Wishing everyone a peaceful and happy Christmas and a healthy and prosperous New Year whatever your location, religion, or beliefs. Hope we catch up in 2026.

Yeading FCs biggest claim to fame was reaching the 3rd round of the FA Cup when their live TV game against Newcastle United was switched to QPR. #groundhopping #NUFC Read all about that and more plus lots of images via the link below. worldgroundhop.blogspot.com/2020/05/yead...

Yeading FC was formed in 1960, winning the FA Vase in 1989-90, before being dissolved in 2007 to become part of Hayes & Yeading United FC. Read all about them, my visit, and look at some images by following the link below. #groundhopping worldgroundhop.blogspot.com/2020/05/yead...

Last weeks chairty bike ride has so far raised just over £800 - $1,600 AUS - 34,000 THB. Many thanks for the donations. You can watch how the day went on this video, while clicking on the link allows you to add to the fund. gofund.me/0a0d8030d youtu.be/CC5gzp9vWUE?...

My latest video covering Friday’s charity cycle ride for Suan Kluai Junior School, capturing the joy of a true community event. youtube.com/watch?v=CC5g...

There are not too many football clubs that have played in the second tier of English football, without a railway station in their actual town. See how I went about getting to watch Scarborough play away to Yeovil Town via the link below. worldgroundhop.blogspot.com/2010/06/yeov...

What a day! Amazing local people and school kids. www.facebook.com/share/p/1AHE...

My big 51km ride tomorrow (Friday). Live updates on Facebook (all being well) with donations continuing to come in. Interest is growing with some villagers joining in. Any contributions are greatly appreciated by clicking on the link. gofund.me/0ffe77471

@yeoviltownfc.bsky.social Yeovil Town made their name in the FA Cup pedigree, going on to play in the 2nd tier of English football, before finding themselves back in the non-league game. You can read all about them, and my visit, on the link below. worldgroundhop.blogspot.com/2010/06/yeov...

£369 ($AUD 741 - THB 15,673) raised for my charity bicycle ride on Friday to help raise cash for our local junior school. Many thanks to anyone who's contributed. Do you want to help add to it? Then scan the QR code to go to the page where you can donate.

Sisaket - A Real Football City My latest piece on my blog, Thai Football Fever. thaifootballfever.blogspot.com/2025/12/sisa...

Want to help me in my latest charity event to help a small local Thai junior school. Then have a look at this video to find out what it’s all about. youtube.com/watch?v=Qn4e...

@ycfcst.bsky.social Not many clubs have endured and enjoyed so many ups and downs as York City in the last thirty years. Read all about them, along with my visits to their former home, Bootham Crescent, on my blog via the link below. worldgroundhop.blogspot.com/2009/06/york...

Want to help me in my latest charity project? I'm cycling 51km for my local school to pay for running costs and equipment on Friday, 12th December. Click on the link to donate. Full details in the images. gofund.me/299d1ffd2

I first visited Bootham Crescent, the former home of York City, in December 1975, and went a further thirteen times. Plenty of laughs and memories with some defeats were collected along the way. Read all about them on my blog via the link below. worldgroundhop.blogspot.com/2009/06/york...

Yorkshire Ammas, nee Yorkshire Amateur are one of the hundreds of clubs and stadiums I’ve visited for football over the years. Read all about how I got on and their history on my blog. worldgroundhop.blogspot.com/2009/06/york...

4 years ago I made the best decision of my life and headed to Thailand to live. My latest video charts how it’s gone. Feel free to comment. youtube.com/watch?v=NcXL...

Christmas is coming. Stuck for a gift for a loved one, or maybe someone you cannot stand? Then my 5-star rated best-selling book covers all bases. Click on the link to obtain a copy. amzn.eu/d/amcWuSJ

Working my way in reverse alphabetical order to all the places I've watched football. First, the retitled Yorkshire Ammers, who began life at Elland Road, then moved across Leeds, now leasing elsewhere, hoping to build a new home as a community hub. worldgroundhop.blogspot.com/2009/06/york...

A full write-up about a quite bizarre football match and an article surrounding @futera.bsky.social, an incredible club on my dedicated Thai football blog. thaifootballfever.blogspot.com/2025/11/the-...

All you need to know about a sightseeing tower, food, drink, a football match and fun with friends covered in my video about a visit to Roi Et, a Thai hidden gem and ideal two night destination by air from Bangkok. #Thailand #travelvlog #backpacking youtu.be/D83EFR-Ljsg?...

Looking for somewhere different for a night or weekend away with plenty enough happening? My latest video might offer a good choice. youtube.com/watch?v=D83E...

A Thai Football Podcast 108: All At Sea Again Our brand new episode is available now. Listen here dalefarrington.podbean.com/e/108-ttttt/ Thanks to Gian, Riza, Aron, Greg, Ernest, John and @robb65.bsky.social Details below

Those who may have caught glimpses of Thai football last night may have noticed the passion on show. My video does behind the scenes to discover the big rivalry and how it has spilt over in the past. #Thailand #FootballFans #ประเทศ youtu.be/9bySZocDt1M?...

