# Old Rutlishians' Association ## Posts - [February edition of The Orbit](https://oldruts.club/february-edition-of-the-orbit/): This edition of The Orbit features: Click here to read The Orbit - [January's edition of The Orbit](https://oldruts.club/januarys-edition-of-the-orbit/): This edition of The Orbit features: Click here to read The Orbit - [December's edition of The Orbit](https://oldruts.club/decembers-edition-of-the-orbit/): This edition of The Orbit features: Click here to read The Orbit - [50/Fifty Prize Draw - 2023 - Q4 Results](https://oldruts.club/50-fifty-prize-draw-2023-q4-results/): It’s now too late to join the old 50/Fifty prize draw. However, this vital fundraising scheme will hopefully be starting afresh in January 2025, details will be available soon. You can find out more about the scheme on the 50/Fifty page of this website. To sign up you can email Martin on fifty50@oldrutsclub.com If you are a prizewinner please contact me and provide your account name, sort code and account number so that payment can be made. Quarterly Bumper prize of £1,000 – Sam Patel December 2023 - [50/Fifty Prize Draw - 2023 - Q3 Results](https://oldruts.club/50-fifty-prize-draw-2023-q3-results/): It’s now too late to join the old 50/Fifty prize draw. However, this vital fundraising scheme will hopefully be starting afresh in January 2025, details will be available soon. You can find out more about the scheme on the 50/Fifty page of this website. To sign up you can email Martin on fifty50@oldruts.club If you are a prizewinner please contact me and provide your bank account name, sort code and account number so that payment can be made. Quarterly Bumper prize of £1,000 – Sam Patel September 2023 - [50/Fifty Prize Draw - 2023 - Q2 Results](https://oldruts.club/50-fifty-prize-draw-2023-q2-results/): It’s now too late to join the old 50/Fifty prize draw. However, this vital fundraising scheme will hopefully be starting afresh in January 2025, details will be available soon. You can find out more about the scheme on the 50/Fifty page of this website. To sign up you can email Martin on fifty50@oldruts.club If you are a prizewinner please contact me and provide your bank account name, sort code and account number so that payment can be made. Quarterly Bumper prize of £1,000 – Matthew Carter June 2023 - [50/Fifty Prize Draw - 2023 - Q1 Results](https://oldruts.club/50-fifty-prize-draw-2023-q1-results/): It’s now too late to join the old 50/Fifty prize draw. However, this vital fundraising scheme will hopefully be starting afresh in January 2025, details will be available soon. You can find out more about the scheme on the 50/Fifty page of this website. To sign up you can email Martin at fifty50@oldruts.club If you are a prizewinner please contact me and provide your bank account name, sort code and account number to the above email so that payment can be made. Quarterly Bumper prize of £1,000 – Martin Jones March 2023 - [Orbit November 2024](https://oldruts.club/orbit-november-2024/): This edition of Orbit features: Download your copy below. - [50/Fifty Prize Draw - 2022 - Q4 Results](https://oldruts.club/50-fifty-prize-draw-2022-q4-results/): It’s now too late to join the old 50/Fifty prize draw. However, this vital fundraising scheme will be starting afresh in January 2025, details will be available soon. You can find out more about the scheme on the 50/Fifty page of this website. To sign up you can email Martin on Fifty50@oldruts.club Quarterly Bumper prize of £1,000 – Darren Knott December 2022 - [Blood & Gutsfest 2025](https://oldruts.club/blood-gutsfest-fireworks-back/): Tickets for Gutsfest are selling fast. Grab yours now at CLICK HERE – TO BUY NOW * LIVE MUSIC from 4pm * FIREWORKS * KIDS PARTY, DISCO, SNACKS, SPOOKY DRINKS * GREAT FOOD - [Old Ruts Comedy Night](https://oldruts.club/old-ruts-comedy-night/): Buy tickets online at: https://buytickets.at/oldruts - [Free ORA dance fitness](https://oldruts.club/free-ora-dance-fitness/) - [GutsFest 2023 : Booking Now!](https://oldruts.club/gutsfest-2023-booking-now/): Through poplar demand, we are pleased to announce the return of Blood and GutsFest this November. Loads of bands, fantastic food and drinks to be enjoyed all night…Kids disco starts at 6.30pm Book your tickets early online with our early bird discount: Adults £12, Children under 15 Free (On the door £15). No booking fee for ORA members! - [ORA Autumn 2023 news](https://oldruts.club/ora-autumn-2023-news/): There’s been a LOT going on behind the scenes at Old Ruts in recent months and we wanted to share some of the highlights with you, our fantastic members: 🍹 Bar refurbishment Phase One of our bar refurbishment programme is complete. This includes: * New cellar system introduced. * New coffee machine installed. * Rear load fridges installed. * Lines reorganised to allow for guest beers. The next phase is already in progress and will include modernisation and redecoration of the bar area. More details coming soon. 🚧 Fencing & netting * Work to secure our border along the east … Continue reading RutsFest 2026 - [U15 footballers needed for Ruts girls' team](https://oldruts.club/u15-footballers-needed-for-ruts-girls-team/) - [U17/18 footballers required](https://oldruts.club/u17-18-footballers-required/) - [](https://oldruts.club/2273-2/) - [Ruts Super Saturday](https://oldruts.club/ruts-super-saturday/): Football for girls and boys of all abilities. Free trial available. Membership fee waived for Ruts members. Join up today! - [2023 AGM - Old Rutlishians' Association](https://oldruts.club/2023-agm-old-rutlishians-association/): The 2023 Annual General Meeting for the Charity will be held at the Club in the Upstairs Hall at 8.00pm on Monday 3rd July. All members are welcome and encouraged to attend. Time of the meeting 7.30pm – Registration commences, please ensure you register at the desk so your attendance can be logged, and your membership confirmed for voting purposes 8.00pm – The AGM commences If you would like to attend the AGM, please email the Club Administrator Alex Bridges on membership@oldruts.club If you are unable to access the documents, require any help or further information, please use the contact details below: … Continue reading RutsFest 2026 - [Televised sporting events at Old Ruts 2023](https://oldruts.club/televised-sporting-events-at-old-ruts-2023/): We’ll be screening all the Ashes and England T20 & ODI matches, plus, of course, every game in the Rugby World Cup. See below for dates and times. Cricket 6-10, 19-23 & 27-31 July – England vs Australia 11:00 30 August and 1 & 5 September – England vs New Zealand (T20) 18.00 3 September – England vs New Zealand (T20) 14:30 8, 13 & 15 September – England vs New Zealand (ODI) 12:30 10 September – England vs New Zealand (ODI) 11:00 Rugby 8 September – France vs New Zealand 20:00 9 September – Italy vs Namibia 12:00                   – … Continue reading RutsFest 2026 - [Summer bar opening hours](https://oldruts.club/summer-bar-opening-hours/) - [New ORA Trustee Board members required](https://oldruts.club/new-ora-trustee-board-members-required/): The ORA Trustee Board is seeking to add new trustees to the team who run the charity. These voluntary roles are crucial to helping us move forward our goals of seeking to grow participation in sport while being a valued community for our members and wider Merton Park neighbours.  Each trustee would actively be involved in one or more areas of our strategy, working to drive initiatives forward that will make a real impact. Who do we need? Enthusiastic individuals who offer new skills and experience which will add to the existing team members on the board that runs the … Continue reading RutsFest 2026 - [New: Old Ruts recreational running club](https://oldruts.club/new-old-ruts-running-club/): Free for Old Ruts members! - [Car park resurfacing](https://oldruts.club/car-park-resurfacing/): Please note that the planned resurfacing of the ORA carpark has been postponed. We now need the car park completely cleared from 7-13 May 2023. No parking will be available on site between these dates. Thank you for your co-operation. The ORA Trustees. - [Rutsfest 2023 - Tickets now on sale](https://oldruts.club/rutsfest-2023-tickets-now-onsale/): The ORA is delighted to announce tickets are now on sales for this year’s Rutsfest on Sunday, May 28th from 1pm. You can expect all the same fantastic music, entertainment, food and bouncy castles plus new for this year, free entry from 10.30am-1pm to the Dons Local Action group family fun day. A massive May 28th, come and join us! Early bird Rutsfest tickets can be bought in advance at the bar or online (booking fee apply). Full price tickets available on the day. Free entry for U12s. - [](https://oldruts.club/2164-2/) - [The legendary ORA Wine & Cheese night is back!](https://oldruts.club/the-legendary-ora-wine-cheese-night-is-back/) - [](https://oldruts.club/wanted-ora-administrator-club-secretary/) - [50/Fifty Prize Draw - 2022 - Q3 Results](https://oldruts.club/50-fifty-prize-draw-2022-q3-results/): It’s NEVER too late to join the 50/Fifty prize draw. This vital fundraising scheme is ongoing and can be joined at any time. You can find out more about the scheme on the 50/Fifty page of this website. To sign up you can call me on 07715 801684, or email me. Quarterly Bumper prize of £1,000 – Dwight Lindo September 2022 1st prize – Erol Yilmaz – £155.34 2nd prize – Craig Wellstead – £93.20 3rd prize – David Dulley – £62.13 - [50/Fifty Prize Draw - 2022 Q2 Results](https://oldruts.club/50-fifty-prize-draw-2022-q2-results/): It’s NEVER too late to join the 50/Fifty prize draw. This vital fundraising scheme is ongoing and can be joined at any time. You can find out more about the scheme on the 50/Fifty page of this website. To sign up you can call me on 07715 801684, or email me. Quarterly Bumper prize of £1,000 – Sam Patel June 2022 1st prize – Don Hamilton – £155.34 2nd prize – Andrew Killerby – £93.20 3rd prize – Paul Lewis – £62.13 - [](https://oldruts.club/2141-2/) - [](https://oldruts.club/2131-2/) - [](https://oldruts.club/2125-2/) - [Free trials available for Ruts Super Saturdays!](https://oldruts.club/places-still-available-for-ruts-super-saturdays/): Aimed at boys and girls aged 4-7, Ruts Super Saturdays offers weekly structured football without any travel commitments, teaching younger kids a range of footballing skills, while making new friends and having heaps of fun. Running at our Poplar Road site from September – April every year, the course costs just £29.99 per month plus an annual Old Ruts membership fee for at least one parent of £48 (membership fee waived for existing parent members). To sign up for your FREE trial, email Alfie on arowlands-rickelsford@futsalelite.co.uk or to enroll on a monthly basis go to https://webcollect.org.uk/oldruts/subscription, click on the football subs … Continue reading RutsFest 2026 - [Winter opening hours at Old Ruts](https://oldruts.club/winter-opening-hours-at-old-ruts/): Mon–Thu: 17:00–22:00Fri: 17:00–23:00Sat: 13.00–23:00 Sun: 11:00–20:00 - [](https://oldruts.club/2107-2/) - [](https://oldruts.club/2098-2/) - [](https://oldruts.club/2094-2/) - [](https://oldruts.club/2088-2/) - [The Orbit - September 2022](https://oldruts.club/the-orbit-september-2022/): Click the link below for the latest news from Poplar Road. - [RIP Queen Elizabeth II](https://oldruts.club/rip-queen-elizabeth-ii/) - [Please help Paul Trevelyan, our junior football chair, raise cash for new floodlights at the club.](https://oldruts.club/please-help-paul-raise-cash-for-new-floodlights-at-our-lovely-club/): https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/paul-trevelyan - [Old Ruts needs you!](https://oldruts.club/old-ruts-needs-you/): The ORA Trustee Board needs new trustees to help us run our fantastic Club. Who do we need? Enthusiastic individuals with the skills and experience to be part of the team that runs the Club, sets its strategic direction, and does everything necessary to keep us running smoothly. What skills and experience are needed? We are looking for a range of skills, including: project management; fund-raising; safeguarding, compliance & governance; grounds management; software and data management; marketing & advertising; engineering/architecture/ commercial property experience. This list is not exhaustive – what’s important is having a can-do attitude and getting resourceful people … Continue reading RutsFest 2026 - [Women's Euro Finals 2022](https://oldruts.club/womens-euro-finals-2022/) - [50/Fifty Prize Draw - 2022 Q1 Results](https://oldruts.club/50-fifty-prize-draw-2022-q1-results/): It’s NEVER too late to join the 50/Fifty prize draw. This vital fundraising scheme is ongoing and can be joined at any time. You can find out more about the scheme on the 50/Fifty page of this website. To sign up you can call me on 07715 801684, or email me. Quarterly Bumper prize of £1,000 – Andrew Mills March 2022 1st prize – Manisha Patel – £151.34 2nd prize – Ken Oastler – £90.80 3rd prize – Mike Richardson – £60.53 - [Past Presidents' Tankard Presentation](https://oldruts.club/past-presidents-tankard-presentation/): At our AGM on Friday 22nd July, our 3 Past Presidents were presented with their Tankards – a long running tradition that we are glad can return. - [The Orbit – July 2022](https://oldruts.club/the-orbit-july-2022/): Click the link below for the latest news from Poplar Road. - [2022 - Annual General Meeting](https://oldruts.club/2022-annual-general-meeting/): 2022 AGM – OLD RUTLISHIANS ASSOCIATION The 2022 Annual General Meeting for the Charity will be held at the Clubhouse in the Upstairs Hall at 8.00pm on Friday 22 July. Please see attached the Notice of Meeting, Accounts and Minutes of the 2021 AGM.   