New fan zone?

Its the Bangladesh community centre behind the T L Dallas stand.
They have a sports hall and hard surface playing area . All in need of an update. Its a great idea for everyday use and by fans on matchdays. It will also build on the links between the club and their neighbours , grant funded as well.

 

It's just behind the Bradford End the other side of Holywell Ash Lane.

 

Needs to be licensed and recreate the atmosphere of 'Campbells bar' ..

 

Can't see it being licensed.

 

A lot of the local community don't drink alcohol for religious reasons, something that needs to be taken into acccount when trying to attract new fans.

 

Would a licensed premises be off putting considering they could just order soft drinks or does the religious aspect forbid then to enter premises that serve alcohol?

I'm just wondering if it could be an inclusive venue that tries to cater to all.

 

It's a few years ago but the last time I was in Akbar's up Leeds Road they served bottled beer, yet Mumtaz doesn't.

 

I don't have an answer, but I do know that it could possibly be a problem to some. We have a diverse set of communities in Bradford, some of whom may feel affected by things others just take for granted.

 

Shall we stop serving alcohol at the kiosks and in the suites as well?

 

They need to sort safety and security on Midland Road before this is frequented by City supporters in my view. Manningham is not safe to park your car or walk around these days. My kids won't go near the place until that is sorted. Why did they stop opening the OIAM cafe? That was great.

 

I think some restaurants are run by people of Indian origin, so Hindu's and Sikh's, who do not have an issue with alcohol
and some by Pakistni's who are obviously muslim and do not serve alcohol, although i am not sure that is all of them.

 

I just feel facilities that cater mainly for one particular group of people could be counter productive. We're all there to watch Bradford City and as such it would be nice if there was an inclusive space for everyone to mix. What that resembles though I've no idea.

 

The fan zone part is just a smoke screen, it will be mainly for the local people not football fans, makes it sound more inclusive.

 

We only need the facilities 23 times a year so of course its mainly for the local community, otherwise it would be a massive waste.

 

You can go down as often as you like from what I can see. How does that make it a smoke screen exactly?

 

Sikh weddings great food, dancing, music and a free bar. There was a large vodka chaser with every pint too.