steveoafc Posted October 25, 2010 Share Posted October 25, 2010 I know they're both still a way off yet but i've got to organise days off from work ( Our place moves as slowly as the stadium debacle ) Me and my lad are considering making a weekend out of a trip to the away games at either bournemouth or exeter. Having never been to either before, we could do with some advice and guidance etc. Which is better for accomodation, pubs etc? Any help would be much appreciated, cheers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leeslover Posted October 25, 2010 Share Posted October 25, 2010 I know they're both still a way off yet but i've got to organise days off from work ( Our place moves as slowly as the stadium debacle ) Me and my lad are considering making a weekend out of a trip to the away games at either bournemouth or exeter. Having never been to either before, we could do with some advice and guidance etc. Which is better for accomodation, pubs etc? Any help would be much appreciated, cheers. Bournemouth is a good night out and has loads of B&Bs and reasonable hotels. It's a bit of a time warp but not in a bad way, and full of filthy fit birds attractive young ladies if that's your thing. Can't speak for Exeter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steveoafc Posted October 25, 2010 Author Share Posted October 25, 2010 Bournemouth is a good night out and has loads of B&Bs and reasonable hotels. It's a bit of a time warp but not in a bad way, and full of filthy fit birds attractive young ladies if that's your thing. Can't speak for Exeter. Cheers leeslover, bournemouth takes pole position at the mo then. The ladies are....ahem....just an added bonus * quickly checks to see the missus isn't floating about * Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pukka Posted October 25, 2010 Share Posted October 25, 2010 If you want to see latics win: I'm doing Bournemouth. I decided against Brentford in favour of Southampton. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevesmitt Posted October 25, 2010 Share Posted October 25, 2010 I went to college in Exeter and do a weeks work in Bournemouth each year. If the weather is nice Bournemouth is a really nice place to be, but not sre it will be in march. It is, as leeslover says, full of stunning girls and hen do's as the night life is really good. There is also a few touristy things to do with the nice beach and the bournemouth balloon. Exeter is ok but just full of student on a night out, you could tho stay in Exemouth, Dawlish or even Torquay which are local seaside towns, the weather might even be nice in April. All depends what type of night you want really. Im going to Exeter game cos i followed them a bit while i was living down there, they also play Plymouth in there local derby a few days before we play them so ill be going down for that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steveoafc Posted October 25, 2010 Author Share Posted October 25, 2010 If you want to see latics win: I'm doing Bournemouth. I decided against Brentford in favour of Southampton. So you're a bit of a jinx then?................Now i'm confused Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steveoafc Posted October 25, 2010 Author Share Posted October 25, 2010 I went to college in Exeter and do a weeks work in Bournemouth each year. If the weather is nice Bournemouth is a really nice place to be, but not sre it will be in march. It is, as leeslover says, full of stunning girls and hen do's as the night life is really good. There is also a few touristy things to do with the nice beach and the bournemouth balloon. Exeter is ok but just full of student on a night out, you could tho stay in Exemouth, Dawlish or even Torquay which are local seaside towns, the weather might even be nice in April. All depends what type of night you want really. Im going to Exeter game cos i followed them a bit while i was living down there, they also play Plymouth in there local derby a few days before we play them so ill be going down for that. Seriously, after the game just looking to have a few pints ( maybe with fellow latics ) and then a decent night out. Don't really want to travel too far once we're there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slurms mckenzie Posted October 25, 2010 Share Posted October 25, 2010 My one and only away game last year was Exeter; in the boozers before and after it seemed like a friendly home support, nice old school stadium with uncovered standing behind the goal (or a couple of hundred covered seats at the side if you prefer). Exeter being a Uni City, has plenty of accomodation. Can't speak for Bournemuff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alex_balls Posted October 25, 2010 Share Posted October 25, 2010 Exeter was bob last season, i'd avoid tbh. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zorrro Posted October 25, 2010 Share Posted October 25, 2010 It was a bit nippy, but it was a fun day out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steveoafc Posted October 25, 2010 Author Share Posted October 25, 2010 It was a bit nippy, but it was a fun day out. So a hip flask is advisable Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forte_Baby Posted October 25, 2010 Share Posted October 25, 2010 I suggest Exeter myself decent boozers, ground fairly central to the city centre as it the near by rail station. Ground has standing and marquees. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steveoafc Posted October 25, 2010 Author Share Posted October 25, 2010 I suggest Exeter myself decent boozers, ground fairly central to the city centre as it the near by rail station. Ground has standing and marquees. Mmm cheers tom.....decisions,decisions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldhamSheridan Posted October 27, 2010 Share Posted October 27, 2010 Mmm cheers tom.....decisions,decisions. I'd agree with Tom. Bournemouth's ground is miles away from the centre whereas Exeter's is within easy staggering distance. Seemed pretty good pubs too. Although waiting for a Sunday afternoon plane can be a bit much in terms of things to do in Exeter when you're sober. NB. I strangely got served by a lass who must have been about ten. I have no idea who was breaking the law there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forte_Baby Posted October 27, 2010 Share Posted October 27, 2010 Plus that extra to see in Exeter of course you get your normal boozers such as Yates and Weatherspoons which has to be one of the biggest in uk opposite the train station but by the catheral or ruins whichever it was there was some nice cafes and other pubs also. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steveoafc Posted January 10, 2011 Author Share Posted January 10, 2011 Still considering were best to plan a weekend away trip to. Never been to orient either so maybe that could be an option too. Is it a good night out around those parts too? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaticsLee Posted January 10, 2011 Share Posted January 10, 2011 definatly bournmouth some stunning ladies down there, need to walk around with a hard helmet on your crotch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steveoafc Posted January 10, 2011 Author Share Posted January 10, 2011 definatly bournmouth some stunning ladies down there, need to walk around with a hard helmet on your crotch. I'll take that into account Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leeslover Posted January 10, 2011 Share Posted January 10, 2011 Still considering were best to plan a weekend away trip to. Never been to orient either so maybe that could be an option too. Is it a good night out around those parts too? Strictly in a, "making your own entertainment," sort of way. It's always one of the fave OASIS days out but Leyton is quite a way down the list of top holiday destinations. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steveoafc Posted January 10, 2011 Author Share Posted January 10, 2011 Strictly in a, "making your own entertainment," sort of way. It's always one of the fave OASIS days out but Leyton is quite a way down the list of top holiday destinations. So no pool and stunning views from my accomodation then? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roger Ritchie Posted January 10, 2011 Share Posted January 10, 2011 Get a plane to Exeter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zorrro Posted January 10, 2011 Share Posted January 10, 2011 So no pool and stunning views from my accomodation then? You'll be stunned by the pools of blood if you stick around Leyton. Join us in central London for some much more civilised activities. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steveoafc Posted January 10, 2011 Author Share Posted January 10, 2011 Get a plane to Exeter. Been considering this...any idea on price? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steveoafc Posted January 10, 2011 Author Share Posted January 10, 2011 You'll be stunned by the pools of blood if you stick around Leyton. Join us in central London for some much more civilised activities. Sounds a better option then Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leeslover Posted January 10, 2011 Share Posted January 10, 2011 You'll be stunned by the pools of blood if you stick around Leyton. Join us in central London for some much more civilised activities. Like you'll be there anyway! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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