Breaking News Season Tickets - now on sale

[Grayson]

I am comfortable with £420. We are an EFL-size club without EFL subsidies in the South East. We also generate no other revenue. There isn't any comparison to us currently.

However, I do think we missed a trick by not offering a cheaper rate in North Bank, or alternatively, extending the 17-22 range to 25 or so. These ages will be amongst the average lowest earners and also the drivers of atmosphere in the North. It'd also allow the club to deny accusations of being the most expensive, as we could do what other clubs do, and quote the cheapest price in response.

 

[bw1991]

I am comfortable with £420. We are an EFL-size club without EFL subsidies in the South East. We also generate no other revenue. There isn't any comparison to us currently.

However, I do think we missed a trick by not offering a cheaper rate in North Bank, or alternatively, extending the 17-22 range to 25 or so. These ages will be amongst the average lowest earners and also the drivers of atmosphere in the North. It'd also allow the club to deny accusations of being the most expensive, as we could do what other clubs do, and quote the cheapest price

 

[Firestorm]

It's a joke that that over 62s get them half price. Surely it would be better if they paid more and bought the adult price down makes no sense

its not half price , it works out at 37% discount , and it goes up a year each season for the next 4 years to bring it in line with the state pensionable age

 

[Firestorm]

Still doesn't make any sense does it. Is my money somehow worth less then there's?

look at it as taking care of the elderly , some of these over 62's have had season tickets for over 30 years as well and been supporting the club since the 1960's

 

[londonblue]

look at it as taking care of the elderly , some of these over 62's have had season tickets for over 30 years as well and been supporting the club since the 1960's

My dad is 85. He's had a season ticket for nearly his whole adult life (and has been a fan pretty much his entire life). Personally I think that kind of loyalty should be rewarded with a free season ticket, but given that isn't an option I think it's completely fair he gets a discount.

 

[Guybrush13]

What's the difference between the greyed out seats and the greyed out seats with a black ring around them?

 

[Massimo Giovanni]

My dad is 85. He's had a season ticket for nearly his whole adult life (and has been a fan pretty much his entire life). Personally I think that kind of loyalty should be rewarded with a free season ticket, but given that isn't an option I think it's completely fair he gets a discount.

My M-in-L doesn't get to many games now (88yrs) so even with the cheap price it is no longer for her. She missed too many games the last season she had one because of the weather and illness. Roots Hall is far from good for mobility challenged folk.
The age rising year on year to the state pension age is correct.
Overall the pricing/discounts policy is a fair deal if not perfect for all.

 

[Smiffy]

What's the difference between the greyed out seats and the greyed out seats with a black ring around them?

The ones with a black ring are season cards seats not yet renewed. The plain grey are new purchases.

 

[Piledriver]

For anyone interested in making a comparison here is our season ticket and match day ticket prices, very over complicated! https://images.gc.colchesterutdfcservices.co.uk/aadc2530-fdca-11ef-97c4-630c09b15072.pdf

For a moment therei thought you were going to say for anyone wanting to switch allegiances lol , I might go and watch a couple of Braintree games just to reccy the opposition!

 

[SuffolkShrimpers]

Most kids around here go West Ham games unfortunately.

I don’t think so, after the crap they put up at Stratford, their parents might rather go to local game next season.

 

[Che's Left Foot]

Many clubs at our level offer a payment plan. A real shame we haven't offered this.
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Given we're using Kaizen Ticketing (who support Klarna) it's fairly safe to assume this was a financial decision by the club rather than a technical one - Klarna do take a hefty commission charge after all.

Big shame.

 

[SHRIMPERPETER]

Anyone having trouble getting through on the phone?

 

[Harry Bullocks]

It's a joke that that over 62s get them half price. Surely it would be better if they paid more and bought the adult price down makes no sense

Not if you’re 62+
It’s recognition for long years of pain and suffering.

 

[Goodwin]

£250 last years for emergency services/ Armed forces & veterans season tickets.

And seniors.£400 for non concessions

 

[Goodwin]

The ones with a black ring are season cards seats not yet renewed. The plain grey are new purchases.

Presumably purchases by ST holders

 

[Smiffy]

Presumably purchases by ST holders

Sales of empty seats are open to all.

 

[Swiss Tony]

Still doesn't make any sense does it. Is my money somehow worth less then there's?

Your turn will come, try and hang on if you can.

 

[Leigh_Seasider]

What's the difference between the greyed out seats and the greyed out seats with a black ring around them?

The ones with the ring - keep your bloody hands off! For now anyway ;)

 

[Tommy2holes]

Sales of empty seats are open to all.

Right now?

Thought general sale wasn't just yet, although it doesn't make sense not to sell now if they are available.

 

[Leigh_Seasider]

York’s payment plan costs 6.25% more than buying it up front.

That is not a good deal for people already struggling to afford the initial price when you can purchase it cheaper with a 0% interest credit card offer and earn up to 8% by paying into a regular saver account.

I for one am pleased that the club isn’t promoting payment schemes which rip off fans when there are methods that can achieve the same outcome for less money whilst earning you money.

I see what you're saying Yorkie but not everyone has a great credit rating I'd suggest. Don't Klarna just split the payment into 3, no interest? I mean charge a small premium for splitting the cost but they don't have to whack on loads of interest do they? Would just help those who didn't have the cash up front ..