Geedee Posted October 11, 2023 Share Posted October 11, 2023 6 minutes ago, sheffield_dave said: One thing that always puzzles me when people raise "How will we pay for it?!" on the topic of moving from or upgrading Hillsborough.. Where do folk think Oxford are finding £100m from? Its virtually certainly a long term commercial mortgage of some description they wont need to find £100m. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sheffield_dave Posted October 11, 2023 Share Posted October 11, 2023 5 minutes ago, Geedee said: Its virtually certainly a long term commercial mortgage of some description they wont need to find £100m. Oh yeah I know. The point I'm making is that when it comes to big infrastructure/community projects, there is always a way. People shrug off any improvements to Hillsborough thinking you need £100m sat in the bank as cash to pay for it. Oxford almost certainly don't. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamsandwich Posted October 12, 2023 Share Posted October 12, 2023 22 hours ago, sheffield_dave said: Oh yeah I know. The point I'm making is that when it comes to big infrastructure/community projects, there is always a way. People shrug off any improvements to Hillsborough thinking you need £100m sat in the bank as cash to pay for it. Oxford almost certainly don't. In addition to their playing facilities, the Os' plan to incorporate a 180-bed hotel, restaurant, conference centre and health and wellbeing space. They also aim to build a community plaza, featuring a new club shop as well as further retail, restaurant, bar and cafe facilities. 1) commerical facilities "Pay" for the dev 2) Local councils offer brownfield sites and funding for regen Rebuilding Hillsborough would never benefit from this. If we moved to DV or somewhere else we might get the benefit. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burnsie Posted October 12, 2023 Share Posted October 12, 2023 47 minutes ago, jamsandwich said: In addition to their playing facilities, the Os' plan to incorporate a 180-bed hotel, restaurant, conference centre and health and wellbeing space. They also aim to build a community plaza, featuring a new club shop as well as further retail, restaurant, bar and cafe facilities. 1) commerical facilities "Pay" for the dev 2) Local councils offer brownfield sites and funding for regen Rebuilding Hillsborough would never benefit from this. If we moved to DV or somewhere else we might get the benefit. I get the feeling that Chancer will never be savy (sp!) to enquire about these type of deals or opportunities 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamsandwich Posted October 12, 2023 Share Posted October 12, 2023 9 hours ago, Burnsie said: I get the feeling that Chancer will never be savy (sp!) to enquire about these type of deals or opportunities there’s absolutely no demand for a hotel or conference facilities in S6 pigs get a bit of business because they’re close to the train station and parkway. We get fizz all. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burnsie Posted October 12, 2023 Share Posted October 12, 2023 (edited) 8 minutes ago, jamsandwich said: there’s absolutely no demand for a hotel or conference facilities in S6 pigs get a bit of business because they’re close to the train station and parkway. We get fizz all. I thought that the hotel had closed down? Ps I was talking more generally such as the 2008 world cup plans which had community infrastructure and we're probably going to be paid for by government grants, etc Edited October 12, 2023 by Burnsie 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alanharper Posted October 12, 2023 Share Posted October 12, 2023 Oxford moving from their ground that's way out of town to the south, by building one way out of town to the north instead. It's like us building a new ground in Rotherham, although I guess land in Oxford itself costs a fortune so can see why they're doing it. Hopefully the new one will be easier to get to. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Animis Posted October 18, 2023 Share Posted October 18, 2023 Newcastle United Looking To Expand St James’ Park The Newcastle United owners are looking to significantly extend St James’ Park, in an attempt to expand the capacity up to 65,000. With an extra 13,000 seats made available it would be a massive boost to the many fans who find themselves now locked out of St James’ Park. With recent successes since the takeover seeing a significant rise in the demand for tickets it would be a significant boost for both club and supporters, as Newcastle United look to compete on and off the pitch. It would also see the stadium become the second biggest in the Premier League, behind Manchester United’s much maligned Old Trafford being the first. The Magpies have started a feasibility study to look into the possibility of expanding St James' Park with several specialists architects being consulted and