Head Coach Announcement
11th May 2025
By Tony Dauncey
Clevedon appoint Nick Carpenter-Brooks as head coach for the 25/26 season.
Clevedon RFC have appointed former Bristol Bears and England U18s player Nick Carpenter-Brooks as their new head coach.
Carpenter-Brooks who played at the highest levels of English rugby, steps into the role after assisting the club last season.
His appointment comes at a pivotal time for Clevedon RFC, as they look to build on recent progress and strengthen their squad under his leadership. Carpenter-Brooks experience as a professional player is expected to bring fresh insights and a dynamic approach to coaching.
Clevedon's Director of Rugby, Tony Dauncey, expressed his enthusiasm for the appointment, stating, "Getting Nick on board is a major coup for a club in our position. Nick is well known for his attention to detail and strong work ethic, and his delivery is excellent. Added to this, he was a Clevedon Junior and has grown up around the club, so will really buy in to the community".
Carpenter-Brooks is keen to combine his coaching role with a return to playing the game he loves and don the Blue and Gold for the first time as a senior player!
Club Blazer
10th May 2025
If you really want one...
For those of you that covet a Clevedon RFC blazer, look no further.
After extensive enquiries, I can reveal the cost of them and as you'll see the more we get, the cheaper they will be.
The price shown is only £50 more than what we paid back in 2014 - bargain!
Poly/cotton striped blazers, including embroidered crest to breast pocket.
200 Club Draw
10th May 2025
The winners are...
Please arrange payment of prizes by contacting Jim McVeigh or Cruncher Crane.
Opening Hours
5th May 2025
Week Commencing 5th May
NSB Awards Night
5th May 2025
North Somerset Barbarians Dinner & Awards Night
Please come and take part in congratulating all the girls on their amazing achievements and efforts throughout the season.
It will be held at Clevedon Rugby Club on Friday, 9th May at 17:30.
Club Sunday Roast
5th May 2025
Clevedon RFC Members' Sunday Roast
Em & Rach's kitchen presents
With a choice of Turkey or Pork and all the trimmings.
Contact Emma on 07868 669344 and please tell her if you have any special dietary requirements.
Get stuck in!!
Clevedon Minis Presentation
29th April 2025
Trophies and Awards
To accompany the trophy and award presentations, there will be an inflatable assault course and a BBQ to fill round it all off.
See you all there at 13:00.
Opening Hours
29th April 2025
Week Commencing 28th April
U11 Champions to Twickers
29th April 2025
By Tony Dauncey
Clevedon U11's head to Twickers as Cup Champions
The under elevens will be making memories and representing the Bristol Bears at the Premiership Rugby Final at Twickenham in June.
Clevedon's U11s took the spoils at Bristol Grammer School, fighting off other fifteen other sides to earn a superb Bristol Bears Defender cup win. This has given the young Seasiders the right to represent the Bears at HQ before the Premiership Cup Final.
This is a fantastic and well earned opportunity, for this young side and their coaches and parents, to celebrate this success in front of a packed house at the home of English Rugby, an experience they surely will never forget.
If you or your business can support this young side with their trip to HQ, please contact Head Coach, Brad Summerell on 07714 598216
NSB Awards Night
29th April 2025
North Somerset Barbarians Dinner & Awards Night
Please come and take part in congratulating all the girls on their amazing achievements and efforts throughout the season.
It will be held at Clevedon Rugby Club on Friday, 9th May at 17:30.
Rugby Roast Raffle
29th April 2025
By Grant Cherrington
A Real Meaty Treat !
Get involved in our Rugby Roast Raffle for your chance to win the ingredients for your next Sunday Roast.
This is a fundraising initiative for all youth teams at Clevedon RFC and the North Somerset Barbarians.
Draws are held on Sunday at 17:00. The winning entrant will receive their roast ingredients by Friday the following week.
The winning ticket will receive a joint of meat, vegetables and sides.
Midsomer Norton 47 Clevedon 21
Webb Ellis Somerset Vase Final
18th April 2025
"The trilogy is over, the rivalry continues"
The trilogy of games this season ended on Thursday evening in Midsomer Norton's favour.
On a dusty Chew Valley pitch, that more resembled the Serengeti in the dry season than a rugby pitch in early spring, Clevedon ultimately fell short in their quest for the ornate glass, Webb Ellis Vase.
