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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT - Graduate Hotel\, Cambridge. Lunch with Zinzan Brooke hosted by Kyran Bracken MBE
DESCRIPTION:Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of rugby history. Join us for an exclusive lunch event featuring an All Blacks Legend\, Zinzan Brooke. Hosted by the esteemed Kyran Bracken MBE. \nSet within the historic charm of Cambridge\, this gathering promises an afternoon of culinary delights and captivating conversation. Join us at the elegant Graduate Cambridge hotel\, located in the heart of this esteemed university city\, the hotel’s ambiance exudes a sense of intellectual curiosity and cultural refinement. \nIt provides the perfect backdrop for an afternoon of rugby reminiscence. Indulge your palate with a gourmet lunch experience crafted to perfection by the hotel’s talented culinary team. From artisanal starters to exquisite mains and decadent desserts\, each dish is a celebration of seasonal ingredients and culinary innovation\, ensuring a dining experience that delights the senses. But the true highlight of the afternoon lies in the company of rugby royalty. Engage in lively discussions\, share your favourite rugby memories\, and glean insights from Zinzan as he regales you with tales from his illustrious career. From iconic matches to personal anecdotes. His stories offer a rare glimpse into the passion and dedication that define the sport. Whether you’re a devoted fan or simply appreciate the art of storytelling\, this lunch event promises an unforgettable experience that celebrates the enduring legacy of rugby. Join us for an afternoon of camaraderie\, cuisine\, and the timeless magic of the beautiful game\, set against the backdrop of one of England’s most iconic cities. \nBrooke was a founding player of the Southerners Sports Club (Bangkok)\, playing in the inaugural side in 1994 against Taradale RFC. In 1995 he published his autobiography Zinny: The Zinzan Brooke story\, written with Alex Veysey. \nBrooke is considered one of the best number eights to have ever played for the All Blacks. He had the running and kicking skills of a backline player which made him extremely mobile and agile as a forward. He once kicked a 48-metre drop goal during a 1995 Rugby World Cup match\, one of three he scored in test matches. \nIn the 1997 New Year Honours\, Brooke was appointed a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit\, for services to rugby. \nBrooke scored his third drop goal during the All Blacks’ impressive 42–7 win against Wales at Wembley Stadium on 29 November 1997\, giving him the rare distinction of being the only rugby player to have “scored a goal at Wembley”. He also set up a try for Christian Cullen. \nWhat to expect: \n\nA gourmet lunch prepared by the award-winning chefs\nCandid conversation and storytelling with Zinzan Brooke (And who knows… there may even be the chance to witness the haka performed by the legend himself)\nWebb Ellis Trophy\nRaffle and auction\nHosted by Kyran Bracken MBE\n\nWhether you’re a lifelong supporter or simply love great sporting stories\, this is an afternoon you won’t want to miss. \nReserve your place now at – southernsportingclubs@gmail.com \nWe look forward to welcoming you to this celebration of rugby. \nTickets are £99pp excl vat \nExclusive tables are a minimum of 10 \n 
URL:https://thesouthernsportingclubs.co.uk/events/graduate-hotel-cambridge-lunch-with-hosted-by-kyran-bracken-mbe/
LOCATION:Graduate Hotel\, Cambridge\, Granta Place\, Mill Lane\, Cambridge\, CB2 1RT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Rugby Lunch
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261118T120000
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SUMMARY:Winning in Sport and Business
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an extraordinary afternoon celebrating the very best of rugby\, leadership and camaraderie\, with England Rugby legend Martin Johnson CBE\, hosted by the charismatic Kyran Bracken MBE\, in the iconic surroundings of Smith & Wollensky. \nGuests will enjoy a three-course feast fit for champions\, with each dish crafted to perfection. Between courses\, Martin will share stories and insights from an extraordinary career at the very highest level of the game – from captaining club and country to leading England to their historic 2003 Rugby World Cup victory. \nThe afternoon will also feature a special Q&A with Martin Johnson CBE and renowned businessman Nigel Wray\, bringing together two hugely successful figures from the worlds of elite sport and business. Expect fascinating conversation around leadership\, resilience\, building winning teams and performing under pressure\, alongside plenty of memorable rugby stories. \nWith outstanding food\, exceptional company and the opportunity to hear first-hand from one of the most influential figures in English rugby history\, this promises to be a truly unmissable afternoon. \nMartin Johnson CBE\nMartin Johnson CBE is one of the most respected and accomplished figures in English rugby\, best known for captaining England to their historic Rugby World Cup triumph in 2003. \nA commanding presence both on and off the field\, Martin enjoyed an outstanding playing career with Leicester Tigers\, England and the British & Irish Lions. Renowned for his uncompromising standards\, determination and natural leadership\, he became one of the defining players of his generation. \nMartin captained England during one of the most successful periods in the nation’s rugby history\, culminating in the unforgettable 2003 World Cup final in Sydney. Under his leadership\, England defeated Australia to become world champions – a moment that remains one of British sport’s greatest achievements. \nHis international career included 84 appearances for England\, while he also represented the British & Irish Lions on three tours\, becoming the first player to captain the Lions on two separate tours. At club level\, his long association with Leicester Tigers brought numerous domestic and European honours. \nFollowing his retirement as a player\, Martin returned to the international stage as England team manager\, giving him the rare perspective of experiencing elite rugby both as a player and as the man responsible for leading the national side. \nThroughout his career\, Martin became synonymous with leadership\, resilience\, discipline and the relentless pursuit of excellence. His experiences of building successful teams\, handling pressure and making decisions when the stakes could not be higher extend far beyond rugby and offer powerful lessons for business and leadership. \nFew people understand what it takes to lead at the very highest level quite like Martin Johnson. His stories\, experiences and insights promise to make this a fascinating and memorable afternoon. \nNigel Wray \nFew figures in modern sport-business embody entrepreneurial vision quite like Nigel Wray. Known publicly for his long stewardship of Saracens\, Wray’s reputation extends far beyond the rugby field. His career represents a rare fusion of sharp commercial instinct\, strategic risk-taking\, and a belief that sport—when run with ambition—can become a powerful business and cultural institution \nAcross industries—from food retail to insurance brokerage to elite sport—Nigel Wray’s story is fundamentally one of vision. He has repeatedly demonstrated the ability to spot potential early\, commit resources boldly\, and support organizations through the long process of growth. \nHis legacy is therefore not confined to any single company or club. It lies in the pattern of success across multiple ventures: identifying scalable opportunities\, backing strong leadership\, and building institutions capable of competing—and winning—on the biggest stages. \nIn the modern intersection of business and sport\, Nigel Wray stands as a compelling example of how entrepreneurial drive can reshape entire organizations and leave a lasting mark on both industry and culture. \nBefore becoming synonymous with Saracens\, Wray had already built a formidable reputation in British business. He was an early and influential investor in Domino’s Pizza Group during its formative expansion in the United Kingdom. At a time when the brand’s future in the UK market was far from guaranteed\, Wray recognized the scalability of the franchise model and backed it with conviction. \nThat investment became one of the most successful growth stories in British consumer business\, demonstrating Wray’s ability to identify opportunity long before it becomes obvious to the wider market. \nHe also played a major role in the development of Hyperion Insurance Group\, which later evolved into the global broking powerhouse Howden Group Holdings. His involvement in building and supporting high-growth financial services ventures cemented his standing as a strategic investor capable of helping scale businesses into international operations. \nReserve your place today to ensure you don’t miss this remarkable afternoon of connection\, conversation\, and celebration. Seats are limited\, so early booking is encouraged. \nFor bookings and enquiries please email – southernsportingclubs@gmail.com \n£159.50pp excl vat \nPrivate tables are available for groups of 10 to 15 guests.
URL:https://thesouthernsportingclubs.co.uk/events/winning-in-sport-and-business/
LOCATION:Smith & Wollensky\, 1-11 John Adam St\, London\, WC2N 6HT\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:The RNLI College\, Poole. Lunch with a 2003 World Cup Winner. Hosted by Kyran Bracken MBE
DESCRIPTION:Step into the heart of Rugby World Cup history this April with an unforgettable afternoon at The RNLI\, Poole. Join your host\, England Rugby legend Kyran Bracken MBE and one of the World Cup Winning team\, for an exclusive lunch event celebrating the stories\, spirit\, and legacy of the beautiful game. \nThe 2003 Rugby World Cup winning England national rugby union team remains one of the greatest teams in rugby history. Led by the inspirational Martin Johnson and powered by legends such as Jonny Wilkinson\, the squad combined physical dominance\, tactical intelligence\, and incredible mental toughness throughout the tournament. Their dramatic victory over Australia national rugby union team in the final — sealed by Wilkinson’s iconic extra-time drop goal — made England the first and still only Northern Hemisphere nation to win the Rugby World Cup. Their achievement united the country and cemented the team’s legacy as one of the finest ever assembled in international rugby. \nSavour a gourmet dining experience as one of these legends from the team shares brilliant behind-the-scenes memories from their illustrious career. From legendary moments to the hard work behind the headlines\, this is a rare chance to connect with one of rugby’s great characters in an intimate setting. \nWhat to expect: \n\nA gourmet lunch prepared by the award-winning chefs\nCandid conversation and storytelling with one of the World Cup Winners\nRaffle and auction\nHosted by Kyran Bracken MBE\n\nWhether you’re a lifelong supporter or simply love great sporting stories\, this is an afternoon you won’t want to miss. \nReserve your place now\nWe look forward to welcoming you to this celebration of rugby. \nTickets are £99pp excl vat \nTo book please email – southernsportingclubs@gmail.com
URL:https://thesouthernsportingclubs.co.uk/events/the-rnli-college-poole-lunch-with-a-2003-world-cup-winner-hosted-by-kyran-bracken-mbe/
LOCATION:RNLI College\, West Quay Road\, Poole\, Dorset\, BH15 1HZ
CATEGORIES:Rugby Lunch
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SUMMARY:The Graduate\, Cambridge. Lunch with a 2003 World Cup Winner. Hosted by Kyran Bracken MBE
DESCRIPTION:Step into the heart of Rugby World Cup history this April with an unforgettable afternoon at The Graduate\, Cambridge. Join your host\, England Rugby legend Kyran Bracken MBE and one of the World Cup Winning team\, for an exclusive lunch event celebrating the stories\, spirit\, and legacy of the beautiful game. \nThe 2003 Rugby World Cup winning England national rugby union team remains one of the greatest teams in rugby history. Led by the inspirational Martin Johnson and powered by legends such as Jonny Wilkinson\, the squad combined physical dominance\, tactical intelligence\, and incredible mental toughness throughout the tournament. Their dramatic victory over Australia national rugby union team in the final — sealed by Wilkinson’s iconic extra-time drop goal — made England the first and still only Northern Hemisphere nation to win the Rugby World Cup. Their achievement united the country and cemented the team’s legacy as one of the finest ever assembled in international rugby. \nSavour a gourmet dining experience as one of these legends from the team shares brilliant behind-the-scenes memories from their illustrious career. From legendary moments to the hard work behind the headlines\, this is a rare chance to connect with one of rugby’s great characters in an intimate setting. \nWhat to expect: \n\nA gourmet lunch prepared by the award-winning chefs\nCandid conversation and storytelling with one of the World Cup Winners\nRaffle and auction\nHosted by Kyran Bracken MBE\n\nWhether you’re a lifelong supporter or simply love great sporting stories\, this is an afternoon you won’t want to miss. \nReserve your place now\nWe look forward to welcoming you to this celebration of rugby. \nTickets are £99pp excl vat \nTo book please email – southernsportingclubs@gmail.com
URL:https://thesouthernsportingclubs.co.uk/events/the-graduate-cambridge-lunch-with-a-2003-world-cup-winner-hosted-by-kyran-bracken-mbe/
LOCATION:Graduate Hotel\, Cambridge\, Granta Place\, Mill Lane\, Cambridge\, CB2 1RT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Rugby Lunch
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