Athena Wealth Planning On Board For SRFC Centenary Season!

Sevenoaks Rugby Club are excited to announce the renewal of its partnership with Athena Wealth Planning, who will continue as a key sponsor for the 2025/26 season. 

Athena Wealth Planning are a truly client-focused wealth planning firm, where your needs come first. They are proud to be an independent, locally based business serving the Sevenoaks area and the wider community. Athena place your needs and their shared values at the heart of everything they do.

Athena is a Chartered Financial Planning firm accredited by the Chartered Insurance Institute (CII). This prestigious designation reflects our commitment to the highest levels of ethics, professional standards, and client care.  We provide whole-of-market advice and personalised financial strategies to help you plan confidently for the future.

Please follow this link to their website for more information: Home - Athena Wealth Planning Athena Wealth Planning

Adam Bowman, Commercial Director at Sevenoaks RFC, has commented “Having Athena with us for our centenary season means a great deal. Their continued commitment to the club allows us to continue to grow the provisions for players and members. We can’t wait to see everyone from Athena down at The Paddock next season!”

Athena Wealth have said: 

“We are delighted to continue our partnership with Sevenoaks RFC in their centenary year. The club’s strong sense of community and inclusive approach to the game - welcoming players of all ages from minis and youth to vets – truly aligns with our values.

We look forward to our next visit to The Paddock and to cheering on the team throughout this milestone season!”

Rest In Peace Tim - Funeral Arrangements

We are deeply saddened to share the news that Tim Smith, former owner of Bat and Ball Sports, passed away on Friday evening. He was a great character and will be sorely missed.

Tim was a massive part of the Sevenoaks community, and particularly the SRFC community over the years. He supported so many families, players, and teams through Bat & Ball Sports, and was always a warm and familiar face. He will be truly missed by all who knew him.

Funeral service will be held on Tuesday 26th August at 2pm at St Thomas of Canterbury RC Church, Sevenoaks. Donations in lieu of flowers to The Motor Neurone Disease Association www.mndassociation.org/get-involved/donations

Pennard Vets Join the Sevenoaks RFC Family!

We are very excited to share that Pennard Vets have become a sponsor of Sevenoaks RFC. Pennard Vets are the world's largest employee-owned vet group. Their practices in Sevenoaks, Borough Green, Maidstone, Langley Park, Allington, Tonbridge and West Malling are committed to going above and beyond to provide the best care possible for your pets. 

 To find out more about the fantastic care they offer to local pets, please follow the link below.

www.pennardvets.com/

Adam Bowman, Commercial Director at Sevenoaks RFC, has commented "We are proud to partner with Pennard Vets, a clinic that provides the very best care to animals within the local community. We are very much looking forward to having Pennard Vets onboard for our centenary season!"

Pennard Vets have said: “Our team are proud of our communities and our place within them, and sponsoring Sevenoaks RFC is a great way of putting this into practice. We hope to make as big of an impact for local pet owners as Sevenoaks RFC tacklers do on opposition ball carriers throughout their centenary year and beyond!"

Become a Sponsor of Sevenoaks Rugby Club Today!

Be Part of Our Team!💛💙

Sevenoaks Rugby Club invites you to be a part of our thriving community by becoming a valued Sponsor & Partner for Season 2025/26. Align your brand with the values of the club and take advantage of the opportunities to enhance your brand visibility and connect with passionate members, supporters, and other local businesses.

Our sponsorship packages offer a range of exciting opportunities to showcase your business and engage with over 2000+ members, wider supporters, and local & national businesses!

Sponsorship Packages Include:

• Match Day Advertising: Display your brand to a captive audience during our exciting national league matches.

• Match Day Sponsorships & Lunches: Engage with the community while enjoying a national league game and a delicious 3 course meal.

• Women's 1XV Match Highlights Sponsorship: Title rights to our Match Highlight videos which includes your branding across our internal and external channels.

• Mighty Oaks Holiday Camp Sponsorship: Title rights to our hugely successful children's multi sport holiday camps.

• Community Outreach Programme Promotion: Sponsor our outreach programme benefitting the wider Sevenoaks Community through targeted coaching and support to primary and secondary schools.

