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Post by QPR Report on Feb 5, 2009 14:39:38 GMT
Sounds a good approach
Bristol City Official Site - FREE FOOTBALL FOR UNDER-16S
Under-16s can watch City for FREE at all home Championship matches in 2009/10 - as part of a discounted family ticket in the club's latest season card offer.
Family tickets (two adults pay, two under-16s go free) are available in all areas of the ground from £480*, as long as they are bought or renewed by 27th February.
In addition, under-sevens are also guaranteed FREE entry throughout the stadium in 2009/10 if a season card is renewed or purchased with an adult .
Prices as a whole have been reduced by up to five per cent across the board against last season's early bird prices.
Chairman Steve Lansdown says: "It is important to encourage families and our fans for the future. The new discounted family ticket and free admission for under-7s does just this.
"I hope our supporters will find these offers attractive and continue to give the team the great support they have in the past."
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Post by QPR Report on Feb 7, 2009 8:36:37 GMT
Sunderland... Guardian/Louise Taylor
Sunderland slash season ticket prices in response to credit crisis• All season tickets to drop by at least £30 next season
• Children admitted for £1 with accompanying adult
Louise Taylor Niall Quinn has revealed that Sunderland's decision to slash season ticket prices for next season was driven by a sense of "moral responsibility". Yet even Quinn is not guided by purely altruistic motives and the Sunderland chairman also suggested that, should no lift in ticket sales take place, the club's ownership may be forced to review their future plans. "It is no exaggeration to say we've reached a critical point in our lifespan as custodians of the club," he said after yesterday announcing that all season tickets for 2009-10 would be reduced by at least £30 and that children accompanied by an adult would be able to watch Sunderland play for £1 a game. Writing in the match programme for today's match at home to Stoke City, Quinn – who has received significant backing from Ellis Short, an Irish-American financier and the club's principal shareholder – said: "Sunderland has a proud history and we want to make sure all its greatest days aren't just in the past. "Taking the current economy into account we've made a bold and brave decision to sacrifice income in an effort to add strength in [crowd] numbers. This in turn will help drive this club forward. It's a welcome decision from the ownership who, having supported the cause with hard cash, are now going the extra yard. "We understand the strains the credit crunch is placing on people's lives. We have a moral responsibility as a club and my hope is that by significantly reducing prices for everyone we can ensure that our fans are able to keep supporting the club at a time when money is tight. Our efforts to bring more people into the Stadium of Light are crucial to where the club goes in the future." Sunderland's stadium houses almost 50,000 but attendances have dipped in recent months and Quinn is anxious that young Wearsiders develop the habit of watching football live. "I'd implore any would-be season-ticket holder to bring a young supporter with them next season almost as a duty to ensure that we enable young fans to be able to come to and love this club as existing fans and supporters of bygone years have always done," he said. www.guardian.co.uk/football/2009/feb/07/sunderland-season-ticket-prices-niall-quinn |
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Post by QPR Report on Feb 7, 2009 10:14:52 GMT
And The Times Times OnlineFebruary 6, 2009
Prices tumble as Quinn asks fans to back new incentive George Caulkin The Government has urged other Barclays Premier League clubs to follow Sunderland’s lead after Niall Quinn responded to the credit crunch by unveiling a radical pricing policy that will allow children to attend matches for £1 each. While the latest television deal promises more riches for the English game, Sunderland hope to prevent their supporters being disenfranchised during the economic downturn.
A significant package of across-the-board price cuts at the Stadium of Light comes at what Quinn, the chairman, has described as a “crucial point” in Sunderland’s development. Their unprecedented move — under-16s, accompanied by adults, will be able to buy season tickets for £19 — is both a “moral” recognition of the financial climate and a challenge to fans to fill the ground on a regular basis. “This is a fantastic move from Sunderland,” Gerry Sutcliffe, the Minister for Sport, said. “Football has, of course, got to take into account the current economic climate when drawing up ticket prices for next season and I hope other clubs now follow suit.” While Sunderland’s attendances compare favourably with other clubs in the Premier League, particularly given the impoverished circumstances of their catchment area, capacity crowds at their 49,000-seat stadium have been infrequent. Sunderland’s gesture — the club is now majority-owned by Ellis Short, the American businessman and billionaire — comes with a caveat. “Sunderland has a proud history and we want to make sure all of its greatest days aren’t just in the past but that there are some to look forward to,” Quinn has written in his programme notes for today’s home match against Stoke City. “There’s no secret about the fact we’ve spent a lot of money to try and bring the club back in line with its traditional standing in the game. Taking the current economy into account, we’ve made a bold and brave decision to sacrifice income in an effort to add strength in numbers. “This, in turn, will help us drive this club forward. We understand the strains the credit crunch is placing on people’s lives. We have a moral responsibility as a club. It’s no exaggeration to say that we have reached a critical point in our life span as custodians of the club. “As a result, the efforts we are making to bring more people in to the Stadium of Light are crucial to where the club goes in the future. Next year’s season ticket sales will have a big bearing on how our season is defined. When I first came to the club, I got a terrific response when I asked lapsed season ticket-holders to back the team again. “This time, I’m asking for more. I’d implore any would-be season ticket-holder to bring a young supporter with them next season almost as a duty.” www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/sport/football/premier_league/sunderland/article5680175.ece |
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Post by QPR Report on Feb 7, 2009 10:27:15 GMT
Jan 26 Norwich City freeze ticket priceswww.eufootball.biz/Marketing/6652-norwich_city_freeze_ticket_prices.html English Norwich City announced it will not raise its season ticket prices for the 2009/10 season due to the current financial climate. The club will also continue the interest-free payment scheme to spread the cost of buying the tickets up to 12 months. The payments scheme was used by more than 11,000 fans last year. "By freezing season ticket prices in all areas and once again offering supporters the opportunity to spread the cost of their season tickets up to 12 months interest-free, we are reaffirming the Club's commitment to its cherished core principle of affordable family football, particularly in these difficult financial times," said Richard Gough, the club's Customer Services Manager. |
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Post by QPR Report on Feb 8, 2009 8:48:06 GMT
Thought what Spurs was doing was good; maybe notNews Of The WorldSPURS FANS IN TICKET FURY
Season-ticket holders seething at 'price-freeze' scheme FURIOUS Spurs fans are threatening to cancel their season tickets in a row over the club’s “price freeze” scheme that requires supporters to pay TWO YEARS in advance. Tottenham, under chairman Daniel Levy, last week announced they are putting the cost of season tickets on hold for 24 months to help followers hit by the recession. The Londoners’ 23,500 season ticket holders have been offered the deal and 50 “loyalty” points — but only if they cough up two seasons’ worth of money by April 17. And with Spurs locked in a relegation dogfight, there is a real danger they may end up playing in the Championship next season. Livid fans have been posting their anger on various Tottenham websites. One wrote: “What do Spurs take us for? F***ing, thieving b*******s. They can shove their offer. I would have to fork out nearly £1,600 in the next eight weeks.” Another wrote: “They are worried about relegation and if we do drop down who will renew their season tickets then?” Prices varied this season between a whopping £1,675 for a top seat in the west stand and £670 for a place in the lower north and south stands. But a Virgin Money survey revealed a massive 34 PER CENT of season ticket holders are considering cancelling their tickets. A Tottenham spokesman said: “The price freeze for up to two years has been designed to thank and reward our supporters for their continued and exceptional loyalty and to ease the financial burden that many people are currently experiencing.” But Spurs Trust spokesman Bernie Kingsley hit back: “I understand the fears. I can only suggest that if Spurs do end up in the Championship and play extra home games, then fans will stick two fingers up if the club attempts to ask them to pay more for tickets.” www.newsoftheworld.co.uk/sport/167860/SPURS-FANS-IN-TICKET-FURY-Season-ticket-holders-seething-at-price-freeze-scheme.html
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Post by QPR Report on Feb 12, 2009 8:25:39 GMT
Derby County Official Site
09/10 SEASON TICKETS FROZEN
Derby County are pleased to announce that fans be will rewarded for their continued support of the club and Nigel Clough's side with a number of new benefits for next season.
Derby's fans continue to fill out Pride Park on a regular basis and the club is proud to have the highest average attendance in the Championship.
The support is also strong away from home and the recent scenes at Old Trafford and the City Ground are testament to what CEO and President Tom Glick acknowledges to be a "phenomenal supporter base".
The last twelve months have seen Derby County's senior management embark on a major process of supporter consultation, ensuring the ownership of the club understand the needs and wants of the fan base.
The season ticket offer for the 2009-10 campaign incorporates those feelings. The club recognises the importance of the fans in inspiring the team and wishes to cement this partnership through a continued relationship of engagement and rewarding loyalty.
Some highlights include:
PRICE FREEZE - There will be no increase to the price of seats if fans renew by the 11th April.
FREE MATCHES - Fans will receive admission to one pre-season friendly match plus the first home Carling Cup match FREE as a part of their season ticket.
