Travelodge in Burnley

[Guppyspotter]

Sad to say I have made my lad wait 16 years before his first home game. Saturday is his 16th birthday so what better way to spend it than a trip to his allocated place of worship.

Obviously he should have the full matchday experience so the Travelodge near the Turf seems a logical place to stay on Saturday Night. Reviews suggest that for £40 you get what you pay for and it's not the Ritz, it'll do as a bed for the night.

Burnley Miners is on the list of places to go. Is pie and peas still an option (never had it so no idea of what 'pie & peas' actually is.) what pie is involved?
Last time I went there it was 20 pence to join for the day- what shock level of price rise should I expect?

Where in the town can one purchase a bottle of Bene to take away (they look at you funny round here).

Park view chippy, is it still on the recommended list? Recommended as a place for good food rather than for being good value.

Is the Weavers Triangle worth visiting? never quite sure if it is a site of industrial heritage or a euphemism for a hirsute lady.

I understand the pedestrian railway overbridge on Barkerhouse Road Nelson is no longer an option to watch the trains go by (maternal grandmother lived there)

We shall visit the deceased paternal grandfathers house on Eastern Avenue to check it has not been modernised for the first time in about 100 years.

Just need a win to round things off.

[Guppyspotter]

Whilst on the ask for info; looking for somewhere good the eat on Sunday. Quite fancy going somewhere near Fence as we always headed that way when visiting an elderly relative in Higherford 40 years ago. There look to be a few decent places to eat there. Don't mind paying good money for decent food. The White Swan menus I've seen posted look the most interesting, anything better around that area? (In terms of food rather than in terms of price)?

[sjb]

You're not Devil's Advocate.

[mdd2]

Inclined to contact childline but don’t know who you are
Mental abuse is an awful thing
I realise a babe in arms would not appreciate the Turf, but still a Turf virgin at 16
Shame on you, shame on you.
Maybe I was cruel too as mine first went in early 1982 aged 9, 7 and 5 during our run in to promotion from Div 3

[ClaretsPadiham]

May I ask why he’s only going on his first game at 16 ? That’s very late I think most of us went on when our age was single digits.

You obviously don’t live local so maybe that’s why ? Where do you live ?

[criminalclaret]

Due to the fact that he hasn't been here in years, I'm assuming that he lives a fair way away / abroad? Could live in Aus for all we know?

Don't stay in the Dunkenhagh is my only recommendation. Took the missus there summer just gone for a special night away, was bloody terrible. Room was loud, leisure area was out of the Brittas Emoire. Was really shocked how delapidated it was in parts, it's certainly riding on it's old reputation.

For Sunday food, Sparrowhawk is always nice when I am visiting family up north. Aspinall Arms in Clitheroe is lovely if you want a spin out further afield

[Swizzlestick]

Not sure what the interrogations are about! Re bottles of Bene, I’ve definitely got one from the big Tesco near the ground previously.

[Burnley1989]

Due to the fact that he hasn't been here in years, I'm assuming that he lives a fair way away / abroad? Could live in Aus for all we know?

Don't stay in the Dunkenhagh is my only recommendation. Took the missus there summer just gone for a special night away, was bloody terrible. Room was loud, leisure area was out of the Brittas Emoire. Was really shocked how delapidated it was in parts, it's certainly riding on it's old reputation.

For Sunday food, Sparrowhawk is always nice when I am visiting family up north. Aspinall Arms in Clitheroe is lovely if you want a spin out further afield

I'm told the Oaks is 10x worse as well. Shame but being someone that works away regularly, I've found the older hotels that were once wedding venues and popular, all seem to be the same and falling yo bits as I imagine the running costs are too high.

[Quickenthetempo]

If he hasn't been to the ground before try and get him a ground tour.
I think there's still a Burnley FC exhibition on at the library that might interest you as well.

[ecc]

Reads like a good old-fashioned wind-up to me.

[Clovius Boofus]

Reads like a good old-fashioned wind-up to me.

Aye, a very poor one from someone with too much time on their hands.

[Swizzlestick]

Maybe it’s my advancing years, but I’m missing the wind up bit.