• Clubhouse Advertising: Feature your brand in our bustling clubhouse, a hub for players, coaches, parents, supporters!

• Newsletter Promotion: Reach our dedicated members with tailored promotions in our weekly newsletters, which achieve a 50% open rate.

• Social Media Promotion: Amplify your reach through our active social media platforms. Over 4500 followers on Instagram!

• Business Breakfasts: Network with local businesses at exclusive events throughout the season.

• Sponsor & Partners dinner: Network and build relationships with all SRFC partners over a delicious 3 course dinner.

• Event Hosting Opportunities: Run your own branded events at our club to engage directly with the SRFC community.

• Clubhouse Hire: Take advantage of our brilliant venue (with parking), catering & bar services, for your own business events - Summer/Xmas parties, Sports Day, Quarterly Business events etc!

Why Partner with Sevenoaks Rugby Club?

• Boost Your Brand Visibility and awareness: Our community of rugby enthusiasts will see your brand regularly.

• Engage with the Community: Show your support for local sports and community initiatives.

• Network with Local Businesses: Build valuable connections with other sponsors, partners, and club members.

• Promote Corporate Social Responsibility: Demonstrate your commitment to supporting community and sports development.

Are you interested?

To discover more about our sponsorship packages and to start your partnership with Sevenoaks Rugby Club, contact us today!

Adam Bowman - Director of Rugby

Contact Us

Email: coachajbowman@gmail.com

Website | Sponsorship Packages: https://sevenoaksrugby.com/sponsors-partners

Rest In Peace Tim

We are deeply saddened to share the news that Tim Smith, former owner of Bat and Ball Sports, passed away on Friday evening. He was a great character and will be sorely missed.

Tim was a massive part of the Sevenoaks community, and particularly the SRFC community over the years. He supported so many families, players, and teams through Bat & Ball Sports, and was always a warm and familiar face. He will be truly missed by all who knew him.

Don't Miss Out On Centenary Ball Tickets!✨🪩

🚨Just over one month to go!🚨

Raise a glass to 100 years of Sevenoaks RFC at The Mighty Oaks Centenary Ball - an unforgettable evening awaits!🥂

🗓️ When: Saturday 6th September 2025
⏰ Time: 19:00 - late
📍Where: The Paddock, Sevenoaks Rugby Club
 👗Dress Code: Black Tie
 🍴Food: Tickets include a delicious 3-course sit down meal
 🎵 Music: The incredible Soul Reason will be playing live music throughout the night

With just over one month left to go, now is your chance to secure your tickets for one of the best events of the year. Let’s make it a night to remember! 💙💛

Over two thirds of tickets have SOLD OUT - so don’t miss out, buy your tickets using the link below:

BOOK TICKETS HERE

Saturday Spin Sessions with Mark Ridout🚴💙💛

Over the past three weeks the Senior Men’s Team have been taking part in spin classes on Saturday mornings led by Mark Ridout, who has been pushing them through some tough preseason sessions at Nizels.

Although the sessions have been hard work, everyone is now feeling more prepared and eager to continue building their fitness and pushing forward, as we gear up for the season ahead.

We would like to share our thanks with Mark Ridout for taking the sessions, and motivating the players to give it everything they’ve got! Up the Oaks!

Redwing Coaches On The Road with Sevenoaks RFC For Another Season!🚌

We are delighted to continue travelling in comfort and style thanks to Redwing Coaches. Over the past year, Redwing has provided top-quality coaches for all of our Men’s 1XV & 2XV away fixtures, ensuring the squad arrives relaxed and ready to play! Their service has been great, and we are excited to be working with them again for the upcoming season.

A huge thank you to everyone at Redwing for their continued support.

Need to book a coach trip? Please get in contact with Emily at Sevenoaks RFC, who will be happy to connect you with Redwing (srfc.operations@gmail.com)

Media Night 📸

Last night we held a Media Night for the Senior Men’s Squad - it was a brilliant evening! With 60 players photographed, it was a busy one, but the excitement and energy levels were high.

A huge thank you to Hils for her incredible effort behind the lens - photographing that many players in one evening is no small task and she smashed it!

