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by blackburnturfite
Wed Jul 26, 2023 8:53 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: I know it was only preseason…
Replies: 38
Views: 3545

Re: I know it was only preseason…

Agree with all the above comments, both teams playing with something to prove, dont like to mention any favourites but Townsend looked first class!
by blackburnturfite
Tue Jul 25, 2023 11:35 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Jack & Fred Walker
Replies: 15
Views: 2596

Re: Jack & Fred Walker

59claret wrote:
Tue Jul 25, 2023 10:49 am
Can assure you that in 1979 C Walkers were no back street scrap metal merchants!! Well established steel stockholders then !
I agree, i plastered the new offices on Paterson St, 1963, they had a fleet of transport and both owned MK 10 Jags. both well respected by all workers.
by blackburnturfite
Mon Jun 26, 2023 4:39 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Horse flies
Replies: 39
Views: 3856

Re: Horse flies

bfcjg wrote:
Sun Jun 25, 2023 11:20 am
Occupational hazard in Blackburn.
One measure, £4 dettol/4water, got this tip off a lady who always rides horses, i walk a lot thru fields and woods, keep a mixture in car,, never been bitten since!
by blackburnturfite
Sun May 07, 2023 4:47 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: VK Contract
Replies: 127
Views: 9427

Re: VK Contract

DAVETHEVICAR wrote:
Sun May 07, 2023 4:30 pm
Absolutely amazing news for Burnley Football Club
UTC
Great news, lm 78 this year, going to have a word with the one above tonight and plead for a few more years :D
by blackburnturfite
Mon May 01, 2023 11:10 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Everton SD Burnley Pace
Replies: 67
Views: 5943

Re: Everton SD Burnley Pace

Pace was already in. Dyche did wonders for our club, but his trotted-out answer of him keeping us up wasn't tested, but that he thought he would is very convenient on his part - I think 99% of us know it wasn't going to happen. Pace threw the dice, and it was the right thing to do. As for Dyche "de...
by blackburnturfite
Sat Apr 08, 2023 10:22 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Possible scenario at Ewood ...
Replies: 17
Views: 2928

Re: Possible scenario at Ewood ...

As far as i am concerned, l cannot have a view on Blackburns crowd limit, for the simple reason no statement has been forthcoming from them, as to why this restriction has come about, they seem to be hiding behind a wall of silence. i do hold the view that Burnley F,C, and the supporters, should rec...
by blackburnturfite
Thu Jan 12, 2023 8:47 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Tarks
Replies: 45
Views: 4490

Re: Tarks

l agree, ridiculous comment.
by blackburnturfite
Wed Jan 11, 2023 9:22 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Tarks
Replies: 45
Views: 4490

Re: Tarks

Too old for Kompany, new era, exciting times, we as supporters must go with the manager. move on.
by blackburnturfite
Thu Dec 29, 2022 5:30 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Buckshaw Village clarets
Replies: 32
Views: 4376

Re: Buckshaw Village clarets

Altho i lived in Blackburn most of my life, as my username suggests, Hoghton now not too far away.
by blackburnturfite
Tue Oct 11, 2022 12:58 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Kompany thoughts so far....
Replies: 174
Views: 8361

Re: Kompany thoughts so far....

I thought Alan Pace had lost the plot when S Dyche was dismissed, but now with V Kompany and his staff on board, i am back pedaling, and really enjoying the ride, the future looks bright and i like what i see. Nice work Alan Pace, and welcome V Kompany!
by blackburnturfite
Thu Sep 22, 2022 8:59 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: PCP Query
Replies: 80
Views: 5215

Re: PCP Query

No I wasn't a guarantor and what would be the reason for one? I wasn't happy with the garage in Blackburn who sold him the deal and I told them so later as it isn't ethical to sell an 88 year old a PCP no matter how good the deal. I class car salesman in the same category as estate agents, lawyers ...
by blackburnturfite
Fri May 13, 2022 8:10 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Jacko
Replies: 16
Views: 2527

Re: Jacko

On you tube, there is a interview at Tranmere when Jackson was asked if he was hoping to be the next manager of that club, Michael Jackson's reply was, i am a coach not a manger.
by blackburnturfite
Sun Feb 06, 2022 12:22 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: I thought it was a pretty decent performance.
Replies: 162
Views: 8355

Re: I thought it was a pretty decent performance.

