Over 800 Players Set to Participate in Support of Children and Young People with disabilities or facing disadvantage
Surrey, UK – September 2024 – The much-anticipated Vets Fest returns for its fourth consecutive year, bringing together over 800 passionate rugby players from 28 teams across the UK and Ireland. This year’s festival, taking place on Saturday, 28th September, at Old Reigatian RFC, promises to be bigger and better than ever, with a full day of action-packed rugby and community spirit, all in support of Wooden Spoon, the children’s charity of rugby.
From 10:00 am, 16 men’s teams and 12 women’s teams—representing more than 350 rugby clubs—will compete in a series of matches, showcasing the dedication and camaraderie of the vets rugby community. The event will be highlighted by the presence of some of rugby’s finest, including ex-international players Tim Visser, Gill Burns, Andy Powell and Tom Varndell, who will be lending their support to this heartwarming cause.
Vets Fest is proud to have OMERTA as the headline sponsor this year, whose support is instrumental in making the event a reality. The festival aims to raise over £100,000 for Wooden Spoon, which will help transform the lives of children and young people with disabilities or facing disadvantage through the power of rugby.
” Vets Fest is not just about playing rugby, it’s about the power of this incredible sport to unite communities and make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and young people with disabilities or facing disadvantage. We’re incredibly grateful to everyone involved—players, volunteers, and sponsors like OMERTA—who help us raise crucial funds for children who need our help. It’s going to be a fantastic day of rugby and celebration”
Matt Mitchell, Rugby and Communities manager, Wooden Spoon.
Event Details:
- Date: Saturday, 28th September 2024
- Time: 10:00 am – Late
- Venue: Old Reigatian RFC, Park Lane, Reigate, Surrey, RH2 8JX
- Tickets: Available at the gate
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