Poppy Sword Challenge Weekend

Sat 08 Nov 2025 11:56

The Poppy Sword Challenge and the Club's official acts of remembrance take pace alongside an active rugby weekend for Rockcliff.

The Colts face Northern for the Poppy Dagger trophy at 11.30 am this Saturday 8th November, followed by the official Act of Remembrance with the Royal British Legion at 2pm. Then the First XV takes on Westoe for league points and the Poppy Sword Trophy at 2pm.

On Sunday 9th November, the Roses look to maintain their excellent start to the season when they visit Consett. Kick off is at 2pm

news articles

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