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50 years ago McDonald's opened in Woolwich
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Do they still serve the big breakfast in England? Got discontinued herestockportaddick said:Not a lover of McDonald's burgers but am partial to their sausage, egg and cheese breakfast muffins.
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Technically, the comma in the opening sentence absolves Guinness of the accusation.RaplhMilne said:
Don’t want to pee on the parade but 13th November 1974 50 years ago today. Was a Wednesday, not a Saturday. I looked it up , because I was sure I went first day to McDonalds. But, I worked in Woolwich Equitable, which was Monday to Friday job.guinnessaddick said:I had McDonald’s on the day, it opened. I went with my mates to Saturday morning pictures at the ABC, Ronald McDonald was there giving out vouchers, I had a beef burger, fries & a root beer.0 -
What do you mean by 'brexit'?SporadicAddick said:
Tell me Plum, are the British and Irish farmers likely to be affected by Brexit or the border issue in your opinion?seth plum said:Speaking purely personally I think McDonalds is vile, even dangerous chite, only to be had when desperate. They call their establishments ‘restaurants’ and their fodder ‘meals’ for goodness sake, and advertise as if they are in some way wholesome.
There was a time not that long ago when some parents of babies just going on to solids would blend their McDonalds leftovers to mush and feed their babies on it! It was a ‘meal’ after all doncha know, and advertised emphasising any lettuce or tomatoes and so therefore ‘wholesome’ they had contracts with ‘British and Irish’ farmers they said to make it seem gently pastoral coming from these green and pleasant islands.
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My post did not mention vegetarianism or veganism.bobmunro said:seth plum said:Speaking purely personally I think McDonalds is vile, even dangerous chite, only to be had when desperate. They call their establishments ‘restaurants’ and their fodder ‘meals’ for goodness sake, and advertise as if they are in some way wholesome.
There was a time not that long ago when some parents of babies just going on to solids would blend their McDonalds leftovers to mush and feed their babies on it! It was a ‘meal’ after all doncha know, and advertised emphasising any lettuce or tomatoes and so therefore ‘wholesome’ they had contracts with ‘British and Irish’ farmers they said to make it seem gently pastoral coming from these green and pleasant islands.
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Maybe you missed the first three words of my post.Bedsaddick said:
Bore off . Do you have to ruin ever thread you comment in?seth plum said:Speaking purely personally I think McDonalds is vile, even dangerous chite, only to be had when desperate. They call their establishments ‘restaurants’ and their fodder ‘meals’ for goodness sake, and advertise as if they are in some way wholesome.
There was a time not that long ago when some parents of babies just going on to solids would blend their McDonalds leftovers to mush and feed their babies on it! It was a ‘meal’ after all doncha know, and advertised emphasising any lettuce or tomatoes and so therefore ‘wholesome’ they had contracts with ‘British and Irish’ farmers they said to make it seem gently pastoral coming from these green and pleasant islands.
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They are poking you with a stick, smile politely and walk on by.seth plum said:
My post did not mention vegetarianism or veganism.bobmunro said:seth plum said:Speaking purely personally I think McDonalds is vile, even dangerous chite, only to be had when desperate. They call their establishments ‘restaurants’ and their fodder ‘meals’ for goodness sake, and advertise as if they are in some way wholesome.
There was a time not that long ago when some parents of babies just going on to solids would blend their McDonalds leftovers to mush and feed their babies on it! It was a ‘meal’ after all doncha know, and advertised emphasising any lettuce or tomatoes and so therefore ‘wholesome’ they had contracts with ‘British and Irish’ farmers they said to make it seem gently pastoral coming from these green and pleasant islands.
Supersize me.
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Always thought it was first day opening, on the Saturday, now have to tell my daughter that I didn’t go to it on opening day. I told her a few times over the years.RaplhMilne said:
Don’t want to pee on the parade but 13th November 1974 50 years ago today. Was a Wednesday, not a Saturday. I looked it up , because I was sure I went first day to McDonalds. But, I worked in Woolwich Equitable, which was Monday to Friday job.guinnessaddick said:I had McDonald’s on the day, it opened. I went with my mates to Saturday morning pictures at the ABC, Ronald McDonald was there giving out vouchers, I had a beef burger, fries & a root beer.2 -
I remember going in there on the way back from a game (train to Woolwich Arsenal and then 51 bus from Woolwich to Sidcup) when it first opened with my Dad. He described the chips as tasting like "cardboard".1
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I don’t mind a maccys when in the mood, their breakfast menu is the best bit.
