View Full Version : Fed Cup Play-Off April 20-21 - Support thread - Who is going etc.
So is the next tie Easter weekend? Is it Weds to Sat again? No idea how Fed Cup works I’m afraid ... but if I’m not working I will try and come if it’s a home tie *Birmingham please*
themass15
10-02-2019, 22:32
The next tie is over Easter weekend. Saturday, 20th and Sunday, 21st April. Two singles matches on the Saturday and two singles plus a doubles on the Sunday. It will be us versus one other team. We will know on Tuesday around 12 noon (being streamed live on Fed Cup website) whether GB is home or away. As it is only a couple of months away, I imagine if it is home tie it won't be too long after that the venue is announced.
RosieBear
11-02-2019, 11:42
Apparently, the two most probable venues are Bolton and the CopperBox. Lots of hotels in those areas have been booked in the last 24hrs, and everywhere will be pretty busy Easter wkend. I've provisionally booked the Premier Inn Bolton (the one by the arena), and would drive if it's at the CopperBox.
Silverdee
11-02-2019, 11:59
Today’s Daily Telegraph says:
“...if they get a home tie, it will be staged at London’s Copper Box Arena”. The same article gives the dates as “...April 19 -21...”. I thought it was 20-21 April?
As themass15 said, there is an event listed at the Copper Box on Sunday, 20 April.
Well if it's at the Copper Box I could get there really easily. Didn't renew my British Tennis membership as gave up hope of being able to get to any DC ties in the forseeable future. Hopefully I'd still be able to get tickets somewhere if it does happen.
I could get there and back from home each day, fairly easily. A couple of hours each way, but much cheaper than London accommodation. I assume with only two teams there won’t be really late nights?
Well if it's at the Copper Box I could get there really easily. Didn't renew my British Tennis membership as gave up hope of being able to get to any DC ties in the forseeable future. Hopefully I'd still be able to get tickets somewhere if it does happen.
I think we are allowed two tickets. Not sure if both have to be members? If not you can have my spare one with pleasure.
Just checked the trains. They are all fouled up that weekend, so booked a room in the Holiday Inn in Kensington, where I have stayed before. Can cancel it if needed.
themass15
11-02-2019, 13:29
Today’s Daily Telegraph says:
“...if they get a home tie, it will be staged at London’s Copper Box Arena”. The same article gives the dates as “...April 19 -21...”. I thought it was 20-21 April?
As themass15 said, there is an event listed at the Copper Box on Sunday, 20 April.
I am sure it is 20/21 April as on the Fed Cup site. I just keep hoping the fixture set for the Copper Box on 21 April is moved to another venue or cancelled.
themass15
11-02-2019, 13:31
By this time tomorrow we should know if it is a Home Tie.
The Copper Box was apparently where we would have played last year's play-off if we had ended up with a home tie, so I suspect that's just lazy journalism.
themass15
11-02-2019, 13:31
The Copper Box was apparently where we would have played last year's play-off if we had ended up with a home tie, so I suspect that's just lazy journalism.
Although Laura Robson mentioned it when she was commentating.
Well there you go! GB are seeded for tomorrow's draw! Other seeds are Russia, Netherlands and Slovakia. Non-seeds are Japan, Italy, Kaz and Brazil.
Sallydaisy
11-02-2019, 15:32
Well there you go! GB are seeded for tomorrow's draw!Japan would be a home tie, by lot for Italy, Brazil or Kazakhstan.
I'd be happy to go to Italy for an Easter break.
Japan would be a home tie, by lot for Italy, Brazil or Kazakhstan.
I'd be happy to go to Italy for an Easter break.
If you need company....;)
I think we are allowed two tickets. Not sure if both have to be members? If not you can have my spare one with pleasure.
Thanks Teresa!
lovetennis
11-02-2019, 17:22
Just checked the trains. They are all fouled up that weekend, so booked a room in the Holiday Inn in Kensington, where I have stayed before. Can cancel it if needed.
Yes Euston is shut that weekend for engineering works.
themass15
11-02-2019, 17:31
Yes Euston is shut that weekend for engineering works.
Easter is the worst possible weekend to have the tie. Costs everywhere will be through the roof + engineering works etc. etc
RosieBear
11-02-2019, 17:39
I'm hoping it's Japan - not just because it would definitely be at home, I'd like a JoKo/Osaka encounter. Jo leads 4-0 but always pretty close battles, so should be another fun one.
themass15
11-02-2019, 17:47
I'm hoping it's Japan - not just because it would definitely be at home, I'd like a JoKo/Osaka encounter. Jo leads 4-0 but always pretty close battles, so should be another fun one.
I would be more than happy with a home tie, especially if it is in London!!!!
Oooo seeded? that's new
I'm hoping for Copperbox as that is dead easy for me, havent booked up anywhere yet and have no Roomie as Jan is off to see some band or other that weekend lol
I'm hoping we won't get Bath. I can't believe we had to sit under a leaking roof.
Oooo seeded? that's new
I'm hoping for Copperbox as that is dead easy for me, havent booked up anywhere yet and have no Roomie as Jan is off to see some band or other that weekend lol
I have booked a twin room In Canary Warf for the 19th and 20th, so you can share it if nothing else takes your fancy. Assuming it's Copperbox.
lovetennis
11-02-2019, 18:54
I'm hoping we won't get Bath. I can't believe we had to sit under a leaking roof.