manager Eddie Howe would certainly welcome the prospect of the backing of an even bigger stadium. A number of experts in the field have been invited in with effectively a blank sheet of paper to see how many more seats Newcastle could get in the stadium at a time when thousands of supporters have been locked out of St James' on match days because of the intense demand for tickets. Any development would be complex, but the owners remain committed to exhausting every possible avenue rather than building a new arena elsewhere. An expansion of the East Stand is complicated due to listed buildings directly behind it. Meanwhile, it is also suggested that there is little chance of being able to demolish the Leazes Terrace. Finding a potential solution to this is one of the many challenges Newcastle face, but it is worth noting there have been a number of encouraging breakthroughs in modern engineering methods in recent years. Newcastle have also bought back the land at Strawberry Place behind the Gallowgate End and, although a new fan zone will open here next spring, it will only have an initial lifespan of three years as the club explore potential long term uses for the site. Chief executive Darren Eales says the plans to increase the capacity of St James’ Park are underway with a remit to dream big. Newcastle are massively oversubscribed for season ticket demand and sell out their 52,500 capacity for home games. The Gallowgate End or the East Stand, hemmed in by listed buildings, could be extended. Eales said: “Part of the feasibility is how big is the scale. What is the demand? What do we think is a realistic number. We are looking at the stadium and saying, 'What is possible?'. Everyone now is an architect, everyone has a view on what you can and can't do at St James' Park. We have engaged experts to look at everything and tell us what we could do. Don't think of cost, then we look at it and say 'these are our possibilities'.” 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Animis Posted February 7 Share Posted February 7 I was going to post this in the Everton in trouble thread - maybe not off it... Everton Launch Village Street And Trinity Place Bar At New Stadium Everton is proud to reveal the fourth and final phase of ‘ALL’ seasonal memberships at the club’s iconic new waterfront stadium. Village Street and Trinity Place Bar, located in the West and East Stands respectively, offer supporters the chance to experience a range of vibrant bars and traditional style pubs that will entertain Evertonians on matchdays within the stadium footprint. ‘ALL’ delivers a revolutionary re‑set of traditional football hospitality by allowing supporters to choose from a variety of bars, restaurants and experiences at Everton Stadium, designed to reflect the matchday rituals of fans. Ranging from fine dining and international cuisine restaurants to sports bars, traditional pubs and tapas‑style venues, the choice of ‘ALL’ experiences on offer at Everton Stadium are unprecedented. They are also proving hugely popular, with the three earlier phases selling out ahead of schedule a demonstration of the demand for this new approach to premium experiences. This final phase incorporates names that are clearly associated with the fabric of Everton’s history and which are set to become go‑to destinations before and after home games. Access to either Village Street or Trinity Place Bar is offered through a seasonal membership, which includes food and drink as well as some of the best seats in the stadium, spanning the half‑way line. Village Street Village Street takes its name from the road in the city where St Domingo’s FC became Everton Football Club in 1879. It will now become home to a new era of matchday memories. Located in the heart of the west stand, this vibrant pre‑match destination is home to four individual pub and bar spaces, offering a unique experience never seen in football. All offer different types of food and have been inspired by moments in the Club’s history, as well as legendary players and managers. The Queens Head One of two traditional pubs, The Queens Head, is named after the historic Village Street hostelry where, in November 1879, local football team St. Domingo’s FC was renamed Everton Football Club. The design of The Queen’s Head will provide a modern tribute to the aesthetics of the old pub, with a wooden bar and rich upholstery as well as a traditional beer menu. A second authentic pub, inspired by the vibrant matchday spirit of Evertonians, will help to be shaped by supporters to replicate the sights and sounds of traditional fan‑favourite public houses. Kendall’s on Village Street Also taking its place on Village Street is Kendall’s, a lively social bar named in honour of one of Everton’s finest players, and the Club’s greatest ever manager, Howard Kendall. This contemporary social space will offer supporters a vibrant place to enjoy some authentic beers and enjoy pre‑and