Romsey Rugby Club has announced its much-anticipated 2025 Burns Night celebration.

The annual dinner and Ceilidh will take place on January 24, 2025, at the Ganger Farm Sports Pavilion. The event will kick off at 6pm with a welcome drink.

The club has promised an evening of camaraderie, cultural celebration and lively entertainment.

Attendees will be treated to a night filled with Scottish traditions, starting with the piping in of haggis, a chairman's welcome and toasts from 7pm.

The evening will also feature a three-course authentic Scottish feast, with vegetarian and vegan options available.

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Romsey Rugby Club will host its annual Burns Night celebration once again (Image: Romsey Rugby Club) Burns poetry enthusiasts are welcomed to participate in recitals, adding to the poetic spirit of the occasion.

An online fundraising raffle will be drawn at 9.15pm, with exciting prizes up for grabs.

The night will culminate with a live Ceilidh and dance tuition by Ceilidh Tree, ensuring a lively end to the celebration.

The club has encouraged attendees to embrace the Scottish spirit and don kilts, black tie, dinner suits or evening dresses with dancing shoes.

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Wine, whisky and event sponsorship opportunities are available for those interested.

Raffle prize donations are welcomed from those unable to attend and attendees are encouraged to bring a bottle of single malt whisky to share.

The club has expressed gratitude for the support of its sponsors, Parker Bullen and Anchor Maintenance.

Karen Clarkson, marketing and business development manager at Parker Bullen, said: "In recent years, we have sponsored the Burns Night celebration run by Romsey Rugby Club and we are thrilled to be returning for a third year.

"As a firm, we are always keen to support local events and community groups, and this is no exception.

"Each year the event has been bigger and better, with delicious food, excellent company and honouring the fine traditions the evening brings.

"We are looking forward to another wonderful night of entertainment all in aid of a brilliant local cause."

Ian Paxton, managing director of Anchor Maintenance, said: "We’re delighted to sponsor Romsey Rugby Club’s Burns Night celebration again this year.

"At Anchor Maintenance, we believe in the power of community and the importance of supporting local traditions that bring people together.

"Burns Night is a wonderful celebration of heritage, camaraderie and fun – values that resonate strongly with our team.

"We look forward to a fantastic evening and are proud to support RRFC in making it a memorable experience for everyone involved."

For ticket information and further event details, visit events.romseyrugby.club.