TRAVEL

Firstly we would like to thank all supporters who used the OSC coach transport to Exeter last weekend.  We are sure that the majority of you will agree that it was a successful trip despite the result. However we would like to take this opportunity to apologise to those supporters who travelled on Bus 1.

It has come to light that one individual appeared to be highly intoxicated and became abusive and threatening to fellow passengers and OSC representatives. We do not condone such actions and behaviour such as this will not be tolerated. Any perpetrators will be banned from future travel with the OSC.  We do not want to tarnish the fantastic reputation that our supporters have.

The OSC representatives who travelled on the coaches are volunteers who give up their own time to make sure that all supporters have a smooth and enjoyable journey.  They do not need to be subjected to abuse.  The same can be said for fellow passengers.

We are all travelling to away games with the same sole purpose, to support the Ospreys and have a good time, and we want to this to take place in a safe and inclusive environment on all trips

Thexetere OSC will be running a day trip to Exeter for round 6 of the Champions Cup.  The price for the bus is just £20 per person (there are no discounted rates available sorry for children, OAPs, season ticket holders or ex players) – please make sure you sort out your own match tickets!  You can buy match tickets via the Ospreys website here

Book your seats pre or post match in the Riverside Bar & 2003 Lounge or via email annette@ospreyssupportersclub.com

Departure times are confirmed as shown below

Could we politely request that all those who are travelling on the coaches on Sunday please wait before boarding the coaches.  Your representative will make you aware of what coach you are on.
This is especially applicable to those leaving from the Liberty where the majority are boarding. We are very tight on numbers and therefore do not want confusion if you board the wrong coach.

Area Time Pick up point
Swansea 08:30 Liberty Stadium
Neath 09:00 Train Station
Port Talbot 09:30 Train Station
Bridgend 10:00 McArthur Glen Cinema Bus Stop
Cardiff 10:30 Services Cardiff Gate
Newport 11:00 Ibis Hotel Brynglas Tunnels Junction
Break 1 hour up to midday
Exeter Arrival 13:30 – 14:00 for 15:15 KO
Depart 1 hour after final whistle

We’ve had this invite from the Chief’s supporters club…

“For our European fixture at Sandy Park Sunday 24 January 15.15 KO. Exeter Chiefs Supporters Club would like to invite travelling  Ospreys Supporters Club Members to a Reception in The Wigwam Bar in The Stadium at Sandy Park from approximately 13.15” 

HOW can you turn down an offer like that?  No Reservations required……  I’ll get my coat

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The pick up points and times are as follows:

Port Talbot train station (bus stop outside station) 11:05 pick up depart 11:10

Neath Train Station 11:25 depart 11:30

Liberty Stadium ticket office 11:55 depart midday

PLEASE NOTE THAT THERE IS NO PARKING AVAILABLE AT THE LIBERTY STADIUM DUE TO THE FOOTBALL BEING HELD THERE THAT DAY.

Arriving at Parc y Scarlets approx 1pm

We will be departing one hour after final whistle approximately 4:45pm.

Scarlets v OspreysPlease ensure you are there for the pick up time as we want all parties on the coach ready for the departure time.
We are on a strict time schedule and will not wait for any late parties.

The early pick up times are due to the traffic issues around PYS on this date and so need to ensure we have sufficient time to get there before the game.

 

grd_logo_unionbordeauxbeglesAs has become customary on our European travels, the OSC have arranged a pre and post match meeting place for those supporters travelling to Bordeaux.

We will be using ‘The Connemara’ as our base during our stay in France. The Connemara is an Irish pub and is only a short distance from the Ibis Hotels where many of our supporters are staying.

Supporters are more than welcome to use the venue throughout Friday, although the OSC probably won’t be in attendance until the evening.

FLAGOn Saturday, we will be meeting from around 2.00pm where it is hoped we will have hand flags to give out to supporters courtesy of the Ospreys. This should give us a visual impact in the stadium.

This is a MASSIVE game for us, and the boys need us all to be on top form. We need to back the boys vocally so we hope you’ll all be in fine voice!

OLE, OLE, OLE, OSPREYS! OSPREYS!

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The Connemara, 14-18 Cours Albret, 33000 Bordeaux, France

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For anyone travelling to Parc Y Scarlets on Boxing Day, the OSC will have be putting on coach travel for this event.

Pickup points in Bridgend, Port Talbot, Neath & Swansea

Times and exact locations will be confirmed closer to the date.

Price: £10 per person

Tickets are available from the OSC in the Riverside Bar pre and post match at all home games leading up to the game.9255686-large

 

To everyone who is travelling to the game this Friday, we have been extended an invite by the
supporters club at Malone Rugby Football Club.

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Malone is the closest rugby club and bar to Ulster ground Kingspan Stadium who have in the past invited and welcomed Toulon to our club and more recently Glasgow Warriors supporters. This is a great place to socialise and more importantly give visiting fans a base whilst visiting Belfast.

Directions

Kingspan (Ravenhill to the old hands) you get the 6A metro bus (they are pink) this departs from SS Moores Sports shop in the city centre just down from City Hall. To go to Malone you can get off at the B&M bargain shop and the club is just up the road that runs adjacent to the shop (Gibson Park).

Wonky Sheep have now released details for away travel to our two group games in France!wonky sheep

Clermont Auvergne 21st-23rd November 2015

Return flights from Birmingham, Bristol or London via Paris

2 night’s hotel with Breakfast

(Train from Paris to Clermont and flights from Birmingham to Lyon with train transfer to Clermont will be available soon)

From £265 per person based on sharing

Bordeaux 18th-20th December 2015

Return flights from London

2 night’s hotel with Breakfast

From £125 pp based on 2 sharing

These are live prices and subject to change dependent on flights

For terms and conditions and full details visit the website  wonkysheep.co.uk/ospreys

Wonky Sheep Events are exclusively responsible for services in co-ordinating Supporters away travel arrangements as advertised on various websites. 

The Ospreys Supporters Club (OSC) accepts no liability in relation to the services offered by Wonky Sheep Events or any failure to supply such services.  

wonky sheepWe have once again teamed up with Wonky Sheep to arrange travel and hotel packages for some of our away games.

The first three are all for Pro 12 fixtures but keep an eye out for the European trip as soon as the dates are confirmed
If you are interested please you can contact Wonky Sheep directly:

Telephone: 01792 925805

Website link : wonkysheep.co.uk/ospreys

Please note that all of these prices do not include match tickets or transfers.  The price is live due to the flights and we would therefore strongly recommend you to book  early to avoid any price increases on the flights.
Ulster
  • Fly lunchtime Fri 4th Sept from Bristol to Belfast
  • 1 night in hotel with breakfast
  • Return early Saturday (07:30) It’s the only flight back
  • Price per person from £150 based on 2 sharing. Single occupancy from £190
Edinburgh
  • Fly very first thing or mid-afternoon Fri 2nd Oct from Bristol to Edinburgh
  • 1 night in hotel with breakfast
    Return early Saturday (09:00) It’s the only flight back
  • Price per person from £145 based on 2 sharing. Single occupancy from £190
Glasgow
  • Fly lunchtime Sat 31st Oct from Bristol to Glasgow
  • 1 night in hotel with breakfast
  • Return Sunday evening
  • Price per person from £155 based on 2 sharing. Single occupancy from £18
Wonky Sheep Events are exclusively responsible for services in co-ordinating Supporters away travel arrangements as advertised on various websites. 
The Ospreys Supporters Club (OSC) accepts no liability in relation to the services offered by Wonky Sheep Events or any failure to supply such services.