1960maaan Posted June 8, 2023 Report Share Posted June 8, 2023 and it's all legal and above board. I think this is a nice idea, thinking back to the Terry Cooper days and the "Open Days" around then, we loved it. No restrictions , wander around the ground and best of all be on the pitch. I remember a very relaxed atmosphere, photos with players and just wandering around, a mate even brought a ball and we had a lick about in the open end goal. I know this is very different to that, different times, but I imagine it would mean even more as you are not allowed on the pitch any more. And it's for charity, really is a nice idea. ******************************************************************** PICNIC ON THE PITCH RETURNS TO CRAVEN COTTAGE! Supporters are invited to Craven Cottage on Sunday 4th June for an afternoon of fun between 11.30am-3pm. Fans of all ages can bring their picnic baskets and blankets, and settle in on the historic Craven Cottage turf, with plenty of games & activities planned to entertain all the family! What's more, there will be live music to enjoy and light refreshments available to purchase throughout the afternoon. Picnic On The Pitch is an all ticket event, priced at £2 with all funds from sales donated to Fulham FC Foundation, who celebrate their 20th Anniversary this season 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter O Hanraha-hanrahan Posted June 8, 2023 Report Share Posted June 8, 2023 This is the most Fulham thing ever 4 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Open End Numb Legs Posted June 8, 2023 Report Share Posted June 8, 2023 Could build sand castles at AG at the moment, probably the case at many grounds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Northern Red Posted June 8, 2023 Report Share Posted June 8, 2023 City did do pitchside dining a while ago, think it might have been during Covid when indoor opening wasn't allowed? 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Brent Posted June 8, 2023 Report Share Posted June 8, 2023 Great club. Wish more clubs could do this sort of thing for their fans. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bas's perfect hattrick Posted June 8, 2023 Report Share Posted June 8, 2023 I think a few years ago, it was possible to rent Ashton gate and the pitch for your own matches. Not sure if that's happening any more? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir Geoff Posted June 8, 2023 Report Share Posted June 8, 2023 3 minutes ago, David Brent said: Great club. Wish more clubs could do this sort of thing for their fans. With their £1000 season tickets and £100 match tickets. Real community spirit there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
View from the Dolman Posted June 8, 2023 Report Share Posted June 8, 2023 2 minutes ago, Bas's perfect hattrick said: I think a few years ago, it was possible to rent Ashton gate and the pitch for your own matches. Not sure if that's happening any more? Yep - it happened a few weeks back. https://www.bristol-sport.co.uk/news/play-on-the-pitch-at-ashton-gate-stadium/ 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
City oz Posted June 8, 2023 Report Share Posted June 8, 2023 4,995 QUID. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedM Posted June 8, 2023 Report Share Posted June 8, 2023 2 hours ago, Northern Red said: City did do pitchside dining a while ago, think it might have been during Covid when indoor opening wasn't allowed? Think they did it before the Balloon Fiesta Nightglows last year, or maybe the year before. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedM Posted June 8, 2023 Report Share Posted June 8, 2023 35 minutes ago, City oz said: 4,995 QUID. It's really for all the corporate sponsors, not Joe Public as such. The schools usually have a few days use of the pitch too, not sure if they did this year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chinapig Posted June 8, 2023 Report Share Posted June 8, 2023 Did they supply the wasps that are an essential part of any picnic? 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Brent Posted June 8, 2023 Report Share Posted June 8, 2023 1 hour ago, Sir Geoff said: With their £1000 season tickets and £100 match tickets. Real community spirit there. I’m sure their fans could buy the cheaper tickets available. I think many City fans would appreciate a picnic on the Ashton Gate pitch on a lovely summer’s day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bas's perfect hattrick Posted June 8, 2023 Report Share Posted June 8, 2023 1 hour ago, City oz said: 4,995 QUID. I suppose it's aimed at companies with budget for team events Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eardun Posted June 8, 2023 Report Share Posted June 8, 2023 9 hours ago, City oz said: 4,995 QUID. It could be worse - it could be £5k! 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bar BS3 Posted June 8, 2023 Report Share Posted June 8, 2023 10 hours ago, David Brent said: I’m sure their fans could buy the cheaper tickets available. I think many City fans would appreciate a picnic on the Ashton Gate pitch on a lovely summer’s day. I can honestly say that I've never once looked down upon the Ashton Gate turf & thought "I wish I could go & have a picnic on that".! 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sglosbcfc Posted June 8, 2023 Report Share Posted June 8, 2023 12 hours ago, chinapig said: Did they supply the wasps that are an essential part of any picnic? yes, £9.99 per wasp or 10 for £95 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
W-S-M Seagull Posted June 9, 2023 Report Share Posted June 9, 2023 Their fans do love a victoria sandwich. The only fanbase to come to Ashton Gate and sit down. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TedsHeadIs Red Posted June 9, 2023 Report Share Posted June 9, 2023 7 hours ago, Bar BS3 said: I can honestly say that I've never once looked down upon the Ashton Gate turf & thought "I wish I could go & have a picnic on that".! Some people do things just because they can do them. If City offered the pitch for people to come and do their ironing then someone would pay to do it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheReds Posted June 9, 2023 Report Share Posted June 9, 2023 26 minutes ago, TedsHeadIs Red said: If City offered the pitch for people to come and do their ironing then someone would pay to do it. Let me know when that is happening as I'll drop mine off. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A Horse With No Name Posted June 9, 2023 Report Share Posted June 9, 2023 3 hours ago, TheReds said: Let me know when that is happening as I'll drop mine off. It'll give the ladies team something to do after training..............................I'm joking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Brent Posted June 9, 2023 Report Share Posted June 9, 2023 12 hours ago, Bar BS3 said: I can honestly say that I've never once looked down upon the Ashton Gate turf & thought "I wish I could go & have a picnic on that".! I didn’t say all City fans but thanks anyway Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Admin phantom Posted June 9, 2023 Admin Report Share Posted June 9, 2023 This takes it to another level https://vm.tiktok.com/ZGJQj5YMu/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bernard Lerring Posted June 9, 2023 Report Share Posted June 9, 2023 On 08/06/2023 at 10:50, View from the Dolman said: Yep - it happened a few weeks back. https://www.bristol-sport.co.uk/news/play-on-the-pitch-at-ashton-gate-stadium/ Nearly 5k?!?! A (Forest supporting) mate did the same thing at the City Ground a couple of years back and it was definitely under 100 quid per player. Seemed pretty reasonable at that price and something I could imagine a fair few fans would be up for I could definitely picture myself, in front of the south stand, shanking one over the bar from 4 yards out Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red-Robbo Posted June 9, 2023 Report Share Posted June 9, 2023 31 minutes ago, Bernard Lerring said: I could definitely picture myself, in front of the south stand, shanking one over the bar from 4 yards out Don't worry, Harry, the chances will come next season, like they did at Luton... 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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