VHTB - 24/02/09
25/02/09 18:50
It was a case of missed chances against Peterborough in a game where we deserved a point .That draws us closer to the relegation mix.
Crewe 3rd March ko 7.45pm
Please order tickets by Thursday 26th February priced at £18.60 for adults, £14.70 for seniors, £8.30 U17 & £4.40 U12 . Have you ever seen such crazy pricing ? I hope the stewards carry plenty of change !
The meeting point if applicable will be determined by the nominated distributor.
Yeovil 7th March ko 3pm
Prices Seated: Adult £16
Senior (65+) £12
Junior, under 16 £6
Prices Terracing: Adult £15
Seniors (65+) £10
Students with NUS cards £10
Juniors, under 16 £5
I have orders from Dave Brown, Mike Carruthers, Dave Croxford, Alan Millington, Mike Kilner ,Ken Hullock & Jason Boswell.
Groupsave will be available on the 1020 from Waterloo arriving at Yeovil Junction at 1233 at just over £20 per head if in groups of 4. Please register your interest with me.
***** If you are ordering tickets please keep your TDS topped up . You can check your balance on our website at
http://www.carlislelondonbranch.org/travel/ticketdeposit.html
Southend 21st March ko 3pm
Yet more bizarre pricing for this one where adults are £19.60, seniors £12.70 , U17 £9,80, 17-20 and students £11.75 & family ticket ( 1 adult & 1 junior ) £19.60. So basically under 17's go free as we can link any additional juniors onto single adult tickets. The deadline for ordering is 5pm Monday 16th March.
I have orders from Gordon Gaddes, Neil Nixon, Dave Croxford & Mike Carruthers.
The ticket distribution place is a new one for this season - the Nelson Hotel on North Road http://www.beerintheevening.com/pubs/s/27/27855/Nelson_Hotel/Westcliff_on_Sea
Please register for groupsave on the 1155 from Liverpool Street to Prittlewell with the cost likely to be around £7 for adults and £1 for children.
End of Season Celebrations
The group of 52 for the Millwall game have been sent a seperate message to confirm payment arrangements.
I have only a few places left at the Annual Awards Dinner at the Shepherds Inn on Sunday 3rd May at a cost of £33 per head. These are always great occasions. If you want to go let me know ASAP.
Hit The Bar!
The deadline for the next issue is 8th March so please contribute reports, letters and general craic. Colour pictures really enhance the magazine - not football action on the pitch because of copyright .Why not write a letter to the Editor. What is your reaction to the season so far ? Have you heard any Degsy Balls ? Has he made many recently ? Any Carlisle/Football jokes would also be welcome.
Please email Dave Brown : editor@carlislelondonbranch.org with all your contributions.
Simon Clarkson
*** 24th February 1973 - 24,000 packed into Brunton Park and saw United just come up short in a 2-1 defeat to Arsenal in the FA cup 5th rd ( reproduced with kind permission from ' On This Day ' ).
Crewe 3rd March ko 7.45pm
Please order tickets by Thursday 26th February priced at £18.60 for adults, £14.70 for seniors, £8.30 U17 & £4.40 U12 . Have you ever seen such crazy pricing ? I hope the stewards carry plenty of change !
The meeting point if applicable will be determined by the nominated distributor.
Yeovil 7th March ko 3pm
Prices Seated: Adult £16
Senior (65+) £12
Junior, under 16 £6
Prices Terracing: Adult £15
Seniors (65+) £10
Students with NUS cards £10
Juniors, under 16 £5
I have orders from Dave Brown, Mike Carruthers, Dave Croxford, Alan Millington, Mike Kilner ,Ken Hullock & Jason Boswell.
Groupsave will be available on the 1020 from Waterloo arriving at Yeovil Junction at 1233 at just over £20 per head if in groups of 4. Please register your interest with me.
***** If you are ordering tickets please keep your TDS topped up . You can check your balance on our website at
http://www.carlislelondonbranch.org/travel/ticketdeposit.html
Southend 21st March ko 3pm
Yet more bizarre pricing for this one where adults are £19.60, seniors £12.70 , U17 £9,80, 17-20 and students £11.75 & family ticket ( 1 adult & 1 junior ) £19.60. So basically under 17's go free as we can link any additional juniors onto single adult tickets. The deadline for ordering is 5pm Monday 16th March.
I have orders from Gordon Gaddes, Neil Nixon, Dave Croxford & Mike Carruthers.
The ticket distribution place is a new one for this season - the Nelson Hotel on North Road http://www.beerintheevening.com/pubs/s/27/27855/Nelson_Hotel/Westcliff_on_Sea
Please register for groupsave on the 1155 from Liverpool Street to Prittlewell with the cost likely to be around £7 for adults and £1 for children.
End of Season Celebrations
The group of 52 for the Millwall game have been sent a seperate message to confirm payment arrangements.
I have only a few places left at the Annual Awards Dinner at the Shepherds Inn on Sunday 3rd May at a cost of £33 per head. These are always great occasions. If you want to go let me know ASAP.
Hit The Bar!
The deadline for the next issue is 8th March so please contribute reports, letters and general craic. Colour pictures really enhance the magazine - not football action on the pitch because of copyright .Why not write a letter to the Editor. What is your reaction to the season so far ? Have you heard any Degsy Balls ? Has he made many recently ? Any Carlisle/Football jokes would also be welcome.
Please email Dave Brown : editor@carlislelondonbranch.org with all your contributions.
Simon Clarkson
*** 24th February 1973 - 24,000 packed into Brunton Park and saw United just come up short in a 2-1 defeat to Arsenal in the FA cup 5th rd ( reproduced with kind permission from ' On This Day ' ).
VHTB - 22/02/09
22/02/09 10:03
Listen to Dennis Booth's very honest assessment of the home defeat to Stockport http://www.carlisleunited.co.uk/page/NewsDetail/0,,10361~1565903,00.html via the free trial on United World.
I am sure you will be impressed by this fantastic product sponsored by the London Branch and one that we are keen to continue to be associated with. As well as providing audio commentary, video highlights and press briefings, did you know that Carlisle united receive 65% of all subscriptions ? This past week also saw the addition of an excellent series of interviews with Eric Kinder
Peterborough 24th February ko 7.45pm
Tickets have been posted to Alan Millington, Ian Simpson, Ken Hullock, Chris Holmes, Harold Bowron & Dave Brown . Please confirm receipt to me please.
For those that have time, the pre match meeting point is a barge - Charters Bar, Town Bridge, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE1 1EH
http://www.beerintheevening.com/pubs/s/20/2082/Charters_Bar/Peterborough
Crewe 3rd March ko 7.45pm
Please order tickets by Thursday 26th February priced at £18.60 for adults, £14.70 for seniors, £8.30 U17 & £4.40 U12 . Have you ever seen such crazy pricing ? I hope the stewards carry plenty of change !
The meeting point if applicable will be determined by the nominated distributor.
Yeovil 7th March ko 3pm
Prices Seated: Adult £16
Senior (65+) £12
Junior, under 16 £6
Prices Terracing: Adult £15
Seniors (65+) £10
Students with NUS cards £10
Juniors, under 16 £5
I have orders from Dave Brown, Mike Carruthers, Dave Croxford, Alan Millington, Mike Kilner ,Ken Hullock & Jason Boswell.
Groupsave will be available on the 1020 from Waterloo arriving at Yeovil Junction at 1233 at just over £20 per head if in groups of 4. Please register your interest with me.
***** If you are ordering tickets please keep your TDS topped up . You can check your balance on our website at
http://www.carlislelondonbranch.org/travel/ticketdeposit.html
Southend 21st March ko 3pm
Yet more bizarre pricing for this one where adults are £19.60, seniors £12.70 , U17 £9,80, 17-20 and students £11.75 & family ticket ( 1 adult & 1 junior ) £19.60. So basically under 17's go free as we can link any additional juniors onto single adult tickets. The deadline for ordering is 5pm Monday 16th March.
I have orders from Gordon Gaddes, Neil Nixon, Dave Croxford & Mike Carruthers.
The ticket distribution place is a new one for this season - the Nelson Hotel on North Road http://www.beerintheevening.com/pubs/s/27/27855/Nelson_Hotel/Westcliff_on_Sea
Please register for groupsave on the 1155 from Liverpool Street to Prittlewell with the cost likely to be around £7 for adults and £1 for children.
End of Season Celebrations
There was exceptional demand for the Millwall sponsorship game on 2nd May and at the moment I can not guarantee any more places. You can still register an interest and I will attempt to get places.
I have only a few places left at the Annual Awards Dinner at the Shepherds Inn on the following evening Sunday 3rd May at a cost of £33 per head. These are always great occasions. If you want to go let me know ASAP.
Hit The Bar!
The deadline for the next issue is 8th March so please contribute reports, letters and general craic. Colour pictures really enhance the magazine - not football action on the pitch because of copyright .Why not write a letter to the Editor. What is your reaction to the season so far ? Have you heard any Degsy Balls ? Has he made many recently ? Any Carlisle/Football jokes would also be welcome.
