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.
9. Ilkeston FC win the 2012 play-off final
Daryll Thomas slams home the second goal. Photo: Brian Eyre
10. Ilkeston FC win the 2012 play-off final
Daryll Thomas celebrates after scoring. Photo: Brian Eyre
11. Ilkeston FC win the 2012 play-off final
Ilkeston players celebrate scoring. Photo: Brian Eyre
12. Ilkeston FC win the 2012 play-off final
Daryll Thomas is mobbed by team-mates. Photo: Brian Eyre