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Match reports, team news, signings and everything else happening at Park Lane. Written by the club, published as it happens.
Match Report: Sedgley Park 40-3 Heath
On Saturday we were at home playing our seventh game of the season against Heath Rugby Club from Halifax. This was the first time that we had played them as they were newly promoted last season when we were in National One. They were lying eight in the league with...
Team news: Heath at home
The First XV to face Heath at Park Lane on Saturday 17 October, with a debut on the bench for Tom Harris.
Pre-match Hospitality at Preston Grasshoppers, Saturday 31 October
Travelling to Preston on 31 October? Grasshoppers are offering Tigers fans match entry and a two course sit down lunch, £37.50 adults and £18.50 children.
Rock and Roll Night with The Tall Faces, Friday 27 November
The Claret and Gold Association’s Rock and Roll Night, Friday 27 November, 7pm at Park Lane. Live music from The Tall Faces, a hot buffet, tickets £20.
Next up: Heath at home
Round 07 brings Heath to Park Lane for the first time. Saturday 17 October, 2.30pm kick off.
Match Report: Billingham 12-75 Sedgley Park
On Saturday we were on the road playing our sixth game of the new season against Billingham Rugby Club. They are a team from Stockton on Tees who gained promotion into National Two North in 2023 so this was the first time that we had played them. They have had a...
Billingham 12-75 Sedgley Park
Six wins from six. A big afternoon up north, 75-12 at Billingham, and the unbeaten start to the season goes on.
Team news: Billingham away
The First XV squad is in for Saturday. Round 06 of National League 2 North takes the Tigers to the North East for our first ever meeting with Billingham. A few changes from last week, with Blanchard and Rylance starting in the front row, Ellam at hooker, Coxhill in...
Match Report: Sedgley Park 92-7 Huddersfield
On Saturday we were at home playing our fifth game of the new season against old Yorkshire rivals Huddersfield. They had an indifferent start to the season with just one win out of four. We were looking to build on our unbeaten start but knew that this could be a...
Match Report: Otley 7-68 Sedgley Park
On Saturday we were on the road playing our fourth game of the new season against old Yorkshire rivals Otley. In the past the results have been quite close with the Tigers possibly having the better of the encounters. However it has always been a difficult ground...
Otley 7-68 Sedgley Park
Four wins from four. A big afternoon at Cross Green, 68-7 against Otley, and the unbeaten start to the season goes on.
Team news: Otley away and Sandbach at home
Both sides are named for Round 04. The First XV are at Otley, Cross Green, 3pm kick off, while the Second XV host Sandbach at Park Lane at 2.15pm.
Next up: Otley away
Round 04 takes the Tigers over to Yorkshire. Otley at Cross Green, Saturday 26 September, 3pm kick off.
Sedgley Park 33-16 Tynedale
On Saturday we were at home to old rivals Tynedale from the North East. A big well organised side who like to play open rugby at every opportunity for the full eighty minutes.
Team news: Tynedale at Park Lane
The First XV is named for Round 03. Tynedale come down to Park Lane on Saturday, 2.30pm kick off, with the Tigers top of National Two North after two five point wins.
Over 250 players and 94 volunteers ready for the new season
Our M&J section are preparing for another year of rugby, with over 250 players registered and 94 dedicated volunteers behind them.
The Lynx are here
This weekend we launch the Sedgley Park Lynx. A new team built to keep social rugby alive and give more players across the club valuable game time.
Match Report: Sedgley Park 32-13 Chester
Two from two on the road. A disciplined performance at Hare Lane, four tries and five points, and the Tigers sit top of National Two North.
Chester 13-32 Sedgley Park
Two from two. A bonus point win at Hare Lane, 32-13 against Chester, and that puts the Tigers top of National Two North after two rounds. Chester had opened their season with a big win at Wharfedale, so this was never going to be a straightforward afternoon, and a...
Team news: Chester away and Waterloo at home
The sides are named for Saturday. The First XV travel to Hare Lane to face old rivals Chester in Round 02, while the Second XV host Waterloo at Park Lane on the same afternoon.
