There is a specific kind of damp cold that hangs over the Yorkshire Dales, the sort that seeps into the stone walls and settles in the valley floors. In places like Wharfedale, this weather isn’t a deterrent; it’s merely the backdrop for a Saturday ritual that remains sacred. Here, amidst the rolling hills and the winding river, time seems to be measured not in hours, but in halves.

It is a place where the community heartbeat is synced to the thud of a boot against a ball, and where the post-match pint is as essential as the game itself. It is from this rugged, unpretentious atmosphere that the latest apparel release from LANX is born.

Known primarily for their formidable footwear, the brand has stepped onto the pitch with the Heywood and Ramsgreave Rugby Shirts, a collection that captures the quiet confidence of a proper village club.

Priced between £90 and £95, these aren’t the flimsy, fast-fashion replicas you might find on the high street. They are built with the same ethos as a pair of sturdy brogues: made to last, made to be worn, and made to look better with a bit of mud on them.

LANX has been quietly perfecting these garments, ensuring they stand up to the rigorous standards of the “green machine” of Wharfedale RUFC. The result is a garment constructed from a heavyweight 330gsm knitted polycotton.

It feels reassuringly heavy the moment you pull it on—breathable enough for the touchline roar, yet warm enough for the long, sociable hours in the clubhouse that inevitably follow. The design is anchored by a traditional cotton drill collar and placket, details that nod to the sport’s heritage rather than its modern, technical present.

The names attached to these shirts—Heywood and Ramsgreave—are not chosen at random. They serve as a geographical and emotional map of the brand’s rugby story. Heywood pays homage to the former home of Sale Sharks, the first club LANX ever partnered with, while Ramsgreave is the stomping ground of Preston Grasshoppers.

These locations represent different crowds and different leagues, but they share the same familiar rhythms of the weekend: muddy boots, cold winds, and the warmth of community. To ensure the build quality honored these locations, LANX kept the manufacturing local.

The shirts are made in Staffordshire, England, by a third-generation, family-run factory that specializes in sporting apparel. The people behind the sewing machines understand the craft inside out, sharing the brand’s belief in independent manufacturing and doing things the right way, even if it takes a little longer.

This release also marks a collaboration with Jim’s Jerseys, a brand founded by Harry Blackwell that has gained a cult following for its celebration of vintage rugby aesthetics. Blackwell’s philosophy that these shirts are “traditions for the future” aligns perfectly with the LANX approach.

It is about creating something that feels timeless from day one. This commitment to the sport is further cemented by the brand’s association with England rugby icon and local Lancashire lad, Will Greenwood, who has been flying the flag for the brand since early 2025.

Ultimately, these shirts are about more than just fabric and stitching. They represent a mindset. They embody the spirit of clubs like Wharfedale, who spent over twenty years in League 1 punching above their weight, facing city sides with deeper pockets and holding their own through sheer grit and consistency.

Whether you are gearing up for the 6 Nations, standing on a freezing touchline, or just settling in for a Sunday on the sofa, the LANX Rugby Shirts are designed to be a durable companion for the season ahead. Adorned with the embroidered LANX logo and the Lancashire Rose, they are a piece of northern soul, ready to be worn honestly and often.