Walking Rugby @ The Vale
14th April 2026
Walking Rugby @ The Vale
14th April 2026
Chew Valley II 33 Clevedon 27
12th April 2026
Where to begin with this report?
This was only the third league win for Chew Valley II to date and probably their best performance of the season with a team that belied their current league standings.
Clevedon on the other hand had a team shorn of several players who appeared in the epic midweek floodlit game last week. Nevertheless, they had the talent to have won this close game but somehow devised a way to make errors at critical times. Twice they got themselves back to within two points, only to let Chew Valley back into the game and stretch their lead. Their converted 69th minute try proving crucial.
With time running out and the scoreboard clock stopped on zero minutes left (it doesn't stop when the ref does!) Clevedon opted to kick a penalty to secure the losing bonus in the forlorn hope that it might help with their title ambitions.
It was one of those games that felt like Clevedon were trying to replicate a good night out only for it to be a disappointment. The effort and commitment were there but not the accuracy nor the hwyl that Clevedon usually play with. Nevermind, eh? It was a gritty performance nonetheless against third from bottom Chew Valley.
There are only two games left in the league season. Clevedon can realistically say goodbye to top spot and concentrate on consolidating their second position by ensuring they win them both in style.
They also have two finals to look forward to, so the season could end on a real high once the league situation is decided.
Next week, Clevedon entertain third placed Minehead who beat them ealier in the season. It should be a close affair and Clevedon will look to avenge that loss at The Vale.
Frampton Cotterell v Clevedon
Bristol Combination Vase Final
10th April 2026
Clevedon will play their Bristol Combination Vase Final against Frampton Cotterell on the 12th May, at Clifton RFC.
Frampton are currently lying third in the Counties 2 Tribute Ale Gloucestershire league three points behind St Mary's. This promises to be a stern test for Clevedon against a team sitting in a league above with a 15 from 19 playing record.
Imperial v Clevedon
Somerset County Vase Final
12th April 2026
Clevedon will play Imperial in the Somerset County Vase Final on Wednesday, 29th April at Tor RFC, 19:30 kick off.
Matchday Squads
11th April 2026
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The first XV are away to Chew Valley IIs for a 14:00 kick off and the Saxons are at home to Bristol Telephones for a 15:00 kick off.
Coaching Continuity
10th April 2026
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About Last Week
10th April 2026
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Clevedon 25 Bristol Saracens 0
2nd April 2026
Clevedon had the fright and fight of their lives in this floodlit Bristol Combination Vase Semi-Final at The Vale, against Counties 3 league winners, Bristol Saracens.
From the start Saracens attacked with Clevedon defending well in their own 22 and stopping everything Saracens threw at them. Against the run of play and in the tenth minute, Clevedon scored a try through Charlie Andrews to lead 5-0.
From the kick off Clevedon were put under tremendous pressure and gave away two kickable penalties that were missed by the Saracens kicker, one of them hitting the post.
However, Saracens kept banging away and Clevedon kept banging them back with a very physical defence. Clevedon did win turnover penalties but the usually reliable E.T. inexplicably missed his touches (maybe it was the lights, who knows?), giving Saracens more attacking opportunities.
For a full thirty minutes, Clevedon had to defend in their own 22 and if this had been televised, the bottom lefthand corner would have Clevedon's tackle count off the charts. As for territory and possession, Clevedon were way down in the percentages.
Half time couldn't come soon enough and when it did, Clevedon reset and began attacking themselves towards the scout hut. The only excitement the Sulley end had all evening was Clevedon's early try. Perhaps it was darker that end, who knows?
The second half started with Clevedon scoring an early try through Zander Harding and from then on, it was Clevedon's turn to attack to score three more tries in the 57th (Ethan Thomas), 72nd (Jonny Hicks) and in th 78th minute Will Egerton went completed Clevedon's scoring for 25-0 win.
