Caption Comp Results
It's time for the results of the caption competition.
This week, we asked you to put words in the mouth of this post-partygoer, still enjoying the heady effects of New Year's Eve while waiting for the trains home to start up at Grand Central Station in New York.
Here are the winning entries:
1. Colin Nelson and Matth
Stairway to '07.
2. Simon Rooke
Heathrow baggage problems escalate as passengers remain unclaimed.
3. Kieran Boyle and Lee Pike
Hush-hour.
4. Simon White
Alton Towers new Reality Ride is not the success they had hoped for.
5. Mark H
Please mind the nap.
6. Nigel Macarthur
Wake me up before you Godot...
Click on the comments form below to read the losing entries. Can't see yours? Is it because you submitted it via the letters form, like we expressly told you not to?
Comments
Caption competition. For sale. Pied a terre. Ideal starter home. Central location. Handy for trains.
The Government announces the number of homeless is escalating
Mind the napper.
Petula Clark fan ignores her advice
Wheeeeeee!
Steps fan deeply shocked by H's coming out
"Swindon, right?"
Stand on the right, walk on the left, sleep in the middle.
Upon waking Craig found himself in an Escher landscape...
London commuter faints on hearing of the new fare increases
Latest Turner prize winner claims not to be artist but just very, very tired.
Down the escalator for the overnight sleeper.
Down and out
Stairway to Heaven: A New York partyer meets the escalator to 2007.
South East Trains fare collector faints from carrying so much extra small change
Since he was a small boy, he'd always wanted to try sliding down the middle bit.
Clarence had experienced ups and downs in his life recently.
George Michael is banned from driving
At last we know how Carsten Holler came up with the idea for those slides.
Stairway to Kevin
And now, over to the Bishop of Southwark for the lastest on the trains...
Mine's the gap.
Slid into oblivion.
No longer can the Government deny the escalating binge drinking problem
Well George, at least you won't get banned for driving under the influence.
Then to crown it all, his ferret ran off with his flat cap.
"Weeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee"
Ironically, Bob planned to implement his "Wake me for Wheels" sticker campaign when he woke up
The latest advert for a pair of well-known running shoes was not a great success.
Stairway to Heaven!
My other bed's a lift
Railway sleeper.
2007's Slide V.2 claims its first victim.
Free steps to Heaven.
The problem was getting his foot on the first step up the ladder of success.
And in the morning all he'll hear is Tubular Bells.
Jason was determined not to be late for the first day of his new job.
Horizontally adjusted
Catching the Z-train.
As the metal beast's stomach rumbled, he realised that falling asleep on its tongue was a mistake.
Mind the nap!
Pete Doherty's stag night was a World beater.
So this is the Oyster Bar then.
It's a bit obvious but the caption is, "Just done it!"
Spin me round one more time guys, then I'll pin the tail on the donkey.
"O Oysters," said the Carpenter,
"You've had a pleasant run!
Shall we be trotting home again?'
But answer came there none--
Slides were always more fun than escalators
(Laying) Down in the tube station at midnight
Another new year's resolution not to drink so much already broken
Railway sleeper.
Mind the nap!
The inventors of the new 'Death-Slide' at Alton Towers feared the ride was not as exciting as first hoped.
Don't Sleep in the Subway, Darren
Only 4 hours until the sales start
Hasslehoff was to regret not getting to Elstree in time...
Selfish partygoer doesn't sleep on the right.
First the letters, then the Punorama results, no, just let me have five more minutes.
Subconscious
Basking on the tube
One sardine left in the tin
Rigorous training weeds out the bishops from the arch-deacons.
Mind The Chap.
Keith Harris was left flumoxed when Orville finally learnt how to fly...
Unfortunately, there was no light at the end of this tunnel.
Mind the Gap Year student.
A commuter readies himself to board next Wednesday's train after news that BA has taken over the running of the New York subway.
The Z train
Bargain hunter first in queue at Escalators-R-Us.
on the stairway to two thousand and heaven
Whee! That was WAY better than sliding down the bannister at home!
The ups and downs of the escalation in binge drinking
The best places in which to avoid Celebrity Big Brother were being snapped up days in advance.
The ups and downs of the escalation in binge drinking
Another candidate waits to start the 12 step recovery programme...
From the artist who brought you the slides at Tate Modern...
Fairytale of New York - The Sequel
Stanner ‘disappointed’ with auditions for Thora Hird's replacement.
Wake me up when my bags arrive ...
Attracting stairs
Carlsberg, probably the best lager in the world.
The problem of people falling asleep in subways escalates
You know, there are easier ways to polish that, mate.
Down and out in the tube station at midnight.
"Guys, do I win this round of off-ground touch, do I? Guys.....guys?"
