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    Thread: In the hedges.
Post: RE: In the hedges.

(30-05-2023, 12:29 PM)captainsparkledotcom Wrote: Here's a pic I took with my box brownie at the 11th milestone, hedges may have grown since then! It was 30 years ago, ancient times! (Sorry Nick!)  ...
JAT TT Related Posts (Only) 25 101,825 30-05-2023, 01:58 PM
    Thread: In the hedges.
Post: RE: In the hedges.

H2pots, if I’m at Barregarrow Crossroads will I be right in thinking the Little London road should point me in the right direction for the 11th Milestone parking? I can’t reply in the normal manner to...
JAT TT Related Posts (Only) 25 101,825 30-05-2023, 01:55 PM
    Thread: Remembering DJ, 29th May 2003
Post: RE: Remembering DJ, 29th May 2003

How can it be 20 years ago! I was on a night shift when I heard the terrible news. RIP DJ.
JAT TT Related Posts (Only) 9 3,110 30-05-2023, 11:11 AM
    Thread: In the hedges.
Post: RE: In the hedges.

I like the look of the 11th. If I park in the field by Cronk Y Voddy am I able to walk down to it through the fields?
JAT TT Related Posts (Only) 25 101,825 30-05-2023, 11:08 AM
    Thread: In the hedges.
Post: RE: In the hedges.

Top of Barregarrow is my favourite, I’ll be there to watch the Superbike race on the Sunday. Ballacrye jump is awesome, I’ve never watched from Crosby jump so I may have a gander there this year. Sulb...
JAT TT Related Posts (Only) 25 101,825 26-05-2023, 09:38 PM
    Thread: Just booked for 2024
Post: RE: Just booked for 2024

(22-05-2023, 11:58 AM)Spartacus Wrote: Excellent system with the online booking now. I logged on at 0829 and booked the exact sailings I wanted at 0920. Had my breakfast waiting as I was given the e...
JAT TT Related Posts (Only) 14 12,744 22-05-2023, 12:07 PM
    Thread: Just booked for 2024
Post: RE: Just booked for 2024

On the phone at 0830, constant redial and finally booked at 1020. It’s worth all the hassle in the end. Roll on next Thursday!!
JAT TT Related Posts (Only) 14 12,744 22-05-2023, 11:36 AM
    Thread: TT 2024
Post: RE: TT 2024

(16-05-2023, 03:58 PM)Chris_Sav Wrote: Strange,I tried that before my call and got a message to say it was chargeable from mobiles, I ended the call quick! I’ve just this minute tried it again and i...
JAT General Discussion 14 5,918 16-05-2023, 06:16 PM
    Thread: TT 2024
Post: RE: TT 2024

Strange thing is the old number 01624 661661 still works. I used this when I phoned them the other day and 01624 doesn’t incur extra charges on a mobile.
JAT General Discussion 14 5,918 16-05-2023, 01:39 PM
    Thread: TT 2024
Post: RE: TT 2024

Does anyone have any idea of the cost to ring Steampacket via a mobile? I’ve got rid of my landline.
JAT General Discussion 14 5,918 16-05-2023, 10:35 AM
    Thread: TT 2024
Post: RE: TT 2024

I phoned them the other day and they confirmed Monday 22nd at 0830, can’t wait….. Let me go first please.
JAT General Discussion 14 5,918 16-05-2023, 10:30 AM
    Thread: Manxman Arrival Gets Closer
Post: RE: Manxman Arrival Gets Closer

Due to the Manxman being delayed my booking has automatically been transferred to the Ben, if anyone is thinking of upgrading to the Premium Lounge give SP a ring. I’ve just done it.
JAT General Discussion 78 24,403 09-02-2023, 12:42 PM
    Thread: STATEMENT ISSUED FROM THE ISLE OF MAN TT RACES
Post: RE: STATEMENT ISSUED FROM THE ISLE OF MAN TT RACES

Terrible news. RIP Mark.
JAT TT Related Posts (Only) 12 7,370 02-06-2022, 08:20 AM
    Thread: TT 2023 Booked!
Post: RE: TT 2023 Booked!