Match Report: Sedgley Park 47-26 Darlington Mowden Park
Saturday saw the start of the new season 2026/27 for the Tigers. After the disappointment of being relegated from National One we were looking for a big start to life back in National Two North. Head coach and his coaching team had worked hard during the closed...
Sedgley Park 47-26 Darlington Mowden Park
That is the start we wanted. 47-26 against Darlington Mowden Park at Park Lane, and on David H Smith Day too. A big opening day performance against the side who finished second in this division last season. Thanks to everyone who came down and got behind the lads....
Game Day: Darlington Mowden Park At Park Lane
Game day. Darlington Mowden Park at Park Lane, the first league game of the season and it’s David H Smith Day. Gates open at noon, kick off 2.30, pay on the gate. Get down early, grab a drink in the clubhouse and make some noise for the lads. The Round 01...
Team News: Saturday’s 1st XV And 2nd XV Selections
Team news for Saturday. Connor James leads the 1st XV out at Park Lane for the season opener against Darlington Mowden Park, 2.30 kick off, gates open at noon and it is pay on the gate. The 2nd’s are on the road at Fylde, same 2.30 kick off. 1st XV v...
David H Smith Day: Darlington Mowden Park At Park Lane
Next up, a day of celebration at the clubhouse, our David H Smith Day. Kick off 14:30. All welcome x
9 Days To Go: Darlington Mowden Park At Park Lane
9 days to go. Saturday 5th September, 14:30 KO. Sedgley Park v Darlington Mowden Park, here at Park Lane.
Sedgley Park 36-27 Sheffield
Job done at Park Lane. 36-27 against Sheffield to round off pre-season, and a week off now before the season starts. A few shots from the weekend by Colin Fisher.
TRYIT Rugby Camp Is Back At Park Lane
TRYIT x Sedgley Park Tigers Rugby Camp is back on 24th and 25th August. Two days of rugby, learning and fun for boys and girls aged 7 to 16, at just 25 pounds a day.
MEMBERS NOTICE: Six Nations 2027 International Tickets
England will be playing “the Blues” this time around: France, Italy and Scotland. The RFU are inviting Constituent Clubs to apply for tickets against their allocation, so I will be procuring tickets on behalf of our club members from Wednesday 26th...
Sedgley Park 26-19 Preston Grasshoppers
Job done at Lightfoot Green. 26-19 against Preston Grasshoppers, second win of pre-season and a much sterner test than last week.
306 Appearances: Andy Riley
Andy Riley represents what every rugby club hopes for but rarely gets: a player who committed himself to one club and one badge. Reaching 306 appearances for Sedgley Park is a testament to incredible loyalty over many seasons. Coaches, teammates and supporters all...
Good Luck To Our Colts On A-Level Results Day
Good luck to all our Colts getting their A Level results today. Whatever the results, be proud of how far you’ve come. Wishing you all the very best for your next chapter!
Welcome To The Squad, Joe
Joe Bedlow joins the Tigers ahead of the 2026/27 season. A centre, Joe came through the Sale Sharks academy after arriving from Myerscough College, and made his first appearance for the Sharks in a Premiership Rugby Cup tie against Newcastle Falcons in November...
Preston Grasshoppers Away This Saturday
Back on the road this Saturday as the lads head to Lightfoot Green to take on Preston Grasshoppers. 1st and 2nd XV both out, second run of pre-season and another good test before the league gets going. If you can make the trip over, the boys would love to hear you....
Match Report: Sedgley Park 73-0 Rossendale
On Saturday we entertained old rivals Rossendale in our first pre-season friendly. Eleven tries and a 73-0 win at Park Lane, with a special mention for young hooker Oscar Geddis.
Marquee Hire At Park Lane Suites
What a fantastic event at the club. Full marquee hire with exclusive use of the venue, and the whole site given over to the day. If you’re planning an event, or you need a large pitch space to create something special, get in touch with the team at...
