Rugby club Northampton Saints extends Levy UK contract until 2025

Rugby club Northampton Saints has extended its contract with Levy UK until 2025.

The extension will see the caterer, part of Compass UK & Ireland, develop new culinary and retail options at the 15,000-seater stadium.

Innovations will include an increase in plant-based menus, an increase in bar and service capacity and the launch of a Tunnel Club, which will give supporters the chance to enter the inner sanctum of the stadium.

Jonathan Davies, managing director of Levy UK, said: "Northampton Saints has become one of the most recognisable teams in English Rugby Union and the relationship we have built over the past three years has grown significantly.

"It is a real pleasure to work alongside a knowledgeable and innovative team, it has allowed us to show our catering innovation. To see the fans react so positively to it as well is a bonus, and to be able to develop this offer further over future years is an exciting prospect."

Mark Darbon, chief executive of Northampton Saints added: "Levy UK has an unparalleled level of expertise and experience in delivering outstanding catering and hospitality at some of the country's biggest and best venues, and we're confident that they will continue to have a positive impact at Franklin's Gardens."