Chew Valley RFC

22/06/2026

🎺 Big Band Evening at Chew Valley RFC 🎶

Step back in time and join us for a fantastic night of live music with the Mendip Swing Band!

Dust off your dancing shoes and embrace the 1940s theme – fancy dress is warmly welcomed 🕺💃

Enjoy an evening filled with timeless classics from legends like Glenn Miller and Duke Ellington, guaranteed to get you on the dancefloor.

🎟️ Tickets: £15 (includes a finger buffet)
👉 Grab yours here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/big-band-evening-tickets-1986319084853

Bring your friends, bring your energy, and get ready for a brilliant night at the club! 🎷✨

17/06/2026

☀️ Touch Rugby Every Wednesday at Chew Valley RFC ☀️

Everyone is welcome!

🏃 Get fit
🤝 Grow your social network
🏉 A perfect introduction to rugby

Due to safety requirements and pitch capacity, sessions are split by age group:

⏰ 6:00pm – 7:00pm
Ages 8–11

⏰ 7:00pm – 8:00pm
Ages 12+ and Adults

Whether you're completely new to rugby or looking to stay active and have some fun, come along and give it a go!

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📩 Drop us a message if you'd like to know more.

17/06/2026

🎖️ Congratulations, Jack Monk 🎖️

At our end-of-season awards evening, we were proud to present Jack Monk with a Chew Valley RFC Club Blazer in recognition of his outstanding service and commitment to the club.

Jack's journey through Chew Valley RFC is one that embodies everything our club stands for. From his days in the junior section, through the senior ranks, and ultimately to leading the 1st Team as captain, he has always represented the club with pride, passion, and dedication.

This season also marks the end of Jack's tenure as 1st Team Captain. After two years leading the side, Jack will be stepping down from the role, leaving behind a legacy of hard work, commitment, and leadership both on and off the field. Taking a more relaxed position as a player.

The presentation of a Club Blazer is reserved for those who have made a significant contribution to Chew Valley RFC, and Jack is a worthy recipient. It was fantastic to see him receive this recognition surrounded by teammates and friends.

Thank you, Jack, for everything you have given to Chew Valley RFC so far. We look forward to seeing what the next chapter brings, both on and off the pitch.

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17/06/2026

🏆 That's a wrap on the 2025/26 season at Chew Valley RFC! AGM done and the awards handed out🏆

What a fantastic evening celebrating the players, volunteers, and members who have made this season so special. Congratulations to all of our award winners:

🐱 Valley Cats Awards
🏅 Young Player of the Year – Tori Irons
🏅 Abby's Cup - Harriet Pearce-Lyons
🏅 Porge's Plate – Nancy Portsmouth
🏅 Coaches Player of the Year – Nancy Portsmouth

🏉 Senior Men's Awards
🏅 3rd Team Player of the Year – Matt Curtis

🏅 2nd Team Player of the Year – Todd Morgan
🏅 2nd Team Young Player of the Year – Jacob Dufour-Battle

🏅 1st Team Player of the Year – Harry "Strider" Stride (with a stand-in model collecting on his behalf!)
🏅 1st Team Young Player of the Year – Zak Radforth

🏅 Steve Worrall Cup – Reg Parfitt
🏅 President's Cup – Dan Gatton

🤍 We would also like to share an important update regarding Abby's Cup. With the blessing and support of Abby's family, the award has evolved from being presented to the top try scorer to recognising the Most Improved Player. This change reflects our commitment to creating a wider range of opportunities for recognition, encouraging the growth of our thriving women's section, and celebrating the dedication, development, and progress of players throughout the season.

💚 Congratulations once again to all of our winners, and thank you to every player, coach, volunteer, sponsor, and supporter who has made the 2025/26 season one to remember.

Now it's time to recharge before we go again. Bring on 2026/27! 🤍💚

12/06/2026

09/06/2026

🏉 PRE-SEASON 2026 IS HERE 🏉

The wait is over. Senior Men's pre-season training begins on Tuesday 30th June at Chew Valley RFC.

Whether you're an experienced player, returning to rugby, or looking to give the game a try for the first time, everyone is welcome. Come and meet our outstanding coaching team, challenge yourself, and become part of a club built on ambition, community, and enjoyment.

📅 Pre-Season Starts: Tuesday 30th June
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Interested? Drop us a message and come along.

Our pre-season fixtures are now confirmed:

🏉 15/08/26
Chew Valley 1st vs St Peters
⏰ KO 3:00pm (A)

🏉 22/08/26
Chew Valley 1st vs Stow-on-the-Wold
⏰ KO 3:00pm (H)

🏉 27/08/26
Chew Valley 1st vs Old Reds
⏰ KO 7:30pm (H)

🏉 27/08/26
Chew Valley 2nd vs Bristol Telephones
⏰ KO 7:30pm (H)

🏉 03/09/26
Chew Valley 2nd vs Nailsea & Backwell
⏰ KO 7:30pm (H)

New faces. Fresh challenges. A new season begins.

07/06/2026

🏉 WE'RE HIRING – CLUB STEWARD 🏉

Chew Valley RFC is looking for a friendly, organised and hands-on individual to become the heart of our clubhouse operation.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join one of Somerset's leading community rugby clubs and play a key role in supporting players, members, volunteers and visitors throughout the rugby season.

The role includes:

🍺 Clubhouse & Bar Operations

🍽 Kitchen & Food Service Management

📦 Ordering & Stock Control

🏉 Match Day & Event Support

🤝 Supporting a thriving community rugby club

Salary: £28,000 - £32,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

✨ Commission-based package available

🗓 Preferred Start Date: August 2026

⏰ Please note: this role primarily involves evening and weekend working.

Supporting:
🏉 Men's Rugby
🏉 Women's Rugby
🏉 Colts Rugby
🏉 Junior Rugby
🏉 Walking Rugby

To apply or request a full Job Description, please email:

📧 [email protected]

Applications will be reviewed as received.

Please share with anyone who may be interested.

02/06/2026

🏉🥊 This may not be rugby news, but at Chew Valley RFC we love celebrating the achievements of all our members.

A huge congratulations to Valley player Archie Pool on an incredible first season in boxing, becoming a North Region ABA Champion, National Schoolboy Champion, and reaching the Golden Gloves Final. An outstanding achievement that reflects his hard work, dedication, and commitment.

We're also proud to see other Valley players representing Bristol Ringside ABC, including Tommy Doherty (U11s), Billy Doherty (U13s), George Marklew (U13s), and Freddie Strickland (U13s).

Archie trains at Bristol Ringside, a charity-run boxing club based at Winford Cattle Market. The club is dedicated to giving young people across the area a safe space to train, learn, and grow in confidence. It is run entirely by volunteers. Bristol Ringside ABC

Well done to Archie and all the boys involved. We wish Archie the very best as he prepares for the London International Belt Tournament.