Kermit the Frog Posted December 21, 2015 Share Posted December 21, 2015 Hi guys, how are people getting to the Boxing Day game from outside of Bristol? I know that no trains and buses are running outside of the city and can't find an alternative way in. Lots travel up from Weston on match day so does anyone have any suggestions or ideas? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redsquirrel Posted December 21, 2015 Share Posted December 21, 2015 hang a scarf over your wrist and thumb it up the 370.never failed from nailsea Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pongo88 Posted December 21, 2015 Share Posted December 21, 2015 The W S M donkeys will be the most reliable form of public transport on Boxing Day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kermit the Frog Posted December 21, 2015 Author Share Posted December 21, 2015 Both the donkeys and hitchhiking don't guarantee return travel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turbored Posted December 21, 2015 Share Posted December 21, 2015 Don't know yet but I do know i will probably be over the limit to drive. May give my tickets to my wife's sisters husband for him and his lad as a crimbo gift. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kermit the Frog Posted December 21, 2015 Author Share Posted December 21, 2015 I may have to get ruined and listen on the radio. Would rather go to the game though! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turbored Posted December 21, 2015 Share Posted December 21, 2015 Someone mentioned on another thread about a bus company used to run a coach from the forest to the games if they still did that would be the answer (for me anyway) . It would be good for all matches as well as I am fed up of driving round looking for a parking spot or getting there about midday for a three o clock KO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lanterne Rouge Posted December 21, 2015 Share Posted December 21, 2015 47 minutes ago, Kermit the Frog said: I may have to get ruined and listen on the radio. Would rather go to the game though! Can`t you get 4/5 of you together and book a cab there and back? Wouldn`t be horrendous split a few ways would it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Admin Phantom Posted December 21, 2015 Admin Share Posted December 21, 2015 2 hours ago, Kermit the Frog said: Hi guys, how are people getting to the Boxing Day game from outside of Bristol? I know that no trains and buses are running outside of the city and can't find an alternative way in. Lots travel up from Weston on match day so does anyone have any suggestions or ideas? If I hear of anyone with space I'll let you know Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BS4 on Tour... Posted December 21, 2015 Share Posted December 21, 2015 2 hours ago, pongo88 said: The W S M donkeys will be the most reliable form of public transport on Boxing Day. Reminds me of that joke which always made me chuckle: 'What does a Weston donkey get for lunch? About half an hour...' Dunno why I ever found it amusing!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redmycolour Posted December 21, 2015 Share Posted December 21, 2015 3 hours ago, Kermit the Frog said: Hi guys, how are people getting to the Boxing Day game from outside of Bristol? I know that no trains and buses are running outside of the city and can't find an alternative way in. Lots travel up from Weston on match day so does anyone have any suggestions or ideas? I've got room in my car for 3 people.£10 each return.pick up in train stn car park Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
archie andrews Posted December 21, 2015 Share Posted December 21, 2015 1 minute ago, redmycolour said: I've got room in my car for 3 people.£10 each return.pick up in train stn car park bit steep that me ol chiner Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redmycolour Posted December 21, 2015 Share Posted December 21, 2015 3 minutes ago, archie andrews said: bit steep that me ol chiner Try a taxi on boxing day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TV Tom Posted December 21, 2015 Share Posted December 21, 2015 11 minutes ago, redmycolour said: I've got room in my car for 3 people.£10 each return.pick up in train stn car park Greedy git Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
archie andrews Posted December 21, 2015 Share Posted December 21, 2015 9 minutes ago, redmycolour said: Try a taxi on boxing day. you obviously got no mates Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redysteadygo1 Posted December 21, 2015 Share Posted December 21, 2015 17 minutes ago, redmycolour said: I've got room in my car for 3 people.£10 each return.pick up in train stn car park Round trip say 50 miles. Average car probably get 7 miles per litre at a quid a litre. £7.00. plus £5.00. parking. As others have said a bit steep even taking into account wear and tear on the car which would be doing the journey anyway! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lanterne Rouge Posted December 21, 2015 Share Posted December 21, 2015 Four of us from Taunton, share the driving and just chip in three quid each to cover the petrol(another quid each if we have to pay to park). Works for us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kermit the Frog Posted December 21, 2015 Author Share Posted December 21, 2015 There's me and my missus, 10 quid each?would rather sell the tickets for a tenner each thanks anyway Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
