One unfortunate gentleman in High Wycombe, sporting a German national team football shirt on Sunday, was assaulted after leaving the Antelope Pub.
The 31-year-old man was punched but reportedly not injured following the game. Thought to be English, word on the web is that the man in question was making a nuisance of himself in the pub and revelling in England's 4-1 demise at the feet of arch-rivals, Germany.
We're a civilised folk here at Arm Chairs & Deck Chairs so we do not advocate groups of marauding hooligans assaulting members of the public for their footballing allegiances however perhaps this chap should have been more tactful given the sensitive nature of the game and distastrous outcome for England.
Pub manager Shane Mcdougall claimed staff offered him a different t-shirt to wear, an offer that was refused, and told him to leave for his own safety after he appeared to be getting a 'bit excited'.
In an ideal world, Wycombe fans would freely wear their colours in Oxford or Colchester pubs and vice versa but sadly this is not possible. No doubt the gentlemen knew the kind of trouble he was likely to encounter and whilst he didn't deserve to be assaulted, he probably went home knowing that it was not wholly unexpected, given his desire to not pursue any complaint.
Wednesday 30 June 2010
Tuesday 29 June 2010
Winton Carnival 2010
Winton Recreation Ground was the setting for the annual Winton Carnival, held on Saturday 26 June. The parade started out on Wimborne Road and went through the suburb with floats, buses, cheerleaders, men in Batman costumes and a plethora of local organisations represented.
With the perfect vantage point as the parade neared its conclusion on Maxwell Road before entering the Recreation Ground, it was fantastic to see such a well-organised and vibrant display of local colour considering the size of the suburb.
Into the main event itself and there was an impressive array of stalls and entertainment to keep everyone occupied. I managed to muster a 50mph best when attempting to break the 68mph record at the football 'speed shot' attraction.
I was also encouraged to go on the waltzer and the ride that involved standing in a cage whilst being rotated at great speed.
One issue I did have was that I thought I remembered the Carnival as being advertised as finishing at 10pm with live bands playing into the evening. There were some fantastic acts, especially the Cuban band, though they were playing throughout the afternoon and the Carnival appeared to wind down at about 7.30pm.
Nevertheless, it was another great day out and one which attracted thousands of visitors. The locals seem to actively embrace the event and long may it continue, a big thank you from Arm Chairs & Deck Chairs goes to the Carnival Committee and the Winton Community Forum for organising and supporting the festivities.
With the perfect vantage point as the parade neared its conclusion on Maxwell Road before entering the Recreation Ground, it was fantastic to see such a well-organised and vibrant display of local colour considering the size of the suburb.
Into the main event itself and there was an impressive array of stalls and entertainment to keep everyone occupied. I managed to muster a 50mph best when attempting to break the 68mph record at the football 'speed shot' attraction.
I was also encouraged to go on the waltzer and the ride that involved standing in a cage whilst being rotated at great speed.
One issue I did have was that I thought I remembered the Carnival as being advertised as finishing at 10pm with live bands playing into the evening. There were some fantastic acts, especially the Cuban band, though they were playing throughout the afternoon and the Carnival appeared to wind down at about 7.30pm.
Nevertheless, it was another great day out and one which attracted thousands of visitors. The locals seem to actively embrace the event and long may it continue, a big thank you from Arm Chairs & Deck Chairs goes to the Carnival Committee and the Winton Community Forum for organising and supporting the festivities.
Monday 7 June 2010
How Safe Do You Feel in Charminster?
Following a recent serious sexual assault on a 36 year-old Ringwood woman in Iddesleigh Road, Charminster, questions have been raised about the general safety of the area.
Iddesleigh Road itself flanks the cemetery and some of its pavements are obscured by the overhanging trees. The woman in question was subjected to the horrific attack on Sunday May 30 at around 5am.
Charminster's 'strip' of shops, clubs, bars and takeaways has people wandering up and down at all times of the day and night. As you venture into the labyrinthine streets, there are often people skulking around too.
Most of these people of course are completely innocent and are just going about their business however the area is known to be a haven for a criminal minority.
Brothels, drug dealers and an array of folk of ill repute all either exist or reside in the suburb and mix with the law abiders.
Locals know of these activities and some have expressed anger, fear, a sense of helplessness and a multitude of other emotions when describing the state of Charminster and the effect crime is having on the area.
Their feelings on walking in the area, day or night, are much the same. Whilst it can be an exciting, invigorating experience to spend an evening in cosmopolitan 'Charmy', there is also a sense of being on edge, especially if walking alone late at night.
Charminster's police community support unit urgently needs to reassure residents that the area is a safe place to visit and with the support of their colleagues, root out the undesirable element that is a blight on this otherwise exhilirating part of Bournemouth.
If you witnessed the attack on May 30 at around 5am or have any information regarding the man, call police on 01202 222222 or the free and anonymous Crimestoppers line, 0800 555 111.
Iddesleigh Road itself flanks the cemetery and some of its pavements are obscured by the overhanging trees. The woman in question was subjected to the horrific attack on Sunday May 30 at around 5am.
Charminster's 'strip' of shops, clubs, bars and takeaways has people wandering up and down at all times of the day and night. As you venture into the labyrinthine streets, there are often people skulking around too.
Most of these people of course are completely innocent and are just going about their business however the area is known to be a haven for a criminal minority.
Brothels, drug dealers and an array of folk of ill repute all either exist or reside in the suburb and mix with the law abiders.
Locals know of these activities and some have expressed anger, fear, a sense of helplessness and a multitude of other emotions when describing the state of Charminster and the effect crime is having on the area.
Their feelings on walking in the area, day or night, are much the same. Whilst it can be an exciting, invigorating experience to spend an evening in cosmopolitan 'Charmy', there is also a sense of being on edge, especially if walking alone late at night.
Charminster's police community support unit urgently needs to reassure residents that the area is a safe place to visit and with the support of their colleagues, root out the undesirable element that is a blight on this otherwise exhilirating part of Bournemouth.
If you witnessed the attack on May 30 at around 5am or have any information regarding the man, call police on 01202 222222 or the free and anonymous Crimestoppers line, 0800 555 111.
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