All booked thank god!
JAT TT Related Posts (Only) 23 20,081 23-05-2022, 10:33 AM
    Thread: TT 2023 Booked!
Post: RE: TT 2023 Booked!

I’ve finally got through on the phone, now on hold! I dread this every year, but worth it in the end.
JAT TT Related Posts (Only) 23 20,081 23-05-2022, 10:08 AM
    Thread: TT 2023 Booked!
Post: RE: TT 2023 Booked!

Same here! Bored already!
JAT TT Related Posts (Only) 23 20,081 23-05-2022, 09:12 AM
    Thread: TT 2023 Booked!
Post: RE: TT 2023 Booked!

Website or by phone Captain?
JAT TT Related Posts (Only) 23 20,081 23-05-2022, 09:00 AM
    Thread: DJ - 17 years ago
Post: RE: DJ - 17 years ago

I remember seeing him on the R1 in 98, he was tooting the horn at St Ninians as he went past. One of my all time favourite riders. Top lad. RIP DJ.
JAT TT Related Posts (Only) 8 9,999 02-06-2020, 08:11 AM
    Thread: Racing legend Tony Rutter sadly passes away
Post: RE: Racing legend Tony Rutter sadly passes away

Such sad news, RIP Tony.
JAT General Discussion 15 12,124 25-03-2020, 01:32 PM
    Thread: TT STAR OFFERING CORONAVIRUS RELIEF
Post: RE: TT STAR OFFERING CORONAVIRUS RELIEF

I echo that comment, top lad James
JAT General Discussion 5 5,564 22-03-2020, 08:34 PM
    Thread: Caley's General Stores to close in March
Post: RE: Caley's General Stores to close in March

Sad news indeed, we always called the shop Arkwrights. Lovely chap was Raymond.
JAT General Discussion 5 5,882 26-01-2020, 11:39 PM
    Thread: TT 2020 Ferry invoice received
Post: RE: TT 2020 Ferry invoice received

£694 for 2 people and the van, I can’t remember what we paid last year. Starting to get very expensive.
JAT General Discussion 10 10,521 22-11-2019, 10:32 PM
    Thread: TT website
Post: RE: TT website

And a big thanks from me Malcolm.
JAT TT Related Posts (Only) 20 22,225 10-06-2019, 09:19 AM
    Thread: Booking
Post: RE: Booking

I’ve just got off the phone after booking thank god. Constant redial since 0830, I got through once only for my house phone battery to die on me!! The lady on the other end said the system had crashed...
JAT General Discussion 18 17,080 20-05-2019, 12:18 PM
    Thread: RIP Keith flint
Post: RE: RIP Keith flint

Such sad news, I had a short chat with him a couple of years back on the Island. So friendly and humble, nothing like I expected him to be. RIP Keith.
JAT General Discussion 6 8,308 04-03-2019, 05:16 PM
    Thread: BRUCE ANSTEY
Post: RE: BRUCE ANSTEY

That’s good to see, top lad Bruce.
JAT Manx Grand Prix & Former Classic TT 9 16,083 25-08-2018, 08:18 AM
    Thread: William Dunlop tragically killed at Skerries 100 races
Post: RE: William Dunlop tragically killed at Skerries 1...

Such sad news, my thoughts are with his family and friends. RIP William.
JAT General Discussion 19 22,128 08-07-2018, 08:45 AM
    Thread: Statement issued on behalf of ACU Events Ltd
Post: RE: Statement issued on behalf of ACU Events Ltd

Lost for words. RIP Dan.
JAT Information, Press Releases etc & Your Comments 19 6,704 30-05-2018, 10:23 PM
    Thread: TT 2019 bookings open on Monday
Post: RE: TT 2019 bookings open on Monday

Just booked, no Senior but we get the Superbike race so happy. I was only on hold for 5 minutes which was better than usual. Keep trying everyone, you forget the pain once it’s booked.
JAT Information, Press Releases etc & Your Comments 36 28,269 21-05-2018, 11:01 AM
    Thread: TT 2019 bookings open on Monday
Post: RE: TT 2019 bookings open on Monday

