lifestack MK Lightning are delighted to announce the return of Holiday Inn Milton Keynes Central as an Official Silver Sponsor for the 2026/27 season, continuing a successful partnership that has become an integral part of the club’s fan experience.

The Home of MK Lightning Watch Parties

Situated in the heart of Milton Keynes, Holiday Inn Milton Keynes Central has established itself as the home of MK Lightning’s away-game watch parties, providing supporters with the opportunity to come together, cheer on the team and enjoy the action live when Lightning are on the road.

Following the success of last season’s events, supporters can once again look forward to watch parties throughout the campaign (subject to streaming agreements), bringing the Lightning community together away from the rink in a fantastic atmosphere.

Exclusive Benefits for Lightning Supporters

Beyond the watch parties, Holiday Inn Milton Keynes Central continues to offer exclusive benefits for MK Lightning supporters, including discounted accommodation*, special game-day menus and meal deals, making it the ideal destination for fans travelling to Milton Keynes or looking to extend their matchnight experience.

Located just a short distance from Planet Ice Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes Central railway station and the city centre, the hotel is perfectly positioned for both home and visiting supporters. Guests can enjoy a wide range of facilities, including a restaurant, Open Lobby Bar and Lounge, swimming pool, gym, steam room and conference facilities, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable stay.

Everyone at MK Lightning would like to thank the team at Holiday Inn Milton Keynes Central for their continued support. We are excited to build on another successful year together and look forward to welcoming fans to watch parties, events and celebrations throughout the 2026/27 season.

📍 Holiday Inn Milton Keynes Central
📧 Email: [email protected]
📞 Phone: +44 1908 698500 and *QUOTE MK LIGHTNING for 10% off accommodation.
🌐 Website: https://www.ihg.com/holidayinn/hotels/gb/en/milton-keynes/mlkbk/hoteldetail

Nick and his family are hockey fanatics, so we were only too happy to welcome them onboard to support us this year.

Nick Pelosi Ltd serves Britain’s leading car dealerships with efficient car transport nationwide. Vehicle movements include dealer transfers, new car deliveries and port collections.

Their fleet of smart Mercedes-Benz trucks with uniformed, highly trained drivers makes sure the right cars are in the right place at the right time. 

You will see the striking orange brand of Nick Pelosi Ltd on the sleeve of this year’s jersey.

Thanks for the support!

Give them a call today on 01908 030000

lifestack Milton Keynes Lightning are delighted to announce the return of award-winning salon, Crawford Hair, as a Silver Sponsor for the 2026/27 season.

Based in Stony Stratford, Crawford Hair has become one of the most respected independent salons in the region. Led by the talented duo Ryan and Donna, alongside their dedicated team of stylists, the salon has built an outstanding reputation for delivering exceptional service, industry-leading expertise and an unwavering commitment to sustainability.

Known for its specialist hair colouring, precision cutting, balayage, hair extensions and luxury Japanese head spa treatments, Crawford Hair offers clients a premium salon experience in a welcoming and professional environment.

Open six days a week, with late-night appointments available four days a week, Crawford Hair offers flexibility for even the busiest schedules. Whether clients are looking for a simple refresh or a complete transformation, the salon’s experienced team is on hand to help them look and feel their best. In fact, many of the MK Lightning players trust Ryan and his team to keep them looking sharp before taking to the ice on game nights!

What really sets Crawford Hair apart is their strong eco-focus. They are 100% landfill-free, prioritising environmentally-friendly products and energy-efficient practices, making them a perfect partner for a club that values community and sustainability.

As part of their Silver Sponsorship, Crawford Hair will benefit from a prominent rink board at Planet Ice Milton Keynes alongside player sponsorship and jersey branding, providing excellent exposure to thousands of supporters throughout the season both in the arena and across the club’s digital and broadcast platforms.

Everyone at MK Lightning would like to thank Ryan, Donna and the entire Crawford Hair team for their continued support. We are proud to welcome them back to our growing family of sponsors and look forward to working together throughout the 2026/27 season.