All members are welcome and encouraged to attend. If you would like to attend the AGM, please email the Club Administrator Vicki Baird on membership@oldruts.club David Doerr – Club Secretary On Behalf of the Board of Trustees, Old Rutlishians Association - [The Pizza Project - Back by popular demand!](https://oldruts.club/the-pizza-project-back-by-popular-demand/): Friday June 24th. Back by popular demand, the Pizza Project will be serving authentic wood fired pizzas from 6pm. We hope everyone can come to the club and enjoy a lovely summer evening of food and drinks. - [The Orbit - May 2023](https://oldruts.club/the-orbit-may-2023/): Click the link below for the latest news from Poplar Road. - [Rutsfest 2022](https://oldruts.club/rutsfest-2022/): Click here to get your tickets online. - [Appeal to Modernise St Mary’s Church Community Parish Hall](https://oldruts.club/appeal-to-modernise-st-marys-church-community-parish-hall/): The Hall is the beating heart of the community. It is the local meeting place for organisations and classes, community and family events – weddings, parties, meetings, quizzes, the Summer and Christmas fairs and the ever popular Parish Players Pantomime.  Generations of families have been coming to the Hall over the past sixty years making it part of their own history but our 1960’s Parish Hall is feeling it’s age!  It is cold and drafty and because we need to become more energy efficient and reduce our carbon footprint, we are going to replace the ceiling, all the windows and … Continue reading RutsFest 2026 - [Wine & Cheese Night - 1st April 2022](https://oldruts.club/wine-cheese-night-1st-april-2022/): After a long break we are back with one of the most popular events at The Ruts! Top wine expert Jim Eustace will again be bringing some absolute bangers from his cellars for you to try accompanied by the usual groaning tables of fabulous cheeses and charcuterie….all this for just £20 a head!!! Book early tickets always go fast…. Please contact Mike Stallard on rstallard@btinternet.com to book your place. - [The Orbit - March 2022](https://oldruts.club/the-orbit-march-2022/): For the latest news and events please see the attached Orbit! - [A Night with Jason Leonard](https://oldruts.club/a-night-with-jason-leonard/): The Old Ruts are very excited to host ” a Evening with Jason Leonard” on Monday 21st March. Please see the attached flyer for more information. - [50/Fifty Prize Draw - 2021 Q4 Results](https://oldruts.club/50-fifty-prize-draw-2021-q4-results/): It’s NEVER too late to join the 50/Fifty prize draw. This vital fundraising scheme is ongoing and can be joined at any time. You can find out more about the scheme on the 50/Fifty page of this website. To sign up you can call me on 07715 801684, email me and you can now join via a WebCollect subscription! Quarterly Bumper prize of £1,000 – Daniel Poulter December 2021 1st prize – Paul Riches – £145.34 2nd prize – Graham Edwards – £87.20 3rd prize – Andrew Killerby – £58.13 - [Ruts Super Saturdays](https://oldruts.club/ruts-super-saturdays/) - [The Orbit - February 2022](https://oldruts.club/the-orbit-february-2022/): For the latest news and events please see the attached Orbit! - [⚽⚽ New: Ruts Super Saturday ⚽⚽](https://oldruts.club/%e2%9a%bd%e2%9a%bd-new-ruts-super-saturday-%e2%9a%bd%e2%9a%bd/): We’re excited to announce the launch of a new Football for All initiative for youngsters at Old Ruts. Aimed at boys and girls aged 4-7, Ruts Super Saturday will begin at our Poplar Road ground (SW19 3JS) on 5 March, running from 9.30-11am. Going forward it will run from September – May every year. The course will be led by UEFA qualified coach, Alfie Rowlands-Rickelsford – an old Ruts boy who is already heavily involved in junior football coaching at the club and runs the hugely popular Futsal course across the borough. Structured, on-site football without any travel commitments, Ruts Super Saturday will teach … Continue reading RutsFest 2026 - [50/Fifty Prize Draw - 2021 Q3 Results](https://oldruts.club/50-fifty-prize-draw-2021-q3-results/): It’s NEVER too late to join the 50/Fifty prize draw. This vital fundraising scheme is ongoing and can be joined at any time. You can find out more about the scheme on the 50/Fifty page of this website. To sign up you can call me on 07715 801684, email me and you can now join via a WebCollect subscription! Quarterly Bumper prize of £1,000 – Rick Stubbing September 2021 1st prize – Martin Killerby – £151.34 2nd prize – Gary Langton – £90.80 3rd prize – Dwight Lindo – £60.53 - [50/Fifty Prize Draw - 2021 Q2 Results](https://oldruts.club/50-fifty-prize-draw-2021-q2-results/): It’s NEVER too late to join the 50/Fifty prize draw. This vital fundraising scheme is ongoing and can be joined at any time. You can find out more about the scheme on the 50/Fifty page of this website. To sign up you can call me on 07715 801684, email me and you can now join via a WebCollect subscription! Quarterly Bumper prize of £1,000 – Iain Higgins June 2021 1st prize – Peter Leonard – £155.34 2nd prize – Richard Cherry – £93.20 3rd prize – Nick Brown – £62.13 - [The Orbit - October Edition](https://oldruts.club/the-orbit-october-edition/): For this months news please use the link below. - [The Orbit - September Edition](https://oldruts.club/the-orbit-september-edition/): For all this months news and information please take a look. - [BLOOD & GUTSFEST 2021](https://oldruts.club/guts-fest/) - [ORA Orbit - July Edition](https://oldruts.club/ora-orbit-july-edition/): For all this months news and information please take a look. - [ORA Orbit - June Edition](https://oldruts.club/ora-orbit-june-edition/): For all this months news and information please take a look. - [This weekend at the Old Ruts....](https://oldruts.club/this-weekend-at-the-old-ruts/): Our in-house chef has created a Euro’s inspired Menu for this weekends Football & Father’s Day celebrations. All games will be shown in the bar and on the outside screen. We are fully booked inside on Friday 18th for the England v Scotland game but the outside seating operates on a first come first served basis. Please email – bar@oldruts.club for more information. - [Friday Night at the Old Ruts](https://oldruts.club/friday-night-at-the-old-ruts/): This Friday – 11th June we are pleased to welcome back the lovely ladies from Blondie & Blue. No booking required for outside tables – first come, first serve! - [2021 AGM – OLD RUTLISHIANS ASSOCIATION](https://oldruts.club/2021-agm-old-rutlishians-association/): The 2021 Annual General Meeting for the Charity will be held at the Club in the Upstairs Hall at 8.00pm on Friday 9th July.  