View Full Version : Andy's Dunblane homecoming - Sunday 16th September
JAMES4578
15-09-2012, 14:05
Is anyone else going to the parade in Dunblane tomorrow! Supposed to start at around 12, though I can't get there any earlier than 10.20. Will be great to be there, even if I don't get the best view and wanted to go seeing Andy wasn't in Glasgow. The olympic parade in Glasgow yesterday was fabulous nonetheless. Sure there will be coverage on Tv as many won't be able to make it.
Is anyone else going to the parade in Dunblane tomorrow! Supposed to start at around 12, though I can't get there any earlier than 10.20. Will be great to be there, even if I don't get the best view and wanted to go seeing Andy wasn't in Glasgow. The olympic parade in Glasgow yesterday was fabulous nonetheless. Sure there will be coverage on Tv as many won't be able to make it.hope you have a great time, and if you get the chance congratulate andy for me ;)
VamosVixs
15-09-2012, 15:31
Would love to go and was thinking about driving down but really don't have the money for petrol at the moment. Cheer Andy for me James!!:cheer:
Would love to go and was thinking about driving down but really don't have the money for petrol at the moment. Cheer Andy for me James!!:cheer:why dont you take chris down charge him a fortune for petrol ,win win situation :lol:
VamosVixs
15-09-2012, 15:37
:lol:
BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-tayside-central-19610677)- Andy Murray walkabout: Dunblane set for 'emotional' homecoming
At the bottom of the BBC article there is a contact form. They are asking people going to get in touch with them.
ATP (http://www.atpworldtour.com/News/Tennis/2012/09/Feature/Murray-To-Return-Home-For-Celebration.aspx)- Murray Set To Visit Hometown Sunday
The visit is expected to last until 3pm. Further details when available will be posted on Stirling Council's website at www.stirling.gov.uk.
Schedule Of Events
12 noon - Andy arrives at Clarendon Place, Dunblane
12 noon - 1.30 p.m. - Walkabout: up Perth Road to Beech Road, along High Street, stopping at the Golden Postbox, continuing up High Street to Fourways Roundabout, into tennis courts at Dunblane Sports Club
1.30 - 2 p.m. - Set4Sport activity with Judy and Andy (media access)
2 - 2:10 p.m. - Golf Club car park and onto Central FM’s roadshow stage - Robbins' address
2:15 - 2:45 p.m. - Media conference
2:45 - 4 p.m. - Friends and family time, then Murray leaves Dunblane
Is anyone else going to the parade in Dunblane tomorrow! Supposed to start at around 12, though I can't get there any earlier than 10.20. Will be great to be there, even if I don't get the best view and wanted to go seeing Andy wasn't in Glasgow. The olympic parade in Glasgow yesterday was fabulous nonetheless. Sure there will be coverage on Tv as many won't be able to make it.
Give him a great BIG woooohooooo from Canada :lol: Have a great time James !!!!
Stirling council (http://my.stirling.gov.uk/news/view/17901)- US Open Champ to visit his hometown on Sunday
Travel advice from Central Scotland Police -
Police are urging the public to plan and prepare for disruptions in and
around Dunblane on Sunday September 16 as Andy Murray visits his
hometown.
The US Open Champion and Olympic Gold Medalist is visiting Dunblane
between noon and 3pm.
Stirling Area Commander Superintendent Gordon Dawson said: “This is a unique event and we anticipate large numbers of people will turn up to see Andy Murray. There will be disruption to traffic and our advice is
to plan your journey and to allow extra time for it. We encourage those attending to take direction from stewards along the route.”
There will be road closures in place and there will no be vehicular access to Beech Road or High Street.
Limited parking will be available in nearby schools including Dunblane Primary School, Dunblane High School and Newton Primary School. Motorists should follow advice given by Central Scotland Police and by
stewards. Follow Central Scotland Police on Twitter @cspcomms
How exciting for everyone in Dunblane and those who can get there. Wish I could be there. So, so happy that Andy is getting to take part in a welcome home celebration. So deserved after his years and years of hard work. I have been trying to keep up with all the posts on here but have been extremely busy at work and still am so haven't been able to contribute a lot but am VERY VERY happy.
I know how u feel Genbrit . Its kinda hard to be such a huge fan of Andy's but be in another country .
