Clevedon 32 Burnham-on-Sea 17

13th October 2025

After last week's leaning contest, this game was the complete opposite.

The scrummages were full-bore and ferocious from the start. Clevedon dominated the early scrums and after a strong nudge fifteen yards out they scored a great try through veteran scrum half, Joe Williams after four minutes.

Burnham-on-Sea, joining the league this season from Counties 1, didn't think much of that start from Clevedon and four minutes later scored a try of their own to level the scores.

With play from both sides having an attacking intent this game was one for the highlight reel. Play ebbed back and forth with Clevedon increasing their scoreline through the ever-impressive centre Tom Maton and winger Alfie Harrison.

Of course there were mistakes from both sides, caused by the uncompromising defence and relentless pace of the game but this just added to the excitement of a closely fought game.

Near the half time whistle, BOS-RFC scored a converted try to cut Clevedon's lead to 5 points. A penalty from Sol Scrace, shortly afterwards, made the score 20-12 at the break.

The second half began with BOS-RFC kicking a penalty taking their tally to 15 points and only 5 points behind. That was the last of their scoring though, no matter how hard they tried, as Clevedon began to tighten things up despite a two yellow card disadvantage.

Impressively, Clevedon scored two more tries through player-coach Nick Carpenter-Brooks, after a fab break by Alfie, and a proper forwards try through veteran second row-prop, Ollie Jones.

Stoppages and injuries meant this game finished a wee bit late, but as it was one of those games you didn't want to stop, it was alright as the first pint tasted even better!

MOTM William "Trolly" Trollope didn't think so, he would've liked it to finish earlier so he could slink on home to a nice, warm, bubbly, fragrant bath before getting into his pymmies for an early night. Keep it going trolly!

Next week, Clevedon are away to Avon for a 15:00 kick off, while the Saxons are at home to Winscombe II.

Clevedon v. Burnham-on-Sea

10th October 2025

The Saxons are away to Old Sulians and both kick offs are at 15:00. You can view the squads here on Instagram.

Clevedon 38 Oldfield Old Boys 0

5th October 2025

Clevedon, despite the game-long uncontested scrums, found it difficult to dominate without their powerful scrum in action. However, the catch and drive was more fruitful and with Gilly's rampaging (2 tries) and Alfie's neat footwork (2 tries), Clevedon were able to keep the scoreboard operative busy.

Clevedon had plenty of opportunities, squandered a few but still scored six tries, one each for Captain Jack and the returning Ethan Thomas, to win comfortably in the end.

Throughout the game, Oldfield tackled really well and disrupted the Clevedon backline when play was from the static scrums. That Oldfield opted for scrums at penalty time, which they wouldn't have done otherwise, said a lot about the farcical situation.

Nevertheless, Oldfield travelled to play and at times they did. Unfortunately, they then met Clevedon's resolute defence that stpped them gaining any sort of momentum.

This was, without doubt, the most bizzare match you will ever see and the dearth of contested scrummages detracted from the spectacle it should've been. Rugby League is what it was! With the wind howling the comical kicks to touch at least added to the entertainment and the home crowd went to the bar happy.

A mention must go to MOTM, player-coach Nick Carpenter Brooks, whose senior Clevedon debut went very well despite not playing for some time. With his telling breaks and his marshaling of the team, Clevedon were able to keep a plucky Oldfield side at bay.

Another home game next week against Burnham-on-Sea, kick off at 15:00.

Clevedon v. Oldfield Old Boys

3rd October 2025

Kick offs are at 14:30 and you can view the squads here on Instagram.

St Mary's 43 Clevedon 14

Counties 2 Championship Cup Round 1

10th September 2025

Clevedon once again fielded a couple of last year's colts for their debuts. Centre Eesan Hussain and hooker Oliver White joined two of their old colts team mates, who had enjoyed their debuts two games previously. Ethan Thomas returned after more than a year out with injury and ended up going the full eighty.

The bench also featured Fergus Cole who was returning from his year long layoff and Brian Largenton who hasn't played since last season.

The rainfall just before kickoff suited Clevedon's gnarly old pack, because they scored within the first 5 minutes from a lineout catch and drive to go 0-7 up.

"Here we go then" thought the travelling supporters, which was a wee bit premature to say the least!

That was the only decent lineout Clevedon won all game. At subsequent lineouts, Mary's chucked someone up every time to steal the ball, allowing their dangerous backline to practice their moves.

However, if Mary's were hoping to use their scrums to start their attacks, they were in for a surprise. Clevedon's pack was so dominant that Mary's had to resort to uncontested scrums in the second half. Prop injuries and yellow cards, sustained as a result of Clevedon's brutal scrummaging hindered the away side, but helped the home side.

