Bubblewrap 3,815 Posted September 17, 2015 Report Share Posted September 17, 2015 We get most of Goose fair in Loughborough in November in the town centre I avoid the place like the plague if I can. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Posted September 17, 2015 Report Share Posted September 17, 2015 Even though I live in Tipp now,I have timed a trip to tie in Goose Fair quite often,up to the mid- eighties I found myself nosing around the back of rides to look at tractor units or see what lorry was driving a ride. Herself used to laugh at my anorak japes.. She munching on a toffee apple and me kopping Guy Warriors or Atkinson's.Always found it electric!! Must be my relatives influence creeping in. I remember going to a fortune teller at the fair,pinned on the caravan door was a sign:"3 questions, £5". I went in and said " you're pricey aren't ya?".."next question", she said. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Ashley 288 Posted September 18, 2015 Report Share Posted September 18, 2015 Nowt to do with goose fair but son and his wife took grandchildren (2 girls) to legoland free for adults but £45 for each girl and a pint of beer plus glass of red wine £16.50 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Michael Booth 7,364 Posted September 18, 2015 Report Share Posted September 18, 2015 That sounds expensive for a kids day out, Ashley. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
benjamin1945 16,160 Posted September 29, 2015 Report Share Posted September 29, 2015 Serving Ale this year !............is this a 1st? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
TBI 2,351 Posted September 29, 2015 Report Share Posted September 29, 2015 Possibly not, benjamin. I wouldn't be surprised if ale was served about six hundred years ago. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
FLY2 10,108 Posted September 29, 2015 Report Share Posted September 29, 2015 God almighty, that's all we need. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
benjamin1945 16,160 Posted September 29, 2015 Report Share Posted September 29, 2015 Yes talked to a bloke this morning who was setting it up with Real Ales,....seem to remember the council turned down applications previously, Quote Link to post Share on other sites
TBI 2,351 Posted September 29, 2015 Report Share Posted September 29, 2015 Might be the odd Nottstalgian trudging down then. Is it near a tram route? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
benjamin1945 16,160 Posted September 29, 2015 Report Share Posted September 29, 2015 On it Quote Link to post Share on other sites
radfordred 6,284 Posted September 29, 2015 Report Share Posted September 29, 2015 Nip in the air, bit crisp, it's almost goose fair weather. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
NewBasfordlad 3,599 Posted September 29, 2015 Report Share Posted September 29, 2015 ^^^^^^^^^Yep mist on the moon tonight too. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mick2me 3,033 Posted October 1, 2015 Report Share Posted October 1, 2015 The past few days it has been like summer. 1st October, this morning was misty... 'Goose Fair Weather' Quote Link to post Share on other sites
carni 10,094 Posted October 1, 2015 Report Share Posted October 1, 2015 Same here and all these miles away. What did hubbs say to me as he opened the curtains this morning." Proper Goose Fair Weather today." "And he in't even one of us". 5 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
benjamin1945 16,160 Posted October 1, 2015 Report Share Posted October 1, 2015 YOU'VE brainwashed him over the years 'carnie' 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Posted October 1, 2015 Report Share Posted October 1, 2015 Bert Holland,my relation used to leave us on the whip or waltzers to attract others. Loved the dive bomber,won a UFO single on hook a duck..followed the band ever since. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
crankypig 457 Posted October 3, 2015 Report Share Posted October 3, 2015 I can't believe they are selling alcohol at goose fair! So are they going on rides with a skin full,wouldn't like to be standing underneath when they puke up. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BilboroughShirley 1,120 Posted October 3, 2015 Report Share Posted October 3, 2015 #302 I notice the wheel clamp on the cash machine vehicle. Is this so nobody hijacks it or is it parked in the wrong place an about to get a ticket? 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
FLY2 10,108 Posted October 4, 2015 Report Share Posted October 4, 2015 I looked in vain for the little stall selling seafood, but to no avail. I love my whelks and cockles. Never mind, I settled for a roast pork , stuffing and apple sauce cob, followed by a bowl of mushy peas. Then after more searching in vain for the seafood, I had a tray of sweet and sour chicken and rice. On the way home, a pint of refreshing Amstel at the Grosvenor. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Moody cow 87 Posted October 4, 2015 Report Share Posted October 4, 2015 Not been the typical rainy weather this year. What used to get with goose fair Went a walk round yesterday and took some photos with my camera. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Blondie 1,392 Posted October 4, 2015 Report Share Posted October 4, 2015 Was away last week, but got to see the Goose Fair this evening for a while, just had a walk around and soaked up the atmosphere, I have always loved it..............People come on trips from all over everywhere to spend time here, we are lucky to have such an event here in Nottingham.......... 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
radfordred 6,284 Posted August 23, 2016 Report Share Posted August 23, 2016 Blimey not be long now? mushy peas & mint sauce toffee apples big dipper guess your age wall of death Do you sit @ the front or @ the back? 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Posted August 23, 2016 Report Share Posted August 23, 2016 Cock on a stick? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
sue B 48 1,226 Posted August 23, 2016 Report Share Posted August 23, 2016 #308 The front The lady on the left in the front puts a hole new meaning to "hang on to your hat" The two sitting 3 cars back look like they are sucking a lemon. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
katyjay 5,091 Posted August 23, 2016 Report Share Posted August 23, 2016 The one on the right is saying, honestly Daphne, is one supposed to enjoy this? 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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