RUGBY returns to East Lancashire at the weekend following the festive break.

Rossendale will be looking to kick off 2014 with a win after a spluttering end to 2013.

The Marl Pits side, second in National League Three North, entertain Beverley looking to end a run of three defeats in their last four outings.

In North Lancs/Cumbria, Blackburn have a top of the table clash at leaders Bolton where their nine-match winning run will be put under threat.

Burnley will be out for revenge when they entertain St Edwards OBs in North Lancs One after losing 8-0 in the second game of the season.

In North Lancs Two, Clitheroe go to Crosby St Mary’s, Colne and Nelson host Bury and Pendle Phoenix play North Manchester.