Norton were first on the scoreboard for a 7-0 lead and followed that up with a second for a 12-0 lead after 20 minutes.
Clevedon fought back hard and after several good passages of play, camped on Norton's line, scored a converted ty of their own, extracting a couple of yellows from their opponents in the process.
With Clevedon in the driving seat and looking dominant, the half time whistle blew with the score at 12-7, which in the final analysis was their undoing.
After a lengthy half time interval (or so it seemed) and with plenty of fluid to drink alongside the usual pep talk, the team were prepared to continue where they left off. The Clevedon supporters were in a hopeful mood.
That hope was short lived as Clevedon, although playing against 13 men, couldn't break down the Midsomer Norton defence and in fact conceded another score that was a shock to the system.
They never recovered from their sluggish second half start as Norton scored further tries. Some decent attacking rallies from Clevedon resulted in two more tries for them, but it wasn't enough and the final 47-21 scoreline said it all.
A deserved win for Midsomer Norton who attained a double triumph of league and Vase champions. Clevedon, meanwhile, will be picking over a lot of "if only" moments and can be proud of the way they performed in this match and all season.
Huge congratulations to Norton who won the trilogy of games, 2-1. Who knows we might meet again in the league above - watch this space.
It's difficult to pick Clevedon's MOTM, so for the fact he played the eighty plus minutes, tackled and drove his heart out, the award goes to William Trollope, aka "Trolly". A beer is yours when I see you next. 😉
Clevedon v Midsomer Norton
Somerset Vase Final
16th April 2025
"The trilogy ends on Thursday"
The trilogy ended on Thursday evening in Midsomer Norton's favour, who were good
Thursday night sees our 1st XV face Midsomer Norton in the Somerset Vase Final at Chew Valley (£5 entry), who will be looking to win the trophy for the third time. Our Seasiders have yet to win this competition - is this the time?
Both sides have tasted victory against each other this season. Clevedon won at the Vale and lost away last month.
With Midsomer Norton finishing as champions and Clevedon finishing second, this is a great showcase of Somerset rugby.
See you all there with a fiver in your hand!
Bristol Saracens v Clevedon
Papa Johns, Counties 2 South Plate
12th April 2025
"Clevedon concede cup match"
If you want an excuse, there isn't going to be one.
The simple fact of this concession is that Clevedon have run out of fit and eligible props. With a Somerset Vase match looming on Thursday evening, the return from injury of some of them is their overriding priority.
An AI flowery rewrite of what I'd originally written about player saftey is below - wierd!
"It's an unfortunate situation, but as we know, player safety is a top priority in today's world. The era when the bulkier backrow players casually drifted up to the front row is well behind us."
A look at the RFU results page this morning, for this week's cup games, reveals 72 teams have already conceded their matches of which Clevedon's game is just one.
Good luck to Bristol Saracens in the next round.
Clevedon 29 Rebels 34
6th April 2025
"Clevedon falter in the April sunshine"
The Clevedon coaching staff and players will be hiding behind the sofa when the replay of this game comes on. Not putting it on in the first place is probably the better option and would definitely save a few blushes.
The number of times a scoring pass went begging was off the charts. Having done all the good approach work to get within striking distance, Clevedon seemed a wee bit embarrassed to score given the posssession they had. Couple that with some defensive lapses that allowed the Rebels elsuive backs to flourish all over the park and you get an idea of what it was like to watch.
Saying that, Clevedon did secure two bonus points to finish second in the league behind Midsomer Norton, so it's not all doom and gloom, despite this match result.
Clevedon's next game is away to Bristol Saracens in the Papa Johns, Counties 2 South Plate competion on Saturday, 12th April. Kick off is at 15:00.
Other teams in this round are shown below in the pic.
Midsomer Norton 54 Clevedon 12
2nd april 2025
"A gruesome revenge"
Midsomer Norton, fresh from their four walkover matches this year, did a murderous job on Clevedon up in the high veldt.
Clevedon, despite the sunshine and support didn't spark at all, playing into a strong wind. They conceded eight tries throughout the match and only briefly showed what they are capable of.
Let us forget the Clevedon woes for a moment and congratulate Midsomer Norton for winning the league and gaining promotion back to the league they should never have been relegated from in the first place. Whether Clevedon will follow them, having secured second place, will be decided by the league lottery after this weekend and during the summer.
It's no coincidence that Norton and Clevedon finished as the top two this season. The controversial relegations of last season, from 9th and 10th respectively, vindicated their pre-season protests.
