Sunday 11 August 2013

Durham Pride


Nigel Harris has been a spectator at Test matches since 1961 and he reckons the first Ashes match at the Emirates Durham ICG is one of the very best he has ever been to. 
"It's been amazing in Durham. So many people should be proud of what has been achieved, not just because of the great organisation and how quickly it has reached this status, but as an event in it's own right.
"So many things have been very successful, there’s been a wonderful spirit – people have had a fantastic attitude and stewards and all the member of the team are always looking to be helpful – nothing is too much trouble. It is a wonderful ground and let’s hope it hosts many more Tests," said 60-year-old Nigel from Dartington in South Devon.
The couple are on a fortnight's holiday which started at the Old Trafford Test. "A holiday isn't complete without a cricket match - ideally a Test match," said Nigel.
Wife Viv travels with Nick - last year they were in Sri Lanka - although she doesn't watch the cricket and is content enjoying all the other things the venue has to offer.
"We are staying in Durham and it's been wonderful – we have both seen the Gospels and had a tour of the cathedral, Viv has had a tour of the castle and she is at Beamish today. We are really enjoying the fantastic region and we will come again," added social worker Nigel.



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