Agree with most of that, my opinion altho desperate for points, we have been playing reasonably well as of late, except for what counts putting the ball in the back of the net, yesterday with those conditions it was a lottery, i would put that performance on the back burner, we know on his day Corne...
by blackburnturfite
Mon Jul 19, 2021 10:05 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Insect bites.
Replies: 31
Views: 3295

Re: Insect bites.

I suffered a lot with horsefly bites, walking a lot on moors, my niece a practice nurse, owns a horse advised me 4 pts water, i pt Dettol, not had one since,two years now, after applying this mixture. Good luck
by blackburnturfite
Sun May 23, 2021 3:50 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: RIP Ron Hill
Replies: 23
Views: 2896

Re: RIP Ron Hill

A ex C L M Harrier myself, I can only endorse these past remarks. R I P Ron Hill, condolences to family and friends.
by blackburnturfite
Sun May 16, 2021 9:12 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: O/T I walked through the town centre yesterday...
Replies: 107
Views: 8531

Re: O/T I walked through the town centre yesterday...

I went to Blackburn to my Building society, exactly the same, it pays to look at other centres, before you find fault with your own , it will take time for shoppers to return to normal life as we knew it.
by blackburnturfite
Sat Mar 20, 2021 6:20 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: PNE
Replies: 70
Views: 9245

Re: PNE

To be honest, I wouldn't begrudge them getting promoted as they are the one rival that hasn't been in the Premier League. They also seem to have changed their opinion of us and don't begrudge our status now, unlike other people just down the road. It might also give us 6 points :D. Think you could ...
by blackburnturfite
Sun Dec 20, 2020 10:34 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Strictly
Replies: 433
Views: 44969

Re: Strictly

Steve1956 wrote:
Sun Dec 20, 2020 9:20 am
Aye me and the wife give him our six votes each such a humble man,and I like his sense of humour,well deserved and a triumph for all us one foot in the coffin guys on here.
Blimey not for me i'm afraid, born 1945, glass half full.
by blackburnturfite
Fri Aug 07, 2020 12:33 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Stuart metcalfe
Replies: 9
Views: 2801

Re: Stuart metcalfe

A genuine bloke as mentioned, he once told me he thought there could be a chance of Burnley coming for him, and seemed genuinely interested at the prospect, as mentioned Rovers through and through, but at that time it made my day when Dobbo returned from Everton, Stuart later signed for Carlisle if ...
by blackburnturfite
Mon Jul 13, 2020 7:36 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: SD on talksporr in 2 minutes
Replies: 62
Views: 8519

Re: SD on talksporr in 2 minutes

Chester Perry wrote:
Mon Jul 13, 2020 1:39 pm
you can listen here on play-back from 5 mins in

https://talksport.com/radio/listen-agai ... 594638000/
Thanks C.P. l appreciate that thread, very positive statement from S.D.
by blackburnturfite
Tue Mar 31, 2020 1:26 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Green Flag App
Replies: 7
Views: 967

Re: Green Flag App

Thanks to all of you for your time,at the end after numerous attempts i cracked it,very frustrating.Thanks again. UTC.
by blackburnturfite
Mon Mar 30, 2020 5:10 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Green Flag App
Replies: 7
Views: 967

Green Flag App

I have received a e-mail from Green Flag asking me to install their app on my mobile, password, verifification code, upper and lower case letters including numbers, as i am 70+ years of age i am finding this hard to follow cannot ask family to help, as with this virus i am more or less isolated, jus...
by blackburnturfite
Fri Oct 18, 2019 12:47 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: PPI
Replies: 43
Views: 3373

Re: PPI

FactualFrank wrote:This PPI crap can't end soon enough.
When i am advised by family to try claiming off both my accounts, from years ago, and my balance swells by £2000, as a working man i refuse to call it crap, in fact it's my money being returned to me.
by blackburnturfite
Wed Jan 23, 2019 12:54 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: ARTICLE: Gentleman Jimmy Robson is 80
Replies: 19
Views: 3035

Re: ARTICLE: Gentleman Jimmy Robson is 80

I saw him a few month ago, walking to the ground, Jimmy looks very well for his age, Best wishes mate!
by blackburnturfite
Sun Sep 23, 2018 7:59 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: is there a better goalkeeping coach ......
Replies: 12
Views: 2197

Re: is there a better goalkeeping coach ......

