Kent cricket fans wanting to guarantee their seat for Australia’s first match against Kent in 18 years shouldn't leave it late.

Memberships are now on sale, which include options to see captain Robert Key's side in action against Australia in the opening game of the Ashes tour at The Spitfire Ground, St Lawrence, Canterbury, from June 25-28.

Any remaining tickets for the match will not go on sale until March 2015 so the club is hoping supporters can book early to avoid disappointment.

Australia beat Kent by six wickets the last time they played each other in 1997.

Memberships start from £95 and options include:

1) Six Pack – any six days of cricket you choose (£95 Early Bird). Days at the Australia match can be selected, preferential rights to purchase extra tickets included.

2) Spitfire – 7 NatWest T20 Blast matches and 4 Royal London One-Day Cup games (£135 Early Bird, £130 over 65). Australian match not included in package but preferential rights to buy tickets to the fixture is.

3) Championship Plus - 8 LV=CC four-day matches, 4 Royal London One-Day Cup games, plus Australia (£190 Early Bird, £180 over 65).

4) All Rounder – 8 LV=CC matches, 7 NatWest T20 Blast matches, 4 Royal London One-Day Cup games, plus the four day Australian Tour Match, 47 days (£230 Early Bird, £215 if over 65).

Early Bird prices are available until December 31.