bristolcitysweden Posted November 3, 2016 Report Share Posted November 3, 2016 A dead certain then; Forest Rovers Bristol Green FC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrahamC Posted November 3, 2016 Report Share Posted November 3, 2016 1 hour ago, RedM said: I think it looks really smart if a bit small, but I guess it suits their needs. Maybe they have kept the capacity low deliberately, makes it intimate...and they don't want the Squatters sniffing around do they hoping for a groundshare. Good luck to them, let the race to build begin! Bit small? They barely took that number to Wembley. No need to plan for anything bigger, they have virtually no support. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedM Posted November 3, 2016 Report Share Posted November 3, 2016 11 minutes ago, GrahamC said: Bit small? They barely took that number to Wembley. No need to plan for anything bigger, they have virtually no support. But if they do realise their dream and get promoted, who knows? Also might need a bit more room for some away fans. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
downendcity Posted November 3, 2016 Report Share Posted November 3, 2016 Forest Green better hope it's not Village Green, if they want to get this built Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leveller Posted November 3, 2016 Report Share Posted November 3, 2016 16 minutes ago, RedM said: But if they do realise their dream and get promoted, who knows? Also might need a bit more room for some away fans. The report says there is scope for a second phase to increase capacity from 5000 to 10000. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GodEmperor Palpatine Posted November 3, 2016 Report Share Posted November 3, 2016 I assume they will be changing their name as Forest Green will have no relevance where they are moving to. Interesting if it all goes through Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedM Posted November 3, 2016 Report Share Posted November 3, 2016 3 minutes ago, Leveller said: The report says there is scope for a second phase to increase capacity from 5000 to 10000. That would make it sustainable then, and that's what's he's all about isn't it. Expand rather than start all over. Im not even sure where Forest Green is exactly, although it's fairly local I don't know that part of the world at all. Would it be a good venue for other events, concerts etc. What else is local, not much I doubt? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GodEmperor Palpatine Posted November 3, 2016 Report Share Posted November 3, 2016 2 minutes ago, RedM said: That would make it sustainable then, and that's what's he's all about isn't it. Expand rather than start all over. Im not even sure where Forest Green is exactly, although it's fairly local I don't know that part of the world at all. Would it be a good venue for other events, concerts etc. What else is local, not much I doubt? Forest Green is a hamlet at the top of Nailsworth, on the the way to Nympsfield. The new stadium would be adjacent to J13, would say its about 7 miles away from where they are now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrahamC Posted November 3, 2016 Report Share Posted November 3, 2016 22 minutes ago, RedM said: But if they do realise their dream and get promoted, who knows? Also might need a bit more room for some away fans. I think they actually only took 4000 to Wembley. If people could not even be arsed to support them when they were potentially just one game away from the football league, where is there logic that they would suddenly start to go to see the likes of Hartlepool or Accrington in January? Fleetwood apparently brought 41 fans to R*vers midweek, quite a few sides in L2 are equally poorly supported. If Argyle and Pompey go up (highly likely) there aren't many large clubs in that division. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stawey Posted November 3, 2016 Report Share Posted November 3, 2016 quite an original idea others might follow. perhaps we could have a yeo brothers tent stadium with thousands of white chairs sprayed blue Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CyderInACan Posted November 3, 2016 Report Share Posted November 3, 2016 4 hours ago, Mike Hunt-Hertz said: Is this the one at Javelin Park? A massive missed opportunity with the vegan nonsense to have had this sponsored by Spam. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spudski Posted November 3, 2016 Report Share Posted November 3, 2016 http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-3902254/Forest-Green-set-WOODEN-stadium-non-League-club-choose-Olympic-World-Cup-architects-build-new-eco-friendly-ground.html?ITO=1490 Can easily see FGR's getting 4000 at the newly proposed Stadium if they go up. Where the stadium is right now, is a complete ball ache for parking. I'm sure everyone would like the Stadium to stay in Nailsworth, but there is no sustainable option locally. As for how many went to Wembley...it wasn't anything to do with 'can't be arsed'...it was price and date of game that influenced many, who already had other plans arranged. You only have to read their forum to get an understanding of why...and to hear it from people at the ground. Where the new stadium is planned, next to Jnctn 13, is great for access and proposed new roads. Plus it will have a slightly bigger catchment area. On a footballing front...I can see them being the next Fleetwood or MK Dons. They'll overtake the Gas and Swindon eventually in the league structure imo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Hunt-Hertz Posted November 3, 2016 Report Share Posted November 3, 2016 20 minutes ago, Dark Wood Covert said: I assume they will be changing their name as Forest Green will have no relevance where they are moving to. Interesting if it all goes through Standish and Hardwicke Wanderers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Septic Peg Posted November 3, 2016 Report Share Posted November 3, 2016 Not taking the piss but where's the solar panels and wind turbines? Thought Dale would be all over that... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cornacix the Druid Posted November 3, 2016 Report Share Posted November 3, 2016 Wooden stands? Wooden Pitch? Wooden nets? Wooden floors? Wooden work! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GodEmperor Palpatine Posted November 3, 2016 Report Share Posted November 3, 2016 3 minutes ago, Mike Hunt-Hertz said: Standish and Hardwicke Wanderers. Good shout Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Hunt-Hertz Posted November 3, 2016 Report Share Posted November 3, 2016 3 minutes ago, spudski said: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-3902254/Forest-Green-set-WOODEN-stadium-non-League-club-choose-Olympic-World-Cup-architects-build-new-eco-friendly-ground.html?ITO=1490 Can easily see FGR's getting 4000 at the newly proposed Stadium if they go up. Where the stadium is right now, is a complete ball ache for parking. I'm sure everyone would like the Stadium to stay in Nailsworth, but there is no sustainable option locally. As for how many went to Wembley...it wasn't anything to do with 'can't be arsed'...it was price and date of game that influenced many, who already had other plans arranged. You only have to read their forum to get an understanding of why...and to hear it from people at the ground. Where the new stadium is planned, next to Jnctn 13, is great for access and proposed new roads. Plus it will have a slightly bigger catchment area. On a footballing front...I can see them being the next Fleetwood or MK Dons. They'll overtake the Gas and Swindon eventually in the league structure imo. More J12 I thought? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spudski Posted November 3, 2016 Report Share Posted November 3, 2016 7 minutes ago, Mike Hunt-Hertz said: More J12 I thought? No it's right beside junction 13 fella... https://www.forestgreenroversfc.com/news/first-team-news/2016/winning-stadium-design-announced Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Hunt-Hertz Posted November 3, 2016 Report Share Posted November 3, 2016 8 minutes ago, spudski said: No it's right beside junction 13 fella... https://www.forestgreenroversfc.com/news/first-team-news/2016/winning-stadium-design-announced Must have moved the proposed site...I was sure the other one was nearer Hardwicke. That is Eastington? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Judda Posted November 3, 2016 Report Share Posted November 3, 2016 Go FGR! Since my brother went to see them promoted the conference we have always kept an eye out for their results. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
forbespm Posted November 3, 2016 Report Share Posted November 3, 2016 No,junction 13.it's by the little chef area.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
forbespm Posted November 3, 2016 Report Share Posted November 3, 2016 It was javelin park next to blooms but they moved it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Septic Peg Posted November 3, 2016 Report Share Posted November 3, 2016 Brings a whole new meaning to the term 'hit the woodwork'... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChippenhamRed Posted November 3, 2016 Report Share Posted November 3, 2016 7 hours ago, phantom said: IF they get their planning permission that is Amazing how many grounds one team can own in such a short space of time ! Mind you this one looks a bit odd - but knowing about their Chairman, many we shouldn't be surpised? Don't understand - the third pic is clearly a different design to first pic? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pickle Rick Posted November 4, 2016 Report Share Posted November 4, 2016 16 hours ago, boatman said: Made of wood? Hope Dale saw what happened at Bradford? 16 hours ago, archie andrews said: and eastville an twerton And bonfire night. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Hunt-Hertz Posted November 4, 2016 Report Share Posted November 4, 2016 12 hours ago, forbespm said: It was javelin park next to blooms but they moved it Ah, right. Bit out of the loop! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Hunt-Hertz Posted November 4, 2016 Report Share Posted November 4, 2016 12 hours ago, forbespm said: No,junction 13.it's by the little chef area.. J13...remember it well..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Admin phantom Posted November 4, 2016 Admin Report Share Posted November 4, 2016 15 hours ago, spudski said: Can easily see FGR's getting 4000 at the newly proposed Stadium if they go up. Where the stadium is right now, is a complete ball ache for parking. I'm sure everyone would like the Stadium to stay in Nailsworth, but there is no sustainable option locally. As for how many went to Wembley...it wasn't anything to do with 'can't be arsed'...it was price and date of game that influenced many, who already had other plans arranged. They'll overtake the Gas and Swindon eventually in the league structure imo. Not being argumentative, but where do you think these extra people are going to come from? If they can't get people to support them at Wembley, they have a massive uphill task trying to get them to invest over a longer period of time. Like ANY final at Wembley there isn't too much notice, but their supporters would have known when the final was - can't believe so many just happened to not be able to attend? Can't believe for a second that they will overtake Rovers or Swindon - though on a personal note would be amusing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BCFC_Dan Posted November 4, 2016 Report Share Posted November 4, 2016 1 hour ago, phantom said: Not being argumentative, but where do you think these extra people are going to come from? If they can't get people to support them at Wembley, they have a massive uphill task trying to get them to invest over a longer period of time. Like ANY final at Wembley there isn't too much notice, but their supporters would have known when the final was - can't believe so many just happened to not be able to attend? Can't believe for a second that they will overtake Rovers or Swindon - though on a personal note would be amusing There could be a market for them amongst the middle class types that wouldn't normally go to a football match (and upset many traditional fans when they do). With so few existing supporters to alienate they could focus on creating a totally sanitised family-friendly atmosphere that would attract a whole new set of people. I've no idea whether such a plan would actually work or not but it's probably worth their while trying something different. They won't be able to grow via the traditional routes if they just plonk a stadium in the middle of some fields, and they can't grow much where they are, so their options are either trying something a bit different or going back to being a tiny club at the bottom end of the Conference. Personally I'm torn over it. The traditionalist in me is saddened by the idea of the club moving from Forest Green, but the realist in me knows that the world doesn't stand still and everything good was new at some point. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spudski Posted November 4, 2016 Report Share Posted November 4, 2016 @phantom I think @BCFC_Dan has a very good point....and is something along the lines I'm thinking. If you go to FGR's, you will see your 'average' football fan...but you also see a lot of people, that you were more likely to see at the cricket or rugby if you get my drift. It does feel slightly different there...I do believe because of the way the club runs, and the 'alternative' feeling you have there, that it will attract a whole new element of fan base to what is traditional. The work they do with local kids is amazing...and you see many families coming along, that have obviously come along because of their children. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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