Eddie M

taper Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > It would be useful to know how the business model > at Dulwich Hamlets FC works. Anyone know? Do > they rely on income from the bar, or from when the > bar is rented out? > > Although I am ambivalent about the status of the > bar and club, I would hate for anything to happen > that damaged the sustainability of the football > club. Taper - I am Chair of The Dulwich Hamlet Supporters' Trust, which is completely independent of the club, so only know the broad position. Basically, the pure football side of Club loses money - just like every non-league club nowadays. At a recent public meeting the club estimated the losses at more than ?2,000 a week. The Club then attempts to offset these losses with income from the Health Club, the bar (including functions) and the Greendales artificial pitches. In today's Southwark News there is an article on the subject in which Councillor Barber and Dulwich Hamlet's owner Nick McCormack are both quoted. The latter is quoted as saying "If we lost the licence, we might as well close down. But I don't think our licence will be revoked. They will be looking at our hours, our security and our CCTV and there may be certain conditions put on us. But we understand that the police have recommended this after the tragic incident". I obviously have an interest the club not losing one of its income streams , but would echo the posts that suggest it would be disproportionate for the club to lose its licence over this (rather than have conditions put on it). As the Southwark News mentions, the violence was 'sparked by a group of teenagers from outside the local area who gate-crashed the event'.

You could try Hoopers on Ivanhoe Road. Nick the barman is a QPR fan and there are three screens - so I'd be surprised if it weren't on in the back bar at least (Plus they serve ace beers)

This press report refers to both http://www.mirror.co.uk/news/top-stories/2011/01/30/one-teenager-stabbed-to-death-and-another-shot-after-london-birthday-party-fight-115875-22884890/

Heber open today 9.30 - 2.00pm. Parent text message on the way.

The Headteacher has confirmed that Heber will be closed today. Unfortunately there is currently a technical problem with the text messaging service to parents which they are trying to sort out.

Mr Block (Headteacher) has confirmed that Heber is planning to open as usual. Parents will be texted if this changes.

Yes it was a false alarm - all checked out by the Fire Brigade. Heber will be open as usual tomorrow.

Dear Mlteenie, I think that it is mine. I have pm'd you. Thank you very much, Eddie

Would add my concern to that expressed by Miacis. Was crossing the road at this junction with my 2 children today (11 and 9) and it's really tricky. Because the traffic comes down LL on the 'wrong' side, I ended up having to grab my older one from the path of an oncoming car because he only looked the obvious way down the road and started to step out. It shook me up, particularly because he's out on his own more frequently now.

It's good to hear that people enjoyed it so much. Likewise I converted from watching higher level football after moving here in the late 90s - it's suprising how many people do so, once they 'discover' it and give it a try. There are certainly no glory hunters (!) just locals - or people who used to be locals - enjoying the football and a few beers. Just to emphasise the point on prices - the club have cut admission by 25% this season (from ?8 to ?6) which I think brings it much more into line with what I would say is good value for the quality of football played. Over 60s and 12-16 year olds are just ?2 and accompanied children under 12 are free. Season tickets are also cheap as chips. Details are on the link below (ignore the 'ticketing page on the website which has the old prices). http://www.dulwichhamletfc.co.uk/news-story.php?ID=701 In case people don't know, the club were one of the great teams of amateur football's golden age from the 1920s to 1950s attracting five figure crowds to a massive ground where Sainsbury's now is - the history page from the club's website below may be of interest to those who would like to know more. http://www.dulwichhamletfc.co.uk/history.php Hopefully with more local support they can have a brighter future too.

I was worried about the same thing with my daughter. I don't think Upper Circle is too far away but I think an aisle seat is a good idea - and suggest not the front row (or you'll be fretting about having to hang over the edge). Rather than book online, I'd also recommend ringing the box office and explaining that you're taking a child so that they can find you good seats. My daughter went to see Sound of Music when she was 6 (present from my mum) and it worked fine to be up high - you might want to take a cushion or make sure you have some coats to sit on just in case.

DulwichResident Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > Important to also realise that the Lib Dem > leaflets contain a direct LIE when they claim that > only they can beat Labour in Dulwich and West > Norwood. > > At the last election the Lib Dems came 2nd with > Tories close behind in 3rd. Since then there have > been boundary changes which put the Tories in 2nd! > I found this out on BBC.co.uk. > > Basically both Tories and Lib Dems could beat > Labour!!! I too don't mind political leaflets as long as they don't contain complete porkies. Biggest factual whopper spotted so far came from LDs last week which published the results of polls taken after the second leaders deabate and prominently quoted the scores from the Times as Clegg 49%, Cameron 34% Brown 17%. The actual result of the Times/Populus poll was Cameron 37%, Clegg 36%, Brown 27%. These scores are shown at the end of the attached link (hopefully)- as you can see, none of the polls quoted are anywhere near the LD numbers. Perhaps not so squeaky clean? http://timesonline.typepad.com/election10/2010/04/poll-watch-five-polls-so-won-the-second-leaders-debate.html#more

I imagine that schools will vary depending on where their staff live.

Yes - Heber definitely having to close today. Parents being notified via new text service.

Yes - Heber open.