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Post by A Source (aka Angry Badger) on Nov 24, 2021 17:05:57 GMT
Having moved to a village not far from Forest Green and frequenting a couple of games - they were allowed a couple during lockdown - here is a rough guide.
Get there early, street parking in the crescent opposite but limited. Also limited parking at local school - £5 card payment - or a park and ride from Renishaws in the town centre
If you are parked at the top end the best route of escape is west along a country lane which will pretty much be one way and then a choice of options depending where you live. Do not go down into Nailsworth you'll be a while.
Nearest pub is The George. Downhill, right into Burma Road, fork right into Seven acres road then look for steep steps on left that go straight to back of pub. 3/4 mile. Alternatively pubs and cafes in Nailsworth if you so choose. 1 mile downhill, enjoy the walk back.
Not 100% if ground facilities are different for this game. Normally a beer tent and vegan Indian dishes outside the ground. Inside - IMO the Q pies are decent, chips and curry sauce a no brainer. Veggie burgers at last test, not great. Black coffee all round, yep substitute milk.
1200 fans going through 2 turnstiles, better move along when in. A couple of our neighbouring teams supporters have had issues and been given little comfort in replies from tweets to the club, treat us like cattle Mr Vince you are funny.
As for the weather forecast, game could be at risk
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Post by legas on Nov 24, 2021 17:28:25 GMT
Thanks for that. Last time I went there was street parking near the top of the hill but will take your advice and get there early. Heard about the turnstile and access problems too so another reason to set off in good time. Fingers crossed for the weather as on the uncovered terrace!
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Post by js67 on Nov 24, 2021 21:19:16 GMT
Gashead who lives in the village and coaches in academy at FGR! Good luck with pubs because all but one are not opening until after the game .
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Post by gasmonkey on Nov 24, 2021 23:47:17 GMT
The George isn’t open on Saturday before the game btw.
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Post by A Source (aka Angry Badger) on Nov 25, 2021 0:01:57 GMT
The George isn’t open on Saturday before the game btw. Thanks for the heads up. Shame really |
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Post by A Source (aka Angry Badger) on Nov 25, 2021 0:02:35 GMT
Gashead who lives in the village and coaches in academy at FGR! Good luck with pubs because all but one are not opening until after the game . Blimey, are we that scary |
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Post by stokegiffordgas on Nov 25, 2021 7:09:11 GMT
You'd think pubs especially would be keen to maximise their profits after the last 18 months+ just put security on the door and treat people like customers not potential vikings! I really wonder if some people should be in business unless of course its on police advice.
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Post by Gas Go Marching In on Nov 25, 2021 7:16:31 GMT
Having moved to a village not far from Forest Green and frequenting a couple of games - they were allowed a couple during lockdown - here is a rough guide. Get there early, street parking in the crescent opposite but limited. Also limited parking at local school - £5 card payment - or a park and ride from Renishaws in the town centre If you are parked at the top end the best route of escape is west along a country lane which will pretty much be one way and then a choice of options depending where you live. Do not go down into Nailsworth you'll be a while. Nearest pub is The George. Downhill, right into Burma Road, fork right into Seven acres road then look for steep steps on left that go straight to back of pub. 3/4 mile. Alternatively pubs and cafes in Nailsworth if you so choose. 1 mile downhill, enjoy the walk back. Not 100% if ground facilities are different for this game. Normally a beer tent and vegan Indian dishes outside the ground. Inside - IMO the Q pies are decent, chips and curry sauce a no brainer. Veggie burgers at last test, not great. Black coffee all round, yep substitute milk. 1200 fans going through 2 turnstiles, better move along when in. A couple of our neighbouring teams supporters have had issues and been given little comfort in replies from tweets to the club, treat us like cattle Mr Vince you are funny. As for the weather forecast, game could be at risk You can stick your veggie burgers up your arse.. Sideways! |
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Post by Dirt Dogg on Nov 25, 2021 7:40:37 GMT
Gashead who lives in the village and coaches in academy at FGR! Good luck with pubs because all but one are not opening until after the game . Care to tell us which one? |
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Post by js67 on Nov 25, 2021 8:46:35 GMT
Waterloo House opening
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Post by meader on Nov 25, 2021 11:43:26 GMT
A tiny village football club who won’t be able to cope if they ever get into league 1.
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Post by Dirt Dogg on Nov 25, 2021 12:35:04 GMT
A tiny village football club who won’t be able to cope if they ever get into league 1. They really shouldn’t let these sorts of farmers’s pub teams into the football league if they can’t cope with what comes with it. |
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Post by curlywurly on Nov 25, 2021 12:36:05 GMT
Based on only one visit in the Conference, Parking at Renishaws and getting the bus up was pretty easy, if that is still on offer.
My advice would be to eat before the game as we had to queue for 3/4 hour to get served an inedible veggie burger. They may be better now as they've had a bit more experience of away followings, but they couldn't cope back then.
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Post by A Source (aka Angry Badger) on Nov 25, 2021 13:27:32 GMT
Not sure why it would even 'kick off' in Nailsworth pubs. Always found the more welcoming 'village' pubs are the less likelihood of trouble. Would also mean the parking would be spread out a bit.
Locals have had enough with the parking. Probably from when it wasn't managed for a friendly game. Being against Leeds it was a bigger gate then the competitive games. Mayhem.
They've got permission for a stadium by the M5, planning consent seemed very straightforward.
FGR "Can we build a stadium and eco business park in a field by the M5"
Council "Footprint too large and 1 - yes 1 - of the locals complained about proximity" (I believe it was a care home of some sort)
FGR "Can we scrap the business park and use the field the opposite side of the main road, away from residents/businesses"
Council "Yeah alright then"
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Post by Squiffy on Nov 25, 2021 13:36:36 GMT
A tiny village football club who won’t be able to cope if they ever get into league 1. They really shouldn’t let these sorts of farmers’s pub teams into the football league if they can’t cope with what comes with it. Maybe there should be a voting system for who is allowed to join the football league whereby the bigger established clubs could protect their own interests. Just a suggestion. 😉 |
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Post by A Source (aka Angry Badger) on Nov 25, 2021 15:58:53 GMT
Parking
Unfortunately, there are no public parking spaces available at the stadium. Limited parking is available at the stadium for disabled supporters, which must be booked in advance by contacting the club.
All general supporters can use the adjacent school car park for £5 (card only). This fills up very quickly, so unless you arrive early, we suggest you use the park and ride service.
Park and Ride
This is the most simple way of travelling to the stadium on matchday. There is no parking available on site - and we strongly suggest supporters do not drive towards the stadium.
Coaches will be departing Renishaw's in Woodchester every 15-20 minutes from 12.30pm, and dropping off passengers at The Fully Charged New Lawn.
The shuttle services for the return journey will be available to board following the full-time whistle, and continue as required until 5.45pm at the latest.
All profits from the service will be donated to the Nailsworth Primary School, with the cost at £3 per car, cashless payment only.
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Post by Dirt Dogg on Nov 25, 2021 16:55:24 GMT
Any good pubs nearby that actually want to take my money in exchange for booze?
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Post by aghast on Nov 25, 2021 16:55:38 GMT
They really shouldn’t let these sorts of farmers’s pub teams into the football league if they can’t cope with what comes with it. Maybe there should be a voting system for who is allowed to join the football league whereby the bigger established clubs could protect their own interests. Just a suggestion. 😉 That was a hoot until the mid-1980s, when the clubs voted to promote the top Northern and Southern league sides, or retain the clubs bottom of the 4th Division. Unsurprisingly, they almost always kept their mates in the 4th division. I seem to remember Hartlepool or Workington finishing bottom every year. |
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Post by Tilly's Thighs on Nov 25, 2021 17:09:28 GMT
Maybe there should be a voting system for who is allowed to join the football league whereby the bigger established clubs could protect their own interests. Just a suggestion. 😉 That was a hoot until the mid-1980s, when the clubs voted to promote the top Northern and Southern league sides, or retain the clubs bottom of the 4th Division. Unsurprisingly, they almost always kept their mates in the 4th division. I seem to remember Hartlepool or Workington finishing bottom every year. Bath City narrowly lost out to Wigan in 1978 - Wigan had more friends in high places! 1978 York City FL 49 re-elected to Division Four Rochdale FL 39 re-elected to Division Four Hartlepool FL 33 re-elected to Division Four Wigan Athletic NP 26 (2nd vote 29) elected to Division Four Southport FL 26 (2nd vote 20) not re-elected Bath City SL 23 |
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Post by tommym9 on Nov 25, 2021 17:16:34 GMT
Maybe there should be a voting system for who is allowed to join the football league whereby the bigger established clubs could protect their own interests. Just a suggestion. 😉 That was a hoot until the mid-1980s, when the clubs voted to promote the top Northern and Southern league sides, or retain the clubs bottom of the 4th Division. Unsurprisingly, they almost always kept their mates in the 4th division. I seem to remember Hartlepool or Workington finishing bottom every year. Newport used to make sure visiting chairmen had a great night and hence always voted them to stay in the league |
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