Doncaster Knights are thrilled to announce that IPS, UK has extended their kit sponsorship for the 2025-26 season.

As a business deeply rooted in Doncaster, IPS, UK continue to champion local sport and community initiatives. Last season they sponsored the home and away Doncaster Knights shirt and branded with the IPS logo. This season their Park Smarter™ logo is present in this campaign, showcasing their understanding of community and the needs of their audience. Park Smarter™ is a suite of mobile payment options featuring an App, Text To Pay & Scan To Pay options.

As well as the shirts being worn by the players, visible to spectators in the ground and to the Knights’ 70,000+ social media following, the logo is also present on replica shirts sold in the club shop and worn by fans of the club at games. The introduction of live streaming of games via Clubber TV has also extended the visibility of the Park Smarter™ branding and app across the country and around the world.

IPS, UK are a fully integrated parking solutions company with smart parking technology. IPS offer Smart Parking Solutions for innovative communities. Their technology puts Smart Terminals, Data Management, and Complex Analytics at your fingertips. They strive to create an exceptional customer experience by addressing real parking needs with innovative, transformative solutions. Their latest kits accept contactless payments as standard and they are the only Parking Terminal manufacturer in the market who are a fully accredited Payment Services Provider.

Last week, Doncaster Knights Head of Commercial Tracey Owen & Sales and Marketing Officer, Rob Harker visited IPS, UK headquarters in Doncaster. Following a tour from Freddie Jones and demonstration of the machines, we enjoyed listening to an exciting update on the business.

As kit sponsor for the Knights’ their logo features on the scoreboard, on the website and in the programme. Their name is read out by the match announcer before every home game. IPS are the Knights official car park sponsor and also have a driveway banner and a mesh banner facing the pitch, providing them with excellent exposure from fans around the ground, visitors to the club and via external channels through photography and videos. IPS are entitled to four season tickets at Castle Park so can see every Knights’ match in the exciting Champ league this season. Further, they are invited to all Doncaster Knights sponsors and networking events, allowing them to liaise with other businesses and gain new connections.

Freddie Jones, UK Managing Director at IPS Group said, “We greatly value our partnership with Doncaster Knights and supporting an ambitious local team with values in supporting youth and community around the area. Much like the marks of a successful rugby team our principles at IPS are collaboration, accountability, transparency and integrity, which draws us closely to the Knights. It has been a pleasure to be a shirt sponsor and to attend Knights matches.”

Tracey Owen, Head of Commercial, added, “We are very grateful to Freddie, Sarah and the team at IPS, UK for their sponsorship this season and in previous seasons. It is always great to see representatives from IPS on a match day as part of their season tickets and to sponsorship and networking events. With their interest in our sport and the community, their values are closely aligned to us and the shirt sponsorship and banner advertising provide a fantastic opportunity to publicise their brand.”

To find out more about IPS, visit https://ipsgroupinc.co.uk/ and for Park Smarter™, visit https://parksmarter.uk/.

If you are interested in the sponsorship opportunities at Doncaster Knights, contact Tracey Owen via email: [email protected]; or via telephone 01302 831388.

Doncaster Knights would like to thank Albemarle Homes – Darryl Baker, Helen Dillon-Pearson and Bryn Iwanyckyj for their continued and enhanced sponsorship and support at the Knights. 

Recognising the vital role rugby plays in the local community, Albemarle Homes is proud to support Doncaster Knights. From mini juniors through to the semi-professional first team, this partnership helps sustain the game and making a positive contribution to both the local and business communities.

Albemarle Homes is the official kit sponsor across all home and away shirts, with their logo prominently positioned on the upper chest. The branding also features on replica shirts sold through the club shop, supported by extensive exposure across social media, matchday activity, Clubber TV and live streaming of Champ games throughout the season.

Albemarle Homes is also the new sponsors of our main hospitality suite, The Albemarle Suite. Following a substantial refurbishment programme, the newly upgraded suite has welcomed and entertained hundreds of guests on matchdays this season.

