107829 MFC Brochure 09 Master - Middlesbrough
107829 MFC Brochure 09 Master - Middlesbrough
107829 MFC Brochure 09 Master - Middlesbrough
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YOUR BUSINESS. YOUR PLEASURE. YOU’RE WELCOME.<br />
MATCHDAY HOSPITALITY 20<strong>09</strong>/10
NATURAL SKILL, FLAIR AND TALENT.<br />
THE ABILITY TO MOVE SMOOTHLY AROUND EVERY<br />
OBSTACLE TO REACH THE GOAL.<br />
A PASSION FOR ENTERTAINING…
IT’S NOT JUST OUR FOOTBALLERS THAT KNOW HOW TO PERFORM ON MATCHDAY.<br />
FROM THE CULINARY FLAIR OF OUR HEAD CHEF, HOWARD ARCHER, TO OUR<br />
EXPERIENCED TOUR GUIDES, TO THE ATTENTIVE STAFF THAT ARE ALWAYS THERE<br />
WHEN YOU NEED THEM, OUR HOSPITALITY TEAM ARE EVERY BIT AS SKILLED AS<br />
THOSE WHO PULL ON OUR FAMOUS RED SHIRT.<br />
BUSINESS AND<br />
PLEASURE<br />
<strong>Middlesbrough</strong> FC matchday hospitality packages combine the very<br />
best in food and drink with luxurious surroundings and, of course,<br />
the beautiful game. 90 minutes of high drama, intense action and<br />
euphoria. In short, the <strong>MFC</strong> hospitality experience is simply in a<br />
league of its own.<br />
But it makes sound business sense too. Our executive boxes make<br />
the perfect venue for a corporate meeting, above the hallowed<br />
turf. And what better way to reward your team than by taking<br />
them to see ours We’ve got something to suit every occasion and<br />
every budget.<br />
Choosing the Boro is a decision you can make with your head as<br />
well as your heart. Why not see what we have to offer
THE BENEFITS OF<br />
SEASONAL MEMBERSHIP<br />
SPEND THE ENTIRE SEASON WITH US. EVERY SEASONAL HOSPITALITY<br />
AND SPONSORSHIP PACKAGE WITH MIDDLESBROUGH FOOTBALL<br />
CLUB INCLUDES:<br />
ALL FIRST TEAM HOME GAMES<br />
ALL FA CUP HOME GAMES<br />
ALL CARLING CUP HOME GAMES<br />
EXECUTIVE MATCHDAY SEATING<br />
OFFICIAL MATCHDAY PROGRAMME
IT’S INSTINCTIVE.<br />
YOU SET YOUR EYE ON THE GOAL,<br />
APPLY SKILL, HARD WORK AND FAIR PLAY AND<br />
YOU DON’T STOP UNTIL YOU WIN.<br />
THAT’S BUSINESS.
MEET MIDDLESBROUGH’S OTHER PREMIER TEAM.
MATCHDAY SPONSORSHIP<br />
MATCHDAY SPONSORSHIP IS THE ULTIMATE WAY TO COMBINE VIP PLEASURE<br />
WITH MAXIMUM EXPOSURE FOR YOUR COMPANY.<br />
YOUR SPONSORSHIP EXPERIENCE BEGINS WITH A CHAMPAGNE AND CANAPÉ<br />
RECEPTION BEFORE BEING TREATED TO AN EXCLUSIVE MATCHDAY BEHIND<br />
THE SCENES TOUR. YOU’LL SEE THE CHANGING ROOMS AND HEAD<br />
PITCHSIDE WHILST OUR EXPERIENCED TOUR GUIDES TALK YOU THROUGH<br />
THE HISTORY OF <strong>MFC</strong> AND THE RIVERSIDE STADIUM.<br />
YOUR NAME<br />
IN FLOODLIGHTS<br />
Then it’s on to our exclusive Riverside Restaurant for a sumptuous five course meal with complimentary bar*.<br />
An official Sponsors Welcome by Boro legend Craig Hignett with special guest or player interviews before the<br />
game is a favourite and builds anticipation for the match ahead. And when time for kick off comes, seating is<br />
in our Upper West Stand executive seating area with excellent panoramic views of the stadium.<br />
Unique to the Sponsors Package is the opportunity to meet a player for photographs and autographs after<br />
the match itself. Our player will present your group with your collectable sponsors gift, such as a signed shirt or<br />
ball, as a memento of the day.<br />
Our hospitality team can tailor your sponsorship day to the finest detail to ensure an unforgettable<br />
experience for you and your guests.
ALL MATCHDAY<br />
SPONSORSHIP<br />
PACKAGES INCLUDE:<br />
CAR PARKING PER COUPLE<br />
ENTRANCE THROUGH MAIN RECEPTION<br />
CHAMPAGNE AND CANAPÉ RECEPTION ON ARRIVAL<br />
DRESS CODE<br />
All gentlemen must wear a jacket, collar and tie.<br />
Under no circumstances will entry be permitted to any<br />
adult wearing denim, replica football kit, tracksuits or<br />
trainers. Children under 16 may wear replica shirts,<br />
tracksuit bottoms and trainers but no denim. The<br />
dress code is strictly adhered to. In order to avoid any<br />
embarrassment on the day please ensure your guests<br />
are aware of this club ruling.<br />
COMPLIMENTARY BAR* THROUGHOUT THE DAY (*BEERS, HOUSE WINES,<br />
LAGERS AND SOFT DRINKS)<br />
EXCLUSIVE PRE-MATCH STADIUM TOUR<br />
EXECUTIVE GIFT FOR EACH GUEST<br />
OFFICIAL SPONSORS WELCOME AND PRE-MATCH INTERVIEW WITH BORO<br />
LEGEND CRAIG HIGNETT<br />
FIVE COURSE MEAL IN OUR RIVERSIDE RESTAURANT<br />
EXECUTIVE PADDED MATCH SEATS IN THE CENTRE OF THE UPPER WEST STAND<br />
POST-MATCH MAN OF THE MATCH INTERVIEW<br />
GROUP PHOTOGRAPH WITH FIRST TEAM PLAYER<br />
CORPORATE LOGO OR MESSAGE ON BACK OF THE OFFICIAL MATCHDAY<br />
PROGRAMME<br />
EDITORIAL ON THE SPONSORS PAGE OF THE OFFICIAL MATCHDAY PROGRAMME<br />
COMPANY NAME ON TEAM SHEETS<br />
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF SPONSORS ON STADIUM SCOREBOARDS<br />
AND STADIUM TVS<br />
MATCHDAY PROMOTIONAL OPPORTUNITIES, SUCH AS PRODUCT PLACEMENT<br />
AND LEAFLETING<br />
MATCHDAY SPONSORSHIP<br />
PARTY SIZE AND GIFT GUIDE<br />
MATCH SPONSORSHIP<br />
PARTIES OF 20 OR MORE<br />
SIGNED AND FRAMED TEAM SHIRT<br />
SIGNED MATCHBALL<br />
TEAM SPONSORSHIP<br />
PARTIES OF 10 OR MORE<br />
SIGNED AND FRAMED TEAM SHIRT<br />
PROGRAMME SPONSORSHIP<br />
PARTIES OF 8 OR MORE<br />
HALF PAGE ADVERT IN OFFICIAL MATCHDAY PROGRAMME<br />
SIGNED AND FRAMED OFFICIAL MATCHDAY PROGRAMME<br />
(FRAMING COMPLETED THE WEEK AFTER GAME)<br />
MATCHBALL SPONSORSHIP<br />
PARTIES OF 6 OR MORE<br />
SIGNED MATCHBALL<br />
MAN OF THE MATCH SPONSORSHIP<br />
PARTIES OF 4 OR MORE<br />
AWARD PRESENTATION TO MAN OF THE MATCH<br />
SHIRT AUTOGRAPHED BY MAN OF THE MATCH
EXECUTIVE BOXES<br />
A MIDDLESBROUGH FC EXECUTIVE BOX IS THE VERY HEIGHT OF PRESTIGE AND PRIVACY. IT’S A GREAT WAY TO ENJOY THE<br />
MATCH AND ENTERTAIN GUESTS ON YOUR OWN TERMS. AND IT CAN ALSO DOUBLE AS AN EXTENSION OF YOUR OFFICE<br />
ON NON-MATCHDAYS. YOU CAN EVEN PERSONALISE YOUR BOX, FURTHER EXTENDING YOUR BRAND IDENTITY TO CLIENTS<br />
AND YOUR LINKS WITH A PREMIER FOOTBALL CLUB. IT’S YOUR OWN EXCLUSIVE PIECE OF THE RIVERSIDE.<br />
YOUR OWN PIECE OF BORO
YOUR EXECUTIVE BOX<br />
PACKAGE INCLUDES:<br />
EXECUTIVE PADDED MATCH SEATING DIRECTLY OUTSIDE YOUR BOX<br />
HOSTESS SERVICE<br />
TWO COURSE BUFFET MEAL<br />
Boxes can hold between 12 and 15 people depending on their<br />
location. A flat screen TV comes as standard, offering Riverside<br />
TV and several SKY channels as well as terrestrial broadcasts,<br />
all controlled by yourselves. A hostess will take care of your food<br />
and drink requirements for the day, including a two course meal<br />
together with post-match sandwiches. However you have the<br />
option to change menus match-by-match or seasonally subject<br />
to your requirements.<br />
FOUR CAR PARKING SPACES AT THE FRONT OF THE STADIUM<br />
PERSONALISATION OF DÉCOR OPTION<br />
AVAILABLE FOR YOUR USE ON NON-MATCHDAYS (PRIOR NOTICE REQUIRED)<br />
OPTION TO UPGRADE OR PERSONALISE MENU CHOICES<br />
A unique benefit for box holders is the option to use their own<br />
facility on a non-matchday free of charge. There’s no limit to the<br />
usage, whether it’s for lunches, dinners, meetings or out of office<br />
working. All facilities are Wi-Fi enabled so your box can become<br />
a useful off site working base for you or your staff.<br />
DRESS CODE<br />
All gentlemen must wear a jacket, collar and tie. Under no circumstances will entry be<br />
permitted to any adult wearing denim, replica football kit, tracksuits or trainers. Children under<br />
16 may wear replica shirts, tracksuit bottoms and trainers but no denim. The dress code is<br />
strictly adhered to. In order to avoid any embarrassment on the day please ensure your guests<br />
are aware of this club ruling.
