Season ticket renewal

[Sam0697]

I think most in my circle have enjoyed the new stadium, but the logistical challenges aren't getting any better. Generally most are willing to give it another season to see if some things settle down- kick off times and people moving their season tickets mainly. But if things are still a bit tricky next season then I think any kind of significant cost increase will push a lot of them away (me included).

Even at my most hacked off supporting Everton I've kept hold of my ticket anticipating the next cup run/trip to wembley/europe. But my season ticket has more than doubled since covid so that reasoning is holding up less and less with every year the cost goes up. The way things are going I wouldn't be surprised if none of my friends/family have season tickets in 5 years time.

 

[jago1878]

I won't be renewing. Its a combination of a few things but I'm just not finding it an enjoyable experience and my lads the same. I've been flirting with the idea for a few seasons but wanted to get into the new stadium and see if it relit the fire I had a while ago, unfortunately it hasn't. The stadiums great and I'm sure the atmosphere will get better over time but I'm happy to save a few thousand a year and watch on TV from next season.

I can only speak from my own experience and the truth is it just doesn't feel the same anymore. It was always going to be this way so I can't complain but I feel like we lost something when we've moved and instead of moaning about it I'd rather just not renew and be happy I got 28 seasons at Goodison with amazing memories.

 

[Vaughan]

It really is sad that it’s transport and accessibility that seems to be the biggest factor in people not renewing

The club and council should be appalled and pulling out all the stops to address this

disabled supporters shouldn’t be treated with contempt and made to feel the match is inaccessible for them

And neither should the elderly, you’ll have fans there who have been going for half a century or more who can no longer go now, but could if they didn’t have to make a 40 min + (could be slower for those with less mobility) just to town, and whatever else from there

More shuttles buses/dedicated lanes, gliders, golf buggies, trains/buses every 5 mins, small boat transport from Albert dock etc — something needs to be sorted. It’s scandalous and ableist

 

[Blue Neon]

Brothers just got FB basic m'ship. Had TWO free tickets, THREE at half price, and picked another ONE off resale. Picks and chooses his games. Turning down a ST, as this way is a no brainer.

 

[Timbucktoo]

It really is sad that it’s transport and accessibility that seems to be the biggest factor in people not renewing

The club and council should be appalled and pulling out all the stops to address this

disabled supporters shouldn’t be treated with contempt and made to feel the match is inaccessible for them

And neither should the elderly, you’ll have fans there who have been going for half a century or more who can no longer go now, but could if they didn’t have to make a 40 min + (could be slower for those with less mobility) just to town, and whatever else from there

More shuttles buses/dedicated lanes, gliders, golf buggies, trains/buses every 5 mins, small boat transport from Albert dock etc — something needs to be sorted. It’s scandalous and ableist

They should have put some thought into the transport links before they started spending £800million on a new stadium. All the focus seemed to be on creating an iconic building by the water front that would kick off the redevelopment of the land around it and it never dawned on anyone involved to think how 50,000 people might get to it when a match was on.

 

[billybadger]

I wonder if they will install escalators in the club view area in the summer! It’s not very good for the elderly or people with other health issues!

 

[Bluebonic]

A few things they badly need to get sorted out, firstly sort out the mess of getting scanned going through the gates. Have we all become terrorists since we left Goodison? It puts an unnecessary delay on getting onto the concourse. If they must keep them, move them further back fgs! Big crush trying to get through the gates is a joke. Secondly, they need to put those Humana type bins inside so people can donate working kneecaps to those of us poor souls who are sat up in the gods! The cracking out of my knees as I approach row 50 is horrendous

 

[nevsonlymate]

I won't be renewing. Its a combination of a few things but I'm just not finding it an enjoyable experience and my lads the same. I've been flirting with the idea for a few seasons but wanted to get into the new stadium and see if it relit the fire I had a while ago, unfortunately it hasn't. The stadiums great and I'm sure the atmosphere will get better over time but I'm happy to save a few thousand a year and watch on TV from next season.

I can only speak from my own experience and the truth is it just doesn't feel the same anymore. It was always going to be this way so I can't complain but I feel like we lost something when we've moved and instead of moaning about it I'd rather just not renew and be happy I got 28 seasons at Goodison with amazing memories.

Im the same was away for the UTD game and told my son i couldn't be bothered going another night match to Watch Burnley when i got back sad that i didn't miss it to be honest and my lad said i didn't miss much , lots of factors in my decision but Moyes getting another year and the standard of entertainment within the game at present is poor at least on the telly i can switch off or over, i hope for the Remainers it gets better for you all next year here's hoping.

 

[bigjonny]

I wonder if they will install escalators in the club view area in the summer! It’s not very good for the elderly or people with other health issues!

There’s a lift to the right of gate 20, my mate’s father-in-law uses it.

 

[jago1878]

Im the same was away for the UTD game and told my son i couldn't be bothered going another night match to Watch Burnley when i got back sad that i didn't miss it to be honest and my lad said i didn't miss much , lots of factors in my decision but Moyes getting another year and the standard of entertainment within the game at present is poor at least on the telly i can switch off or over, i hope for the Remainers it gets better for you all next year here's hoping.

My experience of the Monday night games hasn't been great at all. I only live 7 miles away yet I have to leave to get to the game an hour earlier and it takes up to an hour later to get home. When I get to the ground it doesn't feel right, I can't put my finger on it but I feel stressed with all the messing around before I've even get to my seat. The game itself has changed and when VAR came in that was when I started to fall out of love with it, along side the issues with the ground I know I'm making the right decision. I'll still get to the odd game but I'm done with giving and giving to this club and getting nothing back.

 

[nevsonlymate]

My experience of the Monday night games hasn't been great at all. I only live 7 miles away yet I have to leave to get to the game an hour earlier and it takes up to an hour later to get home. When I get to the ground it doesn't feel right, I can't put my finger on it but I feel stressed with all the messing around before I've even get to my seat. The game itself has changed and when VAR came in that was when I started to fall out of love with it, along side the issues with the ground I know I'm making the right decision. I'll still get to the odd game but I'm done with giving and giving to this club and getting nothing back.

Var has been a factor for me and instead of pulling back on it they seems to be pushing forward with more and more to slow the game down when you cant celebrate a goal that second and are waiting for the screen to say VAR check off side by a knats bo**ock it just sucks the fun out of it

 

[msb]

I’m in upper west, row 38. I use the lift getting in through accessibility by gate 8; only asked if I need the lift, I confirmed and no issue.

Bus from The Strand in Bootle works well, return a bit slower due to traffic and too few buses on the circuit. Still free for old git pass and only £4 to park, much cheaper than parking at Goodison.

I suppose I’ll renew until I can’t drive to Bootle.

 

[Sam0697]

I’m in upper west, row 38. I use the lift getting in through accessibility by gate 8; only asked if I need the lift, I confirmed and no issue.

Bus from The Strand in Bootle works well, return a bit slower due to traffic and too few buses on the circuit. Still free for old git pass and only £4 to park, much cheaper than parking at Goodison.

I suppose I’ll renew until I can’t drive to Bootle.

I still don't understand why they don't run a shuttle bus out towards Goodison/the car parks around there for people who come from the East Lancs M62 etc.

 

[msb]

I still don't understand why they don't run a shuttle bus out towards Goodison/the car parks around there for people who come from the East Lancs M62 etc.

It would be a great idea. Sadly, local authority, bus company and Everton don’t care enough to do anything about it or any real transport infrastructure.

 

[matty1878]

nothing on when yet?