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spignific 16-07-2011 02:34
Wetherspoons
 
Who's going to have a look? ,and when ?
we are in lancaster on the thursday opening night,so for me its going to have be friday tea onwards,there until late sampling food and various spirits i reckon.
anyone else going friday night ?

Lolly 16-07-2011 03:19
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Sorry but why would you have to sample the food?? Just go to the one in Lancaster. I've been to Wetherspoon's all over the country and just like Mac D's and KFC (which i've been in all over the world!) taste the same, nothing is different, all that will be different is the decor.

I shall be going in on Thursday or Friday though to have a look.

Tealeaf 16-07-2011 08:39
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More thread duplications, I see. Someone is deliberately trying to wind up those dedicated, hard working, never complaining people, the moderators. Such action is an absolute disgrace.

As for wetherspoons thursday night, I would rather spend the evening luxuriating in a bath of cat snot.

jaysay 16-07-2011 08:46
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Na if I go anywhere it will be the Railway with gragley folk:D

phil8715 16-07-2011 10:23
I've got a Housing Association meeting in Accrington on Thursday so I'll pop in and have a swift pint.

Margaret Pilkington 16-07-2011 17:18
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Tealeaf (Post 919376)
As for wetherspoons thursday night, I would rather spend the evening luxuriating in a bath of cat snot.
I can let you have some cat snot if you want Tealeaf. :)

DaveinGermany 16-07-2011 17:26
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Quote:
Originally Posted by jaysay (Post 919379)
Na if I go anywhere it will be the Railway with gragley folk:D
Being a bit Foreign, what the hell is Gragly ? Or is it your flamin' keyboard again Jay ? :confused:

Benipete 16-07-2011 18:54
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Quote:
Originally Posted by DaveinGermany (Post 919526)
Being a bit Foreign, what the hell is Gragly ? Or is it your flamin' keyboard again Jay ? :confused:
I think he meant gradely;) Refined people like myself.:tongueout:D:D

Margaret Pilkington 16-07-2011 19:19
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I think it was right the first time:D...gragly is just about right

MargaretR 16-07-2011 19:38
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I think he meant 'grugly'

Urban dictionary -
grugly - a mix between gross and ugly

Margaret Pilkington 16-07-2011 19:54
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Or it might have been 'fuggly'........you can put your own connotations to that. But I know what I mean.(and it may not be what you are thinking)

jaysay 17-07-2011 08:48
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Margaret Pilkington (Post 919556)
I think it was right the first time:D...gragly is just about right
Well I did check the spelling but it wasn't in the OCD they're bloody useless in Oxford:D

lindsay ormerod 17-07-2011 13:16
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Looks like they have made a good job of doing it up, all sandblasted and nice new roof, saw the air con being craned in the other week, gotta be an improvement on a boarded up derelict mess. I'll have a nosey when I get chance!

Margaret Pilkington 17-07-2011 13:22
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It does look good.
They have made a very pleasing job of the exterior.

Barrie Yates 18-07-2011 14:09
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We will be having a look on Thursday or Friday. Hopefully it will be on a par with some of the good ones - it all depends on the management. If they maintain high standards it could be fine. After all they don't have much competition in the town centre.

Ken Moss 18-07-2011 18:04
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Barrie Yates (Post 919878)
We will be having a look on Thursday or Friday. Hopefully it will be on a par with some of the good ones - it all depends on the management. If they maintain high standards it could be fine. After all they don't have much competition in the town centre.
I've never been to a badly run Wetherspoons, I have faith that it will be successful. The thing that some people fail to realise is that a good pub can work wonders for the surrounding pubs too as people are more inclined to make a night of it.

My fingers are crossed for everyone, it's been a while since I've been out round Accy but for the first time in ages I'm thinking about it seriously.

Tealeaf 18-07-2011 18:34
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I remember - three or four years ago - Accy Stanley were drawn against Watford FC, in I think, the Carling Cup. Accompanied by a lesbian ex-nun and a gay ex-footy referee who had once sent Mr Coleman out of the dug-out and into the stands, we left the metropolis for the big game.

Arriving at Watford, we proceeded to the ground and on the way noticed a Wetherspoons establishment which appeared to be occupied by a substancial number of ASFC supporters, so in need of some serious liquid refreshment, we entered the aforesaid premises.

There was a rack of six real ale pumps on the bar; I asked the serving wench for a pint of the one on the left (Fuller's london Pride, I recall):

'Not on', she replied

'OK', says I, 'A pint of Marstons Pedigree'

'Thats not on either'

'Adnams Broadside'

'Nope'

'Brains's SA?'

