MINCHINHAMPTON Rugby Club is offering up to three free lessons to every boy and girl in Stroud.

Registration for the new season at the club (minis and juniors section) opened in September and has clubs for boys and girls from under-sixes right up to under-16s.

Training is on Sundays from 10.30am-noon at Hollybush Ground, Crackstone, Minchinhampton.

Players are invited to come and take part, and can attend up to three sessions before deciding to join.

Last season more than 250 players of all standards were registered from first time players to established ones.

The focus of this RFU affiliated club is on fun and inclusion with each age group. Each session has a qualified coach and first aider.

This season at Minchinhampton rugby club will see the completion of its first clubhouse, which will provide facilities for players and spectators alike.

If you are interested in joining the club, please email mrfc@willgarrard.plus.com or find Minchinhampton RFC at www.pitchero.com