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About the Club
About Burton RFC
Burton RFC is a rugby union club in Burton upon Trent, Staffordshire, founded in 1870. It is an East Staffordshire club based in the brewing town of Burton upon Trent, competing in the Midlands leagues.
It is one of four rugby union clubs we list in Staffordshire.
At a Glance
Burton Rugby Club at a glance
Burton RFC is a rugby union club in Burton upon Trent, Staffordshire, founded in 1870. In 2026-27 its first XV plays in Regional 1 Midlands, level 5 of the English rugby union league structure. It is also known as Burton Rugby Club, Burton Rugby Football Club or Burton Rugby.
| Official name | Burton RFC |
|---|---|
| Also known as | Burton Rugby Club, Burton Rugby Football Club, Burton Rugby |
| Code | Rugby union |
| Based in | Burton upon Trent, Staffordshire |
| Founded | 1870 |
| League (2026-27) | Regional 1 Midlands (level 5) |
| Ground | Battlestead Croft Branston Road Tatenhill Burton Upon Trent Staffordshire DE13 9FF |
| Governing body | Rugby Football Union (England Rugby) |
| Contact | Phone, Email, Facebook – see Join & Contact |
League confirmed from England Rugby, 31 October 2026.
Our Story
History of Burton RFC
Burton RFC dates from 1870, before the Rugby Football Union itself formed in 1871.
1870
Founded
150+
Years of History
Local Rugby
Rugby Union Clubs in Staffordshire
In total, Staffordshire has four rugby union clubs in our directory.
- Lichfield RFC · Lichfield
- Stafford RFC · Stafford
- Tamworth RFC · Tamworth
Join & Contact
Join or Contact Burton RFC
To ask about training, junior sections or volunteering, contact Burton RFC directly using the details on this page.
Contact Details
Burton RFCBattlestead Croft Branston Road Tatenhill Burton Upon Trent Staffordshire, DE13 9FF
Phone: 01283 564510
Email: secretary@burtonrfc.co.uk
Facebook: facebook.com/BurtonRFC
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Details checked 31 Oct 2026 from englandrugby.com.
Quick Answers
Burton RFC FAQs
What league does Burton RFC play in?
In 2026-27 Burton RFC's first XV plays in Regional 1 Midlands, level 5 of the English rugby union league structure. See how the leagues work.
Where does Burton RFC play?
The club calls Burton upon Trent, Staffordshire home. Use the Google Maps link on this page for directions.
When was Burton RFC founded?
Burton RFC was founded in 1870.
How can I join Burton RFC?
Contact the club using the details on this page and ask about the next training session.
Which other rugby union clubs are near Burton upon Trent?
Nearby clubs in our directory include Lichfield RFC, Stafford RFC and Tamworth RFC. Each has its own profile below.
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