At the famous 3-2 Boxing Day Derby in 1977 there were around 12,000 Rovers fans at the game. Away section of Longside, gates locked at 2pm with 8,000 in. Beehole End another 2,000+ with others in stands.
During the latter part of that season we averaged 10,000+ ie we took more than our home average.
Just goes to show what we can do when we try and more importantly when the Dingles are there for the taking.
That day was the best ever for atmosphere.
Goose bumps down my back and i wasn't even there
I was and must admit to being rather scared that day.