UNUSED TICKET PROGRAMME - if supporters occasionally miss a match, the club will allow fans to replace that ticket (or tickets) with additional seats for friends or family at future selected matches free of charge.
FREE CHILDREN'S SEASON TICKETS - beginning next season, children age 7 and under can receive a free season ticket with each adult season ticket purchased.
EASY PAYMENT OPTIONS - the club are offering even more ways to finance season tickets including a 10-instaliment plan and 0% interest with Rams Card.
FREE SEASON TICKET - when fans purchase a mobile phone from our 'Season Presenting' sponsors, buyrnobilephones.net, they will receive £320 (equivalent to the cost of a Band D ticket) credit towards the purchase price of your 2009-10 season ticket - unbelievable, but true.
Rams CEO and President Tom Glick has hailed the new season ticket package as being driven by the supporters, for the supporters:
"There are certain principles that we, as a club, will stick to rigidly and that is providing the best possible value for our most valuable asset; our phenomenal supporter base.
"For our new season ticket campaign we have incorporated the ideas and wishes of the fans we have spoken too and looked to shape the package around them.
"I'm positive the new benefits will be warmly received and with yet another season where the club has frozen the prices the value for the supporters has become even greater than ever before.
"We are committed to building a stronger Derby County and understand the central role supporters will play in helping the club to fulfil its true potential.
"We have seen in recent weeks what can be achieved and believe the arrival of Nigel Clough has added to the strength of the 'team' already in place at Pride Park.
"Our supporters are a central part of this 'team'. As we work hard towards delivering success, we will do so abiding by the philosophy that together, we are Derby."
Further details of the new season offers will be directly communicated to fans within the coming weeks.
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Post by QPR Report on Feb 14, 2009 10:53:13 GMT
MK Dons Official Site 2009/10 SEASON TICKET LAUNCH Sat 14 Feb 2009 Milton Keynes Dons FC today announces details of its 2009/10 season tickets - a continuation of our pledge to offer affordable, live, family football for the New City. With outstanding opportunities for both new and existing supporters, a pricing structure offering huge rewards for early commitment and some of the most competitive prices in the Football League, next season's campaign looks like being the best Dons fans have experienced yet! 200910 Season Ticket Presenter Copies of the presenter have been mailed to season ticket holders to arrive week commencing February 16, 2009. Combined with the unique sense of belonging that comes with being part of the action week in, week out, applicants for 2009/10 season tickets will benefit from the following highlights. - Renew your adult season ticket before March 31 and save 10%* or more on 2009/10 prices. - Renew your junior season ticket before March 31 and save 8%* or more on 2009/10 prices. - Buy a new season ticket before March 31 and save more than 5%*. - Spread the cost interest free over nine, six or three months by Direct Debit. - New 17-21 and Under 12 pricing categories both for season tickets and casual sales. - 1,000 new family seats in the West Wing for the 2009/10 season. - Retention of Under 7s go free policy.** - New Away Season Ticket giving regular away supporters security for away games with limited allocations. Under the exciting leadership of Roberto Di Matteo, the Dons continue to turn heads both in Milton Keynes and beyond, as football in the New City grows increasingly strong. Attendances have consistently increased since the Club's formation five years ago and, following the success of recent seasons and the move to the impressive stadiummk, that is only expected to continue into the next decade. Group Director of Sales and Marketing Andrew Cullen said: "When we started the process of considering prices for 2009/10, we were very conscious of the challenges posed by the current economic climate. "We were determined, however, to remain true to the Club's longstanding commitment to affordable football for everyone. "The early renewal periods not only provide the opportunity for supporters to make some great savings, but to spread the cost of their season tickets over as much as nine months. Cowshed fans Season ticket holders will get the best prices for 2009/10 before March 31 2009. "We also acknowledge that more young people are staying in full-time education for longer and those that start work will have pressure on the pound in their pocket, hence the decision to introduce a new price band for 17-21-year-olds. "And, of course, a younger generation can benefit from Under 16 season ticket prices starting at £45, with Under 7s continuing to go free throughout the stadium.** "We hope that this new pricing structure will see crowds continue to grow at stadiummk and provide a bedrock of support as we seek to realise our ambition of becoming a sustainable Championship Club." CLICK HERE FOR THE 2009/10 SEASON TICKET PRESENTER CLICK HERE FOR A DETAILED 2009/10 PRICING GRID CLICK HERE FOR THE 2009/10 SEASON TICKET APPLICATION FORM CLICK HERE FOR THE SEASON TICKET DIRECT DEBIT FORM Remember you can submit your season ticket application in one of four ways. EMAIL IT to boxoffice@mkdons.com PHONE IT through on 01908 622900 BRING IT to the Box Office at stadiummk POST IT to stadiummk; Stadium Way West; Milton Keynes; MK1 1ST * Actual saving dependent on seating area in stadium. ** Under 7s go free policy applies to all areas excluding ClubRed. For full terms and conditions see the Terms and Conditions Supplement available here. www.mkdons.com/page/SeasonTickets/0,,10420~1556733,00.html |
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Post by QPR Report on Feb 21, 2009 8:21:30 GMT
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Post by QPR Report on Feb 25, 2009 7:51:58 GMT
Telegraph
Newcastle United owner Mike Ashley agrees cut in season ticket prices
The 'Cockney Mafia' at St James' Park have stepped up their charm offensive towards Newcastle United supporters by cutting season ticket prices.
