Hospitality lounges? : Tue Jan 31, 2012 11:19 am  

Did anyone use the lounges for the Widnes game?

I am considering doing it as a "one off" for a future game. I am told the "players lounge" option is no longer offered.

So the only option is the, more expensive, Sponsors Lounge.

before I stump up the cash, did anyone use this lounge for Widnes and can you give me any feedback, particularly on the quality of the food.

Thanks

Re: Hospitality lounges? : Wed Feb 01, 2012 10:57 am  

211 views and not one prawn sandwich eater?

Re: Hospitality lounges? : Wed Feb 01, 2012 7:08 pm  

I've been told different things. One bloke said his mate went and the food was terrible, others have said it was ok. Might be a case of suck it and see

Re: Hospitality lounges? : Wed Feb 01, 2012 8:58 pm  

We used the sponsor's for the game v Widnes, as a birthday present for my grandpa his 96th!!. He helped measure out the site of the ground for the glass works in the 1930s, and worked in the factory as production manager, so it was right that he came to opening game at the ground. Food was good - staff were clearly newbies but all were polite and keen to please. You get a programme for each person and at seat bar service.

Before the game there were inviews with Frank Myler, Jim Mills, and some of the injured players came by. Also Scully, Tommy Martyn were around too.

At full time there were interviews with Royce and the man of the match. Some of the players said hello - Roby even helped some one propose!

Its a good venue and worth it

Re: Hospitality lounges? : Wed Feb 01, 2012 9:21 pm  

banburysaint wrote:

We used the sponsor's for the game v Widnes, as a birthday present for my grandpa his 96th!!. He helped measure out the site of the ground for the glass works in the 1930s, and worked in the factory as production manager, so it was right that he came to opening game at the ground. Food was good - staff were clearly newbies but all were polite and keen to please. You get a programme for each person and at seat bar service.

Before the game there were inviews with Frank Myler, Jim Mills, and some of the injured players came by. Also Scully, Tommy Martyn were around too.

At full time there were interviews with Royce and the man of the match. Some of the players said hello - Roby even helped some one propose!

Its a good venue and worth it

Banbury Saint I met your grandad and what a lovely man! We (me and Ray French) presented him with his St Helens shirt and it was a really nice moment. I hope he enjoyed the night, he was great with the banter and amazing to think he has followed Saints for so long.

For anyone who hasn't been in the corporate lounge I think you would really enjoy it. My wife said her meal was excellent (we are from Yorkshire though so fish fingers would be good for us). Loads of players came in and met the supporters and yes it was a great moment when James Roby helped out with the proposal.

We had interviews with Frank Myler, Jim Mills, George Nicholls, Ray French, Lance Hohaia, Royce Simmons and Paul Sculthorpe so it's a great opportunity to listen and meet your Saints heroes. You can get autographs and photos and even have a chat with these people so a great thing for the fans.

Also noticed Paul Wellens, Sio Soliola and Michael Shenton mingling with the fans before the game as well.

You can also get to listen to some silly tales from this Yorkshireman too!

Give it a try I'm sure you'll enjoy it

Re: Hospitality lounges? : Wed Feb 01, 2012 9:43 pm  

I used the hospitality at Knowsley road many times and always enjoyed it.

Re: Hospitality lounges? : Wed Feb 01, 2012 10:02 pm  

Food was excellent as earlier poster said new staff but sure the odd error will be ironed out, defo worth a visit

Re: Hospitality lounges? : Thu Feb 02, 2012 12:42 pm  

ok thanks for all the replies.

Re: Hospitality lounges? : Thu Feb 02, 2012 9:34 pm  

We used the Sponsors Lounge and were quite pleased with the food, the table service was a bit slow but should improve when the new staff become accustomed to the job.
The food was fine it is a set meal unlike Knowsely Road where you had 3 Choices from the Buffet .
The room certainly holds more customers than the old restaurant and was full so should bring in some welcome revenue to the club.
One small criticism It would have been nice to hear the interviews but I think I heard the friendly Compare promise that the Sound system would be sorted before the next match.
Several players ex Players and the Chairman put in an appearance.
All in all worth the outlay.