We can’t wait to share the final shots with you all soon. Stay tuned!

2025/26 Dates For Your Diary

Save the date!

This upcoming season we have more themed lunches and events than ever before!

2025/26 Centenary Celebrations:

Help us to continue the Centenary Celebrations in style! Dates, venues, and times will be confirmed shortly… watch this space!

• Saturday 6th September - Centenary Ball - BOOK HERE

• TBC - Centenary City Lunch Part 2

• TBC - Centenary Clay Shooting Day

• TBC - Centenary Golf Day Part 2

2025/26 Themed Lunches:

If you would like to join us for any of the below lunches, please do book your space online. For Ladies Day, St Patrick’s Day, and Christmas Carols if you can’t make the lunch … why not stay for the post-game celebrations!

• Saturday 20th September - Celebrating the Women’s Rugby World Cup - BOOK HERE

• Saturday 4th October - Supporting the Looseheadz charity - BOOK HERE

• Saturday 18th October - Celebrating Oktoberfest - BOOK HERE

• Saturday 8th November - Remembrance Lunch - BOOK HERE

• Saturday 22nd November - VPs Lunch - BOOK HERE

• Saturday 20th December - Christmas Carols - BOOK HERE

• Saturday 31st January - Past Player’s Lunch - BOOK HERE

• Saturday 21st February - Ladies Day - BOOK HERE

• Saturday 14th March - St Patricks Day - BOOK HERE

• Saturday 25th April - Oaks on The Beach - Season Finale - BOOK HERE

2025/26 Business Breakfasts:

Join us for the first Business Breakfast of the season in September - dates for future Business Breakfasts will be shared in due course.

• Friday 12th September - Mighty Oaks Business Breakfast

Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to get in contact on srfc.operations@gmail.com

Men's 1XV Fixtures 2025/26

2025/26 1XV National League 2 East Fixtures:

We can’t wait for another year of National League Rugby!

The boys have been working hard over preseason so far, and are looking forward to travelling to Esher RFC for our first game of the season on the 6th September.

Let’s go!

Women's 1XV Fixtures 2025/26

The 2025/26 NC2 Southeast fixtures are here, and we are ready for the competition and the journey this season will bring.

Let’s make this season another one to remember!

A Picnic At The Paddock🌸✨

Yesterday, The Mum Club Sevenoaks hosted a beautiful picnic at The Paddock which brought together 25 mums and their babies for a morning filled with laughter and fun!

The balcony was beautifully decorated with pink balloons and plenty of picnic blankets, setting the perfect atmosphere for a picnic! There were lots of snacks and drinks to keep everyone refreshed - from iced coffees to Shloer! It certainly was a great event!

Want to know more about The Mum Club? Check out their Instagram: @themumclubsevenoaks

If you would be interested in hiring out this space, or hosting an event in The Clubhouse, please contact Donna Swallow (Clubhouse Manager) on srfc.clubhouse@gmail.com

Senior Men's Preseason Fixtures🗓️

For those who don’t want to wait until the season proper for their fill of rugby, here are your pre season Senior Squad fixtures!

To give the boys the best prep possible, three fixtures have been lined up against oppositions from years gone by:

16/08/2025
CS Stags (AWAY @ CS Stags - W4 2SH)

23/08/2025
North Walsham (AWAY @ Dartford RFC - DA2 6PD)

30/08/2025
Wimbledon (AWAY @ Wimbledon RFC - SW20 0ET)

We’d love to see some of you there if you can make it!

Clubhouse Preparations

Preparations are well underway in the clubhouse as we look ahead to the start of the new season.

A huge thank you to Donna and Nick, who have put in a fantastic effort this week to ensure our floors are in top-notch condition. Between them, they’ve cleaned and varnished the clubhouse’s floors, and the results speak for themselves - the floors look absolutely amazing!

We would also like to give a special shoutout to the Monday Morning Club, whose continued hard work behind the scenes keeps the clubhouse maintained and ready for use by members - thank you!

We can’t wait for you all to see the newly varnished floors at the Lions viewing live in the clubhouse tomorrow! See you there!

Senior Men's Squad Open Training Session 💙💛

Join us on Wednesday 27th August for an exclusive look at the Senior Men's Squad in action at The Paddock!