If I fancy a fast food burger it’s Wimpy for me. Mr Ahmet has owned the one up Bexleyheath for donkeys, and he hasn’t aged a day, so prefer to support his business. Plus you can’t beat a bit of Wimpy special sauce.7 -
Loved the Wimpy in Woolwich. A night in the Valley pub, and a Wimpy on the way home.1
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I remember the local advertising for this exciting new kind of 'family restaurant' that was about to arrive in the UK via Woolwich. I went look at the place and its menu on the opening day and was unimpressed.1
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Did the same but with the one in Greenwich, which became a Starburger and now something else.usetobunkin said:Loved the Wimpy in Woolwich. A night in the Valley pub, and a Wimpy on the way home.0 -
That's my claim to fame with my learners! The first McD's in the UK and I was a first day customer!
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OMG… I started going to Bexleyheath Wimpey over 50 years ago. An to this day it looks like the same owner/manager. All my mates say the same it’s quite spooky, either he is the exact copy of his Grandfather and Father…. Or he is a candidate for an AREA 52 mystery.ValleyGary said:I don’t mind a maccys when in the mood, their breakfast menu is the best bit.
If I fancy a fast food burger it’s Wimpy for me. Mr Ahmet has owned the one up Bexleyheath for donkeys, and he hasn’t aged a day, so prefer to support his business. Plus you can’t beat a bit of Wimpy special sauce.
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Yeah I think there is a father and son (the son being around 60 now). I actually played football with the grandson. Really nice family and think a couple of the daughters work in there still as well.RaplhMilne said:
OMG… I started going to Bexleyheath Wimpey over 50 years ago. An to this day it looks like the same owner/manager. All my mates say the same it’s quite spooky, either he is the exact copy of his Grandfather and Father…. Or he is a candidate for an AREA 52 mystery.ValleyGary said:I don’t mind a maccys when in the mood, their breakfast menu is the best bit.
If I fancy a fast food burger it’s Wimpy for me. Mr Ahmet has owned the one up Bexleyheath for donkeys, and he hasn’t aged a day, so prefer to support his business. Plus you can’t beat a bit of Wimpy special sauce.1 -
If i remember most Wimpy's in South London were run by Italian's0
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I wish we could have a referendum on you, it certainly wouldn't be 52/48seth plum said:
What do you mean by 'brexit'?SporadicAddick said:
Tell me Plum, are the British and Irish farmers likely to be affected by Brexit or the border issue in your opinion?seth plum said:Speaking purely personally I think McDonalds is vile, even dangerous chite, only to be had when desperate. They call their establishments ‘restaurants’ and their fodder ‘meals’ for goodness sake, and advertise as if they are in some way wholesome.
There was a time not that long ago when some parents of babies just going on to solids would blend their McDonalds leftovers to mush and feed their babies on it! It was a ‘meal’ after all doncha know, and advertised emphasising any lettuce or tomatoes and so therefore ‘wholesome’ they had contracts with ‘British and Irish’ farmers they said to make it seem gently pastoral coming from these green and pleasant islands.
Supersize me.
I'd be interested in your thoughts.
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I wonder what motivates this post.Huskaris said:
I wish we could have a referendum on you, it certainly wouldn't be 52/48seth plum said:
What do you mean by 'brexit'?SporadicAddick said:
Tell me Plum, are the British and Irish farmers likely to be affected by Brexit or the border issue in your opinion?seth plum said:Speaking purely personally I think McDonalds is vile, even dangerous chite, only to be had when desperate. They call their establishments ‘restaurants’ and their fodder ‘meals’ for goodness sake, and advertise as if they are in some way wholesome.
There was a time not that long ago when some parents of babies just going on to solids would blend their McDonalds leftovers to mush and feed their babies on it! It was a ‘meal’ after all doncha know, and advertised emphasising any lettuce or tomatoes and so therefore ‘wholesome’ they had contracts with ‘British and Irish’ farmers they said to make it seem gently pastoral coming from these green and pleasant islands.
Supersize me.
I'd be interested in your thoughts.2 -
The fries were so much better when they used beef dripping. I also think they've gone downhill since making you order using those screens. Made to order should make them better but I don't think they are- burgers are often over-cooked. Breakfast menu is good but last resort for anything else for me.0
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Hatred of foreigners obviously, just like everyone else who disagrees with you :-)seth plum said:
I wonder what motivates this post.Huskaris said:
I wish we could have a referendum on you, it certainly wouldn't be 52/48seth plum said:
What do you mean by 'brexit'?SporadicAddick said:
Tell me Plum, are the British and Irish farmers likely to be affected by Brexit or the border issue in your opinion?seth plum said:Speaking purely personally I think McDonalds is vile, even dangerous chite, only to be had when desperate. They call their establishments ‘restaurants’ and their fodder ‘meals’ for goodness sake, and advertise as if they are in some way wholesome.
