Hornet Heaven

Watford's relegation battle tests the resolve of a long-standing fan. (A poignant story from 1900/01 with strong parallels to 2021/22.) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In December 2021, in Hornet Heaven, the giving of Christmas gifts doesn’t go as planned. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In late August 2021, residents of Hornet Heaven try to cope with the departure of Watford’s captain and club legend Troy Deeney. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In summer 1977, the change of manager at Watford FC brings out a rebellious streak in a young Hornet Heaven resident.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In summer 1977, a new arrival in Hornet Heaven discovers he’s 8 years out of sync with everyone else.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In summer 1977, a great transformation is about to occur at Watford FC — but a fan in Hornet Heaven isn’t ready for change.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the summer of 2021, questions arise about the true identity of a new arrival in Hornet Heaven. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the summer of 2021, a contest is held to establish the best new terrace chant in Hornet Heaven. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In February 2021, Hornet Heaven’s chief steward embarrasses himself and must make amends in time for Watford’s promotion celebrations in April. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In 1929, down on earth, a former player watches Watford from the terraces at Vicarage Road, but the excitement proves too much. A dramatisation of a true story. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In 2002, a Watford fan arriving in Hornet Heaven needs help in acclimatising to the afterlife.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In a post-apocalyptic future, a father and son search for what Watford Football Club has meant to them. A version of this story first appeared in the magazine YBR! (https://thewatfordtreasury.co.uk/ybr.html).The music is from Nick Cave and Warren Ellis's score for the original motion picture 'The Road'. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In February 2021, there’s an unexpected new arrival in Hornet Heaven. It’s Troy Deeney. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In December 2020, plans to celebrate a resident’s 100th anniversary in Hornet Heaven hit a problem. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the summer of 2020, a positive-minded character helps the residents of Hornet Heaven bounce back from the disappointment of relegation from the Premier League. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In 1953, a renowned natural historian, who’d prefer to be studying beetles, is disappointed to find himself in the Watford FC afterlife. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In November 2020, total boredom with Vladimir Ivic’s football leads to an unexpected broadening of Hornet Heaven’s horizons. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In December 2020, the annual Hornet Heaven Festival of Carols has a surprise new soloist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In October 1882, a local resident discovers the new sport of Association Football and becomes a Watford fan forever. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In summer 2012, Laurence Bassini’s terrifying ownership of Watford FC has an apocalyptic effect on Hornet Heaven. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.