The success came ten years to the week since the now extinct Ilkeston FC also won promotion into the same division, beating Leek Town 2-0 at the New Manor Ground in the Division One South play-off final thanks to goals from Daryll Thomas and Matt Richards.
Here are some pictures from that day’s success.
1. Ilkeston FC win the 2012 play-off final
Jack Watts on the ball for the Robins. Photo: Brian Eyre
2. Ilkeston FC win the 2012 play-off final
Daryll Thomas gets a shot in. Photo: Brian Eyre
3. Ilkeston FC win the 2012 play-off final
Ilkeston threaten from a corner. Photo: Brian Eyre
4. Ilkeston FC win the 2012 play-off final
Matt Richards tussles for possession. Photo: Brian Eyre