Crump99 4,476 Posted November 11, 2018 (edited) On 11/11/2018 at 9:08 AM, TonyE said: Unfortunately the future of virtually all tracks is at risk from 'developers'. The Showground in particular from what I have heard. The EoES has been under threat for 15 years or more since Mercer and his crew turned up and started selling off the land. I'm surprised that we've lasted so long as it's been a world of grief since he arrived (even though he's no longer in post). How under threat we are these days is open to question. I suppose that the landlords could say at any time that they just can't accommodate us in the shrinking Showground. Then there is the current situation around our Peterborough City Council Local Plan (LP30: East of England Showground 2016-2036). What's the current thinking on that. If we're affected then what's the timescale? Whatever the situation is, the higher profile the club has then the better chance it has of surviving long term. Edited November 12, 2018 by Crump99 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dontforgetthefueltapsbruv 10,706 Posted November 11, 2018 36 minutes ago, scoobydoo said: Thought swingers closed because Mario collected alot of the golf balls!! Seems strange that people who dont live anywhere near the Showground seem to know whats happening with everything more than people who live in and around Peterborough Perhaps we talk to people who talk to people.... Anyway Ged doesnt live near Peterborough and he knows whats going on (hopefully) 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
scoobydoo 2,254 Posted November 11, 2018 Logical that Ged knows, hes no doubt told the riders who have passed the info on so yes people have talked to people who know Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Flappy 1,605 Posted November 11, 2018 Sundays also affected the team Panthers can put on the track let's not forget that 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Crump99 4,476 Posted November 12, 2018 On 11/9/2018 at 10:05 PM, Flappy said: The rumours Buster Chapman as promoter and Rob Lyon as team manager appear to be getting stronger. Oh and premiership speedway Social media speculation suggests King’s Lynn owner Buster Chapman is the man set to purchase Panthers. Chapman is also the chairman of the BSPA management committee. Rathbone added: “There are a lot of opinions and rumours on the internet forums, but I am the only man in possession of the facts surrounding the sale of the club and at this stage absolutely nothing is confirmed.” peterboroughtoday.co.uk/sport/speedway/panthers/the-sale-of-peterborough-panthers-is-imminent 12/11/18 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dontforgetthefueltapsbruv 10,706 Posted November 12, 2018 It will be interesting to see who the new owner is not just of Peterborough but also the other clubs currently for sale New blood should be welcomed - perhaps there may be 1or 2 surprises that shake the sport up for the better Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ruffdiamond 6,115 Posted November 12, 2018 20 minutes ago, dontforgetthefueltapsbruv said: It will be interesting to see who the new owner is not just of Peterborough but also the other clubs currently for sale New blood should be welcomed - perhaps there may be 1or 2 surprises that shake the sport up for the better Are you aware of anybody capable of shaking things up ?,,, am sure there's plenty on here need a good shake 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Crump99 4,476 Posted November 12, 2018 (edited) 4 hours ago, dontforgetthefueltapsbruv said: It will be interesting to see who the new owner is not just of Peterborough but also the other clubs currently for sale New blood should be welcomed - perhaps there may be 1or 2 surprises that shake the sport up for the better Given that our last two owners were new and perhaps thought that they could shake up the sport, until that was that the cartel ground them down and allegedly nobbled them, then I wouldn't get your hopes up on the Panthers front! If it's succession from within then it'll be same as in most respects. Edited November 12, 2018 by Crump99 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Flappy 1,605 Posted November 14, 2018 Top level here we come 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jenga 2,998 Posted November 14, 2018 4 minutes ago, Flappy said: Top level here we come enjoy your 6 team league . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sully 274 Posted November 14, 2018 8 minutes ago, jenga said: enjoy your 6 team league . 7 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jenga 2,998 Posted November 14, 2018 5 minutes ago, Sully said: 7 6... you cant ride against yourselves ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dontforgetthefueltapsbruv 10,706 Posted November 14, 2018 (edited) You are safe - Busters deal is for the Witches!! https://twitter.com/ipswichspeedway/status/1062745443338256385?s=19 Edited November 14, 2018 by dontforgetthefueltapsbruv Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
zlata prilba 320 Posted November 14, 2018 (edited) 2 minutes ago, dontforgetthefueltapsbruv said: You are safe - Busters deal us fir the Witches!! Unless he snapped up both Boro and Ippo Edited November 14, 2018 by zlata prilba 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sully 274 Posted November 14, 2018 11 minutes ago, jenga said: 6... you cant ride against yourselves ! Still 7 teams in the league not 6... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites