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We are delighted to share that Wealden Properties have renewed their sponsorship with Sevenoaks Rugby Club, continuing their valued support of the club. Established for over 50 years, Wealden Properties is a traditional local landlord offering a range of commercial properties across Sevenoaks, including shops and offices with flexible lease terms, as well as a number of residential units.
We are proud to have such a community-focused business continuing their journey with Sevenoaks Rugby Club.
For this week’s Player Sponsor Spotlight, we are excited to introduce HPS Sevenoaks, proud sponsor of Zuni Bourne for the 2025/26 season!
HPS Sevenoaks offers a friendly and professional bathroom design and supply service, helping you create a space that suits your style, needs, and budget. Led by branch manager Jon Gardner, the team provides expert advice and quality products to make the process smooth and stress-free. They also provide a reliable service to plumbers, heating engineers, and homeowners, with a wide range of plumbing and heating supplies, including boilers, radiators, pipework, fittings, and accessories from leading brands.
Stay tuned for more of our Player Sponsor Spotlight Series coming soon!
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🚨Guest Speaker Announcement🚨
We are delighted to announce that Conor O’Shea, Director of Performance Rugby at England Rugby, and David Flatman, former England, Bath, Saracens and of course Sevenoaks player, will be joining us as special guest speakers at our City Lunch this year!💙💛
🗓️Thursday 16th April
📍Smith and Wollensky
⏰12pm-5pm
Alongside a fantastic afternoon full of insights, stories and great company, we will also be hosting an exciting silent auction with some fantastic prizes up for grabs!
There are limited seats available so we encourage members, sponsors, and partners to secure their seats as soon as possible!
You can book HERE via our website, or by emailing srfc.operations@gmail.com to confirm your booking.
After 6 seasons Michael Hebden will be departing SRFC at the end of this season, having secured a new full-time role at a new school, which unfortunately means he’s unable to commit to his role with Sevenoaks RFC next season. Michael has been instrumental to the club’s success and the development of our senior set-up over the last six years, leaving a lasting mark on the group and the environment we’ve created. We’re hopeful Michael will be back involved in an ad-hoc coaching capacity in the future, and one thing is certain - he will always be a Mighty Oak, and will no doubt remain part of the Sevenoaks RFC community.
Following this news, Sevenoaks Rugby Club is seeking a Senior Men’s Coach – Backs & Attack Skills for the 2026-27 rugby season. The successful applicant will join us during the summer of 2026 as part of our wider senior men’s coaching team.
This role involves coaching across the whole Senior Men’s programme, which operates as one unified squad of 80+ players, with over 50+ regularly attending training each week.
You will work as part of a comprehensive coaching, medical, and performance team to deliver the season objectives across all three senior sides:
1st XV: National League 2 East
2nd XV: Counties 1
3rd XV: Counties 4
The Senior Men’s Coach will have specific responsibility for leading the Backs & Attack Skills portfolio with ownership of the strategy, planning, delivery, and review within that remit.
The Senior Men’s squad currently trains twice per week on pitch (Monday & Wednesday evenings). This may move to Tuesday & Thursday evenings, subject to pitch availability.
The successful applicant must be available for pre-season, in-season training and match days between July and April.
Reporting & Accountability
The Senior Men’s Coach will report directly to Adam Bowman, Director of Rugby & Head Coach, and will operate within the agreed Senior Men’s Playing Framework.
The role will:
• Be accountable for the strategy, planning, delivery, and review of the Backs & Attack Skills portfolio.
• Lead and coordinate the squad’s Backs Strike Plays and Kick Return frameworks, ensuring clarity, cohesion, and consistent execution across all senior sides.
• Lead the development of players’ Attacking Skills across the squad, with a strong technical focus on catch & pass accuracy, ball movement, offloading, scanning and decision-making, lines of running, footwork & evasion, timing and depth, kicking skills, attack contact skills, and attacking breakdown effectiveness.
• Work closely with the Director of Rugby & Head Coach to ensure alignment with the club’s long-term playing philosophy, attacking identity, and player pathway.
• Provide leadership and guidance to other coaches who may assist within their remit, supporting session quality, clarity of messaging, and consistent technical standards across the squad.
