Cambridge & Coleridge Athletic Club announces two year sponsorship with Penningtons Manches Cooper
Cambridge & Coleridge Athletic Club is proud to announce a new sponsorship agreement with Penningtons Manches Cooper, a leading law firm. The partnership will establish the firm as the club’s exclusive legal sector partner and includes sponsorship of the Cambourne 10 km in 2026, one of the region’s most popular community running events.
The sponsorship marks a significant milestone for C&C, reinforcing the club’s local and national reputation. The support from Penningtons Manches Cooper will help enhance training facilities, expand development programmes, and ensure the continued success of events like the Cambourne 10 km.
Founded in 1961 through the merger of Cambridge City Athletic Club and Coleridge Athletic Club, C&C has grown into one of the UK’s most highly regarded athletics clubs. With bases at the University of Cambridge Sports Ground and at Carver Barracks, Saffron Walden, the club supports athletes of all ages and abilities – from grassroots runners to elite competitors. C&C is proud to include members who have represented Great Britain at international championships, including at European and World level, many of whom started their athletic journey as youngsters with the club.
The club continues to nurture future stars through its thriving junior academy. And across its strong presence in track and field, road running and cross-country, C&C reflects an inclusive ethos, commitment to excellence and dedication to promoting active lifestyles and local community engagement.
Penningtons Manches Cooper has been serving Cambridge and the wider region since 2012, with its team of specialist lawyers advising a range of sectors including education, charities, and life sciences. The firm has a well-established reputation for supporting sports clubs and organisations across its UK locations. It also has a dedicated sports law team, which works in close partnership with athletes, clubs, and governing bodies – combining deep sector knowledge with specialist legal expertise.
Ellen Leggate, President of Cambridge & Coleridge Athletic Club, said:
“Securing sponsorship from Penningtons Manches Cooper marks an exciting chapter for the club. Their support will make a real difference not just to our athletes, but to the wider community we serve. It’s a natural fit for us to be partnering with a firm that shares our values and understands the importance of sport in bringing people together and helping individuals reach their potential.”
Hilary Aldred, partner in Penningtons Manches Cooper’s Cambridge team, commented:
“We’re delighted to be supporting Cambridge & Coleridge Athletic Club. The club’s achievements are genuinely inspiring. From building strong foundations in youth sport to celebrating success on global platforms, their impact is remarkable. It’s a privilege to be part of their journey and to contribute to a community that values excellence, inclusion, and ambition. As a firm with deep roots in Cambridge and a strong sports law practice, this collaboration reflects our ongoing commitment to supporting organisations that make a lasting impact.”