Jord1908 Posted July 13, 2015 Share Posted July 13, 2015 I haven't seen anything about this, but I may have just missed it if it is on here already. (In that case, sorry) What is the situation with paying for things inside the event? Will it be mostly cash only or will you be able to pay with cards? If it is only cash, is there any ATMs nearby? I've only been to Cardiff Comic Con before and not many vendors would accept card. Fortunately, there was 2 ATMs outside the arena. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators StuartG2198 Posted July 13, 2015 Moderators Share Posted July 13, 2015 At the autograph desks you pay with cash or vouchers. Vouchers can be bought using your credit/debit card at the sales desk. In terms of ATMs I'm afraid I'm not sure, hopefully some of the locals on here will be able to answer that one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raylenth Posted July 13, 2015 Share Posted July 13, 2015 (edited) Don't rely on local ATM's for top up cash as they are liable to run out with the huge number of people attending, use any machines a little way away from the venue if you pass any. I would guess that cash will be the more accessible option as everyone will take it. Edited July 13, 2015 by Raylenth Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vhiper Posted July 13, 2015 Share Posted July 13, 2015 Don't count on the ATM's at the venue. last year those were empty quicker then they are now in Greece. safest bet is bringing cash. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jord1908 Posted July 13, 2015 Author Share Posted July 13, 2015 Oh. Thanks, everybody. I wasn't expecting to be using a card, however I was just checking so that I didn't have to carry loads of money around with me throughout the days. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S.H.R.E.K Posted July 14, 2015 Share Posted July 14, 2015 Has anyone ever had any problems before with using American express at previous events? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loveamyadams Posted July 14, 2015 Share Posted July 14, 2015 Has anyone ever had any problems before with using American express at previous events? no problems , i use them and they were accepted at the desk and by certain vendors. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toria Posted July 14, 2015 Share Posted July 14, 2015 I would advise getting out as much money as you can afford to spend in cash That's what we do and rarely spend it all, but i've seen queues for cash machines as big as entry queues Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anubis278 Posted July 14, 2015 Share Posted July 14, 2015 If you plan on getting a load of autographs the FAQs suggest you bring along a bunch of £5 notes as a lot of autographs cost £15, £25 and so on. They run out of £5 for change really quickly. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whitewillow Posted July 14, 2015 Share Posted July 14, 2015 Don't count on the ATM's at the venue. last year those were empty quicker then they are now in Greece. safest bet is bringing cash. I like how you reference us in your post! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angelzbabe Posted July 14, 2015 Share Posted July 14, 2015 If you plan on getting a load of autographs the FAQs suggest you bring along a bunch of £5 notes as a lot of autographs cost £15, £25 and so on. They run out of £5 for change really quickly. Yes. This. Not only does it make your day easier but the crew will like you more if you give them £5 notes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danalar Posted July 14, 2015 Share Posted July 14, 2015 If you plan on getting a load of autographs the FAQs suggest you bring along a bunch of £5 notes as a lot of autographs cost £15, £25 and so on. They run out of £5 for change really quickly. Yes. This. Not only does it make your day easier but the crew will like you more if you give them £5 notes. I'll be on the crew's good list, I specifically went to my bank today to take a load of cash and requested it in £5 notes! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angelzbabe Posted July 14, 2015 Share Posted July 14, 2015 If you plan on getting a load of autographs the FAQs suggest you bring along a bunch of £5 notes as a lot of autographs cost £15, £25 and so on. They run out of £5 for change really quickly. Yes. This. Not only does it make your day easier but the crew will like you more if you give them £5 notes. I'll be on the crew's good list, I specifically went to my bank today to take a load of cash and requested it in £5 notes! I start hoarding £5 notes for about two weeks before any con. This way I can pay for things I want and make very busy crew members happy by paying £15 in £5 notes. ALL OF THE CHANGE. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Decant Posted July 14, 2015 Share Posted July 14, 2015 At some hotels around the area they have cashpoints in the hotels and/or fairly close by. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whitewillow Posted July 15, 2015 Share Posted July 15, 2015 If you plan on getting a load of autographs the FAQs suggest you bring along a bunch of £5 notes as a lot of autographs cost £15, £25 and so on. They run out of £5 for change really quickly. Yes. This. Not only does it make your day easier but the crew will like you more if you give them £5 notes. I'll be on the crew's good list, I specifically went to my bank today to take a load of cash and requested it in £5 notes! I start hoarding £5 notes for about two weeks before any con. This way I can pay for things I want and make very busy crew members happy by paying £15 in £5 notes. ALL OF THE CHANGE. I did the same thing last year, because I was in England for a week before the Con. This year, however, I will be coming directly from Greece, so I hope the currency exchange at the airport has small banknotes! Otherwise, I will be pissing off a lot of the staff, I expect! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Decant Posted July 15, 2015 Share Posted July 15, 2015 (edited) If you plan on getting a load of autographs the FAQs suggest you bring along a bunch of £5 notes as a lot of autographs cost £15, £25 and so on. They run out of £5 for change really quickly. Yes. This. Not only does it make your day easier but the crew will like you more if you give them £5 notes. I'll be on the crew's good list, I specifically went to my bank today to take a load of cash and requested it in £5 notes! I start hoarding £5 notes for about two weeks before any con. This way I can pay for things I want and make very busy crew members happy by paying £15 in £5 notes. ALL OF THE CHANGE. I did the same thing last year, because I was in England for a week before the Con. This year, however, I will be coming directly from Greece, so I hope the currency exchange at the airport has small banknotes! Otherwise, I will be pissing off a lot of the staff, I expect! All the staff are incredible people (and patient) and it would take a whole lot to upset them.. another reason why they're so great.. :) Although I imagine, especially at the beginning of days it does help quite a lot... Edited July 15, 2015 by Decant Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
evilbatduck Posted July 15, 2015 Share Posted July 15, 2015 Some of the vendors will accept card, but I think it's always best to assume they don't and try to bring enough cash for the day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
minchb Posted July 15, 2015 Share Posted July 15, 2015 Cash cash cash cash!!! I can't express enough! Last year we had to treck in the sweltering heat to find the nearest cash point by Earls Court, that wasn't empty or had a hell of a long queue. It will benefit you greatly to take enough cash with you that you think you'll need for the day. Also, £5 notes really do help us crew Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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