TICKETS 77683679 NOTTINGHAM LND

What is it?

Have you ever checked your credit card statement and found a mysterious charge from "TICKETS [NUMBER] NOTTINGHAM LND"? You're not alone. This somewhat cryptic billing descriptor has left many cardholders scratching their heads, but there's a simple explanation behind it.

This charge is from SEE Tickets, one of the UK's largest ticket agencies, headquartered in Nottingham. While the company sells tickets for a vast array of events, their credit card charges follow a consistent format: the word "TICKETS" followed by a unique reference number, and then "NOTTINGHAM LND" (or sometimes "NOTTINGHAM GB").

What makes this particularly confusing for consumers is that the charge doesn't explicitly say "SEE Tickets" or mention the specific event you've purchased tickets for. The reference number is unique to your transaction, but without context, it's not immediately helpful for identifying your purchase.

From analyzing various customer experiences, we can see that these charges appear for all sorts of events:

• Major music festivals like Glastonbury
• Seasonal attractions like Christmas at Kew Gardens
• Art exhibitions such as the Banksy show in Glasgow
• Concerts including 50 Cent performances
• Theater productions like Mamma Mia at the O2
• Tourist attractions including Whipsnade Zoo
• Garden shows and special events at venues like Blenheim Palace

What can you do about it?

If you spot this charge on your statement and can't remember what it's for, don't panic. Here's what you can do:

1. Search your email for the exact charge amount - you should find a confirmation from SEE Tickets
2. Check your SEE Tickets account if you have one
3. Contact SEE Tickets directly with your reference number

Pro tip: When making future purchases through SEE Tickets, make a note of the event details immediately, as the credit card charge won't remind you what you bought. This is especially helpful if you're booking tickets after a few drinks, as one commenter ruefully noted! It's worth mentioning that while the generic billing descriptor can be frustrating (as one Zoo visitor complained, "WHY CANT IT JUST SAY ZSL"), it's a legitimate charge from a reputable company. The standardized format helps SEE Tickets process millions of transactions efficiently, even if it sometimes leaves customers momentarily confused.