Brighton Fan here to help if u have any questions

Hi everyone and congrats on getting to the quarters.

Just wanted to join your forum to offer any help and answer any questions you might have about your visit to the south coast.

Questions about the ground, parking etc

ask away

Have heard that pubs near the station are home fans only - where would you recommend for us?

If you are coming by car and want a few beers beforehand, head to Lewes, leave your car there and then its a one-stop 6 minute free train ride (included in the price of your match ticket) to the stadium. Then do the reverse after

If you are coming by car but don't want beers beforehand or want to drink in the ground you can still do the above or head to nearby woodingdean area and then either walk (20 minutes) or get a taxi to the ground

If you are coming down by train just come out of Brighton station and walk in a straight line down towards the sea and you'll find West Street and most away fans take over Wetherspoons down there but youll probably be welcome in most pubs/bars in the city centre if youre in small groups and yes the ones by the station tend to be home fans only but youre not missing much as they are a bit shite .

PARKING NEAR THE GROUND IS NOT AN OPTION SO DONT TRY

On this occasion, and probably a first for us, I can envisage some traveling without tickets to get the prematch atmosphere and watch in pubs around Brighton.

That'll be fine and for prematch atmosphere Wetherspoons down West Street will be your best option

Quoted from Seagulls eat Haddock

Hi everyone and congrats on getting to the quarters.

Just wanted to join your forum to offer any help and answer any questions you might have about your visit to the south coast.

Questions about the ground, parking etc

ask away

Are you planning to ban our inflatable fish, panic when there is a backlash, and then overturn your decision faster than a Theresa May budget U-Turn?

as I understand it I think we are fine with it and some of our fans are even bringing inflatable seagulls to take you down

Hello

Thanks for posting on here.

Really looking forward to the game I'm sure you are too!

I'm coming down in my motorhome for the weekend. Is there any parking spots you could recommend please?

Thanks

ill be honest thats not my specialist subject I'm afraid, and I know that generally you are not allowed to sleep overnight in your vehicle in most places. If it were me I would just park either in Roedean area BN2 5RJ or Hove seafront area BN3 4FA and pay for any daytime parking and then just risk it overnight. Obviously being Brighton we attract a lot of visitors so motorhomes are commonly spotted so you definitelt wont stand out or be alone - as for official options I'm sure youll have apps and websites you can search up on - feel free to ask about any particular places you find and i'll give you the lowdown on the area etc

Is there a good chance you’ll rest your first eleven,European aspirations, and put out a 2nd stream team?

Got Hotel bookee for the Saturday in Brighton, would you advise driving to Lewes on the sunday and leaving the car there before heading off to the ground?

Quoted from Ashby mariner

Hello

Thanks for posting on here.

Really looking forward to the game I'm sure you are too!

I'm coming down in my motorhome for the weekend. Is there any parking spots you could recommend please?

Thanks

Thinking of doing the same, but will probably use a local campsite.

Have you got park4night app? There will be some places on there.

Quoted from Hagrid

Got Hotel bookee for the Saturday in Brighton, would you advise driving to Lewes on the sunday and leaving the car there before heading off to the ground?

sorry for delay in coming back to you but your forum only allows 10 messages per day - what is this North Korea

anbyway - yes drive to lewes on Sunday morning and then jump on the train (1 stop to falmer) cost is included in your match ticket.
Do the reverse after the game, back to your car but hopefully in not too happy a mood

Quoted from Gaffer58

Is there a good chance you’ll rest your first eleven,European aspirations, and put out a 2nd stream team?

Definitely not, our manager is cut from a different cloth to what we're used to in England, he just wants to win every game regardless of what's coming up, he will definitely field our strongest available eleven.

Quoted from Seagulls eat Haddock

Definitely not, our manager is cut from a different cloth to what we're used to in England, he just wants to win every game regardless of what's coming up, he will definitely field our strongest available eleven.

In that case, is your squad overdue a massive norovirus outbreak?

I hear bird flu is about to break out in the Brighton area in the next few days.

Hi seagulls,

Does Brighton do that thing that southampton do with a red carpet, lights and an announcer for the home and away teams when they get off their coaches? How long before kick off does that take place?

