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More help for the Ukraine, organised by Marine Travel Company boss Dave Thompson, is set to leave from the club on Tuesday next August 9th.…

Come and join our summer rugby camp Tuesday 30th & Wednesday 31st August: 9.00 am - 3.00 pm Open to boys and girls U7-U16 Run…

The club has added a combination of experience, power and youth to the senior squad in the build-up to the 2022/23 rugby season. Three major…

Older club members will remember with affection David Darroch who has died aged 72. Dave was an all round sportsman who played second row in…

Subject to RFU approval, and generously sponsored by SEC Works Group, we have organised a girls' two-day training summer camp for ages 7-15. Most activities…

On June 18, at Stoke Mandeville stadium, Canterbury Hellfire burst back into action after an extended break including, and surrounding, the COVID-19 pandemic by participating…

It has been an extremely busy time at Marine Travel Ground with two hugely successful events on consecutive days, the Mark 22 Ball on Friday…

The outstanding work of the club's volunteers was recognised at the Kent County Awards ceremony on June 10th with Canterbury honoured with four winners. Honda…

There will be two Kent 'derby' games in the first month of the new season with Tonbridge Juddians and Blackheath both scheduled to visit the…

Canterbury Rugby Club are proud to be sponsors of  Pride Canterbury this year. Seeking diversity in unity is a must so as a collective we…

A £30,000 fund raising initiative by the club will see all its teams and age groups provided with life saving defibrillator equipment. The fund raising…

The new league structure for National 2 clubs in the 2022/23 season has been released with Canterbury placed in the 14-team National 2 East. Newcomers…

10 England teams have been named for this Summer's European Touch Championships in Nottingham. England has entered a team into every category in a bid…

Canterbury fly half Frank Reynolds contributed nineteen points to Kent's 44-43 win over Hampshire in the first round of the County Championship. He was one…

END OF SEASON SPECTACULAR CANTERBURY 31 BURY ST EDMUNDS 34 by David Haigh Canterbury's season may have ended as it began with a narrow loss…

What a season it has been across the club. From four U20s county call-ups to the National County Championship Final, both Colts teams combined only…

GUERNSEY 11 CANTERBURY 60 By Claire Bernthal Canterbury Ladies took to the Footes Lane fields in Guernsey, through a tunnel of rapturous applause from the…

GUERNSEY 33 CANTERBURY 33 In a terrific climax a penalty try in the last minute of this National 2 South game gave Canterbury a late…

It is with sadness that we have learned of the death of Neil MacKinnon, player, supporter, businessman and a colourful character during his long association…

An exciting new opportunity has arisen at Canterbury Rugby Football Club (CRFC). We are currently seeking a General Manager to oversee the Club’s daily operations…

CANTERBURY LADIES 49 GUERNSEY LADIES 20 A final home fixture of the season saw a strong victory for Canterbury’s ladies, confirming themselves as champions. Upon…

CANTERBURY 11 ESHER 33 by David Haigh High flying Esher were given a thorough Easter test before keeping their National 2 South title hopes on…

Canterbury RFC are extremely proud to congratulate four of our young players, Harvey Furneaux, Tom Halliday, Will McColl, and Max Halliday, who represented Kent Under-20s.…

WESTCLIFF 19  CANTERBURY 33 by David Haigh This was only the second away victory of the season for an inconsistent Canterbury side so the five…

Canterbury Rugby Club is proud to announce our first signing for the 2022-23 season is current club captain, Jamie Stephens. Jamie Stephens has played through…

Canterbury 3s sealed the league win with a hard fought victory over a fired up and skillful Cranbrook side. Cranbrook had beaten Canterbury on the…

CANTERBURY 24  CLIFTON 38 by David Haigh From riches to rags then almost back again. That was the Canterbury story on a day of swinging…

At Canterbury RFC this past month we have been absolutely staggered by the immense generosity shown by our rugby family, our local community across Kent,…

By John Scurr Sevenoaks 4th 11pt, Canterbury 3rds 15pts Canterbury 3rds make a second half comeback to stay top of their league against a strong…

By John Scurr Faversham 2nds 7pts Canterbury 57pts Canterbury cement their second place league position with an overwhelming win against a well drilled Faversham side.…

REDRUTH 49pts CANTERBURY 10pts by Andy Rogers Not helped by a misfiring line out, and shipping seven tries to one, Canterbury's blunt attack was never…