[dsr]

The pie will probably be a pork pie but might be a potato pie (which does include meat in spite of the name). The peas will be mushy.

Most of the supermarkets and selling out shops (off licences) should sell Benedictine.

[gandhisflipflop]

I'm told the Oaks is 10x worse as well. Shame but being someone that works away regularly, I've found the older hotels that were once wedding venues and popular, all seem to be the same and falling yo bits as I imagine the running costs are too high.

As someone who worked at the oaks 10 years ago for a period of time, I can verify this. I felt sorry for people spending money on weddings there at the time. I witnessed the chefs using the left over bacon and sausage buttys from the night do the previous nights wedding for the next days wedding.

Honestly, the place was ran by a guy purely interested in creaming the profits it generated from its previous reputation (in my opinion). I think it’s still owned by the same group so I doubt it will have improved.

[Clovius Boofus]

Maybe it’s my advancing years, but I’m missing the wind up bit.

He overegged it when he said he had no idea of what 'pie & peas' actually is.

[Swizzlestick]

He overegged it when he said he had no idea of what 'pie & peas' actually is.

Well he’s from Bristol, so maybe it’s not as much of a ‘thing’ down there.

It just reads like a genuine request for suggestions to me. Maybe I’m getting too naive these days.

[Loyalclaret]

Sad to say I have made my lad wait 16 years before his first home game. Saturday is his 16th birthday so what better way to spend it than a trip to his allocated place of worship.

Obviously he should have the full matchday experience so the Travelodge near the Turf seems a logical place to stay on Saturday Night. Reviews suggest that for £40 you get what you pay for and it's not the Ritz, it'll do as a bed for the night.

Burnley Miners is on the list of places to go. Is pie and peas still an option (never had it so no idea of what 'pie & peas' actually is.) what pie is involved?
Last time I went there it was 20 pence to join for the day- what shock level of price rise should I expect?

Where in the town can one purchase a bottle of Bene to take away (they look at you funny round here).

Park view chippy, is it still on the recommended list? Recommended as a place for good food rather than for being good value.

Is the Weavers Triangle worth visiting? never quite sure if it is a site of industrial heritage or a euphemism for a hirsute lady.

I understand the pedestrian railway overbridge on Barkerhouse Road Nelson is no longer an option to watch the trains go by (maternal grandmother lived there)

We shall visit the deceased paternal grandfathers house on Eastern Avenue to check it has not been modernised for the first time in about 100 years.

Just need a win to round things off.

Few suggestions:
If the lad likes burgers/filthy fries/proper pizza, I would recommend Ellis's for a 16year old at some point during your stay.

I would also take him in Prinny/Dyche beer garden for a short while, should be a good atmosphere and plenty to look at as young football Burnley fan. Miners is also good, not sure on pies - any local will tell you to pick a Haffners pie up. I would recommend the Park View for a football pub feel before or after but maybe better after if yoy do Culvert before

[dsr]

Well he’s from Bristol, so maybe it’s not as much of a ‘thing’ down there.

It just reads like a genuine request for suggestions to me. Maybe I’m getting too naive these days.

It does happen. We had someone at our office who couldn't understand why people would ever go to a potato pie supper, because she didn't see the attraction of a pie containing only potato.

[dougcollins]

The majority of 'meat and potato' pies are 'potato' pies- that is, the potato content is greater than the meat content.

[DCWat]

It does happen. We had someone at our office who couldn't understand why people would ever go to a potato pie supper, because she didn't see the attraction of a pie containing only potato.

Aside from at Burnley, I haven’t heard it called a potato pie anywhere else. It’s a meat and potato pie, this side of the hill.

Similarly, I’d never heard of a butter pie until they were on sale at the ground for a few years. Another strange one seeing as the main ingredients appear to be potato and onion.

Must be a Lancashire thing to not name some of the pie contents - a surprise pie if you will.

[Guppyspotter]

May I ask why he’s only going on his first game at 16 ? That’s very late I think most of us went on when our age was single digits.

You obviously don’t live local so maybe that’s why ? Where do you live ?

