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About the Club
About Clifton RFC
Clifton RFC is a rugby union club in Bristol, founded in 1872. It is Bristol's oldest rugby club, formed at the Kings Arms on Blackboy Hill and now based at Cribbs Causeway.
It is one of seven rugby union clubs we list in Bristol.
At a Glance
Clifton Rugby Club at a glance
Clifton RFC is a rugby union club in Bristol, founded in 1872. In 2026-27 its first XV plays in National League 2 West, level 4 of the English rugby union league structure. It is also known as Clifton Rugby Club, Clifton Rugby Football Club or Clifton Rugby.
| Official name | Clifton RFC |
|---|---|
| Also known as | Clifton Rugby Club, Clifton Rugby Football Club, Clifton Rugby |
| Code | Rugby union |
| Based in | Bristol |
| Founded | 1872 |
| League (2026-27) | National League 2 West (level 4) |
| Ground | Station Road Cribbs Causeway Bristol Avon BS10 7TT |
| Governing body | Rugby Football Union (England Rugby) |
| Contact | Phone, Email, Website – see Join & Contact |
| Area guide | Rugby clubs in Bristol |
League confirmed from England Rugby, 31 October 2026.
Our Story
History of Clifton RFC
Clifton RFC dates from 1872, during rugby's first great expansion.
1872
Founded
150+
Years of History
Local Rugby
Rugby Union Clubs in Bristol
In total, Bristol has seven rugby union clubs in our directory.
- Avonmouth Old Boys RFC · Bristol
- Bristol Bears · Bristol
- Bristol Bears Women · Bristol
- Bristol Harlequins RFC · Bristol
- Dings Crusaders RFC · Bristol
- Old Redcliffians RFC · Bristol
Join & Contact
Join or Contact Clifton RFC
To ask about training, junior sections or volunteering, contact Clifton RFC directly using the details on this page.
Contact Details
Clifton RFCStation Road Cribbs Causeway Bristol Avon, BS10 7TT
Phone: 0117 950 0445
Email: clubhouse@cliftonrugby.co.uk
Website: cliftonrugby.co.uk
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Details checked 31 Oct 2026 from englandrugby.com.
Quick Answers
Clifton RFC FAQs
What league does Clifton RFC play in?
In 2026-27 Clifton RFC's first XV plays in National League 2 West, level 4 of the English rugby union league structure. See how the leagues work.
Where does Clifton RFC play?
The club calls Bristol home. Use the Google Maps link on this page for directions.
When was Clifton RFC founded?
Clifton RFC was founded in 1872.
How can I join Clifton RFC?
Contact the club using the details on this page and ask about the next training session.
Which other rugby union clubs are near Bristol?
Nearby clubs in our directory include Bristol Bears Women, Bristol Bears and Dings Crusaders RFC. Each has its own profile below.
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