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About the Club
About Durham City RFC
Durham City RFC is a rugby union club in Durham, County Durham, founded in 1869. It is a Cathedral city club in County Durham with a proud history and competitive rugby in the North East.
Durham City RFC is one of 13 rugby union clubs we list in County Durham.
At a Glance
Durham City Rugby Club at a glance
Durham City RFC is a rugby union club in Durham, County Durham, founded in 1869. In 2026-27 its first XV plays in Regional 2 North, level 6 of the English rugby union league structure. It is also known as Durham City Rugby Club, Durham City Rugby Football Club or Durham City Rugby.
| Official name | Durham City RFC |
|---|---|
| Also known as | Durham City Rugby Club, Durham City Rugby Football Club, Durham City Rugby |
| Code | Rugby union |
| Based in | Durham, County Durham |
| Founded | 1869 |
| League (2026-27) | Regional 2 North (level 6) |
| Ground | Hollow Drift Green Lane Durham County Durham DH1 3JU |
| Governing body | Rugby Football Union (England Rugby) |
| Contact | Phone, Email, Facebook – see Join & Contact |
| Area guide | Rugby clubs in the North East |
League confirmed from England Rugby, 31 October 2026.
Our Story
History of Durham City RFC
Durham City 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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In total, County Durham has 13 rugby union clubs in our directory.
- Bishop Auckland RFC · Bishop Auckland
- Consett RFC · Consett
- DMP Durham Sharks · Durham
- Darlington Mowden Park Sharks · Darlington
- Darlington RFC · Darlington
- Hartlepool RFC · Hartlepool
- Norton RFC · Stockton-on-Tees
- Peterlee RFC · Peterlee
Join & Contact
Join or Contact Durham City RFC
To ask about training, junior sections or volunteering, contact Durham City RFC directly using the details on this page.
Contact Details
Durham City RFCHollow Drift Green Lane Durham County Durham, DH1 3JU
Phone: 0191 386 1172
Email: durhamcityrugby@btconnect.com
Facebook: facebook.com/durhamcityrfc
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Details checked 31 Oct 2026 from englandrugby.com.
Quick Answers
Durham City RFC FAQs
What league does Durham City RFC play in?
In 2026-27 Durham City RFC's first XV plays in Regional 2 North, level 6 of the English rugby union league structure. See how the leagues work.
Where does Durham City RFC play?
The club calls Durham, County Durham home. Use the Google Maps link on this page for directions.
When was Durham City RFC founded?
Durham City RFC was founded in 1869.
How can I join Durham City RFC?
Contact the club using the details on this page and ask about the next training session.
Which other rugby union clubs are near Durham?
Nearby clubs in our directory include Darlington RFC, Stockton RFC and DMP Durham Sharks. Each has its own profile below.
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