Whitey Posted 3 June, 2011 Share Posted 3 June, 2011 It wasn't Well it's not on my purchase history and I was definitely there... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LGTL Posted 3 June, 2011 Share Posted 3 June, 2011 Well it's not on my purchase history and I was definitely there... The home game against Derby in the play offs wasn't included. I had a ST that year and can remember buying my play off ticket. Still have the stub at home too somewhere. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AK Posted 3 June, 2011 Share Posted 3 June, 2011 That's expensive, my ST plus my two kids ( aged 7+10) has increased from circa £500 in total last season to circa £900 this year as one of them will now be charged as an U17! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Georgie Posted 3 June, 2011 Share Posted 3 June, 2011 What qualifies a person as a student? I'm studying as a adult while doing full time work....I qualify for a NUS card Sent from my HTC Sensation Z710e using Tapatalk I am in the same boat, I have e-mailed the ticket office to ask. Although I qualify for an NUS card I have not purchased one Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smirking_Saint Posted 3 June, 2011 Share Posted 3 June, 2011 That's expensive, my ST plus my two kids ( aged 7+10) has increased from circa £500 in total last season to circa £900 this year as one of them will now be charged as an U17! Your 10 year old should surely be charged as an under 11 ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smirking_Saint Posted 3 June, 2011 Share Posted 3 June, 2011 I assume he falls into the 60-65 age category. Changing Seniors from 60 to 65 seems to have had the biggest impact on prices across the board. True, but there fault for being old Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shroppie Posted 3 June, 2011 Share Posted 3 June, 2011 Well it's not on my purchase history and I was definitely there... Actually, thinking about it, I'm not totally sure. Was forgetting it was before I had a ST. But for 10-11 if we'd been in the playoffs, wasn't included. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shroppie Posted 3 June, 2011 Share Posted 3 June, 2011 True, but there fault for being old But not old enough, apparently. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trader Posted 3 June, 2011 Share Posted 3 June, 2011 How ? £300 (centre - senior) - £515 (centre - full) I'm 61 so no longer qualify for senior ticket. BTW I think that makes us the only club in the country to not give concessions to over 60's. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colinjb Posted 3 June, 2011 Share Posted 3 June, 2011 I wonder, would a senior renewing over the phone will have their age checked? I could see my Dad deciding not to renew based on the price rise he will be experiencing. £193 up to £380 in the Family enclosure. Very nearly a 100% price rise for those in that 60-65 grey area. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AK Posted 3 June, 2011 Share Posted 3 June, 2011 Your 10 year old should surely be charged as an under 11 ? Only 1 U11 ticket per adult ticket. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brussels Saint Posted 3 June, 2011 Share Posted 3 June, 2011 Interesting that season tickets are not on sale for another month. I thought initially it may be due to building some enthusiasm through expected signings, but effectively that will happen anyway even if you could purchase it right away. Therefore it's obviously in the clubs business plan to limit season tickets due to having a very short availability period. Any existing holder will be able to renew in the timeframe and there are clearly some good things in there (instalment plan etc.) for the loyal fan, though the price rise is expected. It does seem though they are not actively encouraging new holders. Its a good model and makes sense financially, but is based almost entirely on success. The club will know the missing 10000 are out there and will return if we are winning, but if we are struggling it would backfire. Conclusion - NC is about to get his chequebook out. Jack Cork for starters please, then a foreign forward we have never heard of who is as good as Marian and finally a CB who looks menacing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shurlock Posted 3 June, 2011 Share Posted 3 June, 2011 £300 (centre - senior) - £515 (centre - full) I'm 61 so no longer qualify for senior ticket. BTW I think that makes us the only club in the country to not give concessions to over 60's. A bit of summer reading perhaps Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
