Matchday Ticket Prices (56 Viewers)

wingy

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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.
It shouldn't be compared with an annual or one off event, we'll see what the outcome is in the future.
 

pusbccfc

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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.

Fully agree but we'll continue to build with kids having cheap season tickets. That's the priority.
 

rob9872

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Not entirely true. A Merlin pass, comparable to a ST is £300 for a kid 4+ who is over 90cm.
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).
 

fernandopartridge

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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.

We are always told that football fans are special, not just consumers or tourists
 
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pusbccfc

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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).

It's not, you need a platinum pass to visit during school holidays and bank holidays.
 

rob9872

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It's not, you need a platinum pass to visit during school holidays and bank holidays.
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.
 

wingy

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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.
Class it as enternment, like the energy sector,pricing equivelence,batshit really.
 

duffer

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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.

Respect you for that mate (painful as it is to admit it). 😁

In truth though, where would we start, the game's gone mad! Would obligatory fan representation or even part-ownership help with this?

Anyway, whilst you ponder on that, I've saved you a nice spot on the barricades, comrade! Come and join us (red flag optional).
 

pusbccfc

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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.

Definitely but for kids specifically, they are limited to weekends and holidays.

Ultimately, my point was kids are charged exactly the same as Merlin as adults for their equivalent. It's becoming a trend in a lot of entertainment places and not just football.

Unfortunately we live in a world where the greedy bosses at the top could not give a toss who comes in to their stadium or venue. They feel like kids undervalue adults who would otherwise take the space of a kid.
 

Major Tom

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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.
 
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rob9872

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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.
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.
 

djr8369

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I don’t like it but ultimately it’s about maximising revenue and I imagine they will have done a bit of modelling to generate the pricing.
 

shepardo01

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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!!!!
 

Ccfcisparks

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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
 

rob9872

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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!!!!


Club have always said season ticket is best value - agree, but it's not about that. It's entertainment choices and people would've purchased a season ticket if they could afford one. What about away games where we'll likely be charged the same? All that means is both clubs benefit the same, fans lose out and the playing field is level.

There will be clubs charging similar. For Cat A not A+, but even A is unpalatable. And the kids pricing is disgusting.

Do we want to be competitive!?! Not fussed, we have been before and grown organically. It's more sustainable
(Competing with Southampton/Leicester/Ipswich/Birmingham/Wrexham/Sheffield United etc)

Where else, is our revenue coming from? We don't own our ground!!!! TV funding, sponsorship, parking, food and beverage, player sales. For bad PR and crazy levels that will become the norm, it won't actually generate that much revenue compared with our budget and certainly not the difference of if we go up or not when competing with parachute payments at £50m.
 

Chicken Mcgraw

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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

@Matt smith you gotta get some dirt back on him to stop this Gnanduillet stuff 😂😂
 

clint van damme

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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.

King is fleecing the fans, that's why people think it!
And let me be clear, I'm referring purely to kids prices which has been a long time gripe of mine.
No issue with ST or adult prices.
And I really don't get the arguments comparing our pricing to other forms of entertain, one off events are not the same as a week in week out commitment to a football club.
 

Major Tom

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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.
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.
 

wingy

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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!!!!
Benefial at this point unless there's something I can't get my head around!
 

biggymania

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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
This is so obviously fake - didn't say "Join the journey" once or "in the arena". And we all know he spells it Ciddy.
 

AOM

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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

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fatso

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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.
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.
If not, then maybe he will lower them in future.

Supply and demand,

We can hardly moan when he's put his own hand in his pocket and invested heavily.

Those who bought season tickets have got great value, those who dont want to pay the premium can always find free ways to stream the games.
 

SBT

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We are always told that football fans are special, not just consumers or tourists
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.
 

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