Surely they will want a bigger venue. The popularity of last weekend proves there's a market for it and the LTA will want to maximise bums on seats for financial reasons, so I think you'll be safe from the leaking roof Stell :thumbup:
lovetennis
11-02-2019, 18:54
I have booked a twin room In Canary Warf for the 19th and 20th, so you can share it if nothing else takes your fancy. Assuming it's Copperbox.
Was that the Ibis Teresa? Stayed there when went to the o2 to see Andy crowned no.1
I have booked a twin room In Canary Warf for the 19th and 20th, so you can share it if nothing else takes your fancy. Assuming it's Copperbox.
ooo thanks :D
Surely they will want a bigger venue. The popularity of last weekend proves there's a market for it and the LTA will want to maximise bums on seats for financial reasons, so I think you'll be safe from the leaking roof Stell :thumbup:
Bath isn't big enough arena for the playoff
Was that the Ibis Teresa? Stayed there when went to the o2 to see Andy crowned no.1
No, it’s the Britannia International.
lovetennis
11-02-2019, 19:10
Booked the Britannia International Canary Wharf on a free cancellation via Booking.com.
Fingers crossed for the draw
Booked the Britannia International Canary Wharf on a free cancellation via Booking.com.
Fingers crossed for the draw
That’s what I have done. Price wasn’t too bad. I have also got a single at the Hilton Olympia. I hope it’s the Copperbox, I fancy a poke round The Olympic Park.
lovetennis
11-02-2019, 20:37
That’s what I have done. Price wasn’t too bad. I have also got a single at the Hilton Olympia. I hope it’s the Copperbox, I fancy a poke round The Olympic Park.
Yes not too bad price at the Britannia - I assume they get a lot of business customers with being at Canary Wharf but with it being a bank holiday weekend the demand is lower. I've booked the Fri, Sat & Sun nights to be on the safe side, especially with the trains being messed up.
Fingers crossed now
YES!!! a home tie against Kazakhstan.
themass15
12-02-2019, 12:07
Great news, pretty please let it be in London
At home. Just a question of where?
Great news, pretty please let it be in London
Seconded!!
jackie55
12-02-2019, 12:23
Brillant news, home tie, one hurdle down, now just need to know the venue......please, please let it be London
RosieBear
12-02-2019, 12:23
Wahey! Home tie it is :yahoo: Does anyone know if the Copper Box can be subdivided to host more than one event at a time?
themass15
12-02-2019, 12:26
I went during the Paralympics in 2012 but can't remember much about it.
JAMES4578
12-02-2019, 12:44
Good news it is another home tie (though personally won't be going if London as will probably be there in summer) though not that likely for alternatives mentioned either. However sure I can enjoy it on Tv! whilst Kazakhstan could be a tough team they are closely matched in the rankings and GB should have the advantage with the crowd support.
Rosalind
12-02-2019, 12:51
if it is London and people are worried about high costs, don't forget, it's much cheaper to stay outside the city and commute in. When we know the venue, it'll be easier to pick a possible place in suburbs.
According to Russell Fuller, it is expected to be in London: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/tennis/47211485
Silverdee
12-02-2019, 12:59
Wahey! Home tie it is :yahoo: Does anyone know if the Copper Box can be subdivided to host more than one event at a time?
I found this on the CopperBox site:
“The venue offers versatile sports configurations making it possible to play everything from a single match to a major tournament, one sport or several, all at once.”
The London Lions are playing there on the Sunday, perhaps this could happen as well as Fed Cup?
RosieBear
12-02-2019, 13:02
I found this on the CopperBox site:
“The venue offers versatile sports configurations making it possible to play everything from a single match to a major tournament, one sport or several, all at once.”
The London Lions are playing there on the Sunday, perhaps this could happen as well as Fed Cup?
Ah, thank you! Yep - there's no way the basketball should be moved, they booked first, but maybe Fed Cup could be fitted in as well.
themass15
12-02-2019, 13:08
According to Russell Fuller, it is expected to be in London: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/tennis/47211485
Excellent news
JAMES4578
12-02-2019, 13:35
According to Simon Briggs (of The Telegraph):
Simon Briggs @simonrbriggs (https://twitter.com/simonrbriggs)
Re venue for Fed Cup, the Copper Box Arena is the favourite but not the only option, my understanding is that we won't get confirmation until next week
12:36 PM - 12 Feb 2019
Sallydaisy
12-02-2019, 14:24
No, it’s the Britannia International.
Booked the Britannia International Canary Wharf on a free cancellation via Booking.com.
Fingers crossed for the draw
I'm there too with Bolton for backup! (erm, booked room without window).
themass15
12-02-2019, 15:22
Lovely to see so many of you last week! Hope it's London, in which case I hope to see lots of you again. My back won't cope with the train journey to Bolton, so I really hope it's not there - at least with the Glasgow ties, it was possible to get a sleeper up there!
Agreed Steven. Bolton is about 3hours 40 minutes from London by train and the fares are ridiculously expensive.
Unfortunately, I didn't get to meet you but I remember you from the Greg Rusedski fan forum. Hopefully, we will meet in London.
Not sure about Bolton either. It’s a pig of a train journey from here, and the coach is even worse.
goldfish
12-02-2019, 17:55
London is easily commutable for us - would make it a much cheaper option. Can’t believe we’ve struck lucky again
I, vaguely, remember going to Bolton for a Davis Cup tie. At the time, my aunt and uncle lived there but for some reason I couldn't stay with them. I think I was allowed to leave the car in a nearby car park. Was this the one that had no toilets inside? I remember we all had to stand outside, in the cold weather, to use the portaloo.
