Guest thewill Posted February 16, 2011 Share Posted February 16, 2011 Anyone got any ideas regarding where to have a shandy or two before the match? We're going on train, so guessing it's going to be somewhere in the city centre (also how far is it from the centre? It's been that long since we were there last time) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barmyowl1212 Posted February 16, 2011 Share Posted February 16, 2011 Anyone got any ideas regarding where to have a shandy or two before the match? We're going on train, so guessing it's going to be somewhere in the city centre (also how far is it from the centre? It's been that long since we were there last time) flip that! I will be in hiding until the ground opens then as soon as that whistle goes for FT im running as far away as possible. About 20 min walk to ground from city. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rugbyowl Posted February 16, 2011 Share Posted February 16, 2011 Square peg in City Centre is a good un. Longest bar in Europe apparently. About 5 mins from station and 15 -20 mins from ground. Not sure what its like on matchdays. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest thewill Posted February 16, 2011 Share Posted February 16, 2011 flip that! I will be in hiding until the ground opens then as soon as that whistle goes for FT im running as far away as possible. About 20 min walk to ground from city. On second thoughts you could be right. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ng10 owl Posted February 16, 2011 Share Posted February 16, 2011 also goin on the train..Derbyshire wayfarer is what you need sheffield to burton and then a cheap day anytime burton to birmingham. 4 of us are heading to the weatherspoons in china town, 5 min walk from new street. think its called the dragon. Its then a £5 taxi fare to the ground... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBoyBeevers Posted February 16, 2011 Share Posted February 16, 2011 Any suggestions on how to get back to New Street from St.Andrews without walking? A taxi to the ground is obviously straight forward but i'm not sure i fancy the walk back again after the 2007 game. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ng10 owl Posted February 16, 2011 Share Posted February 16, 2011 was wondering that myself..run maybe ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rick - Norfolk Owl Posted February 16, 2011 Share Posted February 16, 2011 Think there is a real ale pub on Bradford St called the Anchor. Locals were friendly last time we went when both inthe Championship. About 10-15 mins walk to the ground. The Wellington in the City Centre is supposed to be away fan friendly too but probably a taxi ride to the ground Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rick - Norfolk Owl Posted February 16, 2011 Share Posted February 16, 2011 so then it'll be a bumming before the game and also during !! Its Hurst St for you then - enjoy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uptheowls Posted February 16, 2011 Share Posted February 16, 2011 Hope theres gonna be loadsa taxis if everyones pooing themselves about walking Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ToastFeatures Posted February 17, 2011 Share Posted February 17, 2011 im just hoping your not going to be on your own...youll probs get a rock thrown at you like chuffing last time when we went to their ground....was a horrid experience Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
safesurfer Posted February 17, 2011 Share Posted February 17, 2011 Think there is a real ale pub on Bradford St called the Anchor. Locals were friendly last time we went when both inthe Championship. About 10-15 mins walk to the ground. The Wellington in the City Centre is supposed to be away fan friendly too but probably a taxi ride to the ground I think the Anchor is on Roe St (?), just off Digbeth High Street, round the side of the coach station. It's a lovely old traditional real ale boozer. As you say, about 10-15 mins walk from St Andrews. The Wellington is another real ale mecca - very small pub in the city centre, but if you like your ales it's another great choice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stewtheowl Posted February 17, 2011 Share Posted February 17, 2011 The square peg is usually full of home fans on a match day so if you're after a weatherspoons then the dragon in the Chinese area is Your best bet. It's the closest to the ground and is a five minute walk from new street and twenty minute walk to st Andrews Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Big Guns Posted February 17, 2011 Share Posted February 17, 2011 flip me if your that scared stay at home. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anthndav Posted February 17, 2011 Share Posted February 17, 2011 Don't go to the Square Peg on Matchdays!!! As a Brummie - Here's my advice Most of the pubs near St. Andrew’s are not recommended for away supporters. For those arriving by train, many away fans have recommended The Wellington, on Bennetts Hill. This pub specialises in real ales, with about 15 different types. It does not serve food, but has no objections to patrons bringing their own. The Briar Rose, also on Bennetts Hill, has received favourable reviews. En route to the ground, The Anchor, on Bradford Street (behind Digbeth bus station) is frequented by some home fans, but the welcome is reported as friendly. The Cricketers Arms is a 10-minute walk from the ground and is another pub shared by home and away fans. It is small and crowded, though there are tables outside. Otherwise, alcohol is served within the stadium. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anthndav Posted February 17, 2011 Share Posted February 17, 2011 Briar Rose is a Wetherspoons by the way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DW1 Posted February 17, 2011 Share Posted February 17, 2011 I'm driving down to Birmingham can anyone recommend any pubs on route Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sweetsheri Posted February 17, 2011 Share Posted February 17, 2011 I'm driving down to Birmingham can anyone recommend any pubs on route Big tree in woodseats is ok Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest BoomTownOwls Posted February 17, 2011 Share Posted February 17, 2011 (edited) Any suggestions on how to get back to New Street from St.Andrews without walking? A taxi to the ground is obviously straight forward but i'm not sure i fancy the walk back again after the 2007 game. So no walking or taxi. How about hot air balloon? They could lower you into your seat via a step ladder and then pick you up afterwards. Any self respecting balloon company will also provide you with a pint of Courage, a new pair of pants and a pink handbag to put your purse in. Edited February 17, 2011 by BoomTownOwls Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andylad Posted February 17, 2011 Share Posted February 17, 2011 I'm driving down to Birmingham can anyone recommend any pubs on route Hunters Moon . 5 of us going there about 4 mile from ground serves food, cheap ale and Sky Sports. Its at Castle Bromwich jnctn 5 from the M6 on the main road Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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