craigthesaint Posted 3 June, 2011 Share Posted 3 June, 2011 for everyone that is moaning about the prices, here are the prices for the 2008/09 relegation season when we were relegated. March Madness renewal prices (March 1-31). HALFWAY LINE Adult: £420. Senior/Teen/Student: £420. Junior: £420. Adult/Junior Pair: n/a. CENTRE Adult: £390. Senior/Teen/Student: £290. Junior: £175. Adult/Junior Pair: n/a. WINGS/GOALS Adult: £380. Senior/Teen/Student : £280. Junior: £150. Adult/Junior Pair: £495. FAMILY ENCLOSURE Adult: £370. Senior/Teen/Student: £270. Junior: £140. Adult/Junior Pair: £370. Early Bird prices (April 1 to May 31). HALFWAY LINE Adult: £500. Senior/Teen/Student: £500. Junior: £500. Pair: n/a. CENTRE Adult: £470. Senior/Teen/Student: £350. Junior: £175. Pair: n/a. WINGS/GOALS Adult: £460. Senior/Teen/Student: £340. Junior: £150. Pair: £550. FAMILY ENCLOSURE Adult: £450. Senior/Teen/Student: £330. Junior: £140. Pair: £500. As Shurlock pointed out above the March madness prices were fantastic BUT we were then potentially paying those prices for league 1 football after that date the early bird prices were not a great deal different than this seasons and as I pointed out above we should be in a much better situation to compete in the Championship then we were back in those dark days Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iansouthstander Posted 3 June, 2011 Share Posted 3 June, 2011 Quick comparison with other clubs. Adult tickets only. New purchase prices. If no direct equivalent, comparisons made on location. ----------------------Saints--------------------Coventry City------------------Derby County Family enclosure-------£460------------------------£299 (No direct equivalent)-------£445 (No direct equivalent) Behind Goal------------£540------------------------£299----------------------------£375 Half way line----------£595-------------------------£375----------------------------£480-£560 In conclusion, we are now quite expensive. I think the difference in prices betwween these clubs reflects the different aspirations/expectations of the clubs next year. We have clearly stated our intention to get promoted to the Premier league at the earliest opportunity. Where as the other 2 clubs seem intent just to survive in the championship. If we , as fans share the same aspirations , then we are going to have to put our hands in our pockets. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whitey Posted 3 June, 2011 Share Posted 3 June, 2011 Actually, thinking about it, I'm not totally sure. Was forgetting it was before I had a ST. But for 10-11 if we'd been in the playoffs, wasn't included. I seem to remember it being part of the spiel that it was included when flogging season tickets for the "lets go Wilde" season... and was expecting it today which is what made me think about it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barry the Badger Posted 3 June, 2011 Share Posted 3 June, 2011 I think the difference in prices betwween these clubs reflects the different aspirations/expectations of the clubs next year. We have clearly stated our intention to get promoted to the Premier league at the earliest opportunity. Where as the other 2 clubs seem intent just to survive in the championship. If we , as fans share the same aspirations , then we are going to have to put our hands in our pockets. Then I propose a 2 tier pricing system. One for those who share those aspirations £595, and one for those who aren't fussed £350. :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miserableoldgit Posted 3 June, 2011 Share Posted 3 June, 2011 True, but there fault for being old But at least most of us old gits can spell properly!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teamsaint Posted 3 June, 2011 Share Posted 3 June, 2011 you can buy a new (not renewal) ST at Fulham (premier league central London) with several areas available at under £450, and some at £380. there ARE clubs that are worse value(Leeds AFC Wimbledon), but ours are steep in comparison to many.(villa from £340) £25 minimum for a walk up will make me think twice on what I can spend the money on.Ticket to see us play donny or posh, or £25 worth of CDs ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shurlock Posted 3 June, 2011 Share Posted 3 June, 2011 Then I propose a 2 tier pricing system. One for those who share those aspirations £595, and one for those who aren't fussed £350. :-) definitely £595 for the wrist-slashers... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alpine_saint Posted 3 June, 2011 Share Posted 3 June, 2011 The price scheme looks like a reasonable attempt to balance the needs of the fans and the needs of the club. The installment plan is a bit fiddly, but it is clearly strucutred to avoid defaulters. Seems that really p*ssed Cortese off season before last... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
exit2 Posted 3 June, 2011 Share Posted 3 June, 2011 If my son and I want to sit in the same place I have an increase of £222!!! not happy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
um pahars Posted 3 June, 2011 Share Posted 3 June, 2011 (edited) much like most clubs...people have championed norwich on how they do it...yet they have banned a fan for life for comments on twitter...how would NC be seen if he done that..? If, after signing Forte, someone had tweeted in relation to the signing and used the term "N*gg*r", then I would have been 100% behind NC if he considered banning him. If anything, I think it makes Norwich look even more impressive that they will not toleraste racist abuse. Edited 3 June, 2011 by um pahars Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shurlock Posted 3 June, 2011 Share Posted 3 June, 2011 If, after signing Forte, someone had tweeted in relation to the signing and used the term "******", then I would have been 100% behind NC if he considered banning him. If anything, I think it makes Norwich look even more impressive that they will not toleraste racist abuse. this Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
