Barnet travel – Saturday

Barnet FC v Hereford United
Football League 2
Saturday 14th November 2009 KO 3.00pm
Underhill
Barnet
EN5 2DN
Phone 020 8441 6932

A version of Barnet FC was formed as long ago as 1888 and after various name changes and locations they settled at their present home, Underhill, in season 1907/8. The early years were spent as amateurs in the Athenian League where they were champions on six occasions and on a similar number, runners-up. Season 1965/66 saw them become semi-pro and join the Southern League where they operated with varying success including reaching the final of the Southern League Cup in 71/72, eventually losing to The Bulls 9-8 on penalties following two 2-2 draws. The seventies saw a number of London's "ex-stars" turn out for the Bees. A certain Jimmy Greaves chipped in with the odd 27 goals in 75/76 despite supposedly playing in midfield. Avid football forum readers may be aware of a Club being for sale just a short journey to the west of Barnet.

Bulls' fans are accommodated in part of the covered East Terrace with some seats provided in the Main Stand. Admission prices are somewhat difficult to understand but appear to be £20 for seats and £15 for the terrace. There are advance concession tickets available through HUFC offices (08442 761939) for over 60's, U18's and students at £12 along with U12.s at £8 for seating and terrace. However, the Official Barnet site says that no concessions are available for the terrace on matchday (hope I've got that right). Advance tickets are available until 12 noon on Friday.

HUISA – departs Radfords at 9.00am. Fare £18 (non-members £19).
FUNBUS – departs Radfords at 9.00am.

By Car: - Leave the M25 at Junction23 and at the roundabout, take the 4th exit onto the A1081 towards Barnet. At the next roundabout, 1.45 miles, take the 2nd exit onto St Albans Road – A1081. At traffic signals in Barnet take a right onto the A1000. Barnet FC is at the bottom (if you’ll pardon the expression) of Barnet Hill near the Junction of Station Road (A110). Car drivers must rely on Street Parking although; there may be spaces at High Barnet Underground Station (£2). Distance is between 130 and 140 miles depending on route. Postcode is EN5 2DN.

Alehouses – the traditional meeting place is The Old Red Lion just a short walk from Underhill but there are several others worthy of a mention. In particular, Ye Olde Monken Holt at 193 High Street and The Mitre at 58 High Street have both received good reviews and offer a selection of good ale and food. The local ‘Spoons is The Railway Bell at 13 East Barnet Road (near New Barnet Station) while a short walk from The Old Red Lion (passed the Cinema) will take you to The Weaver and The Queens. Others worth a look are The Green Dragon in St Albans Road and The Lord Nelson on West End Lane.

There is a cracking chip shop about three doors from The Weaver (with The Old Red Lion behind you, turn right and walk down passed the cinema about 2/300 hundred yards).

Enjoy.

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