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About Darlington RFC
Darlington RFC is a rugby union club in Darlington, County Durham, founded in 1863. It is a County Durham market town club with a large membership and competitive rugby at all levels.
The club is one of 13 rugby union clubs we list in County Durham. In addition, it gives supporters in Darlington a team to follow and new players a clear route into the game.
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History of Darlington RFC
Darlington RFC dates from 1863, before the Rugby Football Union itself formed in 1871. That places it among the pioneering clubs of England rugby.
That gives the club more than 160 years of rugby in Darlington, County Durham. In addition, generations of local players, coaches and volunteers have shaped its story.
1863
Founded
160+
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
- Bishop Auckland RFC · Bishop Auckland
- Consett RFC · Consett
- DMP Durham Sharks · Durham
- Peterlee RFC · Peterlee
- Spennymoor RFC · Spennymoor
- Stockton RFC · Stockton-on-Tees
- West Hartlepool RFC · Hartlepool
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Join or Contact Darlington RFC
Getting started at the club is simple. First, get in touch to check the next training session and which teams have space.
Then come along, meet the coaches and try a session. Once you are happy, simply register with the club and start playing.
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Darlington RFCDarlington, County Durham
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Darlington RFC FAQs
Where does Darlington RFC play?
The club calls Darlington, County Durham home. For directions, use the Google Maps link on this page to find the ground and plan your journey.
When was Darlington RFC founded?
The club dates from 1863. As a result, it has more than 160 years of rugby union history.
How can I join Darlington 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 Darlington?
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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