SHAKERS fans are being urged to buy season tickets early to help ease the club's finances throughout the summer months.

And there are attractive discounts for supporters who dip their hands into their pockets early .

With prices due to rise after next Thursday (April 9) time is running out and it's a case of the sooner you buy, the cheaper the ticket.

There has been a slight price increase from last season, the first for a number of years, but nevertheless the rises have been kept to a minimum and club officials are keen for as many fans as possible to renew.

Prices are currently as follows: (Prices after April 9 in brackets): South, East, Main Stand tickets (blocks A to D): adult £248 (£290); Junior £90 (£100); Senior Citizen £90 (£100); Lifeline member £210 (£240); Student £150 (unchanged); Person with disability £90 (£100).

Family Stand tickets (Main Stand blocks G to J): Adult £235 (£275); Junior £25 (unchanged); Senior Citizen £90 (£100); Lifeline £180 (£210).

Executive Club: Adule £520 (£560); Junior £350 (£400); Senior Citizen £350 (£400); Lifeline £480 (£520).

Boardroom Club: Adult £650 (£700); Junior £500 (£600); Senior Citizen £500 (£600); Lifeline £600 (£680).

A monthly payment scheme is in operation with 25 per cent of the cost to be paid over four consecutive months. This initiative involves a £10 administration fee.

Credit cards are no longer accepted for season tickets and 'memberships' no longer apply. Student ticket qualification requires production of a National Union of Students card.

Purchases can be made at the club's commercial offices on Gigg Lane during normal office hours.

For further details ring 0161-705 2144.