2 hours of constant redial, still nothing. Pathetic.
JAT Information, Press Releases etc & Your Comments 36 28,269 21-05-2018, 10:31 AM
    Thread: TT 2019 bookings open on Monday
Post: RE: TT 2019 bookings open on Monday

Same #### as every other year. I’ve been pressing redial for 50 minutes, bored of this.
JAT Information, Press Releases etc & Your Comments 36 28,269 21-05-2018, 09:21 AM
    Thread: 'Ill' Bruce Anstey battling health issues
Post: RE: 'Ill' Bruce Anstey battling health issues

Keep your chin up Bruce, a fans favourite and rightly so.
JAT Information, Press Releases etc & Your Comments 9 4,599 12-04-2018, 07:32 AM
    Thread: Bruce Anstey
Post: RE: Bruce Anstey

Terrible news. Top rider and a man no one has a bad word to say about, keep your chin up Bruce.
JAT Information, Press Releases etc & Your Comments 2 2,116 11-04-2018, 08:02 AM
    Thread: BOOKINGS TO OPEN FOR STEAM PACKET COMPANY SAILINGS TO 2018 ISLE OF MAN TT
Post: RE: BOOKINGS TO OPEN FOR STEAM PACKET COMPANY SAIL...

Finally booked but not brilliant sailings. Friday 1st 0215 -Thursday 7th 0845. No Senior for the 4th year running, the next ferry after the Senior is Tuesday!!! Although we are in a van. Stay safe eve...
JAT TT Related Posts (Only) 42 56,779 29-05-2017, 11:05 AM
    Thread: BOOKINGS TO OPEN FOR STEAM PACKET COMPANY SAILINGS TO 2018 ISLE OF MAN TT
Post: RE: BOOKINGS TO OPEN FOR STEAM PACKET COMPANY SAIL...

Wonderful, keep at it. When I got through it said I had 17 mins to wait, I've now been on hold for 20 mins and it says I now have 19 to wait!!
JAT TT Related Posts (Only) 42 56,779 29-05-2017, 10:46 AM
    Thread: BOOKINGS TO OPEN FOR STEAM PACKET COMPANY SAILINGS TO 2018 ISLE OF MAN TT
Post: RE: BOOKINGS TO OPEN FOR STEAM PACKET COMPANY SAIL...

Leave it ringing, it will go to the options. It says I have 17 minutes to wait but that keeps going up, but at least I'm through.
JAT TT Related Posts (Only) 42 56,779 29-05-2017, 10:36 AM
    Thread: BOOKINGS TO OPEN FOR STEAM PACKET COMPANY SAILINGS TO 2018 ISLE OF MAN TT
Post: RE: BOOKINGS TO OPEN FOR STEAM PACKET COMPANY SAIL...

I've got through, now on hold!!!!
JAT TT Related Posts (Only) 42 56,779 29-05-2017, 10:26 AM
    Thread: BOOKINGS TO OPEN FOR STEAM PACKET COMPANY SAILINGS TO 2018 ISLE OF MAN TT
Post: RE: BOOKINGS TO OPEN FOR STEAM PACKET COMPANY SAIL...

(29-05-2017, 10:08 AM)Queenbee Wrote: ....and ring back not available on this number!!!!!!!! 2 hours constant redial! BORED!!!!!
JAT TT Related Posts (Only) 42 56,779 29-05-2017, 10:20 AM
    Thread: BOOKINGS TO OPEN FOR STEAM PACKET COMPANY SAILINGS TO 2018 ISLE OF MAN TT
Post: RE: BOOKINGS TO OPEN FOR STEAM PACKET COMPANY SAIL...