Sponsors Day At Park Lane
Sponsors Day is coming to Park Lane. If you’ve ever thought about sponsoring Sedgley Park, Saturday 22nd August is the perfect chance to come and see what it’s all about. Lunch, hospitality, a chance to meet the team, and a pre-season game against...
Two Days To Go: Rossendale At Park Lane
Rossendale at Park Lane on Saturday to kick off pre-season, and the first proper look at the 26/27 squad.
Colts Putting In The Work At SIN Gym
Our Colts have been putting in the work with their pre-season gym sessions at SIN Gym here at the club. Strength, conditioning and plenty of hard work as the squad continues to prepare for the new season. The commitment from the boys has been fantastic, and...
£50 OFF AT SIN GYM FOR SEDGLEY MEMBERS
At SIN Gym we always talk to members about consistency. Now that doesn’t mean going to the gym every day of the week for years, that means finding a weekly routine that suits your busy life and making it consistent. We have members like Claire who have done...
First One of the Summer
First one of the summer. Rossendale at Park Lane this Saturday, first look at the 2026/27 Tigers. Get yourself down....
Colts Pre-Season Training
Our Colts continued their pre-season preparations with another fantastic session at Farmer Strong. A great opportunity for the lads to build strength, fitness and conditioning ahead of the new season. Hard work now, ready for the season ahead!
2026/2027 MEMBERSHIP IS NOW LIVE
2026/2027 membership is now live. Pledge your allegiance for the season ahead over on our memberships...
MEET OUR SPONSORS – ENTIRE PROJECT SOLUTIONS
Great to catch up with Joe Leech from Entire Project Solutions at the golf day, one of the businesses backing Sedgley Park. Joe’s had a fair bit to say about what being involved with the club means to him, so give the video a watch over on our Instagram and...
U14s TAKE ON THE COMMANDO EXPERIENCE
Our U14s took on a 24-hour Commando Experience on 24 July, led by an ex-marine and built around teamwork, resilience and confidence. Over the full day and night the lads learned survival skills, made their own fires, took on confidence tests and got thoroughly...
WELCOME TO THE SQUAD, LUKE
Luke Cole is a Tiger. We’re delighted to welcome Luke to Sedgley Park for the 2026/27 season. We caught up with him ahead of the new campaign, and you can watch the full interview over on our Instagram and Facebook. Welcome to the squad,...
THE DAVID H SMITH DAY
A very special date for the diary As the official season opens on the 5th of September we will be holding a day of celebration for David H Smith at the club Please RSVP on 07885 888 727 at your earliest convenience...
OUR NEW CLUB PRESIDENT
I am very honoured to have been elected as President of Sedgley Park rugby club for this coming year. To be entrusted with this role by a club that means so much to all of us is both humbling and deeply appreciated. Before anything else, I want to pay tribute to...
GOLF EVENT
https://www.sedgley-tigers.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/WhatsApp-Video-2026-07-07-at-09.31.06.mp4 Golf Recap! Many thanks to everyone who joined us for our annual golf day! The next event is set for the start of October this year. Sponsors from the June...
Things you love to see 🙂
Things you love to see! Congratulations to Bob Kimmins on being awarded his England Cap! Once a Tiger, always a...
PRE-SEASON IS HERE…
Pre-season is here. Three fixtures to get the legs going before the season kicks off properly. 8th August we’re at home against Rossendale (First XV), then we head to Preston on the 15th with both the First and Second XV in action, before finishing pre-season...
New Face, Familiar Pedigree
We’re delighted to welcome scrum-half Alex Davies to Sedgley Park for the 2026/27 season. Alex comes to us with a seriously impressive CV for a young man coming through the Sale Sharks Academy before making his mark in National 2 with Macclesfield,...
WEDDING FUNCTIONS
Lovely wedding set up from the weekend at the club. We hosted over 140 guests for a private hire, which included the light up dance floor, private bar and event a custom drinks menu. Thinking of hosting your big day at the club? Contact us at...
