[Archived] ***rovers To Return To Bray***

[DP]

Those time constraints must be a walk in the park compared to your escapades in Turkey Tris!

From what I remember from last year the weekend hotel prices in Dublin soar so we ended up staying the Friday night in a plush hotel in the Financial quarter - same price as the Comfort Inn.

I'll probably be up for it again though. Nice place, nice people.

[SuperStella]

Does anyone know if there are any art galleries or museums in Bray?

I missed them last time.

[Dr Rich]

Bray? I know a man there you can buy some dags from....

[JonnyH]

I met a lovely young lady called Katie Gallacher last time.

And I think that I covered more of the pitch at the final whistle than Yorke did during the match.

[SuperStella]

cant wait!!

[Ste B]

Still no official confirmation, other than Lee's post.

The game will be on the Sunday as Bray have a home game on Friday 6th in their League competition.

[Ewood Spark]

Does anyone know if there are any art galleries or museums in Bray?

I missed them last time.

We visited the excellent Powerscourt gardens and stately home just prior to last years match. I could post you directions..... .

For those that didn't get to Bray last year, and are sick of hearing people go on and on about it, well here is your chance.

By the way who says the fan's forum doesn't work!

[Ricky]

Just asked the mrs if she fancied a nice romantic weekend in Dublin in August, she looked me in the eye and said,

"why????, who's playing!!!"

Absolute quality!!

[stuwilky]

Ryanair - Blackpool - Dublin.

Sat lunchtime out, mon morning back.

£93 for two, wonder if she'll buy it?

[FourLaneBlue]

Does anyone have any info about were to stop in Bray? Where did you stop last time, those who went? More importantly...how much was it?

PS- Wait, is it actually in Dublin??? Forget about that bit above then...

Edited June 29, 2004 by FourLaneBlue

[Ste B]

its in Bray.

About 40 minutes away on the DART

[Glenn]

Last time most of us stayed in Dublin and caught the DART (local train service) down mid-afternoon (and the last DART back .... just). One or two stayed in Bray itself but I'd imagine it could get a little quiet.

[Ste B]

Last time most of us stayed in Dublin and caught the DART (local train service) down mid-afternoon (and the last DART back .... just). One or two stayed in Bray itself but I'd imagine it could get a little quiet.

Once we have gone back to Dublin maybe

We are booked on the blackpool flights. Manchester slightly more expensive for similar times.

Sources within the club have confirmed this, Lee however must be giving his mates an extra day or 2 to get their cheap flights. (Like last time, although I did take full advantage)

[JPW]

Booked it, packed it........

Jordan, my Dad and Uncle Baz are going too, don't forget Colin Hendry! I think Uncle Baz liked him

[Ricky]

If anyone wants to really do this on the cheap, stay at the univ ersity for about 15 quid a night. Its only 4k outside the City centre.

They also book out whole apartments if anyones interested in doing something like that.

[Ste B]

If anyone wants to really do this on the cheap, stay at the univ ersity for about 15 quid a night. Its only 4k outside the City centre.

They also book out whole apartments if anyones interested in doing something like that.

84 quid each, for flights and accomodation, stopping on Temple Bar.

Bargain

[Glenn]

Which Hotel in Temple Bar ? (Or is it the Temple Bar Hotel, Next to the Temple Bar Bar located in Temple Bar ? )

[Ste B]

Booked it, packed it........

Jordan, my Dad and Uncle Baz are going too, don't forget Colin Hendry! I think Uncle Baz liked him

Jordan better be careful, he got a right kicking off that 10 year old leeds fan last time.

[Lee]

!!!!DATE CHANGE!!!!

The game is now on Saturday August 7th at 7.45pm

Which is why it hasn't been on the Official Site

My post on the messageboard did say "to be confirmed"

[Ste B]

FFS.

The offical site did say

IRISH ROVERS RETURN

ROVERS have confirmed they will once again travel to play Bray Wanderers in a pre-season friendly.

In a repeat of last season, Graeme Souness will take his squad to Dublin for a match against the Irish First Division side.

The game will take place at the Carlisle Grounds on Sunday August 8, just six days before the Premiership kicks off at Ewood Park against West Bromwich Albion.

The ‘friendly’ fixture will represent a true test of Rovers’ preparations and provide a true workout as the Irish team will be well into their season and fully match-fit.

Last year, an exciting clash saw Rovers run out 3-2 winners, with Dwight Yorke grabbing a brace and David Thompson adding a third.

The kick-off time for the friendly with Bray Wanderers has yet to be confirmed

[Lee]

indeed it did, and if PremiumTV hadn't had their system down half the friggin morning, it would have been deleted much sooner than it was!

[Ricky]

I'm flying to Dublin at 9.00 am Saturday morning fly home on Monday Morning so it doesn't effect me to much

[Glenn]

I can still make the game in plenty of time, but it does mean I may change my flights to come home Sunday and save a days holidays.

Going Friday night would be easier though.

Anyone booked a hotel yet ? If so, which one ?

[vinny]

Glad rovers are coming over again. wait untill you see the reception amo and bazza get !

[Ste B]

I can still make the game in plenty of time, but it does mean I may change my flights to come home Sunday and save a days holidays.

Going Friday night would be easier though.

Anyone booked a hotel yet ? If so, which one ?

Oh Well, we are sticking with the Saturday - Monday plan, and it looks like we will be able to get some sightseeing in like we did last year now. Saw the inside of lots of boozers IIRC

Get into Dublin with plenty of time for the game, so its not too shabby. We will still be totally lashed up afterwards as usual.