Aztech Onboard For Another Year! 🧡

We are delighted to share that Aztech have renewed their sponsorship with Sevenoaks RFC for another year!

Aztech are tree experts based in Sevenoaks, Kent – covering the Home Counties and London. They specialise in Arboriculture (Tree surgery), Forestry, Consultancy and Horticulture…providing members with the highest quality service for your rural and urban outdoor spaces.

Adam Bowman, Commercial Director at Sevenoaks Rugby Club, has said “We are incredibly grateful to Aztech for renewing their sponsorship with us. Their support plays a key role in helping the club grow both on and off the pitch. We can’t wait to see Adam Ashworth and the team down at The Paddock cheering on the boys throughout the 2025/26 season!”

Adam Ashworth has commented: “It’s great to be able to support the club, it’s a proper community based rugby club sticking to its core values, exactly how it should be! Seeing all senior sides develop and improve is fantastic and we wish all players another successful 25/26 season. Up the Oaks.”

Kick-Off BBQ: A Fantastic Start to the Season for Our Senior Men's Squad

Last night, we hosted a kick-off BBQ meeting, at the club, for our Senior Men’s Squad.

It was great to see so many familiar faces returning for another season, along with a mix of new joiners and those who have returned from University.

It was a fantastic atmosphere at the club where we discussed the upcoming season and of course enjoyed some delicious food!

Looking ahead, we are excited to start our on-field training this Wednesday. Stay tuned for more updates on our pre-season.

Get Your Centenary Ball Tickets Before It's Too Late!

We have already sold over half of the tickets available for this years Centenary Ball. With tables selling fast, now is the perfect time to secure your seat!

Don’t miss out - join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating 100 years of Sevenoaks RFC at our Mighty Oaks Centenary Ball!

 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

Don’t delay - book your table now! Follow the link below to purchase your table or single tickets via our website: Mighty Oaks Centenary Ball — Sevenoaks Rugby

We cant wait to celebrate with everyone at what promises to be a fantastic evening at the club.

Warners Solicitors Extends Their Partnership

Sevenoaks Rugby Club are excited to announce that Warners Solicitors have extended their partnership.

Warners Solicitors, based in Tonbridge and Sevenoaks, are a leading full-service law firm offering specialist legal advice on a range of matters to individuals and businesses.  

Sevenoaks Rugby Club Commercial Director Adam Bowman commented: "We are delighted to have Warners Solicitors on board for another two years, who continue to play a significant role in growing our playing & support services for men, women, girls and boys across the club. Their continued commitment and support is very much appreciated."

Andrew Hawkins, Partner at Warners Solicitors, said: “We are delighted to be continuing our support for Sevenoaks Rugby Club. As a local firm, we see great value in supporting community organisations that bring people together and have a positive impact. The club does fantastic work promoting sport and teamwork at all levels, and we’re proud to be part of that journey.”

County Championship Final 2025 - Congratulations Sam Begbie!🏅

Congratulations to Sam Begbie who represented Kent at Saturday’s Bill Beaumont County Championship Division 1 Final hosted at Twickenham.

It was a hard fought game which ended with Kent securing the victory in a 39-32 point win over Yorkshire, making it the 3rd consecutive year that Kent have lifted the trophy. Sam came off the bench in the second half and had a positive impact on the game.

For the full match report, please click here: Tonbridge Juddians' Evans kicks 24 points as Kent complete historic 'three-peat' - National League Rugby

Congratulations to Sam on his performance and the outstanding achievement of playing at Twickenham. We look forward to seeing you play at The Paddock next season!

Senior Women's Tour 2025🏉🪿💪

Last weekend, the senior women’s squad headed to Harpenden 7s for their end-of-season-tour… and what a way to round off the season!

The summer tour to Harpenden 7s was packed with laughter, banter, and unforgettable memories. While we are definitely not a 7s team, last weekend was never just about the rugby — it was about bonding, having fun, and making memories together as a squad.

We would like to say huge thank you to Kelly, Emma, Lib, and Clare for pulling it all together — absolute legends!

Now it’s eyes on the 25/26 season as we prep the squad for our two league campaigns. The Goose Tour was a massive success — here’s to building on it and going even bigger next year!

New Zealand Ambassadors XV - Congratulations Ethan Jones!

We would like to share our congratulations with Ethan Jones, who was selected to represent the New Zealand Ambassadors XV in their match against the Czech Republic national team on Wednesday evening in Prague.

The game was held at a very hot and sunny RC Tatra Smichov, where a great crowd and lively atmosphere made the day even more special. The match itself was an entertaining contest, with both sides playing some great rugby. The NZ Ambassadors came away with a 18-33 point victory. Ethan played the full 80 minutes and put in a great performance, which saw him awarded with Player of the Day!