🔗 Find out more about Crawford Hair and book your appointment:
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Thank you to Crawford Hair for your continued support – we’re proud to have you as part of the Lightning family! ⚡️

lifestack Milton Keynes Lightning are delighted to announce the return of JEBS Electrical & Building Services Limited as a Silver Sponsor for the 2026/27 season, marking a fourth consecutive year of support from the Leighton Buzzard-based company.

The continued partnership highlights the value of strong local business relationships and the important role they play in helping the club continue to grow both on and off the ice. As part of their sponsorship, JEBS branding will once again feature on the team’s jerseys and on rinkside advertising at Planet Ice Milton Keynes, providing visibility to thousands of supporters throughout the season, both in the arena and through the club’s broadcast platforms.

Based in Leighton Buzzard, JEBS Limited is a professional team of builders and fully qualified electrical engineers who deliver high-quality services to both residential and commercial clients. From home extensions and garage conversions, to kitchen and bathroom renovations, full electrical inspections, garden structures and more – JEBS can tackle almost any project, large or small.

Their contribution to the club extends far beyond sponsorship. During the 2025/26 season, Milton Keynes Lightning, in conjunction with Planet Ice, appointed JEBS to deliver one of the most ambitious infrastructure projects in the venue’s recent history. The project saw the construction of the new MKL TV gantry, which now houses the club’s streaming operation, media room, equipment room and dedicated MKL TV production suite. Alongside this, JEBS installed new large-format advertising screens complete with puck protection, further enhancing the teams commercial offering and matchnight presentation.

The development has significantly upgraded the fan experience both inside the arena and for supporters watching from home, providing a modern broadcast and media hub that will support the continued growth of MK Lightning for years to come. The quality of the finished project is a testament to JEBS’ expertise, professionalism and commitment to delivering high-quality solutions.

A huge thank you to Jeb, Ali and Jackson and the team at JEBS for their ongoing commitment to MK Lightning. We’re proud to have you as part of the Lightning family!

Contact details:

44 Chelsea Green, Leighton-Linslade, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 2PU, United Kingdom

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 07735028095

Website: Jebs Electrical and Building Services

Franklins Solicitors LLP, a leading and technologically advanced law firm with over 40 years of experience, is proud to announce their sponsorship of Toms Rutkis, Number 10 of the Milton Keynes Lightning Ice Hockey team, for the upcoming 2023/24 season. This marks Franklins Solicitors’ first year of partnership with MKL.

Established in 1982 by Michael Franklin and Keith Wyld, Franklins Solicitors has grown to become a well-respected firm with offices in both Central Milton Keynes and Northampton. With a team of over 100 dedicated professionals, Franklins stands out as one of the most highly quality-assured firms in the region. The firm has achieved prestigious accreditation to ISO 9001 and has been awarded the Law Society quality accreditation, Lexcel, highlighting their commitment to providing exceptional legal services.  They are a full service law firm with an Excellent rating on Trustpilot.

For more information, please visit https://www.franklins-sols.co.uk/

Milton Keynes Lightning are delighted to announce Nuffield Health Milton Keynes as the club’s new Official Gym Partner for the upcoming 2025/26 season.

Located in the heart of the city, Nuffield Health Milton Keynes boasts an extensive range of premium facilities designed to help members achieve their health and fitness goals. From a state-of-the-art gym floor and fully equipped swimming pool to a relaxing sauna and steam room, the venue offers a first-class environment for training, recovery, and wellbeing. Gym users can even enjoy the amazing view out onto the ski slopes of the Xscape while they work out – a truly unique fitness experience in Milton Keynes.

As part of this exciting partnership, MK Lightning players will be keeping fit, recovering, and recuperating at Nuffield Health – making the most of their excellent equipment, expert support, and welcoming atmosphere. Fans will also see the Nuffield Health branding proudly displayed on our barrier boards inside the rink throughout the season.

We would like to extend our sincere thanks to Nuffield Health Milton Keynes for their sponsorship and support. We’re excited to work closely together and look forward to seeing the benefits of this partnership both on and off the ice.

For more information about Nuffield Health Milton Keynes and their facilities, visit: https://www.nuffieldhealth.com/gyms/milton-keynes

The lifestack MK Lightning is delighted to announce Blakelands Hospital as a new sponsor of the club for the upcoming season, taking a barrier board at Planet Ice Milton Keynes.

