Farkas89 Posted August 12, 2022 Share Posted August 12, 2022 Anybody going to the new fan bar tomorrow before and after the game? Might be a daft question but are we expecting it to be cash only or do you think card and cash?? cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Longlostfan Posted August 12, 2022 Share Posted August 12, 2022 I have no idea but it is a good question. Card only: seems to be the way things are going generally. Easier to handle, fewer security problems, requires some preparation. Alienates some. Cash and card: gives the customer choice but involves more effort. Cash only: would be a disaster, I'm fairly confident a number of potential customers would turn up without cash. No idea where the nearest cash point is- in the hospital somewhere? Might be another indicator of Frank's customer focus. He seems to be getting a lot right so far. So I'd expect cash and card. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Farkas89 Posted August 12, 2022 Author Share Posted August 12, 2022 16 minutes ago, Longlostfan said: I have no idea but it is a good question. Card only: seems to be the way things are going generally. Easier to handle, fewer security problems, requires some preparation. Alienates some. Cash and card: gives the customer choice but involves more effort. Cash only: would be a disaster, I'm fairly confident a number of potential customers would turn up without cash. No idea where the nearest cash point is- in the hospital somewhere? Might be another indicator of Frank's customer focus. He seems to be getting a lot right so far. So I'd expect cash and card. Thanks, think ill bring both just to be safe! I thought it might be card but with it being a new fan bar only set up within a few days then I just presumed! Yes i believe the nearest cash point would be at the Hospital. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris15Arm Posted August 12, 2022 Share Posted August 12, 2022 He's also said that this bar isn't due to open til September so he's rushed it thru and it's not finished. Jus enough done to open it tomorrow. So it could b the case of cash only for that reason. Would take cash anyway Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Farkas89 Posted August 12, 2022 Author Share Posted August 12, 2022 14 minutes ago, Chris15Arm said: He's also said that this bar isn't due to open til September so he's rushed it thru and it's not finished. Jus enough done to open it tomorrow. So it could b the case of cash only for that reason. Would take cash anyway Thanks ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peanuts2 Posted August 12, 2022 Share Posted August 12, 2022 2 hours ago, Farkas89 said: Thanks, think ill bring both just to be safe! I thought it might be card but with it being a new fan bar only set up within a few days then I just presumed! Yes i believe the nearest cash point would be at the Hospital. Or outside KFC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HarryBosch Posted August 12, 2022 Share Posted August 12, 2022 What's the difference between a "Fan Bar" and a "Bar"? Who's not allowed in? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Farkas89 Posted August 12, 2022 Author Share Posted August 12, 2022 7 minutes ago, HarryBosch said: What's the difference between a "Fan Bar" and a "Bar"? Who's not allowed in? good question! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simpo Posted August 12, 2022 Share Posted August 12, 2022 1 hour ago, HarryBosch said: What's the difference between a "Fan Bar" and a "Bar"? Who's not allowed in? In the sense that it's highly unlikely that anybody who isn't a fan will go out of their way to drink there Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pidge Posted August 12, 2022 Share Posted August 12, 2022 19 minutes ago, Simpo said: In the sense that it's highly unlikely that anybody who isn't a fan will go out of their way to drink there Have you heard of mates Simpo? Those people who like to go for a drink with you, but support United or City? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oafc1955 Posted August 12, 2022 Share Posted August 12, 2022 I think there’s scope for opening the fans bar more than on just match days. Perhaps you could invite Ex players & managers eg. ‘An audience with’ or have a rerun of past Latics games on a big screen. You could also open it for England games or champions league games and put a bit of food on. During the week nowadays the pub trade is generally dead and a venue that is busier and one that would appeal to local Latics fans has got be worth a go. Perhaps a discount for ST holders would be an idea too…… With all the profits going to the football club I’m sure it could be well supported!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
underdog Posted August 12, 2022 Share Posted August 12, 2022 They have done a great job tidying it up. It looks like the same shell it was when the club blocked that attempt in Dec 2018. In fact the tables are there in the photo from then I then, the chairs have moved on. The underself base units MA kitchens put it for us are still there too It's a start as the corporate stuff will be back in the OEC again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