Please email Dave Brown : editor@carlislelondonbranch.org with all your contributions.
Simon Clarkson
*** 22nd February 2003 - Stuart Green scores the only goal on his debut in a much needed victory at Rochdale ( reproduced with kind permission from ' On This Day ' ).
I am sure you will be impressed by this fantastic product sponsored by the London Branch and one that we are keen to continue to be associated with. As well as providing audio commentary, video highlights and press briefings, did you know that Carlisle united receive 65% of all subscriptions ? This past week also saw the addition of an excellent series of interviews with Eric Kinder
Peterborough 24th February ko 7.45pm
Tickets have been posted to Alan Millington, Ian Simpson, Ken Hullock, Chris Holmes, Harold Bowron & Dave Brown . Please confirm receipt to me please.
For those that have time, the pre match meeting point is a barge - Charters Bar, Town Bridge, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE1 1EH
http://www.beerintheevening.com/pubs/s/20/2082/Charters_Bar/Peterborough
Crewe 3rd March ko 7.45pm
Please order tickets by Thursday 26th February priced at £18.60 for adults, £14.70 for seniors, £8.30 U17 & £4.40 U12 . Have you ever seen such crazy pricing ? I hope the stewards carry plenty of change !
The meeting point if applicable will be determined by the nominated distributor.
Yeovil 7th March ko 3pm
Prices Seated: Adult £16
Senior (65+) £12
Junior, under 16 £6
Prices Terracing: Adult £15
Seniors (65+) £10
Students with NUS cards £10
Juniors, under 16 £5
I have orders from Dave Brown, Mike Carruthers, Dave Croxford, Alan Millington, Mike Kilner ,Ken Hullock & Jason Boswell.
Groupsave will be available on the 1020 from Waterloo arriving at Yeovil Junction at 1233 at just over £20 per head if in groups of 4. Please register your interest with me.
***** If you are ordering tickets please keep your TDS topped up . You can check your balance on our website at
http://www.carlislelondonbranch.org/travel/ticketdeposit.html
Southend 21st March ko 3pm
Yet more bizarre pricing for this one where adults are £19.60, seniors £12.70 , U17 £9,80, 17-20 and students £11.75 & family ticket ( 1 adult & 1 junior ) £19.60. So basically under 17's go free as we can link any additional juniors onto single adult tickets. The deadline for ordering is 5pm Monday 16th March.
I have orders from Gordon Gaddes, Neil Nixon, Dave Croxford & Mike Carruthers.
The ticket distribution place is a new one for this season - the Nelson Hotel on North Road http://www.beerintheevening.com/pubs/s/27/27855/Nelson_Hotel/Westcliff_on_Sea
Please register for groupsave on the 1155 from Liverpool Street to Prittlewell with the cost likely to be around £7 for adults and £1 for children.
End of Season Celebrations
There was exceptional demand for the Millwall sponsorship game on 2nd May and at the moment I can not guarantee any more places. You can still register an interest and I will attempt to get places.
I have only a few places left at the Annual Awards Dinner at the Shepherds Inn on the following evening Sunday 3rd May at a cost of £33 per head. These are always great occasions. If you want to go let me know ASAP.
Hit The Bar!
The deadline for the next issue is 8th March so please contribute reports, letters and general craic. Colour pictures really enhance the magazine - not football action on the pitch because of copyright .Why not write a letter to the Editor. What is your reaction to the season so far ? Have you heard any Degsy Balls ? Has he made many recently ? Any Carlisle/Football jokes would also be welcome.
Please email Dave Brown : editor@carlislelondonbranch.org with all your contributions.
Simon Clarkson
*** 22nd February 2003 - Stuart Green scores the only goal on his debut in a much needed victory at Rochdale ( reproduced with kind permission from ' On This Day ' ).
VHTB - 17/02/09 - Sad News
17/02/09 16:29
The below obituary written by LB member Neil Nixon is a fitting tribute to Mick Mitchell who passed away recently.
Proud to be a Cumbrian; Mick Mitchell 1959 - 2009
The tragic death of 'Mick' Mitchell has taken away one of the most knowledgeable and dedicated followers Carlisle United has known in the
recent past. Thousands among the Blue Army know Mick through his work. Born Anthony James Mitchell in 1959 Mick studied at St Aiden's School and watched Carlisle United in the 'legends' era. He left Carlisle in 1977 to join the BBC where he spent a dozen years working between their news and sport divisions, his career choice fuelled by his skill as a wordsmith and his
love of sport. He joined the newly formed Sky in 1989 and by the mid-nineties was also well established as a freelance writer.
Mick wasn't the first to write a book about Carlisle United but he was the first author to have his name on three separate titles. Life With Carlisle
United (1996), Legends of Carlisle United (2001) and Proud to be a Cumbrian (2005) (dedicated to his daughters Rosanna and Melissa) chronicled both Mick's love of the club and his meetings with the greats and cult heroes who inspired devotion from the fans. His best known work amongst Carlisle followers is the best-selling Carlisle United - A Tale of Cumbrian Passion, a video anthology celebrating a century of the club.
For all his love of his home city and club, Mick certainly got around. His CV read more like a wish-list of jobs for a sports fan of his generation;
Grandstand, Sportsnight and Match of the Day are all in there, along with trips to cover Lennox Lewis' championship fights in the United States. The
friends and colleagues I spoke to in researching this piece are adamant Mick would want to be remembered as a journalist. His work included stories
for children, and involvement in a dizzying array of diverse projects. He never claimed himself as a pioneer, but he did pioneering work.
It is ironic he should die as Sky celebrated its 20th anniversary. The official version of their success story cites the ambitious acquisition of
sports events as a major element of the success. In reality this success was built on hard work and those - like Mick - joining the company in the early
days were under pressure to bring the sports coverage in on a budget, frequently being expected to work in a way that combined the roles of
researcher, journalist and technician. Mick left a BBC still dominated by unions and subject to demarcation arguments, if anyone stepped out of a
role. Sky started from scratch and largely ignored the strict division of jobs and heavy unionisation of other broadcasters. Mick and his colleagues
gradually changed the way sports broadcasting was produced and understood.
His books also broke new ground. Mick was well placed to see the digital revolution changing the media world in the 1990s, and in particular the
falling costs of printing and book production. Whilst others were thinking about what this might mean Mick started his own independent production of books. His titles typically saw him doing almost all his own work. These days a small print-on-demand industry exists to help authors working for
niche markets and nobody needs to pay out hefty sums to vanity publisher or presses.
But for those of us who write about Carlisle United Mick's trail-blazing was vital to help establish the size of the market and Mick was amongst the
first to argue his own way into bookshops and use the web to generate a profile. The rest of us are forever in his debt for that. He remained a
journalist simply because, out of choice, he returned to his love of words and delivered work that let the witnesses to a story speak, and allowed him
to interject and guide the reader when necessary. His final two books feature interviews and insights from those who saw the great and
not-so-great days of Carlisle United, Mick collected interviews with some - like Alan Ashman - who have now died, and, in that sense, helped collect
and present items of definitive Carlisle United history.
The video history is - arguably - a fitting memorial to his talents, only a true fan would have attempted the task, only a good journalist would have
teased out the story and only one with the talent to source archive material and an appreciation of the need to negotiate copyright clearance could have completed the job. Mike Gardener told me; 'He was a passionate fan and all United supporters have benefited from his work.' The success of the DVD is mainly down to Mick, and Mick alone. It is also a fitting memorial to his talents that media colleagues held on to the story of his death. Mick died on 31 January but out of respect for the man, and the quiet dignity with which the family bore his death, everyone agreed to hold the story back
until after his funeral.
Mick's health in his final years wasn't good, he moved back to his home city and settled close to Brunton Park. He worked when he could, writing
freelance pieces, and still got to matches. He leaves a body of work that will be cherished by Carlisle fans, and evidence of his personality and
love of his team. There is a great picture in the opening pages of Life with Carlisle United a teenage Mick stands in the distance, in the Warwick
goalmouth, the empty terraces stretched out behind him and sheets of long black hair framing his head, his skinny frame sporting flared jeans, every
inch the seventies soccer fan.
In other pictures in later books the adult Mick has his arm wrapped round the shoulders of Hughie McIlmoyle and Paul Simpson. He is an established
professional by this point, but the same love of what he is doing that took him into that goalmouth as a youngster is still there. At his best Mick
stayed true to his passion, and spread that passion to others. It was something of a mission, as Mick himself says in the opening words of his
Legends book; '....I always tell anyone - there are not many of us but we are EVERYWHERE.' Mick did his bit to keep the faith alive and the many fans he reached will miss him.
Rest in peace.
Proud to be a Cumbrian; Mick Mitchell 1959 - 2009
The tragic death of 'Mick' Mitchell has taken away one of the most knowledgeable and dedicated followers Carlisle United has known in the
recent past. Thousands among the Blue Army know Mick through his work. Born Anthony James Mitchell in 1959 Mick studied at St Aiden's School and watched Carlisle United in the 'legends' era. He left Carlisle in 1977 to join the BBC where he spent a dozen years working between their news and sport divisions, his career choice fuelled by his skill as a wordsmith and his
love of sport. He joined the newly formed Sky in 1989 and by the mid-nineties was also well established as a freelance writer.
