WORCESTER Warriors hooker Ben Sowrey will join Aviva Premiership rivals Newcastle Falcons ahead of the 2016/17 season.

Sowrey has made 18 appearances for Warriors, winning the 2014/15 British & Irish Cup while also helping Worcester Cavaliers to the Aviva A League final.

Warriors director of rugby Dean Ryan said: "I'd like to thank Ben for his efforts during his two seasons at Sixways and we wish him all the best in his next step."