The David Lloyd Rugby team make smashing debut at Houlton Family Fun Day

This month, the David Lloyd Rugby team braved the 27-degree heat alongside Houlton residents and wider locals for a fun filled family fun day. The event, held at Houlton Football Field was a roaring success with a fantastic community spirit and comradery.

David Lloyd Rugby, an upcoming new health, fitness and wellness club and newest members of Houlton’s community, were right at home. The expert team ran games and taster sports sessions such as athletics, football and basketball which provoked some healthy competition between parents and kids.

There were activities for all ages and levels of ability including Lego Squad and Design Squad, which were a hit with Houlton’s youngest. For the most adventurous amongst the attendees, the DL Kids team supervised archery, allowing aspiring Robin Hoods to take up the bow and test their skills. These taster sessions allowed attendees to the event a sneak peak into what will be on offer at the upcoming club.

The event also included stalls run by local sellers, face painting and inflatables as well as a well-stocked bar, street foods and fresh ice cream for the youngsters. The entire community was in the spirit, dancing to live music and enjoying the sunshine.

During the Family Fun Day, David Lloyd Rugby General Manager, Jack Philips showed the local community what he was made of, when at midday he was jokingly apprehended by a local police officer. Jack was subsequently locked in the stocks as children took turns throwing soaked sponges at him.

Jack Philips said: “The community at Houlton has been so welcoming to us, we are honoured to have been involved in their Family Fun Day. It was a joy to meet locals, Rugby born businesses and really feel a