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Joe James
10 February 2019

LSRFUR Team up with RFU for Women into Refereeing course

Joe James
10 February 2019
LSRFUR Team up with RFU for Women into Refereeing course

LSRFUR is once again teaming up with the RFU to run a #rugbywomen workshop on 29th March!

Joe James
29 January 2019

Central Training Meeting - 7th February

Joe James
29 January 2019
Central Training Meeting - 7th February

Our next Central Meeting will be held on 7th February at the University of Westminster. We’ve got a great guest speaker and social before and after - click here for all the details!

Greg Douglas
13 January 2019

RFU Match Official Development Review & Performance Review Survey

Greg Douglas
13 January 2019
RFU Match Official Development Review & Performance Review Survey

LSRFUR encourages all members to complete the RFU Match Official Development Review & Performance Review Survey.

Greg Douglas
27 December 2018

2019 Women's Six Nations: Nikki O'Donnell

Greg Douglas
27 December 2018

LSRFUR society member Nikki O’Donnell has been named in the 13 strong referees team for the 2019 Women's Six Nations.

Greg Douglas
18 December 2018

December A&G Updates

Greg Douglas
18 December 2018
December A&G Updates

The Appointments & Grading Committee are delighted to announce the following promotions, which were confirmed at the second meeting of the season on Monday 10th December:

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President's Christmas Message - 2025
Dec 24, 2025
President's Christmas Message - 2025
Dec 24, 2025

As we reach the closing days of 2025, I wanted to wish you all a very Merry Christmas and to thank you sincerely for your dedication and service to the Society over the past twelve months. Your commitment is what underpins everything we do. I hope the festive period provides an opportunity to step away from the touchlines, enjoy some well-earned rest, and spend quality time with family and friends.

Dec 24, 2025
COBRA 10s 2025 - A Tour to Malaysia
Dec 21, 2025
COBRA 10s 2025 - A Tour to Malaysia
Dec 21, 2025
Dec 21, 2025
Edinburgh Exchange - Castle lights, a Big Bang and a Cold Snap
Nov 29, 2025
Edinburgh Exchange - Castle lights, a Big Bang and a Cold Snap
Nov 29, 2025

Two of our top referees share their experiences from a recent trip to Edinburgh, thanks to Danny Hitchcock and Neil Wharton for both reports

Nov 29, 2025
London Society go to St. Joseph's Schools Rugby Festival 2025
Oct 14, 2025
London Society go to St. Joseph's Schools Rugby Festival 2025
Oct 14, 2025

Competitive team sport would be mere recreation without those who uphold the laws of the game. Proudly supported by the London Society of Rugby Football Union Referees (LSRFUR), 16 teams descend on St Joseph's Schools Rugby Festival for a weekend of fierce competition.

Oct 14, 2025
David Plews RIP
Oct 2, 2025
David Plews RIP
Oct 2, 2025

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of long-time London & South East Region member, David Plews. As many of you know, David was fighting a brave and determined battle with cancer, which he sadly lost on September 24th.

Oct 2, 2025
2025 LSRFUR Conference
Sep 21, 2025
2025 LSRFUR Conference
Sep 21, 2025

The 2025 LSRFUR Conference took place at Twickenham Stadium on 31st August. It was a hugely successful day, with over 200 attendees and a variety of insightful and interactive presentations delivered to our members.

Sep 21, 2025
Women's Rugby World Cup Officials visit the London Society
Sep 19, 2025
Women's Rugby World Cup Officials visit the London Society
Sep 19, 2025

On the eve of the semi-finals. we were extremely fortunate to be able to host several Match Officials from the the Women’s Rugby World Cup, for a special Society event in central London.

Sep 19, 2025
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Sep 7, 2025
President's Start of Season Message 2025/26
Sep 7, 2025

It starts again!
I hope you’ve all enjoyed a well-deserved summer break and managed to take some time away from the rugby fields. Pre-season is already in full swing, and with some leagues kicking off this week, the 2025/26 season is almost upon us.

Sep 7, 2025
Start of season message from Robbie Bourke Chair of MODC - 2025/26
Aug 30, 2025
Start of season message from Robbie Bourke Chair of MODC - 2025/26
Aug 30, 2025

It is with great pleasure that I can confirm the following referees have achieved promotions following the 2024/2025 season…..

Aug 30, 2025
Pre-Season Watch: An Unexpected Milestone in My Refereeing Journey by Gareth Jones
Aug 13, 2025
Pre-Season Watch: An Unexpected Milestone in My Refereeing Journey by Gareth Jones
Aug 13, 2025

Gareth writes about an unexpected pre-season fixture that he will never forget: “When I first picked up a whistle, I never imagined I’d be in the middle of an international fixture.”

Aug 13, 2025
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