'No!'

'Youngs'

'Still settling'

'Bombardier'

'No'

'So', I said, 'Any real ales on tonight'

'No', she replied, 'they're all off'.

'OK then...gimme three bottles of Becks.'

I should add that Watford is the home of the corporate HQ of Wetherspoons PLC. The 'bar' - and that is a compliment - was an absolute disgrace. I have no intention of ever again visiting one of their outlets which as far as I am concerned are aimed at the sort of people who shop at ASDA - people who know not what they are buying but who are quite happy to join the crowd and pay silly money for tat.

Gremlin 18-07-2011 18:43
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I have heard some very good comments about Wetherspoons and a while ago when I was in Southport I decided to have my lunch in one.

I found the place on Lord Street and started to open the door but one side hit a childs push chair, or buggy as they are called. Three very young children, probably only one year old, were crawling about on the floor not far from the door, three women were sat at the bar having a good laugh and using foul language. I gave the place a miss.
I mentioned it to my mate when I got home and he has used them all over the Country and swears by them so I must have been unlucky that day. I passed the one in Accrington on Saturday and the prices in the window didn't look that cheap to me but I am used to supping in a Club where I admit it is usually cheaper.

Ken Moss 18-07-2011 18:43
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Tealeaf (Post 919919)
I remember - three or four years ago - Accy Stanley were drawn against Watford FC, in I think, the Carling Cup. Accompanied by a lesbian ex-nun and a gay ex-footy referee who had once sent Mr Coleman out of the dug-out and into the stands, we left the metropolis for the big game.

Arriving at Watford, we proceeded to the ground and on the way noticed a Wetherspoons establishment which appeared to be occupied by a substancial number of ASFC supporters, so in need of some serious liquid refreshment, we entered the aforesaid premises.

There was a rack of six real ale pumps on the bar; I asked the serving wench for a pint of the one on the left (Fuller's london Pride, I recall):

'Not on', she replied

'OK', says I, 'A pint of Marstons Pedigree'

'Thats not on either'

'Adnams Broadside'

'Nope'

'Brains's SA?'

'No!'

'Youngs'

'Still settling'

'Bombardier'

'No'

'So', I said, 'Any real ales on tonight'

'No', she replied, 'they're all off'.

'OK then...gimme three bottles of Becks.'

I should add that Watford is the home of the corporate HQ of Wetherspoons PLC. The 'bar' - and that is a compliment - was an absolute disgrace. I have no intention of ever again visiting one of their outlets which as far as I am concerned are aimed at the sort of people who shop at ASDA - people who know not what they are buying but who are quite happy to join the crowd and pay silly money for tat.
With that post all remaining respect for you has evaporated like a summer cloud.

You had a bad experience at one Wetherspoons in the south of England where real ale is hardly the first choice of the majority and have chosen to lambast the entire chain, plus denigrate anyone who shops at ASDA into the bargain.

I suggest you go back to bed and try getting out of the other side tomorrow.

Margaret Pilkington 18-07-2011 18:43
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Too provincial for you then Tealeaf?

My daughter and I have gone to Manchester on odd times and we have gone into one of the Wetherspoons there. OK, so we don't drink beer.
We had a couple of glasses of wine and a chicken salad........I found nothing at all wrong with either of those things. I don't recall it being particularly expensive and it didn't seem like tat either.......ah, but then I am not a connoisseur.
Seemingly, you are used to far better things....and have a scathingly general opinion of anyone who does get some pleasure and enjoyment out of a visit to one of their places.

Tealeaf 18-07-2011 19:01
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Ken Moss (Post 919922)
With that post all remaining respect for you has evaporated like a summer cloud.

You had a bad experience at one Wetherspoons in the south of England where real ale is hardly the first choice of the majority and have chosen to lambast the entire chain, plus denigrate anyone who shops at ASDA into the bargain.

I suggest you go back to bed and try getting out of the other side tomorrow.
Absolute rubbish, Ken. You go back to bed.

The proportion of Real Ale drunk to lager fizz is far higher in the south than in the north and a typical pub down here will now normally have three real ales on tap - one southern, one northern and one possibly Cornish or Midlands. I have a choice of drinking Jenning's Cumberland Ale, Taylor's Landlord, Tetley's to name just a few.

As for ASDA, if you and others around Accy are happy to put your money into the pockets of the Walton family of Bentonville, Arkansas, then feel free but if you wish to live up to your socialist credentials then I suggest you do a little google on this company and in particular, it's exploitation of it's workforce. It has more employee lawsuits against it than any other company in corporate USA.

Personally, when I do shop in supermarkets, I use British ones such as Tesco or Sainsbury, or even better, the employee owned Waitrose (available on line in Accy) or the Co-Op.

Tealeaf 18-07-2011 19:09
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Breaking News!


One of the NOTW hacks has just been found in Watford.

He'd probably been drinking in that lousy Wetherspoons pub there.

Ken Moss 18-07-2011 19:14
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Tealeaf (Post 919926)
Absolute rubbish, Ken. You go back to bed.

The proportion of Real Ale drunk to lager fizz is far higher in the south than in the north and a typical pub down here will now normally have three real ales on tap - one southern, one northern and one possibly Cornish or Midlands. I have a choice of drinking Jenning's Cumberland Ale, Taylor's Landlord, Tetley's to name just a few.

As for ASDA, if you and others around Accy are happy to put your money into the pockets of the Walton family of Bentonville, Arkansas, then feel free but if you wish to live up to your socialist credentials then I suggest you do a little google on this company and in particular, it's exploitation of it's workforce. It has more employee lawsuits against it than any other company in corporate USA.

Personally, when I do shop in supermarkets, I use British ones such as Tesco or Sainsbury, or even better, the employee owned Waitrose (available on line in Accy) or the Co-Op.
I'm well aware of the arsenal of projectile weapons available in Walmart stores over in America but fortunately we're in England, and a deprived part at that. I'm not sure how many Accrington residents would be able to afford their weekly shop at Sainsburys, I know I couldn't. People will take the cheapest option which is why the likes of ASDA and Morrisons are scoring over the dearer Tesco.

Pin the socialist badge on me if it helps your argument but most folk around here like things cheap and the pub trade is dying on its arse precisely because it has become an increasingly expensive hobby.

Why bother with Accyweb if the members from Accrington are of such tasteless persuasion?

Margaret Pilkington 18-07-2011 19:20
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Asda emply people from Accrington, they contribute to the local economy.
Some of us do not have the luxury of choice in the way that you seem to...we have to shop where we can make our money go further.
Some of us will shop at all of thos places...buying the bargains that they offer, in order to get people into their stores.

Some of us cannot be so choosy as to boycott certain store because of what they do in other places......and if you look at Tesco, they are not sparkling white either.
I go where I can shop and get the best value for money......and one day, you too, might have to do the same.

Margaret Pilkington 18-07-2011 19:22
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Tealeaf, your problem is that you think you are too good for us.....snobbery....alive and well and living somewhere beginning with a W.

Tealeaf 18-07-2011 19:31
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Ken Moss (Post 919930)
Why bother with Accyweb if the members from Accrington are of such tasteless persuasion?
I never took you for a surrender merchant, Ken but that is obviously what you have now revealed yourself to be. If you really think that the future of the borough should be based upon a race to the bottom of tat supermarkets such as ASDA (which may or not be cheaper than their rivals - personally, I don't believe the advertising), charity shops, betting establishments and cheapo bars, then go ahead and put that in your manifesto come the next election.

Personally, I do believe that however hard the current economic circumstances, there are people still around who believe in standards and quality and are not prepared to sell out to the latest trendy fad which in the long term will only serve to further debase the local economy.

Gordon Booth 18-07-2011 20:07
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Tealeaf (Post 919934)

Personally, I do believe that however hard the current economic circumstances, there are people still around who believe in standards and quality and are not prepared to sell out to the latest trendy fad which in the long term will only serve to further debase the local economy.
Tealeaf, I can't believe you're the snob your posts make you appear to be. Your definition of a good tap room confirms that. By the way, you forgot to include the sawdust and well used spitoons.
Anyone who likes that sort of bar couldn't possibly be a snob, or perhaps you enjoy slumming it?
Of course there are still people who believe in standards and quality,it's just that they can't afford to pay top price for the same branded product they can buy in Asda.What's the difference between Asda Heinz beans and Waitrose Heinz beans? Except price?
I prefer not to shop in Asda, not because of snobbery but because it's foreign owned. As it's the second most successful supermarket in the UK you must look down on an awefull lot of people- how warming for you.
Be honest, you're just having a good stir.Aren't you??

MargaretR 18-07-2011 21:08
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Since you are pricing beans, I thought I would do just that here -
Heinz Baked Beanz in Tomato Sauce (415g) in Ocado | mySupermarket
Well would you believe it !!
Ocado, who deliver Waitrose, are the cheapest.
You can check it for yourself by clicking on the tabs at the top.

