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Brief

  • To organise and co-ordinate a large-scale event to mark the closure of Southampton Football Club's home, 'The Dell'
  • To appeal to the corporate market
  • Aim to raise the club's profile within the division whilst raising money for the club
  • Something for the supporters to be proud of
Queue Solution
  • The largest Sporting Dinner ever held in Hampshire: Black Tie Gala Dinner, 1500 guests in 2 gigantic marquees on the pitch at 'The Dell'
  • Entertainment - included a famous TV comic personality, video footage of memorable club moments, and Her Majesty's Band of the Royal Marines
  • Raffle & auction raised money for the Club
  • Sky Sports and Press coverage publicised event
  • A fantastic time was had by all...
Dinner

Feedback from the 'Farewell to the Dell':


"It was a great night, lots of fun, excellent"

"...tremendous job organising this evening...Sue Grossman from Blue Ribbon Events. Thank you very much for organising this evening."

Rupert Lowe - Chairman, Southampton Football Club

"The event was superb and provided a very fitting tribute to The Dell. In truth, the event exceeded expectations and the feedback from our supporters has been fantastic. Blue Ribbon Events co-ordinated everything beautifully, from the initial planning to the smooth running on the night, communicating well with Southampton's staff to provide the final result."
Paul Blanchard - Head of Sales & Marketing, Southampton Football Club Auction

"A glorious night, a glorious end to a glittering career."
Special Edition, Daily Echo, 2/6/01

"The Saints event was extremely well organised and very professionally conducted on the night. Everything seemed to run exactly according to plan"
Rod Armitage - Liaison officer for the Southampton FC internet supporters list

"Superbly organised and planned, great food, fantastic service. A very enjoyable evening"
Simon Bradshaw - Lifelong Southampton FC supporter

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