Join NMSRFR

Membership of North Midlands Rugby Referees Society costs just £25 per year, offering exceptional value for anyone looking to develop and enjoy their refereeing journey.

  • First year free for new referees
  • Free for members in full-time education or those who are unemployed
  • Annual subscription payable on or around 1 July

What’s included?

As a Society member, you’ll benefit from:

  • Voting rights at the AGM and other Society meetings
  • Free face-to-face and online training sessions
  • Regular appointments to midweek, Saturday and Sunday fixtures
  • Refereeing opportunities across schools, universities, youth, women’s and men’s rugby
  • A free Society referee shirt (or fleece for Referee Developers)
  • Access to coaching, mentoring and in-season development reviews
  • Opportunities to progress through the refereeing grades
  • Eligibility to apply for the Society Development Group
  • Fitness guidance and regular testing opportunities
  • Updates from the RFU and Society Board
  • Entry into RFU International ticket ballots
  • Social events throughout the season
  • Access to advice, support and experience from a large network of fellow referees
  • The opportunity to become a Referee Developer and help support the next generation of match officials

Already a qualified referee?

If you’re already qualified or have refereeing experience, we’d love to welcome you to the Society.

All official North Midlands RFU fixtures are appointed exclusively to Society referees, making membership the best way to access regular games while continuing your development in a supportive and ambitious refereeing community.

Whether you’re looking to progress through the grades, stay involved in rugby after your playing days, or simply enjoy being part of the game, Society membership provides the opportunities, support and pathways to help you achieve your goals.

How to join

New Referees

If you’re new to refereeing and would like to qualify, more information is available here.

Existing Qualified Referees

If you’re already qualified and would like to transfer or join North Midlands Rugby Referees Society, please complete our online Membership Form.

Once your application has been received, a member of the team will be in touch to help complete your membership and get you involved in the Society.

Referee Development

Interested in supporting and developing other referees? Learn more about becoming a Referee Developer and playing a key role in helping match officials reach their potential:

Join the Society. Develop your skills. Stay connected to rugby. Be part of the team that makes the game happen.