Virgin Media just put the bill up 7.7%
Virgin Media’s 7.7 percent increase 2026 Ireland has left thousands of households scrambling for alternatives as monthly bills climb from EUR 60 100 to EUR 65 108. That’s an...
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Start a free 24-hour trial with no card. Check your channels, supported player and device, then read the current plans and activation terms.
If your Virgin Media bill has increased, check what changed before comparing TV options. Separate TV from broadband, phone and sports add-ons. If you plan to keep broadband, ask Virgin Media what the same broadband would cost after removing TV, including any lost bundle discount. Only the amount you can actually stop paying belongs in a TV-cost comparison.
Choose the TellyPal service term you need, then compare it with the TV charge you can actually remove. TellyPal offers 6 months for €70, 10 months for €100, 24 months for €180, and Lifetime for €300 with six years of guaranteed service. Initial player activation is included on the 24-month and Lifetime plans; short plans add €15 per player when activation is required. Buy two subscriptions and get a third account free on all four plans.
Use the same comparison period and include any contract charges or lost discounts on your own Virgin Media account.
Virgin Media Price Increase Breakdown
Virgin Media’s 7.7% price increase affects all Irish customers from March 2026. Their basic TV packages now cost EUR 65-75 monthly, while premium bundles with sports and movies hit EUR 108-120 per month.
The price hike impacts every Virgin Media service tier. Essential TV packages jump from EUR 60 to EUR 65 monthly (EUR 780 yearly). Premium bundles with Sky Sports and movies climb from EUR 100 to EUR 108 monthly (EUR 1296 yearly).
Virgin Media justified the Virgin Media price increase Ireland 2026 by citing ‘investment in network infrastructure and content costs.’ Translation: you’re paying more for the same channels you already watch.
Why the Virgin Media Price Increase Is Happening
Virgin Media Ireland blamed rising content licensing fees and network upgrade costs for the 7.7% increase. They’re investing in fibre broadband expansion and securing sports broadcasting rights, but customers foot the bill.
The timing couldn’t be worse for Irish families already struggling with inflation. Energy bills, groceries, and rent have all increased, yet Virgin Media adds another EUR 60-96 yearly to household budgets.
Industry experts predict more price hikes ahead. Traditional broadcasters face mounting pressure from streaming services, pushing costs onto loyal customers who haven’t explored Irish TV subscription alternatives 2026.
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Cost Comparison: Virgin vs TellyPal
Start with the TV cost you could actually avoid while keeping the broadband you need. A combined broadband-and-TV bill is not the amount saved by replacing TV alone.
| Figure to compare | What to use |
|---|---|
| Your current Virgin Media bill | Your actual broadband, phone and TV charges, including current discounts |
| Your bill after removing TV | Virgin Media’s confirmed price for the broadband/phone service you would keep, including any lost bundle discount |
| TV cost you can avoid | The difference over the chosen service period, adjusted for any commitment or exit charge |
| TellyPal 10-month subscription | €100 for ten months |
| Initial player activation, when required | €15 for that player |
| TellyPal ten-month term with required activation | €115 |
For context, Virgin Media’s Irish offer page showed Loaded TV at €15/month for 12 months, then €34/month, when checked on 15 October 2026. That was a new-TV-customer offer requiring Virgin Media broadband throughout. It is a TV component, not the full broadband bill or a price for every existing customer. Confirm the current offer and your own contract with Virgin Media.
Compare the avoidable TV cost over the same period as the TellyPal plan you choose. If you cannot end the existing TV commitment during that period, include that remaining cost; do not assume it disappears.
TellyPal offers four service options: 6 months for €70, 10 months for €100, 24 months for €180, and Lifetime for €300 with six years of guaranteed service. The 6- and 10-month plans add €15 per player for lifetime player activation only when TellyPal needs to activate that player; your own working player has no initial activation charge. Initial activation is included on the 24-month and Lifetime plans. Buying two subscriptions gets a third account free on every plan.
Real Stories: Irish Households Leaving the Virgin Media Price Increase
TellyPal offers four one-off subscriptions: 6 months for €70, 10 months for €100, 24 months for €180, and Lifetime for €300 with six years of guaranteed service. The 6- and 10-month plans add €15 per player for lifetime player activation only when TellyPal needs to activate that player; your own working player has no initial activation charge. Initial activation is included on the 24-month and Lifetime plans. Buying two subscriptions gets a third account free on every plan. Neither plan renews automatically.
Kevin Quirke, Dublin: ‘No buffering whatsoever. The choice of channels, movies, and series is unreal.’
David McCarthy discovered TellyPal while researching Virgin Media Ireland price hike alternatives. Savings vary by provider and comparison period. Check the current one-off plans for a like-for-like figure.
Savings vary by provider and comparison period. Check the current one-off plans for a like-for-like figure.
TellyPal Alternative Features
Make a list of the channels, programmes and fixtures you actually use. Ask the TellyPal team what is available for your proposed TellyPal setup, then test your essentials during the free 24-hour trial before cancelling another TV service.
Before subscribing, test an available stream and the recommended player on your chosen device — Firestick, smart telly, phone, tablet, or laptop. Ask the TellyPal team to confirm compatibility. 4K playback depends on the stream, device, player and connection.
Setup takes about five minutes with our step-by-step guides. No engineer visits, no satellite dishes. Ask the TellyPal team to confirm the recommended player for your device and help you get started.
