Like season card holders, all members receive a smart card which is used to enter the stadium and can also track the attendance - ensuring the club can properly reward its most loyal fans in the future.

With the FA Cup third round draw taking place on November 30th, there is potential for City to draw a Premier League club. And, behind season card holders, City will be utilising the membership scheme for priority should demand dictate.

Members already receive £2 off the 'general sale' price (click here) to all league matches and use their own personalised smart card in place of matchday tickets for entry to Ashton Gate.

The club has more than 2,000 members to date but there is still room for more.

Group managing director Doug Harman told bcfc.co.uk: "Season card holders will continue to form the bedrock of our support. But we are aware that there are many supporters who attend regularly both home and away who cannot commit to a season card for a number of reasons.

"In addition to the many benefits on offer, the new smart card technology also gives us the flexibility to look after our most loyal fans for in-demand games and bring in new features in the near future."

The full list of starter benefits are:-

- First priority on home matchday tickets, priority after season ticket holders on away or cup tickets, selected Ashton Gate events AND future season ticket sales.
- £2 saving on home matchday prices (equivalent of advance prices last year).
- Seats can be purchased online, as well as by phone or in person.
- Personalised members smart card - no tickets required.
- Membership of City Away Travel Service.
- Free entry to reserve games where not "all pay".
- Under-16s only: Free gift, signed birthday card and entry into a draw to become mascot at home and away matches.

Memberships costs £20 adults, £5 under-16s and £40 families (two adults, two children). Under-16 members (and season ticket holders) will automatically become City Redz members and will be eligible for any benefits.

Memberships are now on sale online via bcfc.co.uk. Please follow the instructions on the "Membership" section to place your order. Alternatively please call 0871 222 6666 or visit Ashton Gate in person.