All members are welcome and encouraged to attend, though spaces are limited. If you would like to attend the AGM, please email the Club Administrator Vicki Baird on membership@oldruts.club If you can’t attend but would like to cast your vote by proxy, there are 2 ways to do this. Either – complete the form https://docs.google.com/forms/u/1/d/e/1FAIpQLSeljtJo1Vs-dLCoG8A8mTsRt7KdXVtyxtrLMMyt8JSDaQX_6g/viewform?usp=send_form Or 2. Complete the Proxy Voting form available from the website and return it by email or mail to Vicki. If … Continue reading RutsFest 2026 - [50/Fifty Prize Draw - 2021 Q1 Results](https://oldruts.club/50-fifty-prize-draw-2021-q1-results/): It’s NEVER too late to join the 50/Fifty prize draw. This vital fundraising scheme is ongoing and can be joined at any time. You can find out more about the scheme on the 50/Fifty page of this website. To sign up you can call me on 07715 801684, email me and you can now join via a WebCollect subscription! Quarterly Bumper prize of £1,000 – Graham Clayton March 2021 1st prize – Donald Bishop – £151.34 2nd prize – Martin Waller – £90.80 3rd prize – Geoff Cooper – £60.53 - [50/Fifty Prize Draw - 2020 Q4 Results](https://oldruts.club/50-fifty-prize-draw-2020-q4-results/): It’s NEVER too late to join the 50/Fifty prize draw. This vital fundraising scheme is ongoing and can be joined at any time. You can find out more about the scheme on the 50/Fifty page of this website. To sign up you can call me on 07715 801684, email me and you can now join via a WebCollect subscription! Quarterly Bumper prize of £1,000 – Peter Neale December 2020 1st prize – Craig Wellstead – £161.34 2nd prize – Margaret Musk – £96.80 3rd prize – Sam Keohane – £64.53 - [Old Ruts is calling on members to help run our great Club](https://oldruts.club/old-ruts-is-calling-on-members-to-help-run-our-great-club/): Who do we need? Enthusiastic individuals with the skills and experience to be part of the team that runs the Club and sets its strategic direction. What skills and experience are needed? We are looking for a range of skills, including: Project Management Fund Raising IT, Data & Infrastructure Marketing & Advertising Engineering/Architecture Finance & Administration. This list is not exhaustive – what’s really important is having a can-do attitude and getting enthusiastic people on board who are willing to roll up their sleeves and always work with the good of the Club in mind. In particular we’re seeking:  A … Continue reading RutsFest 2026 - [50/Fifty Prize Draw - 2020 Q3 Results](https://oldruts.club/50-fifty-prize-draw-2020-q3-results/): It’s NEVER too late to join the 50/Fifty prize draw. This vital fundraising scheme is ongoing and can be joined at any time. You can find out more about the scheme on the 50/Fifty page of this website. To sign up you can call me on 07715 801684, email me and you can now join via a WebCollect subscription! Quarterly Bumper prize of £1,000 – Ken Hough September 2020 1st prize – Paul Riches – £159.34 2nd prize – Rob Cuthbert – £95.60 3rd prize – Brian Foster – £63.73 - [50/Fifty Prize Draw - 2020 Q2 Results](https://oldruts.club/50-fifty-prize-draw-2020-q2-results/): It’s NEVER too late to join the 50/Fifty prize draw. This vital fundraising scheme is ongoing and can be joined at any time. You can find out more about the scheme on the 50/Fifty page of this website. To sign up you can call me on 07715 801684, email me and you can now join via a WebCollect subscription! Quarterly Bumper prize of £1,000 – Manisha Patel June 2020 1st prize – John Jay – £153.34 2nd prize – Dennis Barber – £92.00 3rd prize – Carol Poole – £61.33 - [50/Fifty Prize Draw - 2020 Q1 Results](https://oldruts.club/50-fifty-prize-draw-2020-q1-results/): It’s NEVER too late to join the 50/Fifty prize draw. This vital fundraising scheme is ongoing and can be joined at any time. You can find out more about the scheme on the 50/Fifty page of this website. To sign up you can call me on 07715 801684, email me and you can now join via a WebCollect subscription! Quarterly Bumper prize of £1,000 – Craig Wellstead March 2020 1st prize – Peter Neale – £155.34 2nd prize – John Rundle – £93.20 3rd prize – Gary Forge – £62.13 - [Trustee Vacancy](https://oldruts.club/trustee-vacancy/): Our Trustees play a pivotal role in setting the strategic direction of our Club, as well as holding management to account to ensure we are delivering our best for our members. - [Bar re-opening - Fri 10th @ 5pm](https://oldruts.club/bar-re-opening/): The Club will be re-opening the bar for outside service only from Friday 10th. To ensure we follow government guidelines and keep staff and customers safe there will be a number of changes that you will need to follow. We are taking our responsibilities seriously and have no choice but to implement these practices if we wish to re-open safely for our staff and members. Please remember this is all new to us too and respect the requests of staff and volunteers as we work through this new way of working together. - [Cricket Nets are OPEN!](https://oldruts.club/cricket-nets-are-open/): The government recently announced changes to allow some sporting facilities to re-open following the closedown due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This has meant our Cricket Section have been able to re-open our first class net facility. A lot of planning and effort from volunteers is being made to re-open the Nets safely and in-line with ECB and government guidelines – their efforts are greatly appreciated by members. To find out all of the details on how you can go about booking a slot please visit https://oldrutscricket.co.uk/phase-1-cricket-nets-reopening/ - [50/Fifty