MAKE Christmas extra special this year by treating yourself, a family member or a friend to the ideal present - a half-season ticket.

The 12-match deal starts with the home game against Peterborough on Boxing Day and also includes the visits of Nottingham Forest, Sheffield United, Scunthorpe, Sheffield Wednesday, Derby, Blackpool, Preston, Coventry, Leicester, Middlesbrough and Barnsley.

Junior prices start at only £50 - a saving of up to £118 on matchday prices - while adult prices kick off at just £195 - a saving of £81 on matchday prices.

All season ticket holders, members, 2009/10 match ticket buyers and online shop customers will be mailed full details, which should arrive by the end of the week - the postal strike permitting.

Included will be an application form, which can be filled in and returned to the East Stand box office.

Half-season tickets are on sale now and can also be purchased from the ticket office either in person or by phone (0871 271 9780).