Bristol

[Guppyspotter]

Not sure what the interrogations are about! Re bottles of Bene, I’ve definitely got one from the big Tesco near the ground previously.

Bene'in'Bristol isn't a thing - hence asking if it is on the shelves in Burnley.

[The Shire Claret]

Bene'in'Bristol isn't a thing - hence asking if it is on the shelves in Burnley.

Tesco have it in

Hope your lad has a great day out !

UTC

[Guppyspotter]

Thanks for the replies, genuine questions and some helpful answers.

Bene isn't a thing in the South West, good to know I can get it easily in Burnley.

The pie thing I get from reading on here over many years. Haffners always comes out as being good but it was more a case of what pie & peas actually is. I know of butter pie, potato pie etc but was seeking clarity as to which pie I would be getting.

Not his first game but first home game. It's a bit of a trip to go to a home game, multiple years of premier league gave me a perception of ticket unavailability, school sports on Saturday's, both parents working shifts in the NHS, not all the kids being interested in football; all a bit lame but it was just easier to go to an away game.

Spread Eagle or White Swan look to be good places to go. Spread Eagle has no rooms for this Saturday hence the travelodge option just for somewhere tp stay.

Weavers Triangle looks to be closed for the winter (visitor centre) Happy memories of the canal side down Evelyn Street as a child visiting my great aunt and her lady friend who shared the house (never thought anything of it at the time!). Still good for wander around on Sunday morning.

Barkerhouse Road overbridge, many happy hours watching the trains and avoiding my grandmother grabbing my face and laughing whilst referring to a bit of chin pie.

Royal Dyche, will certainly have a pint there.

Still no reply to how much is it to go into the Miners.

Just to say, I rang the ticket office this morning to enquire about exchanging the 3 tickets I bought online in the middle of the night for some that are together if they become available and Kieran (hopefully spelt correctly) was very helpful. I often read about ticket office problems so nice to get a first hand positive experience.

[Devils_Advocate]

If you get chance to get into the fanzone before the game then Mr Pace sometimes pays it a visit and I've heard he is very engaging with the fans. Im sure if you let him know its your lads first visit he will stop for a chat and potentially make the day even more special

[wilks_bfc]

Pie n Peas can really be any pie but traditionally potato (or meat & potato)

The fanzone sell pie & peas and the pies are haffners

[Loyalclaret]

Thanks for the replies, genuine questions and some helpful answers.

Bene isn't a thing in the South West, good to know I can get it easily in Burnley.

The pie thing I get from reading on here over many years. Haffners always comes out as being good but it was more a case of what pie & peas actually is. I know of butter pie, potato pie etc but was seeking clarity as to which pie I would be getting.

Not his first game but first home game. It's a bit of a trip to go to a home game, multiple years of premier league gave me a perception of ticket unavailability, school sports on Saturday's, both parents working shifts in the NHS, not all the kids being interested in football; all a bit lame but it was just easier to go to an away game.

Spread Eagle or White Swan look to be good places to go. Spread Eagle has no rooms for this Saturday hence the travelodge option just for somewhere tp stay.

Weavers Triangle looks to be closed for the winter (visitor centre) Happy memories of the canal side down Evelyn Street as a child visiting my great aunt and her lady friend who shared the house (never thought anything of it at the time!). Still good for wander around on Sunday morning.

Barkerhouse Road overbridge, many happy hours watching the trains and avoiding my grandmother grabbing my face and laughing whilst referring to a bit of chin pie.

Royal Dyche, will certainly have a pint there.

Still no reply to how much is it to go into the Miners.

Just to say, I rang the ticket office this morning to enquire about exchanging the 3 tickets I bought online in the middle of the night for some that are together if they become available and Kieran (hopefully spelt correctly) was very helpful. I often read about ticket office problems so nice to get a first hand positive experience.

Missed the White Swan bit, the menu and food is really good in a more informal setting than youd expect from a Michelin star place. Other good places within travelling distance: Fence Gate, Four Alls Higham (more pub food but good), Forest all near Fence. Staff of Life near Tod has nice food. Wilfreds is really good. Both Spread Eagles local are good for food.