It truly was a very special and fantastic occasion, which was also enjoyed by former Mighty Oak, Ian Burmeister who had the honour of captaining the NZ Ambassadors side. Congratulations Ian!

SRFC are vey proud of Ethan and Ian’s achievement and look forward to having Ethan with us for another season of National League Rugby!

Celebrating Our Valued Volunteers - Congratulations Glenn, Grant & Greg

We are excited to share that three of our dedicated volunteers, Glenn Waltham, Grant Scandling, and Greg Gorrill, have each been presented with a Valued Volunteer Award as part of the RFU and Honda Volunteer Recognition Programme.

The Honda Volunteer awards look to celebrate people that volunteer across rugby clubs who go above and beyond to create positive experiences within their clubs. Glenn, Grant and Greg truly reflect what it means to volunteer at a community rugby club, and we are thrilled to see their efforts acknowledged in this way.

We would like to share some information about what they do for our club:

Glenn Waltham (1XV 4th Official):

• Glenn shows up to every single National League home game without fail. He makes sure all the team sheets are printed, the match card is filled out correctly, and completes GMS post game. He also ensures all substitutions throughout the game are managed correctly.

• Prior to his time as 4th Official, Glenn used to run the line for the first team!

Grant Scandling (1XV Women’s Head Coach)

• Grant has been instrumental in the growth of the Women’s side at Sevenoaks. His commitment and determination played a huge part in the introduction of our Women’s 2XV. He is a trusted coach and offers support and guidance to everyone involved.

• Grant also acts as a referee, linesman, and assists Glenn in the 4th Official role at the Men’s 1XV games. His dedication to these roles makes sure junior and senior fixtures proceed smoothly across the club.

• In addition to the above Grant helps lead the ‘Rugby Project’ which has raised plenty of funds for The Wooden Spoon Charity.

Greg Gorrill (Communications, PR & Media Manager)

• Greg sits on the committee and runs the social media team at the club… even though he lives 60 miles away! Greg has always been a big part of the club. Previous to his current role he used to coach for the U6’s all the way through to the U15’s.

• Every week without fail Greg shares valuable club information with members. Whether that be via the weekly newsletter or on our social media, Greg keeps everyone informed of the goings on! It is great to have Greg managing the constant flow of information coming in from 5 senior teams, 20+ junior teams, and all the events and lunches!

Thank You to All Our Volunteers:

While we are celebrating Glenn, Grant and Greg today, we also want to take this opportunity to say a huge thank you to all the volunteers at our club. We truly appreciate and value everything you do.

August Holiday Camps!

Summer Fun Awaits - Join Our Multi-Sport Holiday Camps!

We are excited to announce that our multi-sport holiday camps are back this summer! Whether your child is passionate about rugby, loves multi-sport games, or just wants an action-packed week of fun, our holiday camps have something for everyone.

Camp Dates:

Week 1: Monday 11th August - Friday 15th August

Week 2: Monday 18th August - Friday 22nd August

Need Flexibility?

We offer early-drop-off and late pick-up options for every day of the holiday camps

Where?

Holiday camps are held at Sevenoaks RFC, TN13 3RP

Who can attend?

Our holiday camps are open to U7’s-U14’s (Year 2 to Year 9). Boys and girls are welcome

Book your space via our website, using the link below:

August Holiday Camps 2025 — Sevenoaks Rugby

Moonlight Walkers Shine Bright for Hospice in the Weald!

Last Saturday, Hospice in the Weald hosted their annual Moonlight Walk, which started and finished at the Sevenoaks RFC Clubhouse. 

Over £60,000 was raised to support the vital work of the hospice thanks to the hundreds of participants who took on the 4-mile, 8-mile, or 13 mile walks through the beautiful surroundings of Knole Park and Sevenoaks. It was great to have performances from The Rock Choir and light performers throughout the event which went towards creating an amazing atmosphere.

It was great to see friends and family coming together to remember loved ones. A huge congratulations to everyone who took part, and to Hospice in the Weald for hosting such a successful event! 

We can't wait to do it all again next year!

Player & Staff Sponsorship

As we look ahead to the 2025/26 season, we are inviting individuals and local businesses to sponsor our Senior Women's and Men’s players or staff members💪🏉

What does Men’s player/staff sponsorship include:

✅Your name and/or logo will be shown alongside your chosen player or staff member on the club website

✅You will be listed on our matchday programmes during the season

✅We will include your name, or business name, in our Senior Men's team sheets shared on social media

✅You will get a 'shout out' in our social media sponsor spotlights

✅If your player scores a try, your name and/or business logo will be included in the try scorer announcements on Instagram and Facebook!

