outpricing and moving longterm season ticket holders

[Didsbury Dave]

Thanks for your 20+ years of custom but fuck off. We've got tourists to entertain who have deeper pockets. Absolute joke shop.

Don't you think that's a little bit of a small minded attitude? They haven't asked you to move yet and you don't know whether you will be, and if so what the alternative will be.

One things for certain, the 'tourists' you refer to subsidise everyone else's seat and contribute to the wages of the players you enjoy watching. Hasnt the penny dropped yet that the sheikh wants this club at break even?
And I know a number of blues in the corporate sections who were giving the club two grand a year when we were in the lower divisions. I know one who attends every away game around the world and has done all his life.

If you're such a fucking Superfan maybe you should be a bit more sympathetic to the needs of The Sheikh and The Club.

Not asked me and my mates to move yet but the freshly built walls and markings on the ground tell me the writing is on the alan ball. Only a matter of time. Club could not be more blatant. Small minded? Do me a favour DD. We're talking about fans moved from the maine stand at maine road and who have sat happily together and for years and who have a massive bond. We're being told thanks but fuck off to accommodate non city fans who are prepared to pay a bit more. Absolute joke shop.

I understand and sympathise mate. I was a main stander as well. But I can honestly see it from both sides and think that, as long as you are looked after with the relocation it isn't the end of the world. Remember, the opening of the new stand will mean a number of relocations and might just give you comparable - or even better options.

I've moved my season ticket three times now. All within the same stand, but you soon get to know the people around. Of course you should be allowed to stay together as family/friends.

I didn't renew one year for personal reasons and I've never been able to get back closer to my dad than about 40 seats. It isn't the end of the world to be honest.

 

[dobobobo]

They sent lettres out to East stand level 1 or 2 ( first tier) to say prices would rise continually for a few years maybe up to £1100 currently around £780 where i sit. I already know people who have moved onto the top tier to get cheaper seats.

The biggest problem with moving and the reason i haven't is that the new seats are just not as good location. Also depends on whether my mates want to move at the same time. You have to either pay more or compromise your view etc, or walk away.

I've managed to deal with every increase and not sure how far I'd be prepared to go, especially as the service doesn't seem to improve with the price hike. Bars are still rubish , food cost still to high etc.

I think with the new stand opening next season it will be interesting to see what the new prices are. I would not move to the top tier unless i was on front 5 or so rows.

Us plebs don't want you either.

 

[Manchester_lalala]

I can understand the op's frustration, but this is how it's going to be from now. We still have the best value for money season tickets in the prem. If there's anyone to blame about ticket prices, it's uefa. What about fair play to the fans? I can see us being the first english club to sell season tickets at bundesliga rates, but not for a few years while the project is still in its early phase.

 

[quiet_riot]

I was only reading what was going to happen next year the other day, I'll have to fish it out again. East/West level 2 season ticket holders are going to be either moved or asked to pay prices starting at £1150.

Also read the hierarchy for next years season cards,

-There is a renewal period for everyone first.
-Then those effected by the level 2 east/west get first dibs relocation window, this includes first pick on new stand.
-then a window for the rest of seasoncard holders wanting to relocate.
- then a further window for those effected to relocate.
-then the waiting list.

If you find this info, could you post it please?

 

[squirtyflower]

I was only reading what was going to happen next year the other day, I'll have to fish it out again. East/West level 2 season ticket holders are going to be either moved or asked to pay prices starting at £1150.

Also read the hierarchy for next years season cards,

-There is a renewal period for everyone first.
-Then those effected by the level 2 east/west get first dibs relocation window, this includes first pick on new stand.
-then a window for the rest of seasoncard holders wanting to relocate.
- then a further window for those effected to relocate.
-then the waiting list.

If you find this info, could you post it please?

It's posted at the foot of the previous page in the thread

 

[MCC]

Don't you think that's a little bit of a small minded attitude? They haven't asked you to move yet and you don't know whether you will be, and if so what the alternative will be.

One things for certain, the 'tourists' you refer to subsidise everyone else's seat and contribute to the wages of the players you enjoy watching. Hasnt the penny dropped yet that the sheikh wants this club at break even?
And I know a number of blues in the corporate sections who were giving the club two grand a year when we were in the lower divisions. I know one who attends every away game around the world and has done all his life.

If you're such a fucking Superfan maybe you should be a bit more sympathetic to the needs of The Sheikh and The Club.

Not asked me and my mates to move yet but the freshly built walls and markings on the ground tell me the writing is on the alan ball. Only a matter of time. Club could not be more blatant. Small minded? Do me a favour DD. We're talking about fans moved from the maine stand at maine road and who have sat happily together and for years and who have a massive bond. We're being told thanks but fuck off to accommodate non city fans who are prepared to pay a bit more. Absolute joke shop.

I understand and sympathise mate. I was a main stander as well. But I can honestly see it from both sides and think that, as long as you are looked after with the relocation it isn't the end of the world. Remember, the opening of the new stand will mean a number of relocations and might just give you comparable - or even better options.

I've moved my season ticket three times now. All within the same stand, but you soon get to know the people around. Of course you should be allowed to stay together as family/friends.

I didn't renew one year for personal reasons and I've never been able to get back closer to my dad than about 40 seats. It isn't the end of the world to be honest.

DD, Im with you. What really, reallly pisses me off is the total disregard for long term supporters. In a time where the atmosphere is absolutely dog shit, we're quite happy to shift loads of loyal blues along their merry way for a few extra quid for tourists. It's not right. We all know it. It stinks and its not on.