By Rob Stewart 25 Feb 2009
In a bid to halt the decline in the numbers of fans attending matches at the Tyneside club, Newcastle owner Mike Ashley has sanctioned a nine per cent cut in season ticket prices.
Average attendances have slipped below the 50,000-mark for the first since the stadium was re-developed at the turn of the millennium and now the Newcastle hierarchy are aiming to reverse that trend.
Many Newcastle fans angrily turned on sports retail tycoon Ashley and the other members of the so-called Cockney Mafia following the resignation of Kevin Keegan last September and this initiative represents a bid to regain local support.
"At a time when money is tight for supporters, football clubs have to recognise the sacrifices people make to continue following their team and offer any assistance they can in making games affordable to watch," said Newcastle managing-director Derek Llambias.
"We have decided to reduce the majority of prices back to 2007/08 levels to help fans because we appreciate the big commitment they make in buying their season tickets every year.
"We are also further increasing the family enclosure and raising the age of the junior price concession to 18 because young supporters represent our future." Llambias is expected to formally announce the new prices in April, but the price of a season-ticket in the Gallowgate End is expected to be fall from £543 to £494.
He is also planning to write to those fans who made a three-year commitment to the club last year after being offered a prize freeze.
Llambias added: "Those fans who bought season tickets in advance have shown a great deal of faith in the club and I will be contacting them by letter to outline why their continued support remains crucial to everything we hope to achieve at Newcastle United going forward.
"It has been a tough season, nobody will pretend otherwise, but together we must all look to better times ahead."
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Post by QPR Report on Feb 28, 2009 1:27:49 GMT
Mirror
Arsenal freeze season ticket prices as reward for fans By John Cross 27/02/2009
Arsenal are freezing their season ticket prices - even though they have 47,000 fans on the waiting list.
Newcastle and Sunderland have reduced their ticket prices for next season as the credit crunch begins to bite football.
Now Arsene Wenger's Arsenal are helping out their fans even though they could fill their 60,000 Emirates Stadium nearly twice over.
Gunners chief executive Ivan Gazidis, who yesterday revealed six-month pre-tax profits of £24.5m, said: "It's important for us to take care of our core fans.
"We have 47,000 supporters waiting for season tickets and the truth is we probably could have raised prices this year.
"However, we decided that in the long term the relationship with our fans is more important and the right thing to do is hold the prices steady this year."
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Post by Lonegunmen on Feb 28, 2009 20:40:46 GMT
And QPR are doing what??
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Post by londonranger on Feb 28, 2009 21:25:19 GMT
Official announcement was for the next six weeks the season ticket cost will be frozen Then the price will be raised. Fifteen percent sounds like the consensus.
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Post by QPR Report on Mar 3, 2009 8:25:26 GMT
And this article was on the Indys site
The Star - CLUBS CUT COSTS TO KEEP FANS ONSIDE
ABOVE: Victory for supporters as prices slashed 28th February 2009 By Tom Savage)
FRANTIC football clubs are slashing season ticket prices after we revealed cash-strapped fans are deserting them in droves.
The mega-bucks teams are helping their hard-up supporters by dropping their rates for the first time ever.
Everton will cut the cost of their cheapest seats by more than 20%, Portsmouth by 17% and New-castle and Sunderland by 10%.
Manchester City fans could also pay less next season to see stars like record signing Robinho, while Arsenal, Spurs and Hull City have said their rates will stay the same.
Only Aston Villa are putting prices up, and even that is just for their cheapest seats.
Last night Chelsea confirmed they would be freezing prices while other sides – including Premier League champions Manchester United and Liverpool – have yet to reveal their 2009-10 prices.
