Community
Business + Sport
=
Opportunity
BEYOND THE FINAL WHISTLE
Saturday 5 September 2026 | Leigh RUFC
Beyond the Final Whistle is a community festival that brings together sport, skills, local businesses, families and organisations for a day of opportunity.
Created by DMR Training in partnership with Leigh RUFC, the event is about what happens beyond the pitch, building connections, creating opportunities and strengthening the community.
Whether you’re playing, supporting your team, exploring careers, meeting local businesses or enjoying the day with family, there’s something for everyone.
What's happening on the day?
Key timings
Saturday 5 September 2026
9:00am
Bowls tournament opens
9:30am
Rugby team registration
10:00am
Festival open to the public
10:00am
Tag rugby tournament begins
10:00am
Opportunity Village opens
10:00am
Family entertainment begins
2:00pm
Tournament finals
2:30pm
Gemstones pregame performance
3:00pm
Leigh RUFC vs Orrell RUFC
5:30pm
Guest speakers
6:00pm
Awards presentation
6:00pm – 7:00pm
Social and networking
7:00pm
After party
Timings and activities may be subject to change. Final event information will be shared closer to the day.
Careers · Skills · Employers · Opportunities
The Opportunity Village
The future pathways, skills and employability hub at the heart of Beyond the Final Whistle. This isn't rows of stands and piles of leaflets. It's a space for real conversations with organisations that genuinely want to help.
Explore opportunities including:
Jobs and career pathways
Construction qualifications
Funded training
Skills development
Career changes
Employer opportunities
Advice, guidance and community support
Open to everyone on the day
Whoever you are, wherever you're up to:
No pressure. No complicated process.
Just useful conversations and real opportunities.