Saints to celebrate Prem title win with bus parade

Northampton Saints will celebrate their Premiership title victory with a bus parade through the town.

Their 26-17 win over Exeter at Twickenham clinched the trophy for a third time, having previously been crowned champions of England in 2024 and 2014.

An open-top bus carrying the squad and coaching team will make its way through Northampton on Sunday afternoon.

It will set off from Franklin's Gardens at 14:00 BST and head along Weedon Road, St James Road, Mare Fair and Gold Street before looping around All Saints Church, arriving at a stage outside Guildhall at about 14:30.

The club has invited supporters to "line the streets along the way to create a sea of black, green and gold and celebrate with the team".

With the exception of the church loop, the route is similar to the celebratory parade after their win in 2024.

Once at Guildhall, the team will be welcomed by members of West Northamptonshire Council, including leader Mark Arnull, chairman Fiona Baker and mayor Mike Hallam.

Music and interviews will be hosted on stage by stadium announcer Pete Nuttall.

Supporters can secure a space at the free event outside Guildhall from 13:00 but have been warned space is limited.

Players will depart the celebrations at about 15:30.

In a statement, Saints 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."

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