What does Women’s player/staff sponsorship include?

✅Your name and/or logo will be shown alongside your chosen player or staff member on the club website

✅We will include your name, or business name, in our Senior Women's team sheets shared on social media

✅You will get a 'shout out' in our social media sponsor spotlights

Whether you are backing a friend, showing your support for a family member, or representing your business, we would love for you to join us as a sponsor this season! 💙💛

If you would like find out more information, or see who is still available to sponsor, please do get in contact on srfc.operations@gmail.com or coachajbowman@gmail.com

Welcome Amber!🏉💙💛

We are pleased to formally welcome Amber to our medical team for the upcoming 2025/26 season. Amber will primarily be supporting our Sunday fixtures, to provide expert physiotherapy and injury management to members throughout the season.

Harry Holder, Head of Medical, has commented: “We are excited to welcome another experienced physiotherapist to our team to support our growing playing provision”

Adam Bowman, Director of Rugby, added: “We are delighted to welcome Amber to our Medical Team. At Sevenoaks RFC, we pride ourselves on delivering the very best medical care to our members, and her addition reflects our commitment to strengthening and growing our medical provision across the club”

Please join us in welcoming Amber to the SRFC family!

A Successful Day at the Sevenoaks Business Show!

We had a fantastic time at the Sevenoaks Business Show today, connecting with so many local businesses and members of the Sevenoaks community. It was a great opportunity to showcase what our club is all about and to share the exciting opportunities we offer across all age groups and teams.

We had some great conversations throughout the day - from parents interested in our Mini and Youth Sections, to those keen to learn more about our Girls and Boys Academy, as well as our Senior Men’s and Women’s teams.

It was also a pleasure to bump into some of our current sponsors at the event! A big thank you to CHS Networks, Warners, and Birketts for your continued support - it is great to have you on board. We would also like to thank Sevenoaks Town Council and specifically Mike Reid for organising a great day.

If you are interested in joining our team, either by playing for us or becoming a sponsor, we would love to hear from you! Please contact us on srfc.operations@gmail.com to find out more information.

SRFC to attend the Sevenoaks Business Show!

We are excited to be attending the Sevenoaks Business show this Friday!

We are looking forward to meeting and speaking with members of the community, and other local businesses and sharing all the exciting developments happening at the club!

Please do come and say hi! We can’t wait to see you there.

Where: Bat & Ball Centre

When: Friday 13th June

Time: 10am-2pm

For more information, or to view the other businesses that will be attending, please do view the event programme here: https://heyzine.com/flip-book/d81225a784.html

The New Beacon Welcomes Former Pupils Back for 125th Anniversary Alumni Celebration

As part of its ongoing 125th Anniversary celebrations, The New Beacon welcomed back former pupils for a special alumni event on Saturday, 7th June.

“Old Beaconians” returned to the school to reconnect with old friends, share stories, and reflect on their time at The New Beacon. Everyone enjoyed browsing through archives of old photographs and memorabilia, offering a glimpse into the school’s long and rich history.

Guests who attended The New Beacon from the 1950’s right up to the 2020’s, were given tours by staff and Year 8 New Beacon boys, exploring the updated facilities — what a change for them to see! This glimpse into The New Beacon’s ongoing evolution highlights how the school continues to inspire today’s pupils.

Head Sarah Brownsdon commented, “This milestone year is about celebrating the spirit of The New Beacon – its heritage, its community and its ongoing commitment to excellence in education. Welcoming back so many Old Beaconians was a true highlight.”

The New Beacon continues to mark its 125th anniversary throughout 2025 with a programme of events and initiatives, honouring the school’s rich history and looking ahead to its future.

🚨 Sevenoaks RFC Academy are Recruiting!🚨

Looking to take your rugby to the next level? Join a club with real pathway success!  

At Sevenoaks RFC, the connection between our academy and senior teams are stronger than ever. Many of our 1XV and 2XV players and coaches are actively involved within the academy, ensuring seamless transitions to National League rugby.  

•  13 out of 20 in our 1XV matchday squad have come through the academy programme on average

•  14 academy debutants in the 1XV level since 21/22

•  3 academy players played senior rugby at 1XV & 2XV level in 24/25

This is your chance to make your mark and join a thriving, supportive rugby community!  

If you are interested in joining the Sevenoaks RFC Academy Programme please contact Mark Reay, our new Head of Academy Boys Rugby, on srfc.academyrugby@gmail.com.