Before doing a runner, his mates had told him to lie still while they asked passers-by for a penny for the guy.
Euan Blair was unable to join the family in Florida due to pressure of work.
After an up-and-down day, this man realised his life was on the slide.
The latest attempt at a Friends reunion got off to a shaky start.
Bruce regretted accepting that last tube.
GB Winter Olympics Luge team complain about training equipment
Man recovering after world-record breaking slide after he forgot about the anti-slide spikes.
Caption: "Stand clear of the Doze.."
The cameraman was about to realise his mistake in standing at the bottom of the slide.
Note to self: Next year, remember to pack the climbing rope
Health and Safety condemned the idea of a slide at Grand Central Station
Caption "Leave(s) on the line"
The decor for the new Celebrity Big Brother house is finally revealed
Underground staff are the first to try out new queue-busting slide.
Keep to the middle?
And I'm going to stand in the pouring rain Darling!
New York subway opens its first easy access slide. Early indications are that its boring.
"He told us he was still on his way to the party... sounded British."
Hey, the view from underneath this tank is wierd.
Escalator temporarily stairs until 6 AM. Sorry for the convenience.
Lack of snow forces British ski-jumpers to use alternative training facilities...
Feeling elevated?
The road to hell is paved with good intentions... and Oliver Reed.
Conceptual Art: Give Very Generously
Under ground and under the influence
After lacklustre Christmas sales, retailers resort to new marketing tactics to increase turnover.
Not much cha cha in this slide
"I'm going underground...zzzzzzz"
"Wake me up when Christmas is over!"
Reclining stewed.
Just putting things into perspective.
The Prizes on the generation game conveyor belt were not as impressive any more!
Life has its ups and downs
"its about time they put a slide in here - wheeeeee!"
Are you stair-ing at me?
Pete Doherty is now appearing with Steps.
are the stairs moving?....or am i still drunk? eugh...
"Two paths diverged and I"
Slide exhausts reveller
"Help! Why isn't the train going?"
or
"New Year's Eve on ´óÏó´«Ã½ Three."
Petula Clark's grandson ignores her advice
I'm sure the slide wasn't this big last time I was in the park !!
The busker was rubbish!
"I'm getting married in the morning, ding dong the bells are going sh... OH NO!!! Where the hell am I, she's gonna kill me this time!!!!"
Paul Weller confirmed for 'The Jam' reunion
Banksy strikes again.
New escalator backup device awaits installation
Are the escalators working?
He says 'Piston Broke'
Beds 'R' Us Huge New Year Sale - Now On!!!
What happen's when the New Year's party escalates!
If this escalator doesn't start moving shortly, I'm gonna be late for work!
Big brother 5 organisers were a little disappointed at the crowd turnout
1)Trains late again ?
2)The only way is up ?
3)I'll have one pint of what he's drinking.
4)Train price increases were not popular ?
5)Stairway to heaven ?
"I'm stuck in Manhattan and don't know how I got here.."
There was less of a queue here than at Carsten Höller at the Tate Modern.
The slide idea from the Tate Modern caught on fast.
Yoga for beginners: Position 1 - The Worm
Stand clear of the doze
Central Lyin'
I don't know whether I'm coming or going either.
"Can I go on the swings now please mum?"
Once upon a time .....An unidentified man greets New Year In his dreams.
" Maybe the Acme Mega-Magnet from great aunt Doris wasn't the best thing to carry in a rucksack on New Years eve . . ."
True, it's a bit more comfy than the railway track ...
Railway Sleeper
Have your tube prices gone-up again while I've been a sleep?
James had to cover his eyes before going on the big slide.
his tiredness began to escalate
Please mind the nap.
Shame ...he used to be a test pilot for Stannah y'know
he had to admit it was an original place to build a slide
New Year, New Year, so good he slept right through it.
a vision of the future of manhatten, people sleeping and not partying! Goodbye to the city that never used to sleep and hello to Zzzzzzzzzzz-town
Ouch! That slide's got far too many bumps on it.
New Years Leave
narcolepsy problem escalates
My life is full of ups and downs
New York, New York, it's a wonderful town,
My tea came up and my battery's down,
And I’ve just slid down a hole in the ground,
New York, New York, it's a wonderful town.
Military housing sleeping quaters are in need of a lift after disabled soldiers enter the establishment.
...We're imbibing on the escalator of life...
"Wheeeeeeeeeeeee!"
Bob always wanted to know what it was like to be elevated
A step in the wrong direction
Shattered new-year Choo shoes didn't get very far.
"This is your customer services manager. At the present time we are waiting for the designated driver. Your continued patience is appreciated."
"Perhaps if I'd cut holes for the eyes first.."
Somewhere under the portmanteau
When are the going to stop partying and switch the lights out?
