Falcons and Melrose play for ‘Doddie’s Club Trophy’
The Kingston Park clash is a 3pm kick-off, with two of Doddie Weir’s former clubs coming together to raise funds and awareness for Motor Neurone Disease.
The legendary Scotland lock has been diagnosed with the currently-incurable condition and has worked tirelessly alongside his foundation to improve the lives and future prospects of fellow sufferers.
Tickets for the game start from just £10 for adults and £5 for juniors, with the match intended to become an annual tradition.
Corporate hospitality starts from £55 +vat per person, while further funds will be raised through bucket collections, merchandise and a match-day lottery.
Newcastle Falcons director of rugby Dean Richards said: “Doddie is somebody who transcends our sport, and it’s an honour for us to be involved in this fixture between two of the clubs which played such a huge part in his life.
“As well as raising valuable funds for My Name’5 Doddie it should be a great game and a proper rugby occasion for somebody we all hold very dear to our hearts.”
Tickets can be bought by [**clicking here**][1], calling 0871 226 6060 or visiting the Kingston Park ticket office in person. Season ticket members are advised this game is not included in their 2019-20 package.
Hospitality enquiries and booking requests should be directed to corporatesales@newcastle-falcons.co.uk .
[1]: https://www.eticketing.co.uk/newcastle-falcons/EDP/Event/Index/1536
