Daniro Posted August 3, 2023 Report Share Posted August 3, 2023 I'm back in town for a short spell and me and the current Ms Daniro fancied giving ourselves a last minute treat to watch the opening game of the season. Seems there's no decent seats left together so I'm thinking of splashing out £90 each for this package - Guest speaker - Paul Cheesley. My, I used to sing I'd walk a million miles for one his goals ... £180 to hear him speak and maybe even eat cheese from the open buffet in his presence with the complimentary bottle of Heineken!? What's not to like apart from the hefty price tag. Might be more entertaining per pound spent than a fancy restaurant for our wedding anniversary however, and the Mrs has fond memories of seeing City knock Chelsea out of the cup many moons ago. Heineken Lounge is between the Dolman and the stand formerly known as East, isn't it? Or is the whole experience too grim and the view sh!te? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redkev Posted August 3, 2023 Report Share Posted August 3, 2023 Done many a corporate at the gate , old ground & new always had a good time and throughly enjoyed the experience as for cheese great host 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OliOTIB Posted August 3, 2023 Report Share Posted August 3, 2023 1 minute ago, Daniro said: I'm back in town for a short spell and me and the current Ms Daniro fancied giving ourselves a last minute treat to watch the opening game of the season. Seems there's no decent seats left together so I'm thinking of splashing out £90 each for this package - Guest speaker - Paul Cheesley. My, I used to sing I'd walk a million miles for one his goals ... £180 to hear him speak and maybe even eat cheese from the open buffet in his presence with the complimentary bottle of Heineken!? What's not to like apart from the hefty price tag. Might be more entertaining per pound spent than a fancy restaurant for our wedding anniversary however, and the Mrs has fond memories of seeing City knock Chelsea out of the cup many moons ago. Heineken Lounge is between the Dolman and the stand formerly known as East, isn't it? Or is the whole experience too grim and the view sh!te? Heineken Lounge sign is there but believe seats are in the Lansdown/South Stand corner of the stadium (ie, where away fans used to sit in the wedlock) and they are situated relatively high up. That being said you are not getting a great view, one that would cost 30 quid usually and less than that with a membership, so hardly a premium experience when it comes to watching the game. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redkev Posted August 3, 2023 Report Share Posted August 3, 2023 Done many a corporate at the gate , old ground & new always had a good time and throughly enjoyed the experience as for cheese great host love the bit current Ms Daniro do you change them like clubs change managers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redysteadygo Posted August 3, 2023 Report Share Posted August 3, 2023 My, I used to sing I'd walk a million miles for one his goals ... cheesely? I thought this was the song forJohn Galley. 4 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kid in the Riot Posted August 3, 2023 Report Share Posted August 3, 2023 (edited) 1 hour ago, Daniro said: I'm back in town for a short spell and me and the current Ms Daniro fancied giving ourselves a last minute treat to watch the opening game of the season. Seems there's no decent seats left together so I'm thinking of splashing out £90 each for this package - Guest speaker - Paul Cheesley. My, I used to sing I'd walk a million miles for one his goals ... £180 to hear him speak and maybe even eat cheese from the open buffet in his presence with the complimentary bottle of Heineken!? What's not to like apart from the hefty price tag. Might be more entertaining per pound spent than a fancy restaurant for our wedding anniversary however, and the Mrs has fond memories of seeing City knock Chelsea out of the cup many moons ago. Heineken Lounge is between the Dolman and the stand formerly known as East, isn't it? Or is the whole experience too grim and the view sh!te? Cheese is the host. So he'll be interviewing an ex-player too, like Carey or Chris Honor. I've had mixed experiences there, and it is quite a bit of money for what it is. But you are paying for the exclusivity of having your own quiet corner of the ground with a nice bar and venue, live music and a couple of ex-players you can chat to. My main complaint is the last time I went the food was crap. But I've been when it's been good too. I reckon opening game of the season it'll be decent as the club will want everything on point. On balance, for the experience, personally I'd go for it. Edited August 3, 2023 by Kid in the Riot 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
