| Where to drink in Coventry? 11:17 - Jan 28 with 10121 views | ssdhami |
Hi I'm wondering where is close to the Ricoh to go for a few drinks.
Can anyone help me?
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| Where to drink in Coventry? on 13:04 - Jan 28 with 5266 views | Fred_Talbot |
The Grosvenor casino on the ground serves away fans. Been told that all the other pubs near the ground are for home fans only, but if you cover up your colours then you should be alright. |  |
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| Where to drink in Coventry? on 17:59 - Jan 28 with 5110 views | D_Alien |
| Where to drink in Coventry? on 13:04 - Jan 28 by Fred_Talbot |
The Grosvenor casino on the ground serves away fans. Been told that all the other pubs near the ground are for home fans only, but if you cover up your colours then you should be alright. |
Sorry, I don't buy this "for home fans" rubbish.
It's just a matter of respect. If a gang of away fans swagger into a pub near a ground giving it large, no surprise if home fans find it offensive.
If you're just going in for a pint or two and minding your own business, it's never been a problem.
I've identified a really good boozer (CAMRA-listed) - it's 20 minutes walk away but free parking and It's not on the list on the website I linked.
Enjoy wherever you go. |  |
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| Where to drink in Coventry? on 18:32 - Jan 28 with 5058 views | tazzydjr |
| Where to drink in Coventry? on 17:59 - Jan 28 by D_Alien |
Sorry, I don't buy this "for home fans" rubbish.
It's just a matter of respect. If a gang of away fans swagger into a pub near a ground giving it large, no surprise if home fans find it offensive.
If you're just going in for a pint or two and minding your own business, it's never been a problem.
I've identified a really good boozer (CAMRA-listed) - it's 20 minutes walk away but free parking and It's not on the list on the website I linked.
Enjoy wherever you go. |
I totally agree with you DA i ended up in the Yorkshire Penny that were a Bradford City Fans Pub nobody had a problem we even discussed what the potential score would be before i went to Bradford Arms |  |
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| Where to drink in Coventry? on 18:35 - Jan 28 with 5050 views | Fred_Talbot |
| Where to drink in Coventry? on 17:59 - Jan 28 by D_Alien |
Sorry, I don't buy this "for home fans" rubbish.
It's just a matter of respect. If a gang of away fans swagger into a pub near a ground giving it large, no surprise if home fans find it offensive.
If you're just going in for a pint or two and minding your own business, it's never been a problem.
I've identified a really good boozer (CAMRA-listed) - it's 20 minutes walk away but free parking and It's not on the list on the website I linked.
Enjoy wherever you go. |
Well the info I got came from a Cov City fan and I trust his judgement. Stay safe wherever you go | |
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| Where to drink in Coventry? on 18:42 - Jan 28 with 5036 views | D_Alien |
| Where to drink in Coventry? on 18:35 - Jan 28 by Fred_Talbot |
Well the info I got came from a Cov City fan and I trust his judgement. Stay safe wherever you go |
That's no problem, but doesn't alter the fact there are no such things as "home fan pubs" just disrespectful away fans | |
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| Where to drink in Coventry? on 19:04 - Jan 28 with 4995 views | Fred_Talbot |
| Where to drink in Coventry? on 18:42 - Jan 28 by D_Alien |
That's no problem, but doesn't alter the fact there are no such things as "home fan pubs" just disrespectful away fans |
You're wrong there. There's some pubs I wouldn't dream of going in near some football grounds. For example pubs in Burnley or Leeds. Have you never seen pubs with signs in the windows saying 'Home Fans Only'? | |
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| Where to drink in Coventry? on 19:19 - Jan 28 with 4965 views | 442Dale |
| Where to drink in Coventry? on 19:04 - Jan 28 by Fred_Talbot |
You're wrong there. There's some pubs I wouldn't dream of going in near some football grounds. For example pubs in Burnley or Leeds. Have you never seen pubs with signs in the windows saying 'Home Fans Only'? |
Add the Wetherspoons in Plymouth, last day of the season we needed a win for a top 7 place. A group of us went in, barely said a word, yet still it was so obviously a pub not to stay in.