Gordon Booth 18-07-2011 21:20
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MargaretR, you're right of course.
Try Kellogg's Cornflakes(first one I thought of)-750grm-Tesco/Asda £2.00
Sainsbury/Ocado £2.48
Lets not nitpick over individual items, you must agree(as they admit) overall Sainsbury's and Waitrose cost more than Tesco/Asda. It matters to some people.
We're loosing the thread!

Margaret Pilkington 18-07-2011 21:31
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Gordon Booth (Post 919942)
I prefer not to shop in Asda, not because of snobbery but because it's foreign owned. As it's the second most successful supermarket in the UK you must look down on an awefull lot of people- how warming for you.
Be honest, you're just having a good stir.Aren't you??
Well, Gordon, it might be foreign owned but it provides jobs for local people, buys goods produced in this country(and I know it also sells goods produced abroad) and in that way it promotes and supports the economy, both local and national.
I know that Asda sponsored healthy eating in schools,because I was one of the people who went out and talked to primary school children about healthy eating........and took with me a great big box of fruit and veg for the children to sample...paid for by Asda.

Some people may not like supermarkets, but they have come about because they have taken over much of the market.....you don't see Veevers on the main street, or any other little local independent grocer, do you.
And why do you think this might be? It is because people took their money and spent in supermarkets....the supermarkets prospered and the little man went to the wall......we did that(or perhaps market forces) so it is no good lamenting their demise now.

Many of us do not have the luxury of shopping in places that are noted for their ethics....we have to shop where the money will go furthest. That is an economic fact of life.
I can't afford to be picky where I buy my food....I have to buy where it is cheapest.

Ken Moss 19-07-2011 07:43
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Tealeaf (Post 919934)
If you really think that the future of the borough should be based upon a race to the bottom of tat supermarkets such as ASDA (which may or not be cheaper than their rivals - personally, I don't believe the advertising), charity shops, betting establishments and cheapo bars, then go ahead and put that in your manifesto come the next election.
Nothing to do with advertising, a simple cost comparison of my own weekly shop revealed the facts.

You're right about quality though, why on Earth hasn't Waitrose opened a store in Accrington?

They must have no idea about what people really want.

Lolly 20-07-2011 20:12
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I've been in today. The inside is beautiful, they've done a superb job on it. Most of the art work is Accrington related. The beer garden is lovely too. Food was good. The only problem was that they got the food order wrong, but were very good about it (didn't want to complain too much as today was ticket only and everything was free!) but these sorts of teething problems are to be expected while the staff get used to things.
And a decent set of toilets in an Accy pub..... thats rare!! The toilets are upstairs but they have disabled ones downstairs.

Overall a very good pub.

cashman 20-07-2011 20:14
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Ticket only Lolly, yer obviously a chosen one.:D

Lolly 20-07-2011 20:17
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Originally Posted by cashman (Post 920348)
Ticket only Lolly, yer obviously a chosen one.:D
:D Not really loads of people had them, they've been packed all day.

Margaret Pilkington 20-07-2011 20:33
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Lolly (Post 920346)
I've been in today. The inside is beautiful, they've done a superb job on it. Most of the art work is Accrington related. The beer garden is lovely too. Food was good. The only problem was that they got the food order wrong, but were very good about it (didn't want to complain too much as today was ticket only and everything was free!) but these sorts of teething problems are to be expected while the staff get used to things.
And a decent set of toilets in an Accy pub..... thats rare!! The toilets are upstairs but they have disabled ones downstairs.

Overall a very good pub.
Good to hear that they have done a good job.....I hope they make a success of it.

Tealeaf 20-07-2011 21:14
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Lolly (Post 920346)
Most of the art work is Accrington related.
Explain further.

Bernard Dawson 20-07-2011 23:02
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Tealeaf (Post 920358)
Explain further.
They've got pictures of people from Accrington who've done well in various fields. Jon Anderson has his picture on the wall. Joseph Briggs, with the Tiffany glass connection. There's also recognition of various industries to Accrington, things like that.

cashman 20-07-2011 23:06
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Bernard Dawson (Post 920389)
They've got pictures of people from Accrington who've done well in various fields. Jon Anderson has his picture on the wall. Joseph Briggs, with the Tiffany glass connection. There's also recognition of various industries to Accrington, things like that.
So you got a ticket as well? Typical.:D;)

Bernard Dawson 20-07-2011 23:16
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Originally Posted by cashman (Post 920391)
So you got a ticket as well? Typical.:D;)
No I didn't get a ticket. I had a look round last week.

