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We are delighted to invite you to a special day to celebrate the proud sporting heritage and enduring spirit of rugby at West Buckland School. Join fellow alumni, former teachers, and coaches for a memorable reunion inspired by the 40th anniversary of our legendary 1st XV's Devon Cup Victory. We encourage you to get your rugby teams together to reunite and reminisce.
Daytime events
12 noon - Arrival and tour of the campus
1pm - Light lunch in the Karslake Hall. Lunch tickets are £5.
2.30pm - Match kick off. OWBA vs North Devon Barbarians. There will be bench seating for spectators and gazebos should the weather be wet.
Evening events
From 6pm - Drinks in the Heanton Bar at the Barnstaple Hotel, Barnstaple.
7pm for 7.30pm - Dinner in the newly-refurbished Arlington Suite at The Barnstaple Hotel. Dinner tickets are £50. Tables of 10 or 12 can be reserved. Tickets include:
The Barnstaple Hotel also have rooms available to reserve with a special rate for OWBA members. Please book directly with the hotel, letting them know that you are attending the OWBA Rugby reunion.
Please register and purchase your tickets by selecting the 'I'd like to attend' button above.
Do call the OWBA office on 01598 760188 or email owba@westbuckland.com should you need any assistance.
We very much hope you can join us for what will be a truly special event.
BOOK EARLY TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT!
OWBA Rugby Reunion & Dinner
Saturday 19th September 2026
Daytime events from 12 noon at West Buckland School, West Buckland, EX32 0SX
Evening events from 6 pm at the Barnstaple Hotel, Braunton Rd, Barnstaple EX31 1LE
Email owba@westbuckland.com or call 01598 760188 for further details or queries.