Title parade set as supporters get chance to celebrate with Saints heroes
Saints are ready to celebrate their Gallagher PREM title triumph in style on Sunday afternoon.
The champions, who beat Exeter Chiefs 26-17 in the Allianz Stadium, Twickenham showpiece, returned home to a huge welcome from their fans at cinch Stadium at Franklin's Gardens on Saturday night.
And today, supporters will line the route from cinch Stadium at Franklin's Gardens to the Guildhall as Saints host an open-top bus parade.
The entire squad and coaching group will depart the Gardens at 2pm and arrive at the Guildhall in St Giles’ Square at approximately 2.30pm.
The bus will travel into Northampton Town Centre via Weedon Road, St James Road, Mare Fair, Gold Street, Mercers Row, George Row and Wood Hill.
Supporters are encouraged to line the streets along the way to create a sea of black, green and gold and celebrate with the team.
The bus will also circle All Saints Church on George Row before arriving at the Guildhall, offering plenty of opportunities for supporters to see and salute their champions.
Saints will be welcomed at the Guildhall by representatives from West Northamptonshire Council, including Cllr Mark Arnull (Leader, WNC), Cllr Fiona Baker (Chairman, WNC), and Cllr Mike Hallam (Mayor of Northampton).
A stage will be set up outside the Guildhall, where player interviews, music and entertainment will follow the team’s arrival – all hosted by Gardens stadium announcer Pete Nuttall.
Players will also spend time with supporters, show off the trophy and pose for photographs before departing at approximately 3.30pm.
The event is free to attend, with the supporter area in front of the Guildhall opening from 1pm.
Due to the space available in the square, numbers in this area will be carefully managed on the day.
Supporters are therefore encouraged to enjoy the celebrations along the parade route as well as at the Guildhall, where a fantastic atmosphere is expected throughout Northampton town centre.
Anyone carrying a bag may be subject to searches upon entry.
There will be no public access to any area of cinch Stadium at Franklin’s Gardens on Sunday.
A Saints statement said: "The club would like to thank West Northamptonshire Council for their support in delivering this event.
"We also remind all supporters that they have a responsibility to act as ambassadors for Northampton Saints, and to treat the town, the facilities, and one another with respect throughout the celebrations."