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Now in its third year, the Rugby Festival, organised by Mr Matt Kearle, Director of Rugby, and Miss Katie Rosser-Evans, Rugby Ambassador, with support from the Events Office, continues to be a highlight of our calendar. Last year, we were thrilled to welcome over 50 attendees and enjoy a festival filled with great rugby and fantastic weather!
This event is a wonderful opportunity to reconnect with old friends, make new memories and celebrate the spirit of camaraderie that defines our community. Whether you’re taking part on the pitch, cheering from the sidelines or catching up with fellow alumni, your presence will help make the day truly special.
There will also be external caterers on site serving pizza and ice cream, available to purchase. Please feel free to bring your own food, a picnic blanket to sit on, and any other refreshments to enjoy throughout the day.
We hope you’ll join us for another exciting day of rugby, fun and community!
How to Participate:
Event Details:
Date: Saturday 5th September 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Venue: School Field, Reading School
Schedule of the Day:
10:00 – Arrival
10:30 – 11:00 – Touch Rugby Game
We’ll kick off the day with a touch rugby match, ideal for those who prefer a less intense game or just want to enjoy the fun. Everyone is welcome to join in or cheer from the sidelines.
11:30 – 13:30 – Contact Rugby Match
The highlight of the day will be a full-contact rugby match between the Staff and ORs team and the Leavers team. This will be an exciting and competitive game showcasing the skills and sportsmanship of all players.
14:00 – Lunch Break and Social Time
A perfect time to relax, refuel, and reconnect with fellow ORs, staff and current leavers. Feel free to bring a picnic if you’re not playing.
We’ve arranged for external caterers, including an ice cream van and a pizza van, so you can purchase food on-site throughout the event.
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Parking
We encourage you to use public transport where possible. Limited parking will be available on-site in the walled car park and opposite the chapel. Please use the entrance via Erleigh Road (Main School Gate). If you are a blue badge holder or anyone with specific requirements, please email events@reading-school.co.uk.
Photography & videography
By attending this event, guests consent to the capture of photography and videography for the purpose of marketing and historical archiving by Reading School. These images and recordings may be used in printed materials (e.g., the school prospectus), on the school website, and on official school social media channels. Reading School processes personal data in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR). Data will be handled securely and will not be used for commercial purposes. If anyone does not wish to be photographed or filmed, or if to withdraw consent, they can contact events@reading-school.co.uk.
If you have any questions, please contact Mrs Chong at events@reading-school.co.uk.
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