To kick-start this partnership, the racecourse is offering a concession entry rate to all Darlington supporters of just £10 per person this coming Easter Sunday. To claim your discount please contact the racecourse office on 01740 621925 quoting ‘QUAKERS’, or visit the website http://www.sedgefield-racecourse.co.uk/ and apply promo code at checkout.

Over the next few months, both parties are aiming to offer racing and football fans value added benefits for their continued support and attendance throughout the year – the details of which will be shared as events and opportunities arise.

The partners are also planning to work together to maximise their respective commercial opportunities and ongoing engagement with local businesses and the wider community.

Jill Williamson, Executive Director at Sedgefield Racecourse, said “I am really looking forward to developing this new partnership with Darlington FC and being able to offer a concession this coming Sunday to their loyal supporters is just a start to that relationship. It is an exciting time for both venues which sees Sedgefield Racecourse’s successful application for more family friendly fixtures coming to fruition and the rebuilding of Darlington FC’s new home in the pipeline”.

Martin Jesper, Darlington FC’s Chief Executive Officer, added ”I am really delighted with this partnership. As we rebuild the Club’s credibility and brand awareness within the region, it is important that we choose the correct partners that we feel we can establish healthy relationships with, and whose aspirations are closely aligned to our own

“Sedgefield hosts County Durham’s largest racecourse – and, given that we arguably boast the largest fan base for a football cub based within the county, the sporting connection and commercial partnership presents a huge number of exciting opportunities for us all”.