As well as matchday hospitality, the space is also used for conferences, meetings, networking events and private parties, and has received glowing reviews from visitors.

We were delighted to welcome Albemarle Homes to the suite for the pre-season friendly against Edinburgh Rugby in September and they will be entertaining their staff with a table at the Richmond fixture in April 2026. 

Albemarle Homes prides themselves on being more than just a home builder. They build every home with distinction, delivering quality, energy efficient homes that exceed expectations. They are a family run housebuilder established to provide the communities within South Yorkshire, North Nottinghamshire and Lincolnshire with quality build, affordable homes. They take great care in all aspects of the process from the location of developments, the design of each property, the professional grade techniques, materials used in construction to the personable care service provided to buyers.

Albemarle Homes also has a number of advertising boards around Castle Park, providing them with eyes on their brand from supporters, through photography which is picked up by external publications and the Knights’ social media coverage, as well as video coverage through match highlights and ClubberTV.

Speaking about the sponsorship, Charlotte Kirk, Head of Sales commented “Supporting local clubs and organisations is hugely important to us, particularly those like Doncaster Knights who have such a strong impact across the community.

“We’ve been delighted with how The Albemarle Suite been received. It’s great to see it enjoyed not only on matchdays but also for wider events that bring people and businesses together.”

Tracey Owen, Head of Commercial, Doncaster Knights advised “We are incredibly grateful to Albemarle Homes and their ongoing and enhanced sponsorship at Doncaster Knights. Their support enables us to continue to deliver rugby to our local community and beyond whilst also maintaining the excellent facilities at Castle Park.”

To find out more about Albemarle Homes click here: https://www.albemarlehomes.co.uk/

For full details of sponsorship, advertising, hospitality opportunities and networking events at Doncaster Knights and how this can benefit your business, please contact Tracey Owen via email at ➡️: [email protected]

Doncaster Knights would like to welcome KCR Build / Common Lane Consultancy as brand new sponsors and executive box holders this season. We’d like to extend a warm welcome to Ian Pyott, Mark Finney and their team.

KCR Build / Common Lane Consultancy are specialists in general building maintenance, with over 30 years of experience and an excellent reputation. Their areas of expertise encompasses everything from ceiling installation, decoration, glazing, resurfacing works, construction, groundworks, joinery/shopfitting and much more! They employ over 70 staff and have offices in Doncaster and Glasgow.

KCR / Common Lane Consultancy are a new sponsor of Doncaster Knights for the 2025-26 season and have opted for a package which gives them both sponsorship and hospitality at Castle Park.

This season they get to enjoy hospitality through being the name on the door of executive box 1, meaning they get to enjoy a fun day out with delicious food, in their own private hospitality area and cracking Champ league rugby. At the game they have the opportunity to entertain and impress their staff, clients, families, contractors and other guests with the experience.

Passionate followers of rugby the staff at KCR have been successful in our ballot for international rugby tickets. They have also attended the Knights’ sponsors lunches and networking events to meet new clients and catch up with existing connections.

Director of KCR, Ian Pyott, said: “We have enjoyed all of the games at Doncaster Knights, with a cracking atmosphere, cow pie, hospitality and plenty of drinks – what more do you want?! Our clients and guests are loving it as well! We are proud to support our local rugby union club, Doncaster Knights and want to continue and grow this relationship.”

Doncaster Knights’ Head of Commercial, Tracey Owen added: “We’re delighted to welcome KCR Build / Common Lane Consultancy to the Doncaster Knights family for the 2025–26 season. Their commitment to both sponsorship and hospitality shows a real belief in what we’re building at Castle Park. It’s been fantastic to see Ian and the team fully engage with our matchday experience, sponsor events and wider club network, and we’re looking forward to developing a strong and successful partnership together.”

Doncaster Knights and KCR have plenty of enthusiasm towards their agreement and KCR have spoken highly of the match day experience in hospitality at Castle Park. Visit their website here.