AYRESOME LOUNGE<br />
LOCATED IN THE CENTRE OF THE WEST STAND, THE AYRESOME<br />
LOUNGE IS THE MOST EXCLUSIVE FACILITY IN THE STADIUM. RECENTLY<br />
REFURBISHED TO MATCH THE VERY BEST IN THE PREMIER LEAGUE<br />
YOU’LL ENJOY EXQUISITE FOOD, ATTENTIVE SERVICE AND FINE WINE.<br />
THE BEST<br />
SEATS AND THE<br />
BEST EATS<br />
After a champagne reception you can peruse the menu of the day<br />
with an extensive wine list to compliment the palate. All drinks are<br />
fully inclusive within the Ayresome Lounge throughout the day.<br />
Ayresome Lounge members also have the unique benefit of watching<br />
the match from the best seats in the house – The Directors Box.<br />
Guests enjoy the game together with the club’s senior executives<br />
including Chairman, Steve Gibson and take pleasure in the spectacular<br />
panoramic views.
DRESS CODE<br />
All gentlemen must wear a jacket, collar and<br />
tie. Under no circumstances will entry be<br />
permitted to any adult wearing denim, replica<br />
football kit, tracksuits or trainers. Children<br />
under 16 may wear replica shirts, tracksuit<br />
bottoms and trainers but no denim. The dress<br />
code is strictly adhered to. In order to avoid<br />
any embarrassment on the day please ensure<br />
your guests are aware of this club ruling.<br />
YOUR AYRESOME LOUNGE<br />
PACKAGE INCLUDES:<br />
DIRECTORS BOX MATCH SEATING<br />
CHAMPAGNE RECEPTION<br />
FIVE COURSE MEAL<br />
COMPLIMENTARY BAR THROUGHOUT THE DAY<br />
PARKING SPACE PER COUPLE<br />
POST-MATCH FINGER BITES
THE THRILL. THE ADRENALINE RUSH.<br />
THE ARMS IN THE AIR SCREAMING ELATION.<br />
THE CLIENT WHO FOR A FEW SECONDS<br />
JUST BECAME YOUR BEST FRIEND<br />
IN THE WHOLE WIDE WORLD.<br />
COME ON BORO!
THE RIVERSIDE RESTAURANT<br />
THE RIVERSIDE RESTAURANT IS ONE OF THE MOST EXCITING PLACES TO<br />
BE EVERY MATCHDAY. PRIOR TO THE GAME GUESTS ENJOY THE BUILD-UP<br />
WITH BORO LEGEND CRAIG HIGNETT AS COMPERE.<br />
ALL ROUND<br />
ENTERTAINMENT<br />
As the man who scored the very first goal at the Riverside he knows<br />
exactly how to get things off to a great start. Following the game,<br />
once changed, the Man of the Match arrives for a brief chat about<br />
the game as he receives his award from the sponsors.<br />
The match is enjoyed from the Upper West Stand executive seating<br />
situated directly next to the Directors Box. The Riverside package<br />
offers service and quality of the highest standard, together with the<br />
excitement of player appearances. A superb package for anyone<br />
wanting all round corporate entertainment.
