What a result for Stagecoach!
Stagecoach West announce new sponsorship deal
Stagecoach West is delighted to announce that from next season 2007/2008, the Main Stand at the home of Cheltenham Town Football Club, Whaddon Road will be known as ‘The Stagecoach Stand’.
A three year, five figure deal with Cheltenham Town FC has been secured for the stand previously sponsored by UCAS.
The Stand accommodates 1000 seated spectators and includes the Family Stand plus corporate and directors’ seating areas.
Stagecoach is one of the largest bus operators in the UK, operating express and local bus services across the country, connecting communities in over 100 towns and cities, with two million passengers travelling on Stagecoach services every day. Stagecoach West operates in Gloucestershire, Wiltshire, Herefordshire and Swindon.
The main Stagecoach Stand sign was unveiled on Thursday 26th April and further signage will be in place in time for the start of the 07/08 season.
Nick Hale, Chief Executive of Cheltenham Town FC said “the Club is delighted with the new sponsorship and the partnership being formed with Stagecoach West. I am confident that both parties will work closely together to ensure that the most is made of the sponsorship. There are some interesting plans ahead which involve high profile and exciting competitions for supporters to get involved with and we are keen to develop further projects with Stagecoach West in the near future.”
Ian Manning, Managing Director Stagecoach West said “Stagecoach West is extremely excited by this fantastic partnership opportunity. Like ourselves, Cheltenham Town Football is a focal point of the community and it is my belief that the two brands align themselves extremely well. Everyone at Stagecoach West wishes the club every success for the future and we look forward to forming a vibrant and innovative partnership.”
Explore Gloucestershire would also like the chance to say a big well done to Cheltenham Town FC for their galant win over Rotherham, to keep them up in Division 1 - next season the Championship!
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