Early birds to get 2006 tickets

Demand is expected to be high so a new system will be in place whereby designated seats are sold on a first come first served basis, while the club have reverted to having a supplement price for seating.

Early bird offers are in place for fans who buy their tickets before October 31. These offers keep prices either less than or in the region of 2005 prices.

The price of tickets bought after that date will show a rise from 2005, reflecting likely demand plus the possible promotion to National League One. Match-day admission in 2006 will also show a price rise, from £10 up to £11 standing and £13 seating for adults, with similar rises for juniors.

In further incentives to get a 2006 season ticket, holders are guaranteed a price freeze for 2007 and priority ticket purchase for big Cup games, while the main bar at Huntington Stadium matches next year will be open for season ticket holders only.

Acting chief executive John Guildford explained: "It would be great if supporters could get their season tickets early as it helps us to know what sort of budget we will have in order to bring players in."

Leaflets with season ticket forms and price details will be handed out at Huntington Stadium at tomorrow's game.

The prices are listed below. 'EB' stands for early bird. 'S' stands for standard. The 2005 prices are in brackets.

Adults standing (£110): EB £99; S £110.

Adults seating (£110): EB £117; S £130.

Over-65s/students standing (£90): EB £72; S £80.

Over-65s/students seating (£90): EB £90; S £100.

12-15 years standing (£35): £30.

12-15 years seating (£35): £40.

Under-12s standing (£25): £25.

Under-12s seating (£25): £30.

Family (two adults, two children) standing (£250): £250.

Family (two adults, two children) seating (£250): £300.

Season tickets are for all National League and League Cup group games. Challenge Cup, friendly and play-off games are not included.

Updated: 12:47 Saturday, August 13, 2005