archie andrews Posted December 21, 2015 Share Posted December 21, 2015 6 minutes ago, redysteadygo said: Round trip say 50 miles. Average car probably get 7 miles per litre at a quid a litre. £7.00. plus £5.00. parking. As others have said a bit steep even taking into account wear and tear on the car which would be doing the journey anyway! balls to paying 5 pound parking........im getting a taxi!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redmycolour Posted December 21, 2015 Share Posted December 21, 2015 2 minutes ago, Kermit the Frog said: There's me and my missus, 10 quid each?would rather sell the tickets for a tenner each thanks anyway I'm come from. Portishead to pick u up Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kermit the Frog Posted December 21, 2015 Author Share Posted December 21, 2015 1 hour ago, phantom said: If I hear of anyone with space I'll let you know Thanks phantom, was wondering if you guys would have a minibus on or something? Surprised city haven't put the CATS on like they would have done if it was an away fixture Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kermit the Frog Posted December 21, 2015 Author Share Posted December 21, 2015 1 minute ago, redmycolour said: I'm come from. Portishead to pick u up Makes sense. Dunno if I can afford it though so will see what else comes along and may get back to you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redmycolour Posted December 21, 2015 Share Posted December 21, 2015 31 minutes ago, Kermit the Frog said: Makes sense. Dunno if I can afford it though so will see what else comes along and may get back to you. As the saying going goes.1st come first served.I thought it was cheap.Portishead - Weston-Bristol.-Bristol -Weston- back to Portishead Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Admin Maesknoll Red Posted December 21, 2015 Admin Share Posted December 21, 2015 Sounds illegal to me, plying for trade as an unlicensed Hackney carriage........... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Southstandoriginal Posted December 21, 2015 Share Posted December 21, 2015 14 minutes ago, Maesknoll Red said: Sounds illegal to me, plying for trade as an unlicensed Hackney carriage........... I think it's ok as long as it's for petrol money only ie shared expenses. Trying to make a profit would I'm sure invalidate social, domestic and pleasure insurance. Might be worth checking with someone who actually knows! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Admin Maesknoll Red Posted December 21, 2015 Admin Share Posted December 21, 2015 Lift sharing/ contributing to fuel costs is OK, setting a charge way over that would as you say, most likely invalidate any insurances up ( nearly every policy excludes 'for hire or reward') and also breach the laws regarding Hackney/private hire licensing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redmycolour Posted December 22, 2015 Share Posted December 22, 2015 12 hours ago, Maesknoll Red said: Sounds illegal to me, plying for trade as an unlicensed Hackney carriage........... Nothing illegal here mate just helping a fellow supporter getting to the game.but never mind I'll won't bother. just go straight to the game with my son. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Strawberry2157. Posted December 22, 2015 Share Posted December 22, 2015 Try the BlaBlacar app ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chivs Posted December 22, 2015 Share Posted December 22, 2015 4 hours ago, redmycolour said: Nothing illegal here mate just helping a fellow supporter getting to the game.but never mind I'll won't bother. just go straight to the game with my son. "helping a fellow supporter" sounds like "Would you like a lift with me? I'm going anyway." What you said was Quote £10 each return There's a difference. A big difference. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aizoon Posted December 22, 2015 Share Posted December 22, 2015 21 hours ago, pongo88 said: The W S M donkeys will be the most reliable form of public transport on Boxing Day. No. They'll be playing at Wimbledon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richwwtk Posted December 22, 2015 Share Posted December 22, 2015 Leave the missus behind, let me have the ticket and I'll drive you and maybe even buy you a pint into the bargain Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CiderCraig Posted December 22, 2015 Share Posted December 22, 2015 18 hours ago, redmycolour said: Try a taxi on boxing day. Yep, but you're not a taxi. Why profiteer from fellow supporters? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Admin Phantom Posted December 22, 2015 Admin Share Posted December 22, 2015 18 hours ago, Kermit the Frog said: Thanks phantom, was wondering if you guys would have a minibus on or something? Surprised city haven't put the CATS on like they would have done if it was an away fixture We looked into it a few years back, we'd have to hire from Xmas eve to the 27th the cost was too much I will pass this on to people I know that drive up. Hate to say this is why I actually prefer an away game it's less hassle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bar BS3 Posted December 22, 2015 Share Posted December 22, 2015 19 hours ago, redmycolour said: Try a taxi on boxing day. Your insurance will be invalid if you accept more than the running costs of your journey to drive people around. You aren't a taxi, I assume. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kermit the Frog Posted December 22, 2015 Author Share Posted December 22, 2015 Haha I don't think the other half would appreciate me going to the game without her unless something awesome happens I doubt We will be able to make this game. Ridiculous really considering it's only 15 miles down the a370 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gunner Jones Posted December 22, 2015 Share Posted December 22, 2015 I'm driving up from weston boxing day,how many of you are there ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Admin Phantom Posted December 23, 2015 Admin Share Posted December 23, 2015 13 hours ago, Gunner Jones said: I'm driving up from weston boxing day,how many of you are there ? Thanks for the reply Jonah, already resolved last night PM sent with details Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Redrobbin Posted December 23, 2015 Share Posted December 23, 2015 Can't believe people are bringing up the legal implications of giving someone you don't know a return trip from Weston to Bristol for a £10.00. If you don't like the price then all you say is thanks but no thanks. I bet he wished he never offered. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richwwtk Posted December 23, 2015 Share Posted December 23, 2015 2 hours ago, Redrobbin said: Can't believe people are bringing up the legal implications of giving someone you don't know a return trip from Weston to Bristol for a £10.00. If you don't like the price then all you say is thanks but no thanks. I bet he wished he never offered. I think it's more the fact that he was blatantly trying rip off fellow City Fans. If he'd just asked for something towards the petrol he'd have got praise instead. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redminster Posted December 23, 2015 Share Posted December 23, 2015 Sorry to hijack this thread but does anyone know if the Abus service is running on Boxing Day? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redmycolour Posted December 23, 2015 Share Posted December 23, 2015 2 hours ago, Redrobbin said: Can't believe people are bringing up the legal implications of giving someone you don't know a return trip from Weston to Bristol for a £10.00. If you don't like the price then all you say is thanks but no thanks. I bet he wished he never offered. THANK YOU.tried to help but gets put down for it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
exAtyeoMax Posted December 23, 2015 Share Posted December 23, 2015 On 12/21/2015 at 17:01, pongo88 said: The W S M donkeys will be the most reliable form of public transport on Boxing Day. Does the Silver/Golden Bullet still run? Might take a while… Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Admin Phantom Posted December 23, 2015 Admin Share Posted December 23, 2015 39 minutes ago, Redminster said: Sorry to hijack this thread but does anyone know if the Abus service is running on Boxing Day? Yes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Redrobbin Posted December 23, 2015 Share Posted December 23, 2015 1 hour ago, richwwtk said: I think it's more the fact that he was blatantly trying rip off fellow City Fans. If he'd just asked for something towards the petrol he'd have got praise instead. Hardly a shocking amount really. How much would it be on the bus or train for a return ticket if they were running. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richwwtk Posted December 23, 2015 Share Posted December 23, 2015 21 minutes ago, Redrobbin said: Hardly a shocking amount really. How much would it be on the bus or train for a return ticket if they were running. Bus and train are between £5 and £7 return I believe and whilst £10 isn't a shocking amount, it's still a damn sight more than it was costing him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Redrobbin Posted December 23, 2015 Share Posted December 23, 2015 1 hour ago, richwwtk said: Bus and train are between £5 and £7 return I believe and whilst £10 isn't a shocking amount, it's still a damn sight more than it was costing him. True. But when you have no means of getting to the match to see the team you love On the day after Christmas and be able to have a couple of beers if that's your bag. without the worry of driving home. Relativly small price to pay I reckon. £5 each way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richwwtk Posted December 23, 2015 Share Posted December 23, 2015 11 minutes ago, Redrobbin said: True. But when you have no means of getting to the match to see the team you love On the day after Christmas and be able to have a couple of beers if that's your bag. without the worry of driving home. Relativly small price to pay I reckon. £5 each way. It's not the cost I find offensive. If I was driving from Weston to the game and had room in the car then I would just offer to take them without asking anything. Looking to make a profit out of the situation wouldn't even enter my head. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Redrobbin Posted December 23, 2015 Share Posted December 23, 2015 29 minutes ago, richwwtk said: It's not the cost I find offensive. If I was driving from Weston to the game and had room in the car then I would just offer to take them without asking anything. Looking to make a profit out of the situation wouldn't even enter my head. Ok, i agree with you in that regard. I would myself not think about monetary gain if I were in that situation. But it seems you and I are a dying breed. If someone offered me a lift for an approximate 40 mile round trip for £10 I would think that quite reasonable given the alternative (a taxi). I may well PM you for a lift the next away game. A pint and a packet of Werthingtons Original ok as payment? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richwwtk Posted December 23, 2015 Share Posted December 23, 2015 2 hours ago, Redrobbin said: Ok, i agree with you in that regard. I would myself not think about monetary gain if I were in that situation. But it seems you and I are a dying breed. If someone offered me a lift for an approximate 40 mile round trip for £10 I would think that quite reasonable given the alternative (a taxi). I may well PM you for a lift the next away game. A pint and a packet of Werthingtons Original ok as payment? If I'm heading that way anyway I'll be more than happy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kermit the Frog Posted December 24, 2015 Author Share Posted December 24, 2015 Hate to have caused divided opinion in OTIB fashion, I can see both sides of the coin but wasn't willing to pay 20 quid to see a game of football when I already paid for my bus season ticket and football season ticket! Thanks for the suggestions guys but looks like Phantom has sorted it. Thanks again everyone Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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