View Full Version : DAVIS CUP BLOCK BOOKING, Braehead Arena, Glasgow - 6th-8th April 2012
Sallydaisy
13-02-2012, 20:43
Hi all
We are hoping to set up another block booking for the April Tie from Friday 6th to Sunday 8th.
Time is tight so please post if you are interested in coming along.
Obviously the timing might not be ideal for everyone as it's Easter holidays but we hope for a good turn out again!
Steven
FoxyFi
Jeannie13
Supergran
James4578
Caro and Gill
Sally
Joyce and Jane
Elizabeth (4)
Jambon (2)
Kelle
Cathy66 (3)
Passionanda
Tie-break
Dave and Knightowl
-J- Friday and Sunday
supergran
13-02-2012, 21:43
I am Sally. Will be just moi. Normal service is resumed. Back on computer. Had a fantastic weekend. Dan Evans is my hero!! Probably say more later re tennis and apres tennis. It's nice to be home though, Jeannie, it's very cold here.:)
I am too Sally, will just be me for all 3 days.
Was another fantastic weekend, meeting up with everyone and the tennis was just amazing. Young Dan played out of his skin, Colin and Rosco were awesome as usual and James, just felt so sad for him. That being said brilliant team spirit, inspired by the fabby Leon.
jeannie13
13-02-2012, 23:14
Put me down for the 3 days please Sally. I've already booked for the Travelodge, before prices go up!! Isla can't make it as she is very involved with her church over the whole Easter weekend. Looking forward to it very much.
JAMES4578
13-02-2012, 23:30
I'm interested in a 3 day ticket again, thanks Sally!
supergran
14-02-2012, 00:24
Put me down for the 3 days please Sally. I've already booked for the Travelodge, before prices go up!! Isla can't make it as she is very involved with her church over the whole Easter weekend. Looking forward to it very much.How have you done that Jeannie...I'm having problems booking and there are no reductions for Braehead as far as I can see?
jeannie13
14-02-2012, 00:47
How have you done that Jeannie...I'm having problems booking and there are no reductions for Braehead as far as I can see?
I had no problem, Maureen. Got on the site & was quoted £116.85 for 3 nights (fri, Sat, Sunday nights). As its Easter weekend, I would expect it to go higher. It's the same as I paid this weekend. Hope you get through OK.
By the way,the weather nice & sunny & fairly mild all journey & in edinburgh. Isla says it's been nice & sunny all weekend!:no worries:
supergran
14-02-2012, 00:51
Will have another go.:thanks:
Almost certainly Gill and I will be coming .... Gill was straight on to check flights etc as soon as we got home! Have yet to break the news to my poor abandoned husband yet .... I will wait till the weekend as we hardly see each other when he is on afternoon shift as he is this week.
supergran
14-02-2012, 16:51
Almost certainly Gill and I will be coming .... Gill was straight on to check flights etc as soon as we got home! Have yet to break the news to my poor abandoned husband yet .... I will wait till the weekend as we hardly see each other when he is on afternoon shift as he is this week. Train booked but having a nightmare trying to book travelodge. Second attempt got to payment part then it wouldn't load. So left it for an hour, just tried to login in and told my password isn't recognised. Thinking of staying somewhere else as I am getting very frustrated.
Passionanda
14-02-2012, 16:55
Hi Sally! I'm desperate to join the forum folk again at Braehead in April so am in the process of trying to work around the fact that it's Easter weekend!! I don't imagine everyone at this end will be happy if DO decide on going! Like Caro I'm breaking it to hubby in little stages!! Is it ok if I give you a definite response by the weekend or do you need to know sooner?? Already excited at the thought of it....still boring everyone silly with my stories of this past, fantastic weekend!
jeannie13
14-02-2012, 18:41
Train booked but having a nightmare trying to book travelodge. Second attempt got to payment part then it wouldn't load. So left it for an hour, just tried to login in and told my password isn't recognised. Thinking of staying somewhere else as I am getting very frustrated.
I do hope you can manage to get booked at the travelodge--you would be missed.:sad::wino:
have you tried changing your password?:confused: Good luck:wave:
KnightOwl
14-02-2012, 19:03
Train booked but having a nightmare trying to book travelodge. Second attempt got to payment part then it wouldn't load. So left it for an hour, just tried to login in and told my password isn't recognised. Thinking of staying somewhere else as I am getting very frustrated.
The Campanile where we stayed was actually much nicer than the Travel Lodge - the only downside was the fact that the rest of you weren't staying there, and the distance - however walking over to the arena wasn't too bad - it's less than a mile and a half - and in the evening, we found taxis very reasonable - less than £4 - so if you can't get the Travel Lodge, you could consider that. I'm not aware of anywhere else within a reasonable radius.
I'm not sure what we are doing at this point. I got the travelodge ridiculously cheap last time (£67 for 3 nights) and at the moment everywhere is at least double that :( Add travel, tickets and food for the weekend and I could almost afford one flight to the USA....so still trying to decide if we should go. Add in Easter complications and well...it's complicated
hfwardhouse
14-02-2012, 21:54
I'm just finding it so incredibly frustrating - no school so we could make it - yes I probably would have to be here for church commitments but April is a rubbish month for me farming wise - it's the only time of year I get hands on with the outdoor stuff :crying: :crying: .... I hate sheep!
How can anyone possibly hate working with sheep? Bizarre!
I feel your pain Jane - I know that if I don't go I will kick myself but there are financial considerations....must be worse when it is silly sheep :(
hfwardhouse
14-02-2012, 22:01
How can anyone possibly hate working with sheep? Bizarre!
:confused: :confused: :rolling: :p
I feel your pain Jane - I know that if I don't go I will kick myself but there are financial considerations....must be worse when it is silly sheep :(
Well obviously there are financial considerations as well - hence my absence from 2 of the days this weekend but with an 87 yo Mum In Law who insists on "helping" and is definitely not fit to do so, I have to be here to make sure she doesn't overdo things!
Parents (especially in law) are just so much trouble aren't they....it's like they become children aw=gain and need looking after :(
hfwardhouse
14-02-2012, 22:24
Exactly!!! She forgets how exhausting lambing time is! I need her fit so she can do the lunches for the boys!
Had a FAB weekend, folks. Gr8 atmosphere at the tennis - & you were all so friendly-yet again.
Can u put Jane & I down for 2x 3Day tkts for the April tie?
Cheers,
Joyce
supergran
14-02-2012, 23:10
I do hope you can manage to get booked at the travelodge--you would be missed.:sad::wino:
have you tried changing your password?:confused: Good luck:wave:Have changed my p/w today after problems last night. This afternoon got to submit payment successfully then told problem with website. When I tried later it wouldn't recognise p/w!! Have sent booking request to Camponile but have not received an e-mail yet.
Have changed my p/w today after problems last night. This afternoon got to submit payment successfully then told problem with website. When I tried later it wouldn't recognise p/w!! Have sent booking request to Camponile but have not received an e-mail yet.
That is Such a shame! have just booked Travelodge for the 3 nights - & was looking fwd to seeing you - & the others there!!
supergran
14-02-2012, 23:31
Success at last. Took me a couple of minutes to book a room at the Campanile and it's cheaper than the Travelodge! And as Fiona said it is much nicer with better amenities.:)
Sallydaisy
14-02-2012, 23:36
For those who don't yet know what they are doing I think you've got about 2 weeks to decide.
I'll post up full details when I've heard back from the LTA.
As to hotels ........