Mick wasn't the first to write a book about Carlisle United but he was the first author to have his name on three separate titles. Life With Carlisle
United (1996), Legends of Carlisle United (2001) and Proud to be a Cumbrian (2005) (dedicated to his daughters Rosanna and Melissa) chronicled both Mick's love of the club and his meetings with the greats and cult heroes who inspired devotion from the fans. His best known work amongst Carlisle followers is the best-selling Carlisle United - A Tale of Cumbrian Passion, a video anthology celebrating a century of the club.
For all his love of his home city and club, Mick certainly got around. His CV read more like a wish-list of jobs for a sports fan of his generation;
Grandstand, Sportsnight and Match of the Day are all in there, along with trips to cover Lennox Lewis' championship fights in the United States. The
friends and colleagues I spoke to in researching this piece are adamant Mick would want to be remembered as a journalist. His work included stories
for children, and involvement in a dizzying array of diverse projects. He never claimed himself as a pioneer, but he did pioneering work.
It is ironic he should die as Sky celebrated its 20th anniversary. The official version of their success story cites the ambitious acquisition of
sports events as a major element of the success. In reality this success was built on hard work and those - like Mick - joining the company in the early
days were under pressure to bring the sports coverage in on a budget, frequently being expected to work in a way that combined the roles of
researcher, journalist and technician. Mick left a BBC still dominated by unions and subject to demarcation arguments, if anyone stepped out of a
role. Sky started from scratch and largely ignored the strict division of jobs and heavy unionisation of other broadcasters. Mick and his colleagues
gradually changed the way sports broadcasting was produced and understood.
His books also broke new ground. Mick was well placed to see the digital revolution changing the media world in the 1990s, and in particular the
falling costs of printing and book production. Whilst others were thinking about what this might mean Mick started his own independent production of books. His titles typically saw him doing almost all his own work. These days a small print-on-demand industry exists to help authors working for
niche markets and nobody needs to pay out hefty sums to vanity publisher or presses.
But for those of us who write about Carlisle United Mick's trail-blazing was vital to help establish the size of the market and Mick was amongst the
first to argue his own way into bookshops and use the web to generate a profile. The rest of us are forever in his debt for that. He remained a
journalist simply because, out of choice, he returned to his love of words and delivered work that let the witnesses to a story speak, and allowed him
to interject and guide the reader when necessary. His final two books feature interviews and insights from those who saw the great and
not-so-great days of Carlisle United, Mick collected interviews with some - like Alan Ashman - who have now died, and, in that sense, helped collect
and present items of definitive Carlisle United history.
The video history is - arguably - a fitting memorial to his talents, only a true fan would have attempted the task, only a good journalist would have
teased out the story and only one with the talent to source archive material and an appreciation of the need to negotiate copyright clearance could have completed the job. Mike Gardener told me; 'He was a passionate fan and all United supporters have benefited from his work.' The success of the DVD is mainly down to Mick, and Mick alone. It is also a fitting memorial to his talents that media colleagues held on to the story of his death. Mick died on 31 January but out of respect for the man, and the quiet dignity with which the family bore his death, everyone agreed to hold the story back
until after his funeral.
Mick's health in his final years wasn't good, he moved back to his home city and settled close to Brunton Park. He worked when he could, writing
freelance pieces, and still got to matches. He leaves a body of work that will be cherished by Carlisle fans, and evidence of his personality and
love of his team. There is a great picture in the opening pages of Life with Carlisle United a teenage Mick stands in the distance, in the Warwick
goalmouth, the empty terraces stretched out behind him and sheets of long black hair framing his head, his skinny frame sporting flared jeans, every
inch the seventies soccer fan.
In other pictures in later books the adult Mick has his arm wrapped round the shoulders of Hughie McIlmoyle and Paul Simpson. He is an established
professional by this point, but the same love of what he is doing that took him into that goalmouth as a youngster is still there. At his best Mick
stayed true to his passion, and spread that passion to others. It was something of a mission, as Mick himself says in the opening words of his
Legends book; '....I always tell anyone - there are not many of us but we are EVERYWHERE.' Mick did his bit to keep the faith alive and the many fans he reached will miss him.
Rest in peace.
VHTB - 15/02/09 - An Offer Not To Miss
15/02/09 09:44
221 United fans took a long distance view of the team yesterday at the Withdean as two early goals saw the Branch Chairman buying drinks after the match. There were many more tales to tell of a day punctuated by trains and buses. In fact for some the euphoria of the day made them go weak at the knees. It had to happen on Valentines day.
United World
I am sure you will be impressed by this fantastic product sponsored by the London Branch and one that we are keen to continue to be associated with. As well as providing audio commentary, video highlights and press briefings, did you know that Carlisle united receive 65% of all subscriptions ?
Follow this link for a free 30 day trial of United World http://www.carlisleunited.co.uk/page/NewsDetail/
0,,10361~1555669,00.html
Peterborough 24th February ko 7.45pm
Tickets are available either standing on the terrace at £15 adults, £12 seniors and students and £9 juniors or seating at £20 adults, £12 seniors and students and £9 juniors . Please order by 5pm Thursday 19th February.
Groupsave train will be the 18:07 from Kings Cross ( due in Peterborough at 19:06 ) using the First capital Connect service ( groupsave not available on North East Express ). Please contact Alan Millington at information@carlislelondonbranch.org if you want to use groupsave at £11.50 each per group of 4.
The distribution point for tickets will be a barge - Charters Bar, Town Bridge, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE1 1EH
http://www.beerintheevening.com/pubs/s/20/2082/Charters_Bar/Peterborough
Given the inevitable tightness around time for evening games please indicate if you would prefer your tickets to be posted. On this particular occassion this may be wisest.
Crewe 3rd March ko 7.45pm
Please order tickets by Thursday 26th February priced at £18.60 for adults, £14.70 for seniors, £8.30 U17 & £4.40 U12 . Have you ever seen such crazy pricing ? I hope the stewards carry plenty of change !
The meeting point if applicable will be determined by the nominated distributor.
Yeovil 7th March ko 3pm
Groupsave will be available on the 1020 from Waterloo arriving at Yeovil Junction at 1233 at just over £20 per head if in groups of 4. Please register your interest with me.
***** If you are ordering tickets please keep your TDS topped up . You can check your balance on our website at http://www.carlislelondonbranch.org/travel/ticketdeposit.html
Southend 21st March ko 3pm
Yet more bizarre pricing for this one where adults are £19.60, seniors £12.70 , U17 £9,80, 17-20 and students £11.75 & family ticket ( 1 adult & 1 junior ) £19.60. So basically under 17's go free as we can link any additional juniors onto single adult tickets. The deadline for ordering is 5pm Monday 16th March.
We are working on a meeting place for the distribution of tickets. If you have any suggestions please let me know.
End of Season Celebrations
There was exceptional demand for the Millwall sponsorship game on 2nd May and at the moment I can not guarantee any more places. You can still register an interest and I will attempt to get places.
I have only a few places left at the Annual Awards Dinner at the Shepherds Inn on the following evening Sunday 3rd May at a cost of £33 per head. These are always great occasions. If you want to go let me know ASAP.
Hit The Bar!
We need contributions for the next issue so please contribute reports, letters and general craic. Colour pictures really enhance the magazine - not football action on the pitch because of copyright .Why not write a letter to the Editor. What is your reaction to the season so far ? Have you heard any Degsy Balls ? Has he made many recently ? Any Carlisle/Football jokes would also be welcome.
Please email Dave Brown : editor@carlislelondonbranch.org with all your contributions.
Simon Clarkson
*** 15th February 2002 - The protracted discussions between Michael Knighton and John Courtenay over the sale of the club temporarily stalled ( reproduced with kind permission from ' On This Day ' ).
United World
I am sure you will be impressed by this fantastic product sponsored by the London Branch and one that we are keen to continue to be associated with. As well as providing audio commentary, video highlights and press briefings, did you know that Carlisle united receive 65% of all subscriptions ?
Follow this link for a free 30 day trial of United World http://www.carlisleunited.co.uk/page/NewsDetail/
0,,10361~1555669,00.html
Peterborough 24th February ko 7.45pm
Tickets are available either standing on the terrace at £15 adults, £12 seniors and students and £9 juniors or seating at £20 adults, £12 seniors and students and £9 juniors . Please order by 5pm Thursday 19th February.
Groupsave train will be the 18:07 from Kings Cross ( due in Peterborough at 19:06 ) using the First capital Connect service ( groupsave not available on North East Express ). Please contact Alan Millington at information@carlislelondonbranch.org if you want to use groupsave at £11.50 each per group of 4.
The distribution point for tickets will be a barge - Charters Bar, Town Bridge, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE1 1EH
http://www.beerintheevening.com/pubs/s/20/2082/Charters_Bar/Peterborough
Given the inevitable tightness around time for evening games please indicate if you would prefer your tickets to be posted. On this particular occassion this may be wisest.