YOUR RIVERSIDE<br />
PACKAGE INCLUDES:<br />
DRESS CODE<br />
All gentlemen must wear a jacket, collar and tie. Under no<br />
circumstances will entry be permitted to any adult wearing<br />
denim, replica football kit, tracksuits or trainers. Children<br />
under 16 may wear replica shirts, tracksuit bottoms and<br />
trainers but no denim. The dress code is strictly adhered to.<br />
In order to avoid any embarrassment on the day please<br />
ensure your guests are aware of this club ruling.<br />
UPPER WEST STAND EXECUTIVE PADDED SEATING<br />
FOUR COURSE MEAL<br />
ROOM HOSTED BY CRAIG HIGNETT<br />
POST-MATCH FINGER BITES
MIDDLEHAVEN SUITE<br />
Situated on the North West corner of the stadium, the Middlehaven<br />
Suite looks out over one of the region’s most popular landmarks, the<br />
Transporter Bridge.<br />
The pre-match experience is hosted by Alan Peacock, former England<br />
International and Boro legend. Alan interviews guests such as<br />
Jack Charlton, Curtis Fleming and John Hendrie in the build-up<br />
to the big game.<br />
Seating for the match is in the Upper North West seating area close to<br />
the electric atmosphere of the North Stand.<br />
YOUR MIDDLEHAVEN<br />
PACKAGE INCLUDES:<br />
ELECTRIC<br />
UPPER NORTH WEST EXECUTIVE PADDED SEATING<br />
THREE COURSE MEAL<br />
PRE-MATCH INTERVIEW HOSTED BY ALAN PEACOCK<br />
POST-MATCH FINGER BITES<br />
DRESS CODE<br />
All gentlemen must wear a jacket, collar and tie. Under no circumstances will entry be permitted to any adult wearing denim, replica<br />
football kit, tracksuits or trainers. Children under 16 may wear replica shirts, tracksuit bottoms and trainers but no denim. The dress code is<br />
strictly adhered to. In order to avoid any embarrassment on the day please ensure your guests are aware of this club ruling.
FENTON LOUNGE<br />
YOUR FENTON LOUNGE<br />
PACKAGE INCLUDES:<br />
UPPER WEST STAND EXECUTIVE PADDED SEATING<br />
THREE COURSE CARVERY MEAL<br />
HOSTED PRE-MATCH INTERVIEWS<br />
ENTERTAINMENT<br />
There’s a real members feel to the Fenton Lounge. The vast majority<br />
of its occupants return season after season due, in no small part, to the<br />
great social atmosphere, excellent seating and fantastic food. Boro legend<br />
Jim Platt is one of the hosts who interviews guests such as Gary Pallister,<br />
Steve Vickers and Jamie Pollock in the build-up to the game.<br />
Match seating is in the central Upper West Stand offering superb views<br />
of the pitch. The food is served in a carvery style with starters and<br />
desserts served to your table. The main course can be chosen from a<br />
mouth-watering array of food on the carvery itself.<br />
DRESS CODE<br />
All gentlemen must wear a jacket, collar and tie. Under no circumstances will entry<br />
be permitted to any adult wearing denim, replica football kit, tracksuits or trainers.<br />
Children under 16 may wear replica shirts, tracksuit bottoms and trainers but no<br />
denim. The dress code is strictly adhered to. In order to avoid any embarrassment<br />
on the day please ensure your guests are aware of this club ruling.
