BANBURY United have agreed a ‘substantial’ new sponsorship deal with local firm SMR Projects Ltd.

The partner sponsorship will include SMR having pitch side advertising at the ground and in the match day programme.

Mark Allitt, Banbury United’s commercial director, said: "We’re delighted that another local company has decided to come on board. 

"SMR is another example of a business based in Banbury that does a lot of work nationally. 

"Having them alongside us is exciting news for the club and our supporters”

Meanwhile, the Puritans make their return to the Evo-Stik Southern League Premier Division in August after winning promotion at the first attempt under manager Mike Ford.

Ford’s men begin their preseason campaign at home to Vanarama National League side Eastleigh on Thursday evening (7.45).