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by enduroclaret
Sun Mar 24, 2024 11:03 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Turf Moor Parking
Replies: 6
Views: 1378

Re: Turf Moor Parking

Sorry to hear about your Dad.
Has he considered applying for a Blue Disability Parking badge?
He can use it in his own car, or it can be used in any car in which he is a passenger.
This would open up a whole lot more parking options not just at Turf but elsewhere.
by enduroclaret
Mon Feb 26, 2024 9:15 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Masters of the Sky
Replies: 29
Views: 2622

Re: Masters of the Sky

Spoiler alert: There is a scene in ep.6 where the American aircrew are paraded through a German town that had been bombed by the allies and many civilians killed. The producers made sure that the Americans weren’t blamed by getting one of the characters to say it was the RAF that had done it. Americ...
by enduroclaret
Mon Feb 26, 2024 9:07 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Masters of the Sky
Replies: 29
Views: 2622

Re: Masters of the Sky

RAF Bomber Command are portrayed as incompetent pompous prats, whilst the British women are swooning all over the swashbuckling handsome American heroes.
by enduroclaret
Thu Oct 05, 2023 8:13 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: HST2
Replies: 184
Views: 12745

Re: HST2

HST2 will dramatically INCREASE travel time between London and the north. Such a high profile project in this fu..ed-up world will attract terrorists. Right now I can travel from my nearest main line station (Crewe) to Euston in one hour 35 minutes. I can buy a ticket on line and walk onto the train...
by enduroclaret
Mon Sep 25, 2023 7:20 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Biased Media
Replies: 15
Views: 2474

Re: Biased Media

Never mind City or Arsenal beating United, Burnley after a few more weeks of development would easily take that United team apart.
by enduroclaret
Tue Sep 05, 2023 1:53 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Your Top Comedians?
Replies: 146
Views: 10645

Re: Your Top Comedians?

Troy Hawke……Greeters Guild.
“Perfect facial symmetry, Shoulders back smash it, welcome to TK Max, I hope we exceed your expectations”
by enduroclaret
Wed Aug 23, 2023 4:36 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Timber cut to size ...
Replies: 16
Views: 1351

Re: Timber cut to size ...

I’d cut you 34 @ 22mm x 20mm x 1100mm (note! 22mm) For £25.00 cash Or 34 @ 20mm x 20mm x 1100 For £30.00. Cash. The 20x20 is dearer because I’d need to rip the stock 22mm down by 2mm. This is rough sawn so you’d have to sand it if finish is important. I’m coming to the game on Sunday, so I could mee...
by enduroclaret
Fri Aug 04, 2023 8:20 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Jobs, careers, vocation, occupation
Replies: 129
Views: 7585

Re: Jobs, careers, vocation, occupation

Interesting thread, what an interesting and talented bunch. I left school at 16, did an engineering apprenticeship just as engineering was hitting rock bottom. Finished that and bummed around a bit, cash in hand on building sites etc…. I got interested in carpentry, then got a job installing factory...
by enduroclaret
Thu Jul 20, 2023 1:22 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Any motorcyclists on here?
Replies: 48
Views: 2421

Re: Any motorcyclists on here?

I Started on an SS50, then I also progressed onto a TS185, Then a GT250.
Queens Park Motors in Salford. They always seemed to have the best deals on new bikes.
by enduroclaret
Fri Jul 14, 2023 10:39 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Moments that could have changed BFC forever
Replies: 63
Views: 3465

Re: Moments that could have changed BFC forever

Getting stuffed at Sheffield United last season. Reality check, we never really looked back after that and it turned into a very memorable, successful and entertaining season.
by enduroclaret
Tue Jul 11, 2023 7:52 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Any motorcyclists on here?
Replies: 48
Views: 2421

Re: Any motorcyclists on here?

cbx750 wrote:
Mon Jul 10, 2023 10:07 pm
We had one to an away game at Derby about ten years ago.
I was on that trip, I rode a GS1200. I’m a bit skint at the moment so I’m down to a Vespa GTR 300 and an SWM 650 R…..which is basically a Husky 630.
The SWM is very handy off road. The scooter is great for nipping through traffic.
by enduroclaret
Thu Jul 06, 2023 1:57 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Season Tickets
Replies: 2
Views: 481