Might consider going to this but am not happy about London. Don't get me wrong, I love London and it's easy to get to by train for me .... BUT .... London already has Wimbledon, Queens and the WTF. Surely to goodness somewhere else deserves some tennis! :rolleyes: Wales for example never gets anything. And for those of us who don't live in or near London, it is very expensive to stay! .... Ok, rant over ;)
I do get that it is very short notice and not many venues will be available ... and Bolton was awful (not so much the arena, that was ok) so maybe it is the lesser of 2 evils if those really are the only options.
RosieBear
13-02-2019, 14:35
Totally agree with you, Caro. London is commutable for me so by far the cheapest and easiest option, but it should be shared, the GB team should play in all parts of GB.
patmoren
13-02-2019, 16:16
I, vaguely, remember going to Bolton for a Davis Cup tie. At the time, my aunt and uncle lived there but for some reason I couldn't stay with them. I think I was allowed to leave the car in a nearby car park. Was this the one that had no toilets inside? I remember we all had to stand outside, in the cold weather, to use the portaloo.
The toilets were disgusting and there had been a football match with a confrontation outside the Premier Inn after the match.
Totally agree with you, Caro. London is commutable for me so by far the cheapest and easiest option, but it should be shared, the GB team should play in all parts of GB.
I agree that these things should be shared about, and London is a doddle for us Anna. However, with the short notice, and the fact that 3 of the team actually live in the South (with Harriet being from London) I see what they are trying to do if it is the Copper Box. Joko & Hev both live near Eastbourne - which is not practical in April (brrr, and rain!) Katie B lives in Leicester and we know that Katie S is from Bristol.
If we go by DC "rules" (OK i know not rules, but bear with me) - with the DC other than Queens as it fit with the timescales, the other home ties were in Glasgow. The Scottish connection of the Murrays and Leon, so perhaps by going for London they are playing on the Southern connections?
- don't shout at me - I know that Wales and Ireland have not had any ties of any of these events and it would be great to go there too. I also think that the Easter Weekend is a factor to where the LTA can host this
themass15
13-02-2019, 18:27
Makes good sense, plus which London must have more venues where it could be held than other cities.
Well, if it does, why is the alleged preferred venue one that isn't strictly speaking available?
Well, if it does, why is the alleged preferred venue one that isn't strictly speaking available?
Not sure, however I thought Copperbox could host more than one thing at the same time - anyhooo - let's see what the LTA come up with - hopefully we'll know soon
RosieBear
13-02-2019, 18:48
I agree that these things should be shared about, and London is a doddle for us Anna. However, with the short notice, and the fact that 3 of the team actually live in the South (with Harriet being from London) I see what they are trying to do if it is the Copper Box. Joko & Hev both live near Eastbourne - which is not practical in April (brrr, and rain!) Katie B lives in Leicester and we know that Katie S is from Bristol.
If we go by DC "rules" (OK i know not rules, but bear with me) - with the DC other than Queens as it fit with the timescales, the other home ties were in Glasgow. The Scottish connection of the Murrays and Leon, so perhaps by going for London they are playing on the Southern connections?
- don't shout at me - I know that Wales and Ireland have not had any ties of any of these events and it would be great to go there too. I also think that the Easter Weekend is a factor to where the LTA can host this
Personally I've never believed that a player's home town should have any bearing on venue choice. They are professionals, they can get on with it and play any where! Fans are the folk that matter most in venue selection, imo. (p.s I'd never shout at you, Glenys the menace!) :)
lovetennis
13-02-2019, 20:13
I'm there too with Bolton for backup! (erm, booked room without window).
:laugh: I booked a room without a view too.
Haven't booked Bolton yet - I could commute to there but may consider staying 1 night if it's confirmed
RosieBear
13-02-2019, 21:27
I've booked Bolton - was going to take a room without a view but it cost extra :big grin:
lovetennis
13-02-2019, 21:31
I've booked Bolton - was going to take a room without a view but it cost extra :big grin:
Is it the PI you booked Anna?
RosieBear
13-02-2019, 21:39
Is it the PI you booked Anna?
Yep, the one by the arena.
Just to be clear, I actually really like going to London and it’s not too far for me but just thinking about those who have to travel from the north. But hey we went to Glasgow often enough I guess. Much cheaper than London though!
Haven’t booked Bolton. Might do that just in case .... Lordy, it’s a dive! Sorry Bolton! ;):facepalm::lol:
I too remember the football standoff and being stuck in the pub ... oh go on then I suppose we’ll have to have another drink :lol:
Just on the point of where players are from ... when Tim and Greg were playing, they always loved to play in Birmingham, even though they both lived in London.
goldfish
15-02-2019, 08:46
Have booked the PI in Bolton after a couple of aborted bookings elsewhere. The PI didn't come up for me on booking.com for some reason despite obviously still having rooms. Still hoping it's the Copper Box though as we can travel from home.
I have just booked the PI as well. Thanks for the tip it wasn’t coming up on booking.com.
Really hope it’s the Copperbox. Don’t fancy Bolton.
lovetennis
15-02-2019, 18:55
I've booked the Bolton Arena PI for the Saturday night. I could commute daily if necessary but it would be a bit of trek and will make it more enjoyable to stay over
lovetennis
15-02-2019, 19:23
The basketball match that was scheduled for the Easter weekend has disappeared from the CopperBox What's On page. Looking very likely that's where we're heading
The basketball match that was scheduled for the Easter weekend has disappeared from the CopperBox What's On page. Looking very likely that's where we're heading
Excellent. That’s what I really would prefer being selfish.
