James Fleming, our Chairman, has a few words to say regarding our City Lunch that is happening in the new year – it’s a big event in our social calendar, and a very important fundraiser. “I am delighted to inform you that we will be welcoming Paul Wallace to our City Lunch on 2 February next year as our special …
Blackheath U12s vs. Richmond U12s The Utilita @ Well Hall, Saturday November 11th, KO @ 1.30pm In a weekend steeped in history, the Utilita hosted ‘The Big Match’. The Blackheath v Richmond fixture is the oldest continuing meeting of two rugby clubs in the world and was first played on January 2nd 1864. Both clubs have been great rivals and …
In round 10 of National One, the 1st XV are away to Birmingham Moseley this Saturday, 18 November – kick off is 15:00, and Gary’s Guide to all things Moseley is below. If you’re not travelling to the Midlands, and still fancy watching some rugby, the Club XV will be playing Dorking at The Utilita, kicking off at 14:15 and …
Match report by Craig Molloy Having just come up short in an excellent game against Ampthill last Saturday, the Club XV were determined to get back to winning ways. Following a respectful two minute silence in remembrance of those who paid the ultimate sacrifice in two World Wars and other conflicts, Blackheath started as they had last week with a …
The two clubs who played out a nil-nil draw in the first-ever game of rugby union back in 1864, and who went into this National League One match evenly placed, produced another tight contest, Blackheath hanging on for victory after Richmond scored a 75th minute try to bring them within range. ‘It was a strange game,’ said Blackheath boss James …
Round 9 of the National One season is upon us and here’s the programme for today’s match against Richmond. There will be QR codes dotted all over the ground, on your match day team sheet, and also on our website, so you’ll be able to access the programme wherever you are! Please do have a look, it’s full of fantastic …
Ahead of tomorrow’s Big Match against Richmond Rugby, we’d like to congratulate Leo Fielding, who will get his 100th cap from Blackheath Rugby when he runs out on to the pitch. An amazing achievement, and one we’re all very proud of. Leo’s first match was a win against Hartpury College in November 2015 and he’s been delighting members and supporters …
Blackheath against Richmond is always a special game, it being the oldest continually played fixture in world rugby (the clubs first locked horns on Richmond Green in 1864). There’s a particular significance to tomorrow’s meeting also, as it falls on Remembrance Day, both clubs having lost numerous players during the two World Wars. For Blackheath though, the match will also …
And here we are! Blackheath Rugby welcomes Richmond Rugby to The Utilita tomorrow for ‘The Big Match’. In fact, there are three matches going on: Blackheath Rugby v Richmond Rugby KO 15:00 Club XV v Richmond Saxons KO 14:00 Blackheath U12s v Richmond U12s KO 13:30 The U12s from both teams will be providing a guard of honour as the …
A reminder that the weekend of The Big Match is coming up. First played in 1863/64, this is the longest continuing rugby fixture in the world! In fact, there are three matches to keep you entertained on Saturday: Blackheath Rugby v Richmond Rugby KO 15:00 Club XV v Richmond Saxons KO 14:00 Blackheath U12s v Richmond U12s KO 13:30 The …