Nations Championship
INTERNATIONAL RUGBY RETURNS THIS SUMMER – LIVE AT SEDGLEY PARK A brand-new era of international rugby begins this summer with the launch of the Nations Championship, bringing together the best teams from the Northern and Southern Hemispheres in one major global...
NEW PLAYGROUND
On 3rd May the Sedgley EBBC team cleaned and repaired the “Tiger Cubs” playground. This included replacing rotting timbers, re-painting, weeding and power washing the whole area to make it clean and...
Volunteer of the Year award
Congratulations to Sally-ann on receiving the Volunteer of the Year award. This recognition is thoroughly deserved ! Everyone at Sedgley Park Rugby Club is incredibly proud of you. congratulations and thank you for everything you...
TRYIT JUNIOR 7’s
https://www.sedgley-tigers.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/HvjT4J39sG-sedgley-try-it-promo_web-720p.mp4 The TRYIT Junior 7’s is back! It’s shaping up to be something special! With 55 teams representing over 30 rugby clubs from across the North West,...
AN EVENING WITH RON ATKINSON
We’re excited to be hosting a fantastic night at Sedgley Park Rugby Club as PA Events present: An Evening with Ron Atkinson, a true football legend! 📅 Friday 21st August 2026📍 Sedgley Park Rugby Club, WhitefieldJoin us for an unforgettable evening featuring: 🍽 Hot...
MATCH REPORT
Sedgley Park Tigers 7 – Rotherham Titans 68 On Saturday, the Tigers welcomed league leaders Rotherham Titans to Park Lane, looking to gain valuable points in their fight against relegation. Rotherham arrived in outstanding form, having won 21 of their 25 matches,...
BANTER & BEERS
🎤 STAND UP COMEDY NIGHT – BANter & BEERS 🍻 Get ready for a huge night of laughs at Sedgley Park Rugby Club this May! We’re bringing four top acts to Park Lane for an evening of proper stand-up comedy: 😂 Mick Ferry😂 Lewy Morrison😂 Tim Biglowe😂 Tony Burgess 📅...
MATCH REPORT
Plymouth Albion 68 – Sedgley Park Tigers 24 After a two-week Easter break, the Tigers were back on the road with a long trip to face Plymouth Albion, who came into the game sitting second in the league just behind leaders Rotherham Titans. With Sedgley...
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING – Sedgley Park Rugby Union Football Club Ltd
Nominations Sheet, AGM 2025 Sedgley Park R.U.F.C. Ltd Members of R.F.U. and Lancashire R.F.U. Headquarters and Ground PARK LANE, WHITEFIELD, MANCHESTER Telephone: 0161 766 5050 ...
LADIES DAY – SUCCESS!!
LADIES DAY SUCCESS!! Just wanted to say a massive well done to Nicola Campbell and all the ladies who attended the annual ladies day event at the club. The group raised £3595.00 for the Bury Hospice and also donated an additional £125 for the Down Syndrome...
BURY HOSPICE
Sedgley Park Tigers Raise Over £1,100 for Bury Hospice Sedgley Park Rugby Club is proud to have supported Bury Hospice with a donation of £1,155, raised through recent club events. The funds were generated as part of the club’s Jack and the Beanstalk pantomime,...
MAKING MEMORIES
MAKING MEMORIES 🙌 The Under 15’s have been on tour! “We left Friday from Sedgley in fancy dress. Stayed in a holiday park with other teams on tour. Saturday we headed to the beach and played rugby tennis.Evening meal together where we held court and...
MAKING MEMORIES
The U12’s were lucky enough to grab an invite to a mini festival at Sale FC on Saturday 28th March. Sale FC had numbers for 2 teams, with Sedgley, Knutsford and a touring team Mosborough providing a team a piece. It was great to play against like minded teams with...
MATCH REPORT
Match Report: Sedgley Park Tigers 28 – 61 Blackheath On Saturday we welcomed London side Blackheath to Park Lane, looking to build on recent positive performances and secure valuable points in our battle near the foot of the National One table. Blackheath arrived...