Never seen it before, no idea if that's the norm at you clubs feasting at the premiership table nowadays

Quoted from Seagulls eat Haddock

as I understand it I think we are fine with it and some of our fans are even bringing inflatable seagulls to take you down

Escalating the inflatable war with yet more inflatables is 120% the correct way to go IMO.  It's fun, it's humourous, and it avoids Mariachi v2.0......

Quoted from toontown

Hi seagulls,

Does Brighton do that thing that southampton do with a red carpet, lights and an announcer for the home and away teams when they get off their coaches? How long before kick off does that take place?

Never seen it before, no idea if that's the norm at you clubs feasting at the premiership table nowadays

No we don't do that, our players arrive in their own cars as they have their own carpark and they generally get to the ground about 4 hours b4 kick off for prematch meal

Away teams tend to arrive around 90mins before kick off but that varies (Aston Villa were stuck in traffic last year and arrived with about 15 mins to spare) .your team may decide to come earlier as its a big occasion so if you want to see them arrive id guess about 2hours before kick off.

But there will be no lightshow or announcer

Heres a quick vid of Newcastle arriving so you can see what its like

[url]https://twitter.com/ChronicleNUFC/status/1457018934088110082[/url]

Thanks for offering  any advice, very much appreciated. Just a few questions.

1. Can you recommend where’s the best place to drop the missus off that’ll keep her occupied whilst I go to the match, is there a certain part of the seafront that’s popular or a nice shopping centre for example?

2. I’m parking at The Avenue, if I was to meet the missus back at the car after the game can you recommend a taxi firm that she can use or is there a bus service in that area?

3. I’m staying at Offham on the Saturday, regarding question 1 is there perhaps anything around that area that would keep the missus occupied during the match?
Thanks.

Yeh. Do you have anybody who could tell our club how to operate a ticketing system?

1/ Yes she should go to 'The Lanes' - full of interesting quirky shops and narrow streets its brilliant - also its in easy walking distance up to the main shopping centre at Churchill Square or down to the seafront (5 minutes eitherway) so if its a nice day she will love it

https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/....._Sussex_England.html

2/There are numerous buses in the city going all over the place but this can be quite daunting in a strange city - I would bite the bullet and call her a cab. Main taxi cabs are Streamline Cabs on 01273 202020 or Brighton taxis on 01273 204060 but we also have Uber so maybe download the app if you dont have it already and use that (probably an offer on too so you may get the first ride free)

3/Offham is very quiet countryside area so she should go to Lewes town centre which is lovely and has lots of antique/interesting shops. If you are undecided I recommend The Lanes/seafront area mentioned above (especially if its nice weather)

Quoted from HerveJosse

Yeh. Do you have anybody who could tell our club how to operate a ticketing system?

absolutely ridiculous decision that is - good luck to you all braving the cold to get a ticket tonight

Quoted from Seagulls eat Haddock

1/ Yes she should go to 'The Lanes' - full of interesting quirky shops and narrow streets its brilliant - also its in easy walking distance up to the main shopping centre at Churchill Square or down to the seafront (5 minutes eitherway) so if its a nice day she will love it

https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/....._Sussex_England.html

2/There are numerous buses in the city going all over the place but this can be quite daunting in a strange city - I would bite the bullet and call her a cab. Main taxi cabs are Streamline Cabs on 01273 202020 or Brighton taxis on 01273 204060 but we also have Uber so maybe download the app if you dont have it already and use that (probably an offer on too so you may get the first ride free)

3/Offham is very quiet countryside area so she should go to Lewes town centre which is lovely and has lots of antique/interesting shops. If you are undecided I recommend The Lanes/seafront area mentioned above (especially if its nice weather)

Thanks very much for that mate, really appreciated. On my days off I'll dig out my Brighton FA cup final single from the 80's and post the cover on here!

Quoted from HerveJosse

Yeh. Do you have anybody who could tell our club how to operate a ticketing system?

According to our board and the Trust, there aren't any issues.

When, not if Venue Toolbox fails again tonight, I hope it forces to club to bin it off.

