The Vale of Lune Rugby Union Football Club in Lancaster is preparing for the summer months by bringing back its popular Summer Social Touch Rugby programme. The club announced the return of the sessions on 30 March 2026, with club press officer Amanda Coleman confirming that preparations for the upcoming activities are now underway.
The programme offers a casual way for adults of any experience level to get involved in the sport. The sessions focus on non-contact rugby, a format endorsed by England Rugby as a way to allow people to play regardless of their age, fitness, or ability. Participants do not need to register to take part in these non-contact sessions, making it a straightforward entry point for beginners or those returning to the game.
Founded in 1900, the club has been based at Powderhouse Lane since 1905 and remains a central part of the local sporting community. In addition to these new summer sessions, the club continues to support a wide range of teams, including junior squads from Under 6s to Under 16s, the Vale Valkyries girls’ teams, and a ladies’ team. The organisation also participates in wider community initiatives such as This Girl Can and SOS Kit Aid.
The return of the summer programme follows a successful season for the club, which saw its Senior Colts team win the MOTiQ North West Colts League, Conference C, without losing a single match. The club continues to operate its first team in the Regional 2 North West league, supported by a recent sponsorship partnership with the law firm Brabners.
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