• Provide weekly review and preview analysis aligned to the Backs & Attack Skills portfolio, including performance evaluation, opposition insight, individual feedback.
• Collaborate with the wider coaching team to ensure attacking cohesion and high standards across the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd XV teams.
• Contribute to squad-wide planning, block previews/reviews, selection discussions, Player IDPs, and player performance reviews.
• Uphold and promote the standards, values, and behaviours expected within the Sevenoaks RFC environment.
Essential Skills, Experience & Responsibilities
To succeed in this role, the candidate must possess:
Coaching Expertise:
Significant hands-on coaching experience with Adult or high-level Academy rugby teams.
Relevant coaching/teaching qualifications.
Extensive rugby knowledge, specifically regarding modern backs and attack play, with proven technical expertise in developing and improving players’ attacking skills.
Ability to design and deliver structured training sessions tailored to a multi-team environment.
A proven ability to innovate in coaching methods and techniques.
Stakeholder Management:
Strong skills in building and maintaining relationships with players and staff.
The ability to communicate effectively and diplomatically to ensure a cohesive program.
Performance and Fitness:
Fit enough to lead active and intense sessions on the pitch.
Communication and Motivation:
Exceptional planning and organisational skills.
First-class communicator who can articulate a clear vision.
Inspires and motivates players while showing empathy for their individual development goals.
Club Engagement:
Embrace and uphold the ‘One Club’ ethos.
Additional Desirable Experience
High-level playing / coaching experience (preferably National levels 2–4) is highly advantageous; player-coach applications will be considered.
Remuneration
A competitive monthly retainer is available for this position and will be discussed during the interview process.
Confidentiality
We understand that some applicants may currently be affiliated with other clubs. This recruitment process will be handled with the utmost discretion to respect the confidentiality of all applicants.
How to Apply
If you are interested in applying for this position, please contact: Adam Bowman, Director of Rugby. Email: coachajbowman@gmail.com
Following our recent announcement that we are proud to be partnering with Fusion For Business, we are pleased to share that Sevenoaks RFC will also be supporting their Community Ambassador Scheme.
If any of our sponsors, members, or associated businesses would welcome support in managing rising business energy costs Fusion For Business would be delighted to help. Their team provides expert advice and guidance to ensure businesses are on the most competitive and suitable energy contracts.
Please contact Nathan 0161 850 4214 or Nathan.oconnor@fusionforbusiness.co.uk for more information.
Any referrals made through the club will generate additional revenue for Sevenoaks RFC, directly supporting the club's activities both on and off the pitch.
We are pleased to announce the appointment of Cory Blackmore as the club’s treasurer and member of the committee. Alongside this new role, Cory will continue his valued position as Head of Youth Boys' Rugby. Cory has also taken an age group from U6s all the way through the junior journey to the Academy, showing his long-standing dedication to player development and his continued commitment to the club. We would like to thank Cory for his ongoing hard work and support.
For this week’s Player Sponsor Spotlight, we are excited to introduce WeAreLML proud sponsor of Finn O’Keefe for the 2025/26 season!
WeAreLML is a Sevenoaks-based consultancy specialising in leadership and performance coaching alongside business advisory. Accredited to international standards, they partner with teams and individuals who are committed to reaching elite performance levels. WeAreLML don't just offer advice; they unpick the bones of performance to ensure that both business leaders and athletes alike have the stable foundations required to succeed when the pressure is at its highest
WeAreLML are proud to support Sevenoaks Rugby and to sponsor Finn O’Keefe this season.
Stay tuned for more of our Player Sponsor Spotlight Series coming soon!
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SRFC Centenary V-Neck Merino Wool Jumper
A selection of sizes of our brand new unisex SRFC Centenary V-Neck Wool Jumpers are now available to purchase and collect from the club shop! These will be sold on a first come first served basis. These limited edition jumpers are made from merino wool and have the centenary and club logo embroidered on. They have been designed to help us celebrate 100 years of Sevenoaks RFC, along with our Centenary Retro Jerseys.
Please note - Our Centenary V-Neck Wool Jumpers are only available to order online and collect from the Sevenoaks RFC Clubhouse Shop. We will not be able to deliver the jumpers to home addresses. There is a no refund policy. Any questions, please contact srfc.operations@gmail.com
Click here to order
❤️Could YOU save a life? Learn CPR for FREE ❤️
Every year, 30,000 people in the UK suffer a cardiac arrest outside hospital.