Tealeaf 20-07-2011 23:17
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That's the problem today, Cashy - people have no principles.

I don't mind people selling out for a pound of flesh - but selling out for a free pint, a dodgy plate of chips and a few piccys of local celebs plastered on the wall?

Is there nowt sacred?

cashman 20-07-2011 23:18
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Bernard Dawson (Post 920392)
No I didn't get a ticket. I had a look round last week.
yeh must not be as well in as lolly then.:D

BERNADETTE 20-07-2011 23:21
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Quote:
Originally Posted by cashman (Post 920391)
So you got a ticket as well? Typical.:D;)
They were handed out round town on Monday or so I was told by a young lass who is working there:)

Tealeaf 20-07-2011 23:26
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Quote:
Originally Posted by BERNADETTE (Post 920395)
They were handed out round town on Monday or so I was told by a young lass who is working there:)
So they must have been desperate.

It's downhill from here on.

Bernard Dawson 20-07-2011 23:27
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Quote:
Originally Posted by cashman (Post 920394)
yeh must not be as well in as lolly then.:D
So it would seem.

BERNADETTE 20-07-2011 23:43
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Tealeaf (Post 920396)
So they must have been desperate.

It's downhill from here on.
Not the way I see it but you are entitled to your own opinion. Maybe the building should have been left to rot like the Con Club, Cannon Street Baptist Church and many more buildings in our town. Or maybe they should all be demolished to make way for even more Tesco express stores:rolleyes:. Any Wetherspoons that I have visited has always been very busy selling food and guess what we all know it isn't going to be up to "gourmet" standards but "cheap and cheerful" will suffice for most of us when nipping out with friends at lunch time. ;)

Margaret Pilkington 21-07-2011 05:57
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Tealeaf (Post 920393)
That's the problem today, Cashy - people have no principles.

I don't mind people selling out for a pound of flesh - but selling out for a free pint, a dodgy plate of chips and a few piccys of local celebs plastered on the wall?

Is there nowt sacred?
We get the picture Tealeaf.....you don't like Wetherspoons......you believe that you are too good for them....they are too provincial for you.
So why keep on about it?
No-one is going to force you in there.........and at least there is one thing we can be sure of....if we do go in there....we won't be meeting you! Hallelujah.
PBWY

lancsdave 21-07-2011 08:16
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Bernard Dawson (Post 920392)
No I didn't get a ticket. I had a look round last week.
They must only wheel out the VIP's for the official opening ceremony ;)

The local football league club seemed to be well represented :)

Wynonie Harris 21-07-2011 08:25
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Originally Posted by lancsdave (Post 920411)
The local football league club seemed to be well represented :)
In what way, Dave? Players present on the opening day or memorabilia on the walls?

lancsdave 21-07-2011 08:32
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Originally Posted by Wynonie Harris (Post 920416)
In what way, Dave? Players present on the opening day or memorabilia on the walls?
Andy Proctor was part of the offical opening team and at least a couple of members of staff present although I had to text one of them and ask who dressed them :D

jaysay 21-07-2011 08:34
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Margaret Pilkington (Post 920401)
We get the picture Tealeaf.....you don't like Wetherspoons......you believe that you are too good for them....they are too provincial for you.
So why keep on about it?
No-one is going to force you in there.........and at least there is one thing we can be sure of....if we do go in there....we won't be meeting you! Hallelujah.
PBWY
The thing is Margaret, it will probable take off in leaps and bounds now Tealeaf has stated he won't be going in:D

Benipete 21-07-2011 08:36
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Originally Posted by lancsdave (Post 920417)
although I had to text one of them and ask who dressed them :D
Was It Stevie Wonder?:hehetable

Wynonie Harris 21-07-2011 08:43
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Quote:
Originally Posted by lancsdave (Post 920417)
Andy Proctor was part of the offical opening team and at least a couple of members of staff present although I had to text one of them and ask who dressed them :D
Ok, I won't ask who! Sounds like a reasonable place to have my postmatch pint, while I'm waiting for the X41. :)

Bernard Dawson 21-07-2011 08:56
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Quote:
Originally Posted by lancsdave (Post 920417)
Andy Proctor was part of the offical opening team and at least a couple of members of staff present although I had to text one of them and ask who dressed them :D
Andy Procter cut the ribbon, along with the Mayor.