(29-05-2017, 09:35 AM)mattdebbie Wrote: I was on redial with two phones and online at same time Took me 30 mins online as it was so slow but managed to get booked by 09.15 so alls good 👍👍👍👍👍👍🏍 See ...
JAT TT Related Posts (Only) 42 56,779 29-05-2017, 09:41 AM
    Thread: BOOKINGS TO OPEN FOR STEAM PACKET COMPANY SAILINGS TO 2018 ISLE OF MAN TT
Post: RE: BOOKINGS TO OPEN FOR STEAM PACKET COMPANY SAIL...

Chrisp955, how did you get through? I have been on constant redial for an hour!!!!!! Lucky git!!
JAT TT Related Posts (Only) 42 56,779 29-05-2017, 09:26 AM
    Thread: BOOKINGS TO OPEN FOR STEAM PACKET COMPANY SAILINGS TO 2018 ISLE OF MAN TT
Post: RE: BOOKINGS TO OPEN FOR STEAM PACKET COMPANY SAIL...

I'm bored of this nightmare every year!!! Why can't we be given the option by email to say we want to book for next year, we've all been supporting the TT for many years and a loyalty bonus isn't too ...
JAT TT Related Posts (Only) 42 56,779 29-05-2017, 09:23 AM
    Thread: BOOKINGS TO OPEN FOR STEAM PACKET COMPANY SAILINGS TO 2018 ISLE OF MAN TT
Post: RE: BOOKINGS TO OPEN FOR STEAM PACKET COMPANY SAIL...

As I said before, I'm going first........please!
JAT TT Related Posts (Only) 42 56,779 29-05-2017, 08:16 AM
    Thread: Nicky Hayden in 'serious condition' after being hit by car in Italy
Post: RE: Nicky Hayden in 'serious condition' after bein...

My thoughts are with his family and friends, so sad. RIP Nicky.
JAT General Discussion 22 32,702 22-05-2017, 07:40 PM
    Thread: TT programme?
Post: RE: TT programme?

I picked mine up yesterday in WHS's, they weren't on display so I asked a staff member if they had them. She said they were keeping them out back as a lot were stolen in the past, they also only had t...
JAT General Discussion 6 10,486 20-05-2017, 08:24 PM
    Thread: Nicky Hayden in 'serious condition' after being hit by car in Italy
Post: RE: Nicky Hayden in 'serious condition' after bein...

My thoughts are with his family and friends, I don't think I have ever heard a bad word said about Nicky, he is one of lifes good guys. Keep fighting Nicky.
JAT General Discussion 22 32,702 18-05-2017, 08:04 PM
    Thread: TT programme?
Post: TT programme?

Does anyone know when the programme is on sale in WHSmith's? I popped in there today but no joy, I always get excited when I buy it as it means the TT is imminent!! Cheers
JAT General Discussion 6 10,486 15-05-2017, 07:39 PM
    Thread: BOOKINGS TO OPEN FOR STEAM PACKET COMPANY SAILINGS TO 2018 ISLE OF MAN TT
Post: RE: BOOKINGS TO OPEN FOR STEAM PACKET COMPANY SAIL...

I'm going first please!!!
JAT TT Related Posts (Only) 42 56,779 26-04-2017, 01:58 PM
    Thread: Tandragee - Critical crash rider named as Italian Dario Cecconi
Post: RE: Tandragee - Critical crash rider named as Ital...

Such sad news RIP Dario.
JAT Other Race Meetings - MotoGP, WSB & BSB, Irish Roads etc - 7 13,198 26-04-2017, 09:05 AM
    Thread: Road Racer: It's in My Blood by Michael Dunlop
Post: RE: Road Racer: It's in My Blood by Michael Dunlop

I wanted to wait until I was on the Island to buy this, just in case Michael was doing a book signing. I couldn't wait and I must say it is a superb read, Michael can be sullen at times but you realis...
JAT Miscellaneous For Sale 10 20,358 19-04-2017, 06:48 PM
    Thread: Sad News - Raymond Caley - R.I.P.
Post: RE: Sad News - Raymond Caley - R.I.P.

We used to pop in to say hello every TT, lovely man. Arkwright was our nickname for him, such sad news. RIP Raymond.
JAT General Discussion 6 11,373 13-04-2017, 10:05 AM