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Post by srdcymru on Feb 18, 2016 11:59:50 GMT
How many of us are staying in Valenciennes for the England game?? There is 9 of us split into the Ibis and Premmiere Classe Hotels.
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Post by jonnylitts on Feb 18, 2016 12:12:27 GMT
Group of 8 of us will be.
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Post by jamaro on Feb 18, 2016 15:39:05 GMT
2 of us in the IBIS
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Post by miskinblue on Feb 18, 2016 18:24:38 GMT
12 of us in the ibis
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Post by gwernybwch on Feb 18, 2016 20:21:56 GMT
Hi all,
I've been to Valciennes a few times, so I thought that I would post the following info -
I think that V is a good choice in comparison to the carnage that will be in Lens and Lille. V has a nice main square with a few good bars and brasseries. It good tram system which goes to the edge of the city in places.
Ibis Hotel
Probably one of their nicest Ibis' that I have stayed in and close to a park, but probably about a 20 min walk to the main square. I don't think that the tram system goes close to the hotel, so you will have to either walk or grab a taxi. There doesn't seem to be much traffic in the city so I wouldn't of thought that a taxi from the train station to the hotel would have been any more than 10 euros. There aren't many (if any) bars or restaurants nearby, so you will have to head into town to eat / drink.
Getting to Lens / Lille
There are ticket machines in the train station, so buying train tickets to Lens shouldn't create any issues.The times that I've been to Valenciennes the trains to Lens have run every 45 minutes to an hour. With trains to Lens via Lille a little more frequently. There are two train stations in Lille; Lille Flanders - the station for French trains (except Eurostar) and Lille Europe - the station for the Paris to Brussels Eurostar line. There about a 15 min walk away from each other. The trains to V from Lille will leave from Lille Flanders.
Getting to V from Belgium
If your going to V from Belgium you can take a Belgian railway to the border town of Quievrain. The train line stops there and then it is about a 15-20 min drive to V from there. If you do that, I think that you might need to book a taxi in advance.
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Post by jamaro on Feb 19, 2016 10:08:01 GMT
Sounds like there will be a good group of us heading into Lens together.
Are most people looking to head back to Valenciennes after the game for beers as opposed to hanging around in Lens?
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Post by trevorcloud on Feb 19, 2016 10:09:38 GMT
10 of us Radnorshire contingent booked in Ibis. That's about 40 already just on this thread!
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Post by trevorcloud on Feb 19, 2016 10:14:19 GMT
Sounds like there will be a good group of us heading into Lens together. Are most people looking to head back to Valenciennes after the game for beers as opposed to hanging around in Lens? See how it goes on the day but will probably want to get away from Lens fairly sharpish after the game. Depends how many plastic chairs are left intact, might not be anywhere to sit! |
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Post by jamaro on Feb 19, 2016 10:16:39 GMT
Sounds like there will be a good group of us heading into Lens together. Are most people looking to head back to Valenciennes after the game for beers as opposed to hanging around in Lens? See how it goes on the day but will probably want to get away from Lens fairly sharpish after the game. Depends how many plastic chairs are left intact, might not be anywhere to sit! Hah, my thoughts exactly. |
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Post by srdcymru on Feb 19, 2016 10:41:55 GMT
I would have thought heading back into Lens will be a sensible option...sounds like there will be a good crack there. Looking forward.
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Post by Ant on Feb 19, 2016 18:15:52 GMT
Another 4 of us in the Ibis too!! Should be a good crack between us all
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Post by onthewaytofrance on Feb 19, 2016 23:42:54 GMT
i will be in lille for duration i would rather wear a turban turban than a rose , win or loose have a booze in lens , come on wales .
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Post by jamaro on Mar 4, 2016 11:55:16 GMT
Does anyone know if we can get train tickets for Valenciennes to Lens on the day or is it best to book in advance? Anyone booked theirs?
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Post by Ant on Mar 4, 2016 14:15:41 GMT
Does anyone know if we can get train tickets for Valenciennes to Lens on the day or is it best to book in advance? Anyone booked theirs? I'm tempted to book in advance, not sure how much/any difference it will make though.
Looking at what's available at the moment online, the 08:34 looks best as it's direct (avoid changing train in Lille or Arras where a lot of others are staying). However, downside is getting into Lens quite early where there isn't much going on
Would be good to hear what everyone else's thoughts are too
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Post by srdcymru on Mar 4, 2016 14:47:24 GMT
We have been looking at this. Could be a good idea to get a taxi/mini bus as the direct trains don't look like ideal times. Don't fancy swapping trains in Lille where the crowds are going to be rather large.
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Post by Exile Jack on Mar 4, 2016 15:41:38 GMT
I am staying in campsite near Valenciennes and will be on the train to Lens on the day of the England game. 0834 sounds good to me, first at the bar or bars!
