How Fairground compares
Platforms like ROLLER and CenterEdge are established, capable systems — particularly for large, multi-site entertainment groups with enterprise needs. Fairground is built for a different operator: the independent venue that wants everything working this week, at a price it can see up front.
| What to compare | Fairground | Typical enterprise platforms |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | Published on this website — £175/month per venue, flat. No revenue share. | Quote-based: pricing comes after a sales call and demo. |
| Getting started | Self-serve — sign up, run the setup wizard, and take bookings the same day. | Guided onboarding and implementation, typically scheduled over weeks. |
| Contract | Monthly, cancel at the end of any billing period. Annual optional (10% discount). | Typically annual or multi-year agreements. |
| Your takings | Settle directly into your own Stripe or Revolut account — Fairground never holds your money. | Varies by platform and payment arrangement. |
| Hardware | None required — the POS runs in a browser on hardware you already own, and works offline. | Often paired with dedicated or recommended hardware. |
| UK accounting | Daily journals to Xero, payout reconciliation, UK VAT handled, Sage Payroll hours export — built in. | Accounting integrations vary; often US-centric. |
| Booking site | A hosted, SEO-friendly branded site per venue, with custom-domain support, included. | Usually a checkout widget embedded into a site you build and host yourself. |
Characteristics of other platforms are generalised and may vary by vendor, plan and region — always confirm details with the vendor directly.
When Fairground is the right fit
Choose Fairground if…
- You run 1–3 venues (or a growing group) and wear several hats.
- You want to see the price before talking to anyone.
- You want bookings live this week, not next quarter.
- You are UK-based and want Xero, UK VAT and Sage Payroll handled.
An enterprise platform may suit if…
- You operate a large multi-site group with dedicated IT.
- You need modules Fairground doesn’t have yet, like memberships or F&B.
- You prefer a managed implementation programme.
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