The Travelodge remains the most convenient (but basic as we all know) since it's an easy walk back from Xscape and the Braehead Arena. It's easy to pop back there to change, collect stuff during the day and so on. I don't think they've put their prices up for the tie; whatever is being quoted is likely to be because it's Easter w/end. They're currently charging £40'ish for bed only on Thursday/Friday. You get a slightly better rate if you stay more than 3 nights on the trot.
The Campanile is a step up in terms of quality and they are doing a decent deal of £39/night including breakfast. It has better facilities (including curtains at the windows!). However, it's stuck on it's own and, as KO has already posted, it's a good mile and half walk to the Arena in the morning but a reasonably priced taxi ride back.
Given we've all got different criteria for what we do outside of watching tennis it's perhaps advantageous that there are a couple to choose from. Most of us go our separate ways after eating in the evening in Xscape but I'm sure the hotel bars will be doing good business over the Easter weekend.
;)
Success at last. Took me a couple of minutes to book a room at the Campanile and it's cheaper than the Travelodge! And as Fiona said it is much nicer with better amenities.:)
Might consider staying there then SG. Still plucking up courage to tell Steve!!
Booked my hotel on Sunday night soon as we heard about the tie. No problems.
supergran
15-02-2012, 13:48
Might consider staying there then SG. Still plucking up courage to tell Steve!!That would be great if you could. Tell him!!!:sofa::big grin:
Elizabeth
15-02-2012, 20:17
Hi Sally, I would like 4 tickets for 3 days. Thanks very much once again.
lankster2003
15-02-2012, 20:57
Success at last. Took me a couple of minutes to book a room at the Campanile and it's cheaper than the Travelodge! And as Fiona said it is much nicer with better amenities.:)
Excellent choice!!!!
Success at last. Took me a couple of minutes to book a room at the Campanile and it's cheaper than the Travelodge! And as Fiona said it is much nicer with better amenities.:)
The Campanile is coming up as more expensive than the travelodge now! £135 v £116 for the travelodge for the 3 days. That doesn't include breakfast either. Having a bit of a nightmare!! Flights were fine when we looked a few days ago, now mega expensive unless we arrive at 2pm on the Friday which we may have to do ......
Won't see Steve properly till tomorrow to finally break the news and pary he will be ok about it, so won't be able to book till Sat / Sun .... fingers crossed
supergran
17-02-2012, 14:24
The Campanile is coming up as more expensive than the travelodge now! £135 v £116 for the travelodge for the 3 days. That doesn't include breakfast either. Having a bit of a nightmare!! Flights were fine when we looked a few days ago, now mega expensive unless we arrive at 2pm on the Friday which we may have to do ......
Won't see Steve properly till tomorrow to finally break the news and pary he will be ok about it, so won't be able to book till Sat / Sun .... fingers crossed Prices must be going up by the day. Hope everything works out for you. Fingers crossed!
lankster2003
17-02-2012, 19:42
The Campanile is coming up as more expensive than the travelodge now! £135 v £116 for the travelodge for the 3 days. That doesn't include breakfast either. Having a bit of a nightmare!! Flights were fine when we looked a few days ago, now mega expensive unless we arrive at 2pm on the Friday which we may have to do ......
Won't see Steve properly till tomorrow to finally break the news and pary he will be ok about it, so won't be able to book till Sat / Sun .... fingers crossed
Easter weekend will certainly have something to do with it. Hope you get something sorted soon :)
Have booked Travelodge - but hope to meet up with those staying elsewhere not only at tennis - but during the course of the evening.
Hope u & Jill get something sorted, Caro-& look fwd to seeing u both in April. x
JAMES4578
17-02-2012, 20:10
The Campanile is coming up as more expensive than the travelodge now! £135 v £116 for the travelodge for the 3 days. That doesn't include breakfast either. Having a bit of a nightmare!! Flights were fine when we looked a few days ago, now mega expensive unless we arrive at 2pm on the Friday which we may have to do ......
Won't see Steve properly till tomorrow to finally break the news and pary he will be ok about it, so won't be able to book till Sat / Sun .... fingers crossed
Hope you get it all sorted out soon Caro! Obviously best to book as soon as possible.
Prices must be going up by the day. Hope everything works out for you. Fingers crossed!
Better rates for the Campanile are offered through Expedia - it then includes breakfast!
Sally could i have tickets for all 3 days please for 2 people
Sallydaisy
18-02-2012, 20:29
:thumbup:
I'm adding in names to the first post; think I've got everyone but if I've missed you please give me a nudge!
Total number of tickets required after the name of the forum member.
:thumbup:
I'm adding in names to the first post; think I've got everyone but if I've missed you please give me a nudge!
Total number of tickets required after the name of the forum member.i might do Friday and sunday
I'm waiting to hear who's in the team...
Sallydaisy
18-02-2012, 20:39
i might do Friday and sunday
Footie Saturday?
I'm waiting to hear who's in the team...
I see you don't play Yatzy either ......
:p
Footie Saturday?
I see you don't play Yatzy either ......
:pye hopfully tho tickets for footy arnt easy to come by
I'm picky.perfect pick some winners
Good news folks ... hubby says no problem he is happy for me to go to yet another DC tie!! And Gill and I are booked into the Campanile. Oh and welcome to the forum at long last GillyD ... about flipping time too!!!
supergran
18-02-2012, 22:54
Good news folks ... hubby says no problem he is happy for me to go to yet another DC tie!! And Gill and I are booked into the Campanile. Oh and welcome to the forum at long last GillyD ... about flipping time too!!! Hurrah!! Fun times will be had at Braehead Arena and The Campanile!!:cheer: And welcome Gill, great to have you aboard.:welcome:
lankster2003
19-02-2012, 12:09
ye hopfully tho tickets for footy arnt easy to come by
Tickets at RP are not hard to come by (though maybe a bit harder after yesterday!!!).
lankster2003
19-02-2012, 12:11
Hurrah!! Fun times will be had at Braehead Arena and The Campanile!!:cheer: And welcome Gill, great to have you aboard.:welcome:
May have to change my hotel now. You'll all be cramping my style ;)
JAMES4578
19-02-2012, 17:23
May have to change my hotel now. You'll all be cramping my style ;)
lol, wonder what style that would be;)
Passionanda
19-02-2012, 20:47
Hi, Sallydaisy! Please put me down for the DC in April....all THREE days! Easter weekend or not.....I just can't pass up the opportunity of cheering on our boys to another great victory.....as I'm sure it will be!! Looking forward to meeting up with all my forum friends again.:grouphug:.....and WELCOME, at last, to GillyD......I see you've posted your first message! Here's to many more!
Sallydaisy
19-02-2012, 21:19
Hi, Sallydaisy! Please put me down for the DC in April....all THREE days! Easter weekend or not.....I just can't pass up the opportunity of cheering on our boys to another great victory.....as I'm sure it will be!! Looking forward to meeting up with all my forum friends again.:grouphug:.....and WELCOME, at last, to GillyD......I see you've posted your first message! Here's to many more!
Glad to have you aboard!!!
:thumbup:
I'm afraid there's no way I can come Easter weekend, since I run the church choir!
Hopefully I'll have time later this week to post some pics from last weekend. Great to see so many people again - sorry I couldn't join in much of the apres-tennis, but it was a good opportunity to visit my niece in Glasgow.
Hi, Sallydaisy! Please put me down for the DC in April....all THREE days! Easter weekend or not.....I just can't pass up the opportunity of cheering on our boys to another great victory.....as I'm sure it will be!! Looking forward to meeting up with all my forum friends again.:grouphug:.....and WELCOME, at last, to GillyD......I see you've posted your first message! Here's to many more!
