Etihad Campus, Stadium and Collar Site Development Thread

[Prophet of Doom]

After the initial problems that’s great to read. It will only get better.

Always said anybody that actually goes to a gig there will realise how superior the sound is to other arenas.

By the end of the summer all the bad press will be forgotten.

 

[shnaghaicityfish]

Observations.
There were a number of issues at the Elbow concert, not least the queuing to get in. The lack direction leading to people queuing in the wrong queue for ages. I'm sure that is just teething, if they address it. Tbf, the exit and queueing for the tram was pretty good and organised, but there will be some concert goers who will be unhappy queueing in the rain, when it happens.

When on the tram, I couldn't see anyone on the 'walkway from town' apart from Police, Stewards and Paramedics.

Also I saw some cabling randomly dropped on top of a cupboard inside the hall.

The seats were comfortable, but there was a gap between the back of the seat in front and the edge of the concrete base, meaning you could easily break your ankle, even without being pissed!

The people handing out free beer looked like exec's in casual clothing, that had been dragged in to help on the night!

The concept of access to drink and food inside the concert area, doesn't hit the spot for me. Whilst singing a quieter song there was some noise coming from the open bar area at the back, which spoilt that a tad. Maybe just me.

Overall. it was a good experience and will be better when everything is fully functional.

Oh yeah, the staff were amazing.

Did they close the roads after the gig like they do for our games? Just wondered whether a cab or Uber pick up is feasible. Thanks

 

[Saddleworth2]

I expected a bit of carnage after the game - first clash between a concert and a game but there were no problems from my perspective. 10 minute queue to get out of the blue car park and at our hotel at Bolton Stadium an hour after we got to the car.
The arena looked great.

 

[HelloCity]

 

[I'm not really here]

I hope they bring the old Market back, the dodgy stuff on there was great, the Police used to raid it every 4 weeks just after they had topped up.

If not, you can get a cracking little Rolex from Cheetham Hill for about £50

 

[Asa's left peg]

Did they close the roads after the gig like they do for our games? Just wondered whether a cab or Uber pick up is feasible. Thanks

I don't think so, it was difficult to know from the tram sorry. Back on Friday for the Peter Kay gig, but will be going in the car this time, so will let you know.

 

[CC1]

Anyone got a photo of the arena lit up with “city win four in a row? “

 

[shnaghaicityfish]

I don't think so, it was difficult to know from the tram sorry. Back on Friday for the Peter Kay gig, but will be going in the car this time, so will let you know.

I’m going Thursday, so I’ll pass on any info too! Cheers

 

[wolfie1988]

First stage of the structure of the remaining gas tower being taken apart happening today.

 

[waspish]

First stage of the structure of the remaining gas tower being taken apart happening today.

What's happening there after it is all taken down?