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  • HastingsRed
    HastingsRed Posts: 1,591
    mendonca said:
    Boom - 60 seconds extension of drinking time before kick-off  :D

    Play-off finals set to kick-off one minute later | Charlton Athletic Football Club
    Mate who drinks like a fish will be happy, that's an extra pint for him.
  • Macronate
    Macronate Posts: 12,893
    golfaddick said:
    Macronate said:
    Copious amounts of alcohol and football go hand in hand.

    No point watching it otherwise.
    Must be me then because I've only twice ever had a drink before a match. 

    Before the 1998 play off final - I had 2 pints around midday.

    Before a pre-season friendly at home to Liverpool in 1985. 
    Would explain a lot.
  • Chris_from_Sidcup
    Chris_from_Sidcup Posts: 36,022
    NabySarr said:
    Billy_Mix said:
    Ducktapeshoerepairs said:
    Let’s all go to the Green Man, no reservations necessary, despite the rumours some are starting to spread !!! 
    Oh to be sat next to a "fan" who has been in a pub since 8:30am, what greater enhancement could one imagine at a match?

    It's about £7.60 a pint at the Stadium itself, if one's substance abuse issues require alcohol intake to facilitate understanding and enjoyment of a football match.
    That’s only 4 and a half hours before kick off? And realistically most people will want to get to their seats earlier than a usual game so maybe 4 hours drinking time. Most away days a lot of fans start drinking earlier than 4 hours before kick off, I certainly do 

    Beers with friends and family for a few hours before kick off makes it a better day, it’s not just about the 90 minutes of football. Apologies for wanting to enjoy the day with other people 
    In many cases over the years, particularly away trips up north, that's generally the only good part of the day, as the match is usually terrible.
  • follett
    follett Posts: 1,034
    Croydon said:
    I got too pissed last Wembley trip, so will keeping a sensible head on until FT to ensure I can remember it 
    Same but I'm glad I wasn't stone cold sober for that own goal 
  • J BLOCK
    J BLOCK Posts: 8,314
    mendonca said:
    Boom - 60 seconds extension of drinking time before kick-off  :D

    Play-off finals set to kick-off one minute later | Charlton Athletic Football Club
    As it's a Charlton game, I imagine the true kick off will be about 1:10. 
  • ElfsborgAddick
    ElfsborgAddick Posts: 29,059
    Croydon said:
    I got too pissed last Wembley trip, so will keeping a sensible head on until FT to ensure I can remember it 

    We won 2-1 mate, Bauer got the winner with 10 seconds to go.
  • ElfsborgAddick
    ElfsborgAddick Posts: 29,059
    swords_alive said:


    Marylebone for me i think (pubs in the station) and 10 minute train direct to Wembley stadium, if I make it in time. Those weren't too busy either in 2019.
    You'd be wrong then.

    No need for the shitty comment as well.  Very unnecessary.
    Apologies @ElfsborgAddick , have edited it out as didn't mean to cause offence. (I enjoy all your pics and appreciate them!)

    Apology accepted.
  • NabySarr
    NabySarr Posts: 4,289
    Chris_from_Sidcup said:
    NabySarr said:
    Billy_Mix said:
    Ducktapeshoerepairs said:
    Let’s all go to the Green Man, no reservations necessary, despite the rumours some are starting to spread !!! 
    Oh to be sat next to a "fan" who has been in a pub since 8:30am, what greater enhancement could one imagine at a match?