Crewe 3rd March ko 7.45pm
Please order tickets by Thursday 26th February priced at £18.60 for adults, £14.70 for seniors, £8.30 U17 & £4.40 U12 . Have you ever seen such crazy pricing ? I hope the stewards carry plenty of change !
The meeting point if applicable will be determined by the nominated distributor.
Yeovil 7th March ko 3pm
Groupsave will be available on the 1020 from Waterloo arriving at Yeovil Junction at 1233 at just over £20 per head if in groups of 4. Please register your interest with me.
***** If you are ordering tickets please keep your TDS topped up . You can check your balance on our website at http://www.carlislelondonbranch.org/travel/ticketdeposit.html
Southend 21st March ko 3pm
Yet more bizarre pricing for this one where adults are £19.60, seniors £12.70 , U17 £9,80, 17-20 and students £11.75 & family ticket ( 1 adult & 1 junior ) £19.60. So basically under 17's go free as we can link any additional juniors onto single adult tickets. The deadline for ordering is 5pm Monday 16th March.
We are working on a meeting place for the distribution of tickets. If you have any suggestions please let me know.
End of Season Celebrations
There was exceptional demand for the Millwall sponsorship game on 2nd May and at the moment I can not guarantee any more places. You can still register an interest and I will attempt to get places.
I have only a few places left at the Annual Awards Dinner at the Shepherds Inn on the following evening Sunday 3rd May at a cost of £33 per head. These are always great occasions. If you want to go let me know ASAP.
Hit The Bar!
We need contributions for the next issue so please contribute reports, letters and general craic. Colour pictures really enhance the magazine - not football action on the pitch because of copyright .Why not write a letter to the Editor. What is your reaction to the season so far ? Have you heard any Degsy Balls ? Has he made many recently ? Any Carlisle/Football jokes would also be welcome.
Please email Dave Brown : editor@carlislelondonbranch.org with all your contributions.
Simon Clarkson
*** 15th February 2002 - The protracted discussions between Michael Knighton and John Courtenay over the sale of the club temporarily stalled ( reproduced with kind permission from ' On This Day ' ).
Annual Awards Dinner
11/02/09 20:58
Limited places available for what is usually a fantastic evening at the Shepherd’s Inn. The evening includes a meal, an opportunity to mingle with players and officials from the club and reflect on the highs and lows from the season.
Please see VHTB for full details and contact Simon Clarkson to book places for this event at travel@carlislelondonbranch.org.
CUSCLB are proud sponsors of David Wilkes and the extended video highlights on United World, with all monies raised by CUFC supporters. Have you joined yet?
****Update 19/03/09 - Please note that all places have now been filled for this event****
Please see VHTB for full details and contact Simon Clarkson to book places for this event at travel@carlislelondonbranch.org.
CUSCLB are proud sponsors of David Wilkes and the extended video highlights on United World, with all monies raised by CUFC supporters. Have you joined yet?
****Update 19/03/09 - Please note that all places have now been filled for this event****
VHTB - 11/02/09
11/02/09 20:50
It was a great first half performance from a much changed Carlisle team with debuts for Lewis Neal, Michael Burns and Tony Kane together with a first start of the season for Chris Lumsdon. The second half disrupted by injuries was a different story and at times we hung on for the draw.
Branch Meeting
The next meeting has been brought forward a week to this Thursday 12th February at the Civil Service Club. All members welcome. Please contact with Al Millington at information@carlislelondonbranch.org if you are coming along.
Brighton 14th February ko 3pm
What better way to spend your valentines day than in the romantic setting of the Withdean ? This game is all ticket priced at Adults £20, Seniors £14, 17-20 yrs £16, Under 16's £13 and Under 11's £1. I have ordered tickets for the following and those in bold will be posted to them ( essential for anyone who is driving as tickets include park and ride ) Mick Simpson, Alan Millington, Dave Croxford, Bob Ham, Steve Batey, Dave Batey, Jez Garratt, Ian Jardine, Mike Carruthers, Ian Brown , Ed Pritchard, Simon Hindley, Tony Little, Ken Hullock, Iain Davidson, Richard Wood, Dave Brown, David Kennedy, Stan Cook and Jonathan McLoughlin.
Train travellers face the aggravation of replacement bus services between Three Bridges and Brighton. The groupsave plan is to allow plenty of time and get on the 1041 from London Bridge which calls at East Croydon at 1055 before taking a bus from Three Bridges to Brighton. Please register for groupsave and indicate which station suits you best.
The meeting place at Brighton will be the Evening Star http://www.eveningstarbrighton.co.uk/ from where it is a short hop again by bus ( free travel included in match ticket ) to the ground near Preston Park station.
Mick Simpson can offer a lift from Hertfordshire. Please contact him at michaelsimpson8@live.co.uk if you want to car share.
Yeovil 7th March ko 3pm
Groupsave will be available on the 1020 from Waterloo arriving at Yeovil Junction at 1233 at just over £20 per head if in groups of 4. Please register your interest with me.
***** If you are ordering tickets please keep your TDS topped up . You can check your balance on our website at http://www.carlislelondonbranch.org/travel/ticketdeposit.html
Hit The Bar!
Hit the Bar should have arrived this weekend and it's another cracking issue. We need contributions for the next issue so please contribute reports, letters and general craic. Colour pictures really enhance the magazine - not football action on the pitch because of copyright .Why not write a letter to the Editor. What is your reaction to the season so far ? Have you heard any Degsy Balls ? Has he made many recently ? Any Carlisle/Football jokes would also be welcome.
Please email Dave Brown : editor@carlislelondonbranch.org with all your contributions.
Simon Clarkson
*** 10th February 1998 - Matt Jansen signs for Crystal Palace for £1 million ( reproduced with kind permission from ' On This Day ' ).
Branch Meeting
The next meeting has been brought forward a week to this Thursday 12th February at the Civil Service Club. All members welcome. Please contact with Al Millington at information@carlislelondonbranch.org if you are coming along.
Brighton 14th February ko 3pm
What better way to spend your valentines day than in the romantic setting of the Withdean ? This game is all ticket priced at Adults £20, Seniors £14, 17-20 yrs £16, Under 16's £13 and Under 11's £1. I have ordered tickets for the following and those in bold will be posted to them ( essential for anyone who is driving as tickets include park and ride ) Mick Simpson, Alan Millington, Dave Croxford, Bob Ham, Steve Batey, Dave Batey, Jez Garratt, Ian Jardine, Mike Carruthers, Ian Brown , Ed Pritchard, Simon Hindley, Tony Little, Ken Hullock, Iain Davidson, Richard Wood, Dave Brown, David Kennedy, Stan Cook and Jonathan McLoughlin.
Train travellers face the aggravation of replacement bus services between Three Bridges and Brighton. The groupsave plan is to allow plenty of time and get on the 1041 from London Bridge which calls at East Croydon at 1055 before taking a bus from Three Bridges to Brighton. Please register for groupsave and indicate which station suits you best.
The meeting place at Brighton will be the Evening Star http://www.eveningstarbrighton.co.uk/ from where it is a short hop again by bus ( free travel included in match ticket ) to the ground near Preston Park station.
Mick Simpson can offer a lift from Hertfordshire. Please contact him at michaelsimpson8@live.co.uk if you want to car share.
Yeovil 7th March ko 3pm
Groupsave will be available on the 1020 from Waterloo arriving at Yeovil Junction at 1233 at just over £20 per head if in groups of 4. Please register your interest with me.
***** If you are ordering tickets please keep your TDS topped up . You can check your balance on our website at http://www.carlislelondonbranch.org/travel/ticketdeposit.html
Hit The Bar!
Hit the Bar should have arrived this weekend and it's another cracking issue. We need contributions for the next issue so please contribute reports, letters and general craic. Colour pictures really enhance the magazine - not football action on the pitch because of copyright .Why not write a letter to the Editor. What is your reaction to the season so far ? Have you heard any Degsy Balls ? Has he made many recently ? Any Carlisle/Football jokes would also be welcome.
Please email Dave Brown : editor@carlislelondonbranch.org with all your contributions.
Simon Clarkson
*** 10th February 1998 - Matt Jansen signs for Crystal Palace for £1 million ( reproduced with kind permission from ' On This Day ' ).
VHTB - 07/02/09
07/02/09 21:11
All Peterborough tickets ordered from the TDS will be returned and subject to a full refund . I await confirmation of the proposed re-arranged date of Tuesday 24th February.
Hit the Bar should have arrived this weekend and it's another cracking issue. We need contributions for the next issue so please contribute reports, letters and general craic. Colour pictures really enhance the magazine - not football action on the pitch because of copyright .Why not write a letter to the Editor. What is your reaction to the season so far ? Have you heard any Degsy Balls ? Has he made many recently ? Any Carlisle/Football jokes would also be welcome.
Please email Dave Brown : editor@carlislelondonbranch.org with all your contributions.
