When Clarty stepped down as Chairman of Rugby at the end of last season, we undertook a collection by way of testimonial for his remarkable services to the club. A silver salver was commissioned to recognise 35 years as Chairman of Rugby and a sum of money raised to send him and Christine on a well-deserved holiday. This was just before his serious accident in May, from which he is now recovering.

Here is Michael with the salver which was to be presented to him at the club dinner which he couldn’t attend as it took place the day after …

We have now launched an online shop for the purchase of all Gilbert-branded playing/training kit for mini, junior and adults, including a range of Gilbert branded bodywarmers and outerwear. This is now available online 24/7 with quick delivery times so you can shop from the comfort of your home. All purchases will generate commission for the club. Please visit www.Gilbertrugbyshop.co.uk/WharfedaleRUFC for more details.

As this is a new venture, we are keen to get feedback on service levels, delivery times and the range of stock on offer. Please let us know what you think by e-mail to shop@wharfedalerufc.co.uk.

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Two of Wharfedale’s longest-serving members have been honoured at the Yorkshire Rugby Awards Dinner.

Chris Baker received the Club Volunteer Award for his services to the club over many decades as player, Chairman, car park attendant, scoreboard operator and anything else that needed doing.

The top honour, the President’s Award, went to Michael Harrison, player, coach, Director of Rugby and synonym for Wharfedale since his schooldays, when as an Ermysted’s pupil he captained the England Schools side. The photograph shows Past President of Yorkshire and Wharfedale member Gordon Brown receiving the presentation on behalf of ‘Clarty’, who is recovering from …

Data Protection law is changing and we want to keep you up to date with the steps Wharfedale RUFC is taking.

The European Union has taken a monumental step in protecting the fundamental right to privacy for every EU resident with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) which will be effective from 25th May, 2018 (replacing the Data protection Act).

Simply put, EU residents will now have greater say over what, how, why, where and when their personal data is used, processed or disposed. This rule clarifies how the EU personal data laws apply even beyond the borders of the …

The club has once again received RFU Accreditation. The latest accreditation document is available under the Club tab near the top of this page.…

All those involved with any of the clubs social media platforms (e.g. web-site, Facebook and Twitter etc) need to be aware of and comply with the club’s Social Media Policy. The policy document is available under the Club tab near the top of this page. …