3v0 Posted June 5, 2008 Share Posted June 5, 2008 In response to the Creg-ny-baa charging I would like to clarify various facts and re-iterate comments made by me on Radio TT yesterday. As the Landlord of the Creg I have nothing to do with the adjoining fields as we only own and operate our immediate site. As stated I am not going to comment on the rights and wrongs of the charging policy of other landowners. On the pub site itself we erect a temporary grandstand and marquee, both of which cost thousands of pounds to construct and of course there is the cost of insurance. Therefore, as a commercial operation we charge for our grandstand to re-coup monies as does any other Grandstand operator on any circuit or venue around the world. Of course it is optional for spectators who may choose to watch from our carpark or elsewhere. One of the main reasons for the creation of this Grandstand is that I want to maximise the experience for bikers and fans of the TT on our site( I am a biker myself and an avid fan of the TT). As a child I used sit on grandstands in the same location, and there was charging then of course, and I sought to replicate these Grandstands. So far our grandstand facilities (last year and this year) have proved very popular and long may it continue. Where private land is concerned the relevant landowner can charge whatever levy they wish for access/entry - the operators of the fields are within their rights and have their reasons for doing so - as stated I do not want to get involved with someone elses argument! I feel that the IOM needs to ensure that fans are offered the best experience possible with the best value for money to ensure the longevity of the TT event. It is expensive to get to the Island whether by sea or air so the last thing we need is explotation of bikers/fans when they are here. It is good to see that our local community cares about the TT, regardless of who is right and who is wrong regarding the field charging policy. Dave Good post, glad you came on and cleared up a few matters Might actually watch from the Creg tomorrow now! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GD4ELI Posted June 5, 2008 Share Posted June 5, 2008 Calling all PROWL members Where are you? I am not sure as age may have wearied the brain cells but at the time Bob McIntrye and Mike Hailwood were racing on the island, i watched some of the races from the Creg, i cannot recall anyone being charged for anything other than beer and refreshments, also i cannot recall there having been any hikes in prices either by the steam packet or anyone else. Times have changed since then, there were i think 8 vessels on service through out the summer season and the crossing from Liverpool took 4 hours. Hope i havent given my age away. It was free, and you could even earn a load of dosh as an 11 year-old bringing back empty bottle to the pub - 1969 - a great summer :-) 2d a bottle as I remember. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GD4ELI Posted June 5, 2008 Share Posted June 5, 2008 What ever happened to the best free show on Earth? Probably Health and Saftey :-( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
immortalpuppet Posted June 5, 2008 Share Posted June 5, 2008 What ever happened to the best free show on Earth? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TerryMcCann Posted June 5, 2008 Share Posted June 5, 2008 Calling all PROWL members Where are you? Given that Jeremy Clarkson doesn't own the land I am presuming that they don't give a fuck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
manxy Posted June 5, 2008 Share Posted June 5, 2008 It's a bit late now, but wouldn't it be good if various places who sell food, state their prices? Presumably (could be wrong) people would opt for either the least expensive, or the best value for money meals. Plus perhaps the DTL could issue some kind of TT VFM sticker/accreditation and list them in the TT programme. I like that idea Albert and I'd think the VFM places would generate higher attendances and obviously more profit to those participating. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
triskelion Posted June 5, 2008 Share Posted June 5, 2008 I think I'd support a VFM scheme as well. Whilst it is not unusual for anywhere to put their prices up during a peak tourist season, it seems pretty clear that the expense is having serious reprecussions for the event's attendence. Okay, the Island is an expensive place, but the levels it reaches during the TT seem to damaging both for the TT and the reputation of Mann itself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gazza Posted June 5, 2008 Share Posted June 5, 2008 just on a note of the £2 charge, thay wont need insurance as thay are not chargeing u to enter a place to watch, there chargeing u the use of the bogs, smart way round it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TerryMcCann Posted June 5, 2008 Share Posted June 5, 2008 just on a note of the £2 charge,thay wont need insurance as thay are not chargeing u to enter a place to watch, there chargeing u the use of the bogs, smart way round it Well if I had to spend £2 to use a bog I would make sure I got my monies worth *eats mutton vindaloo* Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WTF Posted June 5, 2008 Share Posted June 5, 2008 just on a note of the £2 charge,thay wont need insurance as thay are not chargeing u to enter a place to watch, there chargeing u the use of the bogs, smart way round it Well if I had to spend £2 to use a bog I would make sure I got my monies worth *eats mutton vindaloo* and i bet you'd miss too?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fossils Posted June 5, 2008 Share Posted June 5, 2008 TBF to the Creg, they charge just £195 per person for a corporate race day there. Last time I looked on their website there were still places available for Senior Race Day. I can't understand why this can be, as they'll probably waive charges for using the toilet and the grandstand. Grab a bargain quick! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mission Posted June 5, 2008 Share Posted June 5, 2008 And what do you get for that - come on, don't give half the story... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TerryMcCann Posted June 5, 2008 Share Posted June 5, 2008 And what do you get for that - come on, don't give half the story... http://www.creg-ny-baa.com/pdf/The%20Famou...T%202008Mar.pdf Not bad as far as corporates go really Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mission Posted June 5, 2008 Share Posted June 5, 2008 Thanks Terry, seems reasonable to me too for a corporate day out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dooahhdoo Posted June 5, 2008 Share Posted June 5, 2008 I was lucky enough to be there in 2007 for a corporate day out and it was excellent. So good in fact I have been back numerous times for food at lunchtimes and evenings with the kids. Always courteous staff and great service. When I settled up one time the guy behind the counter said it was good to see me back again and it's "always good to see a regular face". Kind of made me feel a bit special considering I had only spent £30 for four of us! He might say it to everyone but it worked with me. The chips are home made too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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