Oh Nicky, you are sooo like me!! Tennis is impossible to turn down isn't it?!! Looking forward to seeing you again and everyone else of course :cheer::cheer:
Tie-break
20-02-2012, 16:14
Room for one more? I'd love to come and meet up other forum people in April. Can you put me down for all three days please Sally? I had a 'try out' on the Friday of the tie just past and it was brill!
Sallydaisy
20-02-2012, 16:19
Room for one more? I'd love to come and meet up other forum people in April. Can you put me down for all three days please Sally? I had a 'try out' on the Friday of the tie just past and it was brill!
We'd be delighted to welcome you to our group!
:thumbup:
Davis Cup is a much different atmosphere to most main tour events and I've always enjoyed it.
I'll add you to the list.
:)
It's Easter weekend - and at Braehead again? I definitely can't come then :crying: :crying: :crying:
Last time it was at Easter weekend was at Birmingham, so I was able to go just for the Saturday as I'm in church on Good Friday and Easter Sunday - but it would be impossible to go to Glasgow just for the day :sad: It really is ridiculous that it's at the same venue yet again :grrr:
Welcome back Linda - hope you had a lovely holiday!
Thought you would be none too pleased about Braehead again Linda! Shame you can't make it.
JAMES4578
21-02-2012, 15:39
Pity for everyone who can't make it but there's bound to be a change of venue at some point, Easter makes it more difficult obviously!
Pity for everyone who can't make it but there's bound to be a change of venue at some point, Easter makes it more difficult obviously!
I think they are very lucky to get a venue at such short notice.
Pity for everyone who can't make it but there's bound to be a change of venue at some point, Easter makes it more difficult obviously!
Looking forward to the tie abroad with Outer Mongolia............:lol:
Passionanda
21-02-2012, 20:50
Oh Nicky, you are sooo like me!! Tennis is impossible to turn down isn't it?!! Looking forward to seeing you again and everyone else of course :cheer::cheer:
Carolyn.....if it hadn't been for YOU I wouldn't have known anything about the forum......so thanks again for that! Yes, I realised the first time we met in September last year that we were kindred spirits.....we even managed to synchronise (spontaneously!) our reactions and cheers for the great GB Team!! Can't really imagine life without tennis! See you in April.....I've ordered my U J hat already!!:lol:
Lots of moans about it being Easter weekend, but not one person seems to hold the church responsible for the clash.
Lots of moans about it being Easter weekend, but not one person seems to hold the church responsible for the clash.or if you take it to its ultimate conclusion the Romans are to blame , and i suppose raven is about the nearest we have . so its her fault
If you really take that to its ultimate conclusion, you have to blame the Jews/Israelis for setting the date of the Passover. But no doubt it would be considered anti-Semitic to blame them so the church will have to take the blame for the date of Easter after all.
hfwardhouse
21-02-2012, 22:57
Yeh but you can't blame the church for setting the date of the DC tie ;)
If you really take that to its ultimate conclusion, you have to blame the Jews/Israelis for setting the date of the Passover. But no doubt it would be considered anti-Semitic to blame them so the church will have to take the blame for the date of Easter after all.but its was gods plan so ultimately he is responsible
supergran
21-02-2012, 23:45
Not God, the Judeo/Christian religions are ultimately responsible for the holy season of Passover/Easter. But if you want to blame someone why not blame Andrew Castle.:boogie::grrr:
supergran
21-02-2012, 23:57
Carolyn.....if it hadn't been for YOU I wouldn't have known anything about the forum......so thanks again for that! Yes, I realised the first time we met in September last year that we were kindred spirits.....we even managed to synchronise (spontaneously!) our reactions and cheers for the great GB Team!! Can't really imagine life without tennis! See you in April.....I've ordered my U J hat already!!:lol: Have ordered my hat too. Thought it was time I kept ahead of things.:cheer:
Sallydaisy
22-02-2012, 00:01
Don’t blame it on the sunshine
Don’t blame it on the moonlight
Don’t blame it on the good times
Blame it on the boogie
:boogie::boogie::boogie::boogie::boogie:
Have ordered my hat too. Thought it was time I kept ahead of things.:cheer:
Yay SG and Passionanda!! We will all be on the telly now! However, ideally you also need UJ t-shirts, just in case our boy doesn't play!! Or even if he does actually, as the cameras always pick out people in UJ wear ... of that I am living proof!!
patmoren
22-02-2012, 18:28
Just watching a young man called Goffin from Belgium who is giving Tipsy a hard time. Something to consider for April!
supergran
23-02-2012, 15:29
Yay SG and Passionanda!! We will all be on the telly now! However, ideally you also need UJ t-shirts, just in case our boy doesn't play!! Or even if he does actually, as the cameras always pick out people in UJ wear ... of that I am living proof!!Have been looking...
Passionanda
23-02-2012, 16:52
Have been looking...
ME TOO, SG!! There are all different types of UJ t-shirts but NOT YET found the one I want!!
sally I might need an extra ticket for all 3 days but will not know for deffo till a few days time. can I let you know in next few days? Thanks:)
Sallydaisy
23-02-2012, 17:42
That's fine Cathy; our space is reserved so I can probably wait another couple of weeks for people to book/confirm.
:thumbup:
Will need that extra ticket Sally for all 3 days. just been confirmed. many thanks hun.:):thanks:
Passionanda
24-02-2012, 17:24
Yay SG and Passionanda!! We will all be on the telly now! However, ideally you also need UJ t-shirts, just in case our boy doesn't play!! Or even if he does actually, as the cameras always pick out people in UJ wear ... of that I am living proof!!
UJ hat arrived today and is perfect fit........just need to find a good t-shirt now.......haven't been able to get one like yours Caro....any suggestions!!??
UJ hat arrived today and is perfect fit........just need to find a good t-shirt now.......haven't been able to get one like yours Caro....any suggestions!!??few shops in and around the barras sell that kind of tat
few shops in and around the barras sell that kind of tatOr if you've got your fast trainers on you can usually get it for free
Or if you've got your fast trainers on you can usually get it for freeah a barras connoisseur
There's not many places you can see somebody steal a box of mars bars from the back of a stall and then start selling them 50 feet away...
There's not many places you can see somebody steal a box of mars bars from the back of a stall and then start selling them 50 feet away...
having deep fried them?
Don't mean to be ungrateful but could those going try not to do too many blogs, I still haven't finished reading all the ones from a fortnight ago!
Sallydaisy
24-02-2012, 22:17
:laugh::laugh::laugh:
hfwardhouse
24-02-2012, 22:35
:laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
:rolling: :rolling:
Don't mean to be ungrateful but could those going try not to do too many blogs, I still haven't finished reading all the ones from a fortnight ago!
Am busy currently with exam prep but you never know there might be a blog next week :)
supergran
25-02-2012, 15:38
My hat and scarf arrived on Thursday. T-shirt sorted...having it printed.:) This might be a silly question but how do I pack a cowboy hat?
patmoren
25-02-2012, 15:43
My hat and scarf arrived on Thursday. T-shirt sorted...having it printed.:) This might be a silly question but how do I pack a cowboy hat?
You don't, you clutch it in your hot little hand!
supergran
25-02-2012, 15:50
I am not carrying a cowboy hat plus handbag and pulling suitcase!! May have to stuff it into another bag.:lol:
You don't, you clutch it in your hot little hand!