In an effort to reach the carbon net-zero target by 2050 the UK is committed to planting millions more trees.  Canterbury RFC applied for a…

Canterbury Ladies vs Beccehamian Ladies 45-5 A game of two halves  against Beccehamian. Featuring some really solid defensive plays and sharp lines by the ladies,…

Two sports clubs at opposite ends of England are joining forces to support Ukraine and bring help to the unfolding refugee crisis. Canterbury Rugby Club…

Please help. As the humanitarian crisis unfolds, it is difficult to envisage the hardship the innocents caught up in the conflict are having to endure…

CANTERBURY 30pts HINCKLEY 24pts by David Haigh A red card for centre Tom Best three minutes into the second half could have dealt a fatal…

PAUL BUSHELL – FUNERAL & CELEBRATION OF LIFE – TUESDAY 5TH APRIL 2022 Private Committal, strictly invite only 3.30PM Memorial Service to be held at…

HENLEY HAWKS 12 CANTERBURY 10 by David Haigh For much of this game Canterbury were the better side but were left with just two Dwayne…

CANTERBURY 5ths 39pts WEAVERING 2nds 15pts   A depleted thirteen man Canterbury Zingari side racked with injury and COVID took on a strong physical Weavering…

It is very difficult at the moment not to be overwhelmed by the humanitarian crisis that is unfolding in Ukraine following Russia's recent military incursion.…

CANTERBURY 21 BARNES 12 By David Haigh It was the staying power of a Canterbury side, who came alive in the second half, that sealed…

CANTERBURY 5th 27pts MAIDSTONE VETS 12pts Canterbury were at home in a friendly fixture to old rivals Maidstone Vets who always bring their own style…

Congratulations to our February 300 Club winners! 52 x David Hall 28 x Danny Craig 101 x Dickie Ovenden 207 x Al McClean 43  x…

THANET 3rds 22pts vs CANTERBURY 5ths 32pts Canterbury took on league leaders Thanet Wanderers in miserable conditions at Callis court. The city side struck first…

LEICESTER LIONS 35 CANTERBURY 0 by David Haigh This was the third time this season that Canterbury have been whitewashed and it left Head Coach…

The success story of our unbeaten Colts teams this season has been crowned by international call-ups for two players, Harry Legg and Harrison MacKinnon. Harry…

SIDCUP 2ND 12pts  CANTERBURY PILGRIMS 17pts The Pilgrims travelled to Sidcup for their Invicta A league game with a much-changed side, yet again!. With four…

CANTERBURY 52pts  BARNSTAPLE 22ptsby David HaighAn eight-try blast from Canterbury put the warmth back into a chilly February day as they cruised to a comfortable…

Garry Apps' funeral will be held at Barham Crematorium Tuesday 15th February 2022 at 1.20. After the service, the clubhouse at the Marine Travel ground…

Due to a number of our squad testing positive to Covid, we have regrettably had Saturday’s match vs Hinckley postponed until 07/05. we would like…

A message from Wendy, James, Lucy, and Anne regarding Dave Foster's funeral Dear All As you know we have lost our wonderful husband, dad, and…

DINGS CRUSADERS 32 CANTERBURY 10 by David Haigh Canterbury's inconsistent season goes on as they shipped six tries and in the end, were well beaten.…

CANTERBURY 51pts UKC 2nds 12pts This was the game that experience triumphed over a young athletic side, while the university had the speed the city…

We are looking for experienced and aspiring players who can add to the current playing group and help the club fulfill its ambitions. For players…

UKC 19pts CANTERBURY PILGRIMS 24pts A new look Pilgrims survived a second-half fightback by the students and clung on to claim a tense victory. The…

Congratulations to our January 300 Club winners! 175 x Rob Balicki 201 x Steve Bradley 103 x Alan Willet 112 x Mike Smalley 30  x…

The clubhouse is open from 12 for those that wish to meet beforehand and then again as a celebration of life after saying hello and…

Canterbury RFC Zingari players past and present raised a glass in memory of former players Garry Apps and Dave Foster who both passed away recently.…

CANTERBURY 5th 31pts MAIDSTONE VETS 15pts It was Canterbury who drew first blood in the opening 5 minutes with their wingman Will Rayner side stepping…

CANTERBURY 46pts ROCHFORD HUNDRED 17pts by David Haigh After a bleak start to the New Year this was a resounding statement from a Canterbury side…

