Hornet Heaven

On Christmas Day 2024, in the Watford Football Club afterlife, there's a Scrooge-like fan who needs to change his ways.Merry Christmas to all Watford fans everywhere - from Olly, Colin, and everyone in Hornet Heaven. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On October 31st 2024, an event in the Watford Football Club afterlife puts the residents in the mood for Halloween. (Music by Josef Surikov and Danny Elfman.) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A musical starring Watford fans Stephen John Davis and Colin Mace. In 2023/24, a fan in the land of the living tries to bring a former legend back from the Watford Football Club afterlife. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In August 2006, beyond the astral divide, there's a new arrival in a rather different community of former Watford FC players and fans. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In March 2011, the residents of Watford Football Club's afterlife are astonished by the unexpected arrival of a former England test cricketer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In August 2017, a grieving Watford fan receives messages from her recently deceased husband who's gone to the Watford Football Club afterlife. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In June 2024, a senior figure in the Watford Football Club afterlife reflects on the club's choice of red shorts for the coming season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In May 2024, the Watford Football Club afterlife sets about celebrating the most emotional match in the club's history. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In March 2024, as Watford Football Club's fortunes decline, events in Hornet Heaven head in the wrong direction. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

To celebrate the 75th anniversary of the ascension to Hornet Heaven of Watford FC's founder Henry Grover, on March 22nd 1949, here's a re-edited and re-mixed telling of our story of his arrival. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In August 1997, a former Watford player materialises in Hornet Heaven — but only partially. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In December 2023, a new arrival in Hornet Heaven attempts to go to every Watford game ever. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In February 2024, you — the listener — are transported via the medium of podcast into the eternal experience of supporting Watford Football Club. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In December 2023, in Hornet Heaven, a former Watford player isn't seeing things with his usual clarity. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In December 1964, with Watford facing two festive fixtures against Them Up The Road, a Hornet Heaven resident tries to make sure a double derby defeat won't ruin Christmas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In September 2023, in Hornet Heaven, two Watford fans find themselves locked in a small room together. They have fiercely conflicting views. Can they find common ground? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In August 2023, two club stalwarts from Watford's glory days have been shut away in a lock-up garage in Hornet Heaven for nearly 40 years. Who are they? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In August 2023, a new arrival in Hornet Heaven revisits old games and discovers he's misremembered important details. What's he got wrong? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Spring 2023, in Hornet Heaven, Watford's greatest-ever forward receives an unexpected call-up. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In May 1996, an unlikely new arrival in Hornet Heaven helps a former player cope with Watford's relegation. (Part Four of four.) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In May 1996, an unlikely new arrival in Hornet Heaven helps a former player cope with Watford's relegation. (Part Three of four.) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In May 1996, an unlikely new arrival in Hornet Heaven helps a former player cope with Watford's relegation. (Part Two of four.) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In May 1996, an unlikely new arrival in Hornet Heaven helps a former player cope with Watford's relegation. (Part One of four.) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A bonus highlights reel before we get back to the new material with Series 21. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We round off our first 100 episodes with the third of 3 highlight reels. We'll be kicking off our second century with two new series this autumn. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The second of 3 highlight reels to mark our first 100 episodes. We'll be kicking off our second century with two new series this autumn. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The first of 3 highlight reels to mark our first 100 episodes. We'll be kicking off our second century with two new series this autumn. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In June 2023, a Watford fan adopts an unusual way of coping with his negative feelings about the club. 

In January 2023, in Hornet Heaven, it's time for transparency and honesty in making Watford Football Club loveable. Part 4 of 4. You can find out more about Watford St Mary's here: www.watfordgold.org.uk/category/history/watford-st-marys

In January 2023, a supporter in Hornet Heaven is refusing to have anything to do with Watford Football Club. Part 3 of 4. You can find out more about Watford St Mary's here: www.watfordgold.org.uk/category/history/watford-st-marys

In January 2023, a rivalry from the 1890s is still going strong in Hornet Heaven. Part 2 of 4. You can find out more about Watford St Mary's here: www.watfordgold.org.uk/category/history/watford-st-marys

In January 2023, a whole new area within Hornet Heaven is discovered. Part 1 of 4. 

In April 2023, in Hornet Heaven, something unusual happens at the local derby between Watford and Luton.  CONTENT WARNING: Includes an instance of strong language that you may consider unsuitable for young children.  The music in this episode is: 'We Have All The Time In The World' by John Barry.

Can a pair of feuding Watford fans be reconciled by a shared Christmas present in December 2022?  This year's Hornet Heaven Christmas Special is dedicated to Clive Brandon, a Watford season ticket holder for more than 50 years who sadly and unexpectedly passed away on 16th December 2022.

A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away, a mentor advises a young Hornet.

In autumn 2022, residents of Hornet Heaven reveal what made them fall in love with Watford FC. The songs used in this episode are: Can't Help Falling In Love - written by Hugo Peretti, Luigi Creatore, and George David Weiss and published by Gladys Music, Inc. The instrumental performances are by Welder Dias (piano), Daniel Jang (violin), Brooklyn Duo (piano and cello), Chris Ulrey (electric guitar), James Bartholomew (fingerstyle guitar), Anton Van Oosbree (accordion), and Sylvain Lemaire (epic orchestra).  I'm Not In Love - written by Eric Stewart and Graham Gouldman, with an instrumental performance by Mick Beaulieu.

In 1922, Watford FC's move to a new stadium provides a much-needed lift for everyone.  

In 2018, a new arrival takes a circuitous route to Hornet Heaven.

In November 2022, a recent arrival in Hornet Heaven turns out to have an unusual talent.

On August 30th 2022, in Hornet Heaven, two former Watford players reflect on the club's 100 years at Vicarage Road.

In June 2022, a Watford fan arrives in Hornet Heaven with an attitude that's going to make his life hell.

In May 2022, a disillusioned Watford fan wants to leave Hornet Heaven for a different heaven.

In August 1922, the Watford FC afterlife undergoes a seismic shift.

In April 2022, during a terrible season, there's some good news to tell in Hornet Heaven.

In September 2021, the appointment of a new Chief Steward brings unexpected changes to Hornet Heaven.

In August 2021, Hornet Heaven outlaws all forms of discrimination — with serious consequences for a senior member of staff.

On New Year's Day 2022, a new arrival in Hornet Heaven sees something he wasn't expecting in the Rookery Stand.

Watford's relegation battle tests the resolve of a long-standing fan. (A poignant story from 1900/01 with strong parallels to 2021/22.)

In December 2021, in Hornet Heaven, the giving of Christmas gifts doesn't go as planned.

In late August 2021, residents of Hornet Heaven try to cope with the departure of Watford's captain and club legend Troy Deeney.

In summer 1977, the change of manager at Watford FC brings out a rebellious streak in a young Hornet Heaven resident.