Statue

Nick Duncombe

Inscription

{On the front of the plinth:}
Nick Duncombe, 1982 - 2003. Harlequins & England.
'Carpe Diem' { Latin: Seize the day}

{On the back of the plinth:}
This statue by Nathan David F.R.B.S. Was funded by generous and spontaneous donations from supporters, friends and the rugby community to provide a permanent memorial to a charismatic player and personality tragically lost on 14th February 2003, just after his 21st birthday.

{Inscribed on the base of the statue:}
N. David 2004

Site: Nick Duncombe (1 memorial)

TW2, Cranford Way, The Stoop, Harlequins Rugby Ground

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Nick Duncombe

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Nick Duncombe

Rugby Union player. Born Buckinghamshire. Played for Harlequins and for Eng...

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