Brighton 14th February ko 3pm
What better way to spend your valentines day than in the romantic setting of the Withdean ? This game will be all ticket priced at Adults £20, Seniors £14, 17-20 yrs £16, Under 16's £13 and Under 11's £1. I have orders from the following and those in bold will be posted to them ( essential for anyone who is driving as tickets include park and ride ) Mick Simpson, Alan Millington, Dave Croxford, Bob Ham, Steve Batey, Dave Batey, Jez Garratt, Ian Jardine, Mike Carruthers, Ian Brown , Ed Pritchard, Simon Hindley, Tony Little, Ken Hullock & Iain Davidson.
The ticket ordering deadline is 5pm Monday 9th Feb.
Train travellers face the aggravation of replacement bus services between Three Bridges and Brighton. The groupsave plan is to allow plenty of time and get on the 1041 from London Bridge which calls at East Croydon at 1055 before taking a bus from Three Bridges to Brighton. Please register for groupsave and indicate which station suits you best.
The meeting place at Brighton will be the Evening Star http://www.eveningstarbrighton.co.uk/ from where it is a short hop again by bus ( free travel included in match ticket ) to the ground near Preston park station.
Mick Simpson can offer a lift from Hertfordshire. Please contact him at michaelsimpson8@live.co.uk if you want to car share.
Yeovil 7th March ko 3pm
Groupsave will be available on the 1020 from Waterloo arriving at Yeovil Junction at 1233 at just over £20 per head if in groups of 4. Please register your interest with me.
***** If you are ordering tickets please keep your TDS topped up . You can check your balance on our website at http://www.carlislelondonbranch.org/travel/ticketdeposit.html.
Branch Meeting
The next meeting has been brought forward a week to this Thursday 12th February at the Civil Service Club. All members welcome. Please contact with Al Millington at information@carlislelondonbranch.org if you are coming along.
Simon Clarkson
*** 7th February 1970 - the highest ever crowd at Brunton Park of 27,500 saw United lose 2-1 to Middlesborough in the 5th rd of the FA cup ( reproduced with kind permission from ' On This Day ' ).
Hit the Bar should have arrived this weekend and it's another cracking issue. We need contributions for the next issue so please contribute reports, letters and general craic. Colour pictures really enhance the magazine - not football action on the pitch because of copyright .Why not write a letter to the Editor. What is your reaction to the season so far ? Have you heard any Degsy Balls ? Has he made many recently ? Any Carlisle/Football jokes would also be welcome.
Please email Dave Brown : editor@carlislelondonbranch.org with all your contributions.
Brighton 14th February ko 3pm
What better way to spend your valentines day than in the romantic setting of the Withdean ? This game will be all ticket priced at Adults £20, Seniors £14, 17-20 yrs £16, Under 16's £13 and Under 11's £1. I have orders from the following and those in bold will be posted to them ( essential for anyone who is driving as tickets include park and ride ) Mick Simpson, Alan Millington, Dave Croxford, Bob Ham, Steve Batey, Dave Batey, Jez Garratt, Ian Jardine, Mike Carruthers, Ian Brown , Ed Pritchard, Simon Hindley, Tony Little, Ken Hullock & Iain Davidson.
The ticket ordering deadline is 5pm Monday 9th Feb.
Train travellers face the aggravation of replacement bus services between Three Bridges and Brighton. The groupsave plan is to allow plenty of time and get on the 1041 from London Bridge which calls at East Croydon at 1055 before taking a bus from Three Bridges to Brighton. Please register for groupsave and indicate which station suits you best.
The meeting place at Brighton will be the Evening Star http://www.eveningstarbrighton.co.uk/ from where it is a short hop again by bus ( free travel included in match ticket ) to the ground near Preston park station.
Mick Simpson can offer a lift from Hertfordshire. Please contact him at michaelsimpson8@live.co.uk if you want to car share.
Yeovil 7th March ko 3pm
Groupsave will be available on the 1020 from Waterloo arriving at Yeovil Junction at 1233 at just over £20 per head if in groups of 4. Please register your interest with me.
***** If you are ordering tickets please keep your TDS topped up . You can check your balance on our website at http://www.carlislelondonbranch.org/travel/ticketdeposit.html.
Branch Meeting
The next meeting has been brought forward a week to this Thursday 12th February at the Civil Service Club. All members welcome. Please contact with Al Millington at information@carlislelondonbranch.org if you are coming along.
Simon Clarkson
*** 7th February 1970 - the highest ever crowd at Brunton Park of 27,500 saw United lose 2-1 to Middlesborough in the 5th rd of the FA cup ( reproduced with kind permission from ' On This Day ' ).
VHTB - 05/02/09
05/02/09 20:55
Congratulations to Tom Aldred from our Youth team who has been included in the Football League awards shortlist for apprentice of the year. He is one of several of the current crop of players in the Youth team who are top of the league and have a bright future.
Peterborough 7th February ko 3pm
The supporters match has been postponed due to an unplayable pitch. There is an inspection at London Road at 11.30am friday morning. Check on the official site for information from lunchtime http://www.carlisleunited.co.uk/page/Home/ .
Terracing tickets have been ordered for Bob Brookes, Iain Davidson, Dave Brown, Mike Simpson, Dave Croxford, Mike Kilner, David Kennedy, Mike Carruthers , Alan Baldwin, Alan Millington, Dave Batey, Steve Batey, Harold Bowron ,Ian Jardine, Ken Hullock, Chris Tembey, Andrew Dobinson, Mike Whitehead, Chris Holmes & Ian Brown . Our meeting place for the distribution of tickets will be Ebenezers http://maps.google.co.uk/maps?hl=en&q=ebenezers%20map%20%2B%20peterborough&um=1&ie=UTF-8&sa=N&tab=wl . This is a registered club with a £1 admission fee. It will be advisable to carry your LB membership card as the door staff are expecting us.
Groupsave train will be the 1122 from Kings Cross ( due in Peterborough at 1239 ) using the First capital Connect service ( groupsave not available on North East Express ). These trains stop at Welwyn Garden City and Stevenage where we have several members. If you are looking at doing the trip by train and want to do groupsave please let me know . At the moment we are expecting Alan Millington, Iain Davidson, Mike Carruthers, Dave Brown ,Dave Croxford , Alan Baldwin, Jason Boswell and David Kennedy to start at Kings Cross and the meeting place will be http://www.thebetjemanarms.co.uk/ in St Pancras station. Please arrive in plenty of time to allow for purchase of tickets and the walk across to Kings Cross station.
Brighton 14th February ko 3pm
What better way to spend your valentines day than in the romantic setting of the Withdean ? This game will be all ticket priced at Adults £20, Seniors £14, 17-20 yrs £16, Under 16's £13 and Under 11's £1. I have orders from the following and those in bold will be posted to them ( essential for anyone who is driving as tickets include park and ride ) Mick Simpson, Alan Millington, Dave Croxford, Bob Ham, Steve Batey, Dave Batey, Jez Garratt, Ian Jardine, Mike Carruthers, Ian Brown & Ed Pritchard.
Train travellers face the aggravation of replacement bus services between Three Bridges and Brighton. The groupsave plan is to allow plenty of time and get on the 1041 from London Bridge which calls at East Croydon at 1055 before taking a bus from Three Bridges to Brighton. Please register for groupsave and indicate which station suits you best.
The meeting place at Brighton will be the Evening Star http://www.eveningstarbrighton.co.uk/ from where it is a short hop again by bus ( free travel included in match ticket ) to the ground near Preston park station.
Tony Little is hosting a post match social at his house ( near Three Bridges station ). If you want to come along contact him at social@carlislelondonbranch.org ASAP.
Yeovil 7th March ko 3pm
Groupsave will be available on the 1020 from Waterloo arriving at Yeovil Junction at 1233 at just over £20 per head if in groups of 4. Please register your interest with me.
***** If you are ordering tickets please keep your TDS topped up . You can check your balance on our website at http://www.carlislelondonbranch.org/travel/ticketdeposit.html
Mascots
Are there any Brunton Blues who would like to be mascots at Southern away games ? We have places for most remaining games, including Southend where the mascot has had to withdraw due to unexpected circumstances . Please let Ian Jardine know at mascots@carlislelondonbranch.org if you fancy a day to remember.
End of Season Celebrations
We are proud to be the match sponsors for the final home league game against Millwall on Saturday 2nd May. Our package allows 40 supporters a pre match meal in Foxys , centre stand tickets and a programme . If you are interested in attending at a cost of only £25 per head please let me know. This offer is restricted to members only until 12th February when any spare places can be taken up by guests. Places are filling up fast. I have bookings for Harold Bowron, Howard Atkinson, David Ross, Aidan Wharton, Paul Parke, Andy Mitchell, Alan Millington, Dave Batey, Steve Batey, Dave Brown, Peter Smithson, Nigel Moss, Robin Tasker, Matt Tasker, Jim Lawman, Dave Croxford, Ken Hullock, Ian Jardine, The Sparks, Mike Carruthers, The Brookes, Chris Tembey, Neil Dawson, Richard Wood & Andrew Dobinson.
Why not make a real weekend of it ? I have secured two tables of 12 at the Annual Awards Dinner at the Shepherds Inn on the following evening Sunday 3rd May at a cost of £33 per head. These are always great occasions. Again if you want to go let me know ASAP as there are only a few places left.