Silverdee
15-02-2019, 19:59
I checked earlier today and the London Lions were still there. Fingers crossed!
Silverdee
15-02-2019, 20:03
Just checked London Lions page and event still listed there and venue says Copper Box.
Silverdee
15-02-2019, 20:08
Now information about the London Lions game does not come up when you click on it on Copper Box site, unlike this morning, so I’d say it looks as if Fed Cup May be there!
Silverdee
15-02-2019, 20:21
Yet See Tickets and Ticketmaster are still selling tickets for that date at the Copperbox. Bit naughty of them if it is not on there!
RosieBear
15-02-2019, 21:35
The basketball match that was scheduled for the Easter weekend has disappeared from the CopperBox What's On page. Looking very likely that's where we're heading
Yep, and if you go on the London Lions fixtures page it now shows that their match on the 21st April is being played at UEL Sportsdock. I'm 99.9% sure the Fed Cup will be at the Copper Box. The visiting team is Cheshire Phoenix. Imagine being one of their fans and traveling down from Cheshire, booking a convenient hotel only to have the event moved 10 miles away. Personally think it's pretty disgraceful, and I'm sure everyone would be up in arms if the shoe was on the other foot and we were the ones shifted out.
I agree with you, but the Copperbox will just be so much easier for me, so in this instance I will take it gratefully.
lovetennis
15-02-2019, 22:15
Just had another hotel hunt as it's looking fairly certain to be CopperBox but I can't beat the deal I got for the Britannia at Canary Wharf so will stick with that. It really is a bargain for London, even without a view
If it's to be in Stratford, I can get the HC Hotel in East Moslesey for practically nothing for four nights, due to my three free nights. I believe it to be opposite the palace and Bushy Park.
I put a review of Wagamama on Trip Advisor and I've now received a reply from the General Manager saying thank you for it and was glad that we enjoyed our meals there.
I wish they would hurry up and announce a venue, as I'm now being offered free nights for my next holiday.
themass15
20-02-2019, 12:50
We all wish that as it's Easter weekend.
lovetennis
20-02-2019, 13:26
They can't keep us waiting much longer with only 2 months until the tie. Virgin have released their advance dares so keen to get those booked. I would normally travel into Euston but it's closed for engineering work over Easter. Looks like I will need to get off at Harrow and change to the tube so not too bad
They can't keep us waiting much longer with only 2 months until the tie. Virgin have released their advance dares so keen to get those booked. I would normally travel into Euston but it's closed for engineering work over Easter. Looks like I will need to get off at Harrow and change to the tube so not too bad
Snap ... although I can just as easily get the Chiltern Line train into Marylebone tbh
I can get the High Speed into Stratford International and walk from there (daily if needed lol)
themass15
28-02-2019, 12:45
Just seen Steven has tweeted venue for Fed Cup tie to be announced at 1 p.m. today.
themass15
28-02-2019, 13:05
Venue confirmed as Copper Box, fantastic!!!!
lovetennis
28-02-2019, 13:09
Fab off to book my train tickets
goldfish
28-02-2019, 13:10
Brilliant - easy travel and no accommodation required. Perfect.
exislander
28-02-2019, 13:26
Really great for all you southerners with easy travel etc. so I hope you all enjoy. Sadly, the thought of Easter weekend trains and London hotels is just too much for me but I will be watching!
Can everyone please confirm ticket requests ASAP as Sally will need to submit final numbers next week.
Excellent that it’s Copper Box. As well as the Tennis, I am looking forward to a nose around the Olympic Park. Anyone else fancy a swim in the Olympic Pool?
themass15
28-02-2019, 15:39
Olympic Park is lovely Teresa, especially when all the wild flowers are out.
themass15
28-02-2019, 18:53
Segment on BBC London News just been on. Worth watching.
lovetennis
28-02-2019, 19:39
Well I think I'm all set. Hotel was already booked, cancelled my Bolton booking and booked my train tickets. Looking forward to it and good chance for a nosey round Olympic Park
Haven't booked train tickets yet, don't think the normal London train will hike price for the Easter Weekend but am off to check
I'm really fortunate - I live just a handful of stops from Stratford on the Central line!
themass15
28-02-2019, 21:33
I'm really fortunate - I live just a handful of stops from Stratford on the Central line!
You couldn't be much closer. I live in Surrey so not too far away.
I'm lucky too, the High Speed "bullet" train stops at Stratford International, I can be in London in under an hour :D
The Norwich to London Line is always fouled up at a weekend, so I am staying in the Britannia. A friend of mine has stayed there and says it’s quite good for a budget hotel.
themass15
01-03-2019, 06:50
The Norwich to London Line is always fouled up at a weekend, so I am staying in the Britannia. A friend of mine has stayed there and says it’s quite good for a budget hotel.
According to Booking.com it has been booked 198 times in the last 24 hours, so looks a popular choice.
Just booked the Park Hotel in Ilford and got it a lot cheaper than the asking price, thanks to my three free nights. I stayed there, last year, for the athletics and it's only a ten minute walk or a short bus ride to the train station. The train station is only about four stops to Stratford. I was offered a ticket to go and look round the Houses of Parliament, during my stay, but I didn't know what time the tennis will start. So, I opted for next Saturday instead.
https://www.lta.org.uk/major-tennis-events/international-events/fed-cup/tickets/
Ticket prices look very reasonable. £28 per day.
I have just changed my hotel booking to the Sat And Sunday night, in case we are running late on Sun.