View From The Top Posted 3 June, 2011 Share Posted 3 June, 2011 Clearly winners and losers here. My ticket has gone up just shy of 40% (£103) but the "free" ticket for my nipper has been extended so it's about in line with what I was expecting as I won't have to pay for his. However, my oppo, who takes two kids will have his go from around £360 now to £550 which is a rise of 53%. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brussels Saint Posted 3 June, 2011 Share Posted 3 June, 2011 you can buy a new (not renewal) ST at Fulham (premier league central London) with several areas available at under £450, and some at £380. there ARE clubs that are worse value(Leeds AFC Wimbledon), but ours are steep in comparison to many.(villa from £340) £25 minimum for a walk up will make me think twice on what I can spend the money on.Ticket to see us play donny or posh, or £25 worth of CDs ? Exactly the point I was making earlier. I bet you go a lot if we are winning, playing great football and challenging at the top. If things are not going well, I'm certain your CD collection will be on the increase. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BotleySaint Posted 3 June, 2011 Share Posted 3 June, 2011 Does seem rather expensive for our first season back in the Championship. But maybe it won't go up that much from these prices, once we're back in the Premiership? (hopefully) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toomer Posted 3 June, 2011 Share Posted 3 June, 2011 Paid £277.00 last season. was expecting to pay £350.00 so £380.00 is about a 37% increase at about £16.50 per game. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smirking_Saint Posted 3 June, 2011 Share Posted 3 June, 2011 But at least most of us old gits can spell properly!! Leave me alone, been up since 5 trying to get some lights back on Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saintscottofthenortham Posted 3 June, 2011 Share Posted 3 June, 2011 Works out about £23 per game with my renewal. Can't grumble with that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sotonianproud Posted 3 June, 2011 Share Posted 3 June, 2011 Didn't NC once say that he would increase by 30% every time we are promoted? Or did I imagine it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ziggy Posted 3 June, 2011 Share Posted 3 June, 2011 If my son and I want to sit in the same place I have an increase of £222!!! not happy! Yes my adult renewal this year is £5 more than I paid for an adult and junior renewal last year! And then I have to fork out £240 for my lad as well so a total cost of £705 compared to £460 last year. That's more than an extra tenner a game. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smirking_Saint Posted 3 June, 2011 Share Posted 3 June, 2011 I suppose they are a little pricey, but then they will be vindicated if they make an obvious and concious effort to get us promoted to the premiership. A few decent signings and the commencement of the new training complex should make the majority happier. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Georgie Posted 3 June, 2011 Share Posted 3 June, 2011 I am in the same boat, I have e-mailed the ticket office to ask. Although I qualify for an NUS card I have not purchased one Just had a reply from ticket office. They only accept NUS cards as proof for purchasing a student season ticket. NUS cards cost £11, and take 7 working days to arrive so may have to get one and save myself about £80 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shroppie Posted 3 June, 2011 Share Posted 3 June, 2011 £300 (centre - senior) - £515 (centre - full) I'm 61 so no longer qualify for senior ticket. BTW I think that makes us the only club in the country to not give concessions to over 60's. There are others that are 65 - Brighton and Sheffield Weds for example, but the majority are 60. I am always scrupulously honest when buying away tickets and check, but doubt that everyone does. I'm interested to see how the online renewal is going to pick up that I've become younger and have to pay the full adult. They must have thought of that but there will be a lot of checking needed. And rather than springing this on us, it would have been nice if existing senior ST holders over 60 could renew at senior prices, with 65 being the age for new. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank's cousin Posted 3 June, 2011 Share Posted 3 June, 2011 If, after signing Forte, someone had tweeted in relation to the signing and used the term "N*gg*r", then I would have been 100% behind NC if he considered banning him. If anything, I think it makes Norwich look even more impressive that they will not toleraste racist abuse. We often dont agree UP , but in this I am 100% with you - top post. Thanks for clarifying this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shurlock Posted 3 June, 2011 Share Posted 3 June, 2011 (edited) £328 to £465 at around 41% increase. What can you do. Not as bad as some on here. Now if the club or clubs could do something about the f**king trains for fans, that would be something... Edited 3 June, 2011 by shurlock Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wurzel Posted 3 