ENGLAND rugby star Andy Gomarsall was a welcome visitor to Bury St Edmunds Rugby Club.

ENGLAND rugby star Andy Gomarsall was a welcome visitor to Bury St Edmunds Rugby Club.

The international scrum-half was presenting the club's mini section with awards after an excellent season for the west Suffolk youngsters, with all players receiving a medal and certificate.

There was also a Player of the Season and Most Improved Player award for each age group.

Andy Spetch, chairman of the club's mini section, said: “It was great to have Andy at the club to inspire our 200-plus minis (aged six to 12 years).

“We are very grateful for his continued support. We have seen numbers grow by 17% this season which is testament to our all inclusive policy.”