post‑match entertainment. Dixie’s Sports Bar Dixie’s Sports Bar, named after the iconic Dixie Dean, completes the Village Street establishments and features big screens and televisions to keep track of all the latest sporting action from around the world. All seasonal memberships for Village Street are inclusive of food, wines, beers and soft drinks, for pre‑match and half time. In addition to access to any of the four pubs and bars, members also benefit from premium padded seats spanning the half‑way line in the upper tier of the West Stand. Trinity Place Bar The second membership on offer is Trinity Place Bar, located in the east stand, adjacent to the Fan Plaza. The name is instantly synonymous with Everton fans of all ages through its link to the Club’s ‘Holy Trinity’ – Howard Kendall, Colin Harvey and Alan Ball. Trinity Place Bar celebrates the Club’s history through immersive media and treasured memorabilia, which members can explore each matchday. Live entertainment adds to the pre‑match atmosphere and fans can stay close to the pre‑match build‑up across the many big screens. A key feature of Trinity Place is the striking central island bar, making it the perfect space for Evertonians to socialise, eat and drink within in a unique matchday environment. As well as complimentary drinks and a choice of freshly prepared street food dishes, Trinity Place Bar members also enjoy direct access to some of the best views the stadium has to offer on the halfway line, close to the pitch and with convenient access to the bar. Village Street and Trinity Place Bar complete the Club’s innovative portfolio of bars, restaurants and experiences available to all supporters at Everton Stadium, with demand for both these memberships unprecedented. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kirksandallowl Posted February 7 Share Posted February 7 Wait, they're selling early bird season tickets for the pub? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamsandwich Posted February 7 Share Posted February 7 Are the pubs open in the week? or just matchdays. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamsandwich Posted February 7 Share Posted February 7 28 minutes ago, kirksandallowl said: Wait, they're selling early bird season tickets for the pub? presumably so they arent packed when a game is on Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kirksandallowl Posted February 7 Share Posted February 7 3 minutes ago, jamsandwich said: presumably so they arent packed when a game is on Door staff to control numbers? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adem Poric Posted February 8 Share Posted February 8 It' a hospitality membership. Guarantees seats in the restaurants and pubs in the stadium and you get food and drink included. You pay about 3 grand and get the package plus the season tickets. They certainly need the money. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nero Posted February 8 Share Posted February 8 Savvy clubs will monetise every part of the fan experience that they can. Its a very Americanised approach. I thank the lord that my days watching Wednesday have been in a real stadium after going in real pubs with proper fans. The future is going to be very different. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kirksandallowl Posted February 8 Share Posted February 8 But nobody sells stuff for next season this early..........Oh 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Animis Posted March 1 Share Posted March 1 Oxford United: AFL Architects submits plans for Oxford United stadium: AFL Architects has submitted plans for a 16,000-seat stadium near Kidlington for Oxford United FC. The scheme would be the UK’s first all-electric stadium and would be part of a wider mixed-use development including a 180-room hotel. A conference centre, event space and a health and wellbeing centre would also be built under the plans, which have been lodged with Cherwell district council. The League One club’s history would be incorporated into design features, including a modern interpretation of the landmark arch at the Manor Ground, where it used to play its home games before the site was sold and turned into a hospital 20 years ago, at the entrance. Oxford United development director Jon Clarke said the submission of a full planning application was a “significant milestone” for the club. “We have taken the opportunity to create something truly incredible that not only places the visitor experience at its heart but is sustainable and will deliver huge benefits to our community and economy,” he said. It comes after Oxfordshire county council granted consent for the club to lease land known as the Triangle for the stadium scheme. The club’s lease at its current 12,500-seat Kassam Stadium, where it has been based since 2001, ends in 2026. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rogers Posted March 2 Share Posted March 2 On 07/02/2024 at 23:53, Animis said: I was going to post this in the Everton in trouble thread - maybe not off it... Everton Launch Village Street And Trinity Place Bar At New Stadium Everton is proud to reveal the fourth and final phase of ‘ALL’ seasonal memberships at the club’s iconic new waterfront stadium. Village Street and Trinity Place Bar, located in the West and East Stands respectively, offer supporters the chance to experience a range of vibrant bars and traditional style pubs that will entertain Evertonians on matchdays within the stadium footprint. ‘ALL’ delivers a revolutionary re‑set of traditional football hospitality by allowing supporters to choose from a variety of bars, restaurants and experiences at Everton Stadium, designed to reflect the matchday rituals of fans. Ranging from fine dining and international cuisine restaurants to sports bars, traditional pubs and tapas‑style venues, the choice of ‘ALL’ experiences on offer at Everton Stadium are unprecedented. They are also proving hugely popular, with the three earlier phases selling out ahead of schedule a demonstration of the demand for this new approach to premium experiences. This final phase incorporates names that are clearly associated with the fabric of Everton’s history and which are set to become go‑to destinations before and after home games. Access to either Village Street or Trinity Place Bar is offered through a seasonal membership, which includes food and drink as well as some of the best seats in the stadium, spanning the half‑way line. Village Street Village Street takes its name from the road in the city where St Domingo’s FC became Everton Football Club in 1879. It will now become home to a new era of matchday memories. Located in the heart of the west stand, this vibrant pre‑match destination is home to four individual pub and bar spaces, offering a unique experience never seen in football. All offer different types of food and have been inspired by moments in the Club’s history, as well as legendary players and managers. The Queens Head One of two traditional pubs, The Queens Head, is named after the historic Village Street hostelry where, in November 1879, local football team St. Domingo’s FC was renamed Everton Football Club. The design of The Queen’s Head will provide a modern tribute to the aesthetics of the old pub, with a wooden bar and rich upholstery as well as a traditional beer menu. A second authentic pub, inspired by the vibrant matchday spirit of Evertonians, will help to be shaped by supporters to replicate the sights and sounds of traditional fan‑favourite public houses. Kendall’s on Village Street Also taking its place on Village Street is Kendall’s, a lively social bar named in honour of one of Everton’s finest players, and the Club’s greatest ever manager, Howard Kendall. This contemporary social space will offer supporters a vibrant place to enjoy some authentic beers and enjoy pre‑and post‑match entertainment. Dixie’s Sports Bar Dixie’s Sports Bar, named after the iconic Dixie Dean, completes the Village Street establishments and features big screens and televisions to keep track of all the latest sporting action from around the world. All seasonal memberships for Village Street are inclusive of food, wines, beers and soft drinks, for pre‑match and half time. In addition to access to any of the four pubs and bars, members also benefit from premium padded seats spanning the half‑way line in the upper tier of the West Stand. Trinity Place Bar The second membership on offer is Trinity Place Bar, located in the east stand, adjacent to the Fan Plaza. The name is instantly synonymous with Everton fans of all ages through its link to the Club’s ‘Holy Trinity’ – Howard Kendall, Colin Harvey and Alan Ball. Trinity Place Bar celebrates the Club’s history through immersive media and treasured memorabilia, which members can explore each matchday. Live entertainment adds to the pre‑match atmosphere and fans can stay close to the pre‑match build‑up across the many big screens. A key feature of Trinity Place is the striking central island bar, making it the perfect space for Evertonians to socialise, eat and drink within in a unique matchday environment. As well as complimentary drinks and a choice of freshly prepared street food dishes, Trinity Place Bar members also enjoy direct access to some of the best views the stadium has to offer on the halfway line, close to the pitch and with convenient access to the bar. Village Street and Trinity Place Bar complete the Club’s innovative portfolio of bars, restaurants and experiences available to all supporters at Everton Stadium, with demand for both these memberships unprecedented. Kendall’s…he liked a drink. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rogers Posted March 2 Share Posted March 2 The Oxford stadium sounds like it’s been properly thought out Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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