June, 2011 Share Posted 3 June, 2011 Quick comparison with other clubs. Adult tickets only. New purchase prices. If no direct equivalent, comparisons made on location. ----------------------Saints--------------------Coventry City------------------Derby County Family enclosure-------£460------------------------£299 (No direct equivalent)-------£445 (No direct equivalent) Behind Goal------------£540------------------------£299----------------------------£375 Half way line----------£595-------------------------£375----------------------------£480-£560 In conclusion, we are now quite expensive. Supply and demand . Coventry and Derby have both got plenty of other teams within an hours drive people (lovers of football as opposed to committed fans) can go to instead. Geographically Chelsea is probably our nearest "competitor" for football lovers (don't think I've forgotten anyone there) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
um pahars Posted 3 June, 2011 Share Posted 3 June, 2011 (edited) Supply and demand . Coventry and Derby have both got plenty of other teams within an hours drive people (lovers of football as opposed to committed fans) can go to instead. Geographically Chelsea is probably our nearest "competitor" for football lovers (don't think I've forgotten anyone there) Hello dinlo man!!!!!!! You've forgotten......... Brentford!!!! (and maybe Reading) Edited 3 June, 2011 by um pahars Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
um pahars Posted 3 June, 2011 Share Posted 3 June, 2011 There are others that are 65 - Brighton and Sheffield Weds for example, but the majority are 60. I am always scrupulously honest when buying away tickets and check, but doubt that everyone does. I'm interested to see how the online renewal is going to pick up that I've become younger and have to pay the full adult. They must have thought of that but there will be a lot of checking needed. And rather than springing this on us, it would have been nice if existing senior ST holders over 60 could renew at senior prices, with 65 being the age for new. If you're in full time employment and aged between 60 and 65 then isn't there an argument that you should pay the same whack as the rest of us who are working??? If, however, you are in that age bracket, are retired and are renewing, then isn't there some way the Club could cut you lot some slack???? Obvious to the Club if you are renewing, but is there also some way to prove you are not in employment (Pension book???). As you say would it be possible for them to honour the existing concessions??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saintalan Posted 3 June, 2011 Share Posted 3 June, 2011 ... And rather than springing this on us, it would have been nice if existing senior ST holders over 60 could renew at senior prices, with 65 being the age for new. I agree with this, or at least stepped the increase pro-rata for those between 60-64. Still waiting to hear the effective date, i.e. July 1, renewal deadline July 14, ticket deadline Aug 5, start of season? I fall in the middle there! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PokingFun Posted 3 June, 2011 Share Posted 3 June, 2011 When other clubs open up their season ticket sales "early" they do so for two reasons. Firstly to provide some income over the barren summer months & improve cashflow, and secondly to provide the longest possible time to make those sales (usually by offering incentives, marketing pushes, garnering a sense of belonging etc). Whilst it could be argued that bringing in cash is not as imperative for us (given the way we are being "supported" by the Liebherr Legacy), I always thought we were still being run as a prudent business and looking to get towards being in a position where we were self sufficient. It therefore seems strange that we wouldn't want to bring cash through the door as quickly as possible. On the second one, whilst it is impossible to quantify I just can't help but think that the late announcement will have some impact on the take up. Given the euphoria and positivity following promotion we should have been trading off the back of that (and we should have had our core season ticket renewals already sorted before promotion was achieved). I take on board Trousers points about there being a point where walk ups might provide more income than season ticket sales, but I think it is a very fine balance and I think most clubs would rather have a guaranteed income than having to rely on pay on the days to bring in the bacon. Additionally, I have to say I'm not overly comfortable with that strategy, both from an emotional and an economic perspective. As others have said, season tickets are more than just a guaranteed seat at a preferential basis, for some it is a sense of belonging and an emotional attachment to their Club. One only has to look at a Club like Norwich to see how being pro-active and engaging brings in some pretty decent season ticket stats. Don't Norwich sell theirs dirt cheap to fill the ground though? That is not always the best way to maximise revenue which is what Saints will try to do under Cortese. I suspect the delay experienced before the recent announcement of prices is due to Saints having taken the opportunity to price their own tickets based on what others charge