Durham County have partnered with the RFU to create the DCRFU Back in the Game Bash for 4 Clubs across Durham. The event has been organised to help bring players back to the game, and increase Rugby in the Clubs! We have the first event taking place Saturday 2nd April at South Shields, 1pm KO. #Backinthegame

On Friday 4th October, Ryton RFC organised a 3rdteam development game and played against Consett RFC. The game was followed by a live band and street food. Organised by one of Ryton’s resident players, the game was a success and gave the Club bar some excellent Friday night traffic. 📷Ryton RFC 3rd Team Many players who haven’t played Rugby in a long time, joined the 3rd team on Friday night. This event helped to re-engage lapsed players and worked perfectly with Durham Count

Walking sports seem to be taking over, and walking Rugby is no exception. Blaydon RFC are offering walking Rugby to anyone who would like to participate, no matter what your age or gender… and its FREE! RFU staff are working with Blaydon RFC to make this a success, with Durham County CRC’s and RDO attending the sessions. Durham County RFU are also supporting the event, with our County Administrator and Chair of the Community Rugby Standing Committee attending training last we

Dear All Club's, As I am sure you are aware there is a World Cup around the corner, as part of this we also have a warm up game coming to Newcastle on 6thSeptember. As you know we tend to see a rise in our playing numbers around world cups due to the increased amount of press coverage the sports gets by major media channels and then the good work you do to help make those interested feel welcome when they come down to the club. 📷 We are looking at ways to help support you du