Carlisle United team up with university to offer reduced ticket prices

Paul Simpson's side alongside the University of Cumbria will use the Blues' League One fixture against Stevenage on Saturday, March 23 as their One Carlisle One Community day where 'individuals and organisations making their mark' on the local community with be celebrated.'

As part of the celebration and to drive a 'bumper' crowd, the club has also slashed ticket prices with all adult and senior tickets being priced at £10 if purchased before the day of the game.

Carlisle United chairman Tom Piatak, speaking on the club's website, said: "This event has the potential to be a cornerstone occasion for the entire city and community, transcending the interests of Carlisle United alone.

“My vision is for the club to serve as a focal point within the community, fostering unity among its members.

"I encourage organisations and individuals to partner with us, uniting for an exceptional event and collective progress.

"Our club is committed to nurturing pride and acknowledging the greatness of Carlisle. We eagerly anticipate a strong turnout at the game, with broad representation from various organisations."

Following the announcement of the One Carlisle One Community celebrations, invitations to the match against Steve Evans' Stevenage at Brunton Park will be sent by Carlisle United's chief executive Nigel Clibbens and University of Cumbria vice chancellor professor Julie Mennel to a number of selected groups and charities.

Professor Julie Mennell DL said: “Sport has a special power to bring people from all walks of life together, to share an experience with a sense of togetherness and collective pride.  

"Through our partnership with Carlisle United and teaming up with partners working across Carlisle and Cumbria, we hope to use this occasion to recognise the many individuals and organisations that work to make our city and county a better place to live, work and thrive – and to thank them for all that they do for us and others."