The forum helps , makes me feel like Im attached to it all :lol:
my friend sent me an email yesterday to congratulate me , on his BIG win , and on never giving up on Andy , that made me smile :)
hfwardhouse
15-09-2012, 17:57
Its sooo frustrating being so close to Dunblane (visiting my brother in Perth) but not able to go cos we have a birthday meal planned for Mr HFW who turned 50 on thu. I kinda have to be there :rolleyes: :sad: ;)
I know how u feel Genbrit . Its kinda hard to be such a huge fan of Andy's but be in another country .
The forum helps , makes me feel like Im attached to it all :lol:
my friend sent me an email yesterday to congratulate me , on his BIG win , and on never giving up on Andy , that made me smile :)
Yes, I have also had many many people coming to me this week and congratulating me on Andy's win. LOTS of them know I have supported Andy for a long long time and I think they thought I was insane believing he would ever win a slam. Made me feel although I had won with him. On the down side, I have been so busy at work I was unable to get into the long lengthy discussions I would have liked to with them about the match. Oh well, small price to pay.
JAMES4578
15-09-2012, 18:26
Shame for all those that can't make it for one reason or another:grouphug:
mintsauce
15-09-2012, 18:46
Hope you enjoy it James!!
Enjoy it for all of us James. Glad you can be there. :)
Enjoy James!!!!!:thumbup:
Shame for all those that can't make it for one reason or another:grouphug:
You can be our rep :):)
Hope you have a great time.
RoastLamb
15-09-2012, 20:14
I had a message on facebook from my friend in Dunblane. She has promised photos so will hopefully be able to share them on here too. Hope she gets close.
James - have a great time!
If you get the chance please tell Andy how proud we all are of him!
I hope everyone going it going to be able to see Andy OK, especially as Andy is meant to be walking rather than being higher up on a vehicle.
I hope everyone going it going to be able to see Andy OK, especially as Andy is meant to be walking rather than being higher up on a vehicle.
Kinda glad he's walking, make him more human, less celeb if that makes any sense.
hfwardhouse
15-09-2012, 20:38
BBC report says Andy has asked for lots of time to be with his fans - what a star:)
The Boss
15-09-2012, 20:51
Is anyone else going to the parade in Dunblane tomorrow! Supposed to start at around 12, though I can't get there any earlier than 10.20. Will be great to be there, even if I don't get the best view and wanted to go seeing Andy wasn't in Glasgow. The olympic parade in Glasgow yesterday was fabulous nonetheless. Sure there will be coverage on Tv as many won't be able to make it.
I'll be there - Going thro with the family and a couple of friends - I'm sooo excited. We're arriving about 10, the atmosphere will be great, can't wait.
Haven't been to Dunblane for years and then twice in just over a month (last month to see his post box).
JAMES4578
15-09-2012, 21:10
I'll be there - Going thro with the family and a couple of friends - I'm sooo excited. We're arriving about 10, the atmosphere will be great, can't wait.
Haven't been to Dunblane for years and then twice in just over a month (last month to see his post box).
Fabulous, will be the first time for me actually!
I hope everyone going it going to be able to see Andy OK, especially as Andy is meant to be walking rather than being higher up on a vehicle.maybe he is still walking on air since USO
maybe he is still walking on air since USO
:rolling: walking on cloud 9
Passionanda
15-09-2012, 23:20
I am GUTTED!!!! I would DEFINITELY have gone to Dunblane tomorrow but for the small matter of a holday flight to New York at 9a.m!
What BAD timing!! I feel like such a traitor as I live so close! Have a great day all of you who can manage to be there and give our hero the biggest cheer from me please! I have been in an absolute daze for the past six days, what a fantastic achievement for our boy.....we were SO right to stand by him through thick and thin.....and he made it, just like we knew he would! I am SO proud of him!
I will put this on here as well as Andys FBook thread............
Back where it all started. Tomorrow will be an emotional day.
Enjoy everybody who is going!!!:thumbup:
A great message from @DunblaneCC
785
oor roving reporter lankster(chris) seems to have snagged a nice vantage point
http://c0014484.r32.cf1.rackcdn.com/x2_e97ff1a
Dunblane awaits,one hour to go! From Raymond Buchanan @BBCRaymondB...
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The Boss
16-09-2012, 10:11
We're at the back of the post box! the place is mobbed, everyones chatting away - great atmosphere!
Andy Murray has now changed the way that Dunblane will be remembered. We won't ever forget what happened there and how close it was for Andy and his brother but now because of his incredible achievements there will be a new joy and happiness in the town ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,WHAT A BOY!!!!!! Enjoy your day Andy Murray and revel in the warmth and pride of your people.
