Monkey Tennis Posted January 13, 2017 Share Posted January 13, 2017 5 minutes ago, Mr X said: For a Premiership stadium the parking is rubbish, especially when theres another one literally a stone throw away. It would take less time to walk between the two stadiums than it would to your car. That's not something to be criticised. The ground wasn't designed for your convenience. Give me a town/city centre ground any day, rather than one next to a B&Q and fourteen roundabouts (circles). The fact that you get two so close together in Dundee is one of Scottish football's most delightful quirks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homer Thompson Posted January 13, 2017 Share Posted January 13, 2017 1 minute ago, Monkey Tennis said: That's not something to be criticised. The ground wasn't designed for your convenience. Give me a town/city centre ground any day, rather than one next to a B&Q and fourteen roundabouts (circles). The fact that you get two so close together in Dundee is one of Scottish football's most delightful quirks. I've nothing against either stadium but for two such big stadiums the absolute lack of parking is really poor. For some people, its a necessity rather than a convenience. Neither club even offers reasonable disabled parking. It really is something to be criticised Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skyline Drifter Posted January 13, 2017 Share Posted January 13, 2017 12 minutes ago, Mr X said: Is there parking in the Primary school? Pretty sure we've parked there before for Dundee games That where the officials from clubs, refs etc park for United games. Think you need to have a pass or be on a list. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monkey Tennis Posted January 13, 2017 Share Posted January 13, 2017 2 minutes ago, Mr X said: I've nothing against either stadium but for two such big stadiums the absolute lack of parking is really poor. For some people, its a necessity rather than a convenience. Neither club even offers reasonable disabled parking. It really is something to be criticised Well that's probably a fair point. Your initial post however, did appear to focus on the inconvenience posed for those capable of walking. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigmouth Strikes Again Posted January 13, 2017 Share Posted January 13, 2017 If your driving through head for the Snug Bar, there's free parking in the car park next to it, that's where I park when going to Dens, its about a three minute walk to tannadump as well. Thank you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homer Thompson Posted January 13, 2017 Share Posted January 13, 2017 Just now, Monkey Tennis said: Well that's probably a fair point. Your initial post however, did appear to focus on the inconvenience posed for those capable of walking. It did and yes that is, at worst, an inconvenience. An inconvenience, though, that Im sure gives plenty of people an excuse not to go. In this day and age its below most peoples expectations Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monkey Tennis Posted January 13, 2017 Share Posted January 13, 2017 1 minute ago, Mr X said: It did and yes that is, at worst, an inconvenience. An inconvenience, though, that Im sure gives plenty of people an excuse not to go. In this day and age its below most peoples expectations Is there a great deal that can realistically be done about it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homer Thompson Posted January 13, 2017 Share Posted January 13, 2017 Just now, Monkey Tennis said: Is there a great deal that can realistically be done about it? Parking in general? I've no idea. Theres a bunch of allotments next to the ground, doubt anyone would miss those. In terms of disabled parking, we were told there were limited spaces on North Isla street, but they are first come first served and fill up by about 1.30. I think they could definitely be doing a lot more than that. I thought the point of this place was to have a good whinge about stuff not come up with solutions Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1320Lichtie Posted January 13, 2017 Share Posted January 13, 2017 Park in North Ellen Street. Rocked up at 7.30 on the night United played Hibs and got parked no bother. It's a 3 minute walk tops. The talk about a lack of parking is a nonsense there's plenty if you know where to go. Eta: do this regularly too by the way. Still amazes me that people will circle around Clepington Street/Primary, Wolseley Street and Court Street looking for a spot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monkey Tennis Posted January 13, 2017 Share Posted January 13, 2017 8 minutes ago, Mr X said: Parking in general? I've no idea. Theres a bunch of allotments next to the ground, doubt anyone would miss those. In terms of disabled parking, we were told there were limited spaces on North Isla street, but they are first come first served and fill up by about 1.30. I think they could definitely be doing a lot more than that. I thought the point of this place was to have a good whinge about stuff not come up with solutions Absolutely. I've never ever even suggested a solution for anything, let alone implemented such a thing. I'm guessing you might have a point regarding disabled parking. Otherwise, tough luck. You can park near enough and old buggers need their allotments. They're almost as joyous an urban sight as a football ground. Allotments that is; not old buggers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior_Coconut Posted January 14, 2017 Share Posted January 14, 2017 48 minutes ago, Mr X said: I thought the point of this place was to have a good whinge about stuff not come up with solutions Do they really need two grounds in such close proximity? Surely NCP would make an offer to the smaller club. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArabianKnight Posted January 14, 2017 Share Posted January 14, 2017 1 hour ago, 1320Lichtie said: Park in North Ellen Street. Rocked up at 7.30 on the night United played Hibs and got parked no bother. It's a 3 minute walk tops. The talk about a lack of parking is a nonsense there's plenty if you know where to go. Eta: do this regularly too by the way. Still amazes me that people will circle around Clepington Street/Primary, Wolseley Street and Court Street looking for a spot. It fucking drives residents batty too. Ive came close to losing my shit a few times trying to get the kids out of the car whilst double parked and folk are right up your arse. Doesn't help half the fuds that try and park here don't know how to park properly either Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hk blues Posted January 14, 2017 Share Posted January 14, 2017 Do they really need two grounds in such close proximity? Surely NCP would make an offer to the smaller club. And then Dundee could rake in rent from Utd to let them use Dens Park...not a bad idea. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stumigoo Posted January 14, 2017 Share Posted January 14, 2017 I don't think the parking is that bad at Tannadice or Dens(it does help if you know where to go). I'd echo the suggestion of the car park across from the Snug. I'm definitely a fan of stadiums where you have to search for parking and end up some strange road before winding your way through random streets on the way to the ground. It is definitely one of the quirks of Scottish football I enjoy.The disabled parking is fairly decent I thought? The cars on North Isla Street past the bollards is for people with badges is it not? It's a decent space and can hold a fair few cars. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BIGdavieT Posted January 14, 2017 Share Posted January 14, 2017 15 hours ago, stumigoo said: The Pheonix or The Trades in the city centre would be my recommendation. Edit: For food then it has to be the Pheonix. Cheers Pal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billyqos Posted January 14, 2017 Share Posted January 14, 2017 Bigdaviet - you'll not be alone!! There's a busload from the New Bazaar (and a few "extras") from the Centre Belt/stopover crew heading for a "pre-match meal"!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pull My Strings Posted January 14, 2017 Share Posted January 14, 2017 10 hours ago, Mr X said: No, I meant the opposite end of the ground where the away end is. Although, to be fair Ive no idea how easy it is to park around there. How far down Sandeman Street do they close off? Those streets are half a mile away! For a Premiership stadium the parking is rubbish, especially when theres another one literally a stone throw away. It would take less time to walk between the two stadiums than it would to your car. Is there parking in the Primary school? Pretty sure we've parked there before for Dundee games Away teams are getting moved around this season depending on the support. Right enough if it's your expectation to be able to park right on the doorstep then you'll be disappointed. 'Less time to walk between the two stadiums'. What an observation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pull My Strings Posted January 14, 2017 Share Posted January 14, 2017 10 hours ago, Mr X said: I've nothing against either stadium but for two such big stadiums the absolute lack of parking is really poor. For some people, its a necessity rather than a convenience. Neither club even offers reasonable disabled parking. It really is something to be criticised There's specifically allocated disabled parking immediately outside the ground on North Isla Street. Edit: I see you've already ready mentioned North Isla Street. There's space for about thirty cars at least, probably more. The suggestion that it's full by 1.30 doesn't sound right either. There's still folk parking there when I pass at quarter to three most games. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skyline Drifter Posted January 14, 2017 Share Posted January 14, 2017 Pitch inspection 11:45 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homer Thompson Posted January 14, 2017 Share Posted January 14, 2017 Do they really need two grounds in such close proximity? Surely NCP would make an offer to the smaller club. I was wrong. This IS the place for solutions. It fucking drives residents batty too. Ive came close to losing my shit a few times trying to get the kids out of the car whilst double parked and folk are right up your arse. Doesn't help half the fuds that try and park here don't know how to park properly either I hadn't even thought of residents. You won't even get a break like you would at most other grounds. There's specifically allocated disabled parking immediately outside the ground on North Isla Street. Edit: I see you've already ready mentioned North Isla Street. There's space for about thirty cars at least, probably more. The suggestion that it's full by 1.30 doesn't sound right either. There's still folk parking there when I pass at quarter to three most games. I'm just quoting what I was told by the club before the first game of the season - first come first served and usually full by 1.30. To be honest, that did seem strange as I doubt that many home fans turn up that early. If what you say is true then maybe the issue isn't with the parking but the information from the club. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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