By Kath 10/7/03
July 10 2003

England's Premier Rugby have secured sponsorship from Gilbert Rugby and the backing of Sportsmatch to run 23 touch rugby festivals this summer. What better way to have fun and support your local club, why not join in and show the professionals you can do it too!

Summer Touch Rugby Festivals!

 

The festivals will be based around the 12 England Premiership Clubs and are for mixed sexed adult teams (over 16s).  They will take place at local rugby clubs and public places such as parks and beaches in England during July, August and September. The cost is £40 per squad of ten of £5 for individuals who wish to take part.

 

After the festivals have taken place, ten regional finals will be staged at the England Premiership Clubs prior to Zurich Premiership games.  The winning teams will get £250 worth of Gilbert equipment for their rugby club.

 

For more details or to register your team go to:-  www.touchrugby.com

 

Festivals already confirmed are at:-

• Mandela Park - Leicester
• Darlington Mowden Park RFC  - Darlington
• Tynemouth Beach - Tyneside
• Brackley RFC - Northamptonshire
• Bletchley RFC - Buckinghamshire.