VHTB - 12/09/10
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 occassion.
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.
Supporters' Match v Bournemouth 25th September
Are there any others that fancy a game of football on the morning of Sat 25th Sep against Bournemoth supporters ? We have 8 as listed below. Can any others let Chris Tembey football@carlislelondonbranch.org know before 5pm Tuesday at which point we will make a decision as to whether the game goes ahead.
Our squad so far: Dave Batey, Steve Batey, Chris Tembey, Alun Hullock, Ryan Wilson, Sam Clarkson, Simon Clarkson & Jason Boswell.
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! )
There are 15 booked so far. 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 payment from Colin Hopkins, Allan Stamper, Eric Rothery, Dave Brown, Harold Bowron, Chris Tembey, Ken Hullock, Iain Davidson, Geoff Graham, Mick Simpson, Nigel Moss, Mike Carruthers, Chris Holmes, & Ian Brown.
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.
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
Hartlepool 28th September
Please note that we WILL NOT be taking orders for this game.
Tickets are available from the CUFC ticket office 0844 371 1921
Adult £20
Senior (60+) £10
Junior (under 16) £10
Students (with ID) £10
Ambulant Disabled £20
Disabled Concession £10
Walsall 20th November
Cheap train tickets for this one have been released. 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 by 5pm Tuesday.
OTHER NEWS
Around the Grounds
I have received the following message " Once again, thank you for your contribution to ‘Around the Grounds’ by Chris Nelson.
We were very short on review copies, therefore we have made a copy available to review online at the following address: http://www.footprinttravelguides.com/c/8951/football/&Action=product&Product_Reference=ATGR01
I’m also pleased to offer your readers a 25% discount to purchase the book. They can order online via the above link . To claim the discount, enter “footie” in the coupon code box at checkout. "
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 & Jason Casey.
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!
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
*** 12 September 1961 - David Oliphant became the first United player to score a League Cup penalty in the 1-1 draw against Huddersfield ( reproduced with kind permission from ' On This Day ' ).