Quoted from Seagulls eat Haddock

1/ Yes she should go to 'The Lanes' - full of interesting quirky shops and narrow streets its brilliant - also its in easy walking distance up to the main shopping centre at Churchill Square or down to the seafront (5 minutes eitherway) so if its a nice day she will love it

https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/....._Sussex_England.html

2/There are numerous buses in the city going all over the place but this can be quite daunting in a strange city - I would bite the bullet and call her a cab. Main taxi cabs are Streamline Cabs on 01273 202020 or Brighton taxis on 01273 204060 but we also have Uber so maybe download the app if you dont have it already and use that (probably an offer on too so you may get the first ride free)

3/Offham is very quiet countryside area so she should go to Lewes town centre which is lovely and has lots of antique/interesting shops. If you are undecided I recommend The Lanes/seafront area mentioned above (especially if its nice weather)

Thanks for your help mate. You are obviously a true football fan. If your lads do manage to beat us, I hope you go on and win the final.  

Quoted from Spidey

Thanks very much for that mate, really appreciated. On my days off I'll dig out my Brighton FA cup final single from the 80's and post the cover on here!

No problem at all - we know what its like to be down in the lower leagues and when we were down there I used to love the FA Cup, praying we'd get a big away game to enjoy, so I'm happy to help you all and hopefully you'll have a great weekend (bar the result of course I'm just trying to sort the weather out for you at the moment

Have you ever really gotten over Gordon Smith's miss in the '83 Cup final?

Quoted from spartacus

Have you ever really gotten over Gordon Smith's miss in the '83 Cup final?

I was there - how did he miss  

What a really kind thing to do - set up an account on an opponent’s forum specifically to help supporters. Touch of class.
I’d like to see Brighton sustain and build on their fantastic progression in modern football.

We might need a 3 goal start.  Is this possible?

Quoted from TownSNAFU5

We might need a 3 goal start.  Is this possible?

I think 3 is a bit much, but we can shake hands on 2   - deal ?

Maybe we could become an affiliated club with Brighton (not Southampton as they are too easy to turn over) and you could send your up and coming wonderkids up to us.

Quoted from WayneBurnettsJockstrap

Maybe we could become an affiliated club with Brighton (not Southampton as they are too easy to turn over) and you could send your up and coming wonderkids up to us.

Hopefully not the next James Tilley though.

Thanks for that mate, really hel[ful

I'm staying in Eastbourne on the Sat night, so would I be right in thinking same for me - drive into Lewes Sunday morning and get the train in?  Is there plenty of parking there?

Thanks again

Quoted from WayneBurnettsJockstrap

Maybe we could become an affiliated club with Brighton (not Southampton as they are too easy to turn over) and you could send your up and coming wonderkids up to us.

Sorry, we already have that deal with Royale Union Saint-Gilloise in Belgium I'm afraid

It's well documented that we've unearthed some ridiculous talent over recent years, but Moises Caicedo really is on another level. Last week he made West Ham's £100m Declan Rice look completely absent all game long and he seems to be able to do that every week. It's like he's a robot and we are very lucky to have him (not sure for how long though).  

Quoted from spartacus

Have you ever really gotten over Gordon Smith's miss in the '83 Cup final?

Nope

Quoted from Lost in Lincoln

Thanks for that mate, really hel[ful

I'm staying in Eastbourne on the Sat night, so would I be right in thinking same for me - drive into Lewes Sunday morning and get the train in?  Is there plenty of parking there?

Thanks again

yes drive to Lewes on Sunday (either find free street parking nearby or the station car park is £2.40 on a Sunday with 290 spaces) then get your free 7 minute train ride to Falmer (which is the Stadium stop) Trains are approx every 20 minutes

Quoted from Poojah

In that case, is your squad overdue a massive norovirus outbreak?

I’m going to mix their isotonic sports drinks with exlax

Quoted from Seagulls eat Haddock

yes drive to Lewes on Sunday (either find free street parking nearby or the station car park is £2.40 on a Sunday with 290 spaces) then get your free 7 minute train ride to Falmer (which is the Stadium stop) Trains are approx every 20 minutes

Perfect, thank you

I'm stopping in central Brighton with my kids on the Saturday night but need to get north straight after kick off. Where is the best place to park on the Sunday to be able to have a pint before the game but then be the right side of the Amex to head north after it finishes? Assuming it will be slow to head back into central Brighton and then try to get out again?

Quoted from Rodley Mariner

I'm stopping in central Brighton with my kids on the Saturday night but need to get north straight after kick off. Where is the best place to park on the Sunday to be able to have a pint before the game but then be the right side of the Amex to head north after it finishes? Assuming it will be slow to head back into central Brighton and then try to get out again?

