
Replies: 61
Views: 5704

Re: I just can't listen to what he's saying

Dyche was our lucky break. He breathed new life into the club, but nothing lasts for ever. I wish him all the best in whatever he does and will always be a hero to me.
by crundale
Fri Mar 03, 2023 6:56 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Crooked Billet Worsthorne
Replies: 15
Views: 2539

Re: Crooked Billet Worsthorne

Fab pub. Always pop in when I am home.
by crundale
Sun Nov 06, 2022 8:55 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Towel
Replies: 18
Views: 2309

Re: Towel

Yes, but what it if it was some kind of magic towel. Perhaps something like an invisibility cloak or...or magically gave the ball extra momentum or...something else...
by crundale
Fri Nov 04, 2022 9:00 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Hampstead Claret
Replies: 12
Views: 1266

Re: Hampstead Claret

To be honest Hipper has a point. HC was my brother and we all loved him and still miss him. But he could be an inflammatory bugger.
by crundale
Tue Jun 21, 2022 3:28 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Colne's Great British Rhythm And Blues Festival
Replies: 32
Views: 2451

Re: Colne's Great British Rhythm And Blues Festival

Saw nine below zero at Uni. 1981? Superb.
by crundale
Thu Jun 09, 2022 10:44 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Decent book.
Replies: 0
Views: 565

Decent book.

Apologies if this has already been mentioned, but I was bought a book called, "Saturday, 3pm. Written by a chap called Daniel Gray. Very enjoyable. A down to earth and traditional Middlesboro' fan, (I will not hold that against him), who has 50 reasons why he loves footy and the match day experience.
by crundale
Fri Jun 03, 2022 9:53 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Jubilee beacons
Replies: 31
Views: 2670

Re: Jubilee beacons

:lol: :lol:
Volvoclaret wrote:
Thu Jun 02, 2022 9:58 pm
I put my Mrs forward.
by crundale
Sat May 07, 2022 9:23 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: NUFC
Replies: 73
Views: 5681

NUFC

Not sure if this has been posted, and to drag it across and put it on here is far beyond my capabilities, but there is an article about the fee for Chris Wood. Put "Chronicle Live" in a search engine and click on NUFC in the banner.
by crundale
Sun May 01, 2022 7:08 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Ticket for Saturday.
Replies: 26
Views: 2628

Re: Ticket for Saturday.

Thanks to Steve and Bev, (Rossy Clarets) for my ticket yesterday. Would not have wanted to miss that game for anything.
by crundale
Sun May 01, 2022 6:55 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Ashamed!
Replies: 14
Views: 4374

Re: Ashamed!

On the other hand, my local landlord who was massive Rovers fan passed away last week down here in Kent. Had many a conversation about our two clubs without any rancour. Always generous with his praise for the Clarets. Some Rovers fans are fine.
by crundale
Sat Apr 30, 2022 9:15 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Ticket for Saturday.
Replies: 26
Views: 2628

Re: Ticket for Saturday.

Or Tony.🙂
by crundale
Sat Apr 30, 2022 9:13 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Ticket for Saturday.
Replies: 26
Views: 2628

Re: Ticket for Saturday.

If Macca has a spare I would take it.🙂
by crundale
Thu Apr 28, 2022 12:39 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Ticket for Saturday.
Replies: 26
Views: 2628

Re: Ticket for Saturday.

Never mind. Thanks everyone.
by crundale
Thu Apr 28, 2022 11:07 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Ticket for Saturday.
Replies: 26
Views: 2628

Re: Ticket for Saturday.

Sorry, should have made myself clearer. I live in Kent and when my partner rang the office she was just told it was too late to send a ticket as it might not reach me in time. I understood we had sold out.
by crundale
Thu Apr 28, 2022 10:19 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Ticket for Saturday.
Replies: 26
Views: 2628

Re: Ticket for Saturday.

Thank you Beddie. This will bump my request!
by crundale
Wed Apr 27, 2022 3:33 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Ticket for Saturday.
Replies: 26
Views: 2628

Ticket for Saturday.

