The Club's Short History

Broadstairs Bulldogs ARLFC (Amateur Rugby League Football Club) are based in Broadstairs in the Isle of Thanet, East Kent and were formed in the Spring of 2005 by the three then club officials, Phil Sykes, Ben Bryant and Michael Simmonds. The Bulldogs went on to top the London League table and win the Grand Final in the first season in 2005, beating Colchester Romans 40-14.

The Bulldogs were then promoted to the Regional Conference South in which they are competing in season 2006

The Bulldogs are coached by Phil Sykes, the son of former Hull FC professional Cyril Sykes. Club Secretary is Michael Simmonds and Mike has recently taken over the captaincy after last year's captoin Ben Bryant returned to Australia where he is still taking a keen interest in the club's progress.

All of the Bulldogs' home games are played at St. Peter's Recreation Ground in Broadstairs and kick off at 2.30pm on a Saturday afternoon.

For further information about the Bulldogs, please see our News page where you can register for updates.

If you are interested in playing, you can complete our Contact Us form or contact Club Secretary Michael Simmonds on 07901 831 135

Club Honours

London League Premiers 2005
London League Champions 2005
Rugby League Conference South-East Premiers 2006

Match Days and Training

Matches are played on Saturday afternoons at St. Peter's Recreation Ground with 2.30pm kick-offs.

Training takes place at St. Peter's Recreation Ground on Wednesday evenings, starting at 7pm prompt until 8.30pm.

The bar will be open after matches and training for refreshments.

Club Subscriptions for 2006

Subscriptions for season 2006 are as follows £50 per season - payable by lump sum or £10 per month standing order.

Club Officials

Chairman: Tom McDonald
Secretary: Mike Simmonds
Captain: Mike Simmonds
Coach: Phil Sykes
Physio: Dave Martin
Website Manager: Ian Lodge