After working hard to justify yet another tax on commuters, exhausted Ken had a nap in the 1 place no one could afford to look.
I want to make someone a hero.
The delegation from the nation's celebrations sleeps off the stations escalations
Like, feel the vibes, man.
Commuter 'staired' in his sleep.
Train-spotting for the seriously idle..
Eminem – the wilderness years
The militant underground wing of Narcoleptics Anonymous
Subway Base Jumper sues Parachute Manafacturer
Badly tagged luggage confuses computerised Heathrow Baggage Conveyor
The fare rises came as a shock to some travellers.
subconscious
escalated blood alcohol level....
Alco-plop
The new rubbish chute seemed to work just fine.
The leg-room on these flights is amazing.
Can I peek yet?
(Dream) There's a lady who's sure all that glitters is gold and she's buying a stairway to heaven
I'm going to lie here until those steps stop moving.
New Year's Resolution: just take the escalator!
Are the Pearly gates open yet??
Missed the last train home and no I did not have one to many
Giant metal slides have been introduced in the new york metro system... Commuters are now to lie down and enjoy their ride down to the tracks..... This latest descending revelation has left escalotors bare.....
After a quiet night out, Prince Harry was flummoxed; the stairs to his bedroom weren't moving..
Spirit d'escalier.
"Please Leave The New Year Behind Before Boarding the Train"
"Ish Bad Enuff When The Floor Dont Move!!"
Despite being dragged to safety from the New York subway tracks, Cameron Hollopeter was not going to be amused when he eventually woke up.
Luckily for Doherty, he hadn't felt the "Stand on the Right" signs on his way down.
Even broken-down escalators couldn't stop Steve reaching the bottom floor
Tourists forced to use stairs as reveler falls asleep on the emergency stop button.
Babyshambles U.S. tour opens in New York
His last train of thought just left
Mornington Crescent: The Wilderness Years.
How far will £3.99 get you on the undergound?
"Don't think much to the alternative, underground scene."
Escalating problem for youngsters sleeping rough.
Kate Moss marriage denial 'not untrue' according to source.
Riding the midnight express
The MOD unvails the barracks design for the new and improved 24 person sleeping units.
"whatdidcha do with me Bud....?"
The Abu Graib New year's bash ended in predictable fashion.
Can you tell me the easiest way to get on a train lying down, I know there has to be one! Good night and good year everyone!
Gary Condit! What did you do to the Ipswich prostitutes, and who do you do it for? Did you do it at your flat on the corner of London Road and Linnet Street, like the British Sergeant I saw you dispose of in 1977?
'New York Slumberway'
"... and young Herbert lofts Glenn McGrath for yet another massive six ... mumble, mumble ..."
1)A Railway Sleeper ?
2)Off the rails ?
3)Sleeping lag?
Dave´s drink problems were escalating.
New Year First Footing.
All out for 6.
Escalator Over the Ill
Is This The Way To Glam A Pillow?
Stairway to (two thousand and) Seven
That helter-skelter was a bit straight, wasn't it?
Railway sleeper
Immovable object meets immovable object
The Playground Slide tester's day off.
Good job somebody pressed the 'Stop' button on this thing!
Apparently they used to leave them on trolleys in corridors
Daniel tried to appear unfazed while waiting on the vasectomy clinic conveyor belt.
Commuter baffled by stairs that don't move
What time does the next Godot arrive?
Which platform is the Northern Line, again?
Merry Christmas from all at the Farepak Distribution Centre.
Cccccccccccc...It would be Zzzzzzzzz but I don't know all the alphabet.
Underground, overground
We've had a party
I'm feeling a bit ill now
and I so need a wee...
Resting before the final push to the summit at Tottenham Court Road
Are you brave enough to ride...'The Escalator'
The Marylebone tube station upgrade included a slide that didn't quite work. Train travellers devasted.
Passengers discover that the ticket price increases include cheap hotel accomodation in response to the new timetable changes
Up the wooden stairs for the Bedfordshire train arriving at Platform 2
Going Slumberground
CAPTION :- I DON'T KNOW WHETHER I'M COMING OR GOING !!!
The dangers of falling asleep at the top of an escalator!
A night on the stiles.
Duncan Fletcher denied lying down on the job
The decision as to whether to go up or not was just to much for one man to take.
Banksy, is that you?
I'll just lie here for a bit its bigger than my room anyway
Brian didn't like the stairs so he waited for the lift..
Since the demise of the Lunchtime Bonus Question I've lost all my motivation.
Cool slide. And no queues!
He fell asleep at the top, remembers having dream about being on a slide.
the end of another up and down year!
New York Post: "Guy nearly dies by touching rails!"
Wake me up before you go-go
Has the slide finished yet?
Sod the rat race!
Wonder Boy Robin tries out the new Bat-Slide at Grand Central Station