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Major Fundraising Events

Michaelmas Term - Rugby Charity Challenge

The Rugby Charity Challenge has taken place for the past eight years, and is always a major fundraiser. This year Durham University 1st XV took on Northumbria University 1st XV in an extra-special BUCS league fixture. There was once again fantastic home support and much to cheer on the pitch. Durham dismantled their Northern League opponents with consummate ease, continuing their fine start to the season with a 72-5 victory and appearing intent to put on a show, scoring regularly even once the result was beyond doubt.

Before the match, supporters of both sides made generous donations to the Sport in Action Zambia fund and we would like to thank both teams and everyone who attended for their contributions which will go a long way to ensure that the Zambia project goes ahead and remains as productive and helpful as ever. The Rugby Charity Challenge raises over £4,000 for Sport in Action Zambia on an annual basis and early estimates suggest that this year's Charity Challenge has reached that bench-mark once again.

2011/12 Match Details 

Date: Wednesday November 2nd 

Match: Durham University 1st XV v Northumbria University 1st XV

Result: 72 - 5

Venue: Durham City Rugby Club                                           

 

Epiphany Term - Durham Fun Run

The Fun Run takes place over two days. On the Friday over 1,000 children from local primary schools take part and run round a mini course. The children are also given sponsorship packs in the hope that they will be able to raise additional money for the cause. On the Saturday approximately 800 students and members of the local community run the full course. The Fun Run raises approximately £4,000 for Sport in Action Zambia on an annual basis.

2011/12 Fun Run Details 

Date: Saturday 3rd March

Venue: Maiden Castle  

                              

Easter Term - Charity Twenty20 Cricket


This event has now been running for five years. On each occasion Durham's 1st XI has taken on their counterparts from Northumbria. Over 2,000 students and members of the local community support the event on an annual basis, raising over £3,500 for Sport in Action.

2011/12 Match Details

Date: TBC (Summer 2012)

Venue: The Racecourse