Shipstones Ale Is Back

[Fan of Big Tone]

This probably won't interest anyone other than @super_ram http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-nottinghamshire-23225105

 

 

It will be great to have a pint of good old Shippo's, it was a bit like marmite you either love it or hate it. For my part I loved it but it had to be kept right by a good landlord otherwise it was rank.

 

Anyone else remember Shippo's it was brewed at Basford and bit the dust in the 70's I think.

 

Welcome back old friend.

[GrannyPie]

Ooh,Super will be pleased,you've probably made his day Tony.

[Chris]

I think it's pretty cool, the building had a blimp over it awhile back. I wonder why?

Not that I'd bother trying it, beer isn't my drink. It's important none the less especially when someone known locally, returns in such fashion. It's a bit like comparing Wham bars for to me. I just hope you guys aren't disappointed!

[liampie]

never heard of them, if you pair like it that is great.

[Fan of Big Tone]

never heard of them, if you pair like it that is great.

You're too young Liam you have to be an old fogey like me and @super_ram, when I was your age I was drinking Shippos and mini skirts and hot pants were all the rage. Mind you I never looked good in either

[Fan of Big Tone]

I think it's pretty cool, the building had a blimp over it awhile back. I wonder why?

Not that I'd bother trying it, beer isn't my drink. It's important none the less especially when someone known locally, returns in such fashion. It's a bit like comparing Wham bars for to me. I just hope you guys aren't disappointed!

You don't like beer? Super Ram hasn't done a very good job bringing you up has he?

What is your tipple Joe? Just so I know what to order when I buy you a drink in the MLSB.

[super_ram]

tonyhateleyIt will be great to have a pint of good old Shippo's, it was a bit like marmite you either love it or hate it. For my part I loved it but it had to be kept right by a good landlord otherwise it was rank.

 

Granny and me used to go in The Devonshire Arms in Alfreton before we were married.This was a Shippo's house and served a great pint. As with all beer it had to be kept well ( Offilers, the Derby brew was another) When we started going in pubs ,my mates and I soon found out the best places for a decent pint.

 

As for Joe and my other son,Will, well what can I say .It's their choice what they drink.(They don't know what they're missing).At least they drink sensibly-quantity not quality!

Thanks for letting me know,Tony

[Chris]

You don't like beer? Super Ram hasn't done a very good job bringing you up has he?

What is your tipple Joe? Just so I know what to order when I buy you a drink in the MLSB.

I like things like WKD, Smirnoff Ice, Bacardi Breezer, Kopparberg. (I don't drink often though - not very often at all)

I also like Whiskey, prefer it on it's own but don't mind it with ice. Proper Vodka (typically Russian) and I have a thing for Taboo. I can't blame GrannyPie for that, I'm really glad she introduced it to me and it's possibly the only one listed above I'd drink repeatedly. I tend to change between

[super_ram]

  tonyhateleyWhat is your tipple Joe? Just so I know what to order when I buy you a drink in the MLSB.

 

Sara Hughes Dark Ruby, please if your offering,Tony.I haven't had that in years or any proper drink.

If I'm buying what's yours?

[Chris]

  tonyhateleyWhat is your tipple Joe? Just so I know what to order when I buy you a drink in the MLSB.

 

Sara Hughes Dark Ruby, please if your offering,Tony.I haven't had that in years or any proper drink.

If I'm buying what's yours?

I need you to come to Rayo with me Dad, tickets been paid for. It was originally for @Joe Jones but he can't make the game now, so hopefully you will come to the lane with me again.

[super_ram]

Tuesday 23rd July?I'm at the hospital the next day but its not 7.30 this time  so I may condescend to accompany you. At least it wont be as cold as last time.

[Chris]

Tuesday 23rd July?I'm at the hospital the next day but its not 7.30 this time  so I may condescend to accompany you. At least it wont be as cold as last time.

I hope you do and I believe that is the correct date.

Lovely out yesterday, you will enjoy it.

[super_ram]

Let me know how much the ticket cost so that I can re-imburse the other Joe.I'll be able to give my honest assessment of Notts with 1st hand knowledge .

Who are Rayo,anyway? Is this Notts last match before the  new season?

[Chris]

No, I've paid for it.

Rayo Vallecano *face palm*

[super_ram]

I don't expect you to pay,,though it's very nice of you to offer.

[Chris]

I don't expect you to pay,,though it's very nice of you to offer.

Oh come on now, give over. I know you don't but your doing me a favour!

[super_ram]

How am I doing you a favour?

[upthepies]

Now there is a name I haven't heard for awhile, I always thought it were a shame that the brewery closed down and disappeared. Famous local landmark, used to go past regularly between making trips to and from Bulwell.