Over 80% happen at home.
Without CPR, survival is just 8%.
But if CPR starts early, survival can increase to up to 70%.
That means YOU could be the difference.
In support of Healthy Heart Month, Sevenoaks Medical Centre is delivering a FREE, hands-on CPR Awareness Session at Sevenoaks Leisure Centre — open to everyone, no medical experience needed.
🗓️ Tuesday 24 February 2026
📍Sevenoaks Leisure Centre
Session times in 1 hour slots:
• 10.00am – 11.00am
• 11.15am – 12.15pm
• 1.00pm – 2.00pm
• 2.15pm – 3.15pm
You’ll learn CPR, how to use a defibrillator (AED), and practice with expert guidance.
👥Open to all (8+ years) | Fun, Informative & Free
⚠️Educational session only (no formal qualification)
👉Book your free place now – spaces are limited:
Click here to sign up
❤️One hour. Skills for life.
Congratulations to our Senior Men's and Women's wagamama Player of the Month, as voted for by their teammates!
Ed Shepherdson has won the award for the second month in a row after another run of consistently strong performances. Ed has been recognised for his leadership on the pitch, calm and composed voice in the huddle, and setting high standards at training 👍🏉
Andi Morris Brown wins the award as she always brings the energy and gives 100% at training, in matches and supporting her teammates off the pitch. She has a great attitude and has stepped up to captain with vigour 🫡🏆
🚨Don't forget - Members receive 20% off their wagamamas order when they show their membership card in the Sevenoaks branch🚨
For this week’s Player Sponsor Spotlight, we are excited to introduce Clearly Planning & Project Management proud sponsor of Josie Holden for the 2025/26 season!
Clearly Planning and Project Management Ltd provides practical, affordable town planning consultancy for residential and commercial projects. They support clients at every stage of the planning process — from feasibility studies and pre-application advice through to full planning applications and planning appeal statements.
Their approach is honest and solutions-focused. They clearly identify planning risks, explain them in plain language, and develop pragmatic strategies that maximise the chances of success — always with your budget and timescales in mind. Please contact them on 01732 452 600 for more information
Stay tuned for more of our Player Sponsor Spotlight Series coming soon!
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We will be showing the following fixtures LIVE in The Clubhouse. Please do come down and join us!
Saturday 7th February (Clubhouse open from 1pm)
Italy vs. Scotland - 14:10 KO
England vs. Wales - 16:40 KO
Saturday 14th February
Ireland vs. Italy - 14:10 KO
Scotland vs. England - 16:40 KO
Saturday 21st February
England vs. Ireland - 14:10 KO
Wales vs. Scotland - 16:40 KO
Saturday 7th March
Scotland vs. France - 14:10 KO
Italy vs. England - 16:40 KO
Saturday 14th March
Ireland vs. Scotland - 14:10 KO
Wales vs. Italy - 16:40 KO
France vs. England - 20:10 KO
What a weekend!
Saturday was one of those days that reminds everyone what this club is all about. With 180 people enjoying lunch, a packed paddock, and incredible support ringing out from the sidelines, the atmosphere was something special. It was fantastic to see the touchlines so busy, filled with past players, loyal supporters, members, and sponsors all coming together.
The energy off the pitch clearly carried onto it. The noise and encouragement made a real difference, helping drive an impressive performance from the Men’s 1st XV. A huge thank you goes to Vine Meats for sponsoring the match day, and to our sponsors Birketts and The Rock Inn for being there to share in the occasion.
Director of Rugby, Adam Bowman, has shared the following “Thank you to everyone who joined us on Saturday - past players, members, supporters, and sponsors. It was brilliant to see so many at the lunch, with players and members from different eras coming together - the atmosphere was fantastic. Thank you for answering my rallying call at lunch and for bringing such incredible noise and support to turn The Paddock into a fortress. The energy made a real difference to the players out on the pitch - they felt it, and it showed in the performance. We’d love to see as many of you as possible back for our remaining home games. Up the Oaks”
Don’t forget to book onto our upcoming lunches and events, or donate to the Centenary Fund below:
Former Sevenoaks RFC Captains
For this week’s Player Sponsor Spotlight, we are excited to introduce Nick & Susie Thompson proud sponsors of Kenny Lee and Max Skinner for the 2025/26 season!