However, the rivalry is not over. Clevedon will be playing Midsomer again on the 17th April in the Somerset Vase Final, away at Chew Valley, for a 19:30 kick off. This match will decide who will have bragging rights for next year.
Nellie's All Stars Player Reunion
2nd april 2025
Calling all former players that played for 'Nellie's All Stars' (3rds).
On April 5th 2025 Nellie is holding a player reunion for anyone who represented the illustrious 3rd team during the 2000's !
If you are able to attend please can you let Nellie know that you will be, so we can plan for some food.
Look forward to hearing from you.
Clevedon v Rebels
2nd april 2025
"Trebles follow Rebles"
Clevedon will be playing Rebels at home on Saturday, 5th April in the last league game. The kick off time is at 15:00. The Saxons are away to Walcot Old Boys also for a 15:00 kick off.
After the post match activities, there will be live music entertainment from son and father duo, Harrison and Steve Treble. It promises to be loud!!
Wilson Boys
2nd April 2025
"Gone backpacking"
The Clevedon front row featuring Andrew and Christopher Wilson and that old stager, Brian Largenton.
Six Nations 2025
16th March 2025
Round Five Results
Congratulations to Julian Brace who has won this years Six Nations club fund raising competition. Good job!
There were also five other people with the maximum 15 from 15 record. The points difference was the deciding factor and two of those share third place.
The £241 in the prize fund will be split as follows:
The £6 wooden spoon prize goes to Woodenspoon who was obviously after this sought after accolade from the outset!
All prize monies will be forwarded at the earliest opportunity.
The remaining money will boost club funds so thank you to everyone who entered this year.
The results can be found here or from the image.
Cheers, Weave & Crunch
Clevedon 60 Yeovil 14
Webb Ellis Somerset Vase
13th March 2025
"Clevedon Triumphant"
A shock, early converted try by Yeovil, within a couple minutes of the kick off, seemed to stir something primeval in Clevedon.
Within ten minutes or so of that opening score, Clevedon had notched four tries of their own as Yeovil were shunted and shoved everywhere, allowing Clevedon's attack to prosper.
Yeovil got one back to increase their score to 14, but again, Clevedon responded immediately with another try.
In perfect symmetry Clevedon scored five tries in each half, with the coaches using up their bench to good effect.
Yeovil's pack had a torrid time and were taken for "walkies" on several occasions, but stuck to their task despite being overpowered. Their lively backs kept Clevedon honest out wide, whose defence was excellent.
After this emphatic win, Clevedon will play their league rivals, Midsomer Norton, in the final sometime in April and at a venue to be decided by Somerset RFU.
However, before that date, Clevedon must play them away on the 29th March in what promises to be an intriguing match against the table-toppers, who are the league champions in waiting.
Please note that there are none of the usual pics, so no need to hunt for any!
200 Club Draw
13th March 2025
The winners are...
Please arrange payment of prizes by contacting Cruncher Crane or Jim McVeigh.
Webb Ellis Somerset Vase
10th March 2025
Clevedon will be playing Counties 2, Yeovil RFC on Wednesday, 12th March 2025 under lights at Bridgwater & Albion RFC in the semi-final of the Webb Ellis Somerset Vase semi-final. The kick time is 19:30.
The other semi final is between Midsomer Norton and Imperial at Chew Valley RFC on Thursday, 13th March 2025.
Opening Hours
10th March 2025
Week Commencing 10th March
Six Nations 2025
9th March 2025
Round Four Results
There are only eight people that have all 12 predictions correct. As you'll see {if you've got an analytical mind), the winner will be decided on points difference and the closest to the total points for the championship.
The results can be found here or from the image.
John Potts leads the way from Matt Howard, Pete Hand, Wilko C, Issy Ford, Owen Biggins Snr II, Julian Brace and Mark Smith. Phil from PA fencing leads a pack of 50 people on 11 from 12.
All to play for next weekend, when we will reveal who the top six prize winners will be.
Check back here on Sunday morning.
Cheers, Weave & Crunch
Clevedon 28 Avon 5
9th March 2025
A ding-dong win at home
This was the battle of second versus third with only a single point separating them in the table before the start.
Clevedon's intent was clear from the kick off. They tore into Avon and messed their pack up to such an extent that after a couple of bashes at the line the almost evergreen Josh Mortimore went in under the sticks for a 7 nil lead after two minutes.