Anybody got a spare ticket for Saturday? Can meet anywhere in Watford.
Regards.
by crundale
Sun Jan 02, 2022 11:33 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Chronic Sinusitis
Replies: 20
Views: 1868

Re: Chronic Sinusitis

Roosterbooster. Many many thanks for such a clear and comprehensive reply. I am certain that your contribution will also assist a number of other individuals on this board. It's a shame sometimes that anonymity is part of this internet experience because your response was easily worth a good few pin...
by crundale
Sun Jan 02, 2022 4:44 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Chronic Sinusitis
Replies: 20
Views: 1868

Re: Chronic Sinusitis

Thanks everyone for your advice. Much appreciated. It appears there is still a few possible remedies I have yet to try. Fingers crossed!
by crundale
Sun Jan 02, 2022 4:43 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Chronic Sinusitis
Replies: 20
Views: 1868

Re: Chronic Sinusitis

Thanks everyone for your advice. Much appreciated. It appears there is still a few possible remedies I have yet to try. Fingers crossed!
by crundale
Sat Jan 01, 2022 12:14 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Chronic Sinusitis
Replies: 20
Views: 1868

Chronic Sinusitis

Anyone on the board suffer from this? I have had it for nearly twenty years on and off, and its very much on at the moment. This time I get the impression it is here to stay. I have had a total lack of smell for the last decade and my taste is also affected. I know everything still works for I have ...
by crundale
Thu Oct 07, 2021 7:42 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Ralph Coates
Replies: 26
Views: 4719

Re: Ralph Coates

crundale wrote:
Thu Oct 07, 2021 7:40 am
Daveyclaret. Just as I remember it! The Chelsea game was my first game ever and so Ralph's goal was my first Burnley goal. (First team). Have tried to find TV footage of it but no luck so far. The net bulging and the roar of the crowd...unforgetable.
by crundale
Thu Oct 07, 2021 7:40 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Ralph Coates
Replies: 26
Views: 4719

Re: Ralph Coates

Daveyclaret. Just as I remember it! The Chelsea game was my first game ever and so Ralph's goal was my first Burnley goal. (First team). Have tried to find TV footage of it but no luck so far. The net bulging and the roar of the crowd...unforgetable.
by crundale
Tue Dec 15, 2020 8:36 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Jack Cork
Replies: 10
Views: 2185

Re: Jack Cork

Well I was interested. Did you lot all get out of the wrong side of the bed this morning?
by crundale
Sun Jul 12, 2020 9:22 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Guardian match report - Picture
Replies: 9
Views: 2679

Re: Guardian match report - Picture

Very generous and positive comments. Great to read.
by crundale
Sat Oct 26, 2019 11:54 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Celebration
Replies: 2
Views: 532

Celebration

I realise there are mixed feelings about this on the forum and perfectly understand that, but on the 64th minute during the game today a quick tribute to Hampstead Claret may appear on the screen. Please help us celebrate his life, if you so wish.
by crundale
Tue Oct 15, 2019 4:04 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Hampstead Claret RIP
Replies: 163
Views: 14321

Re: Hampstead Claret RIP

Clarets4me. I was at school with Dale. Another lad who left far too early. And yes, Ian was a good mate of Micky. My best wishes.
by crundale
Tue Oct 15, 2019 3:26 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Hampstead Claret RIP
Replies: 163
Views: 14321

Re: Hampstead Claret RIP

Rowls thanks for that. My brother was called Michael Collins. Quite a large family. Irish hereditary, mostly still about Burnley. We used to tell him off over his obstreperous responses to you and a few others. If you had met him and had a drink together I reckon you would have enjoyed his company a...
by crundale
Sun Oct 13, 2019 2:03 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Hampstead Claret RIP
Replies: 163
Views: 14321

Re: Hampstead Claret RIP

Thanks for all of the above. Michael died last night from cancer here in Burnley, amongst his family who loved him dearly. As was his wish. He was 62 and was indeed a St Ted's lad. He could be irrascible and certainly opinionated, and frequently told off by his family for being so. He was also thoro...
by crundale
Sat Sep 14, 2019 8:40 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Pubs
Replies: 1
Views: 724

Pubs

Any heads up for BFC pubs in Brighton please.
by crundale
Sat Jun 01, 2019 9:09 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Found a phone.
Replies: 3
Views: 810

Found a phone.

Found a mobile whilst on holiday in the Chilterns. We can only access a screen which states, "This phone has been lost. Please ring *****." Tried to do so, but being informed that the number is not recognised. Any ideas?
by crundale
Fri Apr 26, 2019 8:36 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: What makes you happy?
Replies: 48
Views: 3802

Re: What makes you happy?

