Official Opening of the new Ian Buckett Pavilion at Flint Rugby Club

On Saturday 19th July, the Mayor, Councillor Russ Davies, and the Mayoress, Councillor Norma Davies, were honoured to attend the official opening of the new Ian Buckett Pavilion at Flint Rugby Club.

It was a fantastic morning celebrating a brilliant new facility for the club — and a proud moment for the town. The Mayor and Mayoress were delighted to see first-hand the dedication, teamwork, and sense of community that make Flint Rugby Club such a special place.

Just a few weeks ago, they visited to watch the excellent work being done with the Rugby Minis, and Saturday’s event reaffirmed that this is so much more than a sports club — it’s a true hub for our community.

It was especially meaningful that the pavilion is named after Ian Buckett — a Welsh rugby great and proud son of Flint, who never forgot his roots. It was fitting to see his family officially open the building in his father’s memory.

Congratulations to all the club members, volunteers, and supporters who made this possible. You’ve created something to be proud of — a lasting legacy for the people of Flint, and for generations of young players to come.