Season Tickets

Are the club issuing new cards, or will last season’s cards be reused?
Cheers!
by enduroclaret
Thu Jun 29, 2023 9:07 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: WOW
Replies: 41
Views: 3701

Re: WOW

As long as they just keep plugging holes, rather than invest in a future, we should just look on and appreciate. I can only guess the Venkys are writing it off against their tax bill back in India. When they finally decide to cut their losses Rovers are doing a Bury. I was in Northern India this ti...
by enduroclaret
Tue Jun 27, 2023 1:38 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Country Bingo
Replies: 93
Views: 4033

Re: Country Bingo

I’ve been to Kosovo, was that listed?
It’s a Sovereign State, does that make it a country?
Anyway, I’ve been!
by enduroclaret
Tue Jun 27, 2023 1:30 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Country Bingo
Replies: 93
Views: 4033

Re: Country Bingo

I’ve been to Ukraine (Before it was famous)
by enduroclaret
Thu Jun 15, 2023 9:55 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Worst hotel you have ever stayed?
Replies: 71
Views: 3972

Re: Worst hotel you have ever stayed?

A total dump in Galveston Texas, after an epic struggle outside of town changing the inner tube on the front wheel of my motorcycle, in baking heat. Then a tropical storm, with lashing rain hit as I arrived in town. All the hotels were full….I ended up in some dive down the backstreets that rented r...
by enduroclaret
Tue May 30, 2023 10:35 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: U Boat Pens France
Replies: 20
Views: 1732

Re: U Boat Pens France

Yes, I’ve seen the Bayeux Tapestry as a 7 year old……it’s time for another visit.
by enduroclaret
Tue May 30, 2023 10:11 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: U Boat Pens France
Replies: 20
Views: 1732

Re: U Boat Pens France

Thanks everyone for the advice and suggestions, much appreciated. My bike has a range of about 150 miles, so I’ll top up as often as I can. I’ve had fuel anxiety in France before! I’ve been to Oradour-Sur-Glane before, but my riding companion hasn’t, so we’ll visit. We’re keeping to small roads, tra...
by enduroclaret
Tue May 30, 2023 9:09 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: O/T Wooden Sleepers
Replies: 24
Views: 2149

Re: O/T Wooden Sleepers

Original railway sleepers were covered in Creosote which makes them extremely slippery when wet. Possibly, but as the OP is taking about edging across his garden rather than steps, I’m not sure if being slippy will be an issue. I’ve used them for edging and as a boarder…..they’ve been down for year...
by enduroclaret
Tue May 30, 2023 7:26 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: U Boat Pens France
Replies: 20
Views: 1732

Re: U Boat Pens France

Thanks winsomeyen, Lorient it is.
We’re heading down south to visit a buddy…..D day beaches on the way back.
by enduroclaret
Tue May 30, 2023 7:21 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: O/T Wooden Sleepers
Replies: 24
Views: 2149

Re: O/T Wooden Sleepers

I’ve used reclaimed actual sleepers. Not the new soft wood ones that end up green and slippery. They are about 2.4 meters long. You can cut them with a hand saw in 5-10 minutes. You can buy them off eBay…..but I’d say it’s better to go to a reclaimer’s yard and have a look. They’re old and have been...
by enduroclaret
Tue May 30, 2023 7:01 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: U Boat Pens France
Replies: 20
Views: 1732

U Boat Pens France

Me and a buddy are travelling down through France on motorcycles next month. Neither of us have visited any of the U Boat Pens. We are crossing Portsmouth-Caen. I’ve been busy on Google, but I’m still unsure which of the U Boat Pen sites are the best to visit. Anyone got any advice? We’d like someth...
by enduroclaret
Fri May 26, 2023 7:22 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Are we a bigger club than Coventry ?
Replies: 82
Views: 4596

Re: Are we a bigger club than Coventry ?

I’m pleased that Coventry seem to be on the up. Their fans have been through the mill. Coventry is bigger than Burnley without a doubt, but we have a better football club.
by enduroclaret
Fri May 26, 2023 10:06 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Car Storage - Lincolnshire
Replies: 49
Views: 3149

Re: Car Storage - Lincolnshire

The post would have read better if it was…..”Anyone know where I can store a car near Grantham” He was bound to upset someone whilst mentioning that his car was a bit special. To quote Morressey….”We hate it when our friends become successful….” Personality, I found the poster’s embellishments inter...
by enduroclaret
Mon May 15, 2023 7:05 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Where are Clarets fans from outside of Burnley?
Replies: 278
Views: 16899

Re: Where are Clarets fans from outside of Burnley?

