The Original OTIB Posted March 14, 2017 Report Share Posted March 14, 2017 Other than the Atyeo and certain seats in W11 & W17, is anyone else being told to move by B.S.? According to what I've been told, my good seat is going to children bearing flags and other young supporters participating in pre-match and half time ceremonies. There are perhaps 250 unsold seats at the front of these stands yet they are still moving paid up season ticket holders in higher placed seats with better views. Does that really ring true to you? They also state as follows: "these decisions were taken to improve the matchday experience for junior supporters". So screw the old 'uns. I have absolutely nothing against the kids, but surely that is what a Family area is for. In any case, as stated, there are more than enough unsold seats at the front to accommodate parents and children involved in ceremonies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Admin phantom Posted March 14, 2017 Admin Report Share Posted March 14, 2017 When you say you've been told, who by? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Original OTIB Posted March 14, 2017 Author Report Share Posted March 14, 2017 Letter from the club and a follow up email. There are loads of seats available at the front. Why move season ticket holders to inferior seats for those who aren't even paying? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dollymarie Posted March 14, 2017 Report Share Posted March 14, 2017 Nobody currently has a season ticket in the upper lansdown so no one in there is being moved out of their seats to accommodate the family area. It's blocks w7-9 that are becoming the family area. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Original OTIB Posted March 14, 2017 Author Report Share Posted March 14, 2017 1 minute ago, Dollymarie said: Nobody currently has a season ticket in the upper lansdown so no one in there is being moved out of their seats to accommodate the family area. It's blocks w7-9 that are becoming the family area. ? People ARE being moved FROM W11 & W17. FACT - for the reasons stated above. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dollymarie Posted March 14, 2017 Report Share Posted March 14, 2017 1 minute ago, The Original OTIB said: ? People ARE being moved FROM W11 & W17. FACT - for the reasons stated above. Can you post a copy of your letter or email then please, because that's not what we have been told. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Original OTIB Posted March 14, 2017 Author Report Share Posted March 14, 2017 From Rachel Lemar: Dated 10th March 2017: I'm writing to you with regards to 2017/18 season cards, which are due to go on sale from Monday, March 20th. Over the past few months we have undertaken a wide-ranging consultation programme, aimed at reviewing what supporters have made of their first season in the fully redeveloped Ashton Gate Stadium. As part of the consultation, we sent an email survey to season card holders, we engaged with a variety of supporter groups and held our regular meeting with the Fan Advisory Network. With regards to blocks W11 and W17, in which you are currently situated, it has been decided that these blocks will be partially allocated to our group experiences for the 2017/18 season. This includes our young supporters that take part in pre-match and half-time flag bearing, as well as the pre-match guard of honour, which I'm sure you have seen previously at games. Unfortunately, due to these changes we will not able to offer you the renewal of your current seat for the 2017/18 season. You will be able to choose an alternative unoccupied seat from Monday, March 20th , ahead of the renewal period, or alternatively you could wait until Monday, April 3rd when season card reservations are lifted and purchase a seat that becomes available at that point. A member of our Supporter Services team will be in touch with you shortly to discuss these options and assist you with renewing your season card. Some other changes that you may be interested in is our pledge to improve the offering for young supporters and their families on matchdays. The family area for the 2017/18 season will be located in the Lansdown Stand upper tier. The previous blocks, S25-S27, will instead become the singing section for 2017/18, as we look to move all supporters into three home stands (Dolman, South and Lansdown), leaving the Atyeo Stand solely for away fans. Additionally, following supporter feedback, we will also be rewarding loyalty by including PLUS membership — which usually costs £20 per person — for free to everyone who renews during the advanced sales period. PLUS membership offers 15% discount on food, drink and merchandise at the stadium and two £10 guest tickets for a specified game during the 2017/18 campaign, plus much more. Full details for season cards in 2017/18 will be released in the next seven days, but I thought it was important to contact you in advance to keep you in the picture about our plans for the next season. THE so-caled UNOCCUPIED SEATS (AROUND 250 IN W17 AND W11 and perhaps 50 more in the lower central blocks) AT THE FRONT COULD GO TO THESE KIDS OR BETTER STILL PUT THEM IN THE FAMILY SECTION - FOR THAT IS WHAT IT IS THERE FOR! I paid near £1,000 for 3 seats. Why the hell should I be moved when there ARE options. Typical B.S. B.S. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fiale Posted March 14, 2017 Report Share Posted March 14, 2017 22 minutes ago, The Original OTIB said: ? People ARE being moved FROM W11 & W17. FACT - for the reasons stated above. There were people mentioning this a few days ago, and your right the reason given was for match day juniors, kids to sit in those areas. I will try to find the thread. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Original OTIB Posted March 14, 2017 Author Report Share Posted March 14, 2017 Thanks, but they only state what I already know. There are 100's of seats in the front 5 to 10 rows of W11, W17 AND W16. Why not put the kids and parents there? Why move paying season ticket holders? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BobBobSuperBob Posted March 14, 2017 Report Share Posted March 14, 2017 19 minutes ago, The Original OTIB said: From Rachel Lemar: Dated 10th March 2017: I'm writing to you with regards to 2017/18 season cards, which are due to go on sale from Monday, March 20th. Over the past few months we have undertaken a wide-ranging consultation programme, aimed at reviewing what supporters have made of their first season in the fully redeveloped Ashton Gate Stadium. During this consultation our Board and corporate clients have become quite concerned at some of the riff raff that have managed to acquire tickets in the West Stand this season In addition Lee was quite upset when on occasions some bigger boys have shouted at him from the West Stand There was also an extremely unsavoury incident involving a painted bed sheet As a result we have decided to try and ensure no riff raff infiltrate these areas in future Corrected for you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Original OTIB Posted March 14, 2017 Author Report Share Posted March 14, 2017 32 minutes ago, Dollymarie said: Can you post a copy of your letter or email then please, because that's not what we have been told. any comment re: the Letter Dolly? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigAl&Toby Posted March 14, 2017 Report Share Posted March 14, 2017 14 minutes ago, The Original OTIB said: Thanks, but they only state what I already know. There are 100's of seats in the front 5 to 10 rows of W11, W17 AND W16. Why not put the kids and parents there? Why move paying season ticket holders? Because they can. And they don't give a shit. More revenue in the coffers I'm afraid. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
collier Posted March 14, 2017 Report Share Posted March 14, 2017 I have the same letter, I posted in the other thread about it. Follow up call to City and we were told that we can't move up to top stand as the whole top tier is for families. We could move in to existing seats that are not taken or we can wait to be thrown in with everybody else after the time period for renewals has lapsed and pick a seat then. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Original OTIB Posted March 14, 2017 Author Report Share Posted March 14, 2017 It is true that they (B.S.) don't give a sh1t; but in this instance money is not the issue. They (the Kids) get free seats. I just don't see why they should have mine when it is a) better than that available and b) I've paid GOOD MONEY for it ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Original OTIB Posted March 14, 2017 Author Report Share Posted March 14, 2017 1 minute ago, collier said: I have the same letter, I posted in the other thread about it. Follow up call to City and we were told that we can't move up to top stand as the whole top tier is for families. We could move in to existing seats that are not taken or we can wait to be thrown in with everybody else after the time period for renewals has lapsed and pick a seat then. Which is clearly discriminatory and gives us no benefit for our commitment. Thrown under the bus... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steviestevieneville Posted March 14, 2017 Report Share Posted March 14, 2017 That's well planned they bring out renewals during the international break and only give two weeks to renew your current seat ( if I read that correctly) when we don't know what league we'll be in. I wont be renewing until I know what league we're in and if junior is in charge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Original OTIB Posted March 14, 2017 Author Report Share Posted March 14, 2017 1 minute ago, steviestevieneville said: That's well planned they bring out renewals during the international break and only give two weeks to renew your current seat ( if I read that correctly) when we don't know what league we'll be in. I wont be renewing until I know what league we're in and if junior is in charge. One for a different thread. This is a specific issue about certain seats in W11 & W17, thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steviestevieneville Posted March 14, 2017 Report Share Posted March 14, 2017 Just now, The Original OTIB said: One for a different thread. This is a specific issue about certain seats in W11 & W17, thanks. I realise that now , hope it gets sorted for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Original OTIB Posted March 14, 2017 Author Report Share Posted March 14, 2017 1 minute ago, steviestevieneville said: I realise that now , hope it gets sorted for you. So do I; there is ABSOLUTELY no reason to do this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dollymarie Posted March 14, 2017 Report Share Posted March 14, 2017 19 minutes ago, The Original OTIB said: any comment re: the Letter Dolly? I've sent your message round the other FAN members, which is where the season ticket proposals were first discussed. We weren't told that these blocks would be affected too, at least not that I can remember. This is a change to what we were told. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
