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We are thrilled to announce a new partnership with Hampshire Cricket and Utilita Bowl. This is the first time a housebuilder has teamed up with the leading professional county cricket club and international venue. The partnership will run for over two years, strengthening our presence within one of Hampshire’s most recognisable sporting destinations.
As part of the agreement, Bargate will become the official sponsor of the Family Zone at Utilita Bowl, with plans to support a refreshed and enhanced space for families attending matches. The redesigned Family Zone will be operational during Vitality Blast fixtures and international matches, reflecting a shared commitment between both organisations to supporting families, local communities and inclusive experiences, both on and off the field.
Bargate’s branding will also feature on players’ kit trousers and on perimeter advertising boards at Utilita Bowl throughout domestic fixtures. The partnership will span Hampshire Cricket competitions and events hosted at the venue, which welcomes hundreds of thousands of visitors each year.
Mark White, our Managing Director, said: “This partnership with Hampshire Cricket and Utilita Bowl is a proud moment for Bargate and an exciting first for the business. The Family Zone sponsorship reflects our commitment to creating positive experiences for families and communities, while supporting a venue that plays such an important role in Hampshire’s sporting and cultural life. We’re looking forward to seeing the partnership come to life over the next two seasons.”
Rob Paddon, Commercial Director at Hampshire Cricket and Utilita Bowl, commented: “We’re delighted to welcome Bargate as an official partner of Hampshire Cricket and Utilita Bowl. Their focus on community, families and long-term local investment aligns closely with our own values, and the support of the Family Zone will play an important role in enhancing the matchday experience for supporters of all ages.”
Utilita Bowl is home to Hampshire Cricket, Southern Brave and England international fixtures, and is widely recognised as a world-class sports and leisure destination. The partnership offers Bargate a high-profile platform across men’s and women’s cricket, alongside major domestic and international events hosted at the venue.
The new collaboration builds on our growing portfolio of community and sports partnerships across the region. We are a long-standing supporter of Southampton FC, including the refurbishment of the Sensory Room at St Mary’s Stadium, and we provide free football places for children eligible for the government’s Pupil Premium grant through our sponsorship of the Soccer Schools initiative. Bargate also supports the Mayflower Theatre, grassroots football clubs, and a wide range of local charities, events and community projects in the areas where we build.
To read more about the incredible local community projects and sports partnerships we’re proud to support, click here.