M6. J17 I’d like to know who is responsible for flying the Burnley flag at the side of the M6. Good prominent position at the side of the motorway. Well done you. J19-18. That’s me. It’s between Junc 19 and 18, (between Knutsford and Holmes Chapel) M6 Southbound about 2 miles south of Knutsford Ser...
by enduroclaret
Wed May 10, 2023 5:49 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Claiming a Successful Bet
Replies: 22
Views: 2720

Re: Claiming a Successful Bet

California Colner wrote:
Wed May 10, 2023 4:15 pm
I had no problem claiming my bet
Champions 12-1 odds
Put 100 pounds on it
😎
I had the same 12-1 with Betfred.
I put £200 on it. 8-) 8-)
by enduroclaret
Wed May 10, 2023 7:26 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Alan Pace
Replies: 40
Views: 5343

Re: Alan Pace

Shame there’s not an award for Championship Chairman Of The Season.
He’d have walked it.
by enduroclaret
Sat Apr 22, 2023 5:18 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Burnley v QPR Match Thread
Replies: 195
Views: 11948

Re: Burnley v QPR Match Thread

We need a centre forward
by enduroclaret
Thu Mar 30, 2023 9:02 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Fully Electric Cars
Replies: 812
Views: 41315

Re: Fully Electric Cars

But what about the purchase/Lease cost on an ICE car and Road fund licence etc etc involved in running an ICE car haven't you factored that in You have a fair point. I’ve always been more of a van and motorcycle chap really. Since I sold my business 5 years ago I’ve sort of had a downer on expensiv...
by enduroclaret
Thu Mar 30, 2023 1:36 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Fully Electric Cars
Replies: 812
Views: 41315

Re: Fully Electric Cars

To present a less biased counter-argument, and one based on actual experience, I will be travelling to tomorrow's game in my electric car and the 100 mile round trip will cost me £2.80, which is considerably cheaper than the £30 it cost me in petrol in my previous car. Surely your £2.80 is just the...
by enduroclaret
Thu Mar 30, 2023 11:58 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Fully Electric Cars
Replies: 812
Views: 41315

Re: Fully Electric Cars

I received an email informing me that the new Tesla 3 was available, longest range quickest charging etc…. I have absolutely no intention of getting one. It’s unsuitable for my lifestyle for a start. I did a quick tot-up of the cost per mile, based on lease cost, deposit, annual allowed mileage, cla...
by enduroclaret
Wed Feb 15, 2023 10:03 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Fully Electric Cars
Replies: 812
Views: 41315

Re: Fully Electric Cars

I have a 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser Diesel.
I have to pay every clean air tariff and congestion charge. But surely I’m saving the planet by keeping it going and not scrapping it and buying a new electric car?
by enduroclaret
Thu Feb 09, 2023 9:51 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Musings
Replies: 101
Views: 6272

Re: Musings

I’d recommend using higher octane fuel on petrol engined small plant…..cement mixers, strimmers, lawnmowers, chainsaws etc…. These are things you don’t use everyday, or perhaps not at all during winter. I’m pretty sure the higher octane stuff doesn’t degrade as badly as the stuff with more ethanol. ...
by enduroclaret
Thu Feb 09, 2023 9:19 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Musings
Replies: 101
Views: 6272

Re: Musings

Don’t you hate it when you’ve been sat in your car in a long queue for ages at some badly sequenced temporary traffic lights. Inching forward then stopping as the daydreaming drivers in front of you wake up and finally move a few feet before the lights go red again…….Then some prick on a motorcycle ...
by enduroclaret
Mon Jan 09, 2023 10:16 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Happy Valley
Replies: 112
Views: 12780

Re: Happy Valley

There’s something wrong with me, unlike 99% of the population I can’t suspend belief sufficiently to watch this kind of thing. I know the acting is of a high standard, but life just isn’t that interesting and dramatic in reality. Give me Coronation Street circa 1972, main storyline for a week……”Mini...
by enduroclaret
Mon Nov 21, 2022 7:39 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Ant & Dec
Replies: 36
Views: 3411

