Summer ‘24 Volunteer Days

As always, there is a lot of work to be done at The Utilita over the summer to keep the site in top condition, and we’re putting the call out for a Volunteer Army to support us on the following dates. We have a huge list to get through and many hands make light work! Any time you can spare …

Josh Smart joins the Club

Blackheath Rugby is thrilled to announce the signing of Josh Smart, a back-row forward who joins us from London Irish.  James Shanahan, Director of Rugby, says “Josh Smart is an abrasive backrower, who comes from the Championship side Ampthill, via London Irish. He was highly recommend by Ross McMillian (ex London Irish coach, now Exeter Chiefs) who I worked with …

2023-24 End of Season Awards

On Friday 10 May, the Blackheath Rugby squad, coaches, medical staff and distinguished guests gathered at the Trafalgar Tavern in Greenwich to celebrate the past year, to present the season’s awards, and to say goodbye to a few players.  We congratulate those who received awards, and thank everyone who took time to nominate.  The awards we gave out on the …

Volunteer awards – 2023/24

At the final home game of the season, Rory O’Sullivan, President of the Club, gave out special awards to two worthy recipients. The first award was presented to David Tickner — the Supporter Volunteer of the Year. During the presentation Rory said “Dave is a someone who we only have to ask once and he gets it done. He quietly …

Rugby on TV

Even though Blackheath Rugby’s season has finished, don’t forget that there is plenty of other rugby to watch and we will be showing matches live in the Clubhouse – see you there!   GALLAGHER ENGLISH PREMIERSHIP – Fri 10 May, 19:45 – Sat 11 May, from 15:00 – Sat 18 May, from 15:00 EUROPEAN CHALLENGE CUP — FINAL – Fri …

Ed Taylor stands down

As many of you will already have read in the matchday programme from the last game of the season, Ed Taylor is standing down as Club Captain after being with us for the last few seasons, notching up 71 games.  Ed admits that it was a very difficult decision to make, but his career commitments mean that he can no …

Mike Williams

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Mike Williams, who died on Friday 12th April 2024. Mike was a former player and 1st XV Vice-Captain of Blackheath FC. Mike joined the Club during the 1967-68 season, having previously played for Rosslyn Park and Oxford Greyhounds. He was educated at Oundle School and later Bristol University where …

Minis Festival

Last Sunday 28 April, the Minis held their annual Minis’ Rugby Festival at Avery Hill Park. Being towards the end of the season they were hoping for favourable weather but unfortunately, the weather gods had a different idea!  The rain was not going to stop the event from going ahead and they hosted 12 clubs from far and wideacross London …