To view the full academy highlight video, please click here: Academy Boys Rugby - Recruitment Season 2025/26 

Sevenoaks RFC Adults Touch Rugby 🏉💪

Join us for some touch rugby in the Otford sunshine this summer at SRFC’s Adult Touch Rugby. All skill levels are welcome.

Exercise - Sunshine - Beers

Where - Otford Recreation Ground
When - Wednesday evenings, 8pm
Who can take part - over 18s only, men and women both welcome
Who to contact - James Mitchell 07973 618407

We look forward to you joining us for a summer of touch rugby!

Please note these adult touch rugby sessions will run alongside the women’s and girls touch rugby sessions on Tuesdays.

SRFC Centenary Golf Day - A Swinging Success! ⛳️🏌️‍♂️

Yesterday, we continued the celebrations for our centenary year in style, with the clubs first ever Golf Day held at Sweetwoods Golf Club.

The event started with players fuelling up on bacon rolls and tea and coffee, before heading out to the fairways to tee off. Everyone played 18 holes and participated in various fun-filled competitions including Nearest to the Pin and Furthest Drive.

Upon collecting in the scorecards to work out the winners, it was discovered that we had a draw! After deliberations with SRFC’s resident golfers, Ben Adams and Simon Tree, we decided the only way to settle who would take home the trophy was a putt off!

After an exhilarating putt off, we were thrilled to announce the winners, following a delicious buffet and a quick game of heads and tails! Please see below for who we crowned champions of the SRFC Centenary Golf Day:

Overall Winning Team of the SRFC Centenary Golf Day 2025: Michael Wooldridge, Roger McKerlie, Trevor Nicholson, Phil Hamilton

Nearest to the Pin Winner 2025: Adam Suttill

Furthest Drive Winner 2025: Josh Baldock

The overall winning team were awarded the Lee Adamson Trophy, which was first introduced at the Oaks Golf Society in 2020 to represent togetherness created through difficult times, the rugby club that brings us together, and most importantly a tribute to Lee Adamson - forever a mighty oak.

Reflecting on the day’s success, Adam Bowman - Director of Rugby, shared the following words:

“We were delighted to welcome so many to our first ever golf day at Sweetwoods Golf Club. It has been a great day and a fantastic way to continue the celebrations for our centenary year. Thank you to everyone who attended, and we can’t wait to hopefully see you all when we do it again next year!”

We look forward to continuing our celebrations for our centenary year at the Centenary Ball, which will be held on Saturday 6th September at The Paddock. Tickets are selling well across all sections of the club, so don’t miss out and book your tickets HERE!

Team Photos:

Update From Sponsors: The New Beacon School

The New Beacon School, are excited to share some details about their upcoming Nursery Stay & Play Open Morning.

When: Saturday 21st June

Time: 09:30-10:30

Book your space: www.newbeacon.org.uk

This is a fantastic opportunity to explore their welcoming and dynamic learning environment and to get a first-hand look at the exceptional early years education they offer.

!! Attention to all The New Beacon School Alumni !!

The New Beacon School is proud to announce a landmark event in its history—an alumni reunion to mark 125 years of education, community and tradition in Sevenoaks.

Taking place on Saturday, 7 June from 10.30am to 12.00pm, the event will bring together former pupils and staff for a morning of celebration, reflection and reconnection. The reunion is a key part of the school’s 125th anniversary year and offers a chance to honour The New Beacon’s enduring legacy while looking ahead to the future.

The gathering will provide alumni with the opportunity to revisit the school, reconnect with old friends, share memories and celebrate the part The New Beacon has played in so many lives over the past 125 years.

All former pupils are warmly invited to attend this special occasion. To confirm attendance, guests are kindly asked to contact The New Beacon School before attending.

The New Beacon looks forward to welcoming its alumni community back to school and to celebrating this important milestone together.

Kent County Annual Awards Dinner 2025🏆

Last night, we had the pleasure of attending the Kent County Annual Awards Dinner. It was great to see teams across the whole county come together to honour the achievements of clubs and players across Kent.

We are especially proud of the achievements of the SRFC Women's 1XV and the SRFC Men's 3XV, who were both recognised and celebrated for their outstanding accomplishments this season.

The Women's 1XV were presented with their award for winning the NC3 South East league and securing promotion into NC2 South East. Equally, our 3XV Senior Men's team were celebrated for their well-earned promotion into Counties 4 Kent. Their hard work, determination, and team spirit have truly paid off and it was fantastic to see their consistent effort recognised in front of the wider rugby community!

A huge thank you to everyone at the Kent County Rugby Football Union for hosting such a wonderful event.

Here's to another year of hard work, dedication, and hopefully even more reasons to celebrate in the upcoming season!