- Watch the squad train up close
- Grab a drink in The Clubhouse
- Chat with the players about the season ahead

Let us know if you will be attending by confirming via Spond

- Sevenoaks RFC - TN13 3RP
- Clubhouse Open - 18:30
- Training Kicks Off - 19:15

We Are Hiring: Clubhouse Staff

This is your chance to be part of a great vibrant team, working weekends in our busy clubhouse. The role includes working in a fast paced, customer focused environment carrying out both kitchen and bar duties.

Role: Clubhouse Staff

Overall purpose: We are looking for Clubhouse Staff who wish to become a key part of the Clubhouse team

Availability: Must be able to work on weekends

Responsibilities: We are looking for someone who can work in a fast paced, customer focused environment carrying out both kitchen and bar duties.

Experience & Skills: We are looking for helpful, friendly and enthusiastic individuals who are always willing to learn. This role is customer focused so we would be looking for someone with a positive attitude and a friendly approach.

Pay: Competitive rates of pay are available.

If you are interested in becoming a key part of the Clubhouse team please get in contact with our Clubhouse Manager, Donna Swallow to find out more information. Please contact Donna on srfc.clubhouse@gmail.com

Women's Rugby World Cup - Opening Game Viewing!

We are planning to show the opening game of the Women's Rugby World Cup - live in the clubhouse! 

England vs. USA

Where: Sevenoaks RFC Clubhouse

When: Friday 22nd August 

Clubhouse Open From: 18:30 

Kick Off: 19:30 

To help us plan ahead, please confirm your attendance via Spond. We will only go ahead with this event if there is enough interest, so please let us know via Spond if you are keen to watch. 

Exciting News: Adam Bowman Extends His Contract at Sevenoaks RFC

We are excited to announce that Adam Bowman will be continuing in his role as Director of Rugby (DOR) and Commercial Director, at Sevenoaks Rugby Football Club. 

This decision marks a significant milestone in Adam's coaching journey with the club, which has spanned over nearly two decades. 

Adam's Journey at SRFC:

Adam's coaching association with the club dates back to 2007, when he started coaching the academy and later took on the role as Academy Head Coach. He then made the progression to Assistant Coach working with the Senior Men's Squad, prior to him stepping up into the role of Senior Men's Head Coach. 

Under Adam's leadership the Senior Men's Squad has seen tremendous progress, involving an impressive three promotions at 1st XV level, including the club's historic ascent into the National Leagues.

In 2020, Adam took on the additional responsibility of Director of Rugby, a role which oversees all rugby operations at the club - from our mini and youth sections to the senior men's and women's squads. Furthermore, in 2022, Adam began making substantial strides in growing the club's commercial portfolio in the role of Commercial Director. 

Reflecting on his extension, Adam has expressed his excitement and commitment to the club's continued growth: 

"I am delighted to be extending my role at the club I love. My focus will remain on continuing to grow provisions for our girls, boys, women's and men's teams and ensuring we provide an environment where talent can thrive across the board. I look forward to the opportunities ahead to work with everyone at SRFC and continue our progress both on and off the field, and within the wider community"

SRFC's co-chairs Fitzy and Tetley have shared: "We are delighted to have agreed a new contract with Adam, who is such an important leader of our rugby and commercial offerings at the club, taking us into our centenary year and beyond."

Moore Kingston Smith Extend Their Sponsorship with SRFC!

We are thrilled to announce that Moore Kingston Smith have renewed their sponsorship with Sevenoaks RFC!

Moore Kingston Smith are one of the largest accountancy firms in the South-East and focus on providing specialist advice to owner-manager and founder-led businesses. They provide a comprehensive suite of compliance, outsourcing and advisory services tailored to the needs of small and medium sized businesses including audit, tax and corporate finance.  Their teams deliver quality results locally and internationally and operate across all sectors.

Adam Bowman, Commercial Director at Sevenoaks RFC, has shared "We are very pleased to have Moore Kingston Smith onboard for another year! Their commitment to the club over the years has been very much appreciated and we look forward to continuing our sponsorship going into the 2025/26 season."