I don't always have food and it's never inside the ground anymore because the prices are inflated. My routine tends to be one in Tiny Rebel before and after the game and sometimes a can at half time. I expect to pay more for a decent pint in Tiny Rebel which I don't mind paying but inside the ground it's not much cheaper for rubbish beer (either draught or can).County ranger wrote: June 11th, 2022, 4:20 pmCould I just ask do you think that the price of a pint is too high , the cost of food too high and a cuppa. I get it that you want an afternoon out but we can all go a couple of hours without food and drink and forgo them rather than expect County to keep costs down. If we wish to have a competitive side I regret we are going to have to pay for it.wattsville_boy wrote: June 11th, 2022, 2:53 pmIt seems as if they have held prices down but as they explain a standard season ticket buys you 8 "free" games this season as opposed to 9 "free" last season - so an increase but below the current rate of inflation. I think in the current cost of living crisis this is a sensible compromise.Stan A. Einstein wrote: June 10th, 2022, 10:05 pmThis is the type of post which leads to rows on this board. I will explain.daftasfxxx wrote: June 10th, 2022, 8:56 pmCan't win can theyCounty ranger wrote: June 10th, 2022, 8:06 pm We are not a charity disappointed to see general price freezes, as I assume players, backroom staff etc will want salary increases where does this lead - a lower playing budget or cash issues - keeping prices fixed will not be repaid by increased crowds - tighter personal budgets will mean people will go or they will not I don’t think £2 on a ticket would make any difference - how many people who will no doubt shout me down happily pay more for their pint!
I think that the board have made the right decision on holding prices down. Two reasons for me are that football is far too expensive. For people on limited incomes increasing a £20 to £22 does matter. By the time you have travelled to the game, bought a programme and a cup of tea, 90 minutes of Newport County costs more than a months internet connection.
County ranger takes a different view and puts a coherent argument. By doing that you can have a debate.
And there's a further point. A decision by it's very nature requires a choice between options. So apart from the no brainers, every decision will not please everyone. And those who think the decision is wrong should express why they think it's wrong. And if people are bright they listen to those with whom they disagree.
So by all means disagree with County ranger. I do. And say why you disagree. There are a few on here who always agree with the board of directors. If you want nodding dogs I suggest setting up a fan club.
I still contend that £22 for admission is too high and have been consistent every year in expressing this viewpoint. It is an expensive afternoon, because I usually have to have something to eat and I like a couple of beers (sometimes it deadens the pain) and a hot beverage before the game. So that £22 admission can often be doubled when I travel by public transport (because of the couple of beers). This season may be the first one that I buy a season ticket for. I am a semi-retired shift worker now (down to 18 hours a week) and so the likelihood of getting sufficient games to make the season ticket viable is greatly increased. Next year I'll turn 60 which greatly reduces the cost of attending matches.
I know Stan used to compare it to Cineworld. I still have my Unlimited card for them and it's £16 for as many films as I want to see a month. The comparison with football is striking. I'm sorry football is overpriced and lower prices could bring in larger crowds. It's a shame that the maximum capacity is higher at RP so that theory could be explored.