That scoreline does not reflect the game stats and in the end the marshalling of Clevedon's effort was a huge team affair. Every player knew they'd been in a proper old dogfight of a match and credit to Saracens for nearly causing a home defeat for Clevedon. You can see why they have already been promoted for next season and good luck to them.
A huge thank you to Prolectric for supplying four portable light towers to illuminate proceedings.
What a night for everyone concerned and especilay all the players who put everything into this match in front of a huge crowd on a chilly evening.
Match Evening Squad
1st April 2026
The first XV are at home to Bristol Saracens this evening for a 19:45 kick off.
Clevedon 97 Keynsham II 5
28th March 2026
This was Clevedon's first home game since the 10th January when they played Imperial in a double-header and won.
Since then, there have been three walkovers, one postponement, four away games and two free weekends due to various factors and reasons. Nevertheless, this probably helped to keep them Clevedon fresh and injury free. Thankfully the Six Nations helped keep the bar and socials ticking over.
Despite the lengthy enforced home sabbatical, Clevedon served up a treat to a modest crowd, who were kept highly entertained by their free-flowing and attacking rugby.
Fifteen tries says it all and to describe the game as anything other than a rout would be doing it a disservice.
It started two minutes into the game when Trolly trundled over from twenty metres out to score under the posts. Thereafter, Clevedon scored fourteen more tries at regular intervals with eleven different scorers in all that you can view on the Pitchero site.
As the points tally ticked up, Clevedon were sometimes guilty of trying get as many players on the scoresheet as possible with passes that didn't need to be passed; if you know what I mean, guv!
Regardless of this understandable charity, this was a truly emphatic display and considering that Clevedon had three current Colts and two from last season's Colts in the matchday squad, it was all the more impressive for that. Henry Humphries at 6, Malin Reed at 9, Louis Fear at 10, Charlie Andrews 16(wing) and Tom Dommett at 17 (8) all played well and showed an encouraging enthusiasm for senior rugby.
Keynsham didn't have an answer but did score a try when Clevedon dropped a pass attempting to get their ninth try in the 55th minute. A minor aberration on a sunny and cold afternoon and one that Clevedon brushed off before continuing their try-fest.
There was danger near the end of the match when the 2 digit scoreboard was under threat. With the score on 97, the ref whistled for the end of the match to save Clevedon the embarrassment of their inferior scoreboard.😉
Clevedon's next game is at home to Bristol Saracens in the Bristol Combination Vase semi-final on Wednesday (1st April) evening, 19:45 kick off.
Please get on down to The Vale for the first ever home match under lights. It promises to be a great and unique occasion.
Matchday Squad
27th March 2026
The first XV are at home to Keynsham II for a 14:30 kick off. The Saxons have a week off.
Wednesday Night Lights
27th March 2026
The first XV are due to play Bristol Saracens at home on the 1st April, for a 19:45 kick off.
The Vale will be fully illuminated courtesy of our partner Proletric.
A huge thank you to our partners at Prolectric for answering our SOS and stepping in to support the club when we needed it most.
Thanks to their expertise and commitment, we're proud to host our first ever competitive floodlit match at Coleridge Vale.
Their backing has helped us take a big step forward as a club. The "Wednesday Night Lights" occasion simply wouldn't be possible without them.
Presentation and Dinner Dance
27th March 2026
The Presentation and Dinner Dance evening will be held on Friday 22nd May 2026 at Clevedon Hall.
Tickets are available from behind the bar in the clubhouse and they'r being taken up at asteady pace. Secure yours before it's too late.
St Bernadette's 24 Clevedon 48
23rd March 2026
Clevedon are just a point behind league leaders Burnham-on-Sea with both clubs having four games left to play. The points difference won't come in to play, which has been widened by the walkovers Clevedon have been given, with no game points being awarded.
Nevertheless, Clevedon maintained their one league point disadvantage after a big scare at St Bernadette's this week.
Clevedon raced out to a 17 point lead after twenty minutes, courtesy of three tries. The first was by Olly Jones from very short range, the second one was from centre Ozzy James after a long range, mazy run and the third from winger Tom Wills (last game of the season) from very long range. Those last two tries had the home side bamboozled by sheer speed and agility of them both.