Prize Draw - 2019 Q4 Results](https://oldruts.club/50-fifty-prize-draw-2019-q4-results-old-rutlishians-association/): It’s NEVER too late to join the 50/Fifty prize draw. This vital fundraising scheme is ongoing and can be joined at any time. You can find out more about the scheme on the 50/Fifty page of this website. To sign up you can call me on 07715 801684, email me and you can now join via a WebCollect subscription! Quarterly Bumper prize of £1,000 – John Rundle December 2019 1st prize – Scott Stoney – £163.34 2nd prize – Steve Corbey – £98.00 3rd prize – Graham Larcombe – £65.33 - [Food Hub Update](https://oldruts.club/food-hub-update/): We hope all our Members and Friends are well during this uncertain time and we look forward to being able to see each other again in the not too distant future. COVID-19 is certainly a worrying time for everyone but we remain hopeful. As you will all no doubt be aware, we have temporarily turned the Poplar Road club house into a food drop off and distribution centre for the Dons Local Action Group’s incredible project to provide support to the vulnerable in Merton, Kingston and beyond. - [AGM 2020 - Minutes and recording of video conference](https://oldruts.club/agm-2020-minutes-and-recording-of-video-conference/): The 2020 AGM was held at 19:30 on Friday 1st May 2020 by online video conference. The minutes from the both the incorporated association and the new CIO are available for download below. As the AGM was held online it was recorded and is also available for viewing on YouTube. - [AGM 2020 - What you're voting for](https://oldruts.club/agm-2020-what-youre-voting-for/): This article explains Proxy Voting, answers some common questions and provides more detailed profiles of the Trustees. Proxy voting Every member is being asked to vote by completing a proxy form this year. This is so that we can hold the AGM effectively via audio/video conference and members can nominate a representative to attend. We are encouraging members to get together and share a proxy or choose a trustee to act as their proxy, this will make the audio/video conference run more smoothly. Trustees that have already agreed to be proxies are included in the form so you can just … Continue reading RutsFest 2026 - [Old Ruts Foodbank gets celebrity support](https://oldruts.club/old-ruts-foodbank-gets-celebrity-support/): Old Ruts volunteers have been working with the Wimbledon AFC Dons Local Action Group to help the elderly and vulnerable during these difficult times. You can drop off food items every Saturday and offer your support if you have free time. All the details are in this article if you would like to volunteer or need help. Our local conservative MP, Stephen Hammond, has visited to see the great work that’s being done at Old Ruts and the campaign has become so popular that it’s attracted some great support from local celebrities. Check out the videos below: - [AGM 2020](https://oldruts.club/agm-2020/): This year’s AGMs will be held via audio/video-conference on Friday 1st May 2020 at 7:30pm. Due to the COVID-19 outbreak we have had to adapt our approach as there can be no physical meeting. We are using our previously agreed rules to ask everyone to vote via a Proxy at this AGM. A Proxy is a person whom a member nominates to represent them at the meeting. There are some important decisions to be taken by members, including the election of new trustees, so please make sure you vote. Members may confirm their choice of Proxy and direct the Proxy … Continue reading RutsFest 2026 - [Entertainment during lockdown](https://oldruts.club/entertainment-during-lockdown/): Here’s a list of offers, advice and ideas based around keeping entertained during lockdown that you might like to take advantage of. To add something that isn’t on the list please fill in the ‘Leave a reply’ box at the bottom of this article and I’ll add them. Please let us know how you’ve been keeping sane! - [Local businesses offering help during lockdown](https://oldruts.club/local-businesses-offering-help-during-lockdown/): I’ve seen a lot of local businesses trying to do their bit during the current crisis and lockdown and also try to keep their businesses going with no footfall. I thought it may help our members if we started listing some of those. These are not recommendations, just list of offers that members have forwarded – they have not been checked. If anyone finds the offers to be no longer running please let me know. To add something that isn’t on the list please fill in the ‘Leave a reply’ box at the bottom of this article and I’ll add … Continue reading RutsFest 2026 - [eBay for Charity](https://oldruts.club/ebay-for-charity/): Choose Old Ruts as your charity when selling goods on eBay. - [Old Ruts Supporting Merton](https://oldruts.club/old-ruts-supporting-merton/): Old Ruts is working with AFC Wimbledon’s Dons Local Action Group to co-ordinate volunteers, businesses and local organisations in providing practical and emotional support to people in Merton during the COVID-19 outbreak. - [Temporary Closure of Old Ruts](https://oldruts.club/temporary-closure-of-old-ruts/): You will no doubt have seen the government’s latest advice on avoiding bars and clubs and reducing all non-essential social gatherings and contact. In light of this the Executive Committee have decided they have no choice but to close the Club with immediate effect until at least April 14th 2020 – 4 weeks. This decision will be kept under constant review and has not been taken lightly. We are very aware that this will have a financial impact on our part-time casual staff and on the well-being of our active membership. This means that all Club events, sport and training … Continue reading RutsFest 2026 - [Preventing the spread of COVID-19](https://oldruts.club/covid-19/): Old Ruts is still open for business and sport is still being played at the Club. We are following Public Health England advice to try and prevent the spread of COVID-19. The full advice can be found here. - [Support Old Ruts on Amazon](https://oldruts.club/support-old-ruts-on-amazon/): As many of you know, the Old Rutlishians’ Association is becoming a registered charity. As we prepare to operationally launch our status on 1st April we have signed up to Amazon’s Smile programme. If you shop on Amazon you can go to https://smile.amazon.co.uk/ch/1184886-0 and choose Old Rutlishians’ Association to become your nominated charity. Once you have nominated us as your charity, 0.5% of all eligible purchases will be donated