Margaret Pilkington 21-07-2011 09:29
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Originally Posted by jaysay (Post 920418)
The thing is Margaret, it will probable take off in leaps and bounds now Tealeaf has stated he won't be going in:D
Yes, the thought of bumping into him in there might put some people right off the place.

cashman 21-07-2011 09:51
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Bernard Dawson (Post 920428)
Andy Procter cut the ribbon, along with the Mayor.
yeh well yeh were yon this morning,being a dignitary.:D;)

Bernard Dawson 21-07-2011 10:08
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Quote:
Originally Posted by cashman (Post 920444)
yeh well yeh were yon this morning,being a dignitary.:D;)
I just called in for a brew.There's was a good turnout from Stanley both players and officials, which was nice to see.

Wynonie Harris 21-07-2011 10:20
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Bernard Dawson (Post 920453)
I just called in for a brew.There's was a good turnout from Stanley both players and officials, which was nice to see.
What about the local stuff on display, Bernard? Anything Stanley related?

cashman 21-07-2011 13:28
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Have just checked it out,was heaving, the pics i saw were of ewbank, some hall/lodge etc, beer garden was great, ample space under cover n outside, never saw all the pics, couldn't get near some of em, on the downside beware if yer taking kids in, half of coca-cola £1-65.:eek:

Wynonie Harris 21-07-2011 14:20
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Quote:
Originally Posted by cashman (Post 920488)
Have just checked it out,was heaving, the pics i saw were of ewbank, some hall/lodge etc, beer garden was great, ample space under cover n outside, never saw all the pics, couldn't get near some of em, on the downside beware if yer taking kids in, half of coca-cola £1-65.:eek:
Right, I'll be checking it out myself in a few weeks time and if there's no Stanley pics, I'll be having a word! ;)

flashy 21-07-2011 14:22
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I was just saying to Reece that we should have a look in sometime for a meal, i think he'll be drinking blackcurrant and soda, its cheaper, thanx for that Cashy

Bernard Dawson 21-07-2011 14:41
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Wynonie Harris (Post 920495)
Right, I'll be checking it out myself in a few weeks time and if there's no Stanley pics, I'll be having a word! ;)
There's a Stanley picture from the Peel Park days.

AccyMad 21-07-2011 14:51
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Originally Posted by cashman (Post 920488)
Have just checked it out,was heaving, the pics i saw were of ewbank, some hall/lodge etc, beer garden was great, ample space under cover n outside, never saw all the pics, couldn't get near some of em, on the downside beware if yer taking kids in, half of coca-cola £1-65.:eek:
Ya sly owd beggar Cashy, I'm sure you said you wouldn't be venturing in such a place - what's up, did curiosity get the better of you :rolleyes: - just popped in meself for a quick birthday drink. didn't stay too long as was packed but will definately go back when the novelty's worn off a bit & it's not quite so busy

cashman 21-07-2011 14:57
Re: Wetherspoons
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by AccyMad (Post 920506)
Ya sly owd beggar Cashy, I'm sure you said you wouldn't be venturing in such a place - what's up, did curiosity get the better of you :rolleyes: - just popped in meself for a quick birthday drink. didn't stay too long as was packed but will definately go back when the novelty's worn off a bit & it's not quite so busy
To be fair i thought how can i slag it,if i aint been in it?:D

Wynonie Harris 21-07-2011 14:59
Re: Wetherspoons
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Bernard Dawson (Post 920501)
There's a Stanley picture from the Peel Park days.
Good stuff, Bernard, they saved themselves a tongue lashing there! ;)

AccyMad 21-07-2011 15:07
Re: Wetherspoons
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by cashman (Post 920507)
To be fair i thought how can i slag it,if i aint been in it?:D
Fair play - might've known there's be method in your madness :rolleyes:

Barrie Yates 21-07-2011 16:07
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Called in at lunchtime, place was packed - no doubt some would be there out of curiosity, but it seemed OK.
Nicely laid out, comfortable smoking area all under cover, with decent tables and chairs and what looked to be a pleasant beer garden.
Noticed that there was security around so maybe they will keep the dross out of there. Prices up a little, Kronenbourg was 15p dearer than the Queens, I tried the White Witch, tasty which was about £1 for a half.
Will definitely be going in there again.

