West Yorkshire Homebuilder Continues Sponsorship Of Super League Rugby Club
Barratt and David Wilson Homes has renewed its sponsorship with rugby league team, Castleford Tigers.
Celebrating its centenary in 2026, Castleford Tigers has a rich history in English rugby and continues to compete in the Super League.
The club, which plays its home games at The Jungle (Wheldon Road), is at the heart of the Castleford community and regularly see thousands of fans in attendance.
The Tigers’ many successes includes four Challenge Cup triumphs, and finishing as League Leaders in 2017.
The contribution made by the homebuilder includes a player sponsorship of Brad Singleton, who is a seasoned prop forward and former grand final and Challenge Cup winner.
Craig Jeffels, Commercial Director at Castleford Tigers Rugby League Football Club, said: “We are delighted to be renewing and broadening our partnership with Barratt and David Wilson Homes for our special centenary year.
“As a leading homebuilder with multiple sites throughout the Yorkshire region and in particular the five towns, we will be working alongside them to promote their quality workmanship and local developments in 2026.”
Craig and Brad recently visited David Wilson Homes’ new Castle Syke Grange development on Ackworth Road in Pontefract, and met with Barratt and David Wilson Homes’ Managing Director, Gavin Birch, and Senior Site Manager, Mathew Welbourn.
Castle Syke Grange, located less than five miles from The Jungle, is a new development with a range of four bedroom homes currently available, with prices starting from £464,000.
The development is ideally located close to the town centre of Pontefract, with regular bus and train links to nearby cities like Leeds and Wakefield, providing excellent commuter options.
Barratt Homes is also soon to be launching two developments in Pontefract, Sandy Gate View and De Lacy Mews.
Gavin Birch, Managing Director at Barratt and David Wilson Homes Yorkshire West, said: “We’re delighted to be renewing our sponsorship at Castleford Tigers after a successful first year working together. The club’s heritage, ambition and deep roots in the local community align closely with our own values, and we wish the team every success for the season ahead.
“As a leading housebuilder, supporting organisations that play such an important role in bringing communities together remains a key priority for us. Both on and off the pitch, Castleford Tigers continue to be a fantastic example of how sport creates a strong sense of identity and pride for the town and its supporters.”
To find out more about any nearby developments, visit the website at Barratt Homes in West Yorkshire or David Wilson Homes in West Yorkshire.