Today. Dropped about a few pubs. Met many friends. Been picked up by the other half and taken home. She lit the fire and started to cook. Very much aware that it not always like this for me and you though. Enjoy the moment...if you can.
by crundale
Tue Apr 16, 2019 5:16 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: The Best Places to Live in the UK..
Replies: 56
Views: 5579

Re: The Best Places to Live in the UK..

Parts of Kent are stunning. MY area, the Weald and all the way out to Goudhurst etc etc. Mind you I am in Burmarsh, East Sussex at the mo.' So much woodland and rolling countryside. Did not one of the astronauts on a moon landing remark how green Britain looked from outer space?
by crundale
Sun Mar 31, 2019 10:32 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: I spent sixteen years...
Replies: 12
Views: 2290

Re: I spent sixteen years...

I drink in Canterbury quite a bit, not had any bother. Pubs are not as good as they used to be though. Also I don't remember ever seeing a copper. I think they are frightened by the dark. I might try that lark of laughing out loud for no reason in my local, would not mind being banned. My bar tab is...
by crundale
Tue Feb 19, 2019 9:09 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Change from politics: car advice?
Replies: 52
Views: 5528

Re: Change from politics: car advice?

I had a run of lousy cars that were constantly in the garage. The mechanic said to to get rid and buy Toyotas as "he hardly sees them in his garage." I took his advice and have not had a problem.
by crundale
Sat Dec 15, 2018 7:04 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Mee, Tarks, Long
Replies: 38
Views: 4360

Re: Mee, Tarks, Long

Thought we had the grit back. Came away very proud of the lads.
by crundale
Wed Sep 12, 2018 10:58 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Burnley loves Benedictine. (And photography)
Replies: 40
Views: 5301

Re: Burnley loves Benedictine. (And photography)

Sacrilege CH. Was in the Timber Batts sunday. Now run by a blacksmith. Great pub but I will not be asking him to buy a bottle of Bene!
by crundale
Wed Sep 12, 2018 7:52 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Burnley loves Benedictine. (And photography)
Replies: 40
Views: 5301

Re: Burnley loves Benedictine. (And photography)

I bothered my local landlord in Kent to get a bottle, telling him it will go down a storm like it does in Burnley. He got two. I even bought a round of Benny and hots to start the party...I now have been threatened with being barred if I don't drink both bottles before Xmas.

Book is good.
by crundale
Sun Aug 05, 2018 10:23 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Alfie from Clitheroe
Replies: 38
Views: 7768

Re: Alfie from Clitheroe

Laughed my socks off and woke the wife in the process!
by crundale
Thu Jul 26, 2018 8:46 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: A good book?
Replies: 14
Views: 1603

Re: A good book?

:lol:
John Johnson 1605 wrote:I don't want to spoil it for you but he dies in the end.
by crundale
Sat Jul 21, 2018 7:14 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: When did the rise begin?
Replies: 37
Views: 3622

Re: When did the rise begin?

Edit. Later!
by crundale
Sat Jul 21, 2018 7:13 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: When did the rise begin?
Replies: 37
Views: 3622

: When did

I'd have to say Owen Coyle, even though with how he left, jump-started us. The 2009 playoff final win vs Sheffield United was significant. Most certainly earlier than this game but I remember walking off the the QPR game, the one when Barton was hit by a bottle, after playing them off the park and ...
by crundale
Sun Jul 01, 2018 8:01 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Worst so called tourist location you have visited ?
Replies: 126
Views: 13620

Re: Worst so called tourist location you have visited ?

London Zoo Completely agree with claptrapper about London Zoo. Bored senseless. All of the animals were either on their hols or asleep. When I had a quick chat with one of the keepers and told him I would pay good money to see a scrap between a tiger and a lion or a bear and a buffalo he looked at ...
by crundale
Sat Jun 09, 2018 11:16 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: 6 June 1944
Replies: 60
Views: 6228

Re: 6 June 1944

I work at Calais for Border Force (silly name really) and often see the British Army passing through. Yesterday it was the Household Cavalry. A smarter, more impressive bunch of lads you will never meet. Polite and pleasant. Our youngsters are as good and bad as they have always been, but mostly good.