Or wear it on your hot little head.........which is what I do ;)
jeannie13
25-02-2012, 17:47
I am not carrying a cowboy hat plus handbag and pulling suitcase!! May have to stuff it into another bag.:lol:
Where did you get your supplies from, Maureen?
supergran
25-02-2012, 19:58
Went on to Amazon, typed in Union Jack hats etc and went from there. Can't remember supplier but it was a link on Amazon. Very quick delivery and not expensive at all.
jeannie13
25-02-2012, 20:09
Went on to Amazon, typed in Union Jack hats etc and went from there. Can't remember supplier but it was a link on Amazon. Very quick delivery and not expensive at all.
Thanks maureen-I'll maybe try that. Bye the way, why don't you pack the hat into your main case & fill it with your knickers etc..that way that will keep its shape. Just remember to empty the hat before you put it on.:laugh::rolling:
supergran
25-02-2012, 20:13
I could couldn't I?...pants and scarves. Shall have a trial pack and see how it goes. Though I have worn knickers on my head on many an occasion.:laugh:
jeannie13
25-02-2012, 22:24
I could couldn't I?...pants and scarves. Shall have a trial pack and see how it goes. Though I have worn knickers on my head on many an occasion.:laugh:
Union jack ones would be appropriate--or maybe tartan ones when Andy is playing!!:big grin::barmy:
I could couldn't I?...pants and scarves. Shall have a trial pack and see how it goes. Though I have worn knickers on my head on many an occasion.:laugh:
Union jack ones would be appropriate--or maybe tartan ones when Andy is playing!!:big grin::barmy:
:laugh::laugh::laugh:
patmoren
26-02-2012, 09:50
Ladies please!!! :surrender:
Ladies please!!! :surrender:
Ladies...........??????????? :lol:
Passionanda
26-02-2012, 14:12
few shops in and around the barras sell that kind of tat
Thanks.....how come I always forget about the barras!!!!???
Passionanda
26-02-2012, 14:15
Where did you get your supplies from, Maureen?
My UJ Hat came from Amazon via "Party Domain Ltd"!
Passionanda
26-02-2012, 14:19
My hat and scarf arrived on Thursday. T-shirt sorted...having it printed.:) This might be a silly question but how do I pack a cowboy hat?
Good idea to have your t-shirt printed.....may just do that myself, SG!:thanks:
Yay, glad to see everyone is getting into the DC UJ spirit!! Glad your hat fits passionanda .... mine is way too big but would not part with it!! Too may autographs and too many memories!! Can't wait to see you in yours SG, I can just see you in first class on the train :laugh::laugh::laugh:
supergran
26-02-2012, 22:12
That would be funny. But I shall stow it in a bag. I wouldn't want to upset the business types who inhabit that part of the train.:lol:
That would be funny. But I shall stow it in a bag. I wouldn't want to upset the business types who inhabit that part of the train.:lol:
Oh fer goodness sakes and with all that talk of bags etc, here's me thinking you must be flying to Glasgow :lol:
supergran
27-02-2012, 13:57
Oh fer goodness sakes and with all that talk of bags etc, here's me thinking you must be flying to Glasgow :lol:I just happened to ask for advice in packing a cowboy hat. You know how innocent questions develop on here. It was a serious question as I know that many of you wear them.:):confused:
Sally it is deffo 3 tickets for all 3 days that I need and not 2. Thanks alot.
supergran
02-03-2012, 22:02
Sent for a t-shirt and it arrived a few days ago. Having another one printed. So I am well prepared for April.
Passionanda
02-03-2012, 22:16
Sent for a t-shirt and it arrived a few days ago. Having another one printed. So I am well prepared for April.
SG, sounds as if you're WELL prepared!! Look forward to seeing you in all your various 'outfits'!! :laugh:
Sent for a t-shirt and it arrived a few days ago. Having another one printed. So I am well prepared for April.
As long as its not an "I http://i54.photobucket.com/albums/g89/DenkouNova/smiley/heart.gif AllyB" one - i get easily embarrassed!
As long as its not an "I http://i892.photobucket.com/albums/ac126/rsts1981/TV%20net/stab.gif AllyB" one - i get easily offended might happen
Sent for a t-shirt and it arrived a few days ago. Having another one printed. So I am well prepared for April.
I do hope you're having some matching/complementing scarves made too!!! ;)
supergran
02-03-2012, 23:31
I do hope you're having some matching/complementing scarves made too!!! ;)I've already bought one with UJ design. Do you think I'll need more?:lol:
I've already bought one with UJ design. Do you think I'll need more?:lol:
Look, you and I both know (as I've learned from you), that a girl can never have too many scarves!!! :lol:
supergran
02-03-2012, 23:34
might happen Well, you've given me an idea. Killing two birds with one stone I could have "I love AllyB and Jaydu". Might just do that. Which colour for the letters? The t-shirt will be white.
supergran
02-03-2012, 23:36
Look, you and I both know (as I've learned from you), that a girl can never have too many scarves!!! :lol: You are a quick learner as well as a clever girl!:thumbup:;)
Well, you've given me an idea. Killing two birds with one stone I could have "I love AllyB and Jaydu". Might just do that. Which colour for the letters? The t-shirt will be white.
I'm sure there'll be a lovely design flying of J's computer any minute now!
supergran
02-03-2012, 23:41
I'm sure there'll be a lovely design flying of J's computer any minute now!About time...he's been very reluctant to brighten up our lives lately. Get him on the job!
supergran
02-03-2012, 23:49
:fanning:No dramatics....get on with it. Looking forward to my hug in April!:)
jeannie13
03-03-2012, 00:15
I saw two lassies at Andy's match with the female version of the "hey you Jimmie" hat -with long curly red hair. I'm toying with the idea of getting one!!! :laugh: Could call it the "hey you jeannie " hat.:rolling::rolling::laugh:
supergran
03-03-2012, 00:39
Saw them. You would look superb. Get me one!
hfwardhouse
03-03-2012, 10:30
I'm beginning to feel slightly relieved I'm not going now ;) :rolling:
always found those hats vaguely insulting
supergran
03-03-2012, 12:29
always found those hats vaguely insultingThink Jeannie was having a wee laugh. To be honest they are very unflattering. Do you find them insulting J because of the assumption that all Scots have big red hair and wear tam o' shanters?....Don't blame you but I think they are sold as joke wigs.
jeannie13
03-03-2012, 14:28
Think Jeannie was having a wee laugh. To be honest they are very unflattering. Do you find them insulting J because of the assumption that all Scots have big red hair and wear tam o' shanters?....Don't blame you but I think they are sold as joke wigs.
I was definately having a laugh!!:laugh: Maureen obviously understands my sense of humour.We'll just have to make do with the tartan knickers on our heads then,SG! :barmy. Away & look at those big stones, J.:banghead: They are joke wigs on sale to unsuspecting tourists all over edinburgh.:lol:
dont think its the hats in them self as such, just anytime some one puts one on the instantly turn into russ abbot, with the see you jimmy & gonna stick the nut in you patter
supergran
03-03-2012, 17:34
:doh::lol:
I was definately having a laugh!!:laugh: Maureen obviously understands my sense of humour.We'll just have to make do with the tartan knickers on our heads then,SG! :barmy. Away & look at those big stones, J.:banghead: They are joke wigs on sale to unsuspecting tourists all over edinburgh.:lol:I've checked and sadly there are only UJ underpants for men and no knickers. So you want me to look for tartan knickers now?
There's a UJ thong for women here (http://www.sisterfunbunny.com/knick1.html) if you're interested.
