A letter from your President, Chris Jones

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Important news about the Summer events!

Dear Supporters, Sponsors, Members, Volunteers, and Players - 

Firstly, what a successful season we have had. The 1st XV won their league and will be promoted this year, the 2nd XV secured 2nd place in their league and are also promoted, the Ladies have also enjoyed some notable success whilst bringing a number of new players into the game and the juniors enjoyed a strong season across all age groups and continue to develop excellent players for the senior sides.

Despite the challenges, we have kept the club house running, enjoyed many lunches, continued to maintain our grounds to the highest standards and have built a sound financial basis for the coming seasons.

As a club, our website www.devizesrfc.org.uk should be your first point of contact for news, announcements and general information. However, we are looking to improve email & social media communication over the coming year so please keep us up to date with your contact details (youc an even go on GMS and do it yourself!) and remember to like / follow us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram (even TikTok...)

As we close off our 90th Year anniversary, we are looking forward to the End of Season Dinner which has now moved to a fabulous marquee on the main pitch on Friday, 17th June. Featuring the ever-popular Gareth Chilcott as our guest speaker, if you have not already booked your place, please contact Rick Kibby as soon as possible on 07873 139022 or email franrick@talktalk.net

I would also draw your attention to the return of the Saddleback Music Festival (this year joining forces with LottieFEST – a celebration of Lottie Rapson’s life) on Saturday 18th June. This promises to be a fantastic afternoon & evening featuring 8 amazing live bands, Superstar DJs, tasty food, cold beer and great company. Raising essential funds for our two chosen charities, Ataxia UK and The Lily Foundation, tickets are available from Devizes Books, Avon Trophies, The Peppermill or online at www.saddlebackmusicfestival.co.uk

Finally, for those who want to apply for international tickets the application window for the Autumn Internationals the application is attached.

It is a great pleasure to be President and I thank the committee for their hard work in keeping Devizes as the special club we all are proud to be a part of.

Yours in Rugby,

Chris Jones (El Presidente)