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" MAYOR OF LENS SAYS YES WELSH/ ENGLISH CAN DRINK ALCOHOL "

Thu May 26, 2016 7:53 am

Despite media Reports the Mayor of Lens says there is NO Alcohol Ban for Wales v England game

Sky Sports

Thursday 26th May 2016


Reports of an alcohol ban in Lens for Euro 2016 have been rubbished


Alcohol will be served at the Euro 2016 clash between England and Wales in Lens despite stories of a ban.

Up to 500,000 British football fans, with many expected to travel without a ticket, are likely to travel to France this summer for the matches across the nation.

The northern town of Lens will be hosting the match between the English and Welsh on June 16 and some reports this week have indicated there would be a 24-hour suspension on selling booze.


However, there has been frustration over the mixed messages within Lens with the local authorities stating there has been a misunderstanding regarding the sale and consumption of alcohol for the Euro 2016 showdown.

Lens council told Sky Sports News HQ that they wanted to stress there was no ban in the town during the tournament and that drinks can be purchased in the fanzone, albeit in plastic glasses, and will be on sale around the city, although fans won't be able to buy or consume it on the streets.

Lens councillor Pierre Mazure told SSNHQ reporter Rob Dorsett: "It's never been forbidden to sell alcohol.

"You will be able to drink beer in pubs and bistros in plastic cups. Our message is come to Lens because one thing you will be allowed to do is celebrate!"

Re: " MAYOR OF LENS SAYS YES WELSH/ ENGLISH CAN DRINK ALCOHO

Thu May 26, 2016 8:05 am

Yes this has always been the case, the confusion was in how fans interpreted the message...the ban is drinking in the streets, parks , outside stadium etc. Licensed premises, if you can find one and the fan zone will sell alcohol albeit in plastic glasses....

Re: " MAYOR OF LENS SAYS YES WELSH/ ENGLISH CAN DRINK ALCOHO

Thu May 26, 2016 9:31 am

Lens council told Sky Sports News HQ that they wanted to stress there was no ban in the town during the tournament and that drinks can be purchased in the fanzone, albeit in plastic glasses, and will be on sale around the city, although fans won't be able to buy or consume it on the streets.

Lens councillor Pierre Mazure told SSNHQ reporter Rob Dorsett: "It's never been forbidden to sell alcohol.

"You will be able to drink beer in pubs and bistros in plastic cups. Our message is come to Lens because one thing you will be allowed to do is celebrate!"
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Re: " MAYOR OF LENS SAYS YES WELSH/ ENGLISH CAN DRINK ALCOHO

Thu May 26, 2016 10:01 am

:ayatollah: England vs Wales: match day arrangements in Lens :ayatollah:


Lens Avenue du Marechal Leclerc Photo Guillame Baviere


England take on Wales at the Stade Bollaert-Delelis in Lens on Thursday 16th June and the French authorities have put special measures in place to manage the town on match day.

As with every England away fixture the FSF Free Lions team will be running a fans' embassy service on matchday offer advice and support to travelling fans.



The French authorities have said the following:

Fan zone: The Fan Zone in Lens has a capacity of 10,000 people which reflects the small size of the city. While the larger Fan Zone in Lille can hold up to 25,000 people and will be easier to access. Supporters without tickets for the game in Lens are encouraged match in the Fan Zone in Lille.


Trains: Supporters travelling to Lens by train from Lille are advised to purchase return tickets in advance. Tickets can be booked online via the SNCF site: uk.voyages-sncf.com


Park & ride: Those travelling to Lens by car are advised to use the park and ride areas around Lens on matchday. These will be signposted on all main roads. Free shuttle buses will be available from 11am on Match Day to transport fans from the car parks to the city centre.


Coaches: Coach parking areas in Lens are available for use by supporters travelling from the UK. Supporters wishing to use these areas must register online in advance via the reservation service run by the tournament organiser Euro 2016 SAS. Further advice on this reservation service can be obtained directly from the FAs.


No drinking on the streets: The sale, transport and consumption of alcoholic drinks will be banned in the car parks, shuttle buses, coach parks and in all public areas in Lens city centre. The consumption of alcohol will only be permitted in bars (either inside or on the Terrasse) and inside the Fan Zone. This ban will run from 6am on 16th June until 6am on 17th June. Anyone failing to respect this ban will be fined and all alcoholic drinks will be seized.


Pyro: the sale, transport and use of pyrotechnics (fireworks, smoke canisters etc) will be banned within the same perimeter and during the same period.


Luggage: No large bags will be allowed into the Fan Zone. Only bags under 10 litres in size will be allowed in (handbags, small rucksacks). Lockers will be available for the storage of any bags above the 10 litre limit.
If you're travelling to France the tournament, there's still time to order or download our Fans' Guide to France - which contains useful information on travelling around France and has in-depth guides to all the host cities.



- See more at: http://www.fsf.org.uk/latest-news/view/ ... 5NLbf.dpuf

Re: " MAYOR OF LENS SAYS YES WELSH/ ENGLISH CAN DRINK ALCOHO

Thu May 26, 2016 12:58 pm

corky wrote:Yes this has always been the case, the confusion was in how fans interpreted the message...the ban is drinking in the streets, parks , outside stadium etc. Licensed premises, if you can find one and the fan zone will sell alcohol albeit in plastic glasses....


What is plastic glass, and when was it invented?

Re: " MAYOR OF LENS SAYS YES WELSH/ ENGLISH CAN DRINK ALCOHO

Fri May 27, 2016 12:55 am

rhondda 1015 wrote:
corky wrote:Yes this has always been the case, the confusion was in how fans interpreted the message...the ban is drinking in the streets, parks , outside stadium etc. Licensed premises, if you can find one and the fan zone will sell alcohol albeit in plastic glasses....


What is plastic glass, and when was it invented?


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