Rugby | Old Cranleighan Sports Club

Old Cranleighan Rugby Football Club

Grassroots, inclusive rugby in Thames Ditton.

Welcoming players and families from Cranleigh School alumni and the wider local community. At OC Rugby we value good rugby and good fun

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Who are OC Rugby?

Founded in 1919, OCRFC moved to its permanent Thames Ditton home in 1928 and has been part of the OC Sports Club community ever since.

Old Cranleighan RFC is one of Surrey’s most welcoming community rugby clubs, offering rugby for men, women & girls, and minis & youth. The clubhouse has a vibrant, family‑friendly social scene and the club draws players from Cranleigh School alumni, their friends and the local community.

Why join OCRFC?

Inclusive and friendly, the club welcomes everyone—regardless of age, gender, experience or background. With RFU-qualified volunteer coaches dedicated to player development and enjoyment, members benefit from great coaching at every level. As a true community hub, the club offers a licensed bar, post-match food and a warm, family atmosphere every weekend. Whether you’re looking for social rugby or aiming for higher performance opportunities, there’s a pathway for every player to grow and thrive.

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What's on offer?

Senior Rugby

Junior Rugby

1st XV competing in the RFU league structure (currently Counties 2 Surrey)
B XV (2nd XV) social/competitive rugby
Veterans rugby with regular fixtures
Social Touch Rugby on Tuesday evenings (20:15–21:30) year‑round

Minis (U5–U11) safe, fun introduction to rugby
Youth (U12–U18) progressive competitive rugby with qualified volunteer coaches
Girls’ Rugby dedicated pathway and coaching
Scale | over 900 children registered across minis, youth and girls
Typical season & timings | September–April, Sunday mornings in age‑group blocks (approx. 09:30–13:45)

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Safeguarding & Welfare

Children’s welfare is paramount. OCRFC maintains comprehensive safeguarding, anti‑bullying and photography policies and clear reporting routes.

Key contacts:

Club Safeguarding Officer: Andrew Hall – 07887 775743 – andy.hall@cctuk.co.uk

Director of Youth Rugby: Piers Cushing – 07790 003731

Full safeguarding policies available on the OCRFC Safeguarding page.

Get involved!

Juniors

Your first session is completely free, giving new players the perfect chance to give rugby a try with no commitment. Simply come along on a Sunday during the season and our friendly coaches will make sure your child joins the correct age group. It’s a great way to get involved, make new friends and discover the fun, inclusive spirit of our club.

Seniors

New players are always welcome, whether you’re returning to the game or picking up a ball for the first time. Get in touch with the club and come along to a training session to meet the team, experience our supportive coaching environment and see what makes our rugby community so special.