Well, old age comes to us all, but it’s going to stretch Geordiesaddler’s mental abilities next season remembering what some of the hell holes we’ll be visiting look like. I’m sure he’ll pull together his beer addled brain cells long enough to provide his invaluable service, however. So, for the final time this season, the wonders of the “Garden of England”:-

Sadly the last pub-guide of the season sees us having a farewell drink with League 1, on a trip that has traditionally been at the cusp of our recent history’s twists and turns.

A time for reflection I guess, whether it be hiding behind the bogs at the infamous McKnightmare game, that wonderful sunny afternoon that marked the start of the Graydon era, the victory on way to survival in Lee’s first full season, or his Priestfield demise twelve months later, Gillingham and its pubs has that sort of feel.

The Will Adams on Saxton Street is the best pub in town, with a lovely atmosphere and well kept ale. Landlord (Pete if I remember), often greets away fans with a handshake and a yarn about a trip he made to Fellows Park or some such tale, Well worth taking the 15 minute walk from the ground.

Train travellers could try the Southern Belle opposite the station which itself is only about 8 minutes walk from the stadium, but the pick of the pubs near the ground is The Livingstone Arms which runs the Will Adams close for friendliness, and is also handy for the away end that is accessed by a little alley way nearby.

The pub itself is filled with football memorabilia and the staff are absolutely spot on. There is also a chippy opposite and a bookies around the corner.

Have a pint on the steps outside and pretend its August 1998 and those magical moments before the Graydon team took its bow. The relegation we thought would occur that year has finally arrived eight years later but at least a trip to The Livingstone gives us a chance to drink a toast to the days of Rambo, Ada, Marshy, and Whacka, proper Saddlers.