    It's about £7.60 a pint at the Stadium itself, if one's substance abuse issues require alcohol intake to facilitate understanding and enjoyment of a football match.
    That’s only 4 and a half hours before kick off? And realistically most people will want to get to their seats earlier than a usual game so maybe 4 hours drinking time. Most away days a lot of fans start drinking earlier than 4 hours before kick off, I certainly do 

    Beers with friends and family for a few hours before kick off makes it a better day, it’s not just about the 90 minutes of football. Apologies for wanting to enjoy the day with other people 
    In many cases over the years, particularly away trips up north, that's generally the only good part of the day, as the match is usually terrible.
    Exactly, I’m actually surprised anyone has been able watch us sober the last few years 
  • Peakey4Rocket
    Peakey4Rocket Posts: 117
    Used The Arch a few times for England as close to where I sometimes park.  Nice pub, outside area and 5 minute walk to West End of the ground. 
    Recommended. They do a decent curry too although a curry breakfast may be a bad idea before the nerves of a 1pm kick off 
  • Siv_in_Norfolk
    Siv_in_Norfolk Posts: 4,057
    Peakey4Rocket said:
    Used The Arch a few times for England as close to where I sometimes park.  Nice pub, outside area and 5 minute walk to West End of the ground. 
    Recommended. They do a decent curry too although a curry breakfast may be a bad idea before the nerves of a 1pm kick off 
    Where do you sometimes park?
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  • kidbrookeaddick
    kidbrookeaddick Posts: 1,051
    Box park definitely no longer listed for Orient but not listed for us either. Assume it's still being finalised. Hope we get it! 
  • Northern_Monkey
    Northern_Monkey Posts: 771
    It shows it separately for some reason.
  • Plaaayer
    Plaaayer Posts: 9,001
    Spoken to boxpark and no decision has been made yet apparently. 

    My guess is they’ve been told Orient but have pushed back as it’s likelier to be busier with Charlton. 
  • Peakey4Rocket
    Peakey4Rocket Posts: 117
    Siv_in_Norfolk said:
    Peakey4Rocket said:
    Used The Arch a few times for England as close to where I sometimes park.  Nice pub, outside area and 5 minute walk to West End of the ground. 
    Recommended. They do a decent curry too although a curry breakfast may be a bad idea before the nerves of a 1pm kick off 
    Where do you sometimes park?
    There’s a few roads just before the arch that are available on your parking space. Jesmond Avenue and Waverley Avenue more often than not 
  • BalladMan
    BalladMan Posts: 1,116
    It’s a strange one due to timing. They can’t really charge people (£10 as they did for sheff utd) AND force them in before 11am (sheff Utd is 3 hours before)

    I feel the ‘tickets’ will be free before 11am entry and then first come first served after that.  

    Either way they will probably make their money after the game, so they need to guess who the winner is going to be 


  • Elthamaddick
    Elthamaddick Posts: 15,814
    I’m hoping a couple of pints before the game in the fanzone, enjoy it with my kids and then after we win, drop them home straight after and out in the evening somewhere local - especially given the bank holiday.

    best of both worlds and everyone’s a winner!
  • CatAddick
    CatAddick Posts: 2,387
    BalladMan said:
    It’s a strange one due to timing. They can’t really charge people (£10 as they did for sheff utd) AND force them in before 11am (sheff Utd is 3 hours before)

    I feel the ‘tickets’ will be free before 11am entry and then first come first served after that.  

    Either way they will probably make their money after the game, so they need to guess who the winner is going to be 


    If they do the same as Utd, bar will close at midday, 1hr before ko.  Can’t see a lot of people forking out a tenner for an hour or two of drinking
  • BalladMan
    BalladMan Posts: 1,116
    CatAddick said:
    BalladMan said:
    It’s a strange one due to timing. They can’t really charge people (£10 as they did for sheff utd) AND force them in before 11am (sheff Utd is 3 hours before)

    I feel the ‘tickets’ will be free before 11am entry and then first come first served after that.  

    Either way they will probably make their money after the game, so they need to guess who the winner is going to be 


    If they do the same as Utd, bar will close at midday, 1hr before ko.  Can’t see a lot of people forking out a tenner for an hour or two of drinking
    Agreed. And I think that why there is a such delay on ‘tickets’ or announcement.  Sheff Utd went on sale a week ago (and sold out in hours). 
  • guinnessaddick
    guinnessaddick Posts: 28,638
    Elthamaddick said:
    I’m hoping a couple of pints before the game in the fanzone, enjoy it with my kids and then after we win, drop them home straight after and out in the evening somewhere local - especially given the bank holiday.

    best of both worlds and everyone’s a winner!
    Hopefully not Orient.
  • Off_it
    Off_it Posts: 28,850
    Not sure I understand the fascination with Boxpark. But I guess I'm not their target market.
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  • CheshireAddick
    CheshireAddick Posts: 1,305
    Three of us driving down from Chesire.

