VHTB - 05/09/10
Despite getting 18 corners against Swindon yesterday it was us hanging on for a point.
Social 1 - 28th September - Central London
The plan is to have a social with Hartlepool fans based in London on the evening that coincides with the Hartlepool v Carlisle game. We are looking for a venue that has a pool table and wireless internet so as to have live commentary of the game.
If you are interested please contact Tony Little at social@carlislelondonbranch.org
Social 2 - Brewery Tour - 7th October
We have organised a night out on the Sambrooks brewery tour. This is one of the few breweries in London and situated in Battersea.
The tour will be on Thursday October 7th @ 7pm and the cost is £7 pp .
Each tour lasts 1.5 hours and includes free tasting ( Someone who has done this tour said his pint glass was never empty they just kept filling it up for him! )
The following are booked - Dave Brown ( 2 ), Nigel Moss ( 2 ) , Simon Clarkson, Mike Carruthers, John McGree, Iain Davidson ( 2 ), Ken Hullock, Jim Lawman, Jason Casey & Tony Little.
Please register your interest with Nigel Moss at nigemoss@yahoo.co.uk
United Scene
You may have read on pages 43-44 in the HTB that on 2nd September a new 60 page high quality magazine ' United Scene ' was launched. It will be published every eight weeks making a total of six issues this season.
Carlisle United have approved for CUSCLB to be a sponsor as well as contributing articles.
Because agreement was reached after the first issue went to print, we have agreed the following subscription deal.
Members of CUSCLB can subscribe to issues 2-6 for a total of £20 which includes p&p ( UK only ) - a saving of £4.75 compared to the standard rate . For overseas subscribers the cost will be £25.
If you are interested please send a cheque payable to CUSCLB to me at 11 Cedar Road, Sutton, Surrey SM2 5DA with the name and address to whom the copies are to be sent.
I will include reminders in future issues of vhtb once a deadline has been set.
Remember this offer is only available to existing CUSCLB members ie those who have renewed.
Issue 1 can be purchased via the club shop 01228 554138 and numerous retail outlets in Cumbria.
I have received cheques from Colin Hopkins, Allan Stamper, Eric Rothery & Chris Tembey.
Branch Meeting
All our welcome at the next Branch meeting on Thursday 16th September.
**We are trying out a new formula with a view to making it even more of a social occasion.
The meeting will start at 6.30pm and should be finished by 8pm when for those wishing to eat can do so. The rest of the evening will be social craic over a few beers. There is no need to let us know in advance if you are attending.
AWAY TRAVEL
It is essential that you review your Ticket Deposit Scheme balance at http://www.carlislelondonbranch.org/travel/tds.php
Tickets should be ordered from tickets@carlislelondonbranch.org or via our website only when you have sufficient funds on deposit.
Sheff Wed 11th September
The Ground is reserved seating
Prices Seated: Adult £21:00
Senior (65+) £12:00
Students (with ID) * £12:00
Junior (U18) £12:00
Ambulant (higher level disability) Same rate as above for age bracket
Carer FOC
This match is part of a Football League promotion being ran in conjunction with The Sun Newspaper **. Readers must collect 4 tokens and complete a coupon from this paper in order to qualify for these tickets and produce these at our ticket office upon payment. You can then gain the promotional ticket of 2 adults for a total value of £19.50.
There are 9 pairs of wheelchair & helper tickets at a cost of £10:00 per pair and a limited number of disabled car parking spaces at a cost of £3:00 each, payable in advance no later than 5 days prior to the game. Please contact Liz Higginbottom on 0871 995 1867 option 0 after 1 pm weekdays.
* Student concession is only available in advance of the game
** Please note that CUSCLB are NOT using the Sun vouchers as part of our order. You will need to do this direct with the club.
The below had ordered tickets as at 7pm last sunday. These have gone off in our first batch of 2 requests. The second batch has a deadline of 1200 Monday 6th September ( Al has been on holiday during the week but will acknowledge orders upon his return ).
Malcolm Roger, Iain Davidson, Dave Brown, Mike Carruthers, Simon Clarkson, Mike Simpson, Nigel Moss, Ken Hullock, Jim Lawman, Aidan Wharton, Amanda Caddy, Dave Croxford, Paul Parke, Al Millington, Jason Casey, Ian Brown, David Ross, Andy Dixon ( B ), Bob & Makiko Brookes, Geoff Graham, Chris Tembey, Richard Wood, Stuart Allington & Eric Rothery.
Some Members are booked on the 0955 from St Pancras and return on the 1827. Groupsave will not be available on the day.
Please note that several tube lines including Victoria are closed on this day.
Bournemouth 25th September
We await ticket prices. The ticket order deadline will be 1200 Monday 20th September.
Groupsave train travel will be available - register with travel@carlislelondonbranch.org
Walsall 20th November
We will need to be quick to snap up the cheap train tickets for this one when released in the next few days as Virgin do not allow Groupsave. If you want to travel with the group and use the early bird price please register with travel@carlislelondonbranch.org
OTHER NEWS
Dave Nicholson - Memorial Service
A message from Dave's wife Christine - " For those of you who were unable to join us at the service we had here in France, we’d like to invite you to join us for an opportunity to celebrate David’s life. We will be holding a memorial service for him on October 4th, 2010 at 11:45am at Basingstoke Crematorium, Manor Farm, Stockbridge Road, North Waltham, RG25 2BA. Following the service, we will be going to the Fox, a favourite place of ours and the site of many wonderful evenings, especially Hogmonay, where Dave was always resplendent in his Nicholson tartan kilt.
As anyone who knew Dave can attest, his one great abiding passion, was his beloved Carlisle United. As we did here in France, we invite you to wear your Carlisle colours to the Fox – it would have delighted him and will ensure we give him a party to remember. "
Please let me know if you are going so that I can advise Christine for catering purposes. I have the following down for the train ( contact me for timings, etc ) Simon Clarkson, Dave Brown, Ian Jardine, Ken Hullock, Howard Atkinson & Dave Croxford.
Also attending but going by car are Geoff Graham and Colin Hopkins ( 2 ) .
David and his son, Simon, have supported the Pituitary Foundation since his tumour was discovered and should you like to send a donation on David’s behalf instead of flowers please send me a cheque payable to CUSCLB and we will make a single donation from the Branch.
Renewal Process Linking in with Teamcards
For those still to renew please find attached the renewal form. The standing order option is not currently available. Please note that Branch membership cards will be distributed together with Teamcards this season, with the exception of Premier Club members and Season Ticket Holders who will receive their Teamcards direct from CUFC.
Aside from those Members who opted out or redeemed their Teamcard points, all Branch Teamcard points will be pooled together and donated to CUFC in the form of a specific purchase. Once I know details of the total amount I will advise what the points have been used for.
Hit The Bar!
You should have all received issue 254 late August. Please send in your pictures in unusual places in United colours together with a short explanation to Dave Brown editor@carlislelondonbranch.org
If you are happy for photos to go on our website please send them to Paul Parke at webmaster@carlislelondonbranch.org .
Keep the faith,
Simon Clarkson
*** 5 September 1992 - United slip to a 2-0 defeat at Barnet in the newly named Division 3 ( reproduced with kind permission from ' On This Day ' ).