There's a UJ thong for women here (http://www.sisterfunbunny.com/knick1.html) if you're interested.:hide:
Looks like I have serious competition in the UJ stakes ..... *rushes off to UJ website to look for more supplies!!*
supergran
05-03-2012, 13:20
Looks like I have serious competition in the UJ stakes ..... *rushes off to UJ website to look for more supplies!!*If you're "going for a thong" you're very welcome!!:laugh:
There's a UJ thong for women here (http://www.sisterfunbunny.com/knick1.html) if you're interested.nice link ;)
KnightOwl
05-03-2012, 20:49
Sally - if it's not too late, can you put Dave & I down for all three days, please?
Sally - if it's not too late, can you put Dave & I down for all three days, please?if it is iwill let you have mine for a modest administration charge & handling fee :p
Sally - if it's not too late, can you put Dave & I down for all three days, please?
Oh goody, glad you 2 can make it! We are staying in the Campanile this time ... fancied a bit more "luxury"
KnightOwl
08-03-2012, 18:31
Yep, we'll be there too - I'm sure we'll see you in the bar :big grin:
supergran
08-03-2012, 23:01
Yep, we'll be there too - I'm sure we'll see you in the bar :big grin:Glad you'll be there. Looking forward to seeing you both again.:big grin:
Sallydaisy
12-03-2012, 13:43
Hi all
I've sent out emails (and a couple of PM's) to everyone going 'cos it's time to pay up!!!
:shades:
If you've not heard from me by 8pm today please send me a PM in the forum.
On this occasion I'll be POSTING OUT the tickets to all of you.
I have to work in the days before DC and might not get to Braehead until start of play on the Friday so I'd rather make sure you have them before you go!!! I'll be in touch about this nearer the time (and when I've got the tickets here!).
Cheers
:thumbup:
supergran
12-03-2012, 14:20
Thanks Sally.....done!!!
Not joining the block this time but we are making the trip to Braehead...I made myself some T shirts to wear and they arrived today :cheer:
http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn9/Lizzim_photo/IMAG0198.jpg
Payment sorted through phone bank sally and have emailed you the reference. Many thanks.:)
jeannie13
13-03-2012, 21:43
Cheque sent today by 1st class post. Many thanks Sally!
patmoren
14-03-2012, 11:01
Suggestions seem to be that Andy will not go to Braehead after the shock exit at Indian Wells but nothing official.
Wouldn't surprise me if he didn't. Felt he was hinting when he talked about team GB consolidating where they are rather than moving to the world group. This is a crucial time for him so if he doesn't go to DC I hope he doesn't get a load of flack. He needs to look out for his career first and foremost at the mo IMHO.
supergran
14-03-2012, 12:13
My thoughts exactly Pat.
..... and we'll have fun whoever is playing! As proved at the last tie which was one of the most exciting I have ever been to!
Having said that I wish they could sort out DC so that it was more important to the players like it used to be
..... and we'll have fun whoever is playing! As proved at the last tie which was one of the most exciting I have ever been to!
Having said that I wish they could sort out DC so that it was more important to the players like it used to be
I think it would be more important to Andy if there was more strength in depth. I can understand why he wouldn't feel the need to help GB back into the World Group when we are unlikley to achieve anything worthwhile once we get there.
..... and we'll have fun whoever is playing! As proved at the last tie which was one of the most exciting I have ever been to!
Having said that I wish they could sort out DC so that it was more important to the players like it used to be
Yep best one I've been to yet - the atmosphere and tension was fantastic!
Really wish that I could be there with you all :sad:
hfwardhouse
15-03-2012, 08:55
Me too :sad: :sad:
Bank transfer done last night Sally and have emailed you as well.
Linda, Jane and Pat - we will miss you too!! You guys are part of the DC furniture!!
hfwardhouse
15-03-2012, 14:01
Thanks Caro - gutted at the timing but there's nothing I can do - ****** sheep :grrr:
Passionanda
15-03-2012, 14:06
Cheque in the post, Sally, you may even have received it by now?! Got the hat, ordered the t-shirt (hopefully Andy will be there to see my 'Come on Andy' one as well!!) so now just waiting for the DC weekend! Thanks again for organising tickets SD!
Thanks Caro - gutted at the timing but there's nothing I can do - ****** sheep :grrr:
At least it doesn't look like you will be missing Andy ...
Sallydaisy
15-03-2012, 21:17
Hi all
I've sent out emails (and a couple of PM's) to everyone going 'cos it's time to pay up!!!
:shades:
If you've not heard from me by 8pm today please send me a PM in the forum.
On this occasion I'll be POSTING OUT the tickets to all of you.
I have to work in the days before DC and might not get to Braehead until start of play on the Friday so I'd rather make sure you have them before you go!!! I'll be in touch about this nearer the time (and when I've got the tickets here!).
Cheers
:thumbup:
Thanks to all of you who've paid. Just chasing one or two more by email.
:)
ah best check my email:shamed:
My latest DC related purchases :)417
JAMES4578
17-03-2012, 17:31
You're all set Lizziim!:cheer:
jeannie13
26-03-2012, 19:55
What time does the friday match start ? Also when will we receive our tickets?
The team is as I expected, by the way.
Sallydaisy
26-03-2012, 22:53
What time does the friday match start ? Also when will we receive our tickets?
The team is as I expected, by the way.
I should have them this week and will send them out next day; envelopes are all ready and waiting!!!
The DC site shows the matches starting at 1pm on all 3 days.
I've moved the other posts over to the thread about the 'tie'.
IThe DC site shows the matches starting at 1pm on all 3 days..
That's a shame. The Friday matches started later for the last 2 ties .... and our flight won't get in on time for the first match if that's the case. Earlier flight cheap seats were all sold out so it was the lunchtime flight or nothing :sad:
lankster2003
28-03-2012, 21:26
That's a shame. The Friday matches started later for the last 2 ties .... and our flight won't get in on time for the first match if that's the case. Earlier flight cheap seats were all sold out so it was the lunchtime flight or nothing :sad:
Bummer :sad: At least Mr Harman will be pleased
Sallydaisy
30-03-2012, 15:00
Just typing the DC letters and my spell-checker changed Wetherspoons to Waterspouts ........
:hmm:
im still not green, that cant be good?
Sallydaisy
31-03-2012, 00:02
im still not green, that cant be good?
You are now!!! That's an oops from me for not updating after I'd been to the bank.
The tickets were all posted out today so please post when you receive them. Some didn't go until 6.30pm last night (collection 6.45pm) so I'll be surprised if you receive them before Monday!
:thumbup:
jeannie13
31-03-2012, 10:40
You are now!!! That's an oops from me for not updating after I'd been to the bank.
The tickets were all posted out today so please post when you receive them. Some didn't go until 6.30pm last night (collection 6.45pm) so I'll be surprised if you receive them before Monday!
:thumbup:
My tickets have just arrived, Sally. Many thanks for your work.:thanks::cheer: Good to see we are more central this time. Looking forward a lot to meeting up with everyone again.:wino:
Sallydaisy
31-03-2012, 10:49
My tickets have just arrived, Sally.
:phew:
Was beginning to think none had made it ......
:thumbup:
Elizabeth
31-03-2012, 11:31
Tickets just arrived Sally. Many thanks and looking forward to meeting up with everyone again.
JAMES4578
31-03-2012, 11:35
My tickets have also just been delivered, thanks Sally! The start time is indeed 1 pm on all 3 days.
even made it this far thanks sally
Sallydaisy
31-03-2012, 13:44
even made it this far thanks sally
:thumbup:
That's amazing really considering yours was only posted at 5pm here yesterday (postie was waiting with the sack on the dot of collection time).
And this far...
Thanx, Sally
And this far...