It was a great start from Clevedon who looked the better side, despite some inexplicable scrummaging failures. An unfortunate and untimely yellow card for O'Brien allowed St Bernadette's to capitalise and score seven points whilst he was in the bin, 7-17.
Almost immediately that Clevedon had resumed full strength than second row Ryder was carded, for a ruck infringement.
St Bernadette's took advantage and scored two forwards try near the posts, for a 17-17 halftime scoreline after a 48 minute first half.
Clevedon were bewildered! The half time discussion must have been a robust affair that obviously fired up young Zander Harding who scored the next two tries, 17-31.
From that point on, Clevedon were in complete control and scored three more tries through Crew, Tucker and Largenton with Thomas slotting three of them.
A yellow card apiece in the 77th minute seemed to galvanise St B's who scored their fourth and bonus point try with a minute on the clock.
A final scoreline of 24-48 showed the dominance of Clevedon and the resiliance of the home side who lie fifth in the table. Good luck to them for their remaining matches, especially their home tie against the league leaders this weekend!
A special mention must go to two colts who debuted this weekend. Henry Humphries starting at 6 and Tom Dommett from the bench, who both looked like they are destined for extended runs in the near future. Well done, lads!
Matchday Squads
20th January 2026
The first XV are away to St. Bernadette's Old Boys and the Saxons are away to Gordano II. Both games are a 14:30 kick off.
Six Nations 2026
Round 5
15th March 2026
Congratulations to John Murray, aka John Murphy, who has won this year's Six Nations club fund raising competition with a 13 from 15 record. He narrowly beat Roger Gazzard, also 13 for 15, by 40 points difference.
The other four prize winners all had a 12 from 15 record with their chosen points total deciding their positions.
The £252 in the prize fund will be split as follows:
At the discretion of the organisers, the £2 wooden spoon prize goes to Sizzler's Spoons and not Sad Singe who was obviously hoping every game would be a draw 😉
All prize monies will be forwarded at the earliest opportunity.
The remaining money will boost club funds, so thank you to everyone who entered this year, in what was an eventful competition.
Cheers, Weave & Crunch
Clevedon v. Avon
13th March 2026
Clevedon's First XV have been given a home walkover by Avon, who couldn't raise a side, not even for a friendly.
Clevedon get the five points and stay second with the points difference gap increasing for Burnham.
It'll be one game in eight weeks by the time Clevedon play St. Bernadettes on the 21st and not one game at home in all that time!
Anyway, put your disappointment on hold and get down to the club for an exciting conclusion to the Six Nations and do your bit for the bar takings.
Clevedon Saxons 32 Old Reds III 19
9th March 2026
On a damp and grey Saturday afternoon Clevedon Saxons where looking to record their first win of the year, writes Neil Tucker.
After several very close games in 2026 that elusive victory still evaded them.
Unfortunately, Olds Reds were unable to raise a front row so the game itself was already won but the Saxons still went into battle full of gusto and in confident mood.
The early exchanges were even but Clevedon soon took the lead through their very own Flamed Haired Assassin Ed Ryder Smith who ghosted over for the first try, sadly no conversion.
Old Reds soon rallied the troops and levelled the score at 5-5 so it was game on.
Clevedon soon found their groove and it was that man Ryder-Smith again who broke through the rear guard of Old Reds to score his second try after some fine work from the Clevedon back line.
Now this is when the game turned into a see-saw game. We score, they score etc... etc... much to the frustration of the Clevedon management and coaching staff but some choice and elaborate words from the touch line seemed to do the trick and it wasn't long before Charlie Andrews glided over for the third Clevedon try.
Now Clevedon were cooking on gas. Jack Davey gathered a kick from Joey Tucker to race in (not under the posts) and then that man Charlie Andrews raced over for his second try, unfortunately no one had bought their kicking boots so the extras went begging.
