Stevenage Packaging Supports the Autobiography Launch of Roland Butcher
Stevenage Packaging were honoured to attend the autobiography launch of Roland Butcher, a Stevenage cricketing hero and the first from the town to play for England. Roland Butcher’s book launch event took place on 14th May 2025, and was attended by Stevenage Packaging’s founder, Rob Stewart, as well as a number of cricketing legends and notable dignitaries.
The launch event for Roland’s autobiography, Breaking Barriers – Barbados to England… and back, was a landmark night, celebrating the sharing of his remarkable and inspiring life story. Showcasing hard work, determination and recognition of talent can help anyone achieve their goals, Roland’s autobiography details his journey from local pitches in Barbados to becoming the first black man to play test cricket for England. A true inspiration to future generations of cricketers, Roland delves into his challenges with adversity and experiences of success and jubilation, as well as granting readers behind-the-scenes insights into his time at Middlesex County Cricket Club. A hero of both Barbados and England alike, Roland’s celebration of his heritage shines through in the book.
Stevenage Packaging have long been a supporter of Roland, and are thrilled to see his journey shared with everyone to help inspire the next generation of cricketers and sportspeople, both in Stevenage and around the world. Stevenage Packaging’s continued support for the Stevenage Community Trust, among other important initiatives, enables thousands of young people to develop and grow within a safer, brighter and better-facilitated Stevenage. Roland Butcher moved to Stevenage at the age of 14 where for 7 years he was supported and nurtured, before moving on to reach his full potential at Middlesex County Cricket Club. Stevenage Packaging will long continue to champion legends like Roland, who showcase how the people and resources of Stevenage can help young people overcome adversity to achieve their dreams and realise their potential.
The release of Roland’s autobiography in the United Kingdom is a watershed moment for English cricket. With forewords from cricketing greats such as Sir Clive Lloyd CBE and Lord Ian Bowtham, you are reminded that this book not only recounts the hardships of Roland’s journey, but the incredible career of a truly special cricketing talent. The launch event for Roland’s book was attended by some of the top names in cricket, as well as a number of Roland’s high-profile supporters and friends.
If you would like to purchase a copy of Roland Butcher’s autobiography, Breaking Barriers – Barbados to England… and back, please visit https://www.rolandbutcher.co.uk/.