Sallydaisy
16-09-2012, 11:06
There is some coverage on Sky News apparently (but they are currently covering the death of an Irish rugby player) but I'm not sure what 'cos I'm just picking up snippets from Twitter.
If it is on Sky News and you don't subscribe to that it's possible to find it on TVCatchup which is an online 'live video' service and in theory you need to have a current TV licence. You need to register but it costs nothing - check the TV Guide for stations on air and click to go but if you hate the promo ads that run for about 45 secs you'll need to mute the volume.
http://www.tvcatchup.com
Sallydaisy
16-09-2012, 11:13
There are a few photos coming through (from Judy and others) so here's a couple:
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/A26IENfCAAE1FUU.jpg
judy murray @judmoo (https://twitter.com/judmoo) How good is this bus? Decorated by the kids from Dunblane Primary. Amazing. pic.twitter.com/3CjgD2qY (http://t.co/3CjgD2qY)
And from proud uncle Niall a piccy of Andy's Ailsa (left) and Cora (right)
Niall Erskine @NiallE (https://twitter.com/NiallE)
Bus! pic.twitter.com/dUWwyAbF (http://t.co/dUWwyAbF)
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/A26LAgaCcAE8xms.jpg
judy murray @judmoo (https://twitter.com/judmoo) Cora's p5 class made this one. She forced me to take this photo.....I call it tantrum avoidance. pic.twitter.com/RgVzTWNS
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/A26IopoCcAAIie3.jpg
(http://t.co/RgVzTWNS)
It looks busy on Sky news.
judy murray judy murray @judmoo
Ailsa giving Andy her run down on the Cilic match. I kid u not. 9 going on 30. pic.twitter.com/6xENdG8t
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/A26QGOBCMAAM4Ho.jpg
picture from twitter
live stream ON STV
http://news.stv.tv/scotland/190425-live-coverage-andy-murrays-dunblane-homecoming-celebration/
judy murray @judmoo
And theyr off...finally. Had to wait till roads into Dunblane were cleared. Proclaimers rocking the bus....500 miles.
Sallydaisy
16-09-2012, 11:26
Andy's brought the rain!
@judmoo (https://twitter.com/judmoo): Ok better late than never...get in the bus so we can go!! pic.twitter.com/Fbi06IbD (http://t.co/Fbi06IbD)”
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/A26M4GzCUAA9Zom.jpg
Ailsa giving Andy her run down on the Cilic match. I kid u not. 9 going on 30. pic.twitter.com/6xENdG8t (http://t.co/6xENdG8t)
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/A26QGOBCMAAM4Ho.jpg
Niall Erskine @NiallE
(https://twitter.com/NiallE) What a pity. Its bucketing and Andy stuck in traffic at Keir roundabout.
Still horsing it. pic.twitter.com/n3sQM99Q (http://t.co/n3sQM99Q)
Its not on Sky now. They just gave a snippet. Is there a stream anywhere?
From Raymond Buchanan @BBCRaymondB........
Dunblane High street a sea of Saltires and broad smiles with occasional Mexican waves for warmth.
judy murray @judmoo
"@Louise1605: @judmoo Dunblane is excited for Andy already. Fancy one of our cakes? http://yfrog.com/h8gn0jsij" that is a very silly question...:)
http://desmond.yfrog.com/Himg620/scaled.php?tn=0&server=620&filename=gn0jsi.jpg&xsize=640&ysize=640
picture from twitter
judy murray @judmoo
I've never had a police escort before. Rather liking it.
There is live coverage on STV website
http://news.stv.tv/scotland/190425-live-coverage-andy-murrays-dunblane-homecoming-celebration/
edit: don't think it is a live stream though.
Sallydaisy
16-09-2012, 11:34
live stream ON STV
http://news.stv.tv/scotland/190425-live-coverage-andy-murrays-dunblane-homecoming-celebration/
Unfortunately I'm just getting lots of ads and then the video of the children from the school inviting Andy 'home'.
Im thinking thier idea of live is retweeting judy
Unfortunately I'm just getting lots of ads and then the video of the children from the school inviting Andy 'home'.
I think what they call "live coverage" is a blog.
Sallydaisy
16-09-2012, 11:42
Wonder if I need to be on the desktop - it said something about certain services only being available that way?