Re: Ant & Dec

I’ve never really watched anything they’ve done. But I’ve seen snippets of them at work. They seem a like couple of talented lads, but they are involved in programs I’m not at all interested in. I get the feeling they’re a Morecambe and Wise tribute act, which isn’t a bad thing. They must be doing s...
by enduroclaret
Sun Nov 20, 2022 7:59 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: How are you passing the footy free weekend
Replies: 40
Views: 2568

Re: How are you passing the footy free weekend

Potting-on 2000 hedging plants, installing windbreaks in field, finishing roof on work area.
It’s day light….better crack-on!
by enduroclaret
Sat Sep 24, 2022 9:26 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Dahmer
Replies: 36
Views: 3175

Re: Dahmer

I know his numbers weren’t great, but for melodrama, attention to detail and the fact that he was never caught….the daddy must be Jack The Ripper.
by enduroclaret
Fri Sep 02, 2022 5:48 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: M6 to West Brom traffic update
Replies: 2
Views: 1268

Re: M6 to West Brom traffic update

Moving fine between 19 and 18 @ 17:48
by enduroclaret
Sun Aug 21, 2022 8:56 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Barnes
Replies: 220
Views: 14574

Re: Barnes

Maybe he doesn’t do the diving bull-shit in training?
But as soon as he sees a league referee he can’t help himself?
Anyhow, surely VK has seen what we all saw and we can preserve our good memories of Barnes, whist he draws a wage and watches from the stands.
by enduroclaret
Wed Aug 10, 2022 9:12 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: European Jackal and other predators
Replies: 9
Views: 1197

European Jackal and other predators

Has anyone ever seen a Jackal in Europe? I’m going to Bulgaria in early September. We have a house out in the East in the countryside about 40 miles from the Black Sea. I’ve not been for a couple of years, I’ve got a couple of off road bikes out there and I love to ride in the wilderness with a Bulg...
by enduroclaret
Tue Jun 14, 2022 10:57 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Name the next manager
Replies: 4376
Views: 379420

Re: Name the next manager

This could be a chicken/egg situation.
Mr Pace trying to secure outside funding to guarantee VK a decent transfer kitty. VK not committing to the job unless funds are available…..investors not committing until VK is appointed.
Just my thoughts.
by enduroclaret
Sun May 29, 2022 3:44 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Summer Holidays 2022
Replies: 57
Views: 3786

Re: Summer Holidays 2022

2 weeks in Spain visiting partner's son and friends then Week cruise of Greek Islands and kusadasi in Turkey, for a visit to Ephesus. Then off to Scotland near end July. Upside of getting old! Ephesus is great. Check out the Roman’s secret tunnel between the library and brothel. I don’t think it wa...
by enduroclaret
Sun May 29, 2022 3:39 pm
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Summer Holidays 2022
Replies: 57
Views: 3786

Re: Summer Holidays 2022

Two weeks escorted motorcycle tour of Himalayan foothills. Up to 16,000 feet. Departing for New Delhi on 18th June……I hope my Visa gets sorted before I go!
India Tourist Visa applications are a pain in the ass!
by enduroclaret
Fri May 27, 2022 5:28 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Daily Mail
Replies: 74
Views: 5022

Re: Daily Mail

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by enduroclaret
Thu May 26, 2022 8:28 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Alan….? Alan….? Are you there, Alan?
Replies: 282
Views: 16512

Re: Alan….? Alan….? Are you there, Alan?

I guess I’m one of the fans who really don’t care about the financial situation. There’s nothing I can do about it. I support Burnley FC…..if they end up as “FC Burnley 2025” I’ll still turn up. I think some fans have had their heads turn by the last 6 years…..we’ve always been up against it financi...
by enduroclaret
Sat Apr 16, 2022 10:07 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: Dycheisms
Replies: 57
Views: 3519

Re: Dycheisms

“There’s a reality to it”
by enduroclaret
Sun Apr 03, 2022 6:13 am
Forum: The Bee Hole End
Topic: I can’t be the only one today
Replies: 91
Views: 7074

Re: I can’t be the only one today

I have a season ticket….and I’ve bought one for next season. I’ve handed over this season’s ticket to my son, so he can take a friend with him to the remaining matches. I had to be in Wigan yesterday, less than half a mile from the DW Stadium. Wigan were playing Bolton at 12:30. Loads of fans from b...