Not sure on Weavers Triangle, when open I would have chosen Towneley Hall but I think most is still closed for refurbishment?

Miners will be 50p i think.

I'm originally from Nelson but would struggle to recommend much. Depending on what kind of kid you have, weather permitting Pendle Hill for a good look at the glorious countryside is a shout.

[The Shire Claret]

Miners is 20p

[jrgbfc]

If you get chance to get into the fanzone before the game then Mr Pace sometimes pays it a visit and I've heard he is very engaging with the fans. Im sure if you let him know its your lads first visit he will stop for a chat and potentially make the day even more special

Has the Sycamore Farm gag run its course now DA?

[Foshiznik]

As someone who lived in Bristol and grew up in neighbouring Wiltshire before moving to the North West in the last couple years (now living in Bispham for my sins) I was also a Turf Moor virgin until my 16th Birthday as my parents aren't into football and the majority of my family aren't Burnley fans but wanted to take me as it was something i always wanted to do. It's really not as rare as some people think.

Unfortunately, it was to watch a 2-0 defeat against Bolton - Michael Ricketts with a brace.

I also think people stuck in somewhat of a Burnley bubble don't realise how much of a different world the South West is from North West, let alone Bristol. Different breed, particular near where i lived (Redland).

[Devils_Advocate]

Has the Sycamore Farm gag run its course now DA?

No not at all, I would have recommended but he seems to be keen on Fence and already has some decent suggestions. Always happy to help and think my advice around the chance to meet Mr Pace would be much more beneficial for him on this occasion

[Guppyspotter]

Missed the White Swan bit, the menu and food is really good in a more informal setting than youd expect from a Michelin star place. Other good places within travelling distance: Fence Gate, Four Alls Higham (more pub food but good), Forest all near Fence. Staff of Life near Tod has nice food. Wilfreds is really good. Both Spread Eagles local are good for food.

Not sure on Weavers Triangle, when open I would have chosen Towneley Hall but I think most is still closed for refurbishment?

Miners will be 50p i think.

I'm originally from Nelson but would struggle to recommend much. Depending on what kind of kid you have, weather permitting Pendle Hill for a good look at the glorious countryside is a shout.

White Swan closed until the 29th so that's out, will look at the others you suggested. Pendle Hill, sounds a plan. Spread Eagle rooms are all booked so might just slum it or sleep in the camper van somewhere rural and quiet (I'm sure the other ex-half will be happy to drive)

[Clovius Boofus]

Thanks for the replies, genuine questions and some helpful answers.

The pie thing I get from reading on here over many years.

Fair enough. I must have been lucky. I've seen pie & peas on the menu in West Country pubs - sometimes it might come with mash, but not always.

[Guppyspotter]

As someone who lived in Bristol and grew up in neighbouring Wiltshire before moving to the North West in the last couple years (now living in Bispham for my sins) I was also a Turf Moor virgin until my 16th Birthday as my parents aren't into football and the majority of my family aren't Burnley fans but wanted to take me as it was something i always wanted to do. It's really not as rare as some people think.

Unfortunately, it was to watch a 2-0 defeat against Bolton - Michael Ricketts with a brace.

I also think people stuck in somewhat of a Burnley bubble don't realise how much of a different world the South West is from North West, let alone Bristol. Different breed, particular near where i lived (Redland).

I'm in Stoke Bishop so only a mile from Redland. It is definitely different to Burnley but that's not a bad thing. Making a weekend of it and it's a good birthday to treat ourselves and good to show him that Burnley and the area is not just what the media focus on.

[Herts Clarets]

Unfortunately, it was to watch a 2-0 defeat against Bolton - Michael Ricketts with a brace.

A brace of goals and not the leg brace he appeared to be wearing when he played for Burnley.....

[Foshiznik]

I'm in Stoke Bishop so only a mile from Redland. It is definitely different to Burnley but that's not a bad thing. Making a weekend of it and it's a good birthday to treat ourselves and good to show him that Burnley and the area is not just what the media focus on.

I used to live in Sea Mills/Shirehampton too so even closer to you!

