Barrow Raiders would like to publicly thank valued club sponsors MKM Building Supplies, who have agreed to extend the naming rights of our hugely popular marquee for a further 12 months.

The MKM Marquee, as it has been known since the summer of 2023, plays host to a large number of rugby and non-rugby events throughout the year and is also a key part of the matchday experience at the Northern Competitions Stadium.

MKM are the UK’s largest independent builders’ merchant. In 2023, they proudly opened their 113th branch in Barrow-in-Furness.

Open to the trade and public, MKM have an extensive range of stock, including everyday essentials and specialist equipment across building materials, plumbing and heating, landscaping supplies and more.

If you’re looking for some kitchen and bathroom inspiration, they also have a stunning showroom and expert in-house designers to help create the property of your dreams, with a free design service also on offer.

MKM Building Supplies Barrow director Paul Curwen said: “We’re very proud to renew our relationship with Barrow Raiders for another year.  

“As well as being a focal point on matchdays, the MKM Marquee is in regular use all year round. It continues to be a great way to enhance MKM’s brand presence in the local area.

“It is without doubt an exciting time for MKM Barrow. As we continue to grow, we’ll continue to support our local community in as many ways as we can, and our relationship with Barrow Raiders plays a key part in that.

“Our partnership has grown from strength to strength over the last two years, and we look forward to that continuing into next season and beyond.”

Barrow Raiders chairman Steve Neale said: “The MKM Marquee is an integral part of club operations, both on a matchday and throughout the year. 

“The fact that MKM Building Supplies have agreed to extend their sponsorship of the marquee clearly demonstrates the benefits it has brought them as a business.

“From the very first few conversations between ourselves and MKM, we knew that they had a real interest in the work being done in the local community, as well as on the pitch. 

“It is our pleasure to work with sponsors who are proud of their local area, and we hope to see the relationship between Barrow Raiders and MKM Building Supplies continue to blossom.”

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