Alan Watson: ‘After years of IPTV services, TellyPal is by far the best.’
Checks Before Choosing IPTV in Ireland
Before choosing a TV service, check the provider’s terms, the programmes you need and the permission to distribute that content. A working stream, clear terms or a service review does not establish content rights.
Ask the TellyPal team to clarify the service offered and any documentation you need before deciding. We offer a 90-day money-back guarantee and WhatsApp support seven days a week.
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How to Cancel Virgin Media
Check your agreement and any written price-change notice before cancelling. Virgin Media’s January 2026 Irish general terms describe one month’s prior notice after the minimum period, possible early-termination charges, and conditional withdrawal provisions for certain changes. Ask Virgin Media to confirm the affected service, notice deadline and any charge in writing before you act.
For consumer information, see the CCPC. Do not assume that every mid-contract price change creates the same exit right or that notice runs from your next billing date.
If you intend to keep Virgin Media broadband, confirm the bill after TV removal and any contract charges with Virgin Media first. For an HD playback test, allow about 10 Mbps where your device connects, then check the actual stream. That is a planning allowance with headroom; the required speed varies with bitrate, the player and other household use.
Setup TellyPal in About Five Minutes
Start your free 24-hour trial without providing card details. Ask the TellyPal team to confirm your exact device and a compatible player, then use the trial to test your setup.
Use the setup guide for your chosen device after the TellyPal team confirms your exact model and recommended player. Setup takes about five minutes, with WhatsApp help if you need it.
Need help? Our WhatsApp support team typically replies in minutes, seven days a week. Maria from Galway praised our service: ‘the TellyPal team was so lovely to deal with and so helpful.’
Maria A., Galway: ‘the TellyPal team was so lovely to deal with and so helpful.’
Customer Support Comparison
TellyPal offers direct WhatsApp help with setup and service questions. The support team typically replies in minutes, seven days a week.
Our support team knows IPTV inside out. No transferring between departments, no reading scripts, no ‘have you tried turning it off and on again.’ Just knowledgeable help when you need it.
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frequently asked questions
Why is Virgin Media increasing prices by 7.7% in Ireland?
Virgin Media cites rising content licensing costs and network infrastructure investments as reasons for the 7.7% price increase. They’re passing these costs directly to customers, adding EUR 60-96 to annual bills.
What TellyPal plans can I compare with Virgin Media?
TellyPal offers four service options: 6 months for €70, 10 months for €100, 24 months for €180, and Lifetime for €300 with six years of guaranteed service. The 6- and 10-month plans add €15 per player for lifetime player activation only when TellyPal needs to activate that player; your own working player has no initial activation charge. Initial activation is included on the 24-month and Lifetime plans. Buying two subscriptions gets a third account free on every plan. Savings vary by provider and comparison period. Check the current plans for a like-for-like figure.
How do I work out what switching TV would save?
Compare your current bill with Virgin Media’s confirmed price for the broadband and phone service you would keep, including lost discounts and contract charges. Use the same period as the TellyPal plan you choose.
What should I check before choosing IPTV in Ireland as an alternative to Virgin Media?
Check the service terms and the provider’s permission to distribute the content you want. A trial, support service or public review does not establish distribution rights. Ask for the relevant documentation before relying on a rights claim.
When does the Virgin Media price increase take effect in Ireland?
Virgin Media’s 7.7% price increase takes effect from March 2026 for all Irish customers. Existing customers receive 30 days notice before the new rates apply to their bills.
How should I compare TellyPal with my Virgin Media bill?
TellyPal offers four service options: 6 months for €70, 10 months for €100, 24 months for €180, and Lifetime for €300 with six years of guaranteed service. The 6- and 10-month plans add €15 per player for lifetime player activation only when TellyPal needs to activate that player; your own working player has no initial activation charge. Initial activation is included on the 24-month and Lifetime plans. Buying two subscriptions gets a third account free on every plan. Compare that service term with the TV charge you can actually stop paying, including any lost bundle discount, remaining commitment or exit charge.
Can I cancel Virgin Media without a charge?
Whether you can leave without a charge depends on your agreement and the notice you received. Check the affected service and deadline, then ask Virgin Media for written confirmation of any cancellation charge. Do not assume every mid-contract price change creates the same exit right.
How does TellyPal IPTV compare to Virgin Media pricing?
TellyPal offers four service options: 6 months for €70, 10 months for €100, 24 months for €180, and Lifetime for €300 with six years of guaranteed service. The 6- and 10-month plans add €15 per player for lifetime player activation only when TellyPal needs to activate that player; your own working player has no initial activation charge. Initial activation is included on the 24-month and Lifetime plans. Buying two subscriptions gets a third account free on every plan. Savings vary by provider and comparison period. Check the current plans for a like-for-like figure.
Does TellyPal work with my existing Virgin Media broadband?
Use the free 24-hour trial to test TellyPal on your own Virgin Media connection and chosen device. Allow about 10 Mbps for an HD test or 25 Mbps for a 4K test where the device connects. These are planning targets with headroom; the required speed varies and actual playback needs checking. Before removing TV, confirm the broadband price you would keep and any contract charges with Virgin Media.
What devices support TellyPal IPTV?
Ask the TellyPal team to confirm your exact device model and a compatible player before buying. Use the free 24-hour trial to check your setup. Setup takes about five minutes with our step-by-step guides, and WhatsApp help is available seven days a week.
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