Brighton & Hove Albion have just announced their season ticket price increases for season 25-26 which equates to around 5%. They have also decided to move around some categories, change some concessions and amend usage terms. The plans were shared with their FAB at their last meeting and a comparison with other clubs’ season ticket renewals undertaken.
This has been done in conjunction with their Fan Advisory Board who have posted the following statement in support of these changes.
“Whilst nobody wants to see an increase in pricing, the FAB recognises that costs have increased and that significant investment is being made on and off the pitch. We also recognise that season ticket utilisation is an important part of having a full stadium, adding to match day atmosphere and matchday revenues. We would encourage season ticket holders to utilise season ticket sharing and the ticket exchange and if your personal circumstances change please contact the club to see what help can be given.”
After consultation with the Fan Advisory Board the club are announcing some important changes for season-ticket holders going forward.
North Stand Safe Standing
Safe standing being introduced into the back for the North Stand.
From 2025/26 we are asking season ticket holders to use their ticket for 75% of matches during the season. This means you can attend, list for resale, share or upgrade your ticket but you cannot leave your seat empty for five or more matches.
If you do, you may not be able to renew for 2026/27 and we may list your seat on the ticket exchange.
To count towards 75% usage, tickets must be listed on the ticket exchange by 2pm on the day before the match.
Remember, you can share your ticket with a MyAlbion+ member with one free use per season or £20 for unlimited sharing.
Concession changes
We are giving early notice that we will be moving the senior concession age to 66 and over for the start of the 2026/27 season, as we fall in line with the government's pension age.
We’ve seen the number of concession season ticket holders grow significantly in recent years and the discount that concessions receive compared to the adult price has grown since the Amex opened from 25% to 33% in some areas.
Over the coming seasons, we’ll slowly reduce this discount back to 25% by 2027/28 and to 20% by 2029/30.
With a 95% renewal rate overall on season tickets, our season ticket base is getting older. Since the Amex opened the number of senior season tickets has gone up from 10% to 18%
Finally, there will be some changes to where the under-10 price band is available. We will continue to honour an under-10 season ticket. However, new STHs / supporters who are under-10 will pay the under-18 price from 2025/26. Under-10s pricing will also no longer apply in the new safe standing area in the North Stand, and priority move windows will be offered to all those in that area who wish to relocate.
It doesn't look like Brighton’s FAB put up much resistance or an argument against any of these for their supporters?
CPFC supporters were lucky not to have any increases/category changes/ for season 24/25 other than the reduction in plastic card season tickets and Gold membership loss of 2 tickets down to 1 ticket during the season. But season 25/26 may well look a lot different?
CPISA is the independent voice for all Palace supporters, meets regularly with the club’s management and discusses topics, problems, issues and suggestions raised by YOU the supporters. However we need more members both young and old to join us. info@cpisa.co.uk website Crystal Palace Independent Supporters Association
This has been done in conjunction with their Fan Advisory Board who have posted the following statement in support of these changes.
“Whilst nobody wants to see an increase in pricing, the FAB recognises that costs have increased and that significant investment is being made on and off the pitch. We also recognise that season ticket utilisation is an important part of having a full stadium, adding to match day atmosphere and matchday revenues. We would encourage season ticket holders to utilise season ticket sharing and the ticket exchange and if your personal circumstances change please contact the club to see what help can be given.”
After consultation with the Fan Advisory Board the club are announcing some important changes for season-ticket holders going forward.
North Stand Safe Standing
Safe standing being introduced into the back for the North Stand.
From 2025/26 we are asking season ticket holders to use their ticket for 75% of matches during the season. This means you can attend, list for resale, share or upgrade your ticket but you cannot leave your seat empty for five or more matches.
If you do, you may not be able to renew for 2026/27 and we may list your seat on the ticket exchange.
To count towards 75% usage, tickets must be listed on the ticket exchange by 2pm on the day before the match.
Remember, you can share your ticket with a MyAlbion+ member with one free use per season or £20 for unlimited sharing.
Concession changes
We are giving early notice that we will be moving the senior concession age to 66 and over for the start of the 2026/27 season, as we fall in line with the government's pension age.
We’ve seen the number of concession season ticket holders grow significantly in recent years and the discount that concessions receive compared to the adult price has grown since the Amex opened from 25% to 33% in some areas.
Over the coming seasons, we’ll slowly reduce this discount back to 25% by 2027/28 and to 20% by 2029/30.
With a 95% renewal rate overall on season tickets, our season ticket base is getting older. Since the Amex opened the number of senior season tickets has gone up from 10% to 18%
Finally, there will be some changes to where the under-10 price band is available. We will continue to honour an under-10 season ticket. However, new STHs / supporters who are under-10 will pay the under-18 price from 2025/26. Under-10s pricing will also no longer apply in the new safe standing area in the North Stand, and priority move windows will be offered to all those in that area who wish to relocate.
It doesn't look like Brighton’s FAB put up much resistance or an argument against any of these for their supporters?
CPFC supporters were lucky not to have any increases/category changes/ for season 24/25 other than the reduction in plastic card season tickets and Gold membership loss of 2 tickets down to 1 ticket during the season. But season 25/26 may well look a lot different?
CPISA is the independent voice for all Palace supporters, meets regularly with the club’s management and discusses topics, problems, issues and suggestions raised by YOU the supporters. However we need more members both young and old to join us. info@cpisa.co.uk website Crystal Palace Independent Supporters Association