than Billy Mercer?? he must be up there The Standard of our keepers is a Credit, Mercer should be recognised for the time he spends at Barnfield, with these players. Hart didn't have a good defence in front of him at Wolves, and it should be taken in account as being most consistent during that gam...
by blackburnturfite
Mon Sep 03, 2018 12:32 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: The big screen
Replies: 31
Views: 3534

Re: The big screen

No it's not your ears AlargeClaret, the P.A.system is muffled and does'nt come across as clear, team changes or safety warnings inaudible.
by blackburnturfite
Sun Jul 22, 2018 4:32 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Investment needed
Replies: 20
Views: 3537

Re: Investment needed

No doubt if Mike Garlick, and Sean Dyche read your post, they may take your advice on board.
by blackburnturfite
Wed May 09, 2018 8:00 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Yaya Toure
Replies: 74
Views: 9148

Re: Yaya Toure

It's not so long ago that we would have been thrilled to bits to sign yaya toure's grandma. Now we are actually discussing whether or not the man himself is good enough for us when he has just been part of a team that has run away with the premier league. Madness. Your post is correct K.K., as i al...
by blackburnturfite
Mon Apr 30, 2018 8:31 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: FA issue statement to say some Burnley fans behaviour unacceptable on Saturday
Replies: 599
Views: 37642

Re: BHA to investigate Bong abuse claims

I was in the CFS, and obviously heard the Booing, as a 72 year old male find childish and petty, okay Rodriguez has had some disagreement with this guy,as will happen in sport, i will honestly say i have never booed anyone ever, i will make my feelings known in other ways though, believe me, but mon...
by blackburnturfite
Tue Apr 17, 2018 1:25 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Whose run a Marathon before?
Replies: 25
Views: 2941

Re: Whose run a Marathon before?

Me and the wife are doing our first marathon at the Windermere marathon 20th May, silly old sods, just looking to get round and survive Well don't set off too fast, very undulating, i've done 11, and Windermere is up there as very tough, it is always worthwhile running a measured mile, timing your ...
by blackburnturfite
Fri Apr 06, 2018 7:07 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: The ross wallace appreciation thread
Replies: 12
Views: 3325

Re: The ross wallace appreciation thread

I think it's always worth reminiscing about our ex players, more so players of wallaces stature, even if we was in the lower leagues. its down to past and present players, we have to thank as to where we are at this moment in time!!
by blackburnturfite
Sun Apr 01, 2018 9:04 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Jay rodriguez
Replies: 112
Views: 14649

Re: Jay rodriguez

pushpinpussy wrote:past his best. please dont bring him back
Agree, we have moved on in my opinion. :)
by blackburnturfite
Wed Mar 28, 2018 6:51 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: The “you let your country down” chant
Replies: 23
Views: 3304

Re: The “you let your country down” chant

My feelings are you let your Country down, and Jack Walker is dead, both should be binned..
by blackburnturfite
Tue Mar 27, 2018 12:20 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: O/T Madeleine McCann
Replies: 161
Views: 11093

Re: O/T Madeleine McCann

It's still all theoretical about Ben Needham isn't it? They've got a pretty good idea, but it's never been confirmed because their main suspect is dead. Completely different to the McCanns though, who left their children in a room alone whilst they went out, after they'd given them something to hel...
by blackburnturfite
Thu Mar 15, 2018 8:21 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Karcher power washer repairs.
Replies: 7
Views: 1343

Re: Karcher power washer repairs.

Thanks to you all, i' have tried most things suggested You Tube, air locks, reviews and realized that the Karcher name is'nt the most popular, may strip it down, but it has only had 3 summers
by blackburnturfite
Wed Mar 14, 2018 4:39 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Statement from West Ham
Replies: 29
Views: 3954

Re: Statement from West Ham

They really don't need to apologise to me. Rolling over and playing dead whilst we banged in 3 goals and had it away on our toes with the 3 points was all I really needed tbh. I had a great time!!! :P I think we are under-estimating the way Burnley played the 2nd half, we kept our heads,and took th...
by blackburnturfite
Wed Mar 14, 2018 10:00 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Karcher power washer repairs.
Replies: 7
Views: 1343

Karcher power washer repairs.

