Stirling County’s new membership scheme has been launched ahead of the coming season and is on sale now. Sign up HERE
Membership Package
For a single membership fee ( that may be paid annually in August) or monthly the club aims to provide all its members with a complete rugby experience package that includes;
Playing Members
Pastoral Care
- Include SAMH
Coaching
- Coaching teams with qualifications and supported by SDO and senior coach team
Strength & Conditioning
- S&C at the core of personal development from age 15 led by full time S&C coach
Physiotherapy
- For senior players and over 18 when required
Playing Kit
Medical Supplies
Training Kit
Meals & Nutrition
- In partnership with Forth Valley College and our in-house catering team, all food will be in line with the SRU nutritional recommendations and will be served after each home match
Bus transport where applicable
- All away games over 150 miles round trip for all ages grades
Tour seed funding
- As club sponsorship is secured and increases the aim is to provide seed funding of £5,000 per tour for tours at Minis, U14, U16 and U18 levels each year. The target is for this to start for season 2025/26.
Minis
- Free breakfast after each weekend session
Seniors
- Subsidised food after Thursday training
Coaches
Coach education
Kit
Membership provides free access to all home games at Bridgehaugh Park
Members discount
Gym Access
Match day food
Non Playing Members
Entry to All league games
Membership provides free access to all home games at Bridgehaugh Park
Members discount
Voting Rights at AGM
Access to International Tickets
Parent/Distance non-playing member
Entry to all league games
Membership provides free access to all home games at Bridgehaugh Park
Members discount
We want to encourage all parents whose child is a member at county, to become a member and be part of the club, whilst realising the cost to send your child here. All income from parent membership will go directly to increasing the tour funds for each age grade.
(Parents with 1 or more active U18 member, Distance member any person who does not stay in the central region)
All Members
Membership discount card
Each member,18 years and over, will receive a membership card that will provide access to 10% at the club bars, shop and hire of club facilities. In August next year members over 18 will pre-fund this card with £50. As this fund is used on purchases members can ‘top-up’ the card to continue to use and access discounts.
We are engaged with multiple local business who will be providing all members with a comprehensive discount package, these include:
Stirling University sports facilities, Stirling Highland Hotel, Restaurants Coffee shops, Spa and Beauty, Garages, Food outlets, Gardening services, Dog walking services etc
Career Help
We are in discussions with local companies and regional companies to provide career help by way of work placements, work experience, career days and employment opportunities This will benefit members across the club. From teens looking to get their first insight into work, players looking for the start of a career or older members looking for a new direction. Rugby brings together people who share much in common
Costs
The club has carried out extensive research of the costs associated with sports provision both locally and across the country and believe the benefits package associated with the following annual / monthly costs are world class for both quality and value for money. Many other sports offerings simply offer access to play with no associated support package, at or above these costs.
Costs will apply from 1st August 2024
Membership Group Monthly Annual
Micros (P1-P3) £20 £240
Minis (P4-P7 & U12 Girls) £30 £360
Academy U13 & U14 £35 £420
Academy U15, U16 & U18 £40 £480
Playing Senior £45 £540
Playing Senior Student* £35 £420
Coaches £50
Non Playing £196
Parent/Distance Member £10 £120
*on production of student matriculation card
Aims
Previous seasons have seen our playing members paying an annual membership followed by weekly match fees, bus fees, laundry fees and purchase of training and playing kit. The new membership model moves away from this continuous call on money on a weekly basis.
The aim of this new membership package is to provide a complete rugby experience package for all members for a single monthly fee (or annual if preferred)
Mission
Our mission is to provide a brand of rugby that is enjoyable, exciting and available to everyone in our community. We aim to use our rugby foundations, our core values and achievements to develop and grow the club both on and off the field. We will identify and develop players who may eventually go on to represent professional and international teams via our nomination of hub club status within the Scottish Rugby Union.
History
Stirling County Rugby Club has provided rugby in the Stirling area for 120 years, founded and elected to the Scottish Rugby Union in 1904 by the former pupils of Stirling High School playing at Williamfield. In 1925 a “breakaway” club was formed at Bridge of Allan and these two clubs merged in 1964 moving to our current home of Bridgehaugh Park
In 1977 the club won Division 7 of the Scottish leagues and through the development of a strong and vibrant youth section feeding the senior team gained successive promotions to Division 3.
In 1989 promotion to Division 1 was achieved and in 1995 Stirling County became the first club to win the Scottish Championship having come through all the Divisions, a feat only since equalled by Currie RFC.
Our Women’s team was formed at the advent of Women’s rugby in Scotland in 1993 and are current Scottish Champions for the second successive year.
The mini section at Stirling County was started in 1974 and celebrates it’s 50th year. Stirling County’s success has been founded on the strength of its youth section and the volunteer commitment which has underpinned it. The club has won more youth titles in boys and girls rugby than any other in Scotland. It has produced many international and professional players and has enriched the lives of thousands of young people in the Stirling area.
In 2018 Scottish Rugby selected Stirling County as one of six clubs to host squads in the new semi-professional Super 6 Series. Whilst saddened by the decision of Scottish Rugby to end this structure after 5 years the club is proud that its Stirling Wolves are 2024 Scottish Champions Super Series Sprint Finalists
Infrastructure
Stirling County has developed Bridgehaugh Park to be one of the finest rugby stadia in Scottish Rugby and have exciting plans for future developments. We have implemented a programme of refurbishment works to the clubhouse in terms of kitchen and catering facilities, new rugby
offices, new administration offices to reflect the stand and professionalism we are implementing going forward. This includes the full refurbishment of the new executive suites, Parker suite. The bar is currently being refurbished to create a first-class environment that everyone can use and enjoy.
We are continuing the upgrade of the pitches and the maintenance programme that will bring the pitched back to the best possible surface for rugby in the country.
We are delighted to announce that MACRON will be our new kit partner with an offering that will be second to non in Scotland for all members at all ages.
This new partnership will also provide us with a new bespoke retail unit that will stock the full County range of merchandise and also MACRON clothing. We will also be able to sell Scotland and Glasgow Warriors clothing and strips.
We have partnered with RHINO as our equipment supplier, this will allow us to sell a variety of rugby accessories within the shops; gum shields, head guards, studs, boots, laces etc.
In addition to these products, we intend to stock and promote local businesses and their merchandise.
Purpose
To create a community that promotes healthy and happy lives through rugby
Aim
Stirling County will be our club – at the heart of our nation, our sport, our community, and deeply cherished by our members.
Vision
For our minis, it means a safe, positive, and fun environment where they can build friendships and develop a lifelong passion for rugby, in an open and inclusive setting.
For our youth, it means a dynamic and supportive atmosphere where they can embrace challenges, celebrate successes, and learn from setbacks. Here, they are nurtured and empowered by their teammates, coaches, and the club.
For seniors, it means pursuing excellence on the pitch and forging enduring friendships and memories, driven by a commitment to hard work and continually improving.
For our staff, volunteers, non-playing and sponsors, it is a place to make meaningful contributions, uplift others, strive for excellence, and celebrate our collective achievements, no matter how big or small.
For our peers in Scottish Rugby, we aspire to be a beacon of what a rugby club can represent—exemplifying the highest standards of sportsmanship, camaraderie, and community spirit.
For our local community, we are a welcoming and inclusive home where everyone feels they belong and can take pride in our shared accomplishments.
What are our Values?
Open and inclusive
Nurturing and empowering
Honest and transparent
Hard working and driven
Volunteering
We take great pride in the dedication of our volunteers, who help make our club the best it can be. From parent coaches and team managers to match day operations and the Board of Directors, most roles within the club are filled by passionate volunteers.
Whether you’re a playing or non-playing member, we hope you’ll consider supporting the club by contributing your time or expertise. Your involvement is crucial to keeping us moving forward.
A volunteer form is being produced and will be sent to all members with details in how to get involved, everyone can make a difference to this club by doing even the smallest thing.