The Rugby Irish Association

09/09/2026

Funeral Reminder for Brendan Kidney

As a community, we continue to mourn the loss of our dear friend Brendan Kidney, a much-loved member of the Rugby Irish Association and the wider Irish community in Rugby.

Brendan touched the lives of so many people through his kindness, friendship, warmth, and unforgettable character. His passing has left a great sadness in our hearts, but tomorrow we will come together to celebrate his life, honour his memory, and say our final farewell to a truly remarkable man.

Brendan's funeral will take place tomorrow at 11:30am at St. Marie's Church, Dunchurch Road, Rugby.

Following the service, his burial will take place at Croop Hill Cemetery at 12:30pm, with a Celebration of Life afterwards at the Ex-Serviceman's Club, Hillmorton.

All friends and members of the community are warmly invited to attend, pay their respects, and share memories of a man who meant so much to so many. Brendan was one of life's true legends, and his memory will live on through the stories, friendships, and laughter he leaves behind.

Our thoughts and prayers remain with Brendan's family and loved ones at this difficult time.

Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam. May his gentle soul rest in peace. 🇮🇪☘️🇮🇪

08/09/2026

☘️ Timeline Tuesday Memory Question

What county in Ireland do your family roots come from?

Drop the county below and see how many other members share your connection! 🇮🇪👇

Bonus points if you can tell us the city, town or village too.

08/09/2026

☘️ We're Open This Evening! ☘️

Why not pop down to the Rugby Irish Association tonight?

🕖 Open from 7:00pm

Come along for a relaxed evening, great company, and a warm welcome.

📍 Rugby Irish Association

06/09/2026

05/09/2026

Tomorrow's problem starts tomorrow. ☘️

We're open today from 12pm to 11pm

If your Saturday plans are still in draft mode, consider this your final edit. Good company, plenty of craic and a warm welcome await at the Rugby Irish Association.

The weekend's too short for staying in.

04/09/2026

☘️ WELCOME GRÁINNE! ☘️

The Rugby Irish Association is delighted to invite all members to join us at the Irish Club as we give a warm Irish welcome to our new Steward, Gráinne.

📅 Friday
🕔 Doors open 5:00pm
📍 The Irish Club

Come along, meet Gráinne and enjoy an evening of friendship, community and Irish hospitality. It's a great opportunity to catch up with fellow members, make Gráinne feel at home, and celebrate another exciting chapter for our club.

Everyone is welcome and we hope to see as many members as possible there.

We will be having an official welcome weekend in the coming weeks. Keep following the page for further details...

☘️ Céad Míle Fáilte, Gráinne! ☘️

03/09/2026

🎯 Looking to join a casual darts team? We want YOU! 🎯

Whether you are a seasoned player or have never thrown a dart in your life, our team is looking for new players to join us for the upcoming season!

We play in a recreational league, which means we care way more about having a good laugh and a midweek pint than throwing perfect 180s.

If you are reliable, enjoy a bit of friendly competition, and want a fun night out, you’ll fit right in.

The Details:
📍 Home Venue: The Rugby Irish Association
📅 When: Thursday nights at 8:30 PM
🍻 Vibe: Entirely casual, social, and welcoming to all skill levels!

No gear? No problem. We have spare darts you can use, and our current players are happy to help you learn the ropes (and the maths!).

If you fancy joining us, you can either comment on this post or send us a direct message for more details. Let’s throw some arrows! 🎯👇

02/09/2026

☘️Please Join Us in Welcoming Our New Steward, Gráinne Ward!☘️

The Rugby Irish Association is delighted to introduce Gráinne Ward as our new Steward.

Gráinne joins us with a passion for bringing people together and supporting those around her. With family, friendship and community at the heart of everything she does, she is looking forward to becoming part of the Association and getting to know our members.

☘️☘️☘️ Getting to Know Gráinne ☘️☘️☘️

Before she settles into her new role, we wanted to give our members the chance to get to know Gráinne a little better. We grabbed a few minutes with her and asked some quick-fire questions about her background, her hopes for the future and what she's looking forward to most at the Rugby Irish Association.

Tell us a wee bit about yourself?

"Family and friends are very important to me, and I've always enjoyed roles where I can support people and bring them together. I'm excited to become part of the club and get to know its members."

What was it about the steward role that made you think, 'I'd love to do that'?

"I saw it as a great opportunity to get involved and be part of something positive. The club has a strong reputation, and I was excited by the chance to help support members and contribute to its future."

What would you like members to know about you as you start this role?

"I'd like members to know that although I'm new to the club, I'm looking forward to getting to know everyone. I'm approachable, open to ideas and always happy to have a chat."

How would you describe yourself in three words?

💚 Friendly
💚 Approachable
💚 Reliable

What can members expect from you as Steward?

"Members can expect someone who will listen, be approachable and do their best to support the club and its community. I'm looking forward to learning from members and working alongside them."

What are you most looking forward to as Steward?

"Getting to know the members and becoming part of the club community. I'm looking forward to supporting events, meeting new people and helping wherever I can."

As an Association, we pride ourselves on friendship, community and celebrating Irish culture in the heart of Rugby. We are delighted to have Gráinne joining the team and know she will receive a warm welcome from our members.

Please join us in wishing Gráinne every success in her new role and be sure to say hello when you see her around the club.

Fáilte go dtí an Rugby Irish Association, Gráinne! ☘️ 🇮🇪 💚

02/09/2026

Chairman Séan Deery pays tribute to Marie as she retires after years of dedicated service. Thank you for everything, Marie. Your contribution, commitment, and positive influence will never be forgotten. Wishing you a wonderful retirement. ✨