    Going to park up in Kingsbury (most roads seem to be ok to park on Sundays) for about 9am have breakfast in Wetherspoons next to the station and then get a tube to Wembley Park to soak up the atmosphere :). 

    Can't wait COYR 😀
  • BalladMan
    BalladMan Posts: 1,116
    Off_it said:
    Not sure I understand the fascination with Boxpark. But I guess I'm not their target market.
    I only like it as it’s fairly child friendly. Some bits for them to play with, a bit of space and lots of food options.  Sing a longs were decent in 2019 pre-match. 
  • shine166
    shine166 Posts: 13,922
    edited May 19
    Yeah as a owner of a 6 yr old, id happily pay £10 pp to walk from the train straight to a venue that has food and drink and know i don't have to fk about. 
  • Plaaayer
    Plaaayer Posts: 9,001
    Off_it said:
    Not sure I understand the fascination with Boxpark. But I guess I'm not their target market.
    You’re correct, they’re targeting young, handsome, gents with a full head of hair, which is why they contacted me. 
  • Matt_francis87
    Matt_francis87 Posts: 62
    Elthamaddick said:
    The Charlton fanzone at the stadium was decent last time, very easy to get a beer 
    Is anyone thinking of going here this year - 
    what's the food / drink options like ? 
    Hopefully be there after (fingers crossed) getting a ticket tomorrow 
  • killerandflash
    killerandflash Posts: 69,854
    https://www.wembleystadium.com/news/2025/05/19/09/25/EFL-Play-Off-Final-weekend

    Fan Zones

    We have two fan zone areas within the stadium footprint where supporters have the chance to join fellow fans to enjoy a drink, including alcohol, food and a DJ. They are an ideal place to soak up the pre-match party atmosphere

    East (East Village)

    The Sheffield United/ Leyton Orient / Walsall Fan Zones will be located on the East Concourse area of the stadium.

    They will be open from 10:00 each day and serving alcohol from 11:00. They will close 30 minutes prior to kick-off. (stop serving alcohol one hour one before)

    West (Arena square)

    The Sunderland / Charlton / AFC Wimbledon Fan Zones will be located on the West side of the stadium (Arena Square)

    They will be open from 10:00 each day and serving alcohol from 11:00. They will close 30 minutes prior to kick-off. (stop serving alcohol one hour one before)

    Supporters will need to present a valid stadium ticket to enter the fan zones on both days. Capacity is limited and the stadium’s bag policy (see below) also applies.
  • MrOneLung
    MrOneLung Posts: 26,857
    So the fan zone will serve alcohol for just one hour for our game ? 
  • golfaddick
    golfaddick Posts: 33,629
    MrOneLung said:
    So the fan zone will serve alcohol for just one hour for our game ? 
    I'm assuming that's for the 3pm kick offs.

    Such a pain having our game moved to 1pm. Too many of the "instructions" (like above) will not be edited for our circumstances and therefore will leave fans confused. 

    Another cock-up by the EFL / EPL. They could have quite easily moved the Prem games to 2pm (always at least 1 on at that time on a Sunday so hardly unusual) and then our games could have been at 4 or even 5pm. 
  • golfaddick
    golfaddick Posts: 33,629
    Off_it said:
    Not sure I understand the fascination with Boxpark. But I guess I'm not their target market.
    What is boxpark anyway ? Is it like the covered food market they have by East Croydon station with a a load of benches in between  ?
  • sam3110
    sam3110 Posts: 21,272
    Arena Square is a better fanzone than East Village, from what I can remember of the NFL games and the fanzones from them. 

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