WILL BENNETT
Super proud of @will.bennett14 👏🏼 Mark Mapletoft has named the England U19 Men’s 25-player matchday squad to face Japan National High School Team at Iffley Road, Oxford University this Saturday (14:00 GMT kick-off). “This weekend’s game serves as an avenue for...
SENIOR COLTS GAME
SEMI FINAL DAY This Sunday, our Senior Colts take on Fylde Rugby in a huge Cup Semi Final at Park Lane! 📅 Sunday 22nd March📍 Park Lane⏰ Kick-off 14:00 A massive game for the lads — come down and show your support as they battle for a place in the final! 🐯 Up the...
MATCH REPORT
Birmingham Moseley 22 – Sedgley Park Tigers 20 On Saturday the Tigers travelled to face old rivals Birmingham Moseley in another crucial National League 1 fixture. Having narrowly beaten Moseley earlier in the season and with both sides positioned towards the lower...
SPRING SALE
SPRING SALE 🔥 We’ve got a few Friday nights available for booking at 50% off over the next few months 👋🏼 That’s exclusive room hire for just £75 and you can customise the room however you like 😍 Our Space ➡️ Your Way We’ve got ; 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th March 10th,...
LIVE RUGBY THIS WEEKEND
SIX NATIONS SUPER SATURDAY x LIVE AT THE CLUB The final round of the 2026 Six Nations is here and we’ll be showing every game live at Sedgley Park this Saturday. Join us for a full day of international rugby, great food, and a fantastic atmosphere at the club....
SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT
Sponsor Spotlight: Thank You to MKM Building Supplies We’re proud to welcome MKM Building Supplies as a supporter of Sedgley Park Tigers! 🙌 MKM is one of the UK’s leading independent builders’ merchants, with over 135 branches nationwide offering everything from...
MATCH REPORT
Match Report: Sedgley Park Tigers 28 – 31 Tonbridge Juddians On Saturday we welcomed Kent side Tonbridge Juddians to Park Lane in what was always going to be a stern test. Promoted to National One this season, Tonbridge have enjoyed an impressive first campaign and...
MATCH REPORT
Match Report: Dings Crusaders 19 – 0 Sedgley Park Tigers On Saturday the Tigers travelled to Bristol to face Dings Crusaders in what was always going to be a crucial fixture at the lower end of the National One table. Having edged the reverse fixture earlier in the...
BANTER & BEERS
🎤 STAND UP COMEDY NIGHT – BANter & BEERS 🍻 Get ready for a huge night of laughs at Sedgley Park Rugby Club this May! We’re bringing four top acts to Park Lane for an evening of proper stand-up comedy: 😂 Mick Ferry😂 Lewy Morrison😂 Tim Biglowe😂 Tony Burgess 📅...
2026 INAUGURAL NATIONS CUP
2026 INAUGURAL NATIONS CUP In 2026 the traditional Autumn Internationals will form part of the new Nations Cup which is to be played out every two years (avoiding RWC and Lions Tour years). There will be 2 Pools – The 6 Nations Teams in the Northern Hemisphere Pool...
GUARD OF HONOUR EXPERIENCE
On Sunday 8th February our Under 10’s along with their parents, siblings, coaches and manager made the trip down the road to the AJ Bell Stadium to participate in the ‘Guard of Honour’ experience during the Sale Sharks v Bath Cup game. It was a fantastic day all...
Funeral Details
Just a reminder that the funeral for Jon Lewis will be held at East Lancashire (Radcliffe) Crematorium, Cemetery Road, Radcliffe, M26 4EU, on 24th Feb at 12:30. This will be followed by a celebration of Jon’s life at Sedgley Park RUFC. “Jon was one of the...
ENGLAND VS IRELAND
ENGLAND vs IRELAND – Saturday 21 Feb 🏉 WALES vs SCOTLAND 🍻 Food & refreshments ready Come early and settle in! #ENGvIRE...
MATCH REPORT
On Saturday we welcomed high-flying London side Rosslyn Park to Park Lane. Sitting fifth in the league and pushing for a top-four finish, they had beaten us convincingly earlier in the season, so we knew the size of the challenge, particularly after the...
