Ground reconfiguration for away fans

I'm not accusing you of questioning my loyalty what Im saying is if you occasionally want a drink then upgrade to a seat that allows you to use the Bantans Bar prior to the game, sorted ?.

 

No, I drink elsewhere normally before the game, if I want to upgrade then it’s usually for midweek winter games on a match by match basis but because the Bantams bar is ‘sold out’ I’m not able to do so.
I’ll say again, I want the club to bring in measures to free up unused seats so that someone else can use them.

 

What would it cost to upgrade, would it be worth it for the midweek games ?, Im far from happy with the cost of our suite upgrade but unfortunatly it comes as a package, I do think youll have a long wait for the club to introduce what your saying, especially when we still have a thousands of seats not sold.
Thanks for the explanation.

 

If you're so sure, let's have a burns unit bet.

I'm in E block of the MR stand and £50 says I won't have to move for a single league game next season. Also happy to lower the amount if you'd prefer?

 

The cost would be £219 extra each but It’s not even possible to upgrade because it’s ’sold out’

imagine going to your favourite pub and the best table near the open fire next to the tv always has a reserved sign on it despite nobody ever sitting there. Despite asking the landlord if you can sit there the answer is always no, and off you go to back of the pub where it’s cold and you can’t see the TV.
Stupid analogy I know but you get my drift.

 

Why would the club incur costs of installing another gate if they have no intention of ever using it?
For cup games where a large away following is expected then surely they’d just give them the entire stand? No need for a gate?

 

Take the bet then? It's a win win as you earn some money for the burns unit

 

Have they installed another gate on Midland Road? Anyway, I think the entire E block should be given to away fans.Some big clubs in L1, even more if we go up and thats extra income if our fans cant fill it.

And yeh, cup games we give big away following the entire stand.

 

I think that's the point though isn't it? In the bigger games we have been pretty much filling it.

 

I've just had an email from the club basically saying the same as this. Looks like they've got fed up of people asking the same questions so they've emailed all the season ticket holders in the MR

 

The email in full:


We are writing to update you on some recent operational changes within the Bradford Lifts Stand (East Stand).



A second segregation gate has now been installed in the Bradford Lifts Stand. This addition will allow us greater flexibility when managing away supporter allocations, ensuring we can respond effectively to varying match requirements.



We want to reassure you that:



- There are no plans to convert any East Stand blocks into an away‑supporter‑only area.



- Any adjustment to the segregation line would be made only in exceptional circumstances, and never as standard practice.



- Should any change ever affect your seating area, you would be contacted well in advance, and we would work with you to ensure suitable alternative seating.



We hope this provides clarity and reassurance as we continue to make improvements aimed at enhancing matchday operations and the supporter experience. Season ticket terms and conditions are linked below.



Thank you, as always, for your continued support.

 

'Suitable alternative seating' when we already have the best seats in the ground.
Row ZZ in the kop doesn't cut it.
'Enhancing the supporter experience', corporate bollockspeak.

 

It's not an exact analogy, but if the restaurant had a walk in half an hour after your no-show, they would get your table. It wouldn't have a reserved sign on it for the rest of the night.

 

Sounds like airline speak. Their get out of jail free card is always ‘exceptional circumstances’
I’m on your side btw, I don’t think they should move ST holders unless comparable alternate seating can be found for the 500 or so fans affected.

 

Yes exactly. Like I say not an exact analogy but it feels like the club are missing an opportunity. It does sound like they are making an attempt to address it. I'm not sure how best to make it work but I do get @Loyalbantam 's frustration. It's a win win. The club gets a little extra revenue and @Loyalbantam gets a couple of pints in the warm

 

I've been in the Bantams bar and I really don't feel like anyone is missing out if they can't get a ticket. It's honestly more comfortable in any of the concourses.