Once it was a £1 hanger. Now it’s a £15 locker. Why do cloakrooms cost so much on a night out?

The cost of checking a coat or bag at a UK venue has risen significantly over the past decade. What was once a £1 hanger is now a £15 locker, with prices increasing to over £13 in some venues. This surge in cloakroom costs is outpacing other rising prices at venues. The reason for this increase is surprisingly complex, involving factors such as staffing, insurance, and the need for secure and large storage facilities.

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The cost of checking coats or bags at venues is increasing rapidly. This rise is attributed to various complex reasons, including potentially higher operational costs or increased demand for cloakroom services.

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