myol'man Posted October 16, 2018 Report Share Posted October 16, 2018 (edited) 1 hour ago, Quedgeley Exile said: York City are moving into new stadium next season. 8000 cap sharing with York rugby league team. Will they call it the New Rotherham stadium? Edited October 16, 2018 by myol'man 1 1 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bar BS3 Posted October 16, 2018 Report Share Posted October 16, 2018 2 hours ago, Quedgeley Exile said: York City are moving into new stadium next season. 8000 cap sharing with York rugby league team. Would still be too big for most Rovers games, even if they could afford to build it..! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bristol Rob Posted October 16, 2018 Report Share Posted October 16, 2018 1 hour ago, Vincent Vega said: Is that Andy Tillson..? The following is taken from Wiki, would appear he cost far less than a Tilson, but possibly had greater mobility. The original robotic Dusty Bin, and his Yorkshire Terrier, Dog Garbage, was put together by Ian Rowley, in his converted chapel workshop in Rodley, Leeds. He used over 73 microprocessors, which was cutting edge 1980s remote control robotic technology in that day, at a cost around £10,000 to manufacture – which was a small fortune in those days – to control Dusty and Garbage, and in 151 shows, some of Dusty's & Garbage's antics included dressing up as a caveman and dinosaur, bullfighting as a matador and bull, dressing up as a baby, driving into the studio in a Ford Model T, juggling balls like a clown, playing the piano like Elton John, flying round the studio with a James Bondjetpack, escaping from chains like Harry Houdini, riding a bike, spraying Ted Rogers with paint and even driving a tank into the studio, to bomb the audience with confetti. 1 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BS4 on Tour... Posted October 16, 2018 Report Share Posted October 16, 2018 1 hour ago, Vincent Vega said: Is that Andy Tillson..? Which one?! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taz Posted October 16, 2018 Report Share Posted October 16, 2018 This just popped up on my facebook, I know they're based in East Anglia, but I'm sure they'll travel a bit farther afield? Would be an improvement, but also keeps with the current feel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swede Posted October 16, 2018 Report Share Posted October 16, 2018 2 hours ago, Vincent Vega said: Is that Andy Tillson..? I thought it was Wally with his new manager 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BS4 on Tour... Posted October 16, 2018 Report Share Posted October 16, 2018 5 hours ago, Miah Dennehy said: I have stated my terms for revealing all Miah, this is a genuine post, not a dig or anything like that....I used to be welcome on your mob’s forum, when I joined I made it obvious why I was there...my dear old Dad was a Rovers fan, he used to play for you, never made the first team though....and my Grandad used to drive your supporters’ coaches around the country, and this was before there was an established motorway network....he drove your fans to that FA Cup tie at Newcastle in the 1950s and he told me it took about two days just to get there! And his dad, my Great Grandad was also a dyed in the wool Blue....so, I made all this apparent when I was on your forum and made it clear I was interested in a bit of debate and banter on the state of football in Bristol....it was all cool at first, I got involved in some balanced and reasonable debates, then some Neanderthal posted, “Can’t we just ban this shithead?” - and that was it...I was banned and blocked....I was never abusive, I never used inappropriate language, I never crossed the line....yet I was banned...along with all the other reds who were on there...what is your opinion on that? You are welcomed on here, yet your small minded fans will never give us the same courtesy....pathetic springs to mind... 13 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bcfc01 Posted October 16, 2018 Report Share Posted October 16, 2018 10 minutes ago, BS4 on Tour... said: Miah, this is a genuine post, not a dig or anything like that....I used to be welcome on your mob’s forum, when I joined I made it obvious why I was there...my dear old Dad was a Rovers fan, he used to play for you, never made the first team though....and my Grandad used to drive your supporters’ coaches around the country, and this was before there was an established motorway network....he drove your fans to that FA Cup tie at Newcastle in the 1950s and he told me it took about two days just to get there! And his dad, my Great Grandad was also a dyed in the wool Blue....so, I made all this apparent when I was on your forum and made it clear I was interested in a bit of debate and banter on the state of football in Bristol....it was all cool at first, I got involved in some balanced and reasonable debates, then some Neanderthal posted, “Can’t we just ban this shithead?” - and that was it...I was banned and blocked....I was never abusive, I never used inappropriate language, I never crossed the line....yet I was banned...along with all the other reds who were on there...what is your opinion on that? You are welcomed on here, yet your small minded fans will never give us the same courtesy....pathetic springs to mind... Bottom line is that it isn't a forum. Its an insular, backslapping, little members club with a minimal amount of regular posters who ensure anyone (red or blue) with views that they don't like get banned. As a result, just like the club they support, its dying. 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Hunt-Hertz Posted October 16, 2018 Report Share Posted October 16, 2018 3 hours ago, Vincent Vega said: Is that Andy Tillson..? Santa's Grotto on the right. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post reddoh Posted October 16, 2018 Popular Post Report Share Posted October 16, 2018 23 minutes ago, BS4 on Tour... said: Miah, this is a genuine post, not a dig or anything like that....I used to be welcome on your mob’s forum, when I joined I made it obvious why I was there...my dear old Dad was a Rovers fan, he used to play for you, never made the first team though....and my Grandad used to drive your supporters’ coaches around the country, and this was before there was an established motorway network....he drove your fans to that FA Cup tie at Newcastle in the 1950s and he told me it took about two days just to get there! And his dad, my Great Grandad was also a dyed in the wool Blue....so, I made all this apparent when I was on your forum and made it clear I was interested in a bit of debate and banter on the state of football in Bristol....it was all cool at first, I got involved in some balanced and reasonable debates, then some Neanderthal posted, “Can’t we just ban this shithead?” - and that was it...I was banned and blocked....I was never abusive, I never used inappropriate language, I never crossed the line....yet I was banned...along with all the other reds who were on there...what is your opinion on that? You are welcomed on here, yet your small minded fans will never give us the same courtesy....pathetic springs to mind... I think I have more bad news for you, you may be related to @Robbored. 3 19 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedLionLad Posted October 16, 2018 Report Share Posted October 16, 2018 13 minutes ago, reddoh said: I think I have more bad news for you, you may be related to @Robbored. It's ok.....Robbored won't hear this comment Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
East End Old Boy Posted October 16, 2018 Report Share Posted October 16, 2018 7 hours ago, Major Isewater said: Most players buy a pub when they quit pro football, this monkey signed for City. Might not have bought a pub, but he could always be found in one! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reddoh Posted October 16, 2018 Report Share Posted October 16, 2018 1 minute ago, RedLionLad said: It's ok.....Robbored won't hear this comment oh bugger I just put it on the official site (probably better than most of the shite they put up these days) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miah Dennehy Posted October 16, 2018 Report Share Posted October 16, 2018 52 minutes ago, BS4 on Tour... said: Miah, this is a genuine post, not a dig or anything like that....I used to be welcome on your mob’s forum, when I joined I made it obvious why I was there...my dear old Dad was a Rovers fan, he used to play for you, never made the first team though....and my Grandad used to drive your supporters’ coaches around the country, and this was before there was an established motorway network....he drove your fans to that FA Cup tie at Newcastle in the 1950s and he told me it took about two days just to get there! And his dad, my Great Grandad was also a dyed in the wool Blue....so, I made all this apparent when I was on your forum and made it clear I was interested in a bit of debate and banter on the state of football in Bristol....it was all cool at first, I got involved in some balanced and reasonable debates, then some Neanderthal posted, “Can’t we just ban this shithead?” - and that was it...I was banned and blocked....I was never abusive, I never used inappropriate language, I never crossed the line....yet I was banned...along with all the other reds who were on there...what is your opinion on that? You are welcomed on here, yet your small minded fans will never give us the same courtesy....pathetic springs to mind... I very rarely go on our main forum, I use the other one which is a lot quieter. we have had the occasional City fan on there and as far as I know they have never been banned (even though the last one was a bit of a belter). I don't think anyone should be banned on any public forum though, those who don't like someones views can always use the block option ( I have had to unfollow loads of my Facebook mates!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BS4 on Tour... Posted October 16, 2018 Report Share Posted October 16, 2018 31 minutes ago, reddoh said: I think I have more bad news for you, you may be related to @Robbored. Oh no I’m not! I’d be happy to do DNA tests on Jeremy Kyle to prove it! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Posted October 16, 2018 Report Share Posted October 16, 2018 I hear that a joint purchase by two rugby league clubs ( Gloucester and Oxford) is being lined up. They are amalgamating and have been given permission by the Rugby League, to be based in Bristol next year. The plan is to form a joint company called the Memorial sport company, with the existing owners of the Memorial Ground (Dwayne Holdings). If either of the parties goes into administration, the other party can purchase the other party's share holding for £10k. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bristol Rob Posted October 16, 2018 Report Share Posted October 16, 2018 5 minutes ago, Rich said: I hear that a joint purchase by two rugby league clubs ( Gloucester and Oxford) is being lined up. They are amalgamating and have been given permission by the Rugby League, to be based in Bristol next year. The plan is to form a joint company called the Memorial sport company, with the existing owners of the Memorial Ground (Dwayne Holdings). If either of the parties goes into administration, the other party can purchase the other party's share holding for £10k. So they could by Rovers for an overly inflated price, £9999 too much. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reddoh Posted October 16, 2018 Report Share Posted October 16, 2018 8 minutes ago, BS4 on Tour... said: Oh no I’m not! I’d be happy to do DNA tests on Jeremy Kyle to prove it! you would have to have Robbored on as well but don't worry he will drive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Posted October 16, 2018 Report Share Posted October 16, 2018 5 minutes ago, Bristol Rob said: So they could by Rovers for an overly inflated price, £9999 too much. No, they'd be able to acquire the remaining shares for £10k, effectively the rest of the ground. Rovers would have to pay, to play there. Sounds fair to me. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stephen Lewis Posted October 16, 2018 Report Share Posted October 16, 2018 49 minutes ago, BS4 on Tour... said: Oh no I’m not! I’d be happy to do DNA tests on Jeremy Kyle to prove it! Is Jeremy related to Robbored then or to you? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wendyredredrobin Posted October 16, 2018 Report Share Posted October 16, 2018 (edited) Heavens, the thought of playing rugby at the Mem. Whatever next? I can see it now, Oxford Tent Pegs v Gloucester Guy Ropes. All played under canvas of course. Edited October 16, 2018 by wendyredredrobin 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BS2 Red Posted October 17, 2018 Report Share Posted October 17, 2018 9 hours ago, Rich said: I hear that a joint purchase by two rugby league clubs ( Gloucester and Oxford) is being lined up. They are amalgamating and have been given permission by the Rugby League, to be based in Bristol next year. The plan is to form a joint company called the Memorial sport company, with the existing owners of the Memorial Ground (Dwayne Holdings). If either of the parties goes into administration, the other party can purchase the other party's share holding for £10k. It would be amazing if Rovers had their ground "stolen" by a rugby club. 2 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Natchfever Posted October 17, 2018 Report Share Posted October 17, 2018 8 minutes ago, BS2 Red said: It would be amazing if Rovers had their ground "stolen" by a rugby club. Wouldn't that be nice.. Unless Dwayne did something dodgy and wound up for no good reason, the rugby league is far more likely to fold as there is very little interest down here. Rental income for the gas - not that they would see any of it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Admin phantom Posted October 17, 2018 Admin Report Share Posted October 17, 2018 24 minutes ago, Loon plage said: .... the rugby league is far more likely to fold as there is very little interest down here. That isn't based on any fact though, just a personal opinion. Wait until it is up and running then we can judge, teams have managed to get to a decent standard from Canada and France in the English leagues, so not so sure it won't be a success in this area Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bristol Oil Services Posted October 17, 2018 Report Share Posted October 17, 2018 11 hours ago, BS4 on Tour... said: ....and my Grandad used to drive your supporters’ coaches around the country, and this was before there was an established motorway network....he drove your fans to that FA Cup tie at Newcastle in the 1950s and he told me it took about two days just to get there! We did, though, have trains then. I wonder if they had enough interest for a motor coach, about 40 to 50, but insufficient for chartering a locomotive? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slartibartfast Posted October 17, 2018 Report Share Posted October 17, 2018 1 hour ago, BS2 Red said: It would be amazing if Rovers had their ground "stolen" by a rugby club. Isn't it ironic ? Sags ground nicked by a franchise ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wendyredredrobin Posted October 17, 2018 Report Share Posted October 17, 2018 I thought that the Sags were a franchise of Dwayne Sports. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
myol'man Posted October 17, 2018 Report Share Posted October 17, 2018 1 hour ago, phantom said: That isn't based on any fact though, just a personal opinion. Wait until it is up and running then we can judge, teams have managed to get to a decent standard from Canada and France in the English leagues, so not so sure it won't be a success in this area stupid northern game! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WhistleHappy Posted October 17, 2018 Report Share Posted October 17, 2018 12 hours ago, BS4 on Tour... said: Oh no I’m not! I’d be happy to do DNA tests on Jeremy Kyle to prove it! 11 hours ago, reddoh said: you would have to have Robbored on as well but don't worry he will drive. 11 hours ago, PluckaDuck said: Is Jeremy related to Robbored then or to you? This could get messy and lead to expensive and protracted legal argument if we are not careful here... From Jeremy Kyle to Who Do You Think You Are, the debates can fill our TV screens for months ultimately leading to court appearances on Judge Rimmer, or potential appeals heard by Judge Rudie. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Natchfever Posted October 17, 2018 Report Share Posted October 17, 2018 2 hours ago, phantom said: That isn't based on any fact though, just a personal opinion. Wait until it is up and running then we can judge, teams have managed to get to a decent standard from Canada and France in the English leagues, so not so sure it won't be a success in this area Not based on fact insofar as professional rugby league in Bristol is concerned, but is based upon what a lemon in terms of public interest it is in non league strongholds like south wales and London where pro teams have been set up . London is full of northern ex pats and Broncos only play at Ealings ground because of low crowds. Average gate in the Super league is 8,500 and thats primarily in towns where it is a religion and people were brought up on it. Can't see too many locals taking an interest particularly during the union season, and in particular I wonder how many Bristol rugby fans would entertain lining the pockets of the organisation that shafted them, but as you say , just a personal view. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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