28THFEBRUARY2026
KICKOFF-14:15
Tighearnán‘Tig’McLoughlin-Roche
We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Tighearnán ‘Tig’ McLoughlin-Roche.
Tig joined us 5 years ago when he moved to the area and will be deeply missed.
Tig passed after bravely fighting a devastatingly short illness.
All of our thoughts and prayers go out to Tig’s wife Ellie, daughter Aibhe and family.
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1stXVTeam
Captain:Adam Wellington
ViceCaptains: Sam Chidley and Jacob Ainscough
DirectorofRugby: Neil Shaw
Coach: Billy Woof
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2ndXVTeam
Captain:Dave Power
ViceCaptain:Will Oates
SeniorColts
Captain:Josh Waddington
ViceCaptain:Dan Stanton
Coaches:Paul Hellier, Chris Jones, and Ian Stanton
3rdXVTeam
Captain:Mike Stormes
ViceCaptain:Charlie Devitt
1stXVLadiesTeam
Captain:Jaime Stanton
ViceCaptain:Niamh Roden
Minis
SafeguardingOfficer:Dawn Skeoch Londono
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three men in the hut Park being thankful for the whistle withthescoreremaining13-3
Burnage took full advantage with a try just after half timeagainstthedepletedParkunitandthendeservedly
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whose work on drainage ensured that the pitch held up well This work is set to continue More news on ground enhancements soon
Without further fixtures last week in Regional 2 North West, this was a golden opportunity for Park to climb further up the table and place pressure on the teams below. The squad have done extremely well since December 2025 to dispel the dark spectre of relegation.
There’s still work to do against Northwich at home today, the last of two home games Let us hope we can declare mathematical safety before we meet our derby rivals, Firwood Waterloo for the penultimate match in Regional 2 North West
Northwich came away from their local derby vs Winnington Park with a narrow win on our blank week whilst Altrincham Kersal overcame Firwood Waterloo, so the second half of the table still looks tight Suffice to say, Park needs to continue their form
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SATURDAY28FEBRUARY
POSTMATCHMUSICWITHEMBAZ
Stick around after the Northwich game for music and entertainment by talented duo, Emma and Barry who have graced many of our stages across this region including The Cavern.. FREE ENTRY and open to members and non members
SUNDAY29FEBRUARY NORTHOFENGLANDSCHOOLSSEVENS
Come and see the emerging talent from rugby schools such as Kirkham, St Anselm's College, Sedburgh, Birkenhead School, Calday Grange and Merchant Taylors.
The preliminary matches will be taking place at Birkenhead School and St Anselms playing fields in Noctorum with the knockout stages here at the Upper Park. Park legs are 1 pm onwards FREE ENTRY
GOODFRIDAY3APRIL CORNERHOUSEFAMILYFUNDAY
Cornerhouse return with another family afternoon.
Expect the usual frolics from 1pm–6pm More info to follow
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SATURDAY4APRIL ANEVENINGWITHPATNEVIN
TheEverton,TranmereandScotlandlegend regales us with his playing career together with stories from his later career in broadcasting
Ticketspriced£30 Tableof10£275
Includes a sumptuous ‘half time steak pie’ and thick cut chips with gravy, an upgrade from the ones at Prenton Park or Goodison!
ContactMonty/Anne-MarieASAP birkenheadpark1871@gmail com
WEDNESDAY15APRIL WOMEN’STOUCHRUGBY TOURNAMENT
Allthe kitwithoutthehits! Opentoanyone16+.
DM us to get involved and if you enjoy it, you should come play for the Panthers and join an amazing, fun, and competitive squad.
Meet:6:45pmfora7pmstart. Food provided afterwards because the best rugby always continues off the pitch.
Teams already signed up include Oldershaw, Caldy, Colwyn Bay, Hoylake, and Old Parkonians
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SUNDAY5APRIL EASTERSUNDAYLUNCH&EGGHUNT
FREEEasteregg with every child meal and an Easter egg hunt!
2Courses-£23.50
3Courses-£28.50 KidsHalfPrice
Lunch served 1:30–4:30pm
FRIDAY24APRIL&SATURDAY25APRIL TIG:ACELEBRATION
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A lively and heartfelt weekend honouring the life of former Park player Tighearnán“Tig”McLoughlin‑Roche, who left us with countless fond memories earlier this year.
Family, friends, teammates and supporters will come together to share stories, raise a glass, and celebrate everything Tig brought to the club and to those around him
The weekend will culminate in a commemorative match on the Saturday consisting of Park and Wallasey players playing Barbarians team consists of Dungannon, Aberdeen University and Aberdeen Grammar along with a sprinkle of Tighearnans family putting on the shirt
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SATURDAY2MAY ABENEFITMATCHFORPHILDOBBING
A special benefit match celebrating former Park fly half Phil Dobbing, as a Park President’s XV take on Merseyside Police in what promises to be a memorable afternoon of rugby and community spirit.
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SATURDAY4JULY FAMILYFUNDAY
Bouncy castles, BBQ style food, Summer drinks, Assault course, bottle beer offers
MONDAY31AUGUST FAMILYHOEDOWN
Bouncy castles, Rodeo attraction, Country music, Tex-Mex food
FRIDAY18SEPTEMBER PSYCHICNIGHT
A return of the hugely popular Psychic Night Details tbc
DATESTBC BIRKOBINGO
Here we go again with spot prizes, interactive DJ and general mayhem guaranteed
FRIDAY29MAY SOUTHAFRICATOUR FUNDRAISERGOLFDAY
A fundraising Golf Day sponsored by Drainbrains as preparations for the 2026 South Africa Tour accelerate faster than a Cheslin Kolbe try!
Venue: Wirral Golf Club
Entry: £200 per team of four (includes green fees & presentations)
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Email manager@bpfc.co.uk and you will be adde to the mailing list.