It shouldn't be like that, but it is. |  |
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| Where to drink in Coventry? on 19:39 - Jan 28 with 4909 views | D_Alien |
| Where to drink in Coventry? on 19:04 - Jan 28 by Fred_Talbot |
You're wrong there. There's some pubs I wouldn't dream of going in near some football grounds. For example pubs in Burnley or Leeds. Have you never seen pubs with signs in the windows saying 'Home Fans Only'? |
Yes, I've seen the signs, and yes, I've been in one or two, simply because they were convenient, sold a decent pint and an early kick-off match to watch whilst supping.
Wasn't wearing colours, acted like I was just there for drink and didn't make a nuisance of myself. No-one batted an eyelid. What's the problem?
A typical example - the Old Grey Mare prior to games at Latics. [Post edited 28 Jan 2015 19:41]
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| Where to drink in Coventry? on 19:39 - Jan 28 with 4909 views | _dezzy |
| Where to drink in Coventry? on 19:04 - Jan 28 by Fred_Talbot |
You're wrong there. There's some pubs I wouldn't dream of going in near some football grounds. For example pubs in Burnley or Leeds. Have you never seen pubs with signs in the windows saying 'Home Fans Only'? |
There's a sign outside the reform club that says home fans only, and I can see why |  |
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| Where to drink in Coventry? on 19:40 - Jan 28 with 4904 views | Fred_Talbot |
| Where to drink in Coventry? on 19:19 - Jan 28 by 442Dale |
Add the Wetherspoons in Plymouth, last day of the season we needed a win for a top 7 place. A group of us went in, barely said a word, yet still it was so obviously a pub not to stay in.
It shouldn't be like that, but it is. |
Exactly 442
Thankfully, Rochdale is a decent match day experience for an away supporter. I know Ratcliffe Arms gets bad reviews on here, but there's probably nowhere else in the football league with such a facility that welcomes all fans. | |
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| Where to drink in Coventry? on 19:47 - Jan 28 with 4867 views | 442Dale |
| Where to drink in Coventry? on 19:40 - Jan 28 by Fred_Talbot |
Exactly 442
Thankfully, Rochdale is a decent match day experience for an away supporter. I know Ratcliffe Arms gets bad reviews on here, but there's probably nowhere else in the football league with such a facility that welcomes all fans. |
Fleetwood's is good, also Boots & Laces at Torquay and the FAORayTrew Bar at Meadow Lane.
Having moved into the Dale Bar this season, it's worth saying how decent it is in there. Great atmosphere for the Cup draw on Monday night too. | |
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| Where to drink in Coventry? on 19:58 - Jan 28 with 4828 views | D_Alien |
| Where to drink in Coventry? on 19:39 - Jan 28 by D_Alien |
Yes, I've seen the signs, and yes, I've been in one or two, simply because they were convenient, sold a decent pint and an early kick-off match to watch whilst supping.
Wasn't wearing colours, acted like I was just there for drink and didn't make a nuisance of myself. No-one batted an eyelid. What's the problem?
A typical example - the Old Grey Mare prior to games at Latics. [Post edited 28 Jan 2015 19:41]
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(Adding to my own post here)
So how can I be "wrong" as you put it, when I've done it plenty of times without the merest hint of trouble? I don't go in with a group - I'll admit that could be a bit dodgy, but I stand by what I said, I completely disagree that there are such things as "home fan pubs" - signs in the window or not. | |
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| Where to drink in Coventry? on 20:04 - Jan 28 with 4817 views | Fred_Talbot |
| Where to drink in Coventry? on 19:58 - Jan 28 by D_Alien |
(Adding to my own post here)
So how can I be "wrong" as you put it, when I've done it plenty of times without the merest hint of trouble? I don't go in with a group - I'll admit that could be a bit dodgy, but I stand by what I said, I completely disagree that there are such things as "home fan pubs" - signs in the window or not. |
Have to agree to disagree here. I've given you a couple of examples and I standby what I said. Oh btw, I don't go looking for trouble or 'act up' either. I just like a few pints before a match...that's all. | |
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| Where to drink in Coventry? on 20:08 - Jan 28 with 4807 views | D_Alien |
| Where to drink in Coventry? on 20:04 - Jan 28 by Fred_Talbot |
Have to agree to disagree here. I've given you a couple of examples and I standby what I said. Oh btw, I don't go looking for trouble or 'act up' either. I just like a few pints before a match...that's all. |
Maybe it's just me then, but there's usually a reason why a pub attracts home fans, and that's because of it's location, ale and facilities.