to Old Ruts by Amazon – with no cost or complexity for you – every time you shop at https://smile.amazon.co.uk - [Comedy Night - Ben Norris, Gavin Webster, Rob Hitchmough](https://oldruts.club/comedy-night-ben-norris-gavin-webster-rob-hitchmough/): It’ll be Summer soon folks! SATURDAY 4th APRIL 2020 COMEDY NIGHT #3 AT OLD RUTS So we thought as the last one was such a smash hit we’d do another Comedy Night this coming April and once again we have two well respected UK comedians joining us, compered by our very own Rob Hitchmough from Rugby’s U11s. All Old Rutlishians’ are welcome to buy tickets. Help us to make the Comedy Nights even better and leave your feedback here - [Changes to Membership Fees for 2020](https://oldruts.club/changes-to-membership-fees-for-2020/): The ORA Executive have recently reviewed the Membership Fees and structure for 2020. To become a member of Old Ruts a membership is needed for every adult player and/or parent and a subscription must be purchased for any sport that is played. This structure remains unchanged. After careful consideration the ORA Executive have decided to increase adult and parent memberships by £10 a year from the point a membership is renewed. - [Congratulations to Old Rutlishians' Ryan Patel](https://oldruts.club/congratulations-to-old-rutlishians-ryan-patel/): Our President, Craig, is ‘on tour’ in Australia and sends back this short video for you all of Ryan making his 100 in the University Cricket Club of Western Australia vs. Joondalup WCA Premier League.. Ryan scored 115. A 255 stand was the highest partnership for any wicket in the club’s 106 year history. - [50/Fifty Prize Draw - 2019 Q3 Results](https://oldruts.club/50-fifty-prize-draw-2019-q3-results/): It’s NEVER too late to join the 50/Fifty prize draw. This vital fundraising scheme is ongoing and can be joined at any time. You can find out more about the scheme on the 50/Fifty page of this website, call me on 07715 801684 or email me. Quarterly Bumper prize of £1,000 – Gary Langton September 2019 1st prize – Angus Litster – £165.34 2nd prize – Gary Forge – £99.20 3rd prize – Craig Wellstead – £66.13 - [Comedy Night - Andre Vincent, Steve Gribbin, Rob Hitchmough](https://oldruts.club/comedy-night-andre-vincent-steve-gribbin-rob-hitchmough/): This is the way to get over those post-Christmas blues! SATURDAY 25th JANUARY 2020 COMEDY IS BACK AT OLD RUTS After the success of the last comedy night with Phil Nichol, Old Ruts Rugby are hosting another event this coming January and this time we have two of the UK’s top comedians joining us, once again compered by our very own Rob Hitchmough from Rugby’s U11s. All Old Rutlishians are welcome to buy tickets. - [50/Fifty Prize Draw - 2019 Q2 Results](https://oldruts.club/50-fifty-prize-draw-2019-q2-results/): It’s NEVER too late to join the 50/Fifty prize draw. This vital fundraising scheme is ongoing and can be joined at any time. You can find out more about the scheme on the 50/Fifty page of this website, call me on 07715 801684 or email me. Quarterly Bumper prize of £1,000 – Craig Wellstead June 2019 1st prize – Martin Board – £167.34 2nd prize – Holly Campbell – £100.40 3rd prize – Mike Sheridan – £66.93 - [Feedback](https://oldruts.club/feedback/): If you would like to provide feedback or suggestions for improvement on any aspect of the Club you can now do so via this simple online form. The feedback will be reviewed monthly and used to shape the future direction of the Club or address areas of concern. You don’t have to leave any contact details but it would really help us if you could so we can discuss any concerns with you. - [Halloween Blood & GutsFest](https://oldruts.club/halloween-blood-and-gutsfest/): It’s almost that time of year when Ruts gets spooky! Members can buy tickets online or over the bar to see 16 bands and artists performing on 2 indoor stages. There will also be great food and fireworks to keep the entertainment going. - [Orbit - Summer 2019](https://oldruts.club/orbit-summer-2019/): Click here for the Summer 2019 of the Club’s monthly newsletter, Orbit. In this month’s edition of Orbit: ## Pages - [GutsFest 2025](https://oldruts.club/gutsfest/): Blood and GutsFest is back November 1st with Fireworks!! Loads of bands, fantastic food and drinks to be enjoyed all night… Bands from 4pm Kids disco starts at 6.00pm Book your tickets early online with our early bird discount: Adults £12, Children under 12 Free (On the door £15) – New online booking system - [What's on in the Hall](https://oldruts.club/whats-on-in-the-hall/): We have a number of activities provided by external companies, if you are interested in attending any please contact the hirer directly. MONDAY 9.15 – 10.15 – Caroline Pitt Fitness – www.carolinepittfitness.com TUESDAY 2.30 – 3.30 – Baby Ballet – Miss Shanelle www.babyballet.co.uk/babyballet-school/wimbledon/ 3.30 – 5.30 – Dance Kidz Academy – Shanelle – www.dancekidzacademy.co.uk WEDNESDAY 10.30 – 11.30 – Little Kickers – Helen Morgan – www.littlekickers.co.uk SATURDAY 8.45 – 9.45 – Yoga with Leanne – www.prioryoga.com - [Weekend food](https://oldruts.club/weekend-menu/): EVERY FRIDAY Pizza on the menu at Old Ruts every Friday night. Come on down! They really are fantastic! - [Member's discounts](https://oldruts.club/members-discounts/): Members of Old Rutlishians’ Association can take advantage of offers from local businesses. Terms & Conditions may be different for each business. - [Health & Safety](https://oldruts.club/health-safety/): Friday 31st July Take-away mexican food from https://margoandrita.co.uk Friday 24th July Take-away pizza service from https://thepizzaproject.co.uk Friday 10th July 2020 – Club Re-opening Take-away fish and chips from https://fryingsquad.co.uk Fish & Chip Van – Covid Risk Assessment Tuesday 9th June 2020 – Seniors Rugby Training - [Donate](https://oldruts.club/donate/): As you will have seen, due to the Coronavirus outbreak the Club has announced a 4 week closure – it is likely that this will be the minimum closure period and a longer closure gets more likely every day. Update 22/04/2020: The Club remains closed in line with government restrictions. We have now received a government grant and furloughed our staff – options that were not available at the time of our initial closure. Whilst we foresee significant future challenges to our revenue we are confident we can survive into the early part of 2021 if we have to remain … Continue reading RutsFest 2026 - [Image Library](https://oldruts.club/image-library/): The