"Having been a Colchester United supporter for thousands of years, well as long as I can remember, I was more than eager to get on board with this excellent scheme. We have a shop in Colchester and with the club becoming more high profile in the past couple of years, I felt it was a good partnership for us.

"I go to all the home matches and a handful of away games every season so I can always have a good chat about the club with any supporter who comes into the shop to see us.

"It's great to see them come through the door in their Colchester United clothing because it's then easy to create a good rapport with them, talking about the last win, or loss if that's the case."

Motormania have their Colchester branch in Barrack Street and can alos be found in Newland Street in Witham.

IF YOU'RE A LOCAL BUSINESS...
Local business can join the scheme to market their products to the Col U fan base for FREE.

"The only cost to businesses joining the scheme will be the discount they are prepared to offer the Col U fans buying their product or service.

"I'm not trying to make any money out of this, I just want our fans to support local businesses and local businesses to give discounts to Col U fans", Robbie added.

By taking part and offering discounts for their products, local Colchester businesses will gain exposure to Col U season ticket holders and club members.

To register your company for the scheme, visit www.colchesterunited.net/voucherscheme.

The voucher book is just one of the benefits the new CUFC Plus membership offers supporters,  giving them the opportnuity to use it in businesses in Colchester and its surrounding area.

That voucher book, which is produced in conjunction with the Daily Gazette, will enable fans to recoup the money they spend on their season ticket, with a host of superb discounts and offers.

Commenting on the Discount Voucher scheme, chairman Robbie Cowling said: "I'm most pleased to be able to include among the benefits a book of discount vouchers for use in a range of businesses in and around Colchester.

To see all of the details regarding this year's season ticket package, click HERE.