The Club is now in a position to offer a very attractive three-year sponsorship arrangement at a competitive rate of £150 plus VAT per year for the first three years. Rates will be re-negotiated thereafter.

This includes:

• A large UPVC advertising board (10ft x 2ft 6ins) of your own design. The board is maintenance-free and will be erected on the side of the rugby pitch in a prominent position. Due to its hardy construction, the board will last approximately 10 years before needing a replacement.
• A direct link to your business web site from this site's Links page.
• An annual advertisement in our fixtures book, which is circulated to every member.
• Invitations to the various sponsorship events held throughout the year. These usually take the form of a lunch at the Clubhouse before watching the 1st XV in a hotly contested match, and hopefully sharing in a celebratory social in the Club afterwards.
• You will also have the opportunity to sponsor individual games of your choice as you wish.

Additionally, if you feel your needs are best suited by the same arrangement as above but with a 'half-board' advert, then the cost will be just £75 plus VAT per year for the first three-year period.

You can also support your needs by advertising in the fixtures year book at a cost of £25 plus VAT. (This is included for those who wish to advertise at the Club with a hoarding.)

SHIRT SPONSORSHIP

If you feel you are in a position to sponsor the Club by supplying a set of playing shirts with an advertisement to suit your needs, then this is also possible and an excellent way of displaying your company name both on and off the field (many players and supporters buy shirts for social purposes).

Typically, a set of playing shirts lasts for two years (1st XV — year 1, 2nd XV — year 2). There will also be an opportunity to sponsor our various Junior and Youth teams if you prefer. A price for the shirts will be sought on application if required.

We would welcome the prospect of discussing these opportunities with you in more detail. Any member of the committee will help you or please feel free to contact Viv Armson, Club Secretary.

by Paul Lester-Hinchliffe