Old Reds were not out of the battle and scored a further two more tries, which meant they were getting very close to the Clevedon score, so it was time to step up, and step up they did, shutting down any Old Reds attack and limiting them to just the three tries with the final say going to Clevedon. It was that man again, our Ginger Prince Ed Ryder-Smith who fittingly rounded off the game with another fine try, which this time was converted by the pocket rocket Matt Northcott.
A fine yet, disjointed performance by the Saxons but it was the win they wanted and it was the win they got, with a man of the match performance from ERS.
The win was celebrated in the clubhouse with a post match grazing board of cold meats, a variety of cheeses and a fine selection of crackers with a special coaches drink for all the scorers; who knew a shot of vinegar would be winners drink !!!
Neil Tucker
Part-time raconteur and wit.
Six Nations 2026
Round 4
9th March 2026
All change at the top with John Murphy (11 from 12) now looking down at the previous table toppers with last round's topper, Linda Howard down to fifth.
As you see, he correctly predicted that Scotland would beat France and Italy would beat England for the first time - clairvoyant or what?
Next week's results could see a change at the top and in the first six prize winning positions.
Are Wales going to beat Italy? Will England turn their bad form around and will Scotland win the triple Crown and the championship?
Check back next week to find out.
Castle Cary 5 Clevedon 58
1st March 2026
Clevedon came out of hibernation to play their first game in 5 weeks and within 2 minutes were notching up their first try through Brian Largenton, unfortunately missed by the tardy photographer.
Ozzy James was next on the score sheet 3 minutes later and the aforementioned photographer just managed to snap Ozzy on his triumphant run back to his own half. His first try for Clevedon in 10 years.
With several younger players departing for their gap years, Clevedon displayed an impressive cohesion in the backline and looked very slick indeed, creating all sorts of mayhem.
Clevedon got their try bonus point (one each for Guy Prideaux and Charlie Tucker) after 16 minutes, scored one more (Ethan Thomas) on the half hour and then remained scoreless for the next twenty.
The last 10 minutes of the first half was all Castle Cary who tried everything but couldn't thwart the strong Clevedon defence.
After the break it was a different story as Castle Cary started with a lot more intent and deserved their only try after 42 minutes. Clevedon's half time chit chat didn't do the magic that it usually does as they fell into a sort of "we've got this game won mode" but after that Cary score, Clevedon reverted to type, scoring through Ed Ryder after 50 minutes.
A bizarre penalty try was awarded to Clevedon 5 minutes later for "ungentlemanly conduct". Ryder was five yards out and would've barged his way over but a call from the Castle Cary scrum half meant that he passed the ball to the opposition instead. The ref wasn't happy and Clevedon were awarded the 7 points.
The next two tries came from Ozzy James (MOTM) scorching down the wing, breaking tackles willy nilly and generally enjoying himself. A far cry from his first return match played during the Ingrid storm mayhem at Burnham.
The last word was from Brian Largenton who finished the game off as he started with one of his trade mark tries.
Overall, the five week break helped Clevedon on the injury front, but unfortunately they picked up some more. Cal Fear had a very nasty gash on his knee from a stone in the pitch, Blaise Bosley sustained a friendly fire stud in the eye and Dave Downey damaged his shoulder. With a two week break (Rebels were due) until Clevedon play Avon at home, there's some hope they'll recover in time.
A good return to form for Clevedon, which leaves them still in second place, 6 points behind B-o-S with a game in hand and with only 6 games left it's gonna be tight at the top.
Six Nations 2026
Round 3
22nd February 2026
All hail leader Linda Howard who is the only one in the competition with an impressive 9 from 9 record, and looks on course to seal the deal. The other five places (top 6 win a prize) are up for grabs as you'll see if you analyse the table for yourself.
Castle Cary v. Clevedon
27th February 2026
Clevedon's First XV are away to Castle Cary for a 14:30 kick off.
When this game starts, it will have been five weeks since they last played due to scheduled blank weekends, waterlogged pitches(1) and walkovers(2). At least the enforced rest will have helped on the injury recovery front after that attritional game at Burnham-on-Sea.
