Banks enters second innings with cricket club

A County Durham-based company is stepping up to the crease once again as it continues its partnership with a leading cricket club.

Property, housebuilding and mining firm The Banks Group has begun its second season as principal partner of Durham Cricket, following a multi-year sponsorship agreement tied to its 50th anniversary.

The deal includes naming rights to the Banks Homes Riverside Stadium in Chester-le-Street, as well as branding across the club’s men’s, women’s and junior pathway teams.

Founded in Tow Law in 1976, Banks has supported Durham Cricket for decades, with its involvement predating the club’s first-class status.

Russ Hall, managing director at Banks Homes, said: “Our partnership with Durham Cricket has helped to increase our brand visibility as we’ve expanded our portfolio of high-quality residential developments across the North East and Yorkshire, and we’re excited to be taking our place for a new season at the iconic Banks Homes Riverside ground.”

Durham Cricket chief executive Tim Bostock added: “It is great to celebrate our second year with Banks Group as Durham’s principal partner.

 “Banks Group has been a long-term partner of Durham Cricket who have supported us for over 30 years, and it is fantastic to continue to work alongside the group.

“Banks Group is a progressive, community-minded partner that aligns with our Northern culture, sharing our passion for community spirit and cricket.

“Everyone at the club is excited about the coming years, in what is an exciting time for English cricket, as we continue to move forward both on and off the field.”

Beyond the headline partnership, the company continues to invest in grassroots cricket across the North East, supporting leagues, competitions and local clubs.

Its backing has also extended to Northumberland County Cricket Club and the North East Premier League, reinforcing its commitment to developing the game at all levels across the region.

Harry Banks OBE DL, chairman and chief executive at the Banks Group, who also served as President of Durham County Cricket Club in 1998 and 1999, added: “The start of a new cricket season is always a landmark time in our business year and the connection with our 50th anniversary celebrations makes this season an especially important one for us.

“We’ve been part of the Durham Cricket story for over 35 years and are looking forward to seeing all the club’s teams and players succeeding through the summer.”

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