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About the Club
About Cirencester RFC
Cirencester RFC is a rugby union club in Cirencester, Gloucestershire, founded in 1878. It is a Cotswolds market town club with competitive rugby and an active junior section in the South West leagues.
It is one of eight rugby union clubs we list in Gloucestershire.
At a Glance
Cirencester Rugby Club at a glance
Cirencester RFC is a rugby union club in Cirencester, Gloucestershire, founded in 1878. In 2026-27 its first XV plays in Counties 3 Gloucestershire North, level 9 of the English rugby union league structure. It is also known as Cirencester Rugby Club, Cirencester Rugby Football Club or Cirencester Rugby.
| Official name | Cirencester RFC |
|---|---|
| Also known as | Cirencester Rugby Club, Cirencester Rugby Football Club, Cirencester Rugby |
| Code | Rugby union |
| Based in | Cirencester, Gloucestershire |
| Founded | 1878 |
| League (2026-27) | Counties 3 Gloucestershire North (level 9) |
| Ground | The Whiteway Cirencester Gloucestershire GL7 2ER |
| Governing body | Rugby Football Union (England Rugby) |
| Contact | Phone, Email – see Join & Contact |
| Area guide | Rugby clubs in Gloucestershire |
League confirmed from England Rugby, 31 October 2026.
Our Story
History of Cirencester RFC
Cirencester RFC dates from 1878, during rugby's first great expansion.
1878
Founded
140+
Years of History
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Join & Contact
Join or Contact Cirencester RFC
To ask about training, junior sections or volunteering, contact Cirencester RFC directly using the details on this page.
Contact Details
Cirencester RFCThe Whiteway Cirencester Gloucestershire, GL7 2ER
Phone: 01285 654434
Email: secretary@crfc.co.uk
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Details checked 31 Oct 2026 from englandrugby.com.
Quick Answers
Cirencester RFC FAQs
What league does Cirencester RFC play in?
In 2026-27 Cirencester RFC's first XV plays in Counties 3 Gloucestershire North, level 9 of the English rugby union league structure. See how the leagues work.
Where does Cirencester RFC play?
The club calls Cirencester, Gloucestershire home. Use the Google Maps link on this page for directions.
When was Cirencester RFC founded?
Cirencester RFC was founded in 1878.
How can I join Cirencester RFC?
Contact the club using the details on this page and ask about the next training session.
Which other rugby union clubs are near Cirencester?
Nearby clubs in our directory include Gloucester Rugby, Hartpury RFC and Gloucester-Hartpury Women. Each has its own profile below.
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