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About Bishop Auckland RFC
Bishop Auckland RFC is a rugby union club in Bishop Auckland, County Durham, founded in 1880. It is a County Durham market town club competing in the North East leagues.
For anyone searching for a Bishop Auckland rugby club, Bishop Auckland RFC is a natural place to start. It is also one of 13 rugby union clubs we list in County Durham, so you can easily compare nearby options below.
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History of Bishop Auckland RFC
Bishop Auckland RFC dates from 1880, during rugby's first great expansion. The RFU had formed in 1871, and clubs were springing up in towns across England.
Today, the club carries more than 140 years of history into every season. For players in Bishop Auckland, County Durham, that heritage adds real meaning to pulling on the shirt.
1880
Founded
140+
Years of History
Local Rugby
Rugby Union Clubs in County Durham
In total, County Durham has 13 rugby union clubs in our directory. So use the links below to compare nearby clubs, grounds and playing levels before you decide.
- Billingham RFC · Billingham
- Consett RFC · Consett
- DMP Durham Sharks · Durham
- Norton RFC · Stockton-on-Tees
- Peterlee RFC · Peterlee
- Spennymoor RFC · Spennymoor
- Stockton RFC · Stockton-on-Tees
- West Hartlepool RFC · Hartlepool
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Join or Contact Bishop Auckland RFC
In fact, most rugby clubs welcome new players at any point in the season. Contact the club first, because training times and age groups change from year to year.
After that, simply turn up with boots, a gum shield and water. Coaches usually offer newcomers a taster session before you register as a member.
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Bishop Auckland RFCBishop Auckland, County Durham
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Bishop Auckland RFC FAQs
Where does Bishop Auckland RFC play?
The club calls Bishop Auckland, County Durham home. For directions, use the Google Maps link on this page to find the ground and plan your journey.
When was Bishop Auckland RFC founded?
The club dates from 1880. As a result, it has more than 140 years of rugby union history.
How can I join Bishop Auckland RFC?
First, contact the club to ask about training times, membership and which teams have space. In most cases, clubs welcome new players and offer a taster session first.
Which other rugby union clubs are near Bishop Auckland?
Scroll down to see other rugby union clubs in County Durham. Because each one has its own profile, you can easily compare grounds and levels.
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