Only 250 quid to [jump the queue for*] the Seven Stars Sports bar.. [* = get in to]

[gripper stebson]

How much do you think would be an appropriate figure for the CEO?

£420,000?

 

[BUTTERBALL]

Seems like a reasonable argument.

I've always been put off by the queues in any case. The Swan i find is a good alternative for those wanting to get there earlier/stay later and they too show all the other games.

 

[Carrot Cruncher]

Now the club have finally explained the position, I kind of understand and accept it. It's been handled bloody appallingly though and information has been drip-fed. If they'd made that statement from the off, it wouldn't have caused half the ruckus it has.

Whoever was behind the origninal comms needs a bit of a bollocking.

 

[dazzer6666]

Now the club have finally explained the position, I kind of understand and accept it. It's been handled bloody appallingly though and information has been drip-fed. If they'd made that statement from the off, it wouldn't have caused half the ruckus it has.

Whoever was behind the origninal comms needs a bit of a bollocking.

Agreed.

 

[BBassic]

Now the club have finally explained the position, I kind of understand and accept it. It's been handled bloody appallingly though and information has been drip-fed. If they'd made that statement from the off, it wouldn't have caused half the ruckus it has.

Whoever was behind the origninal comms needs a bit of a bollocking.

On the one hand they've got no real responsibility to explain every decision they make but, as you say, on the other they should have anticipated that announcing a previously free use area would become an expensive members only area would probably be one of those things you give a little background to.

 

[chaileyjem]

Don't forget Barber's £460,000 a year. Poor souls.

The highest paid director (assume that's Barber) was paid £558,177 in 2014/15 down from £652,147 in 2013/14. (assume that was a bonus for new commercial deals eg: American Express/Nike)
http://www.seagulls.co.uk/documents/bha-holdings-signed-accounts-june-15229-2829507.pdf

 

[Thunder Bolt]

Now the club have finally explained the position, I kind of understand and accept it. It's been handled bloody appallingly though and information has been drip-fed. If they'd made that statement from the off, it wouldn't have caused half the ruckus it has.

Whoever was behind the origninal comms needs a bit of a bollocking.

Is the explanation any different to Barber's email in post #194? I can't see much difference, myself.

 

[MattBackHome]

Now the club have finally explained the position, I kind of understand and accept it. It's been handled bloody appallingly though and information has been drip-fed. If they'd made that statement from the off, it wouldn't have caused half the ruckus it has.

Whoever was behind the origninal comms needs a bit of a bollocking.

Agree entirely.

 

[Carrot Cruncher]

Is the explanation any different to Barber's email in post #194? I can't see much difference, myself.

No, it's virtually the same. This may shock you, but there is a life outside of NSC and the vast majority of supporters won't have seen that post, but will have received the email.

I can't really understand the point you're making.

 

[Official Old Man]

Average away fans traveling with the Albion is around 2000 and so it is my expectation that most on here don't know how well off they are at the Amex.
I visited a few aways last season and whilst some had fair facilities there were some that were awful. Charlton with a new ground had two blokes serving from an outside bar. With the new grounds being built out of town there are rarely any nearby pubs.
Certainly I don't recall any bandstands and outside ale and chippy bars any where else. Our concourse is second to none regarding layout but if I could get quicker service pre-match and half time I'd spend more. My Mum would like a seat and I often ask a kid to move so she can sit in the window sill.

 

[Thunder Bolt]

No, it's virtually the same. This may shock you, but there is a life outside of NSC and the vast majority of supporters won't have seen that post, but will have received the email.

I can't really understand the point you're making.

I wasn't making any point. I still don't see why the club are doing this. I don't see the need for the sarcasm.

 

[chaileyjem]

Average away fans traveling with the Albion is around 2000 and so it is my expectation that most on here don't know how well off they are at the Amex.
I visited a few aways last season and whilst some had fair facilities there were some that were awful. .