following images may be used, as is, in promotional material, publications or press for Old Rutlishians’. Please do not alter the images in any way. If you require a different size or format then please email support@oldruts.club Click here to access the Image Library - [Proposed changes to the Rules of Old Rutlishians' Association and formation of a Charitable Incorporated Organisation](https://oldruts.club/becoming-a-charitable-incorporated-organisation/): The AGM on 26th April 2019 endorsed a proposal from the Executive Committee to proceed with plans to change the Club’s structure to incorporate and seek charity status. A letter or email will be sent to all members directing them to this page. It contains the proposed legal documents for members to review and ask questions about, prior to an Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) on 25th July 2019, when members can vote on their acceptance of the proposed changes. Details on how to ask questions are at the end of this page. There are three documents below that explain the … Continue reading RutsFest 2026 - [Rules of The Old Rutlishians' Association](https://oldruts.club/rules-of-the-old-rutlishians-association/): (CHARITABLE INCORPORATED ORGANISATION) Charity Registered in England & Wales no. 1184886 Introduction Members Life members may be included within categories a., c., d.,, ef. depending upon whether a Life membership fee has been paid in lieu of annual subscriptions.  follows: a. Chairman b. Treasurer c. Commercial activities d. Community & Membership e. Schools Liaison f. House g. Grounds h. Sports i. Health, Safety j. Diversity k. Safeguarding l. Vice-Presidents Liaison 7. A Trustee may take on more than one of the above responsibilities and where possible the board make up will be made up of at least 1 active committee … Continue reading RutsFest 2026 - [RutsFest 2026](https://oldruts.club/rutsfest/): Sunday 24th May RutsFest is the Old Rutlishians’ Association’s annual early summer music festival. It’s an extremely popular family event in Merton Park and a great way to spend one of the days of your holiday weekend. This year, 16 live bands and two stages will be playing great music from 12:00pm until late. The RutsFest BBQ & Pizza’s will be available all day and the Real Ale Tent will be serving up its usual staple of excellent draught ales. Free entry for all children under 12 with free Bouncy castles, face-painting and Donkey rides as every year. It’s always … Continue reading RutsFest 2026 - [Venue Hire](https://oldruts.club/venue-hire/): The Old Ruts upstairs hall, bar and memorial meeting room is available to hire for your event.  It’s great for parties, receptions, birthdays, school events, corporate functions and wakes. Rates vary depending on requirements and timing. Prices below are for Members, please enquire at venuehire@oldruts.club for Non Members prices. Children’s parties – weekends onlySaturday: 11am – 2pm or 2pm – 5pm, Sunday: 11am – 2pmPrice – £30 per hour plus VAT Weekend Hall Hire – Evening party inc. BarAvailable Friday or Saturday – 6pm to 11pm (Bar open from 7pm, closes at 11pm, exit building by 11.30pm)Price – £275 plus … Continue reading RutsFest 2026 - [Board of Trustees](https://oldruts.club/trustees/): The current trustees of the Old Rutlishians’ Association (Charitable Incorporated Organisation). On 1 April 2020 Old Rutlishians’ Association launched its charitable status having previously been an Unincorporated Organisation. They are elected by members and must stand down every 3 years at which time they can stand for re-election if they wish. Neil Robinson Appointed: 7 October 2022, Chair November 2023 Sporting interests: Cricket Neil joined ORA as a trustee in October 2022. He is currently Chair of the ORA, Chair of the Grounds and Sports Committee and sits on the Finance and Risk Committee.  Neil is Chair of Cricket at … Continue reading RutsFest 2026 - [Sports](https://oldruts.club/sports/): Old Ruts is a multi-sports club providing rugby, cricket and football facilities to its members. Every parent or adult player becomes a member of the Old Rutlishians’ Association which allows the Club to provide facilities for themselves or their children to participate in one or many sports. Social Membership is also available for those whose playing days are past them or who just wish to be part of the social side of sport. Each section maintains their own website where you can find out more: Old Ruts CricketOld Ruts FootballOld Ruts RugbyRuts Youth FC - [Privacy Policy](https://oldruts.club/privacy-policy/): Who we are Our website address is: http://35.230.128.190 What personal data we collect and why we collect it Comments When visitors leave comments on the site we collect the data shown in the comments form, and also the visitor’s IP address and browser user agent string to help spam detection. An anonymized string created from your email address (also called a hash) may be provided to the Gravatar service to see if you are using it. The Gravatar service privacy policy is available here: https://automattic.com/privacy/. After approval of your comment, your profile picture is visible to the public in the … Continue reading RutsFest 2026 - [Privacy Notice](https://oldruts.club/privacy-notice/): The Old Rutlishians’ Association (Club) is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. For any personal data you provide for the purposes of your membership, the Club is the Data Controller and is responsible for storing and processing that data in a fair, lawful, secure and transparent way. What personal data we hold on you You may give us information about you by filling in a membership application or renewal form, or by corresponding with us by phone, e-mail or otherwise. The information you give us may include your name, date of birth, address, e-mail address, relationship (if any) with … Continue reading RutsFest 2026 - [Presidents](https://oldruts.club/presidents/): Year Name Bio 2024 D.Poulter BA 2022/23 M.Stallard 2021 G.Forge 2020 P.J.Day Peter Day President 2020-21 is an outstanding Old Rut. Nicknamed Daysy he is a Former first XI Cricket captain bowling spin and a reliable late middle order batsman. He know coaches in the junior section.He also represented the club at Football and is a passionate supporter of AFC Wimbledon 2018/19 C.J.Wellstead Craig has been a highly active and vocal advocate for Old Ruts during his time as President. He will be remembered for many initiatives to promote the Association, sporting sections and support for local charities. His efforts … Continue reading RutsFest 2026 - [Watson Trophy](https://oldruts.club/watson-trophy/): The Watson trophy is awarded to members of the Old Rutlishians’ Association that have made a significant contribution to the club during that year. 2022 – Paul Riches Past winners 2021 – Sandy Pfeifer – for outstanding contribution to the ORA in getting Charity status. 