CANTERBURY 5th 52pts ASHFORD 3rd 31pts Canterbury struggled against a heavy Ashford pack that looked like it would dominate the game despite Canterbury drawing first blood…

WORTHING 33pts CANTERBURY 19pts by David Haigh Heading into the last quarter of this entertaining contest the scores were level at 19-19 and it was…

Canterbury RFC is sad to announce the sudden loss of a much loved Club member. Garry Apps unexpectedly passed away on Friday aged 57. Garry…

We are deeply saddened to learn David Foster, Canterbury Rugby Club life member has passed away, leaving behind his wife Wendy and two children James…

A message from Ben and Sam Williams with details of their mother, Alison’s, funeral. Funeral details for Mum Dear All Once again, we must beat…

Canterbury Women’s first match of 2022 was a top of the table clash against Blackheath 2s, the only team to have beaten the side this season. Before…

Congratulations to our mighty number 4 Royce Cadman on his 200th appearance for Canterbury 1st XV this weekend. Royce made his league debut against Clifton…

Congratulations to Tom Best on his 250th appearance for Canterbury this weekend. He remembers his first game being against Southend away (2009/10 season), only being…

CANTERBURY 3pts OLD ALBANIAN 12pts by David Haigh Having worked themselves into a decent position, with a solid first half shift, Canterbury let this first…

Canterbury Rugby Club is deeply saddened to hear of the death of Alison. Our condolences go out to her sons, Ben and Sam, and to…

A peaceful and happy Christmas is my hope for everyone associated with the club at the end of a strange and challenging year. Despite the…

A Corker of a Christmas Canterbury Rugby Club has always had a close bond with our, NHS as supporters, players, and even the odd President:…

Congratulations to Guy Hilton on his 100th appearance for Canterbury. His first run out for the team was in the 2013/14 season at home vs…

CANTERBURY 29pts  GUERNSEY 17pts Canterbury gave the Christmas crowd just the present they wanted with this five try, bonus point victory. In a performance that…

The club's Colts have won the inaugural Autumn Kent League with both first and second teams going through the competition unbeaten. The league was made…

1st XV vs Guernsey K.O 2.15pm2nds vs Medway K.O 2pm Due to the new variant of Covid 19 all of the CRFC and Saucy Flo’s staff…

This year our traditional chocolate gifts to the NHS starts again so please donate some chocolate if you are up at the club this weekend.…

CANTERBURY 53pts FAVERSHAM 2nds 26pts Canterbury 5ths took on a physical Faversham side that stretched the cities defensive skills in the first half, however it…

ESHER 26pts CANTERBURY 0pts As the league leaders extended their winning run to seven games that decisive scoreline suggests that Esher had things pretty much…

CANTERBURY 5th 41pts.  DEAL & BETTESHANGER 3rds. 32pts Canterbury welcomed a slightly depleted Deal & Betteshanger side, however, Canterbury was able to make up their…

CANTERBURY 52pts  WESTCLIFF 15pts Canterbury's mission to play free flowing rugby eventually paid handsome dividends against the league's bottom side with centre Frankie Morgan, who…

We are pleased to announce the November 300 Club winners - 225 Barbara Hudgell 27  DM Cowley 151 David Taplin 16  John Braithwaite 149 Mark…

Whilst the world battles to control the Covid pandemic, and considering the new Omicron Variant, Canterbury Rugby Club’s priority remains the health and safety of…

The club is delighted to announce a new sponsorship and community partnership designed to support young players across South East England . It was launched…

CLIFTON 22pts  CANTERBURY 19pts Canterbury might well have fancied their chances of pulling off a surprise victory on a ground where they have seldom tasted…

CANTERBURY 22pts REDRUTH 26pts League leaders Redruth kept up their winning ways but not before they had been pushed all the way by a Canterbury…

Only 5 weeks to go till Christmas and everywhere you look, festive preparations are underway. We are holding a Christmas Fair at the Marine Travel…

Canterbury 5th 5pts.  Thanet 3rds. 35pts Canterbury 5th lost their chance to go top of the table this week against a strong well drilled Thanet…

The first team's National 2 South fixture against Hinckley has been postponed after a playing member of the Canterbury squad tested positive for Covid 19.  …

On this day, the club remembers those who served and those from our rugby family who made the ultimate sacrifice in World War II :…

SIDCUP 2ND 22 CANTERBURY PILGRIMS 34 It wasn't until the second half that Pilgrims were able to break free from a good home side and…

