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The Sun
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Oasis fans stunned by staggering price of a hotel room in Cardiff as chains spike rates ahead of reunion tour
OASIS fans have flocked to Cardiff in their thousands for the first night of the band's reunion tour. And many will have paid through the nose to secure a comfy bed after belting out a set of sing-along anthems. 3 3 The city has the most expensive average price for two adults sharing a room of the five British and Irish cities hosting the band. Now sitting at £588, prices for a night's stay in the city have shot up by 420 percent, according to new research from Grosvenor Casino. In just three weeks time, the average cost of a hotel room in the city drops to just £113. The Gallagher brothers' home city of Manchester has the biggest percentage mark-up, with the average cost soaring 454 percent to £421. London remains on par with a usual Friday night at £527, while Dublin has the best value of the tour with rooms at an average of £356, up 70 percent. The research conducted looked at the rates of hotels within one mile of each venue on the first night of the scheduled Oasis concert in each city. The rates of the rooms three weeks later were compared with the same day of the week. It looks like the expense will be worth it though, with Noel Gallagher telling pals 'the band is on fire'. Those close to the rocker, who will take to the stage at Cardiff's Principality Stadium tonight with his brother Liam for the first time in 16 years, added: ' Noel and Liam have never been in better form - the moment of truth is here.' One added: 'Both of the brothers are ready and raring to go. 'They have described the set list as monumental and think the band have never sounded better. Drones display puts rock band's name up in lights 'They've been waiting almost a year for this first show and they can't wait to get out on stage and play for their fans. 'There's nothing else they can do now. They're as ready as they can be and the rest is in the lap of the gods.' Oasis, who clocked up over 70 million record sales worldwide after forming in Manchester in 1991, split in 2009 following a fall out between the brothers. But those close to Noel, 58, and Liam, 52, said the pair are 'good as gold,' adding: 'The vibe is good and happy.' The brothers will be joined on stage by Paul 'Bonehead' Arthurs, Gem Archer, Andy Bell and Joey Waronker. 3
Scottish Sun
17-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Glasgow dad scoops life-changing £122,000 jackpot at local Grosvenor casino
He was thrilled thinking he'd won £500 - so was stunned to learn of the jackpot win. A GLASGOW dad is celebrating a shock life-changing win - having though he'd only won £500! James Taylor Gray from Rutherglen was playing blackjack at Grosvenor's stunning Glasgow Riverboat when landing the ultimate feat with just a £1 bonus chip. 2 Glasgow dad James Taylor Gray collecting his winnings Blackjack - a mix of strategy and chance - is one of the most popular casino games, where players aim to have a hand value closer to 21 than the dealer without going over. Gray - a full-time dad - is expecting his second child this summer and is an occasion visitor to the picturesque venue. Both Gray and the dealer at his table revealed an Ace and King of hearts which sparked scenes of celebration from others at his table. Gray was thrilled thinking he'd pocketed £500 and was stunned shortly afterwards in learning he'd bagged the remarkable £122,000 jackpot instead! In winning this jackpot, it was actually a good payday for the other players at his table, who themselves all bagged £500 from the casino for Gray's jackpot hand. 2 The jackpot landed for just £1 on blackjack Credit: Grosvenor Casino He plans to support his family - including his wife who is due next month - as well as book a family holiday and invest a significant portion of the money. He said: "At first, I thought I'd won £500, which was the amount everyone else at the table won because I hit the jackpot. "Everyone was cheering, and I couldn't understand why. The person next to me told me I'd won the jackpot and the rest is a blur! "I was in complete shock! I can't really remember what I said apart from 'you're kidding?' when I was told I won.' Mark McCluskey, General Manager at Grosvenor Casino Glasgow Riverboat, commented: 'What a win! "The atmosphere was electric with the entire casino cheering and celebrating. "We are thrilled for James and congratulate him on both his winnings and his family's new addition!' Remember to gamble responsibly A responsible gambler is someone who: Establishes time and monetary limits before playing Only gambles with money they can afford to lose Never chase their losses Doesn't gamble if they're upset, angry or depressed Gamcare – GambleAware – Read our guide on responsible gambling practices. For help with a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 or go to to be excluded from all UK-regulated gambling websites.