in their respective league. For example, why would you charge say £500 if everyone else in your locality / league might be charging £600? By waiting and assessing what the competition pricing is doing Saints get the chance to maximise the revenue from those that want to buy season tickets at pricing that sits at the upper end of its competitors. This makes more sense than second guessing and releasing them at a short price after which you cannot change them. NC knows that those people wanting a ST will buy one within whatever time window he sets so it seems a good business decision to me. You gain more this way than by trying to snare a handful of people riding some wave of optimism. Most people will buy because at the end of the season they made that decision and will do so regardless unless prices are totally ridiculous. I don't know how the new pricing stacks up against our competitors as I haven't done any research, but I'm going to guess that we will be priced in the upper range as this takes advantage of maximising revenue within a fan base that will want to buy due to the prospect of further success next season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pedro Posted 3 June, 2011 Share Posted 3 June, 2011 Just phoned the club and asked if the 65 concession is a typo or a change slipped in without being announced properly, she went away to find out and the latter is correct. Big increase for less games. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Mikey Posted 3 June, 2011 Share Posted 3 June, 2011 Mine is an increase of about 42%, but...I think last season was a bargain really. £328 made it £14 a game. How much is it to watch Eastleigh these days? £11? This season it'll be about £20 a game, which is still reasonable for C'ship footy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NickG Posted 3 June, 2011 Share Posted 3 June, 2011 Just had a reply from ticket office. They only accept NUS cards as proof for purchasing a student season ticket. NUS cards cost £11, and take 7 working days to arrive so may have to get one and save myself about £80 which email address did you use to get such a quick reply? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shroppie Posted 3 June, 2011 Share Posted 3 June, 2011 If you're in full time employment and aged between 60 and 65 then isn't there an argument that you should pay the same whack as the rest of us who are working??? If, however, you are in that age bracket, are retired and are renewing, then isn't there some way the Club could cut you lot some slack???? Obvious to the Club if you are renewing, but is there also some way to prove you are not in employment (Pension book???). As you say would it be possible for them to honour the existing concessions??? I work part-time and also have a work pension so can afford it more than some. But I live 200 miles from St Mary's and a season ticket isn't really cost effective, but I regard the premium i pay for games (I can only get to about 12 home games a year) as support for the club and a guarantee of a ticket for big games. The senior discount was a big factor in me deciding to have a ST, but it's now going to hurt. And it's galling that I get 30% off the rail trip with a Senior Railcard, free bus but then have to pay full to get into the ground. I doubt it will happen, but would appreciate an amnesty on existing 60-65 year olds remaining seniors! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simo Posted 3 June, 2011 Share Posted 3 June, 2011 Unless we make some top signings in the coming weeks me and my boy will be cherry picking again ! He's only 4 but he prefers sitting in the kingsland for a bit of atmosphere rather than the "boring" family stand so will have to start paying for him now ! Can't see why kid can't be free everywhere ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shroppie Posted 3 June, 2011 Share Posted 3 June, 2011 Not that anyone would dream of doing it, but it appears possible to amend your date of birth on the database. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Minty Posted 3 June, 2011 Share Posted 3 June, 2011 If you're in full time employment and aged between 60 and 65 then isn't there an argument that you should pay the same whack as the rest of us who are working??? If, however, you are in that age bracket, are retired and are renewing, then isn't there some way the Club could cut you lot some slack???? Obvious to the Club if you are renewing, but is there also some way to prove you are not in employment (Pension book???). As you say would it be possible for them to honour the existing concessions??? Absolutely. Just like the fans who expected (rightly or wrongly) an instalment plan last year, but didn't get one, there is very little time for those affected to adjust, and that is wrong IMO. Whilst prices may not have been finalised, I think details of this kind of change could've either been released sooner, or a sliding scale introduced to minimise the effect on those between 60 and 65 who now face a larger than expected jump. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gambol2K9 Posted 3 June, 2011 Share Posted 3 June, 2011 Just be glad we're not QPR fans! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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