IT’s GAME DAY
MATCHDAY AT PARK LANE! It’s all happening this Saturday 14th February at Sedgley Park RUFC — as the Tigers take on Rosslyn Park in National League 1, PLUS a stacked day of Six Nations LIVE on the big screen! Sedgley Park vs Rosslyn Park 📅 Saturday 14th February⏰...
2026 EVENTS
⚡🏉 2026 EVENTS CALENDAR IS HERE! 🐯⚡ It’s shaping up to be a HUGE few months at Sedgley Park Tigers, packed with big home fixtures and every minute of the Six Nations LIVE at the club. 🔥 What’s coming up: 🏠 Loads of Home Matches at Park Lane Including clashes...
SUNDAY 6 NATIONS
🏉 WALES 🏴 vs FRANCE 🇫🇷 – Sunday 15 Feb Weekend rugby continues! Club house food and bars open! #SixNations...
VALENTINES DAY 6 NATIONS
Valentine’s weekend live rugby! IRELAND vs ITALY – Saturday 14 FebSCOTLAND vs ENGLAND – Saturday 14 Feb (Later) Match day menu • Refreshments • Rugby crew waiting! #SixNations...
MATCH REPORT
On Friday night we welcomed Yorkshire rivals Leeds Tykes to Park Lane in a rearranged fixture originally scheduled for January but postponed due to severe weather. Having secured a 20–8 victory earlier in the season at their place, and with Leeds sitting below us...
THE BIG WEEKEND
League Match – Friday 6th February 2026📍 Sedgley Park Rugby Club vs Leeds Tykes Join us at the club for a brilliant evening of rugby, food, drinks, and live music 🎶🍔 ⏰ Timings🕠 Arrival from 5:00–5:30pm🎶 Live music & food from 6:00pm🏉 Kick-off: 8:00pm🍻 Bar open...
FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS
🔶 SEDGLEY vs LEEDS🔶 🏉 League Match – Friday 6th February 2026📍 Sedgley Park Rugby Club Join us at the club for a brilliant evening of rugby, food, drinks, and live music 🎶🍔 ⏰ Timings🕠 Arrival from 5:00–5:30pm🎶 Live music & food from 6:00pm🏉 Kick-off: 8:00pm🍻...
MATCH REPORT
Leicester Lions 14 – Sedgley Park Tigers 24 On Saturday, the Tigers were back on the road as they travelled to face old rivals Leicester Lions. Having beaten Leicester convincingly earlier in the season, and with the Lions sitting at the foot of the table fighting...
SPRING CLUB EVENTS
⚡🏉 2026 SPRING EVENTS CALENDAR IS HERE! 🐯⚡ It’s shaping up to be a HUGE few months at Sedgley Park Tigers, packed with big home fixtures and every minute of the Six Nations LIVE at the club. 🔥 What’s coming up: 🏠 Loads of Home Matches at Park LaneIncluding clashes...
MATCH REPORT
Tigers 30 – 14 Bishop’s Stortford On Saturday we welcomed East Hertfordshire side Bishop’s Stortford, who arrived lying 8th in the league and in good recent form. We had beaten them 20–15 away in October, but after five disappointing games and our lowly league...
RE-SCHEDULED
🔥🏉 RE-SCHEDULED The Leeds Tykes game has been rescheduled for Friday the 6th of Feb with an 8pm kick-off. Come and enjoy a thrilling night of rugby under the lights! Mark your calendars, rally your friends, and let’s support our team together! 🐅 💪...
MATCH REPORT
Clifton 24 – 10 Sedgley Park Tigers The Tigers began their 2026 campaign on the road with a tough test away at newly-promoted Clifton in Bristol. With both sides sitting close together in the table and each holding five wins from their opening fixtures, this was...
Last Few Tickets!
Last few tickets available! Our Saturday night show is now sold out! Last few tickets for our Thursday and Friday performance! Tickets are now available on our website, but hurry—quantities are limited this year!...
