Essex Bishops XV

07/05/2026

A DATE FOR YOUR SUMMER DIARY - join the Essex Bishops old and new (est. 2008!) at this premier Essex venue to celebrate the impact of Vets Rugby in the county, and the fantastic contributions to many charities that have been made over the years. Oh, and tell a few stories of past glories over drinks, a great 4-course meal, music and dancing!

This event will support research & treatment of Prostate Cancer

HURRY! - Tickets available via https://essex-bishops-gala.sumupstore.com/

19/06/2024

14/04/2024

Great 2nd runout for Essex Bishops XV after a 6 year hiatus! Good competitive game against Canvey Island RUFC, ending 21-14 in favour of the hosts. New faces joined a few old stagers to rejuvenate the Brethren. Thanks to Gary Desmond and all at CIRFC for inviting and organising.

12/06/2023

Calling all veteran (0ver 35) rugby players, men and women, in Essex! A great opportunity to participate in a national festival, make hundreds of new friends, and raise thousands for this fabulous rugby charity. Closing date for registration July 7th

VetsFest is Wooden Spoon's unmissable rugby event for veteran players aged 35 and over. Through the power of rugby, this event aims to raise funds to help Wooden Spoon better support children and young people who are vulnerable, disabled or disadvantaged. 

20/12/2021

On a cold and misty Sunday morning, three Bishops were spotted at Harlow Rugby Club as the U16's took on Saracens Amateur Rugby Club in a friendly fixture.

01/09/2021

NOTICE - Is anybody interested/available to play as part of an Essex WS team against Chelmsford Undertakers on 18th September? Sociable early season warm-up :-) Morning K/O so 10:30 meet at CRFC? If yes, DO NOT REPLY HERE but follow this link https://chat.whatsapp.com/K1bETDmM63o8R4X7m0NHsR to add yourself to separate group for further info as it become available.

WhatsApp Group Invite

26/04/2021

In a quiet village, outside a quaint little pub, Kangaroo Court was held early this morning. In the dock was Bishop Rinder being charged for impersonating a sitting Judge by Bishop Juliet Bravo aka Bishop Scouse and was heard by Mr Justice Bishop Juggler. The Judge's Chauffer aka Bishop HHH tried to give evidence, but he only incriminated Bishop Rinder more. Bishop Non-Kicking Knapp acted as a passing Sailor to test the true identity of Bishop Rinder. A big thank you to the Landlord of The Ferryboat Inn North Fambridge, who catered for us rather well.

07/04/2021

News Flash : Bishops Chef and Tuck aka Gordon Maxwell, Mick Low and especially Chairman Lewy Walsh of Runwell Wyverns RFC together with other club members raise £660 on a quiz night for Harvey Harvey Harvey's Go Fund Me page that has now tipped north of £36,000 !!

01/04/2021

So today myself (Bishop Juggler) and Mat Kelley (Bishop Smelly Kelley of Arlow) met up with Bishop Harvey Harvey Harvey to present him with his favourite Chocolate and Orange Easter Egg ! With big thanks to Brad Stone (Bishop Pebbles) for pointing out H for Harvey, M for Mat and Ars for Juggler 🤭🤣

27/03/2021

It's time for a big "Bishops Bear" hug from "Sofia" as he arrived safely into her custody today ! Sofia and her parents are so grateful to everyone for the kindness, generosity and support given to them over the last few weeks and have sent this lovely smiley photo to share and say "Thank you Bishops, you're the best" !

25/03/2021

With the fantastic generosity of the Bishops, Friends and Family members, we have now raised a staggering £1675. We have been asked to distribute the funds by "Sofia" and so far £550 has been donated to The Little Princess Trust and £500 to Maggie's London where the family are able to spending their days together at the The Royal Marsden - Sutton We await further instructions for how the £625 balance is to be used !