Old Redcliffians RFC Mini & Junior Rugby Festival 2027
Old Redcliffians RFC Mini & Junior Rugby Festival 2027
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Festival Information
April 10th, 11th 2027
The Old Redcliffians Rugby Festival returns to Scotland Lane for another action-packed weekend of rugby. Last year we were delighted to welcome over 30 different clubs, and this year promises to be even bigger and better.
- Saturday 10th – Junior Festival
The junior age groups will compete in a tournament-style format, supported by Somerset Referees (subject to availability).- U13s will play on half a full-size pitch
- U14s will play on approximately three-quarters of a full-size pitch
- U15s will play on a full-size pitch
The morning session will feature the U13s and U14s, with the U15s taking the field in the afternoon. Prizes will be awarded to both 1st and 2nd place teams.
- Sunday 11th – Mini Festival
The minis will enjoy a fun-filled round-robin festival designed around age-grade rugby principles. Every team will get plenty of game time, and all players will be celebrated at the award ceremony, where each will receive a medal. - Facilities & Catering
Throughout the festival, visitors can enjoy hot, freshly cooked food from a range of local suppliers, as well as sweet treats and ice creams. - Parking For Cars & Coaches
On-site parking is available at £5 per car, payable on arrival or pre-paid options will be on sale at a future date. Coach parking must be booked in advance and paid prior to the festival, these go on sale at a future date.
For more information, please contact Gemma Beake at gemmabeake@hotmail.com.
Join us for a fantastic weekend of rugby, teamwork, and community spirit at Scotland Lane!
Format
(Subject to change)
Saturday — 10s Tournament
| Session | Age Groups | Structure | Match Length | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AM | U13 & U14 (boys) | 2 pools · 4 teams per pool → Waterfall to decide placements | 20 mins (2 × 10) · 2-min HT | U13 half pitch; U14 ~¾ pitch. |
| PM | U15 (boys) | 1 pool · 5 teams · Round-robin | 20 mins (2 × 10) · 2-min HT | Full-size pitch. Placings: win/loss → points diff → tries scored → discipline record. |
Sunday — Age-Grade Round-Robin Festival
Following RFU Age Grade Rugby principles, all minis play in a round-robin format with medals for every player at the awards ceremony.
| Age Group | U7 |
U8* |
U9** |
U10 |
U11 |
U12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Players in a team | 4 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 12 |
| Max squad size | 8 | 10 | 11 | 13 | 15 | 18 |
| Ball size | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Max minutes per day | 50 | 50 | 60 | 60 | 70 | 70 |
| Format | Mini tag | Mini tag | Mini contact | Mini contact | Mini contact | Mini contact |
| Lineout | None | None | None | None | None | None |
| Scrum | None | None | None | Nearest 3 uncontested | Nearest 3, hooker strike, no push | 5-player, hooker strike, no push |
| Ruck/Maul | No | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Kicking | No | No | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| Conversions | No | No | No | No | No | No |
*U8, 6 tags until a turnover
**U9, contact tackling including 3 second hold classified as a tackle.
Tickets
Entry fee: U9->U15 £40 per team, U7->U8 £30 per team (Non Refundable)
Please note: Only one ticket is required per team, not per player. Spaces are limited — once sold out, no additional entries can be accepted.
Important: For Juniors (Saturday) Squad sizes can be up to 18 players, however only 5 nominated substitutes can be used per game.
Location
Old Redcliffians RFC, BS4 5LU