screm 8,057 Posted December 2, 2022 1 hour ago, alang said: That sums it up really.£13 last year with concession to £20 this year with no concession is over 50% increase. I realise looking at the crowds a big number will be concessions so can see why their business model says cut out concessions to increase income but not for me at those prices.Won't be back. I hadn't realised there is no concession as I would be paying full price, that makes it even worse. Hopefully the club will reconsider their decision as this one makes no sense at all as its asking a fairly large part of their fan base to pay a £7 increase at a time when going to a speedway meeting will be well down the list of priorities to most people. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jaizer 2,864 Posted December 2, 2022 No concessions been in place at Glasgow for quite a few years now. While disappointing think the logic was that a large percentage of regulars fall into the over 65 category and have, in most cases, more disposable income than a lot of under 65s. I know my old man has far more than me!! Honestly can see the argument from both sides but you'd think could take a couple quid off for pensioners at least 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mike0310 660 Posted December 2, 2022 My team Plymouth are doing no concessions this year either due to people abusing it last year but are keeping admission prices the same as last year as the promoter said he understands the climate we are in and all facing. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gringo 142 Posted December 2, 2022 31 minutes ago, screm said: I hadn't realised there is no concession as I would be paying full price, that makes it even worse. Hopefully the club will reconsider their decision as this one makes no sense at all as its asking a fairly large part of their fan base to pay a £7 increase at a time when going to a speedway meeting will be well down the list of priorities to most people. I wonder if George & Dick are reading this. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
secsy1 213 Posted December 2, 2022 If the 1-7 had star quality in depth, then would understand the increase due to rider payment demands. But come on paying second string and second rate riders excessive money is not the way forward. In the present economic climate, looks like several Championship clubs will be joining the lemmings. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bandit59 1,151 Posted December 2, 2022 1 hour ago, screm said: I hadn't realised there is no concession as I would be paying full price, that makes it even worse. Hopefully the club will reconsider their decision as this one makes no sense at all as its asking a fairly large part of their fan base to pay a £7 increase at a time when going to a speedway meeting will be well down the list of priorities to most people. Yes, also a lot of "older" supporters may not be able to access e tickets therefore may think twice before parting with £20 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
old bob at herne bay 828 Posted December 2, 2022 Interesting business decision. Sign Rory Schlein and slap on a 50% increase on admission charges for the majority of your spectators. Likely to lose some attendees completely, some will only turn up occasionally, and some may continue to attend. Net increase in gate receipts is doubtful…… A modest increase may have been more effective ? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
King Jamie 356 Posted December 2, 2022 Why is everyone going on about "£20"? Just purchase the individual meeting ticket online, it's only £18 (albeit probably add a 50p charge). PS your team looks iffy at best. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
StevePark 2,783 Posted December 2, 2022 16 minutes ago, King Jamie said: Why is everyone going on about "£20"? Just purchase the individual meeting ticket online, it's only £18 (albeit probably add a 50p charge). PS your team looks iffy at best. 20 minutes ago, Bandit59 said: Yes, also a lot of "older" supporters may not be able to access e tickets therefore may think twice before parting with £20 See previous post regards the "£20". I presume the NDL matches are going to be all Double Headers with CL matches, as you can't buy a Season Ticket for them separately? Maybe @crescent girl can inform? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mike0310 660 Posted December 2, 2022 If that was the case then it’s probably worth the money £20 for two meetings has that been mentioned anywhere by the Berwick promotion. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wtf 621 Posted December 2, 2022 1 hour ago, Jaizer said: No concessions been in place at Glasgow for quite a few years now. While disappointing think the logic was that a large percentage of regulars fall into the over 65 category and have, in most cases, more disposable income than a lot of under 65s. I know my old man has far more than me!! Honestly can see the argument from both sides but you'd think could take a couple quid off for pensioners at least The unfortunate facts are that as per ONS statistics the over 65s are the wealthiest group of people in the country. They as a group have the largest amount of capital, and whilst like any group of people by age there are some who are not well off, as a whole they have the most disposable income. Most under 65's have higher incomes, but are still paying mortgages and funding kids and god knows what else. But from a business point of view, when presented with those facts, it does seem a little absurd to be offering a discount to your wealthiest customers. I'll now stand back and wait for all the over 65's to explode as to how ageist these statistics are Remember folks, this is a group of people as a whole. It may well not apply in YOUR personal case. 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
secsy1 213 Posted December 2, 2022 23 minutes ago, wtf said: The unfortunate facts are that as per ONS statistics the over 65s are the wealthiest group of people in the country. They as a group have the largest amount of capital, and whilst like any group of people by age there are some who are not well off, as a whole they have the most disposable income. Most under 65's have higher incomes, but are still paying mortgages and funding kids and god knows what else. But from a business point of view, when presented with those facts, it does seem a little absurd to be offering a discount to your wealthiest customers. I'll now stand back and wait for all the over 65's to explode as to how ageist these statistics are Remember folks, this is a group of people as a whole. It may well not apply in YOUR personal case. Of course, many have disposable income, many do not. They have at least worked for that money and keep adult children into their thirties who will not work. But I will not pay £20 for second rate entertainment from money grabbing riders who already and are playing the system and clubs. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
screm 8,057 Posted December 2, 2022 1 hour ago, StevePark said: See previous post regards the "£20". I presume the NDL matches are going to be all Double Headers with CL matches, as you can't buy a Season Ticket for them separately? Maybe @crescent girl can inform? With a reduction in Championship home meetings would Berwick really want to run double headers with so many free Saturday`s. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Normski 1,316 Posted December 2, 2022 2 minutes ago, screm said: With a reduction in Championship home meetings would Berwick really want to run double headers with so many free Saturday`s. Plus at the moment 6 teams have confirmed so far for the NDL with Armadale and Mildenhall still in limbo Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bandit59 1,151 Posted December 2, 2022 1 hour ago, StevePark said: See previous post regards the "£20". I presume the NDL matches are going to be all Double Headers with CL matches, as you can't buy a Season Ticket for them separately? Maybe @crescent girl can inform? Don't think so Share this post Link to post Share on other sites