Who, What and Where are we?

Millwall RFC FAQs

If you are new to Millwall Rugby Club, or are thinking of joining and just want to know what its all about, this is the page for you!

If you need to speak with someone, please call the Club Mobile on
07963 833655
and leave a message if it isn't answered.

In the beginning....

Millwall Albion RUFC was formed in 1995 after watching the World Cup rugby on the TV. From humble beginnings (borrowed shirts etc) the club has gone from strength to strength.

MEN's

There is a very successful first team (having gained 5 promotions in 8 seasons) and a second team (known as the Llamas) and a 3rd XV, all of whom meet regularly during the season with games most weeks. The first team enjoys a good status in Division 1 of the Essex league, having won promotion recently. The Llamas (don't ask!) play in the Essex Merit Table, were promoted at the end of 2006/2007 and the Third team became a regular feature since January 2004. They are also part of the Merit Table and won their division in 2004/5. We have hopes to form a regular 4th XV during the current season - we have already had a few 4th team games. We also have a first "Vets" [over 35's] game planned for 2008.

WOMEN's

During the 2004/5 season the "Venus XV" ladies rugby team formally joined with Millwall, to become the Millwall Venus team. They entered the league structure for the first time in season 2005/6 and are in the RFUW's South East (North) division. The Venus team has its own part of the club website - click here to visit www.venusrugby.com

YOUTH SECTION

During 2003/4 the club launched its Youth Section, the "Millwall Lions" for children between the ages of 8 and 18. The section is run by qualified coaches and holds training sessions on Thursday evenings (boys only, 14 yrs +) and Sunday mornings (boys & girls, all ages), with occasional matches throughout the season. The kids also have their own part of the club website - click here to visit www.millwalllions.com

If you're interested in the club's history, you will find a fuller (though a bit weird) account...just Click Here.

And now....

The club welcomes new players of all standards and their families and offers a wide range of activities both during and out of the season. The Social Secretary oversees a programme of social events during the season, highlighting in the May Tour and the Annual Dinner and Award Presentations held at the Houses of Parliament at the end of the season..

Most Saturdays throughout the season we put out three men's teams and a women's side. League rules mean only registered players can turn out for the 1st XV, but the Llamas and Thirds are more informal and will happily give a run out to a new player, in whatever degree of un-fitness he may be. If you haven't played for a while, don't worry...Millwall Llamas or Thirds can be your way back into the game! No fitness [or talent?] required. The Women's (Venus) side also welcomes girls of any standard - there's sure to be a place for you in our growing squad.

During its short life, Millwall has fielded players from over 25 countries across the world. Wherever you're from, you're sure of a warm welcome. 
If you're interested, you will find a full list...just Click Here.

Whether you're a player or just a spectator, why not give us a call!
Click on the CONTACT button above or, if you want to introduce yourself to the Llamas (2nd team) Manager, just click here. To introduce yourself to our men's Third Team manager, click here or to get in touch with our women's side (Millwall Venus) click here.

If you're under 17, you can reach the Chairman of our youth section by clicking here.

Any of these people will be very happy to hear from you.

Where to find us ...

Training.

Men's training during the season (for those who can make it) is usually on Monday & Wednesday nights from 7:30-9:30pm at the Lower Paddock, Mudchute Farm, Isle of Dogs (at the end of Pier Street). The Monday sessions are generally Light Contact/Touch Rugby/Fitness sessions. The Wednesday sessions are generally more rugby orientated, including some fun games, and are run by players and coaches within the club. The Venus girls take fitness sessions on Monday's (with the guys) and have their own skills training on Thursday evenings, from 7.30pm - 9pm.

Youth section training on Sunday mornings takes place on Millwall Park (beside Island Gardens DLR station) from 10.30am to midday. An additional session for older boys (14+) takes place on the Lower Paddock at Mudchute Farm on Thursdays (6.30pm - 8pm).

We occasionally use indoor and astro-turf facilities at the nearby George Green school to preserve the grass on the Lower Paddock. George Green school is on Manchester Road, a minutes walk from Island Gardens station.

DURING THE SUMMER, WE HAVE "TOUCH RUGBY" SESSIONS EACH MONDAY EVENING FROM 7.30pm. These are light-hearted games and everyone is welcome to join in...so feel free to come along.

Though we would obviously encourage it, attendance at training is not essential to play for the Club.

To load a map showing the location of Mudchute Farm, click here.

Matches.

Home games for the adults are currently played at Victoria Park, Bow, (known as Fortress Vicky). 
To load directions and a map showing the location of Victoria Park, click here.

Youth matches are played at our pitch on Millwall Park (beside Island Gardens DLR station) using the changing rooms in Stebondale Street.

So What's Next...?
The simple answer is...come down and meet the players.

If you can make either of the training sessions, that would be great. If you're not comfortable just breezing in, contact one of our team managers beforehand and they can meet you and arrive with you.

If you can't make training - for whatever reason - you could just drop into the Nelson Public House after 9.30pm on a Monday or Wednesday (or, more realistically, most of the time they're open!) and you are sure to meet a player or two. Ask any of the bar staff and they'll be happy to introduce you. Or just call us on 07963 833655

We have a clubhouse on the edge of Millwall Park, right next to Island Gardens DLR station, which is being developed at present for the whole club and the wider community. It is already in use for some activities and will be formally opened sometime in 2008.

And if you're not around during the week and just fancy a game on a weekend, that's fine too. Nobody stays a stranger very long at Millwall Rugby Club. If you want to play, just send an email to selection@millwallrugby.com before Wednesday evening saying who you are, what position you play etc. and providing some contact details. We'll get back to you with the details.

Training sessions are free and we operate a "first match free" policy to encourage new people to try us out. There are no fees at all for youth players! Everything else can be explained when we meet you.

We have people from all over the world and - whether you are a novice or a rugby legend - you'll be sure of a friendly welcome at Millwall Rugby Club.