Tricky one this as quick getaways from The Amex are not really possible I'm afraid due to its quite remote location and lack of parking - so unless you leave on say 80 minutes to get the first train back to Lewes (in one direction) or Brighton city centre (in the other) but I guess you might not want to do that. However, the club's Park and Ride buses are pretty efficient and the Mill Road one will be definitely be best for anyone heading North afterwards, but, as always, you'll need to get parked there early before the match (2 hours ish before kick off) to get your car in, as its very popular. Then you could have drinks and enjoy the atmosphere with your fellow supporters in the stadium concourse.    

Top man. Was also wondering about parking at Falmer station on the Saturday and using public transport to get into Brighton and then back out on Sunday morning so don't know if that's feasible. Thanks for all the advice!

Quoted from Rodley Mariner

Top man. Was also wondering about parking at Falmer station on the Saturday and using public transport to get into Brighton and then back out on Sunday morning so don't know if that's feasible. Thanks for all the advice!

Now this is quite funny - Falmer station is absolutely tiny and probably has 10 spaces at most so I don't really think its feasible  

But actually, you may have stumbled on a genius idea as everyone assumes theres no chance of parking there and in reality the handful of spaces always remain empty  

I don't often get the train there myself as we always drive and slow down nearby and get dropped off by the missus

He who dares  

Quoted from Rodley Mariner

He who dares  

He who dares wins, Rodley, he who dare’s wins…

I have just had a nice takeaway haddock in Whitby (northern seaside town).  Managed to evade the seagulls so I would say Harry Haddock 1, Seagulls 0.

I have been to Brighton twice, but not to see Town play.

  In the mid 1980s went from York by train and back, on the same day, representing the RAF in a 10km race-walk at Peacehaven.

I remember that the road course was hilly.  And that it was a long way to go for such a short (ish) race.

Also went in early 90s for a works conference.  From memory, Brighton had a large pebble beach.  Whereas Bournemouth had kind sandy beaches (and many young ladies from Italy, Spain abs France walking topless along the promenade)  😇

Quoted from Seagulls eat Haddock

ill be honest thats not my specialist subject I'm afraid, and I know that generally you are not allowed to sleep overnight in your vehicle in most places. If it were me I would just park either in Roedean area BN2 5RJ or Hove seafront area BN3 4FA and pay for any daytime parking and then just risk it overnight. Obviously being Brighton we attract a lot of visitors so motorhomes are commonly spotted so you definitelt wont stand out or be alone - as for official options I'm sure youll have apps and websites you can search up on - feel free to ask about any particular places you find and i'll give you the lowdown on the area etc

Thank you

[img]Another option I've found for you campervan/motorhome fans who might be coming for the weekend is Bevendean.

I literally drove past yesterday to visit someone and saw several motorhomes/caravans parked up. It seems perfect as its not residential on either side, so you wont be bothering anyone and there are a few shops and a cafe over the road if you need them. Don't get me wrong, it's not a stunning area or anything,but might do you for free parking for a night or two with no hassle.
Added benefit its a quick taxi or bus into brighton city centre and seafront and also you can see its not too far to the stadium either (top right of pic 2)

pics below with blue pin showing the exact point on the road to park

pic 2 here

Bevendean? I'm not sure I would feel safe overnight.
It has a bit of a reputation. At least it's not Whitehawk 🤣
Also, there may well be parking restrictions on match day.
Certainly for parkrun on Saturdays, when there's a match, we are told to display a barcode if parking in
Bevendean.
Although, it's a different area.

yeah this particular spot is quite a way up the Avenue by the school - very quiet and might do for one or two nights

Quoted from Rodley Mariner

I'm stopping in central Brighton with my kids on the Saturday night but need to get north straight after kick off. Where is the best place to park on the Sunday to be able to have a pint before the game but then be the right side of the Amex to head north after it finishes? Assuming it will be slow to head back into central Brighton and then try to get out again?

You want to leave straight after kick off?  

Parking at Falmer station looks a possibility especially as you can do it via the app.

Quoted from Astings

You want to leave straight after kick off?  

Parking at Falmer station looks a possibility especially as you can do it via the app.

Haha good spot. I'll be there until the bitter end regardless!