 

[Blue Maverick]

Second tier is going to look like club Wembley, empty apart from the big games, looking at it yesterday loads of boxes were empty and lots of empty padded seats.

 

[MCC]

Second tier is going to look like club Wembley, empty apart from the big games, looking at it yesterday loads of boxes were empty and lots of empty padded seats.

Yes, but tommy glick has sold the tickets in advance and despite no one turning up he gets his fat bonus. I'd base his bonus on actual people turning up and noise levels rather than corporate monkeys not turnig up.

 

[Kompany is King]

Despite the rumours stretching back a couple of years, actual hard information for the fans currently occupying seats in the East and West stands level 2 has been in short supply. Nobody to my knowledge has been informed of the impact the new developments will have on them specifically, or exactly what will be on offer for the rumoured £1150 a season. If, as has been suggested, all that is on offer is access to 'enhanced' catering facilities then it seems an awful lot of money to pay for the opportunity to spend some more money on food and drink. Quite how the club can soften the blow of what is effectively Hobson's Choice when it comes to relocation is beyond me. Sadly it is inevitable that groups of supporters who have enjoyed each other's company at matches for many years will find that they can no longer have that experience. If the club feel that this is necessary in order for it to continue to progress then so be it, but I'm pretty sure there will be many disgruntled level 2 supporters next season.

Agree with all the above and would add.

I moved from Maine Road for the 2003/04 season and have had the same seat with friends in the East Stand level two ever since. I would like to renew but feel it is very likely I will be priced out and have to move, probably to seat with an inferior position.

City wrote to Season Ticket holders in Colin Bell Stand and East Stand Level Two including myself ahead of the 2010/11 season to advise us for the 2011/12 season the areas will be refurbished to a high standard providing a premium experience for supporters. To include improved facilities and services on the concourse. With the improvements there will be increases in price. Supporters had the opportunity to relocate ahead of the 2011/12 season. Prices were to be staggered over two seasons. At this time they also announced 'Value Seasoncards' being available at £250.00. Not sure when but padded seats were installed in a number of blocks.

2010/11 - Paid £535.00
2011/12 - Paid £590.00
2012/13 - Paid £700.00
2013/14 - Paid £740.00
2014/15 - Paid £835.00

2012/13 Direct debit option brought in. Much appreciated.

I recall getting an email or letter, forget which, I think prior to the 2013/14 season. Basically saying that prices for the 2015/16 season would be FROM £1,150.00.

I await further communication with interest as to prices and standard/availability/timescale of seats to move to. Hopefully any increase in hospitality areas will help to keep 'standard' seat prices as low as possible and with new additional seating areas maybe bring prices down, though I recognise City is a business so do not hold much hope for this.

I don't have the answers. However advance notice from the Club is always good and helps to plan for costs etc.

These are very special times being a Blue but at a cost...

 

[marco]

Despite the rumours stretching back a couple of years, actual hard information for the fans currently occupying seats in the East and West stands level 2 has been in short supply. Nobody to my knowledge has been informed of the impact the new developments will have on them specifically, or exactly what will be on offer for the rumoured £1150 a season. If, as has been suggested, all that is on offer is access to 'enhanced' catering facilities then it seems an awful lot of money to pay for the opportunity to spend some more money on food and drink. Quite how the club can soften the blow of what is effectively Hobson's Choice when it comes to relocation is beyond me. Sadly it is inevitable that groups of supporters who have enjoyed each other's company at matches for many years will find that they can no longer have that experience. If the club feel that this is necessary in order for it to continue to progress then so be it, but I'm pretty sure there will be many disgruntled level 2 supporters next season.

Agree with all the above and would add.

I moved from Maine Road for the 2003/04 season and have had the same seat with friends in the East Stand level two ever since. I would like to renew but feel it is very likely I will be priced out and have to move, probably to seat with an inferior position.

City wrote to Season Ticket holders in Colin Bell Stand and East Stand Level Two including myself ahead of the 2010/11 season to advise us for the 2011/12 season the areas will be refurbished to a high standard providing a premium experience for supporters. To include improved facilities and services on the concourse. With the improvements there will be increases in price. Supporters had the opportunity to relocate ahead of the 2011/12 season. Prices were to be staggered over two seasons. At this time they also announced 'Value Seasoncards' being available at £250.00. Not sure when but padded seats were installed in a number of blocks.

2010/11 - Paid £535.00
2011/12 - Paid £590.00
2012/13 - Paid £700.00
2013/14 - Paid £740.00
2014/15 - Paid £835.00

2012/13 Direct debit option brought in. Much appreciated.

I recall getting an email or letter, forget which, I think prior to the 2013/14 season. Basically saying that prices for the 2015/16 season would be FROM £1,150.00.

I await further communication with interest as to prices and standard/availability/timescale of seats to move to. Hopefully any increase in hospitality areas will help to keep 'standard' seat prices as low as possible and with new additional seating areas maybe bring prices down, though I recognise City is a business so do not hold much hope for this.

I don't have the answers. However advance notice from the Club is always good and helps to plan for costs etc.

These are very special times being a Blue but at a cost...

that's some increase mate, imagine if your water bill had increased by that amount there would be uproar, i said from the beginning of this season if it goes up next year i'm out after 40 years, it would have finally pushed me over the limit i can afford