REDOXO Posted August 3, 2023 Report Share Posted August 3, 2023 (edited) 1 hour ago, Daniro said: I'm back in town for a short spell and me and the current Ms Daniro fancied giving ourselves a last minute treat to watch the opening game of the season. Seems there's no decent seats left together so I'm thinking of splashing out £90 each for this package - Guest speaker - Paul Cheesley. My, I used to sing I'd walk a million miles for one his goals ... £180 to hear him speak and maybe even eat cheese from the open buffet in his presence with the complimentary bottle of Heineken!? What's not to like apart from the hefty price tag. Might be more entertaining per pound spent than a fancy restaurant for our wedding anniversary however, and the Mrs has fond memories of seeing City knock Chelsea out of the cup many moons ago. Heineken Lounge is between the Dolman and the stand formerly known as East, isn't it? Or is the whole experience too grim and the view sh!te? 90 is good value I reckon. I’ve paid a lot more for certain games and was invited as a guest of the Club once. Obviously that one was good value. . I’ve met quite a few players over the years in there. The Cheese is always pretty much host and does a nice job of it My favorite was Shaun Goater. I asked him which was his favorite goal for us and he said dunno I got so many. My favorites were the two he bagged at Millwall with Oxo and Oxo senior sitting in the Millwall end. Not sure that was ever my smartest momen! Edited August 3, 2023 by REDOXO Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bristol Rob Posted August 3, 2023 Report Share Posted August 3, 2023 10 minutes ago, Kid in the Riot said: Cheese is the host. So he'll be interviewing an ex-player too, like Carey or Chris Honor. I've had mixed experiences there, and it is quite a bit of money for what it is. But you are paying for the exclusivity of having your own quiet corner of the ground with a nice bar and venue, live music and a couple of ex-players you can chat to. My main complaint is the last time I went the food was crap. But I've been when it's been good too. I reckon opening game of the season it'll be decent as the club will want everything on point. On balance, for the experience, personally I'd go for it. Missed a trick here by not calling it Cheese On Host. 4 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daniro Posted August 3, 2023 Author Report Share Posted August 3, 2023 33 minutes ago, redysteadygo said: My, I used to sing I'd walk a million miles for one his goals ... cheesely? I thought this was the song forJohn Galley. I never said anyone joined in 1 4 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bristol Rob Posted August 3, 2023 Report Share Posted August 3, 2023 Be interested to know what you think of the experience. It's quite likely that for a Bears game next season I might book a table of some sort for a family event, so understanding what you get in the Heineken would be of interest. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redtucks Posted August 3, 2023 Report Share Posted August 3, 2023 3 hours ago, Daniro said: I'm back in town for a short spell and me and the current Ms Daniro fancied giving ourselves a last minute treat to watch the opening game of the season. None of my business, but can't help wondering how many previous and future Ms Daniros there were and will be? 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daniro Posted August 4, 2023 Author Report Share Posted August 4, 2023 Update. Turns out Mrs Daniro wasn't as keen on the idea as I thought. Must remember to actually mention it to her next time, 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robinforlife2 Posted August 4, 2023 Report Share Posted August 4, 2023 17 hours ago, Redtucks said: None of my business, but can't help wondering how many previous and future Ms Daniros there were and will be? Judging by his update, at least one more future 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Son of Fred Posted August 4, 2023 Report Share Posted August 4, 2023 20 hours ago, REDOXO said: My favorites were the two he bagged at Millwall with Oxo and Oxo senior sitting in the Millwall end. Not sure that was ever my smartest momen! Was there that day .. The natives were rather restless 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