UKC 2nd 14pts Canterbury 5th 19pts The 5ths were severely tested by a youthful and unbeaten Kent University side before they registered their third Kent…

CANTERBURY 10pts HENLEY HAWKS 19pts A pointless day for Canterbury after Hawks ran in a late try to seal victory in a game which often…

BARNES 20pts CANTERBURY 20pts It may have ended all square but Canterbury had to find a shovel and dig themselves out of a hole before…

CANTERBURY 30pts LEICSTER LIONS 27pts To say Canterbury left things late would be an understatement as they snatched this victory deep in stoppage time with…

BARNSTAPLE 10pts  CANTERBURY 22pts A sharper and more focused Canterbury made the most of the Devon sunshine and a firm surface to end a run…

It is with great sadness that the club has learned of the death of former first team captain Roger Clarke.   He died peacefully at home…

OLD ALLEYNIANS 2nd 7pts  CANTERBURY PILGRIMS 40pts All the points came in the first half as Pilgrims eased to their first league victory of the…

CANTERBURY  5th 61pts.  FOLKSTONE 3rds. 0pts The city side never looked in any real danger in their 3rd league match of the season. Folkestone battled…

CANTERBURY 0pts  DINGS CRUSADERS 17pts On a day of extremes, Canterbury looked ill equipped to deal with the gales and rain that swept across the…

PILGRIMS 10pts SEVENOAKS 2nd 44pts Good early pressure from Pilgrims saw Joe Rumsey go over for a try on his debut, the conversion was missed…

AYLESFORD 3rds 38pts - CANTERBURY 5ths 34 pts The Zingari were away to a strong Aylesford side who tested the city side from the outset,…

ROCHFORD HUNDRED 20pts - CANTERBURY 1st XV 19pts A late try could not save Canterbury from their third defeat in four games after a disappointing…

CANTERBURY 5ths 74pts  WHITSTABLE 2nds 19pts The Zingari opened their league season with a convincing win to overcome a strong Whitstable pack that were not…

CANTERBURY 29pts  WORTHING 24pts Canterbury have lift off.  This bonus point victory over a previously unbeaten Worthing could not have been better timed as rugby…

CANTERBURY 5ths 10  LORDSWOOD 10 04.09.21 The Zingari welcomed Lordswood to the Marine Travel Ground in this pre-league friendly. Both sides were desperate to play…

After not getting into their chairs since March 2020, Canterbury Hellfire were able to start their rebuilding program with the first of three taster sessions…

OLD ALBANIAN 29  CANTERBURY 21 Canterbury are still without a league point as they slipped to a second narrow defeat which leaves them in the…

Canterbury Pilgrims scheduled home league match against Old Alleynians this Saturday, September 11th, has been postponed until December 11th. A member of the Alleynians support…

ASHFORD 1st XV 12 CANTERBURY PILGRIMS 7 With eleven players making their senior debut a very young Pilgrims side, which trailed by twelve points at…

Canterbury Rugby is sad to announce the death of Ricky Strange, who died on 2 September 2021 aged 78. Ricky was born in the northeast…

BURY ST EDMUNDS 30 CANTERBURY 22 By Andy Rogers Given an unprecedented and enforced delay of eighteen months it was of huge credit to both…

Canterbury RFC is delighted to be supporting BBC's Make a Difference Kit out the Nation Campaign to help provide sports equipment to children and young…

We are looking forward to welcoming you back to the Marine Travel Ground for registration on Sunday 5th September. Registration will take place in the clubhouse…

Our Chair of the Canterbury Hellfire wheelchair Rugby team, Brian Pitchford, went on Julia George's BBC Radio Kent show, 25/08/2021 to talk about sport for…

The pre-season match against Tunbridge Wells on on Saturday, August 28th has been cancelled. Unfortunately, Tunbridge Wells have pulled out of the fixture for reasons not specified.…

Canterbury 19 Tonbridge Juddians 27 After seventeen months of rugby inaction there was a sense of relief that this pre-season friendly finally lifted the gloom…

We would like to thank all of the stallholders and visitors who came to our craft fair Saturday 7th August despite the atrocious weather conditions.…

It is with great sadness that the club has learned of the death of Gordon Stewart, a long time club member, friend, supporter and highly…

Post-Lockdown Monday Evening On Monday 26 July We are holding our Longest Day Lunch on a shorter day! Afterwards, please join us 6pm to 9pm…

