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About the Club
About Dorchester RFC
Dorchester RFC is a rugby union club in Dorchester, Dorset, founded in 1869. It is a Dorset county town club with a broad membership and competitive rugby in the South West leagues.
As one of six rugby union clubs we list in Dorset, Dorchester RFC gives local players a place to train, compete and belong.
At a Glance
Dorchester Rugby Club at a glance
Dorchester RFC is a rugby union club in Dorchester, Dorset, founded in 1869. In 2026-27 its first XV plays in Counties 1 Southern South, level 7 of the English rugby union league structure. It is also known as Dorchester Rugby Club, Dorchester Rugby Football Club or Dorchester Rugby.
| Official name | Dorchester RFC |
|---|---|
| Also known as | Dorchester Rugby Club, Dorchester Rugby Football Club, Dorchester Rugby |
| Code | Rugby union |
| Based in | Dorchester, Dorset |
| Founded | 1869 |
| League (2026-27) | Counties 1 Southern South (level 7) |
| Ground | Coburg Road Dorchester Dorset DT1 2HX |
| Governing body | Rugby Football Union (England Rugby) |
| Contact | Phone, Email, Facebook – see Join & Contact |
| Area guide | Rugby clubs in the South West |
League confirmed from England Rugby, 31 October 2026.
Our Story
History of Dorchester RFC
Dorchester RFC dates from 1869, before the Rugby Football Union itself formed in 1871.
1869
Founded
150+
Years of History
Local Rugby
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Join & Contact
Join or Contact Dorchester RFC
To ask about training, junior sections or volunteering, contact Dorchester RFC directly using the details on this page.
Contact Details
Dorchester RFCCoburg Road Dorchester Dorset, DT1 2HX
Phone: 01305 265692
Email: clubhouse@dorchester-rfc.co.uk
Facebook: en-gb.facebook.com/DorchesterRFC
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Details checked 31 Oct 2026 from englandrugby.com.
Quick Answers
Dorchester RFC FAQs
What league does Dorchester RFC play in?
In 2026-27 Dorchester RFC's first XV plays in Counties 1 Southern South, level 7 of the English rugby union league structure. See how the leagues work.
Where does Dorchester RFC play?
The club calls Dorchester, Dorset home. Use the Google Maps link on this page for directions.
When was Dorchester RFC founded?
Dorchester RFC was founded in 1869.
How can I join Dorchester RFC?
Contact the club using the details on this page and ask about the next training session.
Which other rugby union clubs are near Dorchester?
Nearby clubs in our directory include Wimborne RFC, Weymouth RFC and Bournemouth RFC. Each has its own profile below.
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