We deeply regret that due to unforeseen factors H4H International Rugby Dorset has been postponed until Easter 2011.

The adverse weather conditions in the winter 2009/10, has resulted in cancelled and rearranged premiership fixtures across the country.

Consequently some of our guest players have been unable to commit to our event.

The Ladies match was cancelled and the Senior Men’s match was in jeopardy, in addition funding and sponsorship at this time has been difficult to achieve.

We extend our grateful thanks to all those friends and businesses who had offered so much help for the event this year and hope that they will be able to join us again in 2011.

Friday 26th February the inaugural England Legends v Ireland Legends match for the Stuart Mangan Memorial Cup is being held at The Stoop, Twickenham. The Legends charity match, a fundraiser for paralysed rugby players, will provide the perfect opener to a great weekend of rugby with the Six Nations clash the following day.

The Legends game will see some of the big names of English and Irish rugby go head-to-head one more time, with those involved including Shane Byrne, Martin Corry, Rob Henderson, Jason Robinson, David Humphreys, Mike Catt, Richard Wallace, Josh Lewsey, Conor O'Shea, Jason Leonard and Peter Clohessy, to name but a few. After the game there will be plenty of entertainment - bands playing in the main bar and plenty of food and drinks to be had to make a great night of it. Corporate hospitality is also available for those who would be interested.
For ticket information and further details visit: http://www.englandirelandlegends.co.uk/

Following the huge success and response of this years event, we can announce the event will be taking place on the 3rd and 4th April 2010.

Sunday 4th April 2010 - Match Day (Gates open 11.00hrs)

Live colts and mens international rugby, military displays and demonstrations, concessions and children’s entertainment.

Entry fee: Donations on the gate.

If you missed the event check out the newly added highlight video to get a flavour of the day and its events..

The unclaimed raffle tickets from last weekends events have now been published can be found on the new Winning Tickets page

Congratulations to our lucky lottery winners and thank you all for your support buying a ticket to Help our Heroes

1st prize - a Kia Rio 2 car - Mr Mike Rowe, Bournemouth, ticket number 0896.
2nd prize - a Dell laptop computer - Mr Ian Tucker, Southbourne, ticket number 1862.
3rd prize - £100 Ikea voucher and £100 Blacks Leisure/Milletts voucher - Mr Neal O'Brien, Wareham, ticket number 3564.
4th prize - an iPod and digital camera bundle - Mrs J Wilson, Bournemouth, ticket number 0504.
5th prize - a rowing machine - Mr Matthew Howman, Wareham, ticket number 1128.

With almost 5000 people attending on the day to support our troops the first Help for Heroes rugby event in Bournemouth last weekend was a major success, with the two central games between the select squads providing some compelling and enthralling rugby.

The awesome British Lionesses won 92 - 0 against the British Services team with some exceptional handling and fast flowing rugby.

The International XV however had a more close run game against the Returning Heroes winning 48 - 36 in a display that showed experience and skill can still hold off youth.

Momentum is building for one of the biggest events of the year; the Help for Heroes Rugby event in Meyrick Park, Bournemouth .

Over 50 local and National businesses have now committed their support for the event, which is raising money for British military personnel injured in action.
Along with the Daily Echo, Fire Radio is the latest media organisation to pledge its support .

The Bournemouth-based radio station will be present on the day and listeners can tune in to the station for the latest news and updates on the event.
Station Manager Alan Smith commented, “Fire Radio always does its best to support local charities and events. The Dorset Help for Heroes fundraiser is such a worthwhile cause, we were delighted to offer our backing. It promises to be a fantastic event and with so much going on we know it’s something our listeners will enjoy and want get on board with”.

The rugby-themed event will feature all-star matches from some of the world’s top players, including Ireland International Shane Byrne and Ben Clarke. The British Lionesses will also be in force, playing in a series of exhibition matches.

With children’s rides and activities, concessionary stands, live music and beer tents, there will be plenty to entertain everyone.

Admission is free but donations on the day will be welcomed.

Sat 11 Apr from 1930hrs
A black tie Gala Dinner and auction to be held at the Royal Bath Hotel. Tables of 10 are still available (£500 a table) and individuals can attend for £60 per head.

Sun 12 Apr 1100 - 1700hrs
Supporters' Bar.  The Supporters' Bar offers half way line views of the rugby and will be the only area where the games can be watched with a beer in hand.  Entry to the bar is limited in numbers and there will be a small charge to raise additional funds for H4H.

Balcony lunches in the clubhouse. For £65 a head guests will receive beverages, a waiter-served buffet lunch and the best views in the Park.

Sun 12 Apr 1930 - 2359hrs
An end of event party held in the event marquee with live music, a disco and a well-stocked cash bar. Tickets are £10 per head.

The Returning Heroes XV has been announced containing many players from across the local area, so please check out the squad page for more details.