Welcome to the latest edition of The Guilder – a newsletter to keep you uptodate with everything happening at The Guild.
The Grand Opening took place on Saturday January 18th 2025 with Neil Back MBE, RWC2003 Winner, cutting the ribbon in the presence of Coventry’s Lord Mayor and Lady Mayoress and Nev Griffiths (our oldest Guilder) down to our youngest Guilder.
It was so great to see so many Guilders turn out for the day! Tony Coleman (TC), who did a fantastic job as Master of Ceremonies (MC) remarked that we probably had enough Vets to put six sides out that afternoon! Thanks also to our awesome photographer, Mark Bayliss.
The Mens team hosted a strong Evesham II XV, but were beaten 0-59 on the day. Some moves from the training field are becoming well executed, but “a tough day at the office for the lads!” It didn’t dampen the party spirit and festivities went on late into the evening!
Neil Back stayed for the game and to present the Man of the Match Awards and Prize Pratt of the Day! We were also pleased to welcome the following dignatories to the event:
• Lord Mayor of Coventry Mal Mutton and the Lady Mayoress
• Reverend Richard Hibbert, Vicar of Holy Trinity Church
• From Warwickshire RFU - Yorkie Kinmond, President, President Elect Damien Dixon (and Match Referee) and Matt Smith
• From Evesham RFC - David Summerfield, President and Douglas Payne, Chairman
•Will Oelrich , BBC Coventry and Warwickshire Presenter
• Raj Bahey, Sport England
• Marc Lord, Scorpion Sportswear
• Dave Mauchlan, Sky Wines
• Rob Mauchlan, Sports Agent
Rogues Gallery!
Mini and Juniors
U15s 12-42 v Pinley
Girls Tag Tournament
Coventry vs Leicester - Guard of Honour
Trinity Guild Titans v Old Leams Hornets – Multi Ability
Key dates for your diary in 2025!
Day
Date
Kick-Off
Opponents / Event
Friday
28th February
Private Party
Saturday
1st March
2:15 pm
7pm
Men v Five Ways Old Edwardians (Away)
Private Party
Saturday
8th March
2 pm
2:15 pm
4:45 pm
Ireland v France
Men v Stourport (Home)
Scotland v Wales
Sunday
9th March
3 pm
England v Italy
Saturday
15th March
12 pm
2 pm
2:15 pm
4:45 pm
8 pm
Bar Opens for Six Nations Super Saturday
Men v Bedworth (Cup – Away)
Italy v Ireland
Wales v England
France v Scotland
Friday
21st March
Private Party
Saturday
22nd March
2:15 pm
Men v Keresley (Away)
Private Party
Saturday
5th April
3 pm
Men v Birmingham Exiles (Home)
Saturday
26th April
7 pm
AWARDS EVENING - MEN’S RUGBY, WOMEN RUGBY FIT & GUILD TOUCH UNION RUGBY
Thursday
19th June
10 am
Guild Ascot Ladies Day
Saturday
16th August
1 pm
Wedding Reception
Want to book Martin Wheeler Fields for your special event?
If you want to book Martin Wheeler Fields for any events, please contact Ian Webb, Club Secretary – secretary@tgrfc.co.uk
We already have bookings, including:
• a Wedding Reception
• various RFU County events
• Birthday Parties
• Christenings
Don't forget the Brilliant Guild Radio Takeover!
Rugby Activity
We will initially continue the same timetable as at Finham, but will review it at the end of the year to ensure we are optimising use of the facilities.
There continues to be a lot of rugby taking place at The Guild!
Monday
Women’s Rugby Fit
Junior Girls Training
Tuesday
Men’s Rugby Training
Wednesday
Titans Rugby Tag
Warwickshire U16 Girls Developing Player Programme
Thursday
Guild Touch Union Rugby
Junior Boys Training
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Minis and Juniors Rugby
Titans Touch Rugby
Keep an eye on social media for fixtures, results, video interviews and events!
On the Pitch!
New Appointments this Month
Clubhouse Manager
We congratulate Sarah Wilkins on being appointed Clubhouse Manager.
Sarah brings a lot of experience in bar management and some great ideas of how to promote the new Clubhouse!
Sarah is the fiancé of legendary 1st Team Captain, Carl Neale.
Cleaner
Corinne Munro has been with us since we moved into the new Clubhouse and is doing a great job in cleaning up after us all!
With expertise gained in cleaning at NHS hospitals, the Guild is fortunate to have Corinne.
As the Clubhouse becomes busier with more bookings, this role is pivotal.
Merchandising Manager
We congratulate Ronnie Batchelor on taking on the Merchandise Manager on a Volunteer basis.
Many will remember Ronnie’s exploits on the playing fields!
If you have any ideas for new Merch, let Ronnie know – 07715139051
Guild Photos of the Month!
“a weeks camping at the Guild, you say, What’s the second prize?”
"That's my daddy!"
200 Club Winners!
October
£40 114 Jo and Girls
£20 100 Mark Stevenson
£10 17 Norman Rogers
November
£40 68 Jo and Girls
£20 95 Martin Wheeler
£10 110 Pete Humber
We still have a few numbers free – if you are interested, contact Steve Shirley 07932009065
Don't miss the next big Guild event! See you at Super Saturday!