My Karcher power washer, has lost pressure and has very little water force when using it, any advice or repair recommendations would be appreciated, thanks in advance..
by blackburnturfite
Tue Mar 13, 2018 12:14 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Defour
Replies: 15
Views: 3448

Re: Defour

Dublin7Claret wrote:Shame. Would have been interesting to see Defour vs Cork ;)
Not too bothered about watching them play against each other, but looking forward to the day when both in Clarets squad playing together. :)
by blackburnturfite
Fri Mar 09, 2018 9:05 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Joey Barton off tonight
Replies: 69
Views: 8946

Re: Joey Barton off tonight

Just been to the rearranged evening and an excellent night. Dyche and his coaching team in the audience with the manager coming on stage part way through the evening. Evening slightly spoiled by some repetitively shouting ‘Dean Marney’ at various points for some strange reason. Strange reason, Stra...
by blackburnturfite
Wed Mar 07, 2018 8:24 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: £180 million. BFC
Replies: 183
Views: 21172

Re: £180 million. BFC

Just have a look down the motorway to see how it can all turn out if poorly handled. Not for me. :( I will agree with this, they BRFC are on a good run of results, and they do seem to be up for the challenge, but the debt of more than £106m, seems to be overlooked, horrendous situation with average...
by blackburnturfite
Thu Mar 01, 2018 8:47 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Coyle gone at Ross County
Replies: 78
Views: 7257

Re: Coyle gone at Ross County

I would be tempted to drop Sandy Stewart, as the partnership obviously does'nt work, and it must be worth trying other options, and perhaps Stewart could be better off working with a new face, since leaving Burnley things have been bleak.
by blackburnturfite
Sat Feb 17, 2018 7:39 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Defour wants new deal
Replies: 51
Views: 6380

Re: Defour wants new deal

What i have noticed about him now, he seems to be part of the Burnley family, seems to be enjoying his football the enviroment, and a smile on his face says he is one of us
by blackburnturfite
Mon Feb 05, 2018 11:44 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Blacburn man Guide Horse
Replies: 28
Views: 3426

Re: Blacburn man Guide Horse

I can vaguely remember a lady who used to walk a sheep on a lead round Darwen. I can't remember if it was a pet or not. But they stopped her from walking it for some reason. I once saw her waiting to cross the road opposite Baa rclays Bank..
by blackburnturfite
Mon Feb 05, 2018 7:33 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Blacburn man Guide Horse
Replies: 28
Views: 3426

Re: Blacburn man Guide Horse

:roll: Why oh Why do people keep doing this to me,i've spent since Saturday celebrating, and now this, c'mon lads give us a break. :roll:
by blackburnturfite
Sat Feb 03, 2018 8:37 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Buying a dehumidifier - help!
Replies: 33
Views: 3010

Re: Buying a dehumidifier - help!

IndigoLake, Just found the literature model no DE65WH-GB £149.99 direct from the factory. google or you tube
by blackburnturfite
Sat Feb 03, 2018 8:23 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Buying a dehumidifier - help!
Replies: 33
Views: 3010

Re: Buying a dehumidifier - help!

I suggest you could google ebac, mine is a basic ebac15, and i find it to be very good drying the heavy washing and condensation, the makers do say it is rare that it is the only de-humidifier made to cater for the English climate, you could leave it placed in the central position in your apartment ...
by blackburnturfite
Tue Jan 23, 2018 1:46 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: ARTICLE: Imagine - Lennon is a Claret
Replies: 85
Views: 7600

Re: ARTICLE: Imagine - Lennon is a Claret

Fantastic News
by blackburnturfite
Wed Dec 13, 2017 2:08 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Wood and Hendrick
Replies: 23
Views: 3334

Re: Wood and Hendrick

The system is ok, but Hendrick isn't the man to play that role. I don't know if we have anyone on the books who could. Attacking it would be better using Nakhi Wells, but could Nakhi do the donkey work that Jeff does in closing down and winning the ball back? It would be great to buy a 'natural' fo...
by blackburnturfite
Sun Dec 10, 2017 4:52 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Chris Sutton
Replies: 86
Views: 11697

Re: Chris Sutton

Saxoman wrote:Neville is closet dingle.
You are,you're never off this Board! :roll:
by blackburnturfite
Wed Nov 29, 2017 12:55 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Pardew named as new Albion manager
Replies: 9
Views: 1410

Re: Pardew named as new Albion manager

CleggHall wrote:Pardew - Moyes - Hodgson - Allardyce - Pulis, the magical merrygoround of old men!
And long may it continue,and that we are'nt reading into SD on his way out, I thought we played some of the best football I have seen as a Burnley Supporter. :lol: