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Sillybilly
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After a year of trying and three aborted attempts we have finally exchanged contracts. To quote Mr Rossi, the Sillybillys will be “living on an island” from 16 February. Can’t wait although it will be a wrench to go after nearly 30 years.
Obviously, the season ticket will have to go but I’ll be plotting any excuse for trips back to the Valley. And, needless to say, I’ll be even more reliant on this forum for info and cameraderie as I won’t know a living soul. I know that there are a few other Addicks on the island (@webby for one) but I’m just reaching out (to coin an annoying current phrase) to any others. At some point when we are able to come out of our caves it would be good to start/join a supporters group if there is one/if there is a need for one. Is there anybody out there?
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I lived there for 8 years but now back in Bromley. I kept my season ticket going , I used to drive to Ryde then ferry and train to The Valley. There is a guy that lives in Ryde that was still coming to games , that I used to meet up with. Any info you want inbox me.1
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I've worked with a few people over the years who commuted daily from IoW to the city for work,
Where abouts are you moving to on the Island?1 -
Rob7Lee said:I've worked with a few people over the years who commuted daily from IoW to the city for work,
Where abouts are you moving to on the Island?0 -
Me and my old man are Southampton based! Always liked the IOW for the festival and the pubs....so many pubs....2
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Sillybilly said:Rob7Lee said:I've worked with a few people over the years who commuted daily from IoW to the city for work,
Where abouts are you moving to on the Island?
Always loved the IoW, not been for a while but need to get over to Cowes once lockdown ends as been asked to look after a flat for a family member there.1 -
I used to go there a lot with work , and lived over there for a bit as well, all the best SB , when things do get back to a kind of normality, do visit the Spy glass Inn in Ventnor, used to be very good.2
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Sillybilly said:Rob7Lee said:I've worked with a few people over the years who commuted daily from IoW to the city for work,
Where abouts are you moving to on the Island?
we stayed in Wroxall last September. Nice part of the island, much quieter which I prefer.
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Went over for a few days in September in between lockdowns; stayed in Shanklin and lucked out with the weather. Liked it a lot.1
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Been here since the end of 2001, it's a bit Little England, but a good place to live. Funnily enough, I moved to Wroxall prior to divorce!
It's a whole day trek up to The Valley and back, but great for a special visit. A lot of jobs here are not just Monday to Friday, so if like me you are have to work Saturdays, that limits match days.
Having been a season ticket holder in the Covered End, then East Stand, I found it difficult to be without football, so started going to local Wessex League games, currently I usually go to see Cowes Sports play. I do occasionally bump into other Addicks on the island, but as far as I know there isn't any organised group at present. Best wishes with settling in.4 -
Bloody foreigners come over here and nick all our season tickets.5
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I’d just like to say that I’ve been to the Isle of Wight (Shanklin) twice for a holiday during the swinging 60’s. I ruined my Micky Mouse watch as I was so eager to swim in the sea I forgot to take it off. And I almost fell in the water when playing crazy golf which would have been very embarrassing being around 10-11 years of age. Since then I’ve seen the island from a plane whilst heading south somewhere. I dont think this merits joining the Isle of Wight Addicks Supporters Group but I thought I’d share my memories of the Isle of Wight. Feel free to discuss at your AGM or on your trips to the valley. 🙂😉
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Have had a sentimental attachment to the Island ever since I first went to Whitecliff Bay with the School in 1965.
Been countless times since with family, mates, girlfriends and ultimately my wife and our own family.
I have a particular affinity with the area in a rough triangle between Sandown, Bembridge and Brading - many country walks and photographing wildlife..
Sadly, last time I went to Sandown it looked in serious need of a lick of paint, like many of our historic seaside towns.
Always thought I would end up retiring to the Island, but my wife doesn't quite share my affection.
As it stands we are across the water in Poole.
Sorry, none of this is any help to you, but you triggered a bout of nostalgia in me.1 -
charltonnick said:I lived there for 8 years but now back in Bromley. I kept my season ticket going , I used to drive to Ryde then ferry and train to The Valley. There is a guy that lives in Ryde that was still coming to games , that I used to meet up with. Any info you want inbox me.
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Sillybilly said:After a year of trying and three aborted attempts we have finally exchanged contracts. To quote Mr Rossi, the Sillybillys will be “living on an island” from 16 February. Can’t wait although it will be a wrench to go after nearly 30 years.Obviously, the season ticket will have to go but I’ll be plotting any excuse for trips back to the Valley. And, needless to say, I’ll be even more reliant on this forum for info and cameraderie as I won’t know a living soul. I know that there are a few other Addicks on the island (@webby for one) but I’m just reaching out (to coin an annoying current phrase) to any others. At some point when we are able to come out of our caves it would be good to start/join a supporters group if there is one/if there is a need for one. Is there anybody out there?1
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Six-a-bag-of-nuts said:Have had a sentimental attachment to the Island ever since I first went to Whitecliff Bay with the School in 1965.
Been countless times since with family, mates, girlfriends and ultimately my wife and our own family.
I have a particular affinity with the area in a rough triangle between Sandown, Bembridge and Brading - many country walks and photographing wildlife..
Sadly, last time I went to Sandown it looked in serious need of a lick of paint, like many of our historic seaside towns.
Always thought I would end up retiring to the Island, but my wife doesn't quite share my affection.
As it stands we are across the water in Poole.
Sorry, none of this is any help to you, but you triggered a bout of nostalgia in me.
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LargeAddick said:Six-a-bag-of-nuts said:Have had a sentimental attachment to the Island ever since I first went to Whitecliff Bay with the School in 1965.
Been countless times since with family, mates, girlfriends and ultimately my wife and our own family.
I have a particular affinity with the area in a rough triangle between Sandown, Bembridge and Brading - many country walks and photographing wildlife..
Sadly, last time I went to Sandown it looked in serious need of a lick of paint, like many of our historic seaside towns.
Always thought I would end up retiring to the Island, but my wife doesn't quite share my affection.
As it stands we are across the water in Poole.
Sorry, none of this is any help to you, but you triggered a bout of nostalgia in me.4 -
Sillybilly said:LargeAddick said:Six-a-bag-of-nuts said:Have had a sentimental attachment to the Island ever since I first went to Whitecliff Bay with the School in 1965.
Been countless times since with family, mates, girlfriends and ultimately my wife and our own family.
I have a particular affinity with the area in a rough triangle between Sandown, Bembridge and Brading - many country walks and photographing wildlife..
Sadly, last time I went to Sandown it looked in serious need of a lick of paint, like many of our historic seaside towns.
Always thought I would end up retiring to the Island, but my wife doesn't quite share my affection.
As it stands we are across the water in Poole.
Sorry, none of this is any help to you, but you triggered a bout of nostalgia in me.Have you put any feelers out for your golf? I’ve played Sandown & Shanklin (parkland) which has hosted Hampshire County matches and comes highly recommended. Also played Freshwater which is downland up on the cliff top with views back across the Solent to the mainland, as well as the 9 holers at Ryde and Newport.
Hope the move goes well and all the best👍.1 -
Sillybilly said:After a year of trying and three aborted attempts we have finally exchanged contracts. To quote Mr Rossi, the Sillybillys will be “living on an island” from 16 February. Can’t wait although it will be a wrench to go after nearly 30 years.Obviously, the season ticket will have to go but I’ll be plotting any excuse for trips back to the Valley. And, needless to say, I’ll be even more reliant on this forum for info and cameraderie as I won’t know a living soul. I know that there are a few other Addicks on the island (@webby for one) but I’m just reaching out (to coin an annoying current phrase) to any others. At some point when we are able to come out of our caves it would be good to start/join a supporters group if there is one/if there is a need for one. Is there anybody out there?They have never & would never think of moving back & absolutely love the place , they are always so happy when I speak to them I’m sure you will love it.1
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Sillybilly said:LargeAddick said:Six-a-bag-of-nuts said:Have had a sentimental attachment to the Island ever since I first went to Whitecliff Bay with the School in 1965.
Been countless times since with family, mates, girlfriends and ultimately my wife and our own family.
I have a particular affinity with the area in a rough triangle between Sandown, Bembridge and Brading - many country walks and photographing wildlife..
Sadly, last time I went to Sandown it looked in serious need of a lick of paint, like many of our historic seaside towns.
Always thought I would end up retiring to the Island, but my wife doesn't quite share my affection.
As it stands we are across the water in Poole.
Sorry, none of this is any help to you, but you triggered a bout of nostalgia in me.
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RedChaser said:Sillybilly said:LargeAddick said:Six-a-bag-of-nuts said:Have had a sentimental attachment to the Island ever since I first went to Whitecliff Bay with the School in 1965.
Been countless times since with family, mates, girlfriends and ultimately my wife and our own family.
I have a particular affinity with the area in a rough triangle between Sandown, Bembridge and Brading - many country walks and photographing wildlife..
Sadly, last time I went to Sandown it looked in serious need of a lick of paint, like many of our historic seaside towns.
Always thought I would end up retiring to the Island, but my wife doesn't quite share my affection.
As it stands we are across the water in Poole.
Sorry, none of this is any help to you, but you triggered a bout of nostalgia in me.Have you put any feelers out for your golf? I’ve played Sandown & Shanklin (parkland) which has hosted Hampshire County matches and comes highly recommended. Also played Freshwater which is downland up on the cliff top with views back across the Solent to the mainland, as well as the 9 holers at Ryde and Newport.
