Guest Anonymous Posted September 13, 2010 Report Share Posted September 13, 2010 750 folk in a venue i would expect at least 12 staff serving drink Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Acillat Posted September 14, 2010 Report Share Posted September 14, 2010 I personnaly had to wait no more than between 10 and 15 minutes for drinks. having been to events of this scale on the mainland, you wouldn't have batted an eyelid - it's just a Shetland crowd who are not used with having to queue. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
suds Posted September 14, 2010 Report Share Posted September 14, 2010 We had a splendid time on saturday but again the bar setup wasn't great, would it not be better to sell cans instead of pints there would be a far better turn around at the bar and less spillages! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teenie3 Posted September 14, 2010 Report Share Posted September 14, 2010 ^^Tosh! I've been to many (and much larger) events on the mainland - that's why I suggested the filling up of 'feeder' trays! Shetlanders can queue with the best of them! You were obviously very lucky in the times you went to the bar, knew somebody working on it or were one of the many folk that pushed their way to the front!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trumptonriots Posted September 16, 2010 Report Share Posted September 16, 2010 Firstly, well done to the organisers for a fantastic event! Tins might have helped, but pints have a bigger profit margin and that is what would counted when you've got such high costs to cover. On top of that you had a different breed of audience at the darts as I hear that nearly 3 times more booze was drunk than would normally have been expected at an event that size. You could certainly tell that by the time the final came on stage as the place was jumping. In fact, having been to the Premier League Darts in Aberdeen for the last 3 years, it's safe to say that Clickimin made that look tame! It's just a pity there were empty seats up the back as that will probably knock the event from every coming back to Shetland again. That's a real shame because professional darts is great entertainment these days. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shetlandsheep Posted September 16, 2010 Report Share Posted September 16, 2010 Those of you that are moaning about the bar,etc at Clickimin over the weekend really do have to take a look at the bigger picture. This was the first time anything the sheer size of the Darts has been at Clickimin. No one including staff really knew what to expect from the day. Yes Clickimin has hosted many good and big nights for the Folk Festival but thats been going on for years so they know what to expect. This however was a learning curve for those who were involved, and Im sure that if they come back up next year all the little bits and pieces that were missed this time around will be taken care of next time round. As for cueing, DONT BE REDICULOUS!!! If you go anywhere across the country to a big sporting or music event you'll find you have to cue for ages!!! I went to watch Rangers v Hamilton a few years ago and missed 2 goals at the start of the second half because I was cueing for a bloody pie!!! Big congratulations to all who was involved with the organisation of the Darts weekend, credit must go to the Clickimin for organising an event with such major stars on the Darts circuit. Well Done and hopefully we'll see them plus Barney next year!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ToonieTrooker Posted September 16, 2010 Report Share Posted September 16, 2010 Only issue that I have was that the electronic score board could have been bit higher up so that people at the back tables could see it clearly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jockey Posted September 21, 2010 Report Share Posted September 21, 2010 This was great thanks to clickimin everyone seemed to enjoy it!! next time forget the pints though stick to cans bar was slow because of this and queining system not great but was first time what do people expect!! but all in all great day Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clickimin Leisure Complex Posted March 1, 2011 Report Share Posted March 1, 2011 Hello all, Details of the 2011 tournament have now been released. We're delighted with the line-up which I think you would struggle to match anywhere in the world, outside of the Premier League! We take onboard all the comments from last years event, both good and bad and promise that this years will be bigger and better. Thanks to everybody who attended last year and we hope we will see you again in September? Shetland Masters 2011 - Saturday 10 September 2011 Line-up: Phil Taylor Gary Anderson Adrian Lewis James Wade Terry Jenkins Simon Whitlock Wayne Mardle Tony O'Shea Please check local press in the next couple of weeks for information on ticket sales. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dgp Posted March 2, 2011 Report Share Posted March 2, 2011 This is another incredible line up!! Congratulations to the Clickimin for once again organising an incredible and unique opportunity for Shetland!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sheltie87 Posted March 2, 2011 Report Share Posted March 2, 2011 great news. can't wait. are you goin tay get da bar better sorted dis time so we dinna have tay wait 3 quartes ow an hour fur a drink. simple sugestion, work with cans of lager, cider, guiness, etc, and nips. therefore savin a godless amount ow time pourin' pints!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clickimin Leisure Complex Posted March 2, 2011 Report Share Posted March 2, 2011 Sheltie87 are you goin tay get da bar better sorted dis time so we dinna have tay wait 3 quartes ow an hour fur a drink. simple sugestion, work with cans of lager, cider, guiness, etc, and nips. therefore savin a godless amount ow time pourin' pints!!!! Thanks for your comments. See quote below for your answers! We take onboard all the comments from last years event, both good and bad and promise that this years will be bigger and better. Last year was a first in terms of holding this type of event and we have reviewed all comments received and we're very confident we can resolve the issues brought up. We're going to work hard to ensure the organising is up to the standard of the line up of players and hope that everyone can have a great day out! Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teenie3 Posted March 2, 2011 Report Share Posted March 2, 2011 Even though there were a few hiccups last year it was still a fantastic day oot and enjoyed every minute (that I was in the main hall). Really looking forward to this years too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teejay Posted March 4, 2011 Report Share Posted March 4, 2011 Had a Fantastic time last year - looking forward to it this year - what we have to remember is that if you wanted to see these dart players (which are of the highest standard in the world) - you would usually need to go south and when you take into consideration - travel - accomodation and time off work - it is brilliant to think for the price of a ticket you can see them at home - much nearer than you would ever manage to see them in a huge arena, which sell to thousands - I am sure it must be a logistical nightmare to gather them all together and set up for this event - sure Robert and his Staff have taken on board all the constructive comments and feel sure this year will be bigger and bettert than ever!!! Cant wait! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dusty Rhodes Posted March 19, 2011 Report Share Posted March 19, 2011 i have heard a rumour that this years event will be shown on Sky box office. can anyone confirm or deny this...? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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