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About the Club
About Ipswich RFC
Ipswich RFC is a rugby union club in Ipswich, Suffolk, founded in 1866. It is a Suffolk county town club with a welcoming membership and strong performance in East regions.
It is one of two rugby union clubs we list in Suffolk.
At a Glance
Ipswich Rugby Club at a glance
Ipswich RFC is a rugby union club in Ipswich, Suffolk, founded in 1866. In 2026-27 its first XV plays in Counties 1 Eastern Counties, level 7 of the English rugby union league structure. It is also known as Ipswich Rugby Club, Ipswich Rugby Football Club or Ipswich Rugby.
| Official name | Ipswich RFC |
|---|---|
| Also known as | Ipswich Rugby Club, Ipswich Rugby Football Club, Ipswich Rugby |
| Code | Rugby union |
| Based in | Ipswich, Suffolk |
| Founded | 1866 |
| League (2026-27) | Counties 1 Eastern Counties (level 7) |
| Ground | Humber Doucy Lane Ipswich IP4 3PZ |
| Governing body | Rugby Football Union (England Rugby) |
| Contact | Phone, Email – see Join & Contact |
League confirmed from England Rugby, 31 October 2026.
Our Story
History of Ipswich RFC
Ipswich RFC dates from 1866, before the Rugby Football Union itself formed in 1871.
1866
Founded
160+
Years of History
Local Rugby
Rugby Union Clubs in Suffolk
In total, Suffolk has two rugby union clubs in our directory.
- Bury St Edmunds RFC · Bury St Edmunds
Join & Contact
Join or Contact Ipswich RFC
To ask about training, junior sections or volunteering, contact Ipswich RFC directly using the details on this page.
Contact Details
Ipswich RFCHumber Doucy Lane Ipswich, IP4 3PZ
Phone: 01473 724072
Email: club@ipswichrugby.com
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Details checked 31 Oct 2026 from englandrugby.com.
Quick Answers
Ipswich RFC FAQs
What league does Ipswich RFC play in?
In 2026-27 Ipswich RFC's first XV plays in Counties 1 Eastern Counties, level 7 of the English rugby union league structure. See how the leagues work.
Where does Ipswich RFC play?
The club calls Ipswich, Suffolk home. Use the Google Maps link on this page for directions.
When was Ipswich RFC founded?
Ipswich RFC was founded in 1866.
How can I join Ipswich RFC?
Contact the club using the details on this page and ask about the next training session.
Which other rugby union clubs are near Ipswich?
Nearby clubs in our directory include Bury St Edmunds RFC, Leicester Tigers and Saracens. Each has its own profile below.
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