Virgin Trains end sponsorship of Darlington FC

After working together for two successful years, Virgin Trains have decided not to extend their current main sponsorship of Darlington Football Club beyond the 2017/18 season.

Virgin have been generous sponsors of the club in the last two seasons, which have proved to be mutually beneficial for both parties.

Darlington FC director John Tempest said; “Virgin have been superb sponsors over the last two years, not only offering our fans 25% off travel on the East Coast line but supporting friendlies held at the Northern Echo Arena where they offered additional travel discounts. Also as our main shirt sponsor, DFC sold over 1400 shirts in the first season with the distinctive Virgin brand. We would like to wish them well in the future.”

Virgin Trains East Coast spokesman Phillip Peacock added; “The partnership has helped facilitate travel for many Darlington FC fans, as well as demonstrating our support of the local communities that we serve. We will obviously be keeping a close eye on the team’s performances and wish them all the best for the coming seasons!”

The current saving of 25% on travel will be available on bookings made on the travel club page, with the promotion being available until May 2018.

The club has now launched a search for a new sponsor. Any enquiries should be directed to john.tempest@darlingtonfc.org