Hope the move goes well and all the best👍.1 - Sponsored links:
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LargeAddick said:Sillybilly said:LargeAddick said:Six-a-bag-of-nuts said:Have had a sentimental attachment to the Island ever since I first went to Whitecliff Bay with the School in 1965.
Been countless times since with family, mates, girlfriends and ultimately my wife and our own family.
I have a particular affinity with the area in a rough triangle between Sandown, Bembridge and Brading - many country walks and photographing wildlife..
Sadly, last time I went to Sandown it looked in serious need of a lick of paint, like many of our historic seaside towns.
Always thought I would end up retiring to the Island, but my wife doesn't quite share my affection.
As it stands we are across the water in Poole.
Sorry, none of this is any help to you, but you triggered a bout of nostalgia in me.
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I used to work in Portsmouth Naval Dockyard. In the summer of probably about 2003. On a couple of occasions after work at about 5.00pm I came out of the dockyard near Portsmouth Harbour station and saw a cyclist wearing the Away Mesh (beige color) Charlton shirt. I assumed rightly or wrongly that he lived on the Isle of Wight and that he worked in Portsmouth, and was cycling to catch the ferry back to the Isle of Wight. Would that have been anyone on here?1
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Sillybilly said:LargeAddick said:Sillybilly said:LargeAddick said:Six-a-bag-of-nuts said:Have had a sentimental attachment to the Island ever since I first went to Whitecliff Bay with the School in 1965.
Been countless times since with family, mates, girlfriends and ultimately my wife and our own family.
I have a particular affinity with the area in a rough triangle between Sandown, Bembridge and Brading - many country walks and photographing wildlife..
Sadly, last time I went to Sandown it looked in serious need of a lick of paint, like many of our historic seaside towns.
Always thought I would end up retiring to the Island, but my wife doesn't quite share my affection.
As it stands we are across the water in Poole.
Sorry, none of this is any help to you, but you triggered a bout of nostalgia in me.2 -
Sillybilly said:LargeAddick said:Six-a-bag-of-nuts said:Have had a sentimental attachment to the Island ever since I first went to Whitecliff Bay with the School in 1965.
Been countless times since with family, mates, girlfriends and ultimately my wife and our own family.
I have a particular affinity with the area in a rough triangle between Sandown, Bembridge and Brading - many country walks and photographing wildlife..
Sadly, last time I went to Sandown it looked in serious need of a lick of paint, like many of our historic seaside towns.
Always thought I would end up retiring to the Island, but my wife doesn't quite share my affection.
As it stands we are across the water in Poole.
Sorry, none of this is any help to you, but you triggered a bout of nostalgia in me.
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Sillybilly said:LargeAddick said:Sillybilly said:LargeAddick said:Six-a-bag-of-nuts said:Have had a sentimental attachment to the Island ever since I first went to Whitecliff Bay with the School in 1965.
Been countless times since with family, mates, girlfriends and ultimately my wife and our own family.
I have a particular affinity with the area in a rough triangle between Sandown, Bembridge and Brading - many country walks and photographing wildlife..
Sadly, last time I went to Sandown it looked in serious need of a lick of paint, like many of our historic seaside towns.
Always thought I would end up retiring to the Island, but my wife doesn't quite share my affection.
As it stands we are across the water in Poole.
Sorry, none of this is any help to you, but you triggered a bout of nostalgia in me.
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Out of interest, Why IoW @Sillybilly ?
looks really lovely mate and understand retreating somewhere further out, but off the mainland feels like hassle to me.1 -
LargeAddick said:Six-a-bag-of-nuts said:Have had a sentimental attachment to the Island ever since I first went to Whitecliff Bay with the School in 1965.
Been countless times since with family, mates, girlfriends and ultimately my wife and our own family.
I have a particular affinity with the area in a rough triangle between Sandown, Bembridge and Brading - many country walks and photographing wildlife..
Sadly, last time I went to Sandown it looked in serious need of a lick of paint, like many of our historic seaside towns.
Always thought I would end up retiring to the Island, but my wife doesn't quite share my affection.
As it stands we are across the water in Poole.
Sorry, none of this is any help to you, but you triggered a bout of nostalgia in me.
Not sure about living there though - too full of grockles in summer and maybe too dead off-season.
What is it that appeals about Ventnor? My memory is of a sheer climb in and out of town.0 -
AFKABartram said:Out of interest, Why IoW @Sillybilly ?
looks really lovely mate and understand retreating somewhere further out, but off the mainland feels like hassle to me.
change. A bit of a risk with any move I suppose but if we hadn’t done it we’d always have wondered......7 -
Best of luck to you mate
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AFKABartram said:Best of luck to you mate1