[Guppyspotter]

Thanks all. Looks like I have a plan.
Leave Bristol Friday after school, stop in West Bromwich in one of the Desi pubs (The Grove I think) for a pint and a curry,
Continue up the M5/M6 to Pendle, sleep in the van and go for a morning walk up the hill.
Head into Burnley and buy a few bottles of Bene at Tesco.
Go to the Miners for Pie and peas and to show him the safe zone for men if it is still there! Go the the Royal Dyche for a pint. Visit the fanzine before kick off.
Watch the match -!always a risk as we do love to attach the banana skins to boots before each encounter with teams at the bottom end.
Enjoy a game at the Turf.
Head out for something to eat at a decent place and a couple of beers. Bed down.
Sunday a walk around some of my family history and the canal area. Go and eat again.
Head back South on Sunday evening.

[warksclaret]

Think the days of £40 a night at the Travelodge particularly match nights are long gone. More like £80+ now-I googled a few dates yesterday for same nights we are at home

[Foshiznik]

Thanks all. Looks like I have a plan.
Leave Bristol Friday after school, stop in West Bromwich in one of the Desi pubs (The Grove I think) for a pint and a curry,
Continue up the M5/M6 to Pendle, sleep in the van and go for a morning walk up the hill.
Head into Burnley and buy a few bottles of Bene at Tesco.
Go to the Miners for Pie and peas and to show him the safe zone for men if it is still there! Go the the Royal Dyche for a pint. Visit the fanzine before kick off.
Watch the match -!always a risk as we do love to attach the banana skins to boots before each encounter with teams at the bottom end.
Enjoy a game at the Turf.
Head out for something to eat at a decent place and a couple of beers. Bed down.
Sunday a walk around some of my family history and the canal area. Go and eat again.
Head back South on Sunday evening.

Could head to Billy Bob's diner if you are into American food. That's where my brother goes on his way home from visiting the area.

[claret wizard]

Obviously he should have the full matchday experience so the Travelodge near the Turf seems a logical place to stay on Saturday Night. Reviews suggest that for £40 you get what you pay for and it's not the Ritz, it'll do as a bed for the night.

So the Travelodge isn’t exactly close to Turf Moor. It’s up at Gannow Top. I’d probably recommend the Holiday Inn Express at £66 on Sat night including breakfast and is a similar distance away. The Premier Inn a few hundred yards away from Turf Moor is £92 for Sat night, breakfast is extra.

Burnley Miners is on the list of places to go. Is pie and peas still an option (never had it so no idea of what 'pie & peas' actually is.) what pie is involved?
Last time I went there it was 20 pence to join for the day- what shock level of price rise should I expect?

Still 20p to get in and Pie and zpeas is Meat and Potato pie and mushy peas.

Where in the town can one purchase a bottle of Bene to take away (they look at you funny round here).

All the supermarkets in Burnley sell Benedictine.

Park view chippy, is it still on the recommended list? Recommended as a place for good food rather than for being good value.

Good chips, great fish and Hollands Pies.

Is the Weavers Triangle worth visiting? never quite sure if it is a site of industrial heritage or a euphemism for a hirsute lady.

I’ve never been to visitor centre but the Inn on Wharf has recently reopened and you can combine a cultural visit with a beer.

Just need a win to round things off.

UTC!

I also saw you were asking about nice restaurants. The White Swan would obviously be top. It’s exceptional but someone says shut to 29th?? Fence Gate and Sparrowhawk both good. There’s also the Crow Wood complex including the recently refurbished Bertrams. Can’t go wrong there. They have a hotel as well, step above the other hotel options listed, and £280 for a twin room B&B it is reflected in the price.

[PoshClaret]

I also made my first visit to Turf Moor on my 16th birthday. We lived in North Wales at the time and my dad had only learned to drive the year before. It was November 1968 and Arsenal beat us 1-0. We were given a tour of the ground before the game, which included a magical walk down the tunnel and onto the pitch.

[Indecisive]

Shame about the white swan. It’s not a cheap meal but for the Michelin star cooking it’s a lot more reasonably priced than others. Genuinely Burnley is lucky to have that pub restaurant on its doorstep. .

