Maldon tonight

[Hong Kong Blue]

Am I right in thinking that Maldon is so backward it hasn't yet been reached by the railway?

I also take it that Blues World isn't broadcasting commentary (as there's no electricity to run their equipment off).

 

[TerryintheWest]

a touch harsh, old boy

 

[Firestorm]

Quote[/b] (Hong Kong Blue @ July 26 2005,13:04)]Am I right in thinking that Maldon is so backward it hasn't yet been reached by the railway?

No...

It had been reached by the railway but the branch line was one of Dr Beechings casualties in the 60's (1963 I Think)

 

[swfshrimper]

I shall be making my way to the back of beyond tonight anyone else thinking of going???

 

[canveyshrimper]

Quote[/b] (Firestorm @ July 26 2005,13:21)]

Quote[/b] (Hong Kong Blue @ July 26 2005,13:04)]Am I right in thinking that Maldon is so backward it hasn't yet been reached by the railway?

No...

It had been reached by the railway but the branch line was one of Dr Beechings casualties in the 60's (1963 I Think)

I think it lasted a bit longer than that as i remember going there by train i am sure around 1980.

There are loads of sheep, but hurry you won't want an ugly one.

 

[Adrian C]

(puts on anorak)

Nope, Firestorm is about right, I actually think it closed in 1964 but it definitely didn't make it to 1980. Most of the Maldon bypass is built on it.

(removes anorak)

and Maldon's ground is a good walk from the centre of town too.

AC

 

[Hong Kong Blue]

Cheers all. Not only the answer to the question, but some history as well!

Sadly no bite from Hooly or any other Shrimpers living out in those neck of the woods. I must try harder.

ps Good luck for the forthcoming season Adrian

 

[canveyshrimper]

Quote[/b] (Adrian C @ July 26 2005,15:04)](puts on anorak)

Nope, Firestorm is about right, I actually think it closed in 1964 but it definitely didn't make it to 1980. Most of the Maldon bypass is built on it.

(removes anorak)

and Maldon's ground is a good walk from the centre of town too.

AC

Will yield on that one, must have gone by bus. strange what the old memory does.

I know there is an office close to where the old station was as i have been in there. It is also a hike from the centre of town, but a few decent ale houses on the way.

 

[Hooly]

Quote[/b] (Hong Kong Blue @ July 26 2005,13:04)]Am I right in thinking that Maldon is so backward it hasn't yet been reached by the railway?

Sorry!  Both my heads were facing the wrong way!  Ok. you asked for it.  Trainspotting here I go!  Maldon actually had 2 station so Ner with bells on to you!  

The line to Witham from East Station closed in 1964, though the actual station building is still there.  Currently used as offices but has in the past been all sorts including a nightclub.

Maldon East & Heybridge station

Not much is left of West Station, apart from the old engine shed part of which now houses my friend John & his equally friendly Mighty Oak Brewery!

Maldon West station

The Maldon Town ground is on the outskirts, about a 15 minute walk from the middle of the High Street at the far end of the Promenade Park, which is currentlly being defaced due to a couple of years ago some East London $%&* diving into the 3 foot deep swimming lake (twice I might add!!) and banging his head.  It hurt the 1st time & killed him the 2nd! Thus the entire place is now being bastardized! No doubt he was a Wet Hamster!

Of shortly to meet Mr & Mrs GNH for a bit of pre match Ten-Pin action in the alley next to Maldon's ground!

Piers
Land of the two headed people!
Not posting on SZ. Doh!

 

[Napster]

fascinating. alas, the links dont work

 

[Hong Kong Blue]

He bites, he bites!

Enjoy the game and I look forward to your report tomorrow!

 

[Xàbia Shrimper]

Quote[/b] (canveyshrimper @ July 26 2005,15:30)]

Quote[/b] (Firestorm @ July 26 2005,13:21)]

Quote[/b] (Hong Kong Blue @ July 26 2005,13:04)]Am I right in thinking that Maldon is so backward it hasn't yet been reached by the railway?

No...

It had been reached by the railway but the branch line was one of Dr Beechings casualties in the 60's (1963 I Think)

I think it lasted a bit longer than that as i remember going there by train i am sure around 1980.

There are loads of sheep, but hurry you won't want an ugly one.

Definately not!

I lived in Maldon between 1969 and 1975 and the railway had gone by then ...

WS

 

[Bob Cratchitt]

Quote[/b] (Hooly @ July 26 2005,16:34)]Promenade Park, which is currentlly being defaced due to a couple of years ago some East London $%&* diving into the 3 foot deep swimming lake (twice I might add!!) and banging his head. It hurt the 1st time & killed him the 2nd! Thus the entire place is now being bastardized! No doubt he was a Wet Hamster!

I do not want to spoil you rant against East London, but the guy who died from heart attack after hitting his head on a submerged post was actually from Southend. However he could have still supported the Hamsters, but then again he could easily be one of us.

 

[Spaceman Spiff]

Quote[/b] (swfshrimper @ July 26 2005,14:24)]I shall be making my way to the back of beyond tonight anyone else thinking of going???

Wish I had! Kaunas v Liverpool was pants...

If you could give us a match report on your return to civilisation, it would be much appreciated

 

[Grayson]

It was a dull game, we had a big black lanky trialist who was pants and very amusing to watch. Dunno who scored first goal but Bentley got the 2nd.

 

[Smiffy]

Not the talents of Kev Gray again surely?!!...

 

[BrettieAngell]

Kezie Ibe was supposed to be playing tonight was that him?

 

[TheLittleGazette]

Maldon based website The Little Gazette can reveal it was indeed Keize Ibe who got the first goal!

btw, I believe the railway shut to passengers in 1964, and to freight in 1968!!

 

[Sandbach Shrimper]

Sounds like Bentley's goal last night was similar to the one he scored against Norwich?

 

[lucus]

Quote[/b] (shrimpboy @ July 27 2005,14:16)]Sounds like Bentley's goal last night was similar to the one he scored against Norwich?

Probably a similar distance from goal, but the angle he shot from was more head on. Top right corner aswell.