The chairman of Winchester Rugby Club is encouraging people to use its clubhouse for parties and events. 

The club is at North Walls Park and hosts a variety of events, including quizzes and meetings.

Business was affected by the Covid lockdown and now the club is aiming to boost business.

Steve Barrow said: “As a community rugby club that relies heavily on non-membership income streams to balance the books, I would encourage anyone thinking of a party or event to take time to see what we are all about here at North Walls Park. 

"Apart from catering for the needs of our 1,300 members, the rugby club offers three dedicated spaces for functions large or small, seven days a week with full AV in each room and a professional on-site catering provision if required.

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"The club itself, which sits on the edge of a nature reserve in a tranquil park area of the city with plenty of on site parking for customers, the venue has a lot going for it."

Leading the team is Jim Yeoman, the general manager who also doubles up as the head chef.

He said: “We are really proud of what we do here and I would be delighted to hear from anyone thinking about booking an event, it would be my pleasure to discuss and offer guidance where needed.”

For more details, email clubhouse@winchesterrugby.com.