It shouldn't be compared with an annual or one off event, we'll see what the outcome is in the future.
It shouldn't be compared with an annual or one off event, we'll see what the outcome is in the future.Cat.A+ games are excessive but rest of games probably comparable to other days out......
Harry Potter World this saturday 6:30pm. Adult £56.Child £45.
Madame Tussauds this saturday Adult £35. Child £32.
Warwick Castle Adult this Saturday adult £31. Child £31 ex.VAT.
Maybe cheaper family tickets available to be fair.
Maybe it'll force those one off events upwards but I doubt it.It shouldn't be compared with an annual or one off event, we'll see what the outcome is in the future.
I've been trying to buy online tickets several times no problem last year as I was registered, but website won't accept my supporter no or passwordMaybe it'll force those one off events upwards but I doubt it.
But the circumstances are slightly different.
No kids concessions for a major star who plays Wembley isn't going to affect sales for their next visit in 5 years time.
We need to keep developing our fan base.
It's been a major gripe of mine while also appreciatiing that from King's point of view, he's probably not interested in what's going yo happen here in 10 years time.
And you'd go to each of those once, possibly twice. Football isn't a one off attraction for most.
That's for a Platinum Pass which is comparable with the Mahou Lounge. You can have a standard pass for £99 and gain entry on 200 days (so less than 50p each visit if you really wanted maximum value).Not entirely true. A Merlin pass, comparable to a ST is £300 for a kid 4+ who is over 90cm.
Cat.A+ games are excessive but rest of games probably comparable to other days out......
Harry Potter World this saturday 6:30pm. Adult £56.Child £45.
Madame Tussauds this saturday Adult £35. Child £32.
Warwick Castle Adult this Saturday adult £31. Child £31 ex.VAT.
Maybe cheaper family tickets available to be fair.
That's for a Platinum Pass which is comparable with the Mahou Lounge. You can have a standard pass for £99 and gain entry on 200 days (so less than 50p each visit if you really wanted maximum value).
We are always told that football fans are special, not just consumers or tourists
Possibly the worst time to go although the standard covers you for 200 other days. Tbh you could argue your season ticket is only 23 times - certainly not allowed in the off season and then pay again for cup games similar to your analogy. I know you're only trying to prove a comparison, but I really don't see any. It's an appalling price whether people choose pay for it or not. If you think it's fine that's your choice but I can't agree.It's not, you need a platinum pass to visit during school holidays and bank holidays.
Class it as enternment, like the energy sector,pricing equivelence,batshit really.Possibly the worst time to go although the standard covers you for 200 other days. Tbh you could argue your season ticket is only 23 times - certainly not allowed in the off season and then pay again for cup games similar to your analogy. I know you're only trying to prove a comparison, but I really don't see any. It's an appalling price whether people choose pay for it or not. If you think it's fine that's your choice but I can't agree.
We have a politics thread with over 1,500 pages and mostly full of the most socialist views out there, and yet I find myself (generally more of a capitalist backer) debating on the side that the prices are too high and greedy because everyone craves the next Messi.
Historically I've been against salary caps, but I've now concluded that something needs to happen to regulate the whole industry with wages, agents, transfers and ticket prices.
Possibly the worst time to go although the standard covers you for 200 other days. Tbh you could argue your season ticket is only 23 times - certainly not allowed in the off season and then pay again for cup games similar to your analogy. I know you're only trying to prove a comparison, but I really don't see any. It's an appalling price whether people choose pay for it or not. If you think it's fine that's your choice but I can't agree.
I sat here for way to long thinking about why someone would want to go to the Mahou Lounge 200 days a year before I realised you meant MerlinThat's for a Platinum Pass which is comparable with the Mahou Lounge. You can have a standard pass for £99 and gain entry on 200 days (so less than 50p each visit if you really wanted maximum value).
Not anymore. We are consumers. The game we remember has long gone.
Like a lot of things in life.
Depends on your aspirations. He absolutely wants us to get to the premier league because that's where he gets to sell and a big return on his investment, I get it. Me - I'm happy flirting along on a lower budget, cutting our cloth accordingly, trusting our coaching team to get every inch out of the squad that they can and hoping it's enough to either get us up there or have a cup run. We've been spoilt over the past few seasons and I hope it continues, but if the arse does fall out of it, those of us remaining will continue to pay over the odds (because once out of the bottle it's not going back in) and if it implodes, paying even more for sub-standard fayre. Tbh I've enjoyed growing organically, visiting lots of new grounds and I'm ok consolidating in the Championship. Let's be honest, if we do manage to go up, we'll get slapped about most weeks.Gonna get shot down for this but. - Why do people think King is fleecing fans and club here.. where do they think the money is going?... new 5 mil pound players fees and their wages need paying somehow. TV revenue and kit sales are only part of the revenue stream. The costs of running the club I would expect are rapidly going up, as any business or household knows. We made a loss last year and may do this year too even with increased prices.
What's the alternative.. players wages cap, buy cheaper players and sell our best assets, that didn't work before did it. Or maybe we could shut parts of the ground or employ people who are willing to work for less than the market rate.
Ok, not read thread, only just seen prices.
Club have always said season ticket is best value.
There will be clubs charging similar.
Do we want to be competitive!?!
(Competing with Southampton/Leicester/Ipswich/Birmingham/Wrexham/Sheffield United etc)
Where else, is our revenue coming from? We don't own our ground!!!!
Well King has already released a message
To all Sky Blues fans,
Let’s not beat around the bush—ticket prices are going up. And yes, they’re higher than before. But if we’re serious about taking this club to the next level, then it’s time to face facts: success costs money.
