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by Midmoorclaret
Sun Aug 17, 2025 11:03 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Roy Orbison
Replies: 34
Views: 2330

Re: Roy Orbison

A clip from Black & White Night with a brilliant guitar triple midway through featuring Roy, Elvis's guitarist James Burton and Bruce Springsteen. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_PLq0_7k1jk
by Midmoorclaret
Fri Jan 31, 2025 8:52 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Marianne Faithfull RIP
Replies: 34
Views: 2313

Re: Marianne Faithfull RIP

As crundale said mikeS. I saw her at the Imp on that day and she was fantastic. So sad but glad to have seen her.
R.I.P. Marianne
by Midmoorclaret
Mon Sep 30, 2024 11:09 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: O/T music poll Kinks v Hollies
Replies: 43
Views: 2485

Re: O/T music poll Kinks v Hollies

Bobby Elliot was born in Burnley and lead guitarist Tony Hicks was a Nelson lad. I like the Kinks but prefer The Hollies, especially Long Cool Woman In A Black Dress. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DH11CPDXzr4
by Midmoorclaret
Mon Sep 30, 2024 10:45 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Kris Kristofferson - Gone
Replies: 19
Views: 2090

Re: Kris Kristofferson - Gone

R.I.P Kris, great singer, songwriter and actor. My favorite song of his is Help Me Make It Through The Night, I particularly like this version by Tammy Wynette - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aX7DPykzyaQ
by Midmoorclaret
Sun May 19, 2024 9:00 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Funny saying's
Replies: 39
Views: 2374

Re: Funny saying's

As much use as Tits on a Goldfish!
by Midmoorclaret
Sat May 04, 2024 4:49 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Issues on Up the Clarets
Replies: 71
Views: 8472

Re: Issues on Up the Clarets

This site has been worse than our performance today!
by Midmoorclaret
Sun Feb 04, 2024 3:05 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Parkinson's disease
Replies: 37
Views: 2991

Re: Parkinson's disease

Done. A very worthy petition.
by Midmoorclaret
Fri Feb 10, 2023 9:21 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: All clear now
Replies: 52
Views: 6143

Re: All clear now

Well done Cirrus, I had the very same tests, procedures and radical prostatectomy as you 20 years ago and but for that I would have been long gone. I had no symptoms whatsoever but my PSA went up from 4% to 9% which resulted in further tests. My Father died from Prostate cancer and I vowed to have m...
by Midmoorclaret
Thu Dec 31, 2020 1:37 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: The wait is over - ALK Capital buy Burnley FC
Replies: 219
Views: 30909

Re: Selling our soul

I only hope we keep our identity as 'The Clarets' and aren't rebranded as 'The ALKies'. :lol:
by Midmoorclaret
Mon Aug 03, 2020 8:41 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Poor Spelling / Grammar
Replies: 105
Views: 8385

Re: Poor Spelling / Grammar

One I see frequently is the use of the word 'then' when the writer means 'than'. Eg. "It's better then the other."
by Midmoorclaret
Sun May 31, 2020 12:42 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Happy Birthday, Clint Eastwood.
Replies: 6
Views: 907

Happy Birthday, Clint Eastwood.

90 Today!!
by Midmoorclaret
Sun Mar 22, 2020 9:06 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Boris Watch
Replies: 895
Views: 72324

Re: Boris Watch

"What they are though, are 'experts' without real expertise, as these things do not necessarily follow the pattern you would wish or predict. They give an opinion- probably more than one option/outcome and the politicians make a choice. They don't break ranks and they get a knighthood." Ian, I don't...
by Midmoorclaret
Fri Mar 06, 2020 3:57 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: The Hollies
Replies: 33
Views: 4660

Re: The Hollies

Written quite a lot of their own material as is show in this Wiki on Tony Hicks.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tony_Hicks
by Midmoorclaret
Mon Sep 23, 2019 4:59 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Heading to Turf Moor from USA in September
Replies: 121
Views: 19160

Re: Heading to Turf Moor from USA in September

Thanks for posting that Wilks, wish you both all the best Kgun5 and hope you enjoy the rest of your visit to Europe, and well done BFC.
by Midmoorclaret
Fri Aug 09, 2019 9:28 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: BFC TRANSFER NEWS (MUST CONTAIN LINK)
Replies: 5242
Views: 764624

Re: BFC TRANSFER NEWS (MUST CONTAIN LINK)

DD Seeing his initials, how many remember this?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7TGCrBE3JvY" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
by Midmoorclaret
Fri Apr 26, 2019 1:26 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: What makes you happy?
Replies: 48
Views: 4943

Re: What makes you happy?

Clapping seems to work for most of us!
by Midmoorclaret
Fri Mar 15, 2019 4:14 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Roy Orbison ... A Black and White night ..
Replies: 12
Views: 1671

Re: Roy Orbison ... A Black and White night ..

It is Dave Edmunds. On the full version Ringo plays drums and the female is Rosanne Cash, Johnny's daughter. The final number is Blue Suede Shoes which goes to several encores and has Carl Perkins crying with emotion at the response from the audience
by Midmoorclaret
Fri Mar 15, 2019 1:41 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Roy Orbison ... A Black and White night ..
Replies: 12
Views: 1671

Re: Roy Orbison ... A Black and White night ..

This is another good old rocker to get your feet tapping, Carl Perkins and Friends -

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x_T8mRnqCwE" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
by Midmoorclaret
Fri Mar 15, 2019 12:24 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Roy Orbison ... A Black and White night ..
Replies: 12
Views: 1671

Re: Roy Orbison ... A Black and White night ..

I've had this dvd for many years and never tire of watching it. I love the James Burton and Bruce Springsteen guitar duo piece especially.
by Midmoorclaret
Tue Feb 19, 2019 3:27 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: The immortal poem : "DEATH THE LEVELLER "
Replies: 3
Views: 993

Re: The immortal poem : "DEATH THE LEVELLER "

Here you are Dave - https://www.poemhunter.com/poem/death-the-leveller/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
by Midmoorclaret
Mon Feb 04, 2019 9:53 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: The Day the Music Died
Replies: 23
Views: 3159

Re: The Day the Music Died

A star that was so bright, for such a short time and now he is immortal. This song was recorded by Eddie Cochran as a tribute and sadly he became the fourth star when he was killed in a car crash just over 12 months later. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DhtYS-7hFM0" onclick="window.open(this.href)...
by Midmoorclaret
Sun Dec 09, 2018 4:24 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Christmas dinner
Replies: 91
Views: 7850

Re: Christmas dinner

Tesco butter basted turkey breast joint (780g) ideal for two for Christmas dinner and some left over for boxing Day.
by Midmoorclaret
Sat Dec 01, 2018 11:27 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Time to rename the pub.
Replies: 45
Views: 4425

Re: Time to rename the pub.

I think the 'Moan-inn' would be popular for a lot on here.
by Midmoorclaret
Mon Nov 26, 2018 2:46 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Haslingden Bypass - mobile speed van on bridge
Replies: 86
Views: 13811

Re: Haslingden Bypass - mobile speed van on bridge

I assume all these mobile camera vans are equipped with ANPR in which case they not only detect speed but also uninsured or written off vehicles and those being used without MOT.
by Midmoorclaret
Wed Nov 07, 2018 1:14 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Fully Electric Cars
Replies: 812
Views: 63457

Re: Fully Electric Cars

Foulthrow wrote:And, don't the batteries last approx 3 to 5 years and then they'll need replacing, and the cost of replacing the battery is similar to the cost of the replacing the car? So, basically they have no sell on value?
Hyundai have an 8 (eight) year warranty on their batteries.
by Midmoorclaret
Sat Sep 08, 2018 4:07 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Anyone know where the original of this Turf Moor painting is?
Replies: 13
Views: 3264

Re: Anyone know where the original of this Turf Moor painting is?

