Hartlepool (inc Sedgefield racing)

[bungle]

Right, been meaning to do this thread for ages!

As someone pointed out on another thread, on the afternoon of the Hartlepool away game (Tues 24th) Sedgefield races are on (1st race 12.50pm).

Doesn't seem that easy to get to the course, the nearest train stations are Darlington and Durham, however I'm sure if a few people wanted to attend then a taxi from one of these stations to the racing wouldn't cost much at all. So, am throwing it out there to see who is planning to be up there for the whole day, and might be interested in going racing.

Also, got to figure out how to get back to Newcastle after the match, as no trains!

[saints_is_the_south]

5 of us going up for this, 1 being the designated driver! Tis the day before my birthday so plenty of beer in store for the day. Probably leaving Southampton about 9 to get up there for about 2ish. One of the lads coming in our group grew up in Hartlepool so we should be ok for knowledge of the best pubs!

Can't wait!

[oldsarum]

20 London Saints, some flying, but the majority going by train all staying in Hartlepool for the night.

Some thinking of going to Wetherby races on the Weds afternoon.

[Michelle]

Hurrah! About bloomin' time!

Definitely two here for the races, did you look into group booking stylee discounts?

[Ash]

My stupid Mrs is making me spend the time doing something she wants to do on her birthday. This is going to be the only away game I miss all season. Stupid Mrs :(

[RonManager]

My stupid Mrs is making me spend the time doing something she wants to do on her birthday. This is going to be the only away game I miss all season. Stupid Mrs :(

No way you can work the town of Hartlepool into the birthday celebrations then?

[saints_is_the_south]

My stupid Mrs is making me spend the time doing something she wants to do on her birthday. This is going to be the only away game I miss all season. Stupid Mrs :(

Could suggest a day out in Newcastle, or even Edinburgh & then get the train down for the game!

[This Charming Man]

Tickets for this have just gone on sale, seeing as the demand is so huge for Orient tickets, I imagine these will be snapped up straight away by our new, massive away support... thought not.

There is 4 of us also heading back to Newcaslte after the game, think it's only about £20 odd for a cab, so not to bad.

[saints_is_the_south]

4 of us going up, driving there & back same day - will get tickets some time next week i expect.

[bungle]

Tickets for this have just gone on sale, seeing as the demand is so huge for Orient tickets, I imagine these will be snapped up straight away by our new, massive away support... thought not.

There is 4 of us also heading back to Newcaslte after the game, think it's only about £20 odd for a cab, so not to bad.

Might want to add 2 more people in that cab.

[bungle]

4 of us going up, driving there & back same day - will get tickets some time next week i expect.

We already know this because you posted it earlier in the thread? Why do you need to tell us again?

[RonManager]

Depending on work, I will try to make it and stay over in a hotel.

[saints_is_the_south]

We already know this because you posted it earlier in the thread? Why do you need to tell us again?

Didn't realise i had to ask you what i can & can't post before doing so, my apologies. What next, a lecture moaning about those of us who go to wetherspoon pubs? :rolleyes:

[saint_bert]

We already know this because you posted it earlier in the thread? Why do you need to tell us again?


He actually said there were five people before hand. Plus didnt mention anything about tickets.

HTH

[RedAndWhite91]

Most probably going on the travelclub coach. I heard it leaves at 11am, and gets back at about 4am... Niiiiice!!

[leithsaint]

Anyone know of any decent places to stay in hartlepool?

[Michelle]

At least six of us I know of for races now...

Only concessions available are Grandstand Enclosure, where we'd need a minimum of 15 people, gives us 20% discount, and has to be booked 7 days in advance. Works out at £12 a pop, full price would be £15.

Alternatively, concourse tickets are just £7, no discounts available.

[bungle]

Someone posted this on the main board, and I have checked it out.

For those going back to Newcastle after the game, you can get the train to Sunderland at 2229, and then get the Metro back into the city centre. Much cheaper than a taxi.

[Sour Mash]

Someone posted this on the main board, and I have checked it out.

For those going back to Newcastle after the game, you can get the train to Sunderland at 2229, and then get the Metro back into the city centre. Much cheaper than a taxi.

Cheers for that, had missed that option. Still looks like that won't get you back to Newcastle until 23.30ish, might pay a bit more for a cab and get back an hour earlier.

[tonibell]

Anyone know of any decent places to stay in hartlepool?

Premier inn. From £29.00 we booked about 2 weeks ago. Then drive too Grimsby on the Wednesday to see friend

[spd]

Must be mental just booked my ticket and bingo bus for this one and see that the second coach is not far from being full!

[saints_is_the_south]

Just over 500 sold for this as of 2pm today, excellent turn out considering the distance & it being on a Tuesday night.

[This Charming Man]

Just over 500 sold for this as of 2pm today, excellent turn out considering the distance & it being on a Tuesday night.

Good stuff, I thought we would get 400 max for this, hopefully should be around 700 of us there.

[Sour Mash]

So can anyone recommend any decent drinking establishments in Hartlepool?

[Dan]

500 sold already, bloody hell! None of are group have got are tickets yet so add a few more on to the numbers.

[John D]

SPARE TICKET FOR SALE

Due to a poorly daughter I can't make the game so I am looking to offload my ticket to anyone - will take a discount if needed. Ticket can be collected from the Sedgefield races or at the ground.

Send me a PM if interested

John

Ticket offloaded successfully