We’ve made huge strides in recent seasons, and we’re not about to slow down. But ambition isn’t cheap. Whether it’s strengthening the squad, improving facilities, or building a club that can genuinely compete, we need the financial firepower to back it up.
So here it is: if you want Coventry City to succeed, you’re going to have to suck it up. That means accepting that higher prices are part of the journey. We’re not doing this to line pockets—we’re doing it to win.
And speaking of winning, we’re close to finalizing a deal for Armand Gnanduillet. He’s a player who can make a real impact, and we’re working hard to get it over the line.
Thanks for sticking with us. The future’s bright—if we all pull in the same direction.
Doug King
Executive Chairman
Coventry City Football Club
all fun and games
Gonna get shot down for this but. - Why do people think King is fleecing fans and club here.. where do they think the money is going?... new 5 mil pound players fees and their wages need paying somehow. TV revenue and kit sales are only part of the revenue stream. The costs of running the club I would expect are rapidly going up, as any business or household knows. We made a loss last year and may do this year too even with increased prices.
What's the alternative.. players wages cap, buy cheaper players and sell our best assets, that didn't work before did it. Or maybe we could shut parts of the ground or employ people who are willing to work for less than the market rate.
The prices are crazy high I agree from someone who used to pay cash into the west end and go to gigs for a few quid. But hey, I would rather spend over £400 on a season ticket to see my club than buy an inflated Oasis ticket or go to the O2 any day.
I agree, but I think prices still need to go up just to tread water in the Championship. Im with you I love watching us win most games at home and be a competitive side in a quality league. If we get promoted it may well price me out and I certainly wouldn't enjoy getting taught a lesson each week.Depends on your aspirations. He absolutely wants us to get to the premier league because that's where he gets to sell and a big return on his investment, I get it. Me - I'm happy flirting along on a lower budget, cutting our cloth accordingly, trusting our coaching team to get every inch out of the squad that they can and hoping it's enough to either get us up there or have a cup run. We've been spoilt over the past few seasons and I hope it continues, but if the arse does fall out of it, those of us remaining will continue to pay over the odds (because once out of the bottle it's not going back in) and if it implodes, paying even more for sub-standard fayre. Tbh I've enjoyed growing organically, visiting lots of new grounds and I'm ok consolidating in the Championship. Let's be honest, if we do manage to go up, we'll get slapped about most weeks.
Benefial at this point unless there's something I can't get my head around!Ok, not read thread, only just seen prices.
Club have always said season ticket is best value.
There will be clubs charging similar.
Do we want to be competitive!?!
(Competing with Southampton/Leicester/Ipswich/Birmingham/Wrexham/Sheffield United etc)
Where else, is our revenue coming from? We don't own our ground!!!!
This is so obviously fake - didn't say "Join the journey" once or "in the arena". And we all know he spells it Ciddy.Well King has already released a message
To all Sky Blues fans,
Let’s not beat around the bush—ticket prices are going up. And yes, they’re higher than before. But if we’re serious about taking this club to the next level, then it’s time to face facts: success costs money.
We’ve made huge strides in recent seasons, and we’re not about to slow down. But ambition isn’t cheap. Whether it’s strengthening the squad, improving facilities, or building a club that can genuinely compete, we need the financial firepower to back it up.
So here it is: if you want Coventry City to succeed, you’re going to have to suck it up. That means accepting that higher prices are part of the journey. We’re not doing this to line pockets—we’re doing it to win.
And speaking of winning, we’re close to finalizing a deal for Armand Gnanduillet. He’s a player who can make a real impact, and we’re working hard to get it over the line.
Thanks for sticking with us. The future’s bright—if we all pull in the same direction.
Doug King
Executive Chairman
Coventry City Football Club
Well King has already released a message
To all Sky Blues fans,
Let’s not beat around the bush—ticket prices are going up. And yes, they’re higher than before. But if we’re serious about taking this club to the next level, then it’s time to face facts: success costs money.
We’ve made huge strides in recent seasons, and we’re not about to slow down. But ambition isn’t cheap. Whether it’s strengthening the squad, improving facilities, or building a club that can genuinely compete, we need the financial firepower to back it up.
So here it is: if you want Coventry City to succeed, you’re going to have to suck it up. That means accepting that higher prices are part of the journey. We’re not doing this to line pockets—we’re doing it to win.
And speaking of winning, we’re close to finalizing a deal for Armand Gnanduillet. He’s a player who can make a real impact, and we’re working hard to get it over the line.
Thanks for sticking with us. The future’s bright—if we all pull in the same direction.
Doug King
Executive Chairman
Coventry City Football Club
Yes the prices are extortionate. But If the games are selling out then hes justified in putting the prices up, as some idiots will pay it.Gonna get shot down for this but. - Why do people think King is fleecing fans and club here.. where do they think the money is going?... new 5 mil pound players fees and their wages need paying somehow. TV revenue and kit sales are only part of the revenue stream. The costs of running the club I would expect are rapidly going up, as any business or household knows. We made a loss last year and may do this year too even with increased prices.
What's the alternative.. players wages cap, buy cheaper players and sell our best assets, that didn't work before did it. Or maybe we could shut parts of the ground or employ people who are willing to work for less than the market rate.
The prices are crazy high I agree from someone who used to pay cash into the west end and go to gigs for a few quid. But hey, I would rather spend over £400 on a season ticket to see my club than buy an inflated Oasis ticket or go to the O2 any day.
Is Springsteen getting sober and reforming the band?
Any attempt to treat the club like any other premium family entertainment option like a theme park is doomed to failure. Football clubs are supposed to be community assets and there has to be an ongoing consideration for inspiring new generations of people to attend, Harry Potter does not have this problem.We are always told that football fans are special, not just consumers or tourists
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