A huge thank you to Nick and Susie for their generosity in supporting Kenny and Max this season. We are incredibly grateful for everything they do for our players and for the club. Thank you!
Stay tuned for more of our Player Sponsor Spotlight Series!
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We are hosting a free workshop on 27th February 2026 in The Clubhouse, titled "Enhancing Employment Across the Sevenoaks District". The session is delivered by Runway Training and will focus on learning disability, autism, neurodiversity and mental wellbeing awareness.
This workshop will equip you with the knowledge and confidence to effectively support disabled and neurodiverse people in working, coaching, and sporting environments. You will learn how to create supportive, positive spaces for staff and customers through flexible practices and improved communications.
To book your space at this free workshop, or to find out more information, please email: LesleyBlackband@runwaytraining.co.uk
Sevenoaks Rugby Club is seeking an Academy Boys Lead Coach for the 2026-27 rugby season.
The successful applicant will join us during the summer of 2026 as part of our wider academy coaching team, contributing significantly to the delivery of our Academy Boys Programme, which includes training one evening a week and training/matches on Sundays and other times as required to deliver the role.
The Academy Boys Lead Coach will have responsibility for leading a specific area of the game (Attack, Defence, Backs, Forwards) within the Academy Boys Programme, with ownership of planning, delivery and review within that remit. The Academy Boys Lead Coach will report directly to Howard Packman, Academy Boys Head Coach.
Click here to read the full job description.
If you are interested in applying for this position, please contact: Adam Bowman, Director of Rugby on coachajbowman@gmail.com
For this week’s Player Sponsor Spotlight, we are excited to introduce Charles Harris & Peter Johnston proud sponsors of Emma Bowman & Finn Smith for the 2025/26 season!
We would like to say thank you very much to Charles and Peter for their generosity in supporting Emma and Finn this season.
We truly appreciate their support and everything they do to help support our players, and the club!
Stay tuned for more of our Player Sponsor Spotlight Series!
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Join Us for Our 2026 Centenary City Lunch! - Updated Date
Celebrate this special milestone year with us at our second Centenary City Lunch on Thursday 16th April 2026, at Smith and Wollensky.
Enjoy an afternoon of exceptional dining, conversation, and celebration as we come together once again to honour the history and future of our club. Please keep your eyes peeled for additional announcements regarding guest speakers!
There are only 15 tables available so we encourage members, sponsors, and partners to secure their table of 10 as soon as possible. You can book your seats via our website or by emailing srfc.operations@gmail.com to confirm your booking.
We will be holding a raffle on the day so if you, your business, or someone you know would be interested in contributing any donations and prizes for our auction, please get in contact using the email below.
Don't miss out - book your table of 10 now!
Book here: Centenary City Lunch 2026 — Sevenoaks Rugby
For all enquiries: srfc.operations@gmail.com
💫February Half Term Holiday Camps💫
Our Mighty Oaks Multi-Sport Holiday Camps are back this February half term, and have something for everyone⚽️🏀🏈⚾️🏉🎾
Our experienced coaches deliver a fun-filled programme packed with a variety of activities - from rugby golf & tennis to football, cricket, musical chairs, and other exciting team games.
We hope you can join us for what promises to be another fantastic Holiday Camp.
FEBRUARY HALF TERM SPECIAL - 4 DAYS FOR JUST £125 - Book here to secure your space!
🗓️Camp Dates:
Monday 16th February - Thursday 19th February
⏰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 boys and girls (Year 2 to Year 9). We also welcome non Sevenoaks RFC members including those who may play at a different club.
🏉 This Sunday at Sevenoaks Rugby Club 🩺
Sevenoaks Medical Centre will be visiting The Clubhouse on Sunday 25th January to offer FREE blood pressure checks for members between 8.30am – 1pm.
Start the new year in a healthy, proactive way by finding out your blood pressure. Know your numbers.
The team will also be introducing their new family GP service, self-referral mammograms and MRI scans, plus an exclusive 20% off health checks for Sevenoaks Rugby Club members.
Pop along to say hello and get your free BP check while you’re at the club.