Despite their pack superiority, Clevedon could not prevent the speedy and skilful Mary's backs from running riot, even from their chaotic scrums.

The Mary's scrum half and number eight combined well, in the circumstances, to extract the ball from their fast retreating scrums. Consequently, the Mary's backs had plenty of scoring opportunities, handling the ball well with Clevedon's woeful defence aiding and abetting them.

It wasn't supposed to be like this!

St Mary's Old Boys deserved this win and move on to the next round. Good luck to them.

There are no senior games scheduled for next weekend.

St Mary's v. Clevedon

19th September 2025

The teams for this weekend have been announced and can be found here on Instagram.

Clevedon last visited (as far as memory serves, that is!) St. Mary's Old Boys in the leagues, way back in the 2009-2010 season when we were both in South West One West.

Clevedon did the double over them that season, winning 14-23 away and 60-13 at home, which didn't help their relegation fight that they eventually lost.

That was a shame because Clevedon had enjoyed many close encounters with them in both league and cup matches. On balance, Mary's had the edge over those encounters and could probably claim bragging rights this weekend. Whether they do or not is a moot point as none of the players involved back then will be playing (maybe Joe Williams?).

Both clubs are in equivalent Counties 2 leagues and this match could be sold as a Gloucester v. Somerset match - if you want to stretch the rivalry that far, that is!

The Saxons have no game this weekend, so please get on up to St. Mary's for your rugby entertainment.

Please note that the kick off time is 14:30.

Clevedon 36 Imperial 7

14th September 2025

The last time Clevedon visited West Town Lane to play imperial, it was a game to forget.

On arriving pitchside, the strong cross wind and the threat of rain, allied to a very large Imperial team, caused a few palpitations amongst the visiting old fellas.

They thought that if the game got soggy it was going to be close. As it was, a single short shower (justifying their umbrellas) was the only set back. Thankfully, it stayed dry and windy.

Imperial started the game at full tilt and Clevedon had to work hard for the first half hour against a large and committed home team.

It was Clevedon's impressive defence that kept their try line intact. Imperial threw all sorts of attacks at them and were frustrated by Clevedon's sheer stubborness and willingness to soak up pressure.

With the strong cross wind having a say, Clevedon eventually found themselves in Imperial's 22. After a strong scrum and a few bashups, centre Tom Maton scored Clevedon's opening try, converted by Sol Scrace.

This seemed to antagonise Imperial who came back strongly to score a try of their own, with the ref scrambling on all fours to confirm it, right on the half time whistle, 7-7.

Clevedon's half time talk had a positive, energising effect as centre Will Egerton scored the first of his two tries three minutes after the restart, which was converted, 7-14.

As Imperial tired the Clevedon pack began to dominate allowing MOTM Egerton to score his second, followed shortly by a try for colt debutant Adam Geldart, 7-26 after 60 minutes.

Although the bench was emptied, an ankle injury to replacement backrow Lewis O'Brien meant a pack reshuffle with prop Oli Jones going into the second row and Joe Wood slipping into blindside. Joe by the way must've promised the Imperial chucker-inner a few pints as he kept picking off his throw ins, which allowed Clevedon more attacking opportunities to tire Imperial out.

As a result of Woodies plundering, Tom Maton scored his second try and Alex Giltrow scored his just before the final whistle for a resounding 7-36 away win for Clevedon.

In the end, Clevedon won this game with room to spare as Imperial tired and the passes began to click. The coaching staff, players and supporters were chuffed to bits that a potential bananna skin of a game was over.

Next week, Clevedon have a Counties 2 Championship Cup match away against their old rivals, St May's Old Boys.

Weave's match pics can be found here.

Other match pics can be found here.

Clevedon Saxons 33 Bristol Harlequins 22

14th September 2025

Clevedon Saxons, under the captaincy of Warren "Wozza" Taylor, were victorious in a game that had nine tries, with Wozza scoring the Saxons last one in his usual barnstorming style.

Without doubt, this was a very good win for the Saxons and I expect Tucker & McGuigan were over the moon with their first win of the season. They awarded Christopher Wilson the MOTM award.

This game was also the first senior game for another Clevedon colt, Eesa Hussein. The youthful Clevedon pipeline is paying dividends now and it all bodes well for the future as Clevedon become the community club to play at.

Come on down and join in the fun!!

The Ghost of Cobweb Corner

15th September 2025

Where to begin?

It could be the pick up mix up with a car load of oldies whose combined ages were over 300 years...

... OR

... the exchange of opinions pitchside with the ref by a couple of club legends...

... OR

... the pitchside banter with the a former Clevedon Colt who was the Imperial flyhalf.