italian dave Posted August 4, 2023 Report Share Posted August 4, 2023 32 minutes ago, Daniro said: Update. Turns out Mrs Daniro wasn't as keen on the idea as I thought. Must remember to actually mention it to her next time, Perhaps she’s been reading OTIB…..! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snufflelufagus Posted August 4, 2023 Report Share Posted August 4, 2023 I thought it was great. I also thought it was £56 plus vat for season card holders first game Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigTone Posted August 4, 2023 Report Share Posted August 4, 2023 22 hours ago, Daniro said: I'm back in town for a short spell and me and the current Ms Daniro fancied giving ourselves a last minute treat to watch the opening game of the season. Seems there's no decent seats left together so I'm thinking of splashing out £90 each for this package - Guest speaker - Paul Cheesley. My, I used to sing I'd walk a million miles for one his goals ... £180 to hear him speak and maybe even eat cheese from the open buffet in his presence with the complimentary bottle of Heineken!? What's not to like apart from the hefty price tag. Might be more entertaining per pound spent than a fancy restaurant for our wedding anniversary however, and the Mrs has fond memories of seeing City knock Chelsea out of the cup many moons ago. Heineken Lounge is between the Dolman and the stand formerly known as East, isn't it? Or is the whole experience too grim and the view sh!te? I've always enjoyed it TBH Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
handsofclay Posted August 4, 2023 Report Share Posted August 4, 2023 Booked two places in The Heineken Lounge for the Leeds game in Feb for me and my partner. Cost £204. Buffet style. Hopefully Bielsa won't be there as a guest because if I see him crouching down I won't be touching any of the food. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jacs Posted August 24, 2023 Report Share Posted August 24, 2023 (edited) Has anyone done hospitality in the Heineken lounge? If so, what did you think? I know season-ticket holders get 10% off, but that seems to equate to less than a tenner. So is it worth it? Edited August 24, 2023 by Jacs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ralphindevon Posted August 24, 2023 Report Share Posted August 24, 2023 I've done it a few times, especially if I'm with friends who support the opposition as you can get away with it there as ling ss they're sensible. It's a pretty good experience. They used to give you your season card money pro rata back but now its just 10% which doesn't seem fair. Also my seat is much nicer than the one's offered in the HL. All in all I'd only do it now if there was an offer in or I had friends who supported the opposition and we wanted to sit together. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Selred Posted August 24, 2023 Report Share Posted August 24, 2023 Good experience. Really nice pre-game buffet, normally a few guest speakers, pie and refreshments at half time. I enjoyed it, perhaps though one to take opposition fans / casual supporters if for an occasion. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pezo Posted August 24, 2023 Report Share Posted August 24, 2023 It's alright, your obviously not going to get much in the way of atmosphere but the food is good and it's relatively entertaining apart from the football. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
weepywall Posted August 24, 2023 Report Share Posted August 24, 2023 I've done a couple, thoroughly enjoyed it 10 of us are doing the Coventry game. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Betty Swallocks Posted August 24, 2023 Report Share Posted August 24, 2023 Couldn’t do it every game but a decent day out every other season or so. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Engvall’s Splinter Posted August 24, 2023 Report Share Posted August 24, 2023 Food used to be very good. Dropped off the last few times I’ve done it. Easily accessible bar and a comfortable place for a few drinks. Dead handy to head in there when the football is dour. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Admin phantom Posted August 24, 2023 Admin Report Share Posted August 24, 2023 After being a guest of Heineken in the box next to the directors etc, this always felt like a come down I would prefer if there was a package that let people sit in their normal seat as those in the corner are awful 1 hour ago, Engvall’s Splinter said: Dead handy to head in there when the football is dour. It's called the concourse 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slack Posted August 24, 2023 Report Share Posted August 24, 2023 The little steak pies they do at half time are unreal! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Engvall’s Splinter Posted August 24, 2023 Report Share Posted August 24, 2023 42 minutes ago, phantom said: After being a guest of Heineken in the box next to the directors etc, this always felt like a come down I would prefer if there was a package that let people sit in their normal seat as those in the corner are awful It's called the concourse And rest your legs.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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