Unfortunately, the Saxons away game at Bristol Harlequins has been postponed. The Colts are away to Chard on Sunday.
200 Club Draw
27th February 2026
The winners are...
Please arrange payment of prizes by contacting Jim McVeigh or Cruncher Crane.
Six Nations 2026
Round 3
22nd February 2026
All hail leader Linda Howard who is the only one in the competition with an impressive 9 from 9 record, and looks on course to seal the deal. The other five places (top 6 win a prize) are up for grabs as you'll see if you analyse the table for yourself.
St Bernadette's concede
Somerset County Vase
18th February 2026
St. Bernadette's have conceded the Somerset County Vase quarter final that was due to be played under lights at Fulford Road this Friday (20th).
Clevedon now progress to the semi-final against either Burnham-on-Sea or Combe down, who play their match this weekend.
This means that Clevedon will have gone five weeks without a game by the time they play Castle Cary away on the 28th February.
With all the weather disruption and the postponed matches causing mayhem throughout the leagues, Rebels Rugby have quietly their abandoned their efforts in this Counties 2 league. Any results and points difference that may or may not have been acquired have been discarded. This is now an eleven team league.
We wish them luck for the future.
Six Nations 2026
Round 2
15th February 2026
After the completion of round 2 this afternoon there are only seven people left with all six results correct.
Top of the leaderboard is Southmead born Welshman, Bob Thomas who has clearly decided to choose with his head and not his heart!
If Ireland and Wales both win next week, there will be only two people with a full house, providing France beat Italy next Sunday.
Factoid: Scotland were not the bookies favourite to beat England with only 41 out of 252 entrants expecting them to do so, or 16.269% for you statos out there!
More excitement next week.
Six Nations 2026
Round 1
8th February 2026
Round 1 has been completed and for over 200 entrants it didn't go too well with most of them choosing Scotland over Italy.
As it was, only 48 people have got the 3 wins and will be looking forward to continuing their winning streak next week. The most unlikely entry in that top 48 is Finn Wilkinson...
...because he's a dog and a very clever one at that!
Thanks for entering everyone.
Nostalgia Time
3rd February 2026
Clevedon player-coach Nick Carpenter-Brooks is back at The Vale ten years after he made his Championship debut for Bristol and what an influence he's had on Clevedon's performances this season.
He's a modest chap and wouldn't brag about his playing past, so please listen to his 2015 post-match interview on the Bristol YouTube site here.
A month later he was playing for Bristol down in Penzance against the Cornish Pirates alongside an up and coming Ellis Genge. His centre partner was Gavin Henson who back in the day was more affectionately referred to as Mr Charlotte Church!
Highlights of the match are on the Bristol YouTube site here.
Photos from that match can be found here.
Yatton Colts 7 Clevedon Colts 17
1st February 2026, 16:30
Clevedon 1st XV were gameless this Saturday as Keynsham seconds cried off and conceded a home walk over. This means that Clevedon were awarded 5 points for a win and leap to the top of the table by 4 points without breaking sweat.
Clevedon Colts won a highly entertaining match despite the very muddy and soggy conditions at The Park.
Yatton scored first playing down the slope and it was a cracker of a backline move - slick handling all the way to the winger who touched down under the posts for a 7-0 lead after ten minutes or so.
Shortly after that, Clevedon Colts, through their dominant forwards, scored their own converted try for a 7-7 scoreline. Just before the end of the first half, despite a yellow card, they scored again with a lovely blindside move in the top lefthand corner for a deserved 7-12 lead.
The second half was attritional as both sides got close but couldn't hang on the ball. The penalty count increased and took its toll and it was from a penalty kick to touch that Clevedon score their third try. The resulting lineout drive and some intense forward work enabled Clevedon Colts to increase their lead to 7-17.
That was where it stayed as the players became indistinguishable, the pitch became a quagmire and further scores were hard to come by.
A good win on the road for Clevedon Colts.