A pub is a pub, and an Englishman has a right to sup in whatever boozer he chooses. No sign in a bloody window is going to take that away from me. | |
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| Where to drink in Coventry? on 20:11 - Jan 28 with 4791 views | Fred_Talbot |
| Where to drink in Coventry? on 20:08 - Jan 28 by D_Alien |
Maybe it's just me then, but there's usually a reason why a pub attracts home fans, and that's because of it's location, ale and facilities.
A pub is a pub, and an Englishman has a right to sup in whatever boozer he chooses. No sign in a bloody window is going to take that away from me. |
Maybe a couple of doormen might not admit you... | |
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| Where to drink in Coventry? on 20:11 - Jan 28 with 4788 views | 442Dale |
| Where to drink in Coventry? on 20:08 - Jan 28 by D_Alien |
Maybe it's just me then, but there's usually a reason why a pub attracts home fans, and that's because of it's location, ale and facilities.
A pub is a pub, and an Englishman has a right to sup in whatever boozer he chooses. No sign in a bloody window is going to take that away from me. |
If the sign says "No beer" it might. | |
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| Where to drink in Coventry? on 20:13 - Jan 28 with 4783 views | D_Alien |
| Where to drink in Coventry? on 20:11 - Jan 28 by Fred_Talbot |
Maybe a couple of doormen might not admit you... |
The only time I've ever been stopped is in your much-vaunted Ratcliffe Arms !!!
The doormen at The Old Grey Mare gave me a polite nod last time Dale played at Boundary Park. | |
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| Where to drink in Coventry? on 20:15 - Jan 28 with 4775 views | D_Alien |
| Where to drink in Coventry? on 20:11 - Jan 28 by 442Dale |
If the sign says "No beer" it might. |
Aye that's true. And there's nowt more disappointing than being served a shit pint, but then that's more likely to happen within the boundaries of Spotland Stadium than anywhere else! | |
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| Where to drink in Coventry? on 20:17 - Jan 28 with 4765 views | Fred_Talbot |
| Where to drink in Coventry? on 20:13 - Jan 28 by D_Alien |
The only time I've ever been stopped is in your much-vaunted Ratcliffe Arms !!!
The doormen at The Old Grey Mare gave me a polite nod last time Dale played at Boundary Park. |
Much vaunted!
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| Where to drink in Coventry? on 20:19 - Jan 28 with 4744 views | D_Alien |
| Where to drink in Coventry? on 20:17 - Jan 28 by Fred_Talbot |
Much vaunted!
No need for sarcasm |
It sounded like one of your favourite vaunts in an earlier post!  | |
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| Where to drink in Coventry? on 20:22 - Jan 28 with 4726 views | 442Dale |
| Where to drink in Coventry? on 20:19 - Jan 28 by D_Alien |
It sounded like one of your favourite vaunts in an earlier post! |
I havaunt seen him in there for a while. | |
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| Where to drink in Coventry? on 20:26 - Jan 28 with 4714 views | Fred_Talbot |
| Where to drink in Coventry? on 20:22 - Jan 28 by 442Dale |
I havaunt seen him in there for a while. |
Very good 442! | |
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| Where to drink in Coventry? on 20:29 - Jan 28 with 4704 views | bennersdale |
D alien why the aggression? Just because somebody disagrees with you. You can't be right all the time. BTW I'd never go in a home fans pub at away games either not worth the hassle. |  |
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| Where to drink in Coventry? on 20:31 - Jan 28 with 4695 views | flyerdale |
| Where to drink in Coventry? on 20:29 - Jan 28 by bennersdale |
D alien why the aggression? Just because somebody disagrees with you. You can't be right all the time. BTW I'd never go in a home fans pub at away games either not worth the hassle. |
Agreed Bennersdale, no need for it in my opinion. Not the first time I've noticed his aggressive posting on here. |  | | |
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