:confused:
Might be competition for 'live' coverage because there's also Olympic parades in Aberdeen and Edinburgh today.
There's better coverage on here
Raymond Buchanan @BBCRaymondB
The sun has eventually come out in Dunblane. On the High Street the crowds practice their cheering and waving as they await @Andy_Murray.
Sky news are going back to it soon. Just showed a snippet.
Weird thing is there was more tweets coming out a 9 this morning, they seem to all be having such a good team, they have forgotton us
Sallydaisy
16-09-2012, 11:47
Sky news going back to Andy soon - they said after the break but currently on footie.
I have just gone to fire my antique desktop up to see if it will work for STV. It takes a long time to get going though.
judy murray @judmoo
Amy Macdonalds rocking us with Mr Rock n Roll now...go amy x
There is coverage of sorts on Central FM although interspersed with much music of the pop variety. They say they will be speaking to Andy when he gets to Dunblane Tennis Club. Click on "Listen Live"
http://www.centralfm.co.uk/news/28137-andy-murray-returns-to-dunblane
Andy is not wearing his medals. He has a Scottish flag round him though.
Back on Sky newsMoved on by the polis!
SKy presenter was moved on and her coverage stopped abruptly :confused:
Sallydaisy
16-09-2012, 11:59
Bit of a problem for Sky - the police have moved the camera and reporter along and the announcer has said the police don't want them filming. Seems a bit odd?
Also, the reporter said that Andy was going on holiday before heading to the Far East to resume the tennis season. Not sure if they have official word about a 'holiday' or whether it might just be a weekend away? Andy still needs a week ahead of Tokyo to get up to speed with his training.
They reckoned there were about 15,000 in Dunblane to cheer him on.
He looked relaxed and happy to sign autographs, have piccies taken and shake hands.
pippadaisy
16-09-2012, 12:01
I know the polis have to keep order but surely some tv stations shouldve been allowed to film live:doh:
Also reporting on BBC News channel!
They should have had a few of the torch runners beside him instead of a well fed g4s guy and some over eager Feds.
Sallydaisy
16-09-2012, 12:07
A couple more photos of Andy - smiling too!!!!!
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/A26YCSsCcAAJyH_.jpg
Lee McMenemy @leeMcMenemy (https://twitter.com/leeMcMenemy) In Dunblane today! pic.twitter.com/rMrHP0qA (http://t.co/rMrHP0qA)
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/A26ZeHcCYAAP-AV.jpg
Robert Young @Rob__Y (https://twitter.com/Rob__Y) @andy_murray (https://twitter.com/andy_murray) today in Dunblane pic.twitter.com/PgyBGSIp (http://t.co/PgyBGSIp)
From Central Scotland Police FBook page.....
Andy Murray is walking slowly through Dunblane, signing autographs and speaking to fans. Please be patient as he makes his way through town
Our Boy looks good - nice to see him happy!!!:thumbup:
Good to see Andy and The Saltire are no longer a "toxic" combination. ;)
good to see andy and the saltire are no longer a "toxic" combination. ;)don't speak to soon
They are showig Andy again but it looks like a repeat of what they showed before.
He looks like he's got a microphone transmitter in his back pocket, so somebody must have arranged to record his walk.
Ridiculous not letting reporters near him
Sallydaisy
16-09-2012, 12:32
Robert Young @Rob__Y (https://twitter.com/Rob__Y) Another snap I got of @andy_murray (https://twitter.com/andy_murray) today #Legend (https://twitter.com/search/?q=%23Legend&src=hash) #AndyMurray (https://twitter.com/search/?q=%23AndyMurray&src=hash) #GrandSlamChamp (https://twitter.com/search/?q=%23GrandSlamChamp&src=hash) pic.twitter.com/LqMbKYTC (http://t.co/LqMbKYTC)
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/A26fYObCAAIdO_A.jpg
he looks like he's got a microphone transmitter in his back pocket, so somebody must have arranged to record his walk.
ridiculous not letting reporters near himactually think thats quite refreshing, the media tend to think they have god given right to take over the events, blocking the views of folk who have been quing for hours
I think there's a fine line.
It would be quite nice for those fans not able to be there to actually see it.
Plus there's more security round him than reporters.
Lots of pictures and tweets by
I Love Andy Murray @Iloveandymurray
https://twitter.com/Iloveandymurray
http://iloveandymurray.tumblr.com/
There's some footage of the start of Andy's "walk" on the BBC website.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-19617321
WimbledonAce
16-09-2012, 13:02
Great collection of pictures. Love his cousins, so cute!
Sallydaisy
16-09-2012, 13:03
Probably a good idea to watch the BBC News Channel 'headlines' as it's just after 2pm and they showed a taster of Andy's walkabout.
Probably a good idea to watch the BBC News Channel 'headlines' as it's just after 2pm and they showed a taster of Andy's walkabout.
That's what I am doing:thumbup:
There is now a short video clip in the BBC article - http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-tayside-central-19610677#?utm_source=twitterfeed&utm_medium=twitter
Cara Sulieman @carasulieman
The kids are ready for Murray. pic.twitter.com/R8vtRsLv
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/A26m5vYCYAAZIXB.jpg
He is now up the road from the golden post box
It's good to Jacquie Beltrao got the Dunblane trip on Sky. She loves Andy is always quick to defend him when her colleagues spout the usual claptrap.
It must be at least an hour behind schedule.
Cara Sulieman @carasulieman
That grey speck is Andy Murray. pic.twitter.com/6mEGJ0gk
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/A26pl5rCYAExylH.jpg
Sallydaisy
16-09-2012, 13:19
I suspect they allowed 90mins so he'd be at the Tennis Club for some late lunch - at this rate it'll be afternoon tea! Not that Judy will mind the cakes ......
;)
Nice to see his Dad there!.....great!!!:thumbup:
Sallydaisy
16-09-2012, 13:29
Andy is getting closer to the top of the town and the gold post box.
Still smiling, still doing autographs and shaking hands.
BBC had some great shots - his Dad Will, Grandpa Erskine, Uncle Niall, the twins, Rob Stewart, (editor of the old forum), Judy and all. Masses of photographers waiting for him at the top!
On BBC news now. Andy by gold post box with medals on.
Sallydaisy
16-09-2012, 13:33
Great coverage from the BBC - about 5mins of it.
Huge cheer when he put the gold and silver medal on!
:dance:
Has anyone spotted Kim??????
Great to see Andy stroking some lady's dog.....brilliant!!
WONDER HOW LONG IT WOULD TAKE IF ANDY DID AN AUTOGRAPH FOR EVERY ONE THERE :shocked:
Interviewing Andy's Uncle Neil on Sky now and Andy's cousin.
Sky have said Andy is going to London fasion week tomorrow and then on holiday.
Cara Sulieman @carasulieman
Murray's meeting his fans. pic.twitter.com/VQPioHGp
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/A26vlwiCAAER_B5.jpg
Cara Sulieman @carasulieman
Murray with his medals. pic.twitter.com/Ijdlf4Gg
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/A26vAeuCIAEGpoI.jpg
Sallydaisy
16-09-2012, 13:48
Here's a close up of that .....
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/A26vBoUCcAAzXrJ.jpg
David Marsland @stvdavidm (https://twitter.com/stvdavidm) Andy Murray with Olympic medals at his gold postbox in Dunblane. You can imagine how huge cheer was pic.twitter.com/PO7aG7Bc (http://t.co/PO7aG7Bc)
Jamie Bowie @Bowie2Bowie
Morning in Dunblane with my niece - @andy_murray fever in town with signs in all shops. Even undertaker has one "DEAD proud of Andy"
:rofl:
Murray_Mania86
16-09-2012, 14:36
Saw a clip earlier of Andy letting some of the local kids get their hands on his medals nice touch from our boy to do that. I hope he has enjoyed his day.
Andy being interviewed by Sky at the Set4Sport.
thanks for all the news and pics guys , that video of Andy brought a tear to my eye , that is the real Andy I think .
Im All emotional again , Im so silly .
themass15
16-09-2012, 14:57
I've been like it on and off since he beat Tsonga in the Wimbledon semi-final. I was at the Wimbledon final and managed to see him get his Gold Medal at the Olympics.
Up close video of @andy_murray on his return to #dunblane #andymurray #usopen12 #tennis proud day for all :-)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Qek1OKB_Nk&feature=youtube_gdata_player
Tweeted by Jamie Anderson @collsdad!
Even undertaker has one "DEAD proud of Andy
:rolling:
Andy live on Sky now. Speeches going on.
Andy being presented with something.
From @jamie_murray
How did the parade go in Dunblane today???
