D Croft & Son Limited appointed to deliver the club’s first-ever permanent training and operations base, marking a major milestone for both team and town

D Croft & Son Limited, a respected family-run building contractor based in Mirfield, has been appointed to lead the construction of a brand-new permanent training and operational facility for Huddersfield’s professional rugby league team.

The appointment marks a significant milestone for the club, which has never previously had a permanent base, and for the long-established local construction firm, whose role on the project has rapidly expanded.

Originally engaged to deliver infrastructure works and specialist groundworks, D Croft & Son quickly earned the confidence of project stakeholders through their professionalism, attention to detail and consistently high standards.

As a result, the company has now been entrusted with full responsibility for managing the project through to completion, with the new facility scheduled to be finished in mid-February.

A First Permanent Home for Huddersfield Rugby League

The development represents a defining moment in the club’s history. For the first time, players and staff will benefit from a dedicated, purpose-built training and operational home, a step many are already describing as historic for rugby league in the Huddersfield area.

The new facility is expected to play a crucial role in supporting the club’s long-term ambitions, providing modern infrastructure designed to raise standards on and off the pitch.

Work is already underway on the new facility

A Full-Circle Moment for Project Lead

For John Croft, Director at D Croft & Son Limited, the project carries particular personal significance. As a young man, Croft spent a season with Huddersfield, making his involvement in the creation of the club’s first permanent base a powerful full-circle moment.

He said: “This new training facility is more than an upgrade – it’s a launchpad for what comes next.

We’re creating a space built for progress, ambition, and possibility. With this facility, we’re unlocking new potential, pushing standards higher, and setting the stage for the next generation to train, grow, and lead the future.”

A Trusted Name in Regional Construction

Founded in Mirfield, D Croft & Son Limited is a well-established family-run contractor with decades of experience delivering high-quality construction projects across Yorkshire and the wider region.

The company specialises in home extensions, new-build developments, commercial groundworks and internal refurbishment schemes, working closely with clients from initial consultation through to completion.

The business is widely recognised for its commitment to quality, safety and customer satisfaction, holding accreditations from Constructionline, CHAS and the NHBC, reinforcing its reputation as a trusted and professional contractor.

Investing in the Future of Huddersfield

Beyond its technical scope, the project highlights the importance of local partnerships and community investment. With completion targeted for mid-February, the new facility is expected to become a central hub for the club’s future success and a lasting source of pride for Huddersfield and the surrounding area.