The move comes after we reported a third of fans planned to give up their season tickets next time because they couldn’t afford them.
Premier League prices soared by an average of 8% in 2008/09 to £590, leading to accusations clubs were ripping fans off.
Football Supporters Federation chairman Malcolm Clarke said: “For too long clubs have acted as if the loyalty of their fans had no limit.
“But the bubble seems set to burst. The industry may pay for its short-sightedness in letting prices exceed inflation over the past 15 years.”
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Post by QPR Report on Mar 3, 2009 8:38:51 GMT
I posted this in another thread last week, but just to keep them all together: Ipwswich. And I haven't gone comprehensively through what all the clubs are doing, but I'm sure a number of others will be doing innovative things.Ipswich Official Site
SEASON TICKET PRICES REVEALEDTown are freezing Season Ticket prices for 2009/10, meaning a third successive freeze for most fans. Supporters are also able to take advantage of an eight month interest free credit scheme if purchasing before the Early Bird deadline. Blues fans who do buy a Season Ticket for the 2009/10 campaign before the Early Bird deadline of April 4, 2009 will also be in line for a 50 per cent rebate on their ticket if Town are promoted to the Premier League this term through the introduction of the Premiership Cashback scheme, which could mean around £2.5m going back to the supporters. The Premier League Cashback scheme will also apply next year with anyone renewing their Season Ticket for 2010/11 receiving the 50 per cent rebate if Town are promoted in 2009/10. The Club are also maintaining the commitment to younger fans and families by retaining the U11 Season Ticket for just £10 (bought with an adult ticket), which works out at just 44p per game in the Championship for the young Blues. The U11 Season Ticket is one of the cheapest in English football's top two tiers. The interest free option has been extended from four to eight months for all Season Ticket holders purchasing before April 4, with the payments spread between May and December. A LETTER FROM MARCUS EVANS Dear Supporter, When I invested in Ipswich Town Football Club in December 2007, I did so in the belief that I could help the Club and its supporters to get back to the Premier League.Fourteen months on and I'm still convinced that this will happen sooner rather than later.Why?There are a number of factors that, I believe, give us an edge. ·The Club has no bank debt and this puts us in a strong financial position in comparison to lots of other clubs. ·I am also strengthening my commitment to the Club by making further substantial funds available for investment in the playing squad, to build the winning team that we all want to see week in, week out at Portman Road but we need your support too. ·We have a robust, long-term strategy in place that allows us to continue to invest in our best players - Jon Walters, Owen Garvan and Danny Haynes have all recently extended their contracts. ·I am committed to working to get the very best out of our excellent Academy. ·We have invested in strengthening the Club's international scouting network, resulting already in the recent arrival of Luciano Civelli from Argentina. ·And on the field our current form is encouraging, with (at the time of writing) just one defeat in the last nine matches. I hope that you will feel able to show your commitment to the Club through the buying of a Season Ticket for the 2009/10 season.I know that money is tight in many households at the moment which is why we've taken a number of steps to try and keep football at Portman Road as affordable as possible: ·We have frozen Season Ticket prices (for most Season Ticket holders, prices have now been held for three seasons). ·We have introduced an extended credit facility, with an 8 month interest-free payment plan that will help supporters to better manage their money while continuing to support the Club that they love. ·We will continue to offer families access to live football at great prices through a highly attractive pricing policy that starts with an Under 11 Season Ticket at just £10. ·Finally, we are extending our "Premiership Cashback" scheme for another season in a deal that will deliver a 50% rebate to Season Ticket holders if we win promotion this season or next.The £2.5 million we could be handing back to supporters would be a fantastic way for the Club to reward your loyalty and thank you for your great support. Since becoming involved with Ipswich Town I have been working to create a financially stable Club that has the ability to get to the Premier League and to stay there.Some of us were at Stamford Bridge in January for our FA Cup Fourth Round match against Chelsea. I certainly got a feel for the standard of football I want to see us regularly involved in. I also know that once we are promoted to the Premiership, it will be all the more enjoyable having witnessed the journey that took us there. I am continuing to invest in our quest for promotion, I am asking you if you will do the same by buying your Season Ticket for 2009/10. Best wishes, Marcus Evans For full details of the prices and to download a digital version of our Season Ticket brochure, go to 'Season Tickets' from the Ticket menu. www.itfc.co.uk/page/NewsDetail/0,,10272~1572871,00.html
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Post by FloridaR on Mar 4, 2009 1:18:08 GMT
Me thinks we have QPR directors with Tottenham ambitions...
Great to read that other clubs have a real eye for fans & economics.
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