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About the Club
About Eastbourne RFC
Eastbourne RFC is a rugby union club in Eastbourne, East Sussex, founded in 1878. It is an East Sussex club at Grange Road with strong senior and junior sections competing in Sussex leagues.
It is one of six rugby union clubs we list in East Sussex.
At a Glance
Eastbourne Rugby Club at a glance
Eastbourne RFC is a rugby union club in Eastbourne, East Sussex, founded in 1878. It is also known as Eastbourne Rugby Club, Eastbourne Rugby Football Club or Eastbourne Rugby.
| Official name | Eastbourne RFC |
|---|---|
| Also known as | Eastbourne Rugby Club, Eastbourne Rugby Football Club, Eastbourne Rugby |
| Code | Rugby union |
| Based in | Eastbourne, East Sussex |
| Founded | 1878 |
| Ground | Park Avenue Hampden Park Eastbourne East Sussex BN22 9QN |
| Governing body | Rugby Football Union (England Rugby) |
| Contact | Email, Facebook – see Join & Contact |
| Area guide | Rugby clubs in Sussex |
Our Story
History of Eastbourne RFC
Eastbourne RFC dates from 1878, during rugby's first great expansion.
1878
Founded
140+
Years of History
Local Rugby
Other rugby union clubs nearby
Compare every club, league and training night in our guide to rugby clubs in Sussex.
In total, East Sussex has six rugby union clubs in our directory.
- Brighton RFC · Brighton
- Crowborough RFC · Crowborough
- Hastings & Bexhill RFC · Hastings
- Lewes RFC · Lewes
- Uckfield RFC · Uckfield
Join & Contact
Join or Contact Eastbourne RFC
To ask about training, junior sections or volunteering, contact Eastbourne RFC directly using the details on this page.
Contact Details
Eastbourne RFCPark Avenue Hampden Park Eastbourne East Sussex, BN22 9QN
Email: clubsecretary@eastbournerugby.com
Facebook: facebook.com/eastbournerugby
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Club official? Claim this listing to add a phone number and training times.
Details checked 31 Oct 2026 from englandrugby.com.
Quick Answers
Eastbourne RFC FAQs
Where does Eastbourne RFC play?
The club calls Eastbourne, East Sussex home. Use the Google Maps link on this page for directions.
When was Eastbourne RFC founded?
Eastbourne RFC was founded in 1878.
How can I join Eastbourne RFC?
Contact the club using the details on this page and ask about the next training session.
Which other rugby union clubs are near Eastbourne?
Nearby clubs in our directory include Brighton RFC, Lewes RFC and Crowborough RFC. Each has its own profile below.
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