LONDON O2 shows - handy hints and local knowledge!

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  • Gingerlou77
    Gingerlou77 Posts: 429
    Green park is a really good idea. Heathrow is not really a nice place to stay for a London visit!
  • cd21miller
    cd21miller Columbia, MO Posts: 302
    Hey Londoners - trying to work out a quick trip in for the show(s) and would be coming into Stansted. Flights leave early in the morning...should we head back toward Stansted after the show? Let's put it this way - let's say you're coming in to Stansted early on the 18th...may do both shows (if tix work out) and then would leave on the 20th at 0730. Where would you stay or how would you do the trip logistics? I've only been to London once and just for a day, so not real familiar with it all. Thanks in advance!
  • Gibson
    Gibson Chicago Posts: 2,671
    Pre Party at Hollywood bowl O2. Reserved space for 50 or so. No need to fight all the bars :)
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  • Gingerlou77
    Gingerlou77 Posts: 429
    cd21miller said:
    Hey Londoners - trying to work out a quick trip in for the show(s) and would be coming into Stansted. Flights leave early in the morning...should we head back toward Stansted after the show? Let's put it this way - let's say you're coming in to Stansted early on the 18th...may do both shows (if tix work out) and then would leave on the 20th at 0730. Where would you stay or how would you do the trip logistics? I've only been to London once and just for a day, so not real familiar with it all. Thanks in advance!
    Stansted is a bit of a pain.... i think if it were me I'd stay centrally after the first gig and then head straight to the airport after the second and just crash there. how long is your flight? 
  • dannyfletcher
    dannyfletcher Posts: 122
    edited May 2018
    Running In The Dark said:
    Question about GA tickets.  I was able to get 2 GA tickets to each show through the additional presale for members that didn't get chosen in the 10C lottery.  When I purchased the tickets it stated that anyone under the age of 16 needed to be with an adult.  Now that I have the tickets in hand, it is printed on the tickets that no one under 16 is permitted on the floor/GA section even with an adult.  Being that I am traveling and attending the shows with my 13 year old son I am now concerned that he will not be allowed on the floor.  I would have selected regular seats had this been disclosed when making my purchase.  I have emailed the venue but have yet to get a response.  Does anyone know how strictly that this is enforced?

    Not from the O2, but this is from the O2 website for its smaller venues across the UK. My partner has taken her niece when 14, and got in ok, but she got her to dress up more than she would, make up to look a bit older. Prior to that she had to go in the seated section.

    Below from O2 website -------------------------------

    It’s always best to check the age restrictions for each event in advance as they vary from show to show.

    A few obvious ones:

    No under 8s please (think about it), but feel free to contact us if you’re unsure and avoid disappointment.

    8-13 years, you’ll need to attend with an adult (18+).

    Some shows are 14+ but if you're under 16 – we’ll translate – that means if you’re between 14 years and 16 years, you’ll need to come with an adult (someone 18+) and only book balcony tickets please. 

    Always look for admission age policies and signs such as 14+, 16+, 18+, 21+  before you book and remember to carry proof of age if you need it.

    We have a breathalyser policy in place at the front doors and anyone under 18 suspected of consuming alcohol will be refused entry. 

    Find out more about age restrictions and what we accept as ID in our

    Edit - This from the O2 arena

    Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 or over. Children under 16 cannot enter the standing area.

    Sorry - i am sure you will be able to get swapped easy enough :)
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