Eyebrow Posted June 7, 2017 Report Share Posted June 7, 2017 So as the title suggests, myself and 4 others will be getting the 05:00 coach from the O2, London. we are likely to be getting there much earlier due to logistics, my question is, are there any bars that stay open until the early hours? would much rather find a spot for a few celebratory drinks rather than standing around waiting. Surely due to the time of the coach there are plenty of others in a similar boat? otherwise we just have an impromptu party... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hugh Jass Posted June 7, 2017 Report Share Posted June 7, 2017 There are a few places in the O2 complex nearby that are open late, however I'm not sure how late they stay open on a Tuesday night. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hugh Jass Posted June 7, 2017 Report Share Posted June 7, 2017 Depending on what time you get there The Pilot Inn just over the road from the car park is pretty good. Although I'd be shocked if it opened later than 11pm. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
verrymerry Posted June 7, 2017 Report Share Posted June 7, 2017 I don't think the O2 will be open before 5am nor the Pilot. Take some snacks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hugh Jass Posted June 7, 2017 Report Share Posted June 7, 2017 5 minutes ago, verrymerry said: I don't think the O2 will be open before 5am nor the Pilot. Take some snacks! The Pilot definitely won't be open, I live in the area and go there a fair bit on my way home from work. Was thinking more if there were getting later earlier the night before. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tommy101 Posted June 7, 2017 Report Share Posted June 7, 2017 If you want 24 hour opening (or very late at least) in a place you don't really know, nearby casinos can be a good shout. Saved me a few times when I've missed the last train home and a lot cheaper than accommodation Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eyebrow Posted June 7, 2017 Author Report Share Posted June 7, 2017 7 minutes ago, Tommy101 said: If you want 24 hour opening (or very late at least) in a place you don't really know, nearby casinos can be a good shout. Saved me a few times when I've missed the last train home and a lot cheaper than accommodation yep the casino route has saved me in London a few times! Im only coming from Canterbury, however I think the latest our lift will drop us down is around 02:00. hmm. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jyoung Posted June 7, 2017 Report Share Posted June 7, 2017 (edited) Lived not too far from this area last whilst at university and also did the coach trip from there around that time last year. Coincidentally we've swapped see coaches for national express this year and are leaving at 5am but from Victoria. You won't find much to do around the O2 at 5 in the morning my friend and you don't want to be lugging your bags around Greenwich or anything like that. There will almost definitely be people there though, in the exact same position as you. Just hang out and enjoy the buzz! Edited June 7, 2017 by jyoung Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deadendfriends8 Posted June 7, 2017 Report Share Posted June 7, 2017 6 minutes ago, Eyebrow said: yep the casino route has saved me in London a few times! Im only coming from Canterbury, however I think the latest our lift will drop us down is around 02:00. hmm. Big up the Kent crew Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mjsell Posted June 7, 2017 Report Share Posted June 7, 2017 (edited) bring a football and get a game organised. Plenty of space to do so. Always nice to start a week long festival by getting sweaty and tired. Edited June 7, 2017 by mjsell Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brain yolk! Posted June 7, 2017 Report Share Posted June 7, 2017 I'm on the same coach with four other mates. I see no reason why we can't bring a few tinnies along for a pre-coach party! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eyebrow Posted June 7, 2017 Author Report Share Posted June 7, 2017 Sorted! Football and beers it is! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stretch112 Posted June 7, 2017 Report Share Posted June 7, 2017 Yeah I'm on the same coach on my own. Will be there with beers for a pre-coach party Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adamski Posted June 7, 2017 Report Share Posted June 7, 2017 Looks like Brooklyn bowl is closed at the moment which is in the o2, and indigo2 hasn't got anything on that night. Only places that might have been open a bit later. Sainsburys is a couple of minutes on the bus down the road, and open until midnight for any last minute supplies, last time I was in they had some camping gear. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
verrymerry Posted June 7, 2017 Report Share Posted June 7, 2017 The Emirates Dangleway isn't even open at that time If it's not wet or too cold you could have a wander over to the River and.... have a look? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
verrymerry Posted June 7, 2017 Report Share Posted June 7, 2017 Just now, adamski said: Looks like Brooklyn bowl is closed at the moment which is in the o2, and indigo2 hasn't got anything on that night. Only places that might have been open a bit later. Sainsburys is a couple of minutes on the bus down the road, and open until midnight for any last minute supplies, last time I was in they had some camping gear. Unless they opened another they've closed the Saindburys down (the one next to B&Q) it's going to be an Ikea! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adamski Posted June 7, 2017 Report Share Posted June 7, 2017 2 minutes ago, verrymerry said: Unless they opened another they've closed the Saindburys down (the one next to B&Q) it's going to be an Ikea! There's one around the corner now, the other side of Asda. And I'd forgotten about Asda. It's open 24 hours. If anyone does decide to go down there, it's a bit of a walk, or a bus ride. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eyebrow Posted June 7, 2017 Author Report Share Posted June 7, 2017 Well whatever happens it's good to know there will be a bunch of over-tired over-excited ladies and gents impatiently waiting with us! we'll have a blast. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jyoung Posted June 7, 2017 Report Share Posted June 7, 2017 2 minutes ago, adamski said: There's one around the corner now, the other side of Asda. And I'd forgotten about Asda. It's open 24 hours. If anyone does decide to go down there, it's a bit of a walk, or a bus ride. Yeah that Asda and Sainsburys in an option, there's a McDonalds down there too but that area is definitely a good forty minute walk there and back. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tommy101 Posted June 7, 2017 Report Share Posted June 7, 2017 50 minutes ago, Eyebrow said: Sorted! Football and beers it is! The premise of fun with best friends that you've only just met is far more Glastonbury than my suggestion. Ignore my previous post! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brain yolk! Posted June 7, 2017 Report Share Posted June 7, 2017 One thought - assume most of you will be getting taxis to the 02. If you're in a group of 4 or 5 what kind of taxi are you going to order? Just thinking... group of friends + shitload of bags, tents, crates etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alibear Posted June 7, 2017 Report Share Posted June 7, 2017 The only option I can think of around there is the bar at the new Intercontinental Hotel behind the arena. I was there till about 2-3am after a conference a few weeks ago. It's pricey but you get some pretty views! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brain yolk! Posted June 12, 2017 Report Share Posted June 12, 2017 On 6/7/2017 at 2:32 PM, brain yolk! said: One thought - assume most of you will be getting taxis to the 02. If you're in a group of 4 or 5 what kind of taxi are you going to order? Just thinking... group of friends + shitload of bags, tents, crates etc. Don't suppose anyone has any ideas on the best option here? Called some minibus companies in London and they're quoting me £100+ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jyoung Posted June 12, 2017 Report Share Posted June 12, 2017 (edited) 5 minutes ago, brain yolk! said: Don't suppose anyone has any ideas on the best option here? Called some minibus companies in London and they're quoting me £100+ Where are you getting your taxi from? Can you not just get a six or seven seater taxi and pile it all in the back with you and your gang? Uber XL is up to six passengers but I don't know whether you'll get one around your area at that time in the morning on a Weds. You'd want a back up plan. Edited June 12, 2017 by jyoung Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brain yolk! Posted June 12, 2017 Report Share Posted June 12, 2017 Just now, jyoung said: Where are you getting your taxi from? Can you not just get a six or seven seater taxi and pile it all in the back with you and your gang? Cheers mate. About 5 miles away in North East London. I think that's probably a solid option, yeah. Tried bringing a load of bits in an Uber before and they kicked off. Can't be doing with that at 4 in the morning... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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