Agreed
Huddersfield/John Smiths Stadium - There is no concourse. They do sell beer but you have to drink it, standing in the rain.
QPR/Loftus Road - concourse is about 3 inches wide. - no choice of beers etc - pukka pies - standard fare.
Norwich - concourse looks like its from the 80s, a couple of ancient TVs, despite Delia - food is usual football ground fare
Craven Cottage - not bad - prices are hefty - some attempt at non run of the mill food etc.
Brentford - Blimey. Back in the dark ages.- lovely pubs but nothing to do with Griffin Park.

Is there really anywhere better than us in the Champ ?

 

[Ernest]

Agreed
Huddersfield/John Smiths Stadium - There is no concourse. They do sell beer but you have to drink it, standing in the rain.
QPR/Loftus Road - concourse is about 3 inches wide. - no choice of beers etc - pukka pies - standard fare.
Norwich - concourse looks like its from the 80s, a couple of ancient TVs, despite Delia - food is usual football ground fare
Craven Cottage - not bad - prices are hefty - some attempt at non run of the mill food etc.
Brentford - Blimey. Back in the dark ages.- lovely pubs but nothing to do with Griffin Park.

Is there really anywhere better than us in the Champ ?

Newcastle

 

[chaileyjem]

Newcastle

Good old Mike Ashley eh Ernie

 

[Seasider78]

Would have been better off making it another adults bar if not working as a family venue. There always seems to be a whole bars full of people queuing outside dicks which I am sure would appreciate another bar to get a drink in. Will still be amazed if anyone actually pays for this new membership

 

[Blue Valkyrie]

Would have been better off making it another adults bar if not working as a family venue. There always seems to be a whole bars full of people queuing outside dicks which I am sure would appreciate another bar to get a drink in. Will still be amazed if anyone actually pays for this new membership

I wouldn't be surprised on take up if it's a ~£20 addition to the monthly dd.

 

[Bozza]

Would have been better off making it another adults bar if not working as a family venue. There always seems to be a whole bars full of people queuing outside dicks which I am sure would appreciate another bar to get a drink in.

They have, but one where you can guarantee you won't have to queue to get in.

 

[LamieRobertson]

Agreed
Huddersfield/John Smiths Stadium - There is no concourse. They do sell beer but you have to drink it, standing in the rain.
QPR/Loftus Road - concourse is about 3 inches wide. - no choice of beers etc - pukka pies - standard fare.
Norwich - concourse looks like its from the 80s, a couple of ancient TVs, despite Delia - food is usual football ground fare
Craven Cottage - not bad - prices are hefty - some attempt at non run of the mill food etc.
Brentford - Blimey. Back in the dark ages.- lovely pubs but nothing to do with Griffin Park.

Is there really anywhere better than us in the Champ ?

What's Villa like

 

[Official Old Man]

Would have been better off making it another adults bar if not working as a family venue. There always seems to be a whole bars full of people queuing outside dicks which I am sure would appreciate another bar to get a drink in. Will still be amazed if anyone actually pays for this new membership

I would (but wont). I know of many who will knowing the kind of clientele there is in there (no kids). I pay a lot more than £250 extra to stay in a 'kids free' hotel with no queuing up for anything for 14 nights so £250 for 23 games is cheap. Still wont though.

 

[Thunder Bolt]

Agreed
Huddersfield/John Smiths Stadium - There is no concourse. They do sell beer but you have to drink it, standing in the rain.
QPR/Loftus Road - concourse is about 3 inches wide. - no choice of beers etc - pukka pies - standard fare.
Norwich - concourse looks like its from the 80s, a couple of ancient TVs, despite Delia - food is usual football ground fare
Craven Cottage - not bad - prices are hefty - some attempt at non run of the mill food etc.
Brentford - Blimey. Back in the dark ages.- lovely pubs but nothing to do with Griffin Park.

Is there really anywhere better than us in the Champ ?

Wigan, Preston and Wolves.