Bee 21-07-2011 16:19
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Wow..it's opened today!.

lancsdave 21-07-2011 17:08
Re: Wetherspoons
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Bee (Post 920517)
Wow..it's opened today!.
How do you know ? :confused:

Benipete 21-07-2011 17:18
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Quote:
Originally Posted by lancsdave (Post 920526)
How do you know ? :confused:
He passed on the way to the buzz stop.:D

jaysay 21-07-2011 17:37
Re: Wetherspoons
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by cashman (Post 920507)
To be fair i thought how can i slag it,if i aint been in it?:D
Its never stop ya before:D

jaysay 21-07-2011 17:38
Re: Wetherspoons
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Benipete (Post 920529)
He passed on the way to the buzz stop.:D
Oh you buzz of:D:D:D

flashy 21-07-2011 18:40
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It's still packed, just been past, it was nice to see the bouncers on the door, not seen any anywhere near that pub in years

Tealeaf 21-07-2011 19:16
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Bouncers on the door = Bar, and a place to be avoided.

Definately not a pub, then.

Gordon Booth 21-07-2011 20:49
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You're only saying that because you know they wouldn't let you in.

Tealeaf 21-07-2011 20:56
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I would not dream of crossing the threshold.

Anyway, can someone please describe in more detail the decor in there?

phil8715 21-07-2011 21:59
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I was in there around half past 2 today. They have done a really good job of the building.

I'm going in tomorrow night for a few beers with the Mrs.

Tealeaf 21-07-2011 22:14
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Please, please, please can someone tell me what is the internal decor:

a) Lighting

b) Tables (wood type, colour, style, whether numbered or not) & chairs

c) Internal divisions

d) Carpet - colour and pattern

e) Bar - colour, style and pump lay out

f) If anyone got to see the 'kitchens', the numbers and layout of the microwaves and deep fat fryers.

cashman 21-07-2011 22:16
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Tables are numbered T. noticed little else was heaving so headed straight out to beer garden after fighting to get served.:D wood tables in beer garden half of it covered, astro turf floor out yon.

Tealeaf 21-07-2011 22:22
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Originally Posted by cashman (Post 920570)
...astro turf floor out yon.
I need to know no more. It simply confirms what I knew all along...a plastic bar, one more in their grubby chain and no different than Macdonalds other than in the refreshments on offer. Yuk!

cashman 21-07-2011 22:35
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yep the astro turf is tacky, in fairness though it beats the crap outa standing at pub doors in the cold n rain to have a fag. though i shan't be repeating at that price fer a sodding coke.:eek:

Tealeaf 21-07-2011 22:46
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It sounds like an absolute nightmare, Cashy.

You have my deepest sympathies.

Actually, I think you deserve a medal for your ordeal. I do believe there is a spare one going round t'town hall.

cashman 21-07-2011 22:58
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Thanks T, twas all in the cause of research.:D

Pudwoppa 21-07-2011 23:16
Wetherspoons
 
Just got back from the new Wetherspoons. As the saying goes; you've seen one, you've seen them all.

That said, the interior looks a lot better for what they've done. Much bigger and ten times better in terms of decor.

Also, some nice pictures around - more than a few featuring local historic info and imagery that I'd never seen before. So interesting from that point of view. Nice use of Ewbank adverts and old photographs - I'd love to know where they got them from.

Margaret Pilkington 22-07-2011 06:39
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Tealeaf (Post 920563)
I would not dream of crossing the threshold.

Anyway, can someone please describe in more detail the decor in there?
Why on earth would you want to know after speaking of the chain is such contemptuous tones?
I thought the place held no interest for you.(You want to know a lot for someone who professes to dislike the chain).

flashy 22-07-2011 08:39
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Sat in there now, just paid £1.99 for a breakfast deal which is a coffee and a bacon roll.....bargain...you can either have bacon roll, or sausage or fried egg, porridge, teacakes or fresh fruit and yoghurt, with either coffee, tea or juice

jaysay 22-07-2011 08:48
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Margaret Pilkington (Post 920588)
Why on earth would you want to know after speaking of the chain is such contemptuous tones?
I thought the place held no interest for you.(You want to know a lot for someone who professes to dislike the chain).
:confused::confused::confused:Um that was puzzling me too Margaret

cashman 22-07-2011 08:51
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Margaret Pilkington (Post 920588)
Why on earth would you want to know after speaking of the chain is such contemptuous tones?
I thought the place held no interest for you.(You want to know a lot for someone who professes to dislike the chain).
Quote:
Originally Posted by jaysay (Post 920596)
:confused::confused::confused:Um that was puzzling me too Margaret
yeh aint very quick on you two.:D

Ken Moss 22-07-2011 08:51
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Quote:
Originally Posted by flashy (Post 920595)
Sat in there now, just paid £1.99 for a breakfast deal which is a coffee and a bacon roll.....bargain...you can either have bacon roll, or sausage or fried egg, porridge, teacakes or fresh fruit and yoghurt, with either coffee, tea or juice
I had a full English breakfast with a friend on Sunday at the one in Preston and we were stuffed for a tenner.