Blakelands Hospital, part of Ramsay Health Care UK, is a purpose built day case hospital based in Milton Keynes. Established in 2006, the hospital specialises in day case surgery and outpatient care, treating patients across a wide range of specialties including general surgery, orthopaedics, ophthalmology, urology, gastroenterology, diagnostics and physiotherapy.

Procedures carried out at Blakelands range from:

• cataract surgery
• hernia repairs
• knee and shoulder arthroscopy
• carpal tunnel surgery
• urology procedures
• endoscopy

The hospital also offers on-site imaging services including X-ray and ultrasound.

Fans attending games at Planet Ice Milton Keynes will see the Blakelands Hospital board rink side throughout the season.

More information on Blakelands Hospital, to book an appointment or to see the treatments it offers is available at ramsayhealth.co.uk/hospitals/blakelands-hospital.

MK Lightning are delighted to announce the return of Synology as the Official Sponsor of the Home Penalty Box for the 2026/27 season, continuing the partnership into its second year.

As a global leader in data management and protection, Synology is trusted by millions of homes and businesses worldwide for its innovative technology solutions. Their continued support of MK Lightning reinforces a partnership built on shared values of performance, reliability and excellence.

Supporters will once again see Synology’s branding in one of the most prominent locations at Planet Ice Milton Keynes – the Home Penalty Box. Positioned at the heart of the action, it provides fantastic visibility while showcasing a brand renowned for delivering dependable performance when it matters most.

About Synology

Synology is a leading global provider of network-attached storage (NAS), IP surveillance, networking solutions and private cloud technologies. Powered by its award-winning DiskStation Manager (DSM) operating system, Synology enables users to centralise backups, securely manage data and build efficient private cloud environments for homes, businesses and enterprises alike.

Headquartered in Taiwan with a strong global presence, including here in the UK, Synology continues to lead the way in data management, helping customers safeguard their information with reliable, innovative technology.

Everyone at MK Lightning would like to thank Synology for their continued support. We’re proud to continue this partnership into a second season and look forward to seeing their brand back at the centre of the action throughout the 2026/27 campaign.

For more information about Synology and their range of products and solutions, visit:
www.synology.com

Coming soon

lifestack Milton Keynes Lightning are delighted to announce that Big Web Warehouse has become the official player sponsor of defenceman Kell Beattie for the 2026/27 season, adding this new business to the club’s growing family of partners.

Based in Peterborough, Big Web Warehouse is a family owned and run storage and order fulfilment company, established in 1999. Now in its 24th year of trading, the business operates six warehouses in Peterborough and provides a wide range of services including palletised storage, pick and pack, container handling, Amazon fulfilment, archive storage and HMRC approved bonded warehousing. The company prides itself on offering a personalised, flexible service, with every customer allocated their own dedicated account manager, and was recently named Family Business of the Year at the SME Cambridgeshire Awards 2024.

Milton Keynes Lightning would like to thank Jarred and the team at Big Web Warehouse for their support. Partnerships such as these are vital to the success of the club, and we are thrilled that supporters will now see the Big Web Warehouse logo proudly associated with #12 Kell Beattie as the team prepares for the new campaign.

To find out more about Big Web Warehouse and the services they offer, visit www.big-web-warehouse.co.uk.

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MK Lightning are Milton Keynes’ senior ice hockey club, competing in the National Ice Hockey League and playing most Saturday nights at Planet Ice Milton Keynes, MK9 1DL. Serving fans from across MK, Bedford, Northampton, Luton, and the wider East Midlands and South East – keep up to date with results, fixtures, tickets, and club news at www.mk-lightning.co.uk.

Headquartered in Warren, Michigan, Warrior Sports is renowned as a leading manufacturer of innovative, high-performance equipment, footwear, and apparel for lacrosse and hockey athletes of all ages and abilities. Established in 1992 by former champion lacrosse player David Morrow, Warrior Sports has solidified its position as a dominant force in the sports industry. The acquisition of Boston-based Brine Sporting Goods in 2007 further bolstered the brand’s influence in the lacrosse world.

Warrior will provide top-of-the-line on and off-ice equipment to enhance the performance of the MK Lightning team.