Breathless stuff.
Five minutes later, Clevedon's forward dominance allowed Charlie Tucker to score his try for a 14 nil lead.
Avon were shocked and their conversations behind the posts showed it. They rallied for the next ten or fifteen minutes and pressed Clevedon's line, but couldn't break through the resolute and determined Clevedon defence.
After working their way back up the pitch and with another period of Clevedon forward dominance, Mortimore went in for his second, 21 nil.
Shortly after that, Avon harried Clevedon into a few errors and scored their only try, wideout, on the half hour mark.
After a period of stalemate, Clevedon had a penalty attempt right on half time, but it sailed narrowly wide for a 21-5 lead.
The second half was a slugfest with good rugby from both sides being cancelled out by good defensive work from both sides. Matt Mannion changed all that with an interception try in the last quarter and for Clevedon to get a bonus point that puts them 6 points clear of Avon (ignore the Pitchero table that says 5 points!!) and into second place.
Clevedon's next league game is against Wells away on the 22nd March, but before then they got a midweek cup match. See below.
Webb Ellis Somerset Vase
9th March 2025
Clevedon will be playing Counties 2, Yeovil RFC on Wednesday, 12th March 2025 under lights at Bridgwater & Albion RFC in the semi-final of the Webb Ellis Somerset Vase semi-final. The kick time is 19:30.
The other semi final is between Midsomer Norton and Imperial at Chew Valley RFC on Thursday, 13th March 2025.
Clevedon v. Avon
7th March 2025
Head to Instagram for the team lineups this week.
The firsts are home to Avon, 14:30 kick off. The Saxons game against Old sulians has been cancelled. After last weeks injuries there is a lack of fit and able players this week.
International Women's Day
7th March 2025
"Glass of Prosecco and a cream tea. Only a fiver."
Chew Valley II 8 Clevedon 80
5th March 2025
"A statement win"
Clevedon visited Chew Valley and scored 12 tries to notch an emphatic win away from home.
Ten different players got over the whitewash in a variety of ways, which made for an entertaining game, if you'd travelled from the coast, that is!
A trundle over from a catch a drive two minutes in, set Clevedon's try-fest in motion, although it took a while to score their next at the end of the first quarter.
The scrum was the dominant force in this match, highlighted by this pic, that had Gilly playing "Peek-a-Boo" with the whole Chew Valley pack, allowing Tucker to wander down the blindside for his second.
A great win for Clevedon sets them up to consolidate second place in the league, at home to third placed Avon on Saturday. After a single point, last minute loss away from home at the end of January, Clevedon will be looking to use home advantage to retain that second place. The kick off is at 14:30.
Rebels give Norton a HWO - what's happening!
Saxons 24 Old Reds III 31
5th March 2025
"Saxons unlucky"
Clevedon Saxons had the bare 15 for this match that in the end was the deciding factor.
They went down to 13 men through injury and were leading with five minutes left. A heartbreaking loss and a game they could've won with a full team. Still, at least we turn up and give it a go!
Presentation Evening 2025
5th March 2025
Let us Celebrate!
Join us on Friday, May 16th to celebrate the season at our annual Presentation Evening and Dinner Dance.
This year we will be hosting the event at Clevedon Hall starting at 18:30 until midnight.
Tickets are available from the Rugby Club, please see Emma to get yours.
Lineups for Clevedon
1st March 2025
Head to Instagram for the team lineups this week.
The firsts are away to Chew Valley II and the Saxons are at home to Old Reds III. Both kick off are at 14:30.
Nellie's All Stars Player Reunion
1st March 2025
Calling all former players that played for 'Nellie's All Stars' (3rds).
On April 5th 2025 Nellie is holding a player reunion for anyone who represented the illustrious 3rd team during the 2000's !
If you are able to attend please can you let Nellie know that you will be, so we can plan for some food.
Look forward to hearing from you.
Six Nations 2025
23rd February 2025
Round Three Results
A pack of 24 people with nine correct predictions are topped by the Phil from P.A. Fencing who is leading from Mike Blades (by 14) and the lovely Hazel O'Rourke by a mere 15 points difference.
As always in this comp, the points difference will be crucial, especially this year. Of the 24 people, 17 have the same selections and some of those have the same tie-breaker points total.
It's going to be close!
The results can be found here or from the image.
Cheers, Weave & Crunch