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About the Club
About London Welsh RFC
London Welsh RFC is a rugby union club in Richmond, Surrey, founded in 1885. It is a historic London-based club founded by Welsh exiles, playing at Richmond Athletic Ground.
As one of 14 rugby union clubs we list in Surrey, London Welsh RFC gives local players a place to train, compete and belong.
At a Glance
London Welsh Rugby Club at a glance
London Welsh RFC is a rugby union club in Richmond, Surrey, founded in 1885. In 2026-27 its first XV plays in National League 2 East, level 4 of the English rugby union league structure. It is also known as London Welsh Rugby Club, London Welsh Rugby Football Club or London Welsh Rugby.
| Official name | London Welsh RFC |
|---|---|
| Also known as | London Welsh Rugby Club, London Welsh Rugby Football Club, London Welsh Rugby |
| Code | Rugby union |
| Based in | Richmond, Surrey |
| Founded | 1885 |
| League (2026-27) | National League 2 East (level 4) |
| Ground | Old Deer Park, Richmond TW9 2AZ |
| Governing body | Rugby Football Union (England Rugby) |
| Contact | Phone, Email, Website – see Join & Contact |
| Area guide | Rugby clubs in Surrey |
League confirmed from England Rugby, 31 October 2026.
Our Story
History of London Welsh RFC
London Welsh RFC dates from 1885, during rugby's first great expansion.
1885
Founded
140+
Years of History
Local Rugby
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Join & Contact
Join or Contact London Welsh RFC
To ask about training, junior sections or volunteering, contact London Welsh RFC directly using the details on this page.
Contact Details
London Welsh RFCOld Deer Park, Richmond, TW9 2AZ
Phone: 020 3887 6960
Email: office@londonwelshrfc.co.uk
Website: londonwelshrfc.com
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Details checked 29 Oct 2026 from en.wikipedia.org.
Quick Answers
London Welsh RFC FAQs
What league does London Welsh RFC play in?
In 2026-27 London Welsh RFC's first XV plays in National League 2 East, level 4 of the English rugby union league structure. See how the leagues work.
Where does London Welsh RFC play?
The club calls Richmond, Surrey home. Use the Google Maps link on this page for directions.
When was London Welsh RFC founded?
London Welsh RFC was founded in 1885.
How can I join London Welsh RFC?
Contact the club using the details on this page and ask about the next training session.
Which other rugby union clubs are near Richmond?
Nearby clubs in our directory include Richmond RFC, Esher RFC and Guildford RFC. Each has its own profile below.
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