Quoted from Astings

Parking at Falmer station looks a possibility especially as you can do it via the app.

seriously, there are just 10 spaces its a tiny station and even if you book - some helmet will probably have taken your space anyway. I wouldnt risk it plus even if you did manage to get a spot therell be many thousands of people all milling around by your car - up to you though, but I wouldnt

Just a bit of info for anyone going via/parking in Lewes - their women’s team have their biggest ever game on the same day, home to Man U in the QF of the FA Cup. This will significantly impact parking (and pubs !) as the game has sold out. The ground is also near the station so the immediate area will be much busier than usual (including the station car park). Game kicks off at 12:30.

Quoted from Brighton Trawler

Just a bit of info for anyone going via/parking in Lewes - their women’s team have their biggest ever game on the same day, home to Man U in the QF of the FA Cup. This will significantly impact parking (and pubs !) as the game has sold out. The ground is also near the station so the immediate area will be much busier than usual (including the station car park). Game kicks off at 12:30.

thankfully pre-booked our space, so hopefully wont be an issue for us!

but thanks for the heads up

Quoted from Hagrid

thankfully pre-booked our space, so hopefully wont be an issue for us!

but thanks for the heads up

That doesn’t guarantee you a space unfortunately - it’s a pay and display - but you might be ok. There are several car parks in town if you can’t get in, all within 10 mins walk or so. It’ll be chaos around the station from about 10am I suspect  

Logistical nightmare this  

What's it like to get a beer either near the ground or near Mill Hill park and ride? Cheers again for all the help and patience chaps.

Quoted from Rodley Mariner

Logistical nightmare this  

What's it like to get a beer either near the ground or near Mill Hill park and ride? Cheers again for all the help and patience chaps.

nothing near the ground at all I'm afraid - your best bet if not doing Lewes or Brighton City Centre is literally 'IN THE GROUND'

Just like to say a big thank you to the Brighton fans offering their help.  
Respect indeed.  Proper fans .  

Quoted from Rodley Mariner

Logistical nightmare this  

What's it like to get a beer either near the ground or near Mill Hill park and ride? Cheers again for all the help and patience chaps.

Seriously nothing at either………..get on the bus and get to the ground if you’re using Mill Hill. The only pub close to the ground is home-only.  There are outside bars, food outlets and almost certainly live music etc at the ground and the concourse will have a decent range of food and drink (possibly including your own local ale to make you feel at home).

Quoted from Brighton Trawler

That doesn’t guarantee you a space unfortunately - it’s a pay and display - but you might be ok. There are several car parks in town if you can’t get in, all within 10 mins walk or so. It’ll be chaos around the station from about 10am I suspect  

it better do ive paid 20 quid for it haha, for the Saturday and Sunday so i reckon we'll be okay!

Quoted from Hagrid

it better do ive paid 20 quid for it haha, for the Saturday and Sunday so i reckon we'll be okay!

He's right, it is not guaranteed  even if you book but you should be okay if you get your car in there early Sunday morning and leave it there claiming a space

Quoted from Hagrid

it better do ive paid 20 quid for it haha, for the Saturday and Sunday so i reckon we'll be okay!

Ah cool, you’ll be fine arriving Saturday 👍

Looks like I have an option of train via Lewes or Brighton, is there generally a shorter queue into and out of Falmer in a specific direction?

I'm staying over in Eastbourne and was going to plod over to Lewes around 11am. I guess this is probably not a good idea now?
I'll try the racecourse pnr

Quoted from C0cky

Looks like I have an option of train via Lewes or Brighton, is there generally a shorter queue into and out of Falmer in a specific direction?

I tend to go to Lewes after the game and it's usually OK (usually back there around 30-40 mins after the game has ended as a guide), but I don't think it makes much difference to be honest.

Quoted from lukeo

I'm staying over in Eastbourne and was going to plod over to Lewes around 11am. I guess this is probably not a good idea now?
I'll try the racecourse pnr

Really difficult to be sure but probably OK - but I would definitely avoid trying to use the station car park (it's only got a single lane in and out as well which isn't helpful). There will be close to 3,000 going to the Lewes/Man U game - the club car parks fill up when there's 600 going.

Racecourse it is!

