Churnet Valley, May 1945
Barry Edge provides another of his memoirs – this time dating from the eve of the German surrender in World War Two…
Nostalgia and memoirs
Poem: some things never change…
One lifelong Vale fan’s dedication to the club inspires Barry’s latest poem…
Poem: What the hell is going on?
Barry taps into the excitement that is mounting as Neil Aspin revives Vale’s fortunes – heck, even Geosname is getting the buzz…
A poem in memory of Johnny Aitch
Barry Edge has composed this verse in memory of forum legend Johnny Aitch who sadly passed away earlier this month.
When once I was a postman
Barry is back with another tale from his days as a postman. This one involving a flying dog…
Say it with roses…
Barry’s tale of late night treats has a twist in the tale as this latest memoir reveals…
A campside police raid
In another humorous memoir, Barry recalls a memorable camping trip in the 1960’s.
Now and then – a brief memoir by Barry Edge
In this article, Barry Edge takes a walk in Perth which brings back memories…
It’s time to stand and fight…
Here’s another poem from Barry Edge inspired by a forum posting from Vale fan in Alsager.
Dear James (aka REP)…
Barry Edge has returned from his festive sabbatical and has a message for a fellow OVF regular.
To all our Valiant friends
Our OVF legend Barry Edge is away for Christmas but he sends his fellow Valiants this festive poem…
My very first Aussie BBQ
Barry Edge’s latest memoir concerns a defining experience out in the Australian bush…
Upend ‘em
Barry Edge examines a tradition that may be unique to North Staffordshire folk – the upside down examination of crockery.
They were both stark naked…
Barry’s latest memoir is a story about his time as a milkman – and he swears it’s all completely true…
You were an absolute disgrace…
Barry Edge’s latest poem addresses the sad issue of awful behaviour by a minority of Port Vale fans.
We’d walk to see our Heroes
Barry Edge’s latest poem looks back on the days of journeying to Vale Park to see his heroes play…
Story! What story?
Barry has an amusing tale to tell about a painting called “Dreamtime” and encounters in art galleries.
One step at a time…
Barry Edge’s latest poem concerns one reader’s thoughts on Rob Page’s retained list and missing the Railway stand…
Harbingers of Gloom and Doom
Barry’s latest memoir is prompted by the “Page Out” thread on the OVF Forum…
Just the ticket…
Here’s Barry Edge with another poem – this time congratulating the club on their season ticket initiative
Minerva visits the Vale Vaults
Barry Edge responds to the publication of a certain photo that came courtesy of the Vale Vaults exhibition.
Midnight moth
Here’s Barry Edge with another poem – this time concerning an incident that the OVF editor would rather forget…
To buy, or not to buy?
What if fans wouldn’t commit to Port Vale season tickets until their lawyers had checked the documents? Barry Edge ponders that very situation.
Rumours and opinion…
Barry Edge is back to entertain us with another of his poems – this time about the OVF rumour mill.
Missing out on a free ticket at Feethams
In his latest Port Vale memoir, long-serving supporter Stuart Dean recalls a match against Darlington in February 1969.
Brian Clough discussing Mick Cullerton at the bar…
In his latest memoir, long-serving Vale fan Stuart Dean recalls a memorable encounter with then Derby County boss Brian Clough following Vale’s visit to Hartlepool United.