Both bookings the Britannia at Canary Wharf
Before I cancel the other booking, does anyone want it?
Friday, Night and Sat night the 19th and 20th April. Twin room £194.
Hi Sally, Just to confirm that I would appreciate 2 tickets for Jane & myself, for BOTH the Saturday & Sunday. Please can you let us know ASAP if we will def get tickets through the AMFF, as we need to book travel & accommodation ASAP, due to it being Easter weekend. Speaking of which, where is everyone staying??
Thanks :-)
Woo hoo! So happy you're going. We are booked at the Britannia International at Canary Wharf Sat and Sun nights. Looks like Teresa has a booking she's cancelling the post above mine but it doesn't include the Sunday night.
Hi Sally, just to confirm, one ticket for both days please - if it's possible to get on an aisle, that would be a huge help, but I realise that can't be guaranteed. Looking forward to seeing you again.
Really looking forward to seeing you again Steven! It's been forever!
Excellent that it’s Copper Box. As well as the Tennis, I am looking forward to a nose around the Olympic Park. Anyone else fancy a swim in the Olympic Pool?
Wow! Wouldn't that be amazing? I swim regularly and would love it!
Booked in the Brittannia International at Canary Wharf ... is that the same one a number of others have booked?
Wow! Wouldn't that be amazing? I swim regularly and would love it!
Booked in the Brittannia International at Canary Wharf ... is that the same one a number of others have booked?
Yes that’s where I am.
It would be fun to go with someone else. It’s about £5 a session.
https://www.londonaquaticscentre.org/swimming/pool_guide/competition_pool
Looks like there will be quite a squad of us in the Britannia.
I'll get some posts moved over...
lovetennis
06-03-2019, 06:59
Booked in the Brittannia International at Canary Wharf ... is that the same one a number of others have booked?
Yes I'm there too
Yes that’s where I am.
It would be fun to go with someone else. It’s about £5 a session.
https://www.londonaquaticscentre.org/swimming/pool_guide/competition_pool
i would definitely like to go. I guess Sunday morning would be the best time. We could wait and see what time the tennis starts and plan from there.
lovetennis
06-03-2019, 17:37
i would definitely like to go. I guess Sunday morning would be the best time. We could wait and see what time the tennis starts and plan from there.
It says on the LTA Web pages that the Sunday start time is 12.00. Slightly later on the Saturday at 1.30.
Glad I decided to travel down on the Friday. Rushing down on the Saturday morning didn't appeal especially with Euston being closed
Sallydaisy
06-03-2019, 18:12
It says on the LTA Web pages that the Sunday start time is 12.00. Slightly later on the Saturday at 1.30.
Glad I decided to travel down on the Friday. Rushing down on the Saturday morning didn't appeal especially with Euston being closedGood timings for dinner planning!
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It says on the LTA Web pages that the Sunday start time is 12.00. Slightly later on the Saturday at 1.30.
Glad I decided to travel down on the Friday. Rushing down on the Saturday morning didn't appeal especially with Euston being closed
Oh right, I thought it would be later. 'Mid afternoon' sounds later to me. That's better for the tennis and dinner but not as good for swimming Teresa as it won't give us much time to get back to hotel before the tennis.
I really could do with knowing the definite confirmed start time as if it is definitely 12pm on Sunday, I will probably go home Sunday after the tennis. I hope we find out pretty soon, although could get an open return on the train anyway with it being a weekend / bank holiday.
Sallydaisy
07-03-2019, 13:46
Oh right, I thought it would be later. 'Mid afternoon' sounds later to me. That's better for the tennis and dinner but not as good for swimming Teresa as it won't give us much time to get back to hotel before the tennis.
I really could do with knowing the definite confirmed start time as if it is definitely 12pm on Sunday, I will probably go home Sunday after the tennis. I hope we find out pretty soon, although could get an open return on the train anyway with it being a weekend / bank holiday.
I was quite surprised too Caro. Early/mid afternoon to me seemed to indicate 2pm'ish!
They've obviously learned from the experiences at Bath!
Earlier on Sunday is sensible because there may be a doubles match to play.
If it’s 12pm on Sunday, then there should be plenty of time for swimming after breakfast. We can just take swimming kit with us. A towel and costume shouldn’t take up much space?
Rosalind
08-03-2019, 20:02
If it’s 12pm on Sunday, then there should be plenty of time for swimming after breakfast. We can just take swimming kit with us. A towel and costume shouldn’t take up much space?
Are you talking about swimming in the Olympic pool? I loved it - it's long though ! Took me about 10 minutes to do a length :)
We would have loved to have come to this. Cheered on the team and caught up with AMFF - sadly the building work and internal stuff following the fire has not even started yet. So we don’t know when it will begin and when it will finish or what we will be up to. I thought we’d be finished by then 3 weeks ago. But other than 1500 thousand surveyors scratching their heads we don’t seem to have made much progress :( :( Have a wonderful time all luckily enough to go and shout for me and Kev x
Yes. It will probably take me longer mind you. I can just about manage a cross between breast stroke and doggie paddle, but I like swimming. I want to have a go.
If it’s 12pm on Sunday, then there should be plenty of time for swimming after breakfast. We can just take swimming kit with us. A towel and costume shouldn’t take up much space?
Depends how close to the hotel it is. It’s not walking distance is it? If I’m going I would want to do a proper swim so can’t go too soon after breakfast and it’s the meal the night before so I won’t want to be up at the crack of dawn. Will still bring my cossie though and see what happens. I’ve never been in a 50m pool. I usually swim in a small (22m) one.