If you’re all foodies and are driving and happy to make a little journey the Rum Fox at Grindleton is an equally impressive foodie venue, as is The Parkers Arms. They are a little journey, but as you referenced the White Swan, they are other ‘up there’ options.

Anyway, more importantly, to give a proper taste of the Matchday experience I’d say both the Miners and Royal Dyche are decent bets.

As much of a wide up as Devils advocate normally is, wouldn’t be that shocked if Pace did have a wander around the fanzone.

Holiday inn and (if you feel like splashing out a fair bit more) Crow Wood are really the best options for stopping over.

[Casper2]

So the Travelodge isn’t exactly close to Turf Moor. It’s up at Gannow Top. I’d probably recommend the Holiday Inn Express at £66 on Sat night including breakfast and is a similar distance away. The Premier Inn a few hundred yards away from Turf Moor is £92 for Sat night, breakfast is extra.



Still 20p to get in and Pie and zpeas is Meat and Potato pie and mushy peas.

Premier Inn is looking really tired now , although very convenient.

All the supermarkets in Burnley sell Benedictine.



Good chips, great fish and Hollands Pies.



I’ve never been to visitor centre but the Inn on Wharf has recently reopened and you can combine a cultural visit with a beer.




UTC!

I also saw you were asking about nice restaurants. The White Swan would obviously be top. It’s exceptional but someone says shut to 29th?? Fence Gate and Sparrowhawk both good. There’s also the Crow Wood complex including the recently refurbished Bertrams. Can’t go wrong there. They have a hotel as well, step above the other hotel options listed, and £280 for a twin room B&B it is reflected in the price.

[IanMcL]

Thanks all. Looks like I have a plan.

Head into Burnley and buy a few bottles of Bene at Tesco.
BENEDICTINE £21 50CL. CLUBCARD PRICE £18

Go to the Miners for Pie and peas and to show him the safe zone for men if it is still there!
YOU COULD TRY BENEDICTINE IN THE MINERS BEFORE INVESTING YOUR LIFE SAVINGS.

NO PARK VIEW CHIPPY THEN?


Head back South on Sunday evening.

[Folkestoneclaret]

I also made my first visit to Turf Moor on my 16th birthday. We lived in North Wales at the time and my dad had only learned to drive the year before. It was November 1968 and Arsenal beat us 1-0. We were given a tour of the ground before the game, which included a magical walk down the tunnel and onto the pitch.

Bizarre, that was my first game at Turf Moor too. Headed up from London by train on the day and stood in the Longside. Pretty dour game as I recall, Arsenal goal scored by Radford.

[dougcollins]

Bizarre, that was my first game at Turf Moor too. Headed up from London by train on the day and stood in the Longside. Pretty dour game as I recall, Arsenal goal scored by Radford.

Holy sh!t, my first game also.

I just remember Radford wheeling away after he scored.

[Guppyspotter]

Bene n nHot at the miners is a given

Park vVew chippy is on the reserve list, I would prefer to eat out somewhere top end on Sat evening and Friday night is already sorted. Pie and peas at lunch takes us into Sunday.

[helmclaret]

Stay at Crow Wood. You’ve got all the leisure facilities and eating options there.

[Garnerssoap]

https://www.special-spices.co.uk/

Desi pub/bar recommendation near the m5/6 . You can even watch a match if there’s one on. Beats the services.
Shame about the white swan it’s top notch - Freemasons or 3 fishes used to be good but not been for a year or so.
I’m at the Italian - palazzo I think before the match. Not been for 10 years but it was alright then.

[burnley007]

I'm told the Oaks is 10x worse as well. Shame but being someone that works away regularly, I've found the older hotels that were once wedding venues and popular, all seem to be the same and falling yo bits as I imagine the running costs are too high.

I usually stay at The Oaks when I come down now. I don't mind it, for the price, (it's not expensive)

The Premier Inn near the ground is best, but the prices are so varied, it can cost £30 or £250 depending on how booked it is.

Park View Chippy is essential. (If it's open)