Ash Rowden
The Premiership's most experienced domestic Rugby Union referee

Ashley 'Ash' Rowden is England's most experienced domestic rugby union referee. Now in his 17th year of top class officiating, no other referee in England has officiated at more Premiership matches - or for that matter, sent off more players and put most in the sin bin - Johnson, Dawson, Dallaglio, Guscott, Chilcott, Probyn, Andrew, Healey, Lomu and Richards, etc.
Ash, has a story about all of them, some repeatable others not! He has bridged the era of the old amateur days to the modern ultra professional, whilst still carrying out a daytime profession of running his own transport company.
4 "A" Internationals
Commonwealth Games
Dubai Sevens
Infamous "ear biting" incident
Over 140 Premiership matches refereed
8 players sent off
93 players sin-binned
As a Sales Director by day, you'll find out why he always had the last word with the players, no matter who they are!
Ash Rowden is an after dinner speaker just as comfortable with mixed as well as all-male audiences. He puts a huge amount of energy, creativity and passion into what he does, working with clients on an individual basis means he can create an event that is truly unique and memorable.
He is available for after diner speaking, sportsman's dinners, rugby dinners, business conferences, corporate tournaments, client hospitality events, team building activities, motivational speaking and award ceremonies.
How to book Ash Rowden for your event
To book Ash Rowden, please submit an online enquiry, email bookings@nmp.co.uk or speak with one of our booking agents on +44 (0)1372 361 004.

Former England Rugby Scrum Half (2003 World Cup Winning Squad)

Former England Rugby captain (1988-1996) with 72 caps

Former England test cricketer and a fantastically entertaining speaker

Retired Premier League football referee

One of the best-known and most popular rugby players of recent times

Managed the England rugby team to victory at the 2003 Rugby World Cup