Major Peterborough RUFC official leaves after making great memories and helping to improve the club on and off the field

Manning has been at ‘Fortress Fengate’ for six years, as head coach before taking on the director of rugby position. He will help Borough find his replacement.

Manning said: “it hasn't been an easy decision, but the time is right. I have been driving an hour to and from the club for training etc as I live in Biggleswade so it will be good to spend less time on the road. I have taken up the head coaching role at Biggleswade so I will still be involved in rugby.

"There have been a lot of great memories in my time. There have been some great wins like just recently seeing the lads beat Market Harborough in the promotion play off game and doing the double over Peterborough Lions in their relegation season.

“The club is in a great position both on and off the pitch. Chair Tina Prewer and the rest of the committee have done a great job turning the club around and guaranteeing the future for years to come and I'd like to say a big thank you to everyone involved.

"When I joined the club it’s fair to say the playing numbers had dropped off and the club wasn't in the best of shape playing-wise. Along with Sam Crooks and 2nd team manager Michael Benson we have managed to rebuild the 1st and 2nd teams with training numbers regularly over 30. Both 1s and 2s will be pushing for promotion next season when there will be a new 3rd team, while the player pathway we established with our colts has guaranteed new players every season.

"Lastly a big thank you everyone associated with the club wether that's sponsors, players, volunteers or supporters. I will be still involved for a little bit as we find a replacement director of rugby to ensure a easy transition so if anyone is interested please make contact. I look forward to having a beer with a few people at the club over next couple of months.”