underdog Posted August 12, 2022 Share Posted August 12, 2022 2 hours ago, oafc1955 said: I think there’s scope for opening the fans bar more than on just match days. Perhaps you could invite Ex players & managers eg. ‘An audience with’ or have a rerun of past Latics games on a big screen. You could also open it for England games or champions league games and put a bit of food on. During the week nowadays the pub trade is generally dead and a venue that is busier and one that would appeal to local Latics fans has got be worth a go. Perhaps a discount for ST holders would be an idea too…… With all the profits going to the football club I’m sure it could be well supported!! Could double up as a youth zone/home for athleticos non March days or use by OACT too. Maybe even latics swap shop_'pop up market on match days Lots of possibilities depending on the vision. Exciting Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Magic Mikey Posted August 12, 2022 Share Posted August 12, 2022 The film Ice Station Zebra is on TCM this evening. It's a sign. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoytonLatics Posted August 12, 2022 Share Posted August 12, 2022 5 hours ago, peanuts2 said: Or outside KFC I think that went years ago. Shell on Broadway has one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy b Posted August 12, 2022 Share Posted August 12, 2022 4 hours ago, oafc1955 said: I think there’s scope for opening the fans bar more than on just match days. Perhaps you could invite Ex players & managers eg. ‘An audience with’ or have a rerun of past Latics games on a big screen. You could also open it for England games or champions league games and put a bit of food on. During the week nowadays the pub trade is generally dead and a venue that is busier and one that would appeal to local Latics fans has got be worth a go. Perhaps a discount for ST holders would be an idea too…… With all the profits going to the football club I’m sure it could be well supported!! There is absolutely scope for it to open on non match days. Am sure those who have permanent facilities of this type open on non match days. But it’s going into the top floor long term which will probably double up as suite for hire (conferences, weddings etc) so will probably be a neutral space in terms of its character and decor Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy b Posted August 12, 2022 Share Posted August 12, 2022 8 hours ago, peanuts2 said: Or outside KFC It’s card and cash Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adamoafc Posted August 12, 2022 Share Posted August 12, 2022 39 minutes ago, Andy b said: There is absolutely scope for it to open on non match days. Am sure those who have permanent facilities of this type open on non match days. But it’s going into the top floor long term which will probably double up as suite for hire (conferences, weddings etc) so will probably be a neutral space in terms of its character and decor It wouldn’t surprise me if there was a change for it to remain downstairs but until it’s tested out they won’t know how it works. As I said the other day the original plan for it to go upstairs is still there but Frank will have to review all these things when the deal for the ground is completed, so change could happen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mick26 Posted August 12, 2022 Share Posted August 12, 2022 The name has grown on me but a much better alternative of "Ice Station ZeBar" was suggested on twitter by Dave Ragg. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oafc1955 Posted August 12, 2022 Share Posted August 12, 2022 14 minutes ago, mick26 said: The name has grown on me but a much better alternative of "Ice Station ZeBar" was suggested on twitter by Dave Ragg. That is cool…they should adopt that name immediately!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
disjointed Posted August 12, 2022 Share Posted August 12, 2022 4 minutes ago, oafc1955 said: That is cool…they should adopt that name immediately!! Exactly, get it patented or whatever you have to do. It fits perfect. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simpo Posted August 12, 2022 Share Posted August 12, 2022 6 hours ago, Pidge said: Have you heard of mates Simpo? Those people who like to go for a drink with you, but support United or City? Please excuse me, I just offered the idea as a possible reason for the nomenclature, not a hard and fast rule Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
League one forever Posted August 13, 2022 Share Posted August 13, 2022 2 hours ago, Simpo said: nomenclature Loving your work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Longlostfan Posted August 13, 2022 Share Posted August 13, 2022 11 hours ago, Andy b said: so will probably be a neutral space in terms of its character and decor I've been to a number of events at football grounds on non match days- most frequently Derby. They do a decent job with photo's of former players/ key moments etc Not too intrusive but provides a bit of local flavour- think I prefer that to a completely bland offering. One thing that amused me at Derby was their was reserved parking for the directors and some of the staff- all of whose slots carried their individual names. The managers slot was just marked 'first team manager' and no name. Which underlines for the temporary position of managers these days. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
latics22 Posted August 13, 2022 Share Posted August 13, 2022 7 hours ago, League one forever said: Loving your work. Sound a bit like nomenclaire Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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