2020 -Bob Ford and Neil Robinson for the Cricket Net Project 2019 – Martin Killerby for his efforts in managing and running the 50/Fifty Club. 2018 – Nick Carroll 2017 – Mike Cue 2016 – Peter Smith 2015 – Bill and Carol Tidey 2014 – Rob Lever 2013 – Mike Stallard 2012 – Steve Simpson … Continue reading RutsFest 2026 - [Sponsor your pitch](https://oldruts.club/sponsor-your-pitch/): Details to follow… - [Home](https://oldruts.club/home-2/): The Old Rutlishians’ Association is a sports and social club in Merton Park, SW19. It is registered charity (Reg. Charity No. 1184886). Our address is: The Clubhouse Poplar Road Merton Park London SW19 3JS Telephone 020 8542 3678. ORA Cricket website ORA Football website ORA Rugby website Clubhouse opening times Monday to Thursday –  5pm – 10pm Friday – 3.30pm – 10pm Saturday and Sunday 1pm to 10pm Read the latest from The Orbit in our news page - [Abroad](https://oldruts.club/old-ruts-abroad/): You can use the map above to find an Old Rutlishian who now lives outside of the UK. Clicking on the drawer icon on the top left of the map will show you a list of their names. Clicking on a name shows you their location and email address. Alternatively, you can browse the house pins on the map to see who is where. AustraliaDavid Hall – Dhallassociates@bigpond.com.auSteve Knight – stephenk@wineknight.com.auClive Mancey – cram50@hotmail.comGary Newcomb – gnewcome@bigpond.comGeoff Smith – geoff_smith4@hotmail.com AustriaJohn Lynto Evans – john.lynton-evans@speed.at CanadaBernard Major – bhmajor@shaw.caSam Mullin – sammullin8@hotmail.com FranceDoug Connell – ddouglas.connell@wanadoo.frSteve Goble – steve.goble@orange.frMalcolm Westlake … Continue reading RutsFest 2026 - [Contact](https://oldruts.club/contact-us/): The Clubhouse Poplar Road Merton Park London SW19 3JS General Enquiries Telephone: 020 8542 3678Email: secretary@oldruts.club Hall Hire EnquiriesTelephone: 020 8542 3678Email: venuehire@oldruts.club Winter Opening Hours Mon – Thurs – 5pm – 10pm Friday – 5pm – 11pm Saturday – 11am – 11pm & Sunday 11am – 10pm. Old Rutlishians’ AssociationAssociation Chairman – Neil Robinson (Acting) – chairman@oldruts.clubSecretary to the Trustees – Alex Bridges – secretary@oldruts.clubMembership administration/renewals – Alex Bridges – membership@oldruts.club - [Hire](https://oldruts.club/hall-hire/): Hall hire and a private bar at Old Ruts are, for example, great for children’s parties, receptions, birthdays, school PTA events and corporate functions. In addition, tables and chairs can be provided as part of the hall hire in a layout of your choice with options for a raised stage/platform for presenters. Furthermore, there is audio/visual equipment available with a large screen for easy viewing. Click on the photos to see larger images. Prices Rates vary depending on requirements and timing. Typical prices are as follows: Children’s parties Saturdays: 11am – 2pm or 2pm – 5pm = £90+VAT for 3 … Continue reading RutsFest 2026 - [Rutlish School](https://oldruts.club/rutlish-school/): The Old Rutlishians’ Association was formed to provide former puplis of Rutlish School with sports facilities and a meeting place. Please visit the Rutlish School website here - [Rugby](https://oldruts.club/rugby/): Please visit the Rugby website - [Football](https://oldruts.club/football/): Seniors The Old Rutlishians’ AFC is an ambitious County Intermediate Sports Section with 6 teams. 4 of them compete in the Saturday SSEC Combination League, the Sunday XI play in the SSFL, whilst the over 50’s Walking Football Team will play Friendlies in the forthcoming 2022/ 23 Season. New Senior Players are Welcome to join us for 2022/23 Pre-Season Training is scheduled to commence on Tuesday 26th July 2022 at King Georges Playing Field, Tudor Drive, Morden, SM4 4PN for a prompt 7.00pm start. If you are interested in joining us please contact oldrutsfootball@yahoo.com for further details. You can also find us on Twitter … Continue reading RutsFest 2026 - [Cricket](https://oldruts.club/cricket/): Please visit the ORA Cricket website for more information - [Membership](https://oldruts.club/membership/): Old Ruts is a multi-sports Club with membership open to all. To play sport at the Club the playing adult or parent of the player must become a member of the ORA. Each sports’ section also has different subscription fees for their sport. The easiest way to become a member is to sign up and pay online where you can also view the subscription fees for each sport. Membership of the ORA entitles the adult/parent and their children to use the Club’s facilities such as the bar, changing rooms, free Wi-Fi and Sky Sports on multiple screens. Children and accompanied … Continue reading RutsFest 2026 - [About](https://oldruts.club/about/): Set in the heart of beautiful Merton Park, the Old Rutlishians’ Association is a registered charity dedicated to providing inclusive sports for girls, boys and grown-ups of all ages and abilities. Our thriving private members’ club in Poplar Road, SW19, serves as a central hub for our vibrant local community, bringing kids and grown-ups alike together to play sport, make friends or just relax in a friendly and safe environment. Old Ruts introduces children of all abilities to rugby from the age of 3 with its Rug Ruts programme, to cricket from age 5 with the All Stars and Kwik … Continue reading RutsFest 2026 - [Social](https://oldruts.club/social/): Bar Our events are displayed on the Calendar on the right of this website - [50/Fifty Prize Draw](https://oldruts.club/50fifty-prize-draw/): The 50/Fifty Prize Draw, started in 2008, is a fund raising scheme that all Old Rutlishian adult members can join. Half the money from ticket sales is awarded in prize draws and the other half is donated to the Association to help raise funds for the many activities that take place at the Club. The cost of one ticket equates to only £8 per month, payable quarterly (£24) or annually (£96) in advance. There are 36 monthly prizes and 4 quarterly prizes a year. Each ticket is entered into the monthly prize draw. 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