Summer Trip
The 2009 London Branch Summer Trip will be to Cologne for three nights, departing on Friday 12th June 2009. If you are interested in going and have not yet contacted Mike Carruthers please do so ASAP. If you are unable to confirm your attendance at this stage, you can contact Mike later and he will endeavour to reserve accommodation for you at the same hotel or, if this is not possible, will arrange accommodation at a nearby alternative hotel.
Mike can be contacted at summertrip@carlislelondonbranch.org.
Branch Meeting
The next meeting has been brought forward a week to Thursday 12th February at the Civil Service Club. All members welcome. Please contact with Al Millington at information@carlislelondonbranch.org if you are coming along.
Simon Clarkson
*** 5th February 1966 - in Uniteds first season in Division 2 goals from Harland & Garbutt secured a win against Wolves ( reproduced with kind permission from ' On This Day ' ).
Peterborough 7th February ko 3pm
The supporters match has been postponed due to an unplayable pitch. There is an inspection at London Road at 11.30am friday morning. Check on the official site for information from lunchtime http://www.carlisleunited.co.uk/page/Home/ .
Terracing tickets have been ordered for Bob Brookes, Iain Davidson, Dave Brown, Mike Simpson, Dave Croxford, Mike Kilner, David Kennedy, Mike Carruthers , Alan Baldwin, Alan Millington, Dave Batey, Steve Batey, Harold Bowron ,Ian Jardine, Ken Hullock, Chris Tembey, Andrew Dobinson, Mike Whitehead, Chris Holmes & Ian Brown . Our meeting place for the distribution of tickets will be Ebenezers http://maps.google.co.uk/maps?hl=en&q=ebenezers%20map%20%2B%20peterborough&um=1&ie=UTF-8&sa=N&tab=wl . This is a registered club with a £1 admission fee. It will be advisable to carry your LB membership card as the door staff are expecting us.
Groupsave train will be the 1122 from Kings Cross ( due in Peterborough at 1239 ) using the First capital Connect service ( groupsave not available on North East Express ). These trains stop at Welwyn Garden City and Stevenage where we have several members. If you are looking at doing the trip by train and want to do groupsave please let me know . At the moment we are expecting Alan Millington, Iain Davidson, Mike Carruthers, Dave Brown ,Dave Croxford , Alan Baldwin, Jason Boswell and David Kennedy to start at Kings Cross and the meeting place will be http://www.thebetjemanarms.co.uk/ in St Pancras station. Please arrive in plenty of time to allow for purchase of tickets and the walk across to Kings Cross station.
Brighton 14th February ko 3pm
What better way to spend your valentines day than in the romantic setting of the Withdean ? This game will be all ticket priced at Adults £20, Seniors £14, 17-20 yrs £16, Under 16's £13 and Under 11's £1. I have orders from the following and those in bold will be posted to them ( essential for anyone who is driving as tickets include park and ride ) Mick Simpson, Alan Millington, Dave Croxford, Bob Ham, Steve Batey, Dave Batey, Jez Garratt, Ian Jardine, Mike Carruthers, Ian Brown & Ed Pritchard.
Train travellers face the aggravation of replacement bus services between Three Bridges and Brighton. The groupsave plan is to allow plenty of time and get on the 1041 from London Bridge which calls at East Croydon at 1055 before taking a bus from Three Bridges to Brighton. Please register for groupsave and indicate which station suits you best.
The meeting place at Brighton will be the Evening Star http://www.eveningstarbrighton.co.uk/ from where it is a short hop again by bus ( free travel included in match ticket ) to the ground near Preston park station.
Tony Little is hosting a post match social at his house ( near Three Bridges station ). If you want to come along contact him at social@carlislelondonbranch.org ASAP.
Yeovil 7th March ko 3pm
Groupsave will be available on the 1020 from Waterloo arriving at Yeovil Junction at 1233 at just over £20 per head if in groups of 4. Please register your interest with me.
***** If you are ordering tickets please keep your TDS topped up . You can check your balance on our website at http://www.carlislelondonbranch.org/travel/ticketdeposit.html
Mascots
Are there any Brunton Blues who would like to be mascots at Southern away games ? We have places for most remaining games, including Southend where the mascot has had to withdraw due to unexpected circumstances . Please let Ian Jardine know at mascots@carlislelondonbranch.org if you fancy a day to remember.
End of Season Celebrations
We are proud to be the match sponsors for the final home league game against Millwall on Saturday 2nd May. Our package allows 40 supporters a pre match meal in Foxys , centre stand tickets and a programme . If you are interested in attending at a cost of only £25 per head please let me know. This offer is restricted to members only until 12th February when any spare places can be taken up by guests. Places are filling up fast. I have bookings for Harold Bowron, Howard Atkinson, David Ross, Aidan Wharton, Paul Parke, Andy Mitchell, Alan Millington, Dave Batey, Steve Batey, Dave Brown, Peter Smithson, Nigel Moss, Robin Tasker, Matt Tasker, Jim Lawman, Dave Croxford, Ken Hullock, Ian Jardine, The Sparks, Mike Carruthers, The Brookes, Chris Tembey, Neil Dawson, Richard Wood & Andrew Dobinson.
Why not make a real weekend of it ? I have secured two tables of 12 at the Annual Awards Dinner at the Shepherds Inn on the following evening Sunday 3rd May at a cost of £33 per head. These are always great occasions. Again if you want to go let me know ASAP as there are only a few places left.
Summer Trip
The 2009 London Branch Summer Trip will be to Cologne for three nights, departing on Friday 12th June 2009. If you are interested in going and have not yet contacted Mike Carruthers please do so ASAP. If you are unable to confirm your attendance at this stage, you can contact Mike later and he will endeavour to reserve accommodation for you at the same hotel or, if this is not possible, will arrange accommodation at a nearby alternative hotel.
Mike can be contacted at summertrip@carlislelondonbranch.org.
Branch Meeting
The next meeting has been brought forward a week to Thursday 12th February at the Civil Service Club. All members welcome. Please contact with Al Millington at information@carlislelondonbranch.org if you are coming along.
Simon Clarkson
*** 5th February 1966 - in Uniteds first season in Division 2 goals from Harland & Garbutt secured a win against Wolves ( reproduced with kind permission from ' On This Day ' ).
VHTB - 02/02/09
02/02/09 17:09
Tomorrows game against Hereford has been postponed.
Peterborough 7th February ko 3pm
Terracing tickets have been ordered for Bob Brookes, Iain Davidson, Dave Brown, Mike Simpson, Dave Croxford, Mike Kilner, David Kennedy, Mike Carruthers , Alan Baldwin, Alan Millington, Dave Batey, Steve Batey, Harold Bowron ,Ian Jardine, Ken Hullock, Chris Tembey, Andrew Dobinson, Mike Whitehead, Chris Holmes & Ian Brown . Our meeting place for the distribution of tickets will be Ebenezers http://maps.google.co.uk/maps?hl=en&q=ebenezers%20map%20%2B%20peterborough&um=1&ie=UTF-8&sa=N&tab=wl . This is a registered club with a £1 admission fee. It will be advisable to carry your LB membership card as the door staff are expecting us.
Groupsave train will be the 1122 from Kings Cross ( due in Peterborough at 1239 ) using the First capital Connect service ( groupsave not available on North East Express ). These trains stop at Welwyn Garden City and Stevenage where we have several members. If you are looking at doing the trip by train and want to do groupsave please let Alan Millington know at information@carlislelondonbranch.org . At the moment we are expecting Alan, Iain Davidson, Mike Carruthers, Dave Brown and Dave Croxford to start at Kings Cross and the meeting place will be http://www.thebetjemanarms.co.uk/ in St Pancras station.
The supporters match is due to be a 10.30am kick off and the groupsave for players/spectators will be the 08.36am from Kings Cross. I am expecting Alan Baldwin, Jason Boswell and David Kennedy to join me for this train with several more getting on at stops along the way. If the supporters match is off, we will all leave on the 1122 train.
Mascots
Are there any Brunton Blues who would like to be mascots at Southern away games ? We have places for most remaining games, including Southend where the mascot has had to withdraw due to unexpected circumstances . Please let Ian Jardine know at mascots@carlislelondonbranch.org if you fancy a day to remember.
Theatre Trip
Tony Little has a spare place on a group trip on Thursday 5th Feb, to have a meal and see the ' Joseph ' all for a bargain price of under £25. Contact him at social@carlislelondonbranch.org.
End of Season Celebrations
We are proud to be the match sponsors for the final home league game against Millwall on Saturday 2nd May. Our package allows 40 supporters a pre match meal in Foxys , centre stand tickets and a programme . If you are interested in attending at a cost of only £25 per head please let me know. This offer is restricted to members only until 12th February when any spare places can be taken up by guests. Places are filling up fast. I have bookings for Harold Bowron, Howard Atkinson, David Ross, Aidan Wharton, Paul Parke, Andy Mitchell, Alan Millington, Dave Batey, Steve Batey, Peter Smithson, Nigel Moss, Robin Tasker, Matt Tasker, Jim Lawman, Dave Croxford, Ken Hullock, Ian Jardine, The Sparks, Mike Carruthers, The Brookes, Chris Tembey, Neil Dawson & Richard Wood.