Depends how close to the hotel it is. It’s not walking distance is it? If I’m going I would want to do a proper swim so can’t go too soon after breakfast and it’s the meal the night before so I won’t want to be up at the crack of dawn. Will still bring my cossie though and see what happens. I’ve never been in a 50m pool. I usually swim in a small (22m) one.
It’s certainly not walking distance, (well not for me - about 6km). I think it’s a single tube journey though. I think my local pool is 25m.
https://www.queenelizabetholympicpark.co.uk/~/media/qeop/files/public/qeop%20maps/queen%20elizabeth%20olympic%20park%20map.pdf
Not long to wait. I'm going for the same team that we had in Bath.
Only three more Fridays to go until we're in our hotels. I'm going to be optimistic and say we're going to win it, just because I would like to see our team not have to go through it again next year.
No food or drink will be allowed in, unless on medical grounds.
JAMES4578
31-03-2019, 16:32
Suppose depends on how strictly it is enforced (ocassions in past when had no problems despite similar stipulations but may be different here-think the O2 have been pretty stringent) Personally think it's ridiculous and not everyone a fan of the food offerings at indoor venues (even if I'm not attending on this ocassion)
themass15
31-03-2019, 16:36
All info here. https://www.lta.org.uk/major-tennis-events/international-events/fed-cup/
Info much the same as when you go to the O2 apart from being asked to wear red.
Train tickets booked - saved self £27,
lovetennis
02-04-2019, 20:21
All info here. https://www.lta.org.uk/major-tennis-events/international-events/fed-cup/
Info much the same as when you go to the O2 apart from being asked to wear red.
Grrrr to the red t-shirts. I have a plethora of blue t-shirts and purely by coincidence have never attended the DC ties that were red t-shirt ones
lovetennis
02-04-2019, 21:06
Thanks to Booking.com sending me a cashback code I now have a room with a view at the Britannia International Canary Wharf for £5 less than my original booking for a windowless room. Luxury ;)
All info here. https://www.lta.org.uk/major-tennis-events/international-events/fed-cup/
Info much the same as when you go to the O2 apart from being asked to wear red.
I'll be wearing my usual ;)
themass15
03-04-2019, 06:04
I have red t-shirts (tennis related) and red tops so I'm sorted.
Rosalind
04-04-2019, 09:52
the no food and drink rule is awful. I can't eat the garbage they sell in those places! :angry:
The catering at Bath was especially poor, I would hope that a proper venue would have better facilities at least.
the no food and drink rule is awful. I can't eat the garbage they sell in those places! :angry:
I think I will cheat - carry a little packet of medication with me, some bottled water and look pathetic. I have learnt the pathetic look from my dog - she has it off to a fine art.......!!!
Silverdee
04-04-2019, 16:21
The catering at Bath was especially poor, I would hope that a proper venue would have better facilities at least.
I have read reviews about the food on offer there - very poor!
Oh no! I hate crap (unhealthy) food. What if you’re vegan? I’m not but I often eat vegan food and it’s far better than the burger and chips crap served at these places.
themass15
04-04-2019, 16:43
Oh no! I hate crap (unhealthy) food. What if you’re vegan? I’m not but I often eat vegan food and it’s far better than the burger and chips crap served at these places.
Just read some reports on TripAdvisor, said food and drink pricey and there is only a choice of Nachos or Hot Dogs!
I've just ordered a Fed Cup play-off t-shirt through the Tennis Gallery Wimbledon website. They're offering them for £10 plus £2.50 for second class postage and packing or £3.50 for first class postage and packing.
Was there talk of a group meal on the Saturday night or did I dream that??
Was there talk of a group meal on the Saturday night or did I dream that??
No Sally did mention it. I imagine she has been tied up with the new job. (BTW if you go on The Aquatic Centre Website, you can get a free day pass for the pool).
Sallydaisy
09-04-2019, 07:19
Was there talk of a group meal on the Saturday night or did I dream that??
Working on it ... a lot of places seem to close at 9pm though! So, perhaps not much chance to change before going out.
Will update y'all before the end of the week.
themass15
09-04-2019, 12:04
West Ham is playing Leicester in the Olympic Stadium on Saturday, 20th April so it may be a good idea to get to the venue on the early side.
Shouldn't really affect the start of the tennis, which starts at 1.30, but may well be busy afterwards as they could well finish around the same time.
themass15
09-04-2019, 13:11
I was hoping, as the tennis doesn't start until 1.30 p.m and the football should finish around 1650, it would be a while after that we were coming out of the Copper Box.
Just a comment that if anyone is planning to do the slide on the ArcelorMittal Orbit, they probably need to pre book.
I want to go up the thing, but I am far too much of a wuss to go on the slide.
I sent an email, last week, to the Copper Box Arena asking them what sort of food they serve. They never replied. But, according to the LTA's website, they serve healthy, gluten free and vegan food (both hot and cold).
If Sally hasn't booked anything yet, there is a Wagamama at the Westfield Shopping Centre.
Just a comment that if anyone is planning to do the slide on the ArcelorMittal Orbit, they probably need to pre book.
I want to go up the thing, but I am far too much of a wuss to go on the slide.
Ooh, I hadn’t even heard of this so thank you and yes I would love to do it. Am going to book for me and Gill as there are still tickets for Sunday morning. Anyone else fancy doing it??
lovetennis
12-04-2019, 20:42
Ooh, I hadn’t even heard of this so thank you and yes I would love to do it. Am going to book for me and Gill as there are still tickets for Sunday morning. Anyone else fancy doing it??
