World Cup Refs Pre Season Training Camp The countdown to the 2026/27 season is well underway, and there's no better way to prepare than by joining us for our Practical Training & Development Day at Market Road on Sunday 9th August 2026. This event has been designed to help referees of all levels arrive at the new season feeling confident, prepared and ready to perform. Through a combination of practical on-field activities, fitness-based sessions and referee development works

AFA & LONSAR are delighted to announce that Premier League Assistant Referee Craig Taylor will be joining us as the guest speaker at our 2026 Annual Dinner on Friday 3rd July at the DoubleTree by Hilton London Angel Kings Cross. Since making his EFL debut in 2015, Craig has established himself as one of the country's leading Assistant Referees. His career has included appointments to the FA Vase Final, EFL Trophy Final, FA Youth Cup Final, League One Play-Off Final, FA Trophy

The new season is just around the corner, and there's no better way to prepare than by joining us at our Practical Training & Development Day at Market Road on Sunday 9th August 2026. Designed for referees of all experience levels, the day will focus on helping officials get physically ready for the demands of the 2026/27 season through practical training, fitness-based activities, and key development sessions. Attendees will also receive important season updates and have the

The AFA & LONSAR Annual Dinner has long been the highlight of our calendar, bringing together referees, observers, mentors, coaches, guests and supporters to celebrate the achievements of our officiating community. As we look ahead to 26-27, we are delighted to announce the return of our flagship event—one that promises to be bigger, better and more memorable than ever before. This year's dinner marks the first Annual Dinner under our new leadership team and represents an exc