Liam Marshall, the Wigan Warriors winger marking his testimonial year, will be the guest of honour at an evening in Whitehaven later this month alongside three team-mates, organisers have confirmed.
Event details and guests
The gathering will take place at The Haven Club on Saturday 22 August, starting at 7pm. In addition to Marshall, Australian-born Warriors stars Jai Field, Bevan French and Kaide Ellis will attend, mixing with supporters and taking part in a question-and-answer session which may include a panel format.
- Venue: The Haven Club, Whitehaven
- Date and time: Saturday 22 August, 7pm
- Ticket price: £30 (includes a pie, peas and gravy supper)
- Dress code: no strict requirement, but an expectation to "dress tidily"
"I just thought they'd come up and listen to life's top players."
Event organiser Peter Boyle, known locally as 'Frenchie', highlighted the draw of meeting high-profile players and the opportunity for Whitehaven supporters to hear first-hand about a decade of top-level rugby league from Marshall and his team-mates.
Ticket sales and practical information
So far organisers report that 90 of 120 tickets have been sold. The modest capacity underlines the community scale of the evening; it is being staged as a close, social fundraising and celebratory event rather than a large-scale club function.
| Detail | Figure |
|---|---|
| Tickets available | 120 |
| Tickets sold | 90 |
| Price per ticket | £30 (includes meal) |
The event will also provide an informal setting for fans to meet several figures who have played at high levels, including those with experience in the NRL and Super League. The roster of guests reflects the Warriors' recent success: Marshall scored the only try in the 2023 Grand Final and has earned consecutive Dream Team selections; Jai Field and Bevan French have been highlighted for their pace and match-winning contributions; Kaide Ellis is noted for strengthening the pack since his arrival from the NRL.
Local context
Mr Boyle has a track record of staging nights featuring high-profile sporting names in Whitehaven, which has previously welcomed figures from boxing and football. For local fans, the testimonial offers a rare chance to hear from a player reflecting on a decade with one of rugby league's leading clubs while supporting a community event.
Anyone wishing to attend should contact The Haven Club to check on remaining tickets. With fewer than a third of places now available, the organisers have indicated demand could fill the small venue quickly.