The of launch CT Barbell is rapidly approaching, with the doors due to open on 7th August. CT Barbell is marketed as a no-nonsense strength…

Lots of rugby and football action to cheer at on Wednesday 7th July. Where better to watch it than at Canterbury RFC? The bar will…

Come and join us at the Marine Travel Ground, Canterbury RFC, Merton Lane North Saturday 7 August from 10am to 4pm. There will be a local…

Recent announcement from the National Clubs Association - National League Rugby have launched The National League Rugby Review Show which will cover every round of…

Please see below, a very moving piece from Paul Bushell, long time supporter and sponsor of the club. Dear CRFC community, My name is Paul…

A message to our friends Canterbury Hockey Club, sending condolences for the death of CHC Legend Dick Laslett who was regularly seen too at The…

There is no mistaking the unparalleled focus and commitment Giles Hilton displays when talking about subjects and causes close to his heart. It is clear…

Canterbury RFC would like to congratulate our Chairman, Giles Hilton, for his inclusion in the Queen’s Birthday Honours list, and the award of an MBE…

Dear all, As the 2020-2021 season has been completed and our financial year ended on the 31 May, I guess it's only right to now…

Season(s) with Canterbury RFC 2015/16, 2016/17, 2017/18 Position(s) played Wing         I think at any club I've been at culture has always…

Season(s) with Canterbury RFC 1992/93 and 1993/94 Position(s) played Wing and Full-back         Superb fun on and off the pitch with a…

Please see below, a very moving piece from Yasemin Thompson, wife of our principal sponsor Dave Thompson. As part of the #OneClub family we hope…

Mini and juniors (M&Js) are the lifeblood of the club. Fun is key to the training we offer, as is structure and discipline. Our coaches…

May 4 2019 was one of those days that I remember pretty much every moment up until the final whistle, then there were cheers, hugs,…

The NS2 fixtures list has been released for the 21/22 season. Some great games to be had here - 4 Sep 21 Round 1 Henley…

Season(s) with Canterbury RFC 2012 to 2013 Position(s) played Backrow     I learnt so much in the season that I spent with Canterbury. I…

Season(s) with Canterbury RFC 2011 to 2012 2012 to 2013 2013 to 2014 Position(s) played Winger Canterbury RFC gave me the springboard to go on…

Adult Male Future Competitions Structure from season 2022/23   The RFU Council met Friday 16 April, and has approved three further elements of the Future…

Season(s) with Canterbury RFC 2012 to 2014 Position(s) played Winger   My two seasons at Canterbury were a great experience, originally moving to try and…

What a year it has been. For all of us who have grown up watching apocalypse type films full of doomsday portent, who would have…

Season(s) with Canterbury RFC 2013/2014 Position(s) played Back Row/ Number 3   I remember turning up to pre-season, didn't know a soul, but was made…

Canterbury RFC are sad to report the passing of a great supporter and true friend, Spencer Whiting. He suffered from a recurring medical problem on…

The Women's Six Nations is just around the corner, and if you haven't got your fix of fantasy rugby, why not get involved in our…

Season(s) with Canterbury RFC 2008/2009 Position(s) played Flanker/ Number 8   Canterbury gave me the chance to develop my game in a highly competitive and…

Good news everyone! We are back! Everyone should now have heard from their coaches or captains about the plan for April. Watch this space though…

The curtain has now gone down on the 2021 Guinness Six Nations tournament. As competitions go, this one was anything but predictable with Wales coming…

Sunday 11th, 18th, 25th April Time Slot On the Langton Grass pitches Inside the running track Langton 4G 8.30am-9.55am U-6’s & U-7’s U-8’s & U-9’s…

It has been a frustrating and uncertain time for grass roots sports, and here at Canterbury RFC we are raring to get back into the…

Congratulations to the following January 300 Club winners: David Taplin, Wendy Haigh, Andy Bourne, Nick Kingsman, Andy Davies. The club would also like to thank…

Rugby training can recommence on Wednesday 2 December 2020, at this time we all have to assume that it will be at stage A on the return…

I hope this message finds you all safe and well. Please if any of you are struggling, or know of someone who is, then do not…

Watch England Rugby for free this month and generate revenue for your club  We’re encouraging all members, as well as your family and friends, to…

Hello to you all. Lockdown 2 Please be aware that as of midnight – Sunday 1st November – the Club will close for all formal activity. We will of…