That may be because all the stacked trams had been used to remove the vermin. Trust me at the cricket ground they are lined up ready for the final whistle (and 15 minutes before)The only consolation for me is that the metro outside Old Trafford Cricket Ground is no quicker.
Even after being kept inside the ground for 30 minutes the other week, it was still at least another 40 minutes before I boarded the tram
After the world cup final in 2013 it was still rammed 1.5 hrs after the game, I had a torn a tendon so went to the quadrant and came back after an hour and still had to wait 30mins. They also would not let people off the platform who wanted to leave, it was bizarre.That may be because all the stacked trams had been used to remove the vermin. Trust me at the cricket ground they are lined up ready for the final whistle (and 15 minutes before)
But the Rags have a choice of four different metro lines with stations at Old Trafford, Wharfside, Trafford Bar, and Exchange Quay so the service is much better than the Etihad. There are also multiple other stations they can use on those four separate lines.The only consolation for me is that the metro outside Old Trafford Cricket Ground is no quicker.
Even after being kept inside the ground for 30 minutes the other week, it was still at least another 40 minutes before I boarded the tram
I can only assume that was a one off and why they would kettle you I have no idea.After the world cup final in 2013 it was still rammed 1.5 hrs after the game, I had a torn a tendon so went to the quadrant and came back after an hour and still had to wait 30mins. They also would not let people off the platform who wanted to leave, it was bizarre.
When they use the turnstiles there is no way of getting out until they stop using them as they only work one way.I can only assume that was a one off and why they would kettle you I have no idea.
I have posted before but occasionally I have taken a disabled person, Chelsea being the highest profile match, I have never had a problem. Re Chelsea as we approached I saw a tram leave so thought I would be there for ages, nope as soon as it pulled out another arrived with one behind it clearly in view.
We are treated far differently with no explanation.
Can we add a poll, is the metrolink on a match day:
- Shocking
- Average
- Good
Bastards, didn't realise thatWhen they use the turnstiles there is no way of getting out until they stop using them as they only work one way.
Prediction for next Saturday:Todays prediction for our ultra modern public transport system = Utter shite.
Prediction for Tuesday nights game = Even worse.
I didn't know skeletons could get on trams. Bit much having a service just for them - I call that discrimination.Just on a team from Piccadilly and they said to be aware that there was only a skeleton service on the way back after the game. So be prepared to walk. Who knows if we will notice much difference
I retract my thanks, they were utter shite after the game. Three double trams to Eccles, a double tram to Bury, two doubles to Trafford Bar. Then guess what eventually a single unit to Altrincham, the utter cunts.Miracle today, direct tram from Altrincham to the Etihad. Thank you Metrolink.
Work from homeShit show again today - waited virtually 30 mins in Picc Station for the Alty tram to then all be squeezed on to a single tram. In the mean time about 6 trams came in from the ground. It would appear they were making the Alty tram wait at the siding to prioritise getting the trams through from the stadium. The lack of double trams on the Alty line is scandalous.
Yep it was positively treacherous! I almost came a cropper on the platform but luckily for me a kind person caught me and scooped me up before I hit the deck! I was so shocked I didn’t even thank the guy so if you are reading this - big shout out to ya fella!!Yeah it was a long queue but I think it was to stop too many people being in the platform as it was slippy as fuck..they didn't grit the platform or the stairs.