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About the Club
About Leigh RFC
Leigh RFC is a rugby union club in Leigh, Greater Manchester, founded in 1881. It is a Greater Manchester rugby union club offering the union code in a traditional rugby league town.
The club is one of 13 rugby union clubs we list in Greater Manchester.
At a Glance
Leigh Rugby Club at a glance
Leigh RFC is a rugby union club in Leigh, Greater Manchester, founded in 1881. In 2026-27 its first XV plays in Counties 2 Lancashire & Cheshire, level 8 of the English rugby union league structure. It is also known as Leigh Rugby Club, Leigh Rugby Football Club or Leigh Rugby.
| Official name | Leigh RFC |
|---|---|
| Also known as | Leigh Rugby Club, Leigh Rugby Football Club, Leigh Rugby |
| Code | Rugby union |
| Based in | Leigh, Greater Manchester |
| Founded | 1881 |
| League (2026-27) | Counties 2 Lancashire & Cheshire (level 8) |
| Ground | Round Ash Park Hand Lane Pennington Leigh Lancashire WN7 3NA |
| Governing body | Rugby Football Union (England Rugby) |
| Contact | Phone, Facebook – see Join & Contact |
| Area guide | Rugby clubs in Manchester |
League confirmed from England Rugby, 31 October 2026.
Our Story
History of Leigh RFC
Leigh RFC dates from 1881, during rugby's first great expansion.
1881
Founded
140+
Years of History
Local Rugby
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In total, Greater Manchester has 13 rugby union clubs in our directory.
- Altrincham Kersal RFC · Altrincham
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- Bolton RFC · Bolton
- Broughton Park FC · Manchester
- Didsbury Toc H RFC · Manchester
- Eccles RFC · Eccles
- Oldham RUFC · Oldham
- Wigan RFC · Wigan
Join & Contact
Join or Contact Leigh RFC
To ask about training, junior sections or volunteering, contact Leigh RFC directly using the details on this page.
Contact Details
Leigh RFCRound Ash Park Hand Lane Pennington Leigh Lancashire, WN7 3NA
Phone: 01942 673526
Facebook: facebook.com/LeighRUFC
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Details checked 31 Oct 2026 from englandrugby.com.
Quick Answers
Leigh RFC FAQs
What league does Leigh RFC play in?
In 2026-27 Leigh RFC's first XV plays in Counties 2 Lancashire & Cheshire, level 8 of the English rugby union league structure. See how the leagues work.
Where does Leigh RFC play?
The club calls Leigh, Greater Manchester home. Use the Google Maps link on this page for directions.
When was Leigh RFC founded?
Leigh RFC was founded in 1881.
How can I join Leigh RFC?
Contact the club using the details on this page and ask about the next training session.
Which other rugby union clubs are near Leigh?
Nearby clubs in our directory include Sale Sharks, Sale Sharks Women and Stockport RFC. Each has its own profile below.
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