Decent grub and no washing up, it works for me every time after a heavy night out!

flashy 22-07-2011 09:03
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Been to loads of Wetherspoons pubs all over the country, apart from The postal Order in Blackburn they are all nice and clean, this is gorgeous

Benipete 22-07-2011 09:24
Re: Wetherspoons
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Margaret Pilkington (Post 920588)
Why on earth would you want to know after speaking of the chain is such contemptuous tones?
I thought the place held no interest for you.(You want to know a lot for someone who professes to dislike the chain).
Take no notice,He told me he was helping Rolph Harris move last week.:D:D

Margaret Pilkington 22-07-2011 10:34
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Quote:
Originally Posted by cashman (Post 920597)
yeh aint very quick on you two.:D
you might like to think that Cashy......I know exactly what his game is:)....and it's not shove ha'penny.

Bee 22-07-2011 13:49
Re: Wetherspoons
 
Wetherspoons look beautiful on the outside.

DaveinGermany 22-07-2011 15:52
Re: Wetherspoons
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Margaret Pilkington (Post 920611)
:)....and it's not shove ha'penny.
I do hope these aren't the same Ha'pennies used by Retlaws Mate ! (From the "What was it called ?" thread) :eek:

spignific 22-07-2011 15:55
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Maybe have a few in Wetherspoons tonight,be back in there from tomorrow,taking lady for tea and making a full night of it then .Might even go through the drinks menu list in alphabetical order i.e. a absolute vodka,b brandy ;)
dont want to upset Cashy even more about his 1.95 coke but a Double Lambs rum and coke is £3.40,just £1.45 more than his coke :eek:
Ive been in more than 50 wetherspoons around the country and the food is just about average but worth it.
It will be good that accy webbers can try it post good and bad comments on this tread but one person that wont be in there is TEALEAF,although he's posted more replies on here than anyone :D

Sara 22-07-2011 16:08
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Went in this morning for a coffee, thought it looked very nice. Got an orange and water and a coffee the price was £1.95, so didn't think it was to bad. Going back this evening to sample a few alcholic beverages (sp). But got me wondering though, how many people will start meeting under the clock again. Used to do that late 70s early 80s, and guess what? Am doing it tonight for the first time in years.

Tealeaf 22-07-2011 17:02
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Bee (Post 920624)
Wetherspoons look beautiful on the outside.
I wonder, Bee, if you could confirm what it is like on the inside. With the gallant exception of the brave Lord Cashy who ventured within yesterday, no one on here is prepared to confirm exactly what lies in that grim interior.

No matter...I know. It's a terrible mish-mash of IKEA/MFI style tables - a little bit more chunky, perhaps, togeather with the sort of seating you would find in a run down Italian railway station waiting room, some cheap lighting of the sort you used to get in Woolworths, a tacky pinewood bar, all backed up round the back with racks of industrial microwaves knocking out the same cheap emulsified fat as is found in the waste bins at your local kebab shop.

it's clientele, no doubt, will be those who have made the Mac's Cab ride up from the ASDA; they are the sort of people who you would find in one of those cheap zombie films. Think of 'Dawn of the Dead', or '28 days Later', mindless creatures who know no better than to fight and to feast on whatever old muck is placed in front of them.

jaysay 22-07-2011 17:50
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Bee (Post 920624)
Wetherspoons look beautiful on the outside.
Won't it be great when your old enough to have a look inside;)

Margaret Pilkington 22-07-2011 18:13
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Tealeaf, c'mon, you really aren't trying. You can be far more condescending than that.
I've seen you do it.

It must be wonderful to have such a jaundiced view of your fellow Accywebbers and the people of Accrington.

Did you take an exam in being bitter and twisted, or is it a natural skill?

jaysay 22-07-2011 18:16
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Margaret Pilkington (Post 920658)
Tealeaf, c'mon, you really aren't trying. You can be far more condescending than that.
I've seen you do it.

It must be wonderful to have such a jaundiced view of your fellow Accywebbers and the people of Accrington.

Did you take an exam in being bitter and twisted, or is it a natural skill?
Margaret, he does come from "Church";)

lancsdave 22-07-2011 18:17
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I have no idea if or when I will go in, I don't give a toss who does or doesn't go in. The simple fact is it looks a lot better now than when those disgusting metal shutters were on the windows.


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