Steve visited the ground shortly before Winchester's home game against London Cornish to view the recently refurbished accommodation and discuss the implications for the Club of the proposed Riverside Leisure Centre development.
Rugby Club chairman Mark Castle and Tom Shewry, chairman of the mini's section, greeted Steve and explained how volunteers have carried out a major wash and brush up programme. The Winchester MP also heard about the progress being made by the senior, junior and mini teams and was taken on a tour of the Club.
They also visited the site of the proposed leisure centre development in North Walls Park where the Club officials explained how the loss of green space would impact on children in three age groups.
Steve said: "I think it's important to remember that clubs such as this don't have to exist. They do because of the hard work and leadership put in by, mainly, volunteers.
"It was useful to hear of the club's plans and the thriving minis section which bodes well for the future."
Mark Castle said: "I was delighted to show Steve around our Club, especially functioning on a match day.
"We also appreciated the opportunity to express our concern over the proposals for the Leisure Centre and the potential impact on the Club".
Pictured; Steve joins Tom Shewry and Mark Castle at Winchester Rugby Club
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