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About the Club
About Bolton RFC
Bolton RFC is a rugby union club in Bolton, Greater Manchester, founded in 1872. It is a Greater Manchester market town club with strong rugby traditions at the Mortfield Ground.
It is one of 13 rugby union clubs we list in Greater Manchester.
At a Glance
Bolton Rugby Club at a glance
Bolton RFC is a rugby union club in Bolton, Greater Manchester, founded in 1872. In 2026-27 its first XV plays in Counties 1 Lancashire & Cheshire, level 7 of the English rugby union league structure. It is also known as Bolton Rugby Club, Bolton Rugby Football Club or Bolton Rugby.
| Official name | Bolton RFC |
|---|---|
| Also known as | Bolton Rugby Club, Bolton Rugby Football Club, Bolton Rugby |
| Code | Rugby union |
| Based in | Bolton, Greater Manchester |
| Founded | 1872 |
| League (2026-27) | Counties 1 Lancashire & Cheshire (level 7) |
| Ground | Mortfield Pavilion Avenue Street Off Chorley Old Road Bolton Lancashire BL1 3AW |
| Governing body | Rugby Football Union (England Rugby) |
| Contact | Phone, Facebook – see Join & Contact |
| Area guide | Rugby clubs in Manchester |
League confirmed from England Rugby, 31 October 2026.
Our Story
History of Bolton RFC
Bolton RFC dates from 1872, during rugby's first great expansion.
1872
Founded
150+
Years of History
Local Rugby
Other rugby union clubs nearby
Compare every club, league and training night in our guide to rugby clubs in Greater Manchester.
In total, Greater Manchester has 13 rugby union clubs in our directory.
- Altrincham Kersal RFC · Altrincham
- Ashton on Mersey RFC · Sale
- Broughton Park FC · Manchester
- Didsbury Toc H RFC · Manchester
- Eccles RFC · Eccles
- Sale Sharks Women · Salford
- Stockport RFC · Stockport
- Wigan RFC · Wigan
Join & Contact
Join or Contact Bolton RFC
To ask about training, junior sections or volunteering, contact Bolton RFC directly using the details on this page.
Contact Details
Bolton RFCMortfield Pavilion Avenue Street Off Chorley Old Road Bolton Lancashire, BL1 3AW
Phone: 01204 292801
Facebook: facebook.com/boltonrugby
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Club official? Claim this listing to add an email address and training times.
Details checked 31 Oct 2026 from englandrugby.com.
Quick Answers
Bolton RFC FAQs
What league does Bolton RFC play in?
In 2026-27 Bolton RFC's first XV plays in Counties 1 Lancashire & Cheshire, level 7 of the English rugby union league structure. See how the leagues work.
Where does Bolton RFC play?
The club calls Bolton, Greater Manchester home. Use the Google Maps link on this page for directions.
When was Bolton RFC founded?
Bolton RFC was founded in 1872.
How can I join Bolton RFC?
Contact the club using the details on this page and ask about the next training session.
Which other rugby union clubs are near Bolton?
Nearby clubs in our directory include Sale Sharks, Sale Sharks Women and Stockport RFC. Each has its own profile below.
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