Looking for a fantastic day out to celebrate Armed Forces Day, reconnect with old friends, and support a great cause? Look no further than the Military vs Cancer Armed Forces Day Rugby Event at Castle Park on 4th July 2026!

This one-of-a-kind event promises an unforgettable day of rugby action as the UK Armed Forces Rugby Teams take on the North Select XV in men’s, North women’s and men’s U23’s matches. Whether you’re a rugby enthusiast, a supporter of our armed forces, or simply looking for a brilliant day out with friends, this is the event you won’t want to miss!

Celebrate Armed Forces Day: Show your appreciation for our military personnel by attending a thrilling day of rugby, honouring the bravery and dedication of those who serve.

Itinerary: 

Armed Forces Day Rugby Event 2026, Military v Cancer

UK Armed Forces RFC VS North England Select XV

Saturday 4th July 2026

Gates Open 11:30am

12:00pm KO – UK Armed Forces v North England Select – Mens U23’s

2:15pm KO – UK Armed Forces v North England Select – Womens

4:30pm KO – UK Armed Forces v North England Select – Mens

Support a Worthy Cause: All proceeds from the event go towards Military vs Cancer, helping to provide vital support to current and former service members facing cancer.

Only £5 entry to Doncaster Knights season ticket holders!

Tickets are available now, click here to book.

Doncaster Knights are delighted to welcome RSM Lining Supplies as a new executive box holder for the 2025-26 season.

RSM Lining Supplies are specialists in wastewater and pressure pipe rehabilitation. With over 20 years of industry experience RSM is a global supplier offering cured in place pipe lining and patching materials. Based in Doncaster, they have won a number of industry awards, have an exclusive range of innovative products, and possess a drive for excellence in everything they do.

The firm has been loyal supporters and benefactors of Doncaster Knights during previous seasons. Having enjoyed the hospitality experience at Castle Park, as well as investing in advertising boards last campaign, they have decided to upgrade sponsorship of the Knights to an executive box for the 2025-26.

Phil Steele, Sales Director at RSM Lining Supplies said: “We are delighted to extend our partnership with Doncaster Knights and support an ambitious club with community values. The executive box allows us the opportunity to watch excellent Champ rugby whilst entertaining our employees, clients, colleagues, family and friends.”

Tracey Owen, Head of Commercial at Doncaster Knights added: “We are delighted to welcome RSM as executive box holders for the 2025-26 season. RSM are a valued sponsor that we are looking forward to welcoming them into hospitality this season. With their interest in rugby and community, and their values sharing similarities to our club with quality and trust, it is a perfect alignment to the Knights. The box ownership will provide a fantastic opportunity to showcase their brand.”

Doncaster Knights and RSM Lining Supplies share in the enthusiasm of an ongoing agreement. To learn more about what RSM Lining Supplies have to offer, visit their website here.

If you are interested about the sponsorship opportunities at Doncaster Knights, contact Tracey Owen via email: [email protected]; or via telephone 01302 831388.

Doncaster Knights are offering you the opportunity to win Six Nations tickets.

On Saturday 7th February, England host Wales in their opening game of the tournament at Allianz Stadium, Twickenham. England are in impressive form currently, on a ten match winning run.

You can win two tickets in our social media competition. Simply visit the Facebook link here, click the link and fill in your details. 

The winner will be contacted on Friday 30th January.

Doncaster Knights are delighted to welcome Adam Gilliver of Elite Construction Group (North) as sponsors this season.

Entertaining their clients, prospects and staff, Adam Gilliver and his guests are enjoying hospitality in our newly refurbished Albemarle Suite for the season, which provide the best views in the house pre match, overlooking the pitch. Relaxing with delicious food, private bar and an entertaining afternoon of rugby union action this has been the perfect setting to connect with their clients out of the busy working week. 

Elite Construction Group (North) are civils and construction specialists with over 40 years experience of a multitude of construction applications. Covering all aspects of civils, developments and highways they have a proven track record of delivering high-quality cost-effective solutions.