Thanx, Sallythink i still win the furthest north stakes tho :p
:thumbup:
That's amazing really considering yours was only posted at 5pm here yesterday (postie was waiting with the sack on the dot of collection time).that not bad ,the post comes from stornoway at 8am be hard pushed to hand deliver it quicker
Sallydaisy
31-03-2012, 14:35
that not bad ,the post comes from stornoway at 8am be hard pushed to hand deliver it quicker
Yep, I was trying to work out how they'd do it. It's possible to drive to Glasgow in 6hrs from here (ahem) and I think it takes you about 5.5hrs from Glasgow to your ferry so that'd take until approx 5am. I don't know how long the ferry crossing is.
There's a main sorting office at High Wycombe so it's got quick access to the rail lines and no doubt goes o'night London to Glasgow and beyond but there's still a fair bit of man-handling of post to get it onto the right trains. The Royal Mail abandoned the Mail Sorting trains some time back but I think some have been reinstated which would allow quite a lot of presorting ahead of arrival at main Scottish stations.
Yep, I was trying to work out how they'd do it. It's possible to drive to Glasgow in 6hrs from here (ahem) and I think it takes you about 5.5hrs from Glasgow to your ferry so that'd take until approx 5am. I don't know how long the ferry crossing is.
There's a main sorting office at High Wycombe so it's got quick access to the rail lines and no doubt goes o'night London to Glasgow and beyond but there's still a fair bit of man-handling of post to get it onto the right trains. The Royal Mail abandoned the Mail Sorting trains some time back but I think some have been reinstated which would allow quite a lot of presorting ahead of arrival at main Scottish stations.i think a lot of it is flown up, i know certainly the final leg is flown between inverness - stornoway
patmoren
31-03-2012, 15:41
I hope you all have a great time, if it is anything like the last one!!!!!! Will miss not being there, the first one for some considerable time but at least I can visualise where you are and what you are up to. Big brother is watching you.
Passionanda
31-03-2012, 16:02
Thanks again, Sally, tickets were waiting for me when I got back from the shops...the only thing that came in the post today...SO much better than a bill! Looking forward to seeing you all next weekend!
Passionanda
31-03-2012, 16:07
Really sorry you won't be up in time for the first match! I'll try to make up for your absence by cheering on GB even louder, if that's possible!! See you Friday!
That's a shame. The Friday matches started later for the last 2 ties .... and our flight won't get in on time for the first match if that's the case. Earlier flight cheap seats were all sold out so it was the lunchtime flight or nothing :sad:
:thanks: Thanks Sally, tickets were waiting for me when I got home from work
ferry booked ready for the off
got my tickets yesterday. Thank you sally.:):thanks::tennis:
Tie-break
01-04-2012, 19:44
Thanks Sally, the tickets were waiting when I got home from holiday today. Returned just in time to see the final. Wish I could say 'enjoy the final' but never mind.
KnightOwl
02-04-2012, 12:10
Tickets arrived safely this morning - many thanks, Sally :flowers:
Hoping my tickets will be waiting for me when I get home from work today. Was away for the weekend and no post at all when we got back yesterday.
Can't believe we are going to miss the start of the first match! How very dare they change the start time from the last 2 ties!!! Really looking forward to seeing you all and some good tennis. Go team GB!!!!!!!!!
Still no tickets ....... Not panicking just yet
Sallydaisy
02-04-2012, 20:26
That is very odd Caro; yours went out with the main batch of about 10/12 and all the others have arrived.
:confused:
JAMES4578
02-04-2012, 20:28
Hopefully the tickets will be with you soon Caro!
Sallydaisy
03-04-2012, 09:15
Hi everyone. We have 1 spare ticket for Friday 6th April.
If you know anyone that is interested please PM either myself, Davech or Knightowl.
The ticket can be picked up at Braehead, originally £25 but we can do a 'deal' ...
Cheers
:thumbup:
Hi everyone. We have 1 spare ticket for Friday 6th April.
If you know anyone that is interested please PM either myself, Davech or Knightowl.
The ticket can be picked up at Braehead, originally £25 but we can do a 'deal' ...
Cheers
:thumbup:
It might be me at this rate!! Hope tickets there when I get home today ....
Sallydaisy
03-04-2012, 11:35
It might be me at this rate!! Hope tickets there when I get home today ....
Caro - if there is really a problem with your tickets not arriving we can get them cancelled and re-issued for collection from the Box Office when you arrive so please don't fret about it.
:flowers:
Really wish I could be there with you all - but I am leading the childrens' Way of the Cross service on Friday so just can't do it :sad:
Quick question - does the campanile have hairdriers in the rooms?
KnightOwl
03-04-2012, 23:07
Quick question - does the campanile have hairdriers in the rooms?
Our room did in Feb, yes - the tethered kind where you can't move far from where they're attached - not very powerful, and you have to keep your finger on the button for it to keep going - not brilliant, but it will dry your hair :)
Our room did in Feb, yes - the tethered kind where you can't move far from where they're attached - not very powerful, and you have to keep your finger on the button for it to keep going - not brilliant, but it will dry your hair :)
Brilliant, saves me bringing mine :)
KnightOwl
04-04-2012, 09:32
Any sign of your tickets yet, Caro?
lankster2003
04-04-2012, 10:35
Quick question - does the campanile have hairdriers in the rooms?
So you're coming over to the dark side? Good stuff :)
lankster2003
04-04-2012, 10:36
Caro - if there is really a problem with your tickets not arriving we can get them cancelled and re-issued for collection from the Box Office when you arrive so please don't fret about it.
:flowers:
At least that's something :)
Aha, someone else who needs to learn how to multi-quote!
4:30 AM start tomorrow :eek:
Sallydaisy
04-04-2012, 19:20
4:30 AM start tomorrow :eek:
Tomorrow is Thursday ... are you coming over a day earlY?
Tomorrow is Thursday ... are you coming over a day earlY?ye the 1 pm start messed it up for me, the ferry dosnt hit the mainland till 9:30 no way could i make 1pm start
just gonna have a leisurely drive down tomorrow
Good wishes to everyone travelling to DC. I hope you all have a wonderful time! And each of you drink a bottle of wine for me!
They won't be restricting their wine intake for anybody!
I wasn't suggesting they restrict their intake - I was suggesting they drink an additoinal bottle - provided the Travelodge don't run out AGAIN!
hfwardhouse
04-04-2012, 21:28
They can have an additional bottle for me too ;) :wino:
I'll be able to toast the lads on Sunday with the end of lent :yahoo:
Sallydaisy
04-04-2012, 21:36
I wasn't suggesting they restrict their intake - I was suggesting they drink an additoinal bottle - provided the Travelodge don't run out AGAIN!
As a precaution I think the majority are staying at the Campanile this time!!!
I wouldn't mind betting Supergran has already been in contact with the Bar Manager there ...
;)
I'm afraid I'm not going to Davis Cup after all .....
:crying:
I knew back in February that the most I could do would be Friday because someone had provisionally booked me to work on Easter Sunday. I'd hoped to travel up late Thur night, stay 2 nights and leave Glasgow at 5am Saturday morning to ensure I was home in time to cover the prep required for Sunday. Unfortunately, the client requirements are quite complicated and I need more time ahead of Sunday to ensure all goes well. It'd be a very costly trip for a few hours tennis and I'd be worrying most of the time about getting back without incident; can't afford to jeopardise business 'cos I'm self-employed.
I've laid in a small stock of wine to ensure I don't miss out ......
:wino:
Hope you all have a jolly good time!
Please look after anyone who is joining us for the first time at Davis Cup (tie-break!).
Fiona and Dave have copies of all the details (including the all important seating plan) and will help with any queries. I'm PM'ing/DM'ing all those going regarding contact numbers.
