A household name in OURFC circles is that of Major R V Stanley, who was fondly known as "Uncle" amongst the players. He was a local man who took a great deal of interest in Oxford rugby, and through this became an England selector. He was a committed servant to the club, organising the 1894 Varsity match and fulfilling every possible role on the committee over a lengthy period spanning most of his life. As a tribute to his services, the Men's and Women's Blues still play against a Major Stanley Invitational XV every year in December.
This year's matches will take place on Wednesday 4th December. The Women's Blues will kick off against Major Stanley's XV at 11:30AM, and the Men's Blues' kick off will be at 3:45PM. Drinks will begin at 5:30PM in the Marquee, with an opportunity to meet our players.
Ticket prices are as follows:
Standing only entrance (No marquee entry): £7.50
East Stand seat (no marquee entry): £15
East Stand seat (Marquee entry): £40
(The West Stand is reserved for attendees of the Corporate Luncheon; see below for more information).
Tickets will go on sale soon - check back here later for a link to purchase your place at Oxford's rugby match of the year!
Corporate Luncheon
Come and join us at Oxford University RFC on Wednesday 4th December for the biggest corporate event of the year.
Kickstart your festive period with the oldest and best supported University sports fixture held in Oxford. Last year saw over 500 sit down for the Corporate Luncheon and over 1,500 spectators on the day. The 2024 fixture will once again see both the Men's and Women's Blues in action on this historic day in the City of Oxford calendar.
Included in the package is a three-course dinner, priority reserved seats for the match, matchday programme, prize draws, Heads & Tails, and entertainment from special guest speakers.
Date | Wednesday 4th December |
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Venue | Iffley Road Rugby Ground, Jackdaw Lane, Oxford, OX4 1SR |
Time | 11.00am Marquee and Bar open |
11.30am Women's Match Kick-off | |
1.15pm Lunch Served | |
3.45pm Men's Match Kick-Off | |
5.30pm Drinks in the Marquee and Meet the Players | |
6.00pm Live music starts in the marquee | |
Price | Table of 10: £1325 (ex. VAT), £1590 (inc. VAT) |
For enquiries, please contact OURFC General Manager Ian Kench at ian.kench@ourfc.org or on 07922868938.
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