Even undertaker has one "DEAD proud of Andy
:rolling:like it!
It's a pity there's not a "Mandy moonball muppet" store in Dunblane - it could have a great "closing down" sale!
KnightOwl
16-09-2012, 15:23
Had Sky Sports News on in the background all afternoon - pretty tedious sitting through all the repetitions of sports news - but they've had some good coverage of Andy too, in dribs & drabs.
I loved the little interview with him when he talked about the dream he had about winning Wimbledon, then waking up on the sofa one afternoon, and wondering if he'd dreamt winning the US Open too :big grin: Lovely long interview with Judy too...
Andy being presented with something.Freedom of Stirling (basically a set of blue & white face paints and a giant replica sword)
The botox drained from Simon Fuller's face on hearing Andy's "proud to be Scottish" comment.
Freedom of Stirling (basically a set of blue & white face paints and a giant replica sword)awwwww i thaught he was getting Geoff to sit in his front room and read oot the football scores
The botox drained from Simon Fuller's face on hearing Andy's "proud to be Scottish" comment.
:laugh::laugh:
Jacquie Beltrao @SkyJacquie
Andy quite emotional on stage at his old tennis club - bless ! aww
I was there:boogie::boogie::fanning:
I was there:boogie::boogie::fanning:
So,so pleased for you Jane...how proud you must be!!!!:thumbup:
themass15
16-09-2012, 16:14
Must have been wonderful. He is going to the Burberry Fashion Show tomorrow, oh to be there!
Sallydaisy
16-09-2012, 16:26
Sky will be showing Andy again after the ad break (not sure exactly when); they did a 5minute slot earlier with the speech at the tnnis club.
ON NOW
Raymond Buchanan @BBCRaymondB
Andy Murray's mother Judy tells me she is overwhelmed by the crowd reaction at his homecoming parade. #magicmurray #murrayday
ChrisMac
16-09-2012, 17:24
The botox drained from Simon Fuller's face on hearing Andy's "proud to be Scottish" comment.
I missed that bit, and I have had sky news on since noon, and been waiting for the bit with Andty in, I saw the interview with Andy when he was sitting down, but then I went in to the kitchen to start my Sunday dinner!
LC the fan
16-09-2012, 17:48
I was there:boogie::boogie::fanning:
Delighted for you Jane. Hope you cheered loudly for us all
Apologies if this has already been posted - but one fan got very close to Andy during his walkabout today:
http://twitpic.com/avcyzk
thanks for all the photos etc - I was out for a large part of the day, so missed seeing anything on the tv.
So glad that so many turned out for Andy!
So pleased for (and jealous of !) any on here who managed to be there!
JAMES4578
16-09-2012, 20:08
I certainly had a great time and had a reasonable view, though didn't see Andy too close up, A great atmposphere there and certainly a wonderful reception for the home boy!
hfwardhouse
16-09-2012, 20:14
I was so frustrated being so close and not being able to be there - kept up with proceedings on twitter mainly - loads of fabulous pics - including our own *kp* who "stalked" Andy and managed to get autographs and then ended up with a photo with him! She even managed to get her face on STV News :lol:
Still waiting to see Lankster's pics - so glad so many were there and able to see Andy - and that the rain went off for the walkabout - would've been such a shame if it'd rained the whole time - he probably wouldn't have spent quite so much time signing autographs with everything getting soggy!
Managed to record the news bulletins on BBC and STV but nothing on Sky which was probably the best coverage .... just typical I would be away from home today ... :rolleyes: :grrr: ... oh well!
wriggles
16-09-2012, 21:19
wow so amazing to see this pics and for all of you who were there i have no idea what id be like seeing him in person think id be a bit of a wreck! so nice for the kids to see him. aww bless him such a nice boy x
hfwardhouse
16-09-2012, 21:55
My cousin lives in Dunblane and the whole family were there waiting to see Andy - she cracked me up though about the post box just now .... she joked that Minnie and I were visitors number 2,000,001 and 2,000,002 but she said that there has been a steady stream of folk visiting the postbox which you would realise but she did have to wait in a queue to post a letter last week :rolling:
Lovely to see all the photos and reports of Andy in Dunblane, looks like he had a great time.
Not sure if this should go here or in the newspaper thread, but someone who was there recorded the part where Andy gave a short speech and put it up on Youtube:
YouTube - Andy Murray Dunblane Homecoming (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mx_-EGhQPog)
Sallydaisy
16-09-2012, 22:36
Trying to work out what Rob Stewart is doing in this piccy ......
