Sutton & Epsom RFC An amateur community rugby club

RIP Stan Shepherd

It is with great regret that we have to announce the passing of Stan Shepherd on 17th September. Stan was a member of the Club back in the sixties and regularly played in the Extra A side which was the fifth side of the twelve we turned out in those days. He was a real character and will be sorely missed. Our condolences go to Tricia his wife of 55 years.

Mini & Junior Training has now resumed!

Mini and Junior training commenced on 6th September. Given the present conditions rugby has unfortunately been especially affected due to the contact nature of the game, but as a club we have worked tirelessly to ensure that every age group is allocated a training time on a Sunday and all precautions have been taken and RFU guidelines adhered too. Thank you to all who have made this happen.

Starting from this Sunday and for the foreseeable future the age groups will be training at the following times:

U5 & U8s
9.00-10.00 at the Club
U6 & U7s
10.30-11.30 at the Club
U9s
9.00-10.30 – Priest Hill Pitch 1 & half of pitch 2
U10s
9.00-10.30 – Priest Hill half pitch 2 & pitch 3
U11s
9.00-10.30 – Priest Hill – training pitches.
U12s
11.00-12.30 – Priest Hill – pitch 1 & half pitch 2
U13s
11.00-12.30 – Priest Hill – half pitch 2 & pitch 3
U14s
12.00-1.30 – 1st XV pitch & cabbage patch
U15s
1.00-2.30 – Priest Hill – pitch 1
U16s
12.00-1.30 – Clubhouse pitch
Colts
1.00-2.30 – Priest Hill Pitches 2&3

Can all parents please observe social distancing guidelines at all times and do not walk on the training pitches or areas. I hope your children enjoy returning to rugby.

John Potts, Chair, SERFC Mini & Junior Rugby

RIP Paul Belton (17-7-1963 – 11-8-2020)

Paul first became involved with Sutton & Epsom when his son Rory started playing at 11 years old in 2004. Along with his partner Janine and their daughter Madeline they threw themselves into the club as rugby became such a huge part of their lives. Paul was never happier than being on the touchline watching Rory and his teams through the years play and train. …more…

Club re-opening

The club will now be open for drinks outside on Saturdays 3.00pm – 10.00pm and Sundays 1.00pm – 8.00pm, and Thursday evenings. Strict safety and social distancing measures will be in place….more…

A Club For All Seasons

The eagerly awaited club history book is now available to buy and could prove a valuable companion if we have to self-isolate! Written by Paul Beken, with a foreword by Paul Hodgson, the book has over 230 pages on the vivid and exciting history of Sutton rugby, more than 120 photos, OS maps, a complete record digest and is beautifully presented in hardback with a dust jacket. The price is £20 (plus p&p) and can be purchased online by clicking here…

Surrey RFU Awards

Congratulations to our award winners…

Surrey County RFU Spirit of Rugby Award
Teddy Tedore 
This award is to recognise volunteer non-players who make significant contributions to their club or wider community. Be it facilitating training opportunities, back office administration or taking the rugby core values into external organisations this volunteer upholds and actively promotes club/county rugby.

Surrey County RFU Young Match Official of the season.
Reuben Dever
This award is specific to Trained Junior Match officials who have improved their knowledge and experience.

Congratulations!!!

Our U18 girls are WINNERS of the National Cup London & SE defeating Sudbury 17-10. Well done to everybody involved.

Latest 1st XV match report

Redruth Maintain Momentum Despite Stylish Sutton
Sutton & Epsom 22-41 Redruth
Redruth arrived at Rugby Lane in a rich vein of form that had garnered eleven consecutive victories including toppling TJs, the Hawks and the Titans on their intended journey to the Promised Land of National 1. Back in November the Black & Whites and their sizeable following decamped at the Recreation Ground to savour the delights of Hellfire Corner. …more…

Season 2019-20 Admissions

All paid-up club members and under 18s can attend 1st XV matches free of charge but we do ask you to buy a match programme for £5. For non-members admission is by programme at £10. There are no parking charges and all home matches will kick off at 3.00pm.

On The Pitch Clothing

Sutton & Epsom RFC is pleased to announce that it has renewed its partnership with On The Pitch Clothing as its exclusive kit supplier. This agreement secures the future of our on-site shop facilities and paves the way for new opportunities for both parties in the supply and increased visibility of the Sutton & Epsom brand….more…