Why not make a real weekend of it ? I have secured two tables of 12 at the Annual Awards Dinner at the Shepherds Inn on the following evening Sunday 3rd May at a cost of £33 per head. These are always great occasions. Again if you want to go let me know ASAP as there are only a few places left.
Brighton 14th February ko 3pm
What better way to spend your valentines day than in the romantic setting of the Withdean ? This game will be all ticket but I am still awaiting prices..
The meeting place at Brighton will be the Evening Star http://www.eveningstarbrighton.co.uk/ from where it is a short hop by train ( free travel included in match ticket ) to the ground near Preston park station.
Anyone who is driving will need their match tickets posted to them as this includes a park and ride service.
Tony Little is hosting a post match social at his house ( near Three Bridges station ). If you want to come along contact him at social@carlislelondonbranch.org ASAP.
Engineering works will affect train journeys as well as tube disruption, so please check your journey. More information in next vhtb.
Yeovil 7th March ko 3pm
Groupsave will be available on the 1020 from Waterloo arriving at Yeovil Junction at 1233 at just over £20 per head if in groups of 4. Please register your interest with me.
***** If you are ordering tickets please keep your TDS topped up . You can check your balance on our website at http://www.carlislelondonbranch.org/travel/ticketdeposit.html.
Summer Trip
The 2009 London Branch Summer Trip will be to Cologne for three nights, departing on Friday 12th June 2009. If you are interested in going and have not yet contacted Mike Carruthers please do so ASAP. If you are unable to confirm your attendance at this stage, you can contact Mike later and he will endeavour to reserve accommodation for you at the same hotel or, if this is not possible, will arrange accommodation at a nearby alternative hotel.
Mike can be contacted at summertrip@carlislelondonbranch.org.
Top 50 Football League Players
The Top 50 Football League players will be announced at the fourth annual Football League Awards event on Sunday 29th March 2009. Fans wishing to vote for players that they believe deserve a place in the Top 50 should visit www.fourfourtwo.com/footballleagueawards.
Branch Meeting
The next meeting has been brought forward a week to Thursday 12th February at the Civil Service Club. All members welcome. Please contact with Al Millington at information@carlislelondonbranch.org if you are coming along.
Simon Clarkson
*** 3rd February 2007 a pair of screamers from Jeff Smith and Karl Hawley ( his last for United ) seal a 2-1 win at Doncaster ( reproduced with kind permission from ' On This Day ' ).
Peterborough 7th February ko 3pm
Terracing tickets have been ordered for Bob Brookes, Iain Davidson, Dave Brown, Mike Simpson, Dave Croxford, Mike Kilner, David Kennedy, Mike Carruthers , Alan Baldwin, Alan Millington, Dave Batey, Steve Batey, Harold Bowron ,Ian Jardine, Ken Hullock, Chris Tembey, Andrew Dobinson, Mike Whitehead, Chris Holmes & Ian Brown . Our meeting place for the distribution of tickets will be Ebenezers http://maps.google.co.uk/maps?hl=en&q=ebenezers%20map%20%2B%20peterborough&um=1&ie=UTF-8&sa=N&tab=wl . This is a registered club with a £1 admission fee. It will be advisable to carry your LB membership card as the door staff are expecting us.
Groupsave train will be the 1122 from Kings Cross ( due in Peterborough at 1239 ) using the First capital Connect service ( groupsave not available on North East Express ). These trains stop at Welwyn Garden City and Stevenage where we have several members. If you are looking at doing the trip by train and want to do groupsave please let Alan Millington know at information@carlislelondonbranch.org . At the moment we are expecting Alan, Iain Davidson, Mike Carruthers, Dave Brown and Dave Croxford to start at Kings Cross and the meeting place will be http://www.thebetjemanarms.co.uk/ in St Pancras station.
The supporters match is due to be a 10.30am kick off and the groupsave for players/spectators will be the 08.36am from Kings Cross. I am expecting Alan Baldwin, Jason Boswell and David Kennedy to join me for this train with several more getting on at stops along the way. If the supporters match is off, we will all leave on the 1122 train.
Mascots
Are there any Brunton Blues who would like to be mascots at Southern away games ? We have places for most remaining games, including Southend where the mascot has had to withdraw due to unexpected circumstances . Please let Ian Jardine know at mascots@carlislelondonbranch.org if you fancy a day to remember.
Theatre Trip
Tony Little has a spare place on a group trip on Thursday 5th Feb, to have a meal and see the ' Joseph ' all for a bargain price of under £25. Contact him at social@carlislelondonbranch.org.
End of Season Celebrations
We are proud to be the match sponsors for the final home league game against Millwall on Saturday 2nd May. Our package allows 40 supporters a pre match meal in Foxys , centre stand tickets and a programme . If you are interested in attending at a cost of only £25 per head please let me know. This offer is restricted to members only until 12th February when any spare places can be taken up by guests. Places are filling up fast. I have bookings for Harold Bowron, Howard Atkinson, David Ross, Aidan Wharton, Paul Parke, Andy Mitchell, Alan Millington, Dave Batey, Steve Batey, Peter Smithson, Nigel Moss, Robin Tasker, Matt Tasker, Jim Lawman, Dave Croxford, Ken Hullock, Ian Jardine, The Sparks, Mike Carruthers, The Brookes, Chris Tembey, Neil Dawson & Richard Wood.
Why not make a real weekend of it ? I have secured two tables of 12 at the Annual Awards Dinner at the Shepherds Inn on the following evening Sunday 3rd May at a cost of £33 per head. These are always great occasions. Again if you want to go let me know ASAP as there are only a few places left.
Brighton 14th February ko 3pm
What better way to spend your valentines day than in the romantic setting of the Withdean ? This game will be all ticket but I am still awaiting prices..
The meeting place at Brighton will be the Evening Star http://www.eveningstarbrighton.co.uk/ from where it is a short hop by train ( free travel included in match ticket ) to the ground near Preston park station.
Anyone who is driving will need their match tickets posted to them as this includes a park and ride service.
Tony Little is hosting a post match social at his house ( near Three Bridges station ). If you want to come along contact him at social@carlislelondonbranch.org ASAP.
Engineering works will affect train journeys as well as tube disruption, so please check your journey. More information in next vhtb.
Yeovil 7th March ko 3pm
Groupsave will be available on the 1020 from Waterloo arriving at Yeovil Junction at 1233 at just over £20 per head if in groups of 4. Please register your interest with me.
***** If you are ordering tickets please keep your TDS topped up . You can check your balance on our website at http://www.carlislelondonbranch.org/travel/ticketdeposit.html.
Summer Trip
The 2009 London Branch Summer Trip will be to Cologne for three nights, departing on Friday 12th June 2009. If you are interested in going and have not yet contacted Mike Carruthers please do so ASAP. If you are unable to confirm your attendance at this stage, you can contact Mike later and he will endeavour to reserve accommodation for you at the same hotel or, if this is not possible, will arrange accommodation at a nearby alternative hotel.
Mike can be contacted at summertrip@carlislelondonbranch.org.
Top 50 Football League Players
The Top 50 Football League players will be announced at the fourth annual Football League Awards event on Sunday 29th March 2009. Fans wishing to vote for players that they believe deserve a place in the Top 50 should visit www.fourfourtwo.com/footballleagueawards.
Branch Meeting
The next meeting has been brought forward a week to Thursday 12th February at the Civil Service Club. All members welcome. Please contact with Al Millington at information@carlislelondonbranch.org if you are coming along.
Simon Clarkson
*** 3rd February 2007 a pair of screamers from Jeff Smith and Karl Hawley ( his last for United ) seal a 2-1 win at Doncaster ( reproduced with kind permission from ' On This Day ' ).
VHTB - 01/02/09
01/02/09 19:24
A real off day at Brunton Park yesterday and a game best forgotten. The transfer window closes at 5pm monday but don't expect any late activity involving us. We have brought in Lewis Neal from Preston who should make his debut against Hereford on tuesday.
Peterborough 7th February ko 3pm
Tickets are available either standing on the terrace at £15 adults, £12 seniors and students and £9 juniors or seating at £20 adults, £12 seniors and students and £9 juniors . Please order by 5pm Monday 2nd February. I have orders from Bob Brookes, Iain Davidson, Dave Brown, Mike Simpson, Dave Croxford, Mike Kilner, David Kennedy, Mike Carruthers , Alan Baldwin, Alan Millington, Dave Batey, Steve Batey, Harold Bowron ,Ian Jardine, Ken Hullock, Chris Tembey & Andrew Dobinson .
***For those who have pre-ordered I will order terracing tickets unless otherwise advised***
Groupsave train will be the 1122 from Kings Cross ( due in Peterborough at 1239 ) using the First capital Connect service ( groupsave not available on North East Express ). These trains stop at Welwyn Garden City and Stevenage where we have several members. If you are looking at doing the trip by train and want to do groupsave please let me know.
