Nelly78 Posted July 15, 2013 Report Share Posted July 15, 2013 As per Stu's post in Saints Chat, someone had suggested we look into the possibility of running a bus from Edinburgh to Perth for the home game, to provide transport for both ourselves and the Rosenborg fans. A number of the Rosenborg fans have intimated that they will be basing themselves in Edinburgh and, given how crap public transport is between the two cities in midweek (last train is a hell of a rush to catch after the match), I thought I would gauge the level of interest from the Edinburgh/Lothians/Borders/M90 corridor based Saints to see if there was enough interest to make this worthwhile. The plan would probably be to leave Edinburgh early afternoon as this would give the Norwegians a chance to see Perth and have a few per match beers, then straight back through after the match. There has been mention of Saints fans subsidising the cost of the bus, which I have to say I don't agree with, given that Norwegian salaries are likely to be far higher than ours! If you do fancy the idea of going through on a bus can you let us know please. If there's enough interest we can then see about booking something and arranging somewhere to go in Perth pre-match. Cheers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaintDougie Posted July 16, 2013 Report Share Posted July 16, 2013 Sounds good to me, though I have to agree with you about subsidising the bus. Personally I feel that if you are going to use the bus you should pay for it out of your own pocket regardless of which team you are supporting. Not sure about the pre-match watering hole now that Sportsters is gone, however the Wetherspoons (Capital Asset) on Tay street may be a good shout as it has a licence for tables outside? Or possibly The foundry or Sandemans (Do you know that used to be a Library?) although the latter two would be indoor only which could be a bit pants as the weather is meant to keep up like this until the end of the month. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaintDougie Posted July 16, 2013 Report Share Posted July 16, 2013 Sounds good to me, though I have to agree with you about subsidising the bus. Personally I feel that if you are going to use the bus you should pay for it out of your own pocket regardless of which team you are supporting. Not sure about the pre-match watering hole now that Sportsters is gone, however the Wetherspoons (Capital Asset) on Tay street may be a good shout as it has a licence for tables outside? Or possibly The foundry or Sandemans (Do you know that used to be a Library?) although the latter two would be indoor only which could be a bit pants as the weather is meant to keep up like this until the end of the month. Also, can we make sure it's a bus with a loo? You know what we're all like with a drink in us. Seal broken....... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mylesy Posted July 16, 2013 Report Share Posted July 16, 2013 Very Keen for this. The last train is a nightmare and might be good fun with some Rosenborg boys... Pints aren't £9 a pop here lads! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigstu Posted July 16, 2013 Report Share Posted July 16, 2013 Had feedback from rosenborg fans and it looks like a non starter, They aren't keen on mixing with opposing fans, and would prefer to make their own arrangements. Stu Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigstu Posted July 16, 2013 Report Share Posted July 16, 2013 Looks like train it is then. 22:43 train back is possible even if it does go the whole way. £16:90 return. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nelly78 Posted July 16, 2013 Author Report Share Posted July 16, 2013 As Stu said, this idea seems to have gone down as well as a fart in a lift with our Viking invaders and looks like a complete non-starter unfortunately. It seems that some of them are against the idea of sharing transport with the opposition's fans, which seems very bizarre to me. Looks like it'll be either driving through and no beer or train through and running the risk of missing the last train home, or missing extra time if it goes that far, which is not ideal. Does anyone know a man with a minibus who we could pay to bring us home?!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaintDougie Posted July 16, 2013 Report Share Posted July 16, 2013 (edited) If we get enough confirmed numbers could we maybe sort out our own mini bus again? Or would this be an expense to far? How much did we pay for the smaller bus we took up to Dundee? Had a look at a few coach hire websites. If we were to get the numbers it could end up costing us each about the same as the train price above with the added advantage of going home when we dictate. Only down side is we would require 14 -15 people. I know we could get that with time, however with such a short period of time this could tend to be a little more difficult. Edited July 16, 2013 by SaintDougie R_mac 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R_mac Posted July 16, 2013 Report Share Posted July 16, 2013 Hey you guys, My year abroad in Deutschland is coming to an end and I'll be back in Edinburgh as of the weekend-buzzing to start watching the SPL again after taking in a fair few Bundesliga games here.... Joking aside I'm obviously planning on watching the mighty saints play in Europe again next Thursday and would happily travel with you guys; by train or mini bus so count me in. I'm sure I'd be able to persuade one or two of my friends to come along as well but would need to confirm. See you guys soon, Rory. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tallpaul723 Posted July 17, 2013 Report Share Posted July 17, 2013 I'd be up for getting a bus up the road for the home game if it can be arranged..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ejksjfc Posted July 19, 2013 Report Share Posted July 19, 2013 I am driving up early to visit my mother but will have space in car on way back would be happy to drop off in Edinburgh (bypass area) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CynicalSaintee Posted July 19, 2013 Report Share Posted July 19, 2013 Sign me up! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigstu Posted July 19, 2013 Report Share Posted July 19, 2013 Ok, the bus is now back on the cards. Marc is looking at prices, can everyone who is interested either post on here, or message baldy Marc. Looking at leaving edinburgh at 4 on Thursday, stu Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mylesy Posted July 20, 2013 Report Share Posted July 20, 2013 I'm a definite. Really think it's a good idea. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Blue Saint Posted July 20, 2013 Report Share Posted July 20, 2013 Count me in Stu if you can pick me up at Dunfermline? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nelly78 Posted July 20, 2013 Author Report Share Posted July 20, 2013 Aye. Just need to arrange a fictitious work meeting at 3.30pm now....... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigstu Posted July 20, 2013 Report Share Posted July 20, 2013 I have me, alicia, Gary and Kirsty. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saint sid Posted July 20, 2013 Report Share Posted July 20, 2013 im interested if i can get off work early, where about is the bus leaving from? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edstar101 Posted July 20, 2013 Report Share Posted July 20, 2013 I am up for the bus. Will see if I can get anyone else interested too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edstar101 Posted July 20, 2013 Report Share Posted July 20, 2013 Further to above....I have another two if they can be picked up / dropped off at Park & Ride on north side of Forth Road Bridge.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baldy Marc Posted July 21, 2013 Report Share Posted July 21, 2013 Bus would be circa £150 for a 15 seater with cost being split, does that work for everyone? Also, would leaving at 4.30 be an issue? Means we'd still miss traffic. R_mac 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saint sid Posted July 21, 2013 Report Share Posted July 21, 2013 Bus would be circa £150 for a 15 seater with cost being split, does that work for everyone? Also, would leaving at 4.30 be an issue? Means we'd still miss traffic. works for me, but cant confirm until tomorrow to see if i can get off work early. Where is it leaving from though? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baldy Marc Posted July 21, 2013 Report Share Posted July 21, 2013 West End, somewhere like Queensferry street or something. But open to suggestions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edstar101 Posted July 21, 2013 Report Share Posted July 21, 2013 Bus would be circa £150 for a 15 seater with cost being split, does that work for everyone? Also, would leaving at 4.30 be an issue? Means we'd still miss traffic. West End, somewhere like Queensferry street or something. But open to suggestions. All of the above works for me Marc. Would we be able to pick up the two guys I mentioned at Dalgety Bay Park & Ride? Baldy Marc 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saint sid Posted July 21, 2013 Report Share Posted July 21, 2013 West End, somewhere like Queensferry street or something. But open to suggestions. my hoose? im looking for 1 seat please. pm sent Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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