The countdown is on! Bulls Rugby Club launches its 2025/26 pre-season campaign with the first of three exciting Friday night friendlies, starting this Friday, 15th August, at The Jack Williams Ground.

Match 1: Bulls vs East Peckham & Paddock Wood RFC
📍 The Jack Williams Ground
🕡 Bar opens: 6:30 PM
🏉 Kick-off: 7:30 PM

East Peckham & Paddock Wood RFC arrive fresh off the back of three consecutive promotions, celebrating a league win last season and now competing in a higher division



Expect a fast-paced, competitive clash as both squads look to test combinations and build momentum.

Match 2: Friday 22nd August – Bulls vs Sittingbourne RFC
Sittingbourne finished mid-table in Counties 3 Kent, showing flashes of brilliance and resilience throughout the season



. This fixture promises a physical contest and a great opportunity for our squad to sharpen up ahead of the league.

Match 3: Friday 30th August – Triple Header vs Gosport & Fareham RFC
We wrap up pre-season with a festival of rugby featuring our 1st XV, 2nd XV, and Academy sides all taking on Gosport & Fareham RFC, who held their own in a tough league last season.



It’s a celebration of our club’s depth and development, showcasing the full Bulls family.



💪 Bulls Pre-Season Update

Pre-season training began in June, and week by week we've seen the return of key players from injury, a surge in fitness, and a growing sense of unity. The squad is looking strong, with a proud core of homegrown talent and age-grade coaches training and playing alongside senior players—a true reflection of the Bulls family spirit.

From the Academy to the 1st XV, the commitment is clear: we’re building something special.

The Aylesford Bulls Ladies are back in action and hungrier than ever as they prepare for an exciting new chapter in the Women’s NC 1 South East (South) league. After a strong finish last season, the 1st XV now face a fresh challenge in a highly competitive division, with fixtures lined up against the likes of Hove, Portsmouth Valkyries, and Jersey RFC Women 1.

💪 Pre-Season in Full Swing

Since early summer, the squad has been putting in the hard yards—on the pitch and in the gym. With a focus on fitness, cohesion, and tactical sharpness, the team has shown incredible commitment. The return of experienced players and the integration of promising new talent has created a dynamic and determined group ready to take on the season.

🏉 Upcoming Pre-Season Fixtures

Saturday 24th August – Away at Chesham RFC
Chesham Ladies, who topped Women’s NC 2 South East (West) last season2, will provide a stern test. This match will be a great benchmark for the Bulls as they step up to a higher level of competition.

Friday 30th August – Away at Beckenham RFC
Beckenham Ladies, who finished mid-table in Women’s Championship South 1 3, offer another tough challenge. This Friday night fixture will be a great showcase of the Bulls’ progress and resilience.

Friday 30th August – Development Squad Away Day at Tunbridge Wells RFC
While the 1st XV are at Beckenham, our Casuals development squad will head to Tunbridge Wells for a friendly against a growing side in Women’s NC 3 South East (South) 4. This is a fantastic opportunity for newer players to gain valuable match experience and continue their rugby journey.

🌟 A True Bulls Family

What makes this squad special is the spirit that binds them. From seasoned players to fresh faces, from age-grade graduates to returning veterans, the Bulls Ladies are a tight-knit unit. Coaches, players, and supporters alike are united in their passion and pride for the badge.

As the season approaches, the message is clear: we’re ready, we’re focused, and we’re proud to be Bulls.

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