Decisions, decisions!

Instgram News

15th September 2025

R.I.P. Neil Hutton

10th September 2025

Funeral Arangements Announced

Neil's funeral and celebration of his life will be held at 12 noon on Thursday, 25th September at South Bristol Crematorium, BS13 7AS and afterwards at Clevedon Rugby Club, BS21 6PF.

Please wear something bright and colourful.

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Clevedon v. Imperial

12th September 2025

The three teams for this weekend have been announced and can be found here on Instagram.

Last season when Clevedon visited Imperial they got well and truly beaten, and will be looking to avenge that defeat with bells on.

The returning player-coach Giltrow will be keen to make his mark and keep the team going for the full eighty to ensure this happens!

If you can't travel to Imperial, make sure you visit The Vale for the Saxons game against Bristol Harlequins.

Both games are a 15:00 kick off.

Clevedon 26 Hornets II 14

7th September 2025

Despite some disruptions during the week and in the pre-match warmup, Clevedon played with heart and committment and definitely deserved their win over near neighbours, Hornets.

The weather was warm, sunny and very windy from the scout hut end. Not sure who won the toss but Clevedon were playing with the conditions in the first half, and used them to good effect.

They scored three first half tries through Charles Tucker(2) and Callum Fear to lead 21-0 at the break. An impressive scoring start to the season.

Clevedon fielded four debutants in this game; two of last season's colts in Charlie Andrews (wing) and Sol Scrace (flyhalf). Both had great games that belied their youthful inexperience on their debuts.

The other two debutants, Tom Maton (centre) and Luke Collins (centre), joined the club during the summer and proved their worth with some devastating defence and flair that kept Hornets on the back foot.

After half time and at 21 nil down, Hornets stepped up their game with the wind and threatened to make an unlikely come back. They turned Clevedon over at crucial times and had second half territorial advantage. They scored after 60 minutes, with a well worked try in the corner.

Despite Hornets pushing for their second try, Clevedon responded 15 minutes later with a well worked try of their own, through Edd Ryder for a scoreline of 26-7.

As Clevedon were pressing for a fifth try, a missed pass in the oppositions 22 allowed Hornets to score their second converted try through a breakaway in the the last minute, which left prop Blaise stranded on the halfway line. The final whistle went and he had to jog back to shake hands after a game long stint at prop - good job Blaise. A good all round performance from which Clevedon have learnt a lot.

This was a good all round performance and a very good start from Clevedon who travel to Imperial next week hoping to build on this emphatic win.

Match pics can be found here.

Match timeline highlights from Pitchero can be found here.

The Ghost of Cobweb Corner

7th September 2025

His legacy lives on...

Years ago past president Michael Thomas was not afraid to poke fun at anyone for whatever reason. With that in mind, the practice will be resurrected forthwith!

First of all, to get a mention, you have to go above and beyond and do something that really stands out.

Therefore, without any shadow of doubt, the first recipient of this accolade is former Royal Marine, Jim McVeigh for his sartorial elegance. No ifs and definitely no buts!

He was snapped, pitch side, during this week's home game and immediately stood out from the crowd with his colourful ensemble.

A point in his favour is, of course, his Club Blazer that is now available for ordering from the president, Alan Crane. Jim is an approachable type, so if you want to ask him about it, please do so and he'll pass your enquiry on.!

Clevedon v. Hornets II

5th September 2025

The Clevedon selection panel have made their choices for the first home game of the season against Hornets, as you'll see from the pic.

Once again, Clevedon, skippered by Jack Crew, will be raring to go on a softened Vale pitch and provide some entertainment for the crowds that are sure to visit. Kick off is at 15:00.

See you all there.

Post match there will be a beach party night for those of you hardy enough to wear your budgies.

League Rugby Begins

1st September 2025

If you come down to The Vale ...

Clevedon begin their league campaign against Hornets II at 15:00 on Saturday, 6th September.

They have some new and returning players, who will be waiting to see if they've been selected after a couple of months training to impress. Nervous times for them all.

Visit the club Instagram account for more info.

The pitch has been like the Serengeti all summer long but will be in tip-top condition come matchday, after some serious work by the ground staff. Make sure you buy them a pint.

... you'll sure get a big surprise!

See you there.

RFU Community Cup Draw

1st September 2025

Counties 2 Championship

Clevedon have drawn St Mary's Old Boys in the first round of the RFU Counties 2 Championship cup.

A very old rivalry will resume on Saturday, 20th September away at Trench Lane and follows two testing league matches for Clevedon, the first against Hornets seconds this weekend and then Imperial away the week after.

Cup fun this early in the season - what's going on?