Quoted from lukeo

I'm staying over in Eastbourne and was going to plod over to Lewes around 11am. I guess this is probably not a good idea now?
I'll try the racecourse pnr

If I was you I'd go to Polegate, there's a large car park there, and a few pubs. Jump on the train straight to Falmer when you return after the game go straight up the A22  to the M25. That way you miss all the car traffic. Loads of Brighton fans from East Sussex, including me sometimes, get the train from Polegate

Thank you for that, ideally I want to be as westerly as possible as I'll be driving back to Somerset afterwards and have my lad with me (school on Monday - if we lose)

Quoted from lukeo

Thank you for that, ideally I want to be as westerly as possible as I'll be driving back to Somerset afterwards and have my lad with me (school on Monday - if we lose)

If you're going early as you state Mill Rd would be better for you

Bearing in mind it's a 2.15pm kick off have you any idea what
time the park and ride opens ?

Quoted from Caveman

Bearing in mind it's a 2.15pm kick off have you any idea what
time the park and ride opens ?

It's open at 12 for a 3pm kick off so would imagine 11 to 11;15

So went for a pint with the Mrs after work tonight in downtown Stevenage (excrement hole) got talking to a bloke and his Mrs turned out they are Brighton supporters, very complimentary about Town and absolutely knew loads about our recent history and some of the downs as well as the recent ups.

Brighton on a Friday night/Saturday… Where are you recommending mate ?

Yeah when teams come down for the weekend do their fans tend to congregate in any particular pubs the night before? When was the last time you had away fans take the full 15% of away allocation for the fa cup - presumably Liverpool did earlier this season?

How does my plan sound?

I am going to park and meet my brother in Lewes fairly early then get the train into Brighton, get some food in around the Lanes, then head to the ground around 1230 is?

Quoted from TheRealJohnLewis

How does my plan sound?

I am going to park and meet my brother in Lewes fairly early then get the train into Brighton, get some food in around the Lanes, then head to the ground around 1230 is?

perfect

Quoted from bradzmilne

Brighton on a Friday night/Saturday… Where are you recommending mate ?

If you want to enjoy good lively bars - then head for The Lanes area which runs right down to the seafront - literally hundreds of pubs/bars/clubs

If you want to also try and find other town fans then groups of you lot are more likely to be allowed in to The King & Queen, Wetherspoons down West Street, the bars literally on the beach and maybe The Font in the daytime but possibly not at night time (you'd have to try it and see

It's pretty hard trying to recommend specifics out side of these ones as we are so blessed with literally hundreds of bars/pubs - you'll love it

Specific advice for matchday - Dont enjoy it so much that you end up missing the game - it will take about 20/30 minutes to stagger up from the City bars area to the station and there youll find thousands of others all trying to get on the trains to the stadium, so allow time to get there. With a 2.15 kick off I wouldnt want to be leaving the city centre pubs any later than 1.00pm really and that might be tight depending on the numbers doing the same. Don't forget you can have more beers at the ground

Quoted from Seagulls eat Haddock

If you want to enjoy good lively bars - then head for The Lanes area which runs right down to the seafront - literally hundreds of pubs/bars/clubs

If you want to also try and find other town fans then groups of you lot are more likely to be allowed in to The King & Queen, Wetherspoons down West Street, the bars literally on the beach and maybe The Font in the daytime but possibly not at night time (you'd have to try it and see

It's pretty hard trying to recommend specifics out side of these ones as we are so blessed with literally hundreds of bars/pubs - you'll love it

Specific advice for matchday - Dont enjoy it so much that you end up missing the game - it will take about 20/30 minutes to stagger up from the City bars area to the station and there youll find thousands of others all trying to get on the trains to the stadium, so allow time to get there. With a 2.15 kick off I wouldnt want to be leaving the city centre pubs any later than 1.00pm really and that might be tight depending on the numbers doing the same. Don't forget you can have more beers at the ground

I reckon the sodomist has shares in the concourse bars.

Quoted from Mayaman

I reckon the sodomist has shares in the concourse bars.

charming, glad I bothered  

Quoted from Mayaman

I reckon the sodomist has shares in the concourse bars.

Shame to see this, thought it was a decent forum until now.

Quoted from Brighton Trawler

Shame to see this, thought it was a decent forum until now.

It is a decent forum (mostly anyway). Don't let one post put you off, I'm sure Mayaman was saying that with his tongue firmly in his cheek.