LEGENDS LOUNGE<br />
New for the 20<strong>09</strong>/10 Season is a complimentary bar* included in the Legends Lounge<br />
package. We’ve also introduced an informal dress code which will add to the lounge’s<br />
relaxed atmosphere.<br />
Boro legend Gordon Jones is one of the hosts who interviews guests such as Stuart Boam,<br />
John Hickton and David Armstrong in the build-up to the game.<br />
French doors lead directly from the lounge to the executive seating in the Lower South West<br />
corner of the stadium. Food is served in a carvery style with starters and desserts served<br />
to your table. The main course can be chosen from a mouth-watering array of food on<br />
the carvery itself.<br />
HISTORY AND<br />
YOUR LEGENDS LOUNGE<br />
PACKAGE INCLUDES:<br />
LOWER SOUTH WEST STAND EXECUTIVE PADDED SEATING<br />
THREE COURSE CARVERY MEAL<br />
DRESS CODE:<br />
The dress code for the Legends Lounge is<br />
casual. However, under no circumstances will<br />
entry be permitted to any adult wearing<br />
replica football kit, tracksuit or trainers.<br />
Children under 16 may wear replica shirts.<br />
The dress code is strictly adhered to.<br />
To therefore avoid any embarrassment on the<br />
day please ensure your guests are aware of<br />
this club ruling.<br />
HOSTED PRE-MATCH INTERVIEWS<br />
COMPLIMENTARY BAR* THROUGHOUT THE DAY<br />
(*BEERS, HOUSE WINES, LAGERS AND SOFT DRINKS)
DRESS CODE:<br />
The dress code for the Hardwick Suite is casual.<br />
However, under no circumstances will entry be<br />
permitted to any adult wearing replica football kit.<br />
Children under 16 may wear replica shirts. The<br />
dress code is strictly adhered to. To therefore avoid<br />
any embarrassment on the day please ensure<br />
your guests are aware of this club ruling.<br />
YOUR HARDWICK SUITE<br />
PACKAGE INCLUDES:<br />
CENTRAL UPPER EAST STAND SEATING<br />
TWO COURSE MEAL<br />
HARDWICK SUITE<br />
COMPLIMENTARY HALF-TIME TEA, COFFEE & BISCUITS<br />
CASH BAR<br />
HOSPITALITY<br />
The Hardwick Suite is a favourite with our members already, and recent refurbishments<br />
have added even more to the experience.<br />
The suite is a true sports bar with all the excitement and build-up atmosphere you would<br />
expect from a relaxed lounge bar. Great pub-style food is also included within the<br />
matchday experience.<br />
Seating for our Hardwick Suite members is in the Central Upper East Stand directly<br />
opposite the players tunnel. The fantastic seating offers the first view of the team as they<br />
leave the dressing room ahead of the game.<br />
A mixture of company and family membership makes the Hardwick Suite a great facility for<br />
any occasion. There are no table reservations necessary as there is space for all to eat.
Edinburgh<br />
A1<br />
Dublin<br />
Belfast<br />
M62<br />
A1<br />
Durham<br />
A1(M)<br />
A1<br />
Leeds<br />
Manchester<br />
Liverpool<br />
Newcastle<br />
A66<br />
A19<br />
A19<br />
M1<br />
A64<br />
<strong>Middlesbrough</strong><br />
York<br />
DIRECTIONS<br />
The Riverside Stadium is well served by road, rail and air transport links. Officially,<br />
the Tees Valley has the fastest moving urban traffic in the UK, with the lowest<br />
levels of congestion. Travel across the area is swift and convenient.<br />
By road we have excellent access North and South via the A1(M) and A19, or<br />
travelling East and West, we have the A66.<br />
Birmingham<br />
M42<br />
M1<br />
A1(M)<br />
By rail London, Edinburgh, Birmingham and Manchester are all under 3 hours’<br />
travel. Or for high fliers, flights come in from Europe, Ireland, London and other<br />
UK destinations to Durham Tees Valley International Airport.<br />
London<br />
TIME BY CAR<br />
Leeds 1 hour<br />
Birmingham 3 hours<br />
Newcastle 1 hour<br />
London 4 hours<br />
A1(M)<br />
A66<br />
A689<br />
Stockton<br />
on Tees<br />
To Darlingon<br />
To Newcastle<br />
A19 A689<br />
Billingham To Redcar<br />
A19<br />
A66<br />
A19<br />
To York<br />
A66<br />
<strong>Middlesbrough</strong><br />
A174<br />
A172<br />
A66<br />
A66<br />
Dockside Road<br />
Shepherdson Way Flyover<br />
Car<br />
Park<br />
F<br />
Halyard Road<br />
Car Park A<br />
South Stand<br />
Visitors<br />
Car Park E<br />
Main<br />
Executive<br />
Entrance<br />
West Stand<br />
East Stand<br />
Hardwick Suite<br />
Car Park D<br />
Car Park B<br />
North Stand<br />
Gate<br />
Car<br />
Park<br />
C<br />
Manchester 2 hours<br />
CAR PARKING AT THE RIVERSIDE STADIUM<br />
Some of our hospitality packages include match day parking. If your package<br />
includes car parking at the stadium your passes will be sent to you with your<br />
tickets. Should your package not include car parking then a seasonal car park<br />
pass can be purchased, subject to availability, from the Hospitality and<br />
Sponsorship Department.<br />
Please contact us on 01642 757 656 for prices and availability.
HOSPITALITY & SPONSORSHIP<br />
T 01642 757 656<br />
F 01642 757 697<br />
E hospitality@mfc.co.uk<br />
ALL OTHER ENQUIRIES<br />
T 0844 499 6789<br />
F 01642 757 697<br />
E enquiries@mfc.co.uk<br />
<strong>Middlesbrough</strong> Football Club,<br />
Riverside Stadium,<br />
<strong>Middlesbrough</strong>, TS3 6RS<br />
www.mfc.co.uk