This website may give you some useful information, if you go to 'Gallery'and select Contact it gives you their details as they are at Whalley and may be able to assist.
http://www.artdecorgallery.co.uk/artist ... ggins.html" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
by Midmoorclaret
Mon Aug 20, 2018 1:59 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: ARTICLE: Burnley in mourning with the loss of the great Jimmy Mac
Replies: 88
Views: 10388

Re: ARTICLE: Burnley in mourning with the loss of the great Jimmy Mac

So very sad to hear this news and I also feel very privileged to have seen him play many times. Not only was he a great footballer but a true gentleman and a credit to our town and great club. May you rest in peace Jimmy Mac.
by Midmoorclaret
Wed Aug 08, 2018 3:52 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: ARTICLE: Serbian match officials in Istanbul
Replies: 9
Views: 1696

Re: ARTICLE: Serbian match officials in Istanbul

Hope this Ref. isn't related to Lee Mason! ;)
by Midmoorclaret
Sun Aug 05, 2018 3:45 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Today's match? Any info?
Replies: 8
Views: 2783

Re: Today's match? Any info?

https://www.burnleyfootballclub.com/new ... 05-aug-18/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
by Midmoorclaret
Sun Aug 05, 2018 8:23 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: £8m bid for Clucas in - Nixon
Replies: 338
Views: 46967

Re: £8m bid for Clucas in - Nixon

If there has been a problem with his medical it could explain why Swansea are willing to offload him at nearly half of what they paid for him.
by Midmoorclaret
Sat Jul 21, 2018 8:57 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Summer Photos
Replies: 64
Views: 8314

Re: Summer Photos

Have you made an entry for this years Countryfile Calendar John as I see they keep showing your Little Owls entry from last year.
by Midmoorclaret
Tue Jul 10, 2018 1:41 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Rhodes set to move to Norwich
Replies: 17
Views: 3358

Re: Rhodes set to move to Norwich

The lads gone up in the world of football since he left Blackbum Ravers.
by Midmoorclaret
Tue Jul 10, 2018 1:30 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Camping Scotland
Replies: 19
Views: 2472

Re: Camping Scotland

Good on you MT, hope you have enough change in your till. ;) :lol:
by Midmoorclaret
Tue Jul 03, 2018 8:37 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Summer Photos
Replies: 64
Views: 8314

Re: Summer Photos

Superb action shots there Dan.
by Midmoorclaret
Sun Jul 01, 2018 8:38 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Barry Kilby Prostrate Cancer Appeal
Replies: 29
Views: 4323

Re: Barry Kilby Prostrate Cancer Appeal

Good job you listened to your wife NW and I hope others take note of what you did before it's too late. Best wishes for the future.
by Midmoorclaret
Sun Jun 24, 2018 8:30 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Barry Kilby Prostrate Cancer Appeal
Replies: 29
Views: 4323

Re: Barry Kilby Prostrate Cancer Appeal

Missed it again... Next time eh? Well done BK, and the club. I hope for your sake Bob that you make it next time as you never know until it's too late. My father died from prostate cancer at 73 and I vowed then to have a PSA test every year which proved a life saver for me as I was diagnosed with i...
by Midmoorclaret
Mon Jun 18, 2018 3:05 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: The most boring.....
Replies: 56
Views: 5318

Re: The most boring.....

"Its just so boring . Did most of the good posters leave ? Is there a new BFC forum started up where all the personalities have joined ?" If there is Edwardian I certainly hope you find it then you won't have to be bored with us! Either shut up or as has already been said, start your own non boring ...
by Midmoorclaret
Fri May 04, 2018 3:59 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Burnley Local Election Results ....
Replies: 44
Views: 3990

Re: Burnley Local Election Results ....