I hope I'll be able to watch most of the rubbers on Friday and Saturday on a livestream.
But it really won't be the same as being part of the Murray Forum fans and and friends.
I'm gutted (amongst other unprintable words) that I can't be there on this occasion.
:grrr:
KnightOwl
04-04-2012, 22:50
It won't be the same without you Sally - same goes for Jane, Pat, Pabbers & Linda - we'll miss you, but we aim to have a fab time anyway ;)
JAMES4578
05-04-2012, 06:40
Real pity you can't make it after all Sally! Bad luck too Linda, jane, Pat and Pabbers, but sure there'll be chances in the future!
To all of you lucky lot heading to Braehead tomorrow...........ENJOY and get those vocal cords limbered up!:cheer:
lankster2003
05-04-2012, 09:27
It's a shame that there's going to be so many missing for this tie. We'll all just need to make that extra little bit of noise to make up for it. I'm certainly game!
Hope all who are going have a great time! Cheer on behalf of the rest of us!
I hope to catch some of the livestream. It's a tall order for the lads, but you never know - good luck GB :cheer:
Hope everyone going has a great time. :yahoioi: :yahoo: :yahoo:
Hope you all shout and cheer hard :cheer: :mexican:
KnightOwl
05-04-2012, 15:27
Arrived safely in Glasgow - bumped into Maureen when we got off the train, so we were able to share a cab to the hotel, rather than slum it on the bus :big grin:
Bored now - Dave's decided to have a kip, but despite waking up at 04:00 this morning, I'm not even slightly sleepy.
Is it too early for wine??
lankster2003
05-04-2012, 16:05
Arrived safely in Glasgow - bumped into Maureen when we got off the train, so we were able to share a cab to the hotel, rather than slum it on the bus :big grin:
Bored now - Dave's decided to have a kip, but despite waking up at 04:00 this morning, I'm not even slightly sleepy.
Is it too early for wine??
As long as you have company ;)
MurrayAOne
05-04-2012, 17:21
Arrived safely in Glasgow - bumped into Maureen when we got off the train, so we were able to share a cab to the hotel, rather than slum it on the bus :big grin:
Bored now - Dave's decided to have a kip, but despite waking up at 04:00 this morning, I'm not even slightly sleepy.
Is it too early for wine??
Certainly not. Did you have some?
hfwardhouse
05-04-2012, 17:26
Arrived safely in Glasgow - bumped into Maureen when we got off the train, so we were able to share a cab to the hotel, rather than slum it on the bus :big grin:
Bored now - Dave's decided to have a kip, but despite waking up at 04:00 this morning, I'm not even slightly sleepy.
Is it too early for wine??
Never ;)
Really sorry to hear that you're going to miss it too, Sally :grouphug:
greatunclebulgaria
05-04-2012, 17:49
Have a great time and safe trip all who are travelling and feel free to partake of my share of the wine cheer loudly and will watch for you all on TV hoping for the big W :cheer::cheer::cheer:
Sallydaisy
05-04-2012, 20:36
Jeannie13, Passionanda and Supergran - I've sent a PM to you asking for information.
Can you respond a.s.a.p.?
Ta
:flowers:
patmoren
05-04-2012, 21:29
Sorry you can't make it either Sally, it was a very difficult weekend for them to choose. Hope the job goes well to make up for it.
KnightOwl
05-04-2012, 21:41
As long as you have company ;)
Does sleeping company count? ;)
Certainly not. Did you have some?
Little bit...
Never ;)
Precisely :big grin:
KnightOwl
06-04-2012, 10:48
Sitting in the Arena on our own - no-one else has turned up yet :crying:
Sallydaisy
06-04-2012, 10:53
Sitting in the Arena on our own - no-one else has turned up yet :crying:
Well, there's an hour to go so hopefully some of the others will find you!!!
You might spot Jambon/Kels/Lankster/Michelle/LizCurran over the other side - they're often by the player area after autographs.
;)
hfwardhouse
06-04-2012, 11:03
Wonder when the TV coverage starts .... I shall wander over and switch it on momentarily - it's got to be more entertaining than the envelope stuffing that's on the desk!
Wonder if the court announcer talks like that at home? ..."pass me the saaaaaaaaaaaallllllllllllllllttttttttttt......."
Sallydaisy
06-04-2012, 12:02
Wonder if the court announcer talks like that at home? ..."pass me the saaaaaaaaaaaallllllllllllllllttttttttttt......."
Mr Harman agrees with you ......... as do others!!!
WallaceEmann
As good a bloke as he is, Phil Leighton is no MC!
NeilHarman
Where do they find these MCs at the tennis? This one sounds as if he's been dropped from the wrestling. Absolutely embarrassing
WallaceEmann
@NeilHarmanTimes (https://twitter.com/#%21/NeilHarmanTimes) Phil's a coach, not an MC.
:lol:
hfwardhouse
06-04-2012, 21:16
:lol:
Poor Phil - he wasn't very good ... wonder where the usual guy is!
Tie-break
09-04-2012, 10:03
I had a great time at Braehead - thanks to everyone who made me so welcome. What a friendly bunch!
lankster2003
09-04-2012, 14:48
Well, there's an hour to go so hopefully some of the others will find you!!!
You might spot Jambon/Kels/Lankster/Michelle/LizCurran over the other side - they're often by the player area after autographs.
;)
We were there at 11 each day without fail :)
lankster2003
09-04-2012, 14:49
:lol:
Poor Phil - he wasn't very good ... wonder where the usual guy is!
Always wondered what his name was!
Sallydaisy
09-04-2012, 15:37
I had a great time at Braehead - thanks to everyone who made me so welcome. What a friendly bunch!
Glad you enjoyed it T-B!
:thumbup:
Now, how about some blogs for those of us who didn't make it to Braehead this time?
:flowers:
Even better - photos!!!
Please, please, please ..............
:p
Glad you enjoyed it T-B!
:thumbup:
Now, how about some blogs for those of us who didn't make it to Braehead this time?
:flowers:
Even better - photos!!!
Please, please, please ..............
:p
I might be able to satisfy that request....eventually :)
KnightOwl
09-04-2012, 17:34
I had a great time at Braehead - thanks to everyone who made me so welcome. What a friendly bunch!
It was lovely to meet you - we had a great time - hope you'll join us again if we ever get another home tie :big grin:
We were there at 11 each day without fail :)
Saw Lizzim and bf on tv yesterday. Somebody's probably posted that already but I haven't had time to read the whole thread.
Elizabeth
09-04-2012, 19:19
Enjoyed the weekend at Braehead in spite of the fact that we did not wi. It was nice to see you all again and I hope everyone travelled home safely. I look forward to seeing you all again next year wherever it may be.
Tie-break
09-04-2012, 20:31
It was lovely to meet you - we had a great time - hope you'll join us again if we ever get another home tie :big grin:
Thanks. I will definitely try to come - even to an away gig!
KnightOwl
09-04-2012, 21:46
Had a slightly weird end to the weekend - we got back to the hotel to find we couldn't get into our room! The electronic key card didn't work, and when a passing cleaner tried hers, it didn't work either. We were cold and damp, but I trekked down to reception to ask, and was told that probably the battery had run out in the door mechanism - these things run on batteries?!?
The receptionist didn't know how to change the battery, but she let us in with her manual pass-key, and said that the guy who could change the battery would come on shift in about half an hour and he would do it then. Two hours later, no sign. So I went back down and the chap on reception said he would be up shortly - he was, but only to tell us that they only have one "gadget" to open the door mechanism so you can change the battery, and the guy who has it wasn't available. Naturally, I asked if there was some way they could get it from him, and they said "no, he's not in Scotland"! Apparently, he'd gone out of the country, and "didn't realise he had it on him"! Obviously, keeping a spare in the office wasn't something they'd considered.
So, basically, our only option was to change room - now as many of you probably already know, Dave & I don't travel light! It took a good half an hour for us to gradually transfer everything - shoes, toothbrushes, books, clothes, cameras etc etc - from one room to the other...
When I went down to give them the original card key back, I said I would expect to see some sort of gesture-of-goodwill on the bill when we check out tomorrow, but I'm not convinced!
We've been out for the evening, but are now back in the new room - drinking mugs of wine, because there aren't any glasses :big grin:
Had a slightly weird end to the weekend - we got back to the hotel to find we couldn't get into our room! The electronic key card didn't work, and when a passing cleaner tried hers, it didn't work either. We were cold and damp, but I trekked down to reception to ask, and was told that probably the battery had run out in the door mechanism - these things run on batteries?!?
The receptionist didn't know how to change the battery, but she let us in with her manual pass-key, and said that the guy who could change the battery would come on shift in about half an hour and he would do it then. Two hours later, no sign. So I went back down and the chap on reception said he would be up shortly - he was, but only to tell us that they only have one "gadget" to open the door mechanism so you can change the battery, and the guy who has it wasn't available. Naturally, I asked if there was some way they could get it from him, and they said "no, he's not in Scotland"! Apparently, he'd gone out of the country, and "didn't realise he had it on him"! Obviously, keeping a spare in the office wasn't something they'd considered.
So, basically, our only option was to change room - now as many of you probably already know, Dave & I don't travel light! It took a good half an hour for us to gradually transfer everything - shoes, toothbrushes, books, clothes, cameras etc etc - from one room to the other...
When I went down to give them the original card key back, I said I would expect to see some sort of gesture-of-goodwill on the bill when we check out tomorrow, but I'm not convinced!
We've been out for the evening, but are now back in the new room - drinking mugs of wine, because there aren't any glasses :big grin:
That's very odd - the same thing happened to me on Sunday, in the sense of not being able to get into my room despite numerous attempts - they just coded another key for me (as if I had just arrived) and I got in fine using that. The same thing had happened to the person just behind me at reception (a bit too much of a coincidence?) and they did the same for them too.
I wonder if the problem with your room is as simple as that too and it's just that the two(?) competent members of staff (Dorota and one of the men, whose name I didn't get) are both having a day off today - the rest seemed nice enough but pretty clueless. (not that it's necessarily their fault, of course!)
KnightOwl
09-04-2012, 22:09
That's very odd - the same thing happened to me on Sunday, in the sense of not being able to get into my room despite numerous attempts - they just coded another key for me (as if I had just arrived) and I got in fine using that. The same thing had happened to the person just behind me at reception (a bit too much of a coincidence?) and they did the same for them too.
I wonder if the problem with your room is as simple as that too and it's just that the two(?) competent members of staff (Dorota and one of the men, whose name I didn't get) are both having a day off today - the rest seemed nice enough but pretty clueless. (not that it's necessarily their fault, of course!)
Yes - most of them seemed very nice, but not too likely to be able to tie their shoelaces without a few hints :big grin:
You might be right, although the fact the the cleaner couldn't get in either was a bit weird - I would imagine her key should work on all rooms - having said that, if the battery had gone, how was it able to give us a red light when we stuck our key-card in...?
Had a brilliant weekend despite the loss. The "no tickets" issue was no problem other than on the first day when they had to get the supervisor to authorise. She then asked for our tickets
:confused::confused:
If we had tickets we wouldn't need replacements would we?!!
Really enjoyed everyone's company and a big :thanks: to Lizzim for the loan of her monster flag ... gonna have to get one for next year!
Glad to hear you may be up for an away tie tiebreak, it seems more likely. Hope a few more could manage it too. Me and Gill will definitely be up for it if somewhere accessible
KnightOwl
10-04-2012, 14:38
Likewise - we've never been to an away tie before, so if it's somewhere in reasonably easy reach, it would be a whole new experience :)
Sallydaisy
10-04-2012, 14:42
Thanks. I will definitely try to come - even to an away gig!
Glad to hear you may be up for an away tie tiebreak, it seems more likely. Hope a few more could manage it too. Me and Gill will definitely be up for it if somewhere accessible
Likewise - we've never been to an away tie before, so if it's somewhere in reasonably easy reach, it would be a whole new experience :)
If we went to an overseas tie we'd almost certainly be able (via the LTA) to get tickets behind the players i.e. in the reserved space for 'away' supporters.
:dance::dance::dance:
If we went to an overseas tie we'd almost certainly be able (via the LTA) to get tickets behind the players i.e. in the reserved space for 'away' supporters.
:dance::dance::dance:
Woo hoo! Posted on the other thread that I thought you would be able to get block booking seats via the LTA Sally. Wouldn't it be fantastic if a few of us could go? Getting excited already!!!
Wait a minute girl it could be South Africa yet!
Sallydaisy
10-04-2012, 17:37
Wait a minute girl it could be South Africa yet!
I'd have to start saving now for that ........ hopefully somewhere in Europe for cost reasons!!!
For me at least anyway.
:shades:
JAMES4578
10-04-2012, 18:51
Had a slightly weird end to the weekend - we got back to the hotel to find we couldn't get into our room! The electronic key card didn't work, and when a passing cleaner tried hers, it didn't work either. We were cold and damp, but I trekked down to reception to ask, and was told that probably the battery had run out in the door mechanism - these things run on batteries?!?
The receptionist didn't know how to change the battery, but she let us in with her manual pass-key, and said that the guy who could change the battery would come on shift in about half an hour and he would do it then. Two hours later, no sign. So I went back down and the chap on reception said he would be up shortly - he was, but only to tell us that they only have one "gadget" to open the door mechanism so you can change the battery, and the guy who has it wasn't available. Naturally, I asked if there was some way they could get it from him, and they said "no, he's not in Scotland"! Apparently, he'd gone out of the country, and "didn't realise he had it on him"! Obviously, keeping a spare in the office wasn't something they'd considered.
So, basically, our only option was to change room - now as many of you probably already know, Dave & I don't travel light! It took a good half an hour for us to gradually transfer everything - shoes, toothbrushes, books, clothes, cameras etc etc - from one room to the other...
When I went down to give them the original card key back, I said I would expect to see some sort of gesture-of-goodwill on the bill when we check out tomorrow, but I'm not convinced!
We've been out for the evening, but are now back in the new room - drinking mugs of wine, because there aren't any glasses :big grin:
That's very odd - the same thing happened to me on Sunday, in the sense of not being able to get into my room despite numerous attempts - they just coded another key for me (as if I had just arrived) and I got in fine using that. The same thing had happened to the person just behind me at reception (a bit too much of a coincidence?) and they did the same for them too.
I wonder if the problem with your room is as simple as that too and it's just that the two(?) competent members of staff (Dorota and one of the men, whose name I didn't get) are both having a day off today - the rest seemed nice enough but pretty clueless. (not that it's necessarily their fault, of course!)
That certainly was a bit of a palaver Fiona, but I suppose all was ok in the end! Hope you all found the hotel fine otherwise! I was in the same boat in a hotel a while ago now, and it was sorted very quickly.
hfwardhouse
10-04-2012, 19:46
The travelodge told us every time we'd have to get our keys recoded cos of going into XScape .... no idea why - maybe there's a force field ;)
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