There was a time not that long ago when some parents of babies just going on to solids would blend their McDonalds leftovers to mush and feed their babies on it! It was a ‘meal’ after all doncha know, and advertised emphasising any lettuce or tomatoes and so therefore ‘wholesome’ they had contracts with ‘British and Irish’ farmers they said to make it seem gently pastoral coming from these green and pleasant islands.
Supersize me.
I'd be interested in your thoughts.1 - Sponsored links:
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You posted that there should be a referendum on me because of your hatred of foreigners.Huskaris said:
Hatred of foreigners obviously, just like everyone else who disagrees with you :-)seth plum said:
I wonder what motivates this post.Huskaris said:
I wish we could have a referendum on you, it certainly wouldn't be 52/48seth plum said:
What do you mean by 'brexit'?SporadicAddick said:
Tell me Plum, are the British and Irish farmers likely to be affected by Brexit or the border issue in your opinion?seth plum said:Speaking purely personally I think McDonalds is vile, even dangerous chite, only to be had when desperate. They call their establishments ‘restaurants’ and their fodder ‘meals’ for goodness sake, and advertise as if they are in some way wholesome.
There was a time not that long ago when some parents of babies just going on to solids would blend their McDonalds leftovers to mush and feed their babies on it! It was a ‘meal’ after all doncha know, and advertised emphasising any lettuce or tomatoes and so therefore ‘wholesome’ they had contracts with ‘British and Irish’ farmers they said to make it seem gently pastoral coming from these green and pleasant islands.
Supersize me.
I'd be interested in your thoughts.
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But you never ever miss an opportunity for disguised attacks on what you identify as "the left" so I think this isn't entirely honest, is it?Huskaris said:
Hatred of foreigners obviously, just like everyone else who disagrees with you :-)seth plum said:
I wonder what motivates this post.Huskaris said:
I wish we could have a referendum on you, it certainly wouldn't be 52/48seth plum said:
What do you mean by 'brexit'?SporadicAddick said:
Tell me Plum, are the British and Irish farmers likely to be affected by Brexit or the border issue in your opinion?seth plum said:Speaking purely personally I think McDonalds is vile, even dangerous chite, only to be had when desperate. They call their establishments ‘restaurants’ and their fodder ‘meals’ for goodness sake, and advertise as if they are in some way wholesome.
There was a time not that long ago when some parents of babies just going on to solids would blend their McDonalds leftovers to mush and feed their babies on it! It was a ‘meal’ after all doncha know, and advertised emphasising any lettuce or tomatoes and so therefore ‘wholesome’ they had contracts with ‘British and Irish’ farmers they said to make it seem gently pastoral coming from these green and pleasant islands.
Supersize me.
I'd be interested in your thoughts.3 -
I’m lovin it5
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Looks busier now.Scoham said:3 -
Wimpy was a proper treat when I was kid, don’t recall us ever eating out unless on holiday.We used to go to the one in Welling, remember being taken there after seeing the first Star Wars film at the Granada in 1977. Don’t think I had a better night out as a kid!8
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My grandads cousins wife (the lady on the left) worked there when it opened.
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I'm loving Dame Thora Hird in the middlePopIcon said:My grandads cousins wife (the lady on the left) worked there when it opened.9 -
I remember the whole family going on the first Saturday, aunts, uncles, the lot. I was young but seem to remember having to queue to get in because of all the hype. I certainly remember everyone being very disappointed by how small the regular burgers were and saying they'd stick to Wimpey and knives and forks!0
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I had two good experiences when I visited McD in Woolwich 3 days after it opened. I was under the impression that they opened this first branch with all American staff for their first week to get it off American style?
I remember being served by a pretty American girl who greeted me with "can I help you please". Never before had I heard that "welcome" with "please" added to it and I have never heard it since - anywhere.
I replied "just a hamburger please" and she smiled and walked away to get my order. When she came back she smiled again when she handed me my order she said "its not just a hamburger sir"
Charming and friendly service without being over the top.
PS For the record, I like McDonalds food although I do not eat it regularly but will look for it if I am caught out and need to grab a quick something to satisfy a growling stomach.5
