Well, that was fun, thanks for everyone's suggestions.
We finally decided to stay in the B & B hotel which is right next to the stadium as transport links to the town centre are so good, and because it was £30 a night for both of us.
Lovely city, superb Metro system, great food and bars. We...
If only, 1066! This Saturday is his actual birthday, so I have to stay in town.
The game is on May 2nd, so I won't be going to Middlesbrough (bad fan).
I've heard great things about the place, it's easy to get to, and there's a local derby against Lens on the weekend that we are free. See below!
Cheers AG, much appreciated! A weekend away with my son, just after his birthday, in a beer-centric city sounds perfect. Looking forward to it!
I am taking my son to see Lille play as an 18th birthday treat. We will have the weekend there.
Where should we stay (cheaply), is getting to the ground easy, etc?
As usual, I expect that the vast knowledge and experience of NSC will serve me well.