What will they think in Brighton? No BNP Councillors in Burnley! They still won't believe it though as we are still Neanderthals in their simple minds. Hope they realise than Neanderthals evolved after microscopic pond life!
by Midmoorclaret
Tue Apr 17, 2018 3:38 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: STEVE YOUNG (ClaretCanada)
Replies: 72
Views: 9450

Re: STEVE YOUNG

May you rest in peace Steve, good that you were able to follow the Clarets success this Season. How I hate this bloody disease having lost my Father to it in 1985. Feel very sad to hear this news.
by Midmoorclaret
Mon Mar 12, 2018 10:00 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: The supporters of which five clubs have had the toughest last decade?
Replies: 62
Views: 6225

Re: The supporters of which five clubs have had the toughest last decade?

My choice would be :-

Bolton
Wigan
Houston Dynamo
Blackburn Rovers
Ross County

;)
by Midmoorclaret
Fri Feb 09, 2018 3:37 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Winter photos
Replies: 108
Views: 14625

Re: Winter photos

Brilliant photo's John. Keep the lens and but get some new specs to see where you're going!!
by Midmoorclaret
Wed Dec 27, 2017 4:26 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Meeting davemanu2000
Replies: 84
Views: 12095

Re: Meeting davemanu2000

Well put Sidney, a great gesture for a fan who has been a follower and supporter of our club for many years before many on this board were even born. His posts are refreshing to read and a credit to him that at his age he is still able to travel from Mauritius to support the team he loves. Hope he h...
by Midmoorclaret
Tue Dec 26, 2017 1:21 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: ARTICLE: Atkinson will referee Boxing Day clash
Replies: 4
Views: 1148

Re: ARTICLE: Atkinson will referee Boxing Day clash

Fourth official - Lee Mason!!

Oh, just noticed Arsenal don't have a game today, give him ear ache Sean as you'll be nearer to him this time. :lol:
by Midmoorclaret
Sun Dec 03, 2017 11:16 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Favourite comedy lines.
Replies: 156
Views: 19425

Re: Favourite comedy lines.

Some classic ones in this sketch.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tcliR8kAbzc" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
by Midmoorclaret
Sat Nov 04, 2017 9:14 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: First Game Memories
Replies: 66
Views: 6236

Re: First Game Memories

Burnley 5 v Manchester United 3 FA Cup 3rd Round 1954. I was 9 and went with my Uncle, we were near the top halfway on the Longside and I had to stand on a wooden box to see the game. Happy memories and a supporter ever since. Great times watching the Clarets which have now returned. https://www.you...
by Midmoorclaret
Sat Nov 04, 2017 8:59 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Autumn pictures
Replies: 61
Views: 6755

Re: Autumn pictures

The quality of some pictures on here is outstanding. Well done to all and also Spades for starting the photography threads.
by Midmoorclaret
Wed Oct 25, 2017 2:06 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Job Change
Replies: 77
Views: 7351

Re: Job Change

Should have gone for the McLaren job and given Sidney more stress! ;) (hope he gets it mind)
by Midmoorclaret
Tue Oct 10, 2017 9:38 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Beatles in nelson.
Replies: 94
Views: 12076

Re: Beatles in nelson.

Thats the one, Steve did two editions of it. Sadly he's no longer with us. Have a look here... http://www.lankybeat.com/The%20Impnelson.html" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; Thanks for that link Mike, some great names and dates of their appearance at the Imp. listed at the foot of the...
by Midmoorclaret
Wed Sep 27, 2017 2:56 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Burnley fan Jo Cunningham (formerly Tomlinson) passes away
Replies: 56
Views: 11971

Re: Burnley fan Jo Cunningham (formerly Tomlinson) passes away

Some very touching tributes for a lady who will be sadly missed, especially by those who knew her personally to whom I offer my sincere condolences.

May you rest in peace Jo.