Book orders continue to arrive, with Amazon reporting nothing but 5-star reviews. As well as by clicking on the link, I can now dispatch to Thai addresses. Please send me a private message if you want one sent out. amzn.eu/d/ik178Tr

Looking forward to watching this one tonight. A background into the rivalry, history, matchday visits, fans interviews and plenty more available on my latest video. youtu.be/9bySZocDt1M?...

To get fans of Port FC & Muangthong United as well as those interested in Thai football in the mood before the derby. My latest video. youtube.com/watch?v=9byS...

In Thailand and stuck for ideas of what to do at the weekend. This video of a hidden gem offers a great idea of a day out from Bangkok with all you need to know. #travelvlog #Thailand #HiddenGems youtu.be/dQis0ctrzks?...

Looking for a quality day out from Bangkok. Then give my latest video a look. #travelvlog #Thailand #Bangkok #Chachoengsao youtube.com/watch?v=dQis...

Here's Russ John, the winner of our recent competition, with his his prize, a copy of @robb65.bsky.social 's book 'Touring Thailand With Thais'. Congratulations, Russ!

Are you in Bangkok and fancy heading somewhere fun, interesting, and free? Watch this video and then head to Hua Lamphong. #bangkok #railways #thailand #heritage youtu.be/DVL5m3TdnlI?...

My visit to a stunning railway station, its history, and how it’s being given a resurgence. #bangkok #railtravel #travelvlog youtube.com/watch?v=DVL5...

A Thai Football Podcast 105: Hellbent On Compromise Our brand new, extended episode is available now. Listen here dalefarrington.podbean.com/e/105-hellbe... Thanks to Paul, Lyle, Kenny, Patrick, Michael, Nick, Riza, Persib World and @robb65.bsky.social Details below

Fantastic to see. Along with the Herculean efforts by those who’ve spent endless hours at the Gymkhana Ground, Mother Nature has also played its part.

A Thai Football Podcast 104: Head Coach In A Poncho Our brand new episode is available now. dalefarrington.podbean.com/e/a-head-coa... Thanks to @robb65.bsky.social @wellywolf.bsky.social Michael, Toby, and Bill. Details below

Orders continue to arrive at a staggering rate for my book, which is now being reviewed internationally. Don’t miss out on a copy by clicking on the link and don’t forget to leave your review. a.co/d/6lfCBj8

My latest video covers a wonderful social and cricket event. Highly recommended to visit if you ever get the opportunity. #Cricket #KohChang #Thailand youtu.be/wAFuhDMOLco?...

There may be trouble ahead!

Fancy some light-hearted reading and entertainment to while away a few hours? How about giving my best-selling book a go, which contains many more extracts like the one below. Available by clicking on the link. amzn.eu/d/eCQr2TI

Want to escape Bangkok's centre for a few hours, exercise, have fun, and see Suvarnabhumi Airport like never before? Then watch this video! #bangkok #thailand #cycling Riding Suvarnabhumi Airport’s Famous Bike Lane in Crazy Weather! youtu.be/OAsSL6VAkXE?... via @YouTube

Ever wondered what the blue track is around Suvarnabhumi Airport? My latest video reveals all. #thailand #bangkok #travelvlog youtube.com/watch?v=OAsS...

At Rasisalai United against Chanthaburi hoping the hosts provide as much entertainment as in their previous home game. youtu.be/W6k6zAJfsXM?...

The very best of luck to everyone at newly promoted Futera United today as they make their Thai League 3 debut at Bangkok University Stadium v Royal Thai Air Force. A club who do things differently, as can be seen in this video. youtu.be/WPZ4EAFV07g?...

My best Northeast Thailand football experience and I’ve enjoyed a view. Watch it all on my latest video. youtube.com/watch?v=W6k6...

Nights drawing in already? Want to relax at home and read a good book? Self-praise is no recommendation, but you might enjoy this small sample and perhaps get hold of the book from which it's taken via the link below. amzn.eu/d/aW1Rsa1

I’ll go, where my cycle takes me. Not always where I originally intended. Fun in the Thai countryside. #thailand #expatlife #cycling youtube.com/watch?v=VA8u...

In Thailand, and not sure what to do this weekend? This comprehensive video might offer excellent suggestions. #Thailand #Football #groundhopping #Bangkok The Ultimate Thai Football Preview youtu.be/PFaxeftCnII?... via @YouTube

Proud as punch to finally hold a physical copy of my new book. “You feel with his writing that you are on the tour with him” is one of the received reviews. Why don’t you see if you agree, click on the link and get hold of a copy. Available on Kindle and in Paperback. a.co/d/ifMs8uv

My video about the incredible story of a Futera United, newly promoted to Thai League 3, and a club like no other in the Land of Smiles. youtube.com/watch?v=WPZ4...

A Thai Football Podcast Episode 99: Hit The North Our brand new episode is available now. Listen here dalefarrington.podbean.com/e/99-hit-the... Thanks to @robb65.bsky.social Mark, John O, Marco, Dom, Michael, Tim, Clare, Jon, Helen, Lyle, and John R Details below