"scuse me officer but which is the white line I'm meant to be walking?"
:shades:
https://fbcdn-sphotos-c-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-prn1/561773_10151170610613701_20710277_n.jpg
Sallydaisy
16-09-2012, 22:39
Outrage from MaggieMay_hem!!!
:rusty:
Maggie May @maggiemay_hem (https://twitter.com/maggiemay_hem) “@TheSliceTweets (https://twitter.com/TheSliceTweets): One of Andy Murray's most loyal fans got a little too close today...
http://twitpic.com/avcyzk (http://t.co/DOOjlQ5m)” WHO LET THIS HAPPEN?!
So happy for those who got to see and congratulate lovely Andy! Wish I could have come but a bit too far. Great support for him and I am sure he will never forget it! Glad it stopped raining. Lovely of him to spend so much time with the fans!
RoastLamb
17-09-2012, 00:54
My friends managed to get some great photos (i have put them on my fb page) but cannot put them on here as yet coz i don't have access to my home computer as yet. Anyway Andy signed their flags and tennis balls. Must have been so exciting for everyone invloved. I wonder what they will do should he ever win Wimbly?!
ChrisMac
17-09-2012, 10:37
Lovely to see all the photos and reports of Andy in Dunblane, looks like he had a great time.
Not sure if this should go here or in the newspaper thread, but someone who was there recorded the part where Andy gave a short speech and put it up on Youtube:
YouTube - Andy Murray Dunblane Homecoming (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mx_-EGhQPog)
Thanks Manaus for sharing. I watched Sky news from 12 noon all afternoon and don't know if I missed this or it was not showed. Anyway thanks very much, loved it!
RoastLamb
17-09-2012, 18:47
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Here are some photos of my friend Nicola's boys getting their stuff signed by Andy.
(Matthew has dark hair, Jack has ginger.)
Those are great :) So wish I could have gone!
Sallydaisy
17-09-2012, 19:52
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Here are some photos of my friend Nicola's boys getting their stuff signed by Andy.
(Matthew has dark hair, Jack has ginger.)
I'm pretty certain the middle picture has Andy's Dad in it - on the left is a lady in a cream coat and immediately on her left is a guy looking left which I think is Will.
RoastLamb
17-09-2012, 19:52
I'm pretty certain the middle picture has Andy's Dad in it - on the left is a lady in a cream coat and immediately on her left is a guy looking left.
She took other photos with Andy's family and the bus they were on.
LC the fan
18-09-2012, 08:24
I'm pretty certain the middle picture has Andy's Dad in it - on the left is a lady in a cream coat and immediately on her left is a guy looking left which I think is Will.
I think you maybe right - I certainly caught a quick glance of him on the TV news so he was there.
Must say I thought the Mayor had rather a lot to say..... Andy's speech was minute by comparison. Ah well, everybody gets their time in the spotlight
I can confirm that Andy's dad was there - he was standing about 10ft from me!!!
traveller7
19-09-2012, 17:46
Ah wish I could of been there would of been a nice way to spend my birthday!
lankster2003
19-09-2012, 18:17
Here's my photos of the Glasgow parade and Andy's homecoming. What a privilege to be there http://s1233.photobucket.com/albums/ff394/Christopher_Currie/Dunblane%2016092012/
:thanks: Lankster. You've been busy. Great pics. :):)
Here's my photos of the Glasgow parade and Andy's homecoming. What a privilege to be there http://s1233.photobucket.com/albums/ff394/Christopher_Currie/Dunblane%2016092012/
:thanks: for sharing Chris!!!!!:thumbup:
JAMES4578
19-09-2012, 18:47
Fab photos of a great weekend Chris!
supergran
19-09-2012, 20:13
Thanks Chris...fantastic photographs.:thanks::thanks:
Thanks for sharing Chris - Great pics. How awesome to be able to be there. Glad you could go. :)
Sallydaisy
20-09-2012, 08:49
Here's my photos of the Glasgow parade and Andy's homecoming. What a privilege to be there http://s1233.photobucket.com/albums/ff394/Christopher_Currie/Dunblane 16092012/ (http://s1233.photobucket.com/albums/ff394/Christopher_Currie/Dunblane%2016092012/)
Awww - thanks so much Chris. Great photos - glad you made it there.
It was a wonderful day for Dunblane.
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