Scottish Sun
23-04-2025
- Business
- Scottish Sun
Glasgow woman, 34, scoops £30k jackpot at casino
The winner has revealed what she'll do with her winnings Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A MYSTERY woman has scooped £30,000 from £60 at a Glasgow casino. The businesswoman, 34, struck gold after winning the jackpot at Grosvenor Casino in the Merchant City. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 The Grosvenor Casino in Glasgow's Merchant City offers gaming and entertainment Credit: Google She took home the cash prize after playing a game of poker. Speaking about her win the delighted Glasgow local, said: 'I'm absolutely over the moon. "This has been an amazing experience and an incredible surprise. "I've always enjoyed my time playing at Grosvenor Casino Glasgow Merchant City, but this win has made it even more special.' The lucky winner plans to put her winnings in a savings account. Casino chief Debbie Johnston commented: 'We are overjoyed for our winner and her spectacular jackpot win. "The buzz in the casino was incredible when the Royal Flush was revealed. "It's a testament to the excitement and thrill that our casino offers and we look forward to celebrating many more memorable moments with our guests.' Grosvenor Casino Glasgow Merchant City is located on Glassford Street and offers players a premium gaming and live entertainment experience. Elsewhere, a gambler put his money where his mouth is - after scooping nearly £60,000 from a £1 wager. The high roller, 25, chanced his luck on a poker table at Grosvenor Casino Edinburgh Maybury. In unbelievable scenes, the Edinburgh local bagged a straight flush - a hand with five cards of the same suit in sequence. The jammy punter - after only 40 minutes - struggled to maintain his poker face as the lucrative hand was picked from the deck. The jackpot winner said: 'I can't believe my luck. I hadn't even been in the casino for an hour when I decided to place the £1 side bet – a bet that I never would have imagined would turn into over £59,000.'
Glasgow Times
23-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
Glasgow woman wins £30,000 jackpot at Grosvenor casino
The 34-year-old businesswoman, who wants to remain anonymous, turned a £60 stake into thousands at Grosvenor Casino in Glassford Street. She was playing a popular poker game called TCP Stud when her luck took a dramatic turn. Read more: Glasgow ranked as second funniest city in UK TCP Stud is a variant of stud poker played in casinos, in which players receive a mixture of face-down and face-up cards over multiple betting rounds with the aim of forming the best possible poker hand. The mystery winner won TCP Stud playing blind, which, in poker, means making betting decisions without looking at the cards, creating an air of unpredictability. When the mystery Glasgow woman's winning hand was revealed to be a Royal Flush, the casino exploded in celebration. The winner even hugged a fellow player at the table, with tears of joy streaming down her face. She now intends to deposit her winnings into a savings account to be used in the future. The winner said: "I'm absolutely over the moon. "This has been an amazing experience and an incredible surprise. "I've always enjoyed my time playing at Grosvenor Casino Glasgow Merchant City, but this win has made it even more special." Read more: Glasgow company commit to 'carbon reduction goals' with new solar panels Debbie Johnston, general manager at Grosvenor Casino Glasgow Merchant City, said: "We are overjoyed for our winner and her spectacular jackpot win. "The buzz in the casino was incredible when the Royal Flush was revealed. "It's a testament to the excitement and thrill that our casino offers and we look forward to celebrating many more memorable moments with our guests."
Yahoo
30-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Big party featuring DJ legends coming to clean up Southend's beaches
A BIG beach party featuring DJ legends will be bringing the noise as residents come together to keep a beloved seafront clean. Sun of a Beach Clean will be coming to Southend seafront on June 14 at 12pm, and will see people descend onto the beach to teach children about the environment and keep the city's beautiful beaches tidy. Following this family-friendly clean-up, a party hosting big names in the house music scene such as Alex P will be held at the Grosvenor Casino on Church Road in Southend, lasting from 7pm to 2am. The event is hosted by PureSea, a non-profit organisation which looks to protect marine life and prevent plastic pollution from entering the ocean. Marcus Bennett, one of the organisers and DJs at the event, is looking forward to the day and is really hoping to raise as much as possible for the organisation's essential work. Right here, right now - Pure Sea organiser Lisa Good, alongside Fatboy Slim at a beach clean event in Brighton last year. (Image: Marcus Bennett) He said: 'The clean-up is really good for the environment, it gets people to think about what they are doing with their rubbish. 'In the afternoon, a party will be organised which is where the money comes in and will go to educating schools about the importance of keeping our waters clean, and reducing our amount of waste. 'It's going to be a rave, house music all night long. With some local and international legends playing. 'I'm a Southend resident, I see what happens to our beaches in the summer months, I think we're all pretty horrified when we see the pictures after everyone departs in the summer and leaves their rubbish. 'I love our seafront, I want to do my bit and make people think a little bit when they visit the beach as well.' Sun of a Beach was founded by Marcus Bennett, Junior Scott, Chris Powell back in 2011. Performers at the after party will include Marcus Bennett, Phil Foggs, Mark Apps, and Junior Scott. Other performers include Paul Goodfellow, MNLY, Macca Markosa, Chris Powell, Urban Allstars, Fluff, Matt Hellicar, Scott Miller, and many more. A five-hour vinyl set will also be taking place in the basement performed by Andrew Wright and Jack Grosvenor. PureSea has held several beach cleaning events across the UK, with music legend Fatboy Slim helping out at a clean last year on Brighton beach.