collier Posted March 14, 2017 Report Share Posted March 14, 2017 2 minutes ago, The Original OTIB said: So do I; there is ABSOLUTELY no reason to do this. Nothing will get sorted. If they have gone as far as sending out letters then their minds are already made up. What I dont understand is that they make the top tier family section and then turf out lower tier season ticket holders to accomodate more young supporters. I realise they are flag bearers etc etc but they are young and fit and could easily get up and down before the game and at ht. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Original OTIB Posted March 14, 2017 Author Report Share Posted March 14, 2017 3 minutes ago, collier said: Nothing will get sorted. If they have gone as far as sending out letters then their minds are already made up. What I dont understand is that they make the top tier family section and then turf out lower tier season ticket holders to accomodate more young supporters. I realise they are flag bearers etc etc but they are young and fit and could easily get up and down before the game and at ht. Even more importantly there are plenty of seats in the front rows that are NOT ALLOCATED already. Why can't they go there? Something smells about this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Original OTIB Posted March 14, 2017 Author Report Share Posted March 14, 2017 7 minutes ago, Dollymarie said: I've sent your message round the other FAN members, which is where the season ticket proposals were first discussed. We weren't told that these blocks would be affected too, at least not that I can remember. This is a change to what we were told. Thanks for that Dolly. This is an absolute disgrace since they ablsolutely CAN be accommodated elsewhere (front of lower blocks or in the FAMILY zone). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KevP Posted March 14, 2017 Report Share Posted March 14, 2017 11 minutes ago, Dollymarie said: I've sent your message round the other FAN members, which is where the season ticket proposals were first discussed. We weren't told that these blocks would be affected too, at least not that I can remember. This is a change to what we were told. I got the same letter and had it confirmed by Gareth Torpy at BS....it really stinks, particularly as your bods don't seem to have known about it Dolly !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BobBobSuperBob Posted March 14, 2017 Report Share Posted March 14, 2017 27 minutes ago, The Original OTIB said: Even more importantly there are plenty of seats in the front rows that are NOT ALLOCATED already. Why can't they go there? Something smells about this. See my 'corrected for you' post above Was slightly tongue in cheek but may have some element of truth Seems bizarre to use seats in our 'Premier' Stand for children Couldnt they have part of the Atyeo ? Use them as a 'buffer zone' between the away fans and say the Dolman That last bit was a Joke btw Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cityexile Posted March 14, 2017 Report Share Posted March 14, 2017 Do not know the reasons for this, but moving season ticket holders at the moment and asking them to renew - well, would have to be a bloody good reason for me not to get annoyed if it was me. Would it kill them to offer those affected first dips on any not renewed elsewhere, even if just for a couple of days? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Original OTIB Posted March 14, 2017 Author Report Share Posted March 14, 2017 Basically there "offer" is an inferior seat or take your chances with the rest in open season. How on earth is that a way to reward a season ticket holder? I've spent thousands on City over many decades. This is a kick in the teeth. Yes: encourage kids and get them involved but THERE ARE OPTIONS. They are on a freebie. They can sit in the seats at the front. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spoons Posted March 14, 2017 Report Share Posted March 14, 2017 19 minutes ago, The Original OTIB said: Basically there "offer" is an inferior seat or take your chances with the rest in open season. How on earth is that a way to reward a season ticket holder? I've spent thousands on City over many decades. This is a kick in the teeth. Yes: encourage kids and get them involved but THERE ARE OPTIONS. They are on a freebie. They can sit in the seats at the front. Hardly inferior seats. If it's only 5 rows back from where you were previously sitting it's no big deal. These kids are the future supporters of the club and should be invested in and involved on a match day. And they do have to pay but at a group rate. Your opinion seems to be a bit short sighted and you really need to look at the bigger picture. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Original OTIB Posted March 14, 2017 Author Report Share Posted March 14, 2017 I take it you are not being moved? It is indeed inferior; How on earth do you know where I currently sit in order to make that assessment? There are plenty of seats in the front rows that are currently not allocated and there is a family section tailor made for them. There is no need to move anybody. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spoons Posted March 14, 2017 Report Share Posted March 14, 2017 10 minutes ago, The Original OTIB said: I take it you are not being moved? It is indeed inferior; How on earth do you know where I currently sit in order to make that assessment? There are plenty of seats in the front rows that are currently not allocated and there is a family section tailor made for them. There is no need to move anybody. Well you told is what block you are in so that gives away where you sit. There's not a bad seat in that stand let alone block. It doesn't take a rocket scientist to Work out that these kids need to be near the front of the stand etc for ease to get to tunnel etc to wave flags etc. The upper landsown wouldn't be suitable for that. People need to adapt to change and stop being so selfish , you have 27,000 seats to choose from now don't begrudge a few hundred tickets to kids who are helping create a atmosphere and hopefully be the future of the club. And no I'm not moving, I sit in block e31 dolman have done since 1989, but would happily move for something like this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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