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Post by wibber on Mar 5, 2016 9:58:28 GMT
Another option is a nice town called Kortrijk just over the Belgian border. Ibis £70 for twin room. Easiest travel option is to get a taxi (approx. €100 each way). Beer is far better than in France!
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Post by jamaro on Mar 8, 2016 23:30:14 GMT
The train times back from Lens don't look too encouraging. Any IBIS chaps up for getting some minibuses/taxis back after the game?
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Post by Ant on Mar 9, 2016 10:23:12 GMT
The train times back from Lens don't look too encouraging. Any IBIS chaps up for getting some minibuses/taxis back after the game? Absolutely think a minibus/taxi will be the best way of doing it. Can get in and out without too much hassle then, unlike the trains I'd imagine
Definitely interested in this
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Post by jamaro on Mar 9, 2016 12:10:56 GMT
The train times back from Lens don't look too encouraging. Any IBIS chaps up for getting some minibuses/taxis back after the game? Absolutely think a minibus/taxi will be the best way of doing it. Can get in and out without too much hassle then, unlike the trains I'd imagine
Definitely interested in this
Yup. Got a feeling the train station is going to be a nightmare after the game |
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Post by jonnylitts on Mar 10, 2016 10:16:41 GMT
The train times back from Lens don't look too encouraging. Any IBIS chaps up for getting some minibuses/taxis back after the game? Do you think? From SNCF site: www.sncf.com/en/passengers 16h25 16h39 17h25 17h36 18h25 19h25 01h02 01h21 01h01 01h24 01h01 01h01 |
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Post by jonnylitts on Mar 10, 2016 10:19:56 GMT
Absolutely think a minibus/taxi will be the best way of doing it. Can get in and out without too much hassle then, unlike the trains I'd imagine
Definitely interested in this
Yup. Got a feeling the train station is going to be a nightmare after the game The guys on the other thread have been quoted 250 euros for a 8 seater minibus from Lille. Valenciennes is nearly double the distance (34km vs 60km) Has anyone got a quote? |
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Post by jamaro on Mar 10, 2016 11:22:04 GMT
The train times back from Lens don't look too encouraging. Any IBIS chaps up for getting some minibuses/taxis back after the game? Do you think? From SNCF site: www.sncf.com/en/passengers 16h25 16h39 17h25 17h36 18h25 19h25 01h02 01h21 01h01 01h24 01h01 01h01 My mistake! I thought the match was later in the day. 18h25 and 19h25 should be easy enough to catch. |
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Post by radnorboy61 on Mar 10, 2016 16:18:18 GMT
Three more Radnor Boys booked into Valenciennes yesterday !
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Post by radnorboy61 on Apr 4, 2016 21:17:06 GMT
Just wondering if any of you guys have sorted out travel from Valenciennes to Lens for the game yet as there are three of us looking for best way to do this ? looks like direct trains are the 8.34 or 9.34 , would be glad of any information or ideas you may have !
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Post by majorraglan on Apr 4, 2016 21:56:22 GMT
Guys There are regular services between Valenciennes and Lens and vice versa, some services take an hour and some take almost 2hours?  . SNCF advance purchase tickets are currently on sale at €12 each way, I think advance purchase is cheaper than on the day but am not 100% on that. Enjoy the game. |
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Post by radnorboy61 on Apr 4, 2016 23:12:46 GMT
The trains that take an hour are direct , the others you have to change in Lille , I think ! Or at least go via Lille , which could be a bit of a bottle neck !
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Post by miskinblue on Apr 5, 2016 4:01:17 GMT
Have asked for a quote for a 30 seater leaving Valenciennes at 8.30 and returning at 18.00, will post any quotes as I receive them.
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Post by miskinblue on Apr 5, 2016 7:50:29 GMT
Have a quote for a 40 seater for €1200 leaving at 9.30 returning at 18.00. If there is enough interest I will book this. I have 12 to start. If anyone is interested I can be contacted by e mail on keithed1727@gmail.com with numbers.
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Post by jonnylitts on Apr 26, 2016 6:52:47 GMT
Does anyone know if we can get train tickets for Valenciennes to Lens on the day or is it best to book in advance? Anyone booked theirs? I'm tempted to book in advance, not sure how much/any difference it will make though.
Looking at what's available at the moment online, the 08:34 looks best as it's direct (avoid changing train in Lille or Arras where a lot of others are staying). However, downside is getting into Lens quite early where there isn't much going on
Would be good to hear what everyone else's thoughts are too
They've now put on a direct train at 12.34 which takes an hour. That will be perfect timing. Get there with enough time to soak up the atmosphere but not be stuck there for hours. |
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. SNCF advance purchase tickets are currently on sale at €12 each way, I think advance purchase is cheaper than on the day but am not 100% on that. Enjoy the game.