I fancy it too. What time are you thinking of booking on the Sunday
Just received my Fed Cup play off t-shirt.
lovetennis
13-04-2019, 13:35
Treated myself to a pair of these (https://butterflytwists.com/collections/sale/products/jacqui-union-jack-ballet-flats-ss18?variant=14149583274029)
:GBflag:
I fancy it too. What time are you thinking of booking on the Sunday
Have booked for 10.15 am. Come join us.
lovetennis
14-04-2019, 09:14
Have booked for 10.15 am. Come join us.
Booked the 10.15 slot. Looking forward to it. The weather is looking good for next weekend so hopefully the view will be very clear. I chickened out of the slide though ..after I watched a YouTube video :faint:
I sent you a PM earlier, Sally. I know I was too late, as you wanted to know by last Sunday. I hope that I can be included for Saturday. I only read yours, earlier, as a few days ago I was stalked by a man and I got someone to call the police for me as I didn't have my mobile phone. Since then, I've had some unwanted visitors in the loft and my dad's Alzheimer's disease has started to get worse.
Booked the 10.15 slot. Looking forward to it. The weather is looking good for next weekend so hopefully the view will be very clear. I chickened out of the slide though ..after I watched a YouTube video :faint:
It does look a bit scary and it's very high (and I'm scared of heights) ... but I like to push myself to do things I'm not 100% comfortable with! ... remind me of that when I'm shaking with fear next Sunday :nailbiter: :laugh::laugh:
It does look a bit scary and it's very high (and I'm scared of heights) ... but I like to push myself to do things I'm not 100% comfortable with! ... remind me of that when I'm shaking with fear next Sunday :nailbiter: :laugh::laugh:
I am not too bad with heights, but I can’t handle situations where I don’t know where my body parts are. I am not very good at adjusting to rapid changes of position. Or to put it another way, I am a fully paid up, card carrying wuss....!!!
lovetennis
16-04-2019, 16:35
I'm pleading a slightly dodgy back which is a pathetic excuse for not going on the slide when I think of Andy hobbling to the Wimby QFS with his dodgy hip a few years ago
Only 2 spaces left at 10.15 now!
Only 2 spaces left at 10.15 now!
Have you got yours.........!!!
Have you got yours.........!!!
You have gotta be joking! LOL
Only 2 spaces left at 10.15 now!
Come on ... you know you want to. Don't be with the wuss brigade, it's only a slide ;)
There were 3 spaces before I booked!
I've just been looking at the Wagamama menu and it seems they've got the same dishes as the one in Bath had.
Come on ... you know you want to. Don't be with the wuss brigade, it's only a slide ;)
It’s only a slide in the same way a Tiger is only a cat.............:-)
After seeing the weather for Saturday, I wondered if I should bring a fan with me to the stadium.
Rosalind
17-04-2019, 18:48
It may be a bit shallow but I do hope the climate change gluers etc don't disrupt my trips into the Copperbox at the weekend.
themass15
17-04-2019, 22:22
I hadn't thought of that but you've got a point. Perhaps they will have something on for Easter.
There were 3 spaces before I booked!
Ahha! Yay ... see you there then ... I'll be the one screaming the whole way down with my eyes closed! :laugh::laugh:
It’s only a slide in the same way a Tiger is only a cat.............:-)
Good point Teresa :hide::eek:
lovetennis
18-04-2019, 12:27
It may be a bit shallow but I do hope the climate change gluers etc don't disrupt my trips into the Copperbox at the weekend.
Saw a clip on BBC Breakfast where one had glued himself to a train at Canary Wharf. Hope they have unstuck him by tomorrow as I need to get off there for my hotel
Looks like you are all going to have good fun. I would dearly love to be with you. Have a great time and I will be yelling with you in unison in front of my TV. (I hope someone will provide a link like last time from Bath as I am not on Facebook.) Go team GB! :GBflag::GBflag:
Elizabeth
18-04-2019, 20:47
Have a great time everybody.
exislander
18-04-2019, 22:27
I hope all who are there enjoy it and hope that GB win!
Sallydaisy
18-04-2019, 22:55
Looking forward to this!
It'd be fantastic if the GBR girls could finally progress to the next level.
And it's going to be great weather!
:shades:
Going to pack later
Will be not needing so much as normal LOL
Looking at the weather, I can break out the UJ summer dress!!!!
Going to pack later
Will be not needing so much as normal LOL
Looking at the weather, I can break out the UJ summer dress!!!!
I have already packed. I am going to have to do battle with myself not to lug a winter coat. My general rule is “Never dump my coat until June is out”. Common sense needs to prevail.....!!!
Looking forward to the tennis and to catching up with everyone!!
I have already packed. I am going to have to do battle with myself not to lug a winter coat. My general rule is “Never dump my coat until June is out”. Common sense needs to prevail.....!!!
There is that LOL - i'm bringing a jacket - no it's not Union Jack related - I actually don't have a UJ jacket LOLOL - got the Good Friday service at church this morning, then I'll come back here and sort out what I'm bringing - good job I don't work Bank Holidays or i'd be rushing!
Have just spoken to Copperbox. You can take water in if you need it for medical reasons. I imagine any firm of mobility difficulties will count, old age, anxiety with big crowds etc. Be creative folks.....!!!
Looking forward to seeing you all again tomorrow (though it’s already after midnight, so maybe that should read today!)
Well I am at Norwich just waiting for the London train to depart. See you folks shortly. :GBflag:
lovetennis
20-04-2019, 11:32
Bag search update.....The search I had was perfunctory but saw drinks confiscated from others. Water is £1.50 per bottle so I've seen worse BUT they take the lid off so basically expect lots of spillages! No point buying more than 1 bottle at once
Food - hot dogs and burgers and snacks stuff
Sallydaisy
20-04-2019, 12:14
Adding to Kaths' post, Pabbers says there's also a healthier section with salad or sarnies with a drink for £5.50.
:boogie:
Guerkins2
20-04-2019, 21:42
For those who didn’t realise, they will refill an empty water bottle for free
themass15
21-04-2019, 18:48
Privilege to be there over the weekend. Wonderful. Copper Box proved to be a brilliant choice of venue, apart from the food!
goldfish
21-04-2019, 19:15
Great weekend - thanks to Sally for organising the meal on Saturday and to all forum attendees for their company. Until the next time - fingers crossed. (Agree about the food - John was violently sick after Katie's match today, so hope everyone else was OK)
What a weekend! Well done ladies getting into the WG II - I am hoarse again!
Great weekend - thanks to Sally for organising the meal on Saturday and to all forum attendees for their company. Until the next time - fingers crossed. (Agree about the food - John was violently sick after Katie's match today, so hope everyone else was OK)
I was fine, didn't have arena food ;)
What a fabulous weekend of tennis! And the company was great too!
Many thanks, Sally, for all your work on our behalf.
Eek - Goldfish so sorry to hear about John. Hope he's feeling better now.
Guerkins2
21-04-2019, 21:43
We have just been on BBC news
lovetennis
21-04-2019, 22:02
We have just been on BBC news
I saw it too. We'll done on getting a screen grab.
Great weekend. Thanks for your company everyone
lovetennis
21-04-2019, 22:06
What a great tie and weekend. Venue was great and enjoyed seeing the Olympic Park. Well done to Caro, Gill and Hawkeye for braving the Orbit slide.
Thanks to Sally for the tickets, meal arrangements and her company on Friday evening.
Hope we get to do it all again
Guerkins2
21-04-2019, 22:44
Thanks Sally for organising the tickets and the meal. Lovely to see everyone. And we won!
Great weekend. Thanks for the company all of you. The Olympic Park was a great venue, (apart from the route marches). I loved the tower, but was far too much of a wuss to do the slide.
Thanks as ever to Sally for organising the tickets, and the restaurants. Those of us in the Britannia ended up in Pizza Express last night, ensuring that the weekend ended as it began for me - with a bit of a hangover, (I know I am a lightweight......!!!). We had to toast the girl’s victory, and we did. Well done to all.
jackie55
22-04-2019, 07:38
Yes, was a great weekend, thanks Sally for arranging the tickets, brilliant tennis by both ladies to get the result we needed:cheer:
RosieBear
22-04-2019, 08:02
Thanks all for another great Fed Cup weekend. Extra special thanks to Sally for arranging the tickets, who may have retired but is still as busy as ever! Bath and the Copper Box have been great fun - fantastic, gripping matches, so it's brilliant to see British women's tennis showcase their talents get their share of support. As Anne K said, this is just the start of a journey for our team, so fingers crossed, here's to further success and many more fun weekends.:thumbup:
Rosalind
22-04-2019, 09:02
Yes, I'll like to add my thanks to Sally. I particularly like the way we are moved around so that we meet each other and meet new members.
I really enjoyed it. Exhausting though. :GBflag:
themass15
22-04-2019, 11:06
Hopefully we get a doable tie in February and we can all do it again!
It was good catch sight of AMFF’s on the LTA coverage on my iPad. I would have loved to be there, but as it was Easter that ruled it out for me, and I had meetings every day when it was in Bath. Just not to be. However I can look forward to being on Court 1 the first week of Wimbledon, having got a pair of tickets from the LTA ballot. So looking forward to it as it will be my first time at Wimbledon.
Guerkins2
22-04-2019, 13:29
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We have just been on BBC news
This is a slightly better one of the group. Hubbie took the other one & focussed mainly on me!
Back in Norfolk. Thanks again to everyone. :GBflag:
Sallydaisy
22-04-2019, 20:55
That's me home!
It was lovely to see you all.
:flowers:
I had a great weekend and enjoyed the tennis and catching up with folks. Let's hope we can do it again sometime soon and in the UK at a HOME tie!
:GBflag:
Sallydaisy
22-04-2019, 21:08
Great weekend - thanks to Sally for organising the meal on Saturday and to all forum attendees for their company. Until the next time - fingers crossed. (Agree about the food - John was violently sick after Katie's match today, so hope everyone else was OK)
Sorry to hear that John was ill and I hope he's feeling a lot better. I've not heard from anyone else to say they had a problem so hope it was a one off case?
To be honest, I thought the food was pretty good compared to some DC ties we've been to (and way better than FC at Bath). They had 'healthy' options (either Chicken or Felafel Salads which were nice), Ciabatta and wraps and were doing a deal which meant we paid £5.50 for salad and a 500ml soft drink which really isn't bad pricing. There were the usual suspects on offer i.e. hot dogs, hamburgers and Nachos with Cheese + lots of 'snacks' and sweets. So there was some choice and actually better than some ATP500's and Masters I've been too e.g. Paris Masters offer only a choice of ham or cheese baguette, absolutely nothing else!.
I still think it's silly to remove the caps off the bottles ...
:rolleyes:
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