Quoted from Rodley Mariner

I'm stopping in central Brighton with my kids on the Saturday night but need to get north straight after kick off. Where is the best place to park on the Sunday to be able to have a pint before the game but then be the right side of the Amex to head north after it finishes? Assuming it will be slow to head back into central Brighton and then try to get out again?

You’re leaving straight after kick off? Odd 😂

Quoted from Seagulls eat Haddock

No we don't do that, our players arrive in their own cars as they have their own carpark and they generally get to the ground about 4 hours b4 kick off for prematch meal

Our players arrive on bikes with baskets on the front for their boots and packed lunch.  The players are looking forward to the game especially the hot showers as it will be the first time for many of them since the energy crisis started

Quoted from Seagulls eat Haddock

charming, glad I bothered  

Honestly mate  I am sure this was said with  tongue in cheek with huge smile on face

All the Brighton fans that have come on here have been brill and a credit to your club  

Albion fans are understandably a little touchy around comments such as the above even if they are made in jest. It stems from years of homophobic abuse by visiting fans of other clubs and whilst it may be amusing to some, calling someone a sodomist for a giggle doesn't go down too well....unlike your mum.  

Quoted from Sid the Seagull

Albion fans are understandably a little touchy around comments such as the above even if they are made in jest. It stems from years of homophobic abuse by visiting fans of other clubs and whilst it may be amusing to some, calling someone a sodomist for a giggle doesn't go down too well....unlike your mum.  

Might be a quirk of the swear filter on here, which changes “búgger” to sodomist.

Quoted from ska face

Might be a quirk of the swear filter on here, which changes “búgger” to sodomist.

I thought it all seemed a bit over the top!

Yeah, that’s exactly what it is. Our slightly bizarre swear filter which rather than blanking out naughty words, attempts to turn them into less offensive alternatives, except in this instance, it’s done the opposite.

It’s a bit of a blunt instrument with often weird (though not usually offensive) effects, to be honest. Probably time to turn it off or at least change it so that it just stars words out instead.

Quoted from Poojah

Yeah, that’s exactly what it is. Our slightly bizarre swear filter which rather than blanking out naughty words, attempts to turn them into less offensive alternatives, except in this instance, it’s done the opposite.

It’s a bit of a blunt instrument with often weird (though not usually offensive) effects, to be honest. Probably time to turn it off or at least change it so that it just stars words out instead.

   thats quality

Indeed. If we didn’t like you, we’d tell you to intercourse off, you fornicator.

Best to use Irish expletives I find - I particularly like feckarse (as an expression I mean...)

Do you know whats funny, I saw an article a few years back saying that in terms of adults who stated they were gay/lesbian, it was about 13.2% in Brighton & Hove and in the same article Manchester were just behind at 13.1%, but when we played Man Utd they're all singing about Brighton fans being gay, You literally couldn't make it up  

When I was a student at Sussex Uni about 25 years ago I remember signing a petition to allow the controversial building of the AMEX in Falmer. Does this mean I get a complimentary ticket for the match? If it wasn't for people like me you might still be at The Withdean.

Quoted from BrMarin

When I was a student at Sussex Uni about 25 years ago I remember signing a petition to allow the controversial building of the AMEX in Falmer. Does this mean I get a complimentary ticket for the match? If it wasn't for people like me you might still be at The Withdean.

Nah we'd have just built it somewhere else (there were a couple of other options) but thanks for signing though

Quoted from Seagulls eat Haddock

Do you know whats funny, I saw an article a few years back saying that in terms of adults who stated they were gay/lesbian, it was about 13.2% in Brighton & Hove and in the same article Manchester were just behind at 13.1%, but when we played Man Utd they're all singing about Brighton fans being gay, You literally couldn't make it up  

Funnily enough, 10 years or so ago I took my wife for a weekend in Manchester for her birthday. I know Manchester fairly well these days but didn’t at the time, and booked a hotel called Velvet on Canal Street.

Lovely hotel, but it was only in the evening in the hotel bar that it dawned on me that we were literally the only straight couple in there and we were, in fact, bang in the heart of Manchester’s gay district.

Ended up having probably the gayest night out I’ve ever had, but also one of the best me and the missus have had together as a couple. Different vibe altogether.

You won’t hear any homophobic nonsense from us (we don’t have a chant filter, fortunately). Not that we would anyway, but we’ll be to busy singing “c'est sera sera”. Hopefully…