Our meeting place for the ditribution of tickets will be Ebenezers http://maps.google.co.uk/maps?hl=en&q=ebenezers%20map%20%2B%20peterborough&um=1&ie=UTF-8&sa=N&tab=wl . This is a registered club with a £1 admission fee. It will be advisable to carry your LB membership card as the door staff are expecting us.
The supporters match is confirmed as a 10.30am kick off and the groupsave for players/spectators will be the 08.36am from Kings Cross.
Please register for groupsave train for both options.
Mascots
Are there any Brunton Blues who would like to be mascots at Southern away games ? We have places for most remaining games, including Southend due to unexpected circumstances, so please let Ian Jardine know at mascots@carlislelondonbranch.org if you fancy a day to remember.
Theatre Trip
Tony Little has a spare place on a group trip on Thursday 5th Feb, to have a meal and see the ' Joseph ' all for a bargain price of under £25. Contact him at social@carlislelondonbranch.org.
End of Season Celebrations
We are proud to be the match sponsors for the final home league game against Millwall on Saturday 2nd May. Our package allows 40 supporters a pre match meal in Foxys , centre stand tickets and a programme . If you are interested in attending at a cost of only £25 per head please let me know. This offer is restricted to members only until 12th February when any spare places can be taken up by guests. Places are filling up fast. I have bookings for Harold Bowron, Howard Atkinson, David Ross, Aidan Wharton, Paul Parke, Andy Mitchell, Alan Millington, Dave Batey, Steve Batey, Peter Smithson, Nigel Moss, Robin Tasker, Matt Tasker, Jim Lawman, Dave Croxford, Ken Hullock, Ian Jardine, The Sparks, Mike Carruthers, The Brookes, Chris Tembey & Neil Dawson.
Why not make a real weekend of it ? I have secured two tables of 12 at the Annual Awards Dinner at the Shepherds Inn on the following evening Sunday 3rd May at a cost of £33 per head. These are always great occasions. Again if you want to go let me know ASAP as there are only a few places left.
Brighton 14th February ko 3pm
What better way to spend your valentines day than in the romantic setting of the Withdean ? This game will be all ticket but I am still awaiting prices..
The meeting place at Brighton will be the Evening Star http://www.eveningstarbrighton.co.uk/ from where it is a short hop by train ( free travel included in match ticket ) to the ground near Preston park station.
Anyone who is driving will need their match tickets posted to them as this includes a park and ride service.
Tony Little is hosting a post match social at his house ( near Three Bridges station ). If you want to come along contact him at social@carlislelondonbranch.org ASAP.
Engineering works will affect train journeys as well as tube disruption, so please check yoiur journey. More information in next vhtb.
Yeovil 7th March ko 3pm
Groupsave will be available on the 1020 from Waterloo arriving at Yeovil Junction at 1233 at just over £20 per head if in groups of 4. Please register your interest with me.
***** If you are ordering tickets please keep your TDS topped up . You can check your balance on our website at http://www.carlislelondonbranch.org/travel/ticketdeposit.html
Summer Trip
The 2009 London Branch Summer Trip will be to Cologne for three nights, departing on Friday 12th June 2009. If you are interested in going and have not yet contacted Mike Carruthers please do so ASAP. If you are unable to confirm your attendance at this stage, you can contact Mike later and he will endeavour to reserve accommodation for you at the same hotel or, if this is not possible, will arrange accommodation at a nearby alternative hotel.
Mike can be contacted at summertrip@carlislelondonbranch.org.
Top 50 Football League Players
The Top 50 Football League players will be announced at the fourth annual Football League Awards event on Sunday 29th March 2009. Fans wishing to vote for players that they believe deserve a place in the Top 50 should visit www.fourfourtwo.com/footballleagueawards.
Branch Meeting
The next meeting has been brought forward a week to Thursday 12th February at the Civil Service Club. All members welcome. Please contact with Al Millington at information@carlislelondonbranch.org if you are coming along.
Simon Clarkson
*** 1st February 1908 Carlisle United reach the FA cup 2nd rd for the first time but go out 6-2 to Grimsby ( reproduced with kind permission from ' On This Day ' ).
Peterborough 7th February ko 3pm
Tickets are available either standing on the terrace at £15 adults, £12 seniors and students and £9 juniors or seating at £20 adults, £12 seniors and students and £9 juniors . Please order by 5pm Monday 2nd February. I have orders from Bob Brookes, Iain Davidson, Dave Brown, Mike Simpson, Dave Croxford, Mike Kilner, David Kennedy, Mike Carruthers , Alan Baldwin, Alan Millington, Dave Batey, Steve Batey, Harold Bowron ,Ian Jardine, Ken Hullock, Chris Tembey & Andrew Dobinson .
***For those who have pre-ordered I will order terracing tickets unless otherwise advised***
Groupsave train will be the 1122 from Kings Cross ( due in Peterborough at 1239 ) using the First capital Connect service ( groupsave not available on North East Express ). These trains stop at Welwyn Garden City and Stevenage where we have several members. If you are looking at doing the trip by train and want to do groupsave please let me know.
Our meeting place for the ditribution of tickets will be Ebenezers http://maps.google.co.uk/maps?hl=en&q=ebenezers%20map%20%2B%20peterborough&um=1&ie=UTF-8&sa=N&tab=wl . This is a registered club with a £1 admission fee. It will be advisable to carry your LB membership card as the door staff are expecting us.
The supporters match is confirmed as a 10.30am kick off and the groupsave for players/spectators will be the 08.36am from Kings Cross.
Please register for groupsave train for both options.
Mascots
Are there any Brunton Blues who would like to be mascots at Southern away games ? We have places for most remaining games, including Southend due to unexpected circumstances, so please let Ian Jardine know at mascots@carlislelondonbranch.org if you fancy a day to remember.
Theatre Trip
Tony Little has a spare place on a group trip on Thursday 5th Feb, to have a meal and see the ' Joseph ' all for a bargain price of under £25. Contact him at social@carlislelondonbranch.org.
End of Season Celebrations
We are proud to be the match sponsors for the final home league game against Millwall on Saturday 2nd May. Our package allows 40 supporters a pre match meal in Foxys , centre stand tickets and a programme . If you are interested in attending at a cost of only £25 per head please let me know. This offer is restricted to members only until 12th February when any spare places can be taken up by guests. Places are filling up fast. I have bookings for Harold Bowron, Howard Atkinson, David Ross, Aidan Wharton, Paul Parke, Andy Mitchell, Alan Millington, Dave Batey, Steve Batey, Peter Smithson, Nigel Moss, Robin Tasker, Matt Tasker, Jim Lawman, Dave Croxford, Ken Hullock, Ian Jardine, The Sparks, Mike Carruthers, The Brookes, Chris Tembey & Neil Dawson.
Why not make a real weekend of it ? I have secured two tables of 12 at the Annual Awards Dinner at the Shepherds Inn on the following evening Sunday 3rd May at a cost of £33 per head. These are always great occasions. Again if you want to go let me know ASAP as there are only a few places left.
Brighton 14th February ko 3pm
What better way to spend your valentines day than in the romantic setting of the Withdean ? This game will be all ticket but I am still awaiting prices..
The meeting place at Brighton will be the Evening Star http://www.eveningstarbrighton.co.uk/ from where it is a short hop by train ( free travel included in match ticket ) to the ground near Preston park station.
Anyone who is driving will need their match tickets posted to them as this includes a park and ride service.
Tony Little is hosting a post match social at his house ( near Three Bridges station ). If you want to come along contact him at social@carlislelondonbranch.org ASAP.
Engineering works will affect train journeys as well as tube disruption, so please check yoiur journey. More information in next vhtb.
Yeovil 7th March ko 3pm
Groupsave will be available on the 1020 from Waterloo arriving at Yeovil Junction at 1233 at just over £20 per head if in groups of 4. Please register your interest with me.
***** If you are ordering tickets please keep your TDS topped up . You can check your balance on our website at http://www.carlislelondonbranch.org/travel/ticketdeposit.html
Summer Trip
The 2009 London Branch Summer Trip will be to Cologne for three nights, departing on Friday 12th June 2009. If you are interested in going and have not yet contacted Mike Carruthers please do so ASAP. If you are unable to confirm your attendance at this stage, you can contact Mike later and he will endeavour to reserve accommodation for you at the same hotel or, if this is not possible, will arrange accommodation at a nearby alternative hotel.
Mike can be contacted at summertrip@carlislelondonbranch.org.
Top 50 Football League Players
The Top 50 Football League players will be announced at the fourth annual Football League Awards event on Sunday 29th March 2009. Fans wishing to vote for players that they believe deserve a place in the Top 50 should visit www.fourfourtwo.com/footballleagueawards.
Branch Meeting
The next meeting has been brought forward a week to Thursday 12th February at the Civil Service Club. All members welcome. Please contact with Al Millington at information@carlislelondonbranch.org if you are coming along.
Simon Clarkson
*** 1st February 1908 Carlisle United reach the FA cup 2nd rd for the first time but go out 6-2 to Grimsby ( reproduced with kind permission from ' On This Day ' ).