With a team of experienced professionals with a passion for the construction industry, a commitment to providing clients with the highest level of service & support and investment in training and development they certainly deliver quality. For further details visit their website here.

Having a driveway board and pitchside perimeter advertising boards at Doncaster Knights certainly provides their business with plenty of coverage at games for fans, supporters and sponsors, through photos, social media coverage, live streaming with Clubber TV and beyond. Elite Construction have been involved with our sponsors lunches making new connections and networking to grow their contacts. 

It has been a pleasure to entertain Adam and his guests and we are looking forward to the rest of the season with them as well as growing and developing our relationship.

For full details of hospitality, sponsorship, advertising and networking events at Doncaster Knights and how this can benefit your business then please contact Tracey Owen on [email protected].

Everyone at Doncaster Knights is deeply saddened to hear of the passing of former player, David Kirk. 

David played for Doncaster during the 1960s and 1970s as a first team hooker. He has been a supporter of the club and a regular to Castle Park ever since.

The club sends their deepest condolences to all his family and friends at this sad time, he will be massively missed here at Doncaster Knights.

Everyone at Doncaster Knights is deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Joyce Waddington. 

Joyce is the wife of former first XV captain and life member Peter Waddington. Peter played more than 500 times for Doncaster and Joyce and Peter have been club members for over 60 years. Their sons Nick and Andrew also played for Doncaster during the 1990’s.

The funeral will take place on Wednesday 21st January at 1pm at Barnby Moor Crematorium, followed by a celebration of her life which takes place at Mount Pleasant Hotel.

The club sends their deepest condolences to all her family and friends at this sad time, she will be massively missed here at Doncaster Knights.

The introduction of the new Champ League this season has resulted in a number of improvements for fans of rugby union having access to the game and to broaden the appeal of rugby to a wider audience.

One of those improvements has been the introduction of live streaming of all games via Clubber TV and an on-demand game archive access. The new viewing platform and live streaming provided by Clubber TV marks a significant step forward for Champ Rugby providing the platform to showcase the quality, character and ambition of the league, while creating new opportunities to engage fans and strengthen club communities. It also supports the wider commitment to grow the second tier of rugby union and attract a new and wider audience.

Keen to showcase the wonderful facilities at Castle Park and our main De Mulder Lloyd Stand, Doncaster Knights were facing a financial dilemma with considerable costs in building a new viewing platform.

In stepped sponsor and local scaffolding company, Alti Access showing incredible support on this project, which has gone above and beyond in assisting Doncaster Knights. Lead by Mick Smith and the team provided and installed our viewing platform at minimal cost – enabling all fans and new fans to capture the tremendous facilities at Doncaster Knights.

As a local family run business, Alti Access have shown amazing commitment to Doncaster Knights and the local community, which is truly inspiring and this contribution makes a massive difference to our club and its supporters. An experienced, professional and innovative scaffolding company, Doncaster Knights would not hesitate to recommend them and their services, a true pleasure to work with.

This partnership with Alti Access exemplifies the power of local collaboration and community spirit. From all of us at Doncaster Knights we extend our deepest gratitude to Alti Access for helping us build for the future of rugby union.

Tracey Owen, Head of Commercial added “without the support of Alti Access with this project we would not have been able to provide the viewing expertise for our fans, fans of the game and to attract a wider audience – we cannot thank them enough”

Mick Smith of Alti Access added “At Alti Access we’re incredibly proud to support Doncaster Knights and to play a small part in helping the club showcase everything that makes it special. As a local business, supporting projects that benefit the community and the future of the sport is very important to us. This was a fantastic project to be involved in, and we’re delighted that our team could help deliver a solution that enhances the experience for supporters both at Castle Park and watching from home. We look forward to continuing our partnership with Doncaster Knights as the club and the league continue to grow.”

To find out more about the fantastic services of Alti Access please visit their website, www.alti-access.com

For details of sponsorship of Doncaster Knights please contact Tracey Owen, [email protected]