Was wondering if anyone going to saturdays concert was taking a camera with them? It states no cameras in the do's and don'ts...

I will be out in Dublin all day and then on to Malahide in the evening so my camera will be with me all day..

Will I still get in with it and does anyone have the right to confiscate it or refuse admission????

Thanks

POD updated the do' and don't yesterday

simple put "· It is not permissible to bring cameras or recording equipment into the concert "

full do and don't here:

DO's & DON'Ts

PUBLIC INFORMATION

·Gates open at 16:00hrs for Prince Concert. Note that music will begin at 17:45hrs with the support act Hypnotic Brass Ensemble.

·Note that admission is strictly by full ticket only. Please have your ticket available for inspection at main entrance to the venue.

·The concert takes place outdoors on the grounds (grass lawns) of Malahide Castle. Attendees should dress sensible for all weather and are advised to bring weatherproof clothing as well as sun cream.

· Note that catering facilities are available inside the venue. We encourage people to arrive early to enjoy the beautiful surroundings. There will be a big selection of food and delicacies on offer which will cater for every possible palate such as The Oyster Bar, Rathmullan House, Cajun Chicken salad, Thai Noodles, Chinese food, Fish and Chips, Selection of Gourmet Burgers, BBQ steaks, Retro Ice Cream Bar with Knickerbocker Glories, Fresh juice bar, Strawberries and Coffee

- Pets are not permitted into the concert venue – except for Guide Dogs

· Note that bar facilities are available inside the venue serving beer and wine; photo ID may be requested for sale of alcohol. Alcohol should be consumed in moderation.

· A First Aid Tent will be situated at the event for any medical attention needed, a steward will assist you in locating it if required. There are medics on site who are fully equipped to deal with all medical situations.

· Please contact a steward if you require assistance at anytime.

· Note that patrons may be searched on entry in a manner permissible by law.

· Note there will be no re-admission.

· Note that Official Merchandise will be on sale within the venue

· It is not permissible to bring bottles, cans, alcoholic beverages, glass containers, weapons of any sort or projectiles. Anything that may be considered offensive will be removed from the person on arrival.

· It is not permissible to bring cameras or recording equipment into the concert

- Please respect the privacy and property of nearby residents and those in the vicinity of the Malahide Castle


We hope you enjoy the concert!

That camera warning is usually on the back of tickets in the small print and is normally something they turn a blind eye too. However, going from my experience seeing Prince in the o2, it seems like he really enforces it and security were on alert all night. That being said, there seems to be quite a lot of photos coming out of these European dates recently so maybe he's relaxed a bit.

I'm taking my old digital camera with me cus I don't really mind if it gets taken off me, but if it comes to that I might offer for them to take my batteries and leave me with my camera. OF course, if yours is an SLR it might be more of a problem. The one time I did get an SLR taken off me, they gave me a wee raffle ticket thing to identify it again at the end.

If I remember correctly, at the O2, you had to surrender your camera and they gave you a ticket for collection. I'll have my phone, so will use that.

Why are people that bothered about taking in cameras - surely in the press the following day there will be plenty of (much better) photos to commemorate? I'm not being facetious or stuffy I just don't get it, fumbling around with my camera takes me out of the moment. Have nothing in your hands & get funky!

EDIT: Of course if you have a camera on your person because you've been out all day with it & have nowhere to deposit it, understandable.

[Edited 7/28/11 11:22am]