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Nottingham RFC

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Rugby UnionSport
Nottingham, NottinghamshireLocation
1877Founded
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About Nottingham RFC

Nottingham RFC is a rugby union club in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, founded in 1877. It is an East Midlands club competing in the Championship, based at Lady Bay with a strong emphasis on player development.

Nottingham RFC is one of six rugby union clubs we list in Nottinghamshire.

Nottingham Rugby Club at a glance

Nottingham RFC is a rugby union club in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, founded in 1877. In 2026-27 its first XV plays in Champ Rugby, level 2 of the English rugby union league structure. It is also known as Nottingham Rugby Club, Nottingham Rugby Football Club or Nottingham Rugby.

Official nameNottingham RFC
Also known asNottingham Rugby Club, Nottingham Rugby Football Club, Nottingham Rugby
CodeRugby union
Based inNottingham, Nottinghamshire
Founded1877
League (2026-27)Champ Rugby (level 2)
Governing bodyRugby Football Union (England Rugby)
ContactWebsite – see Join & Contact

League confirmed from England Rugby, 31 October 2026.

History of Nottingham RFC

Nottingham RFC dates from 1877, during rugby's first great expansion.

1877
Founded
140+
Years of History

Fixtures & Results

Champ Rugby

Champ Rugby

Fixtures, results & table ↗

Live from England Rugby for the Nottingham first team. League checked 31 Oct 2026.

Ground & Location

Nottingham
Nottinghamshire
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Local Rugby

Rugby Union Clubs in Nottinghamshire

In total, Nottinghamshire has six rugby union clubs in our directory.

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Join & Contact

Join or Contact Nottingham RFC

To ask about training, junior sections or volunteering, contact Nottingham RFC directly using the details on this page.

Contact Details

Nottingham RFC
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
Website: nottinghamrugby.co.uk
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Quick Answers

Nottingham RFC FAQs

What league does Nottingham RFC play in?

In 2026-27 Nottingham RFC's first XV plays in Champ Rugby, level 2 of the English rugby union league structure. See how the leagues work.

Where does Nottingham RFC play?

The club calls Nottingham, Nottinghamshire home. Use the Google Maps link on this page for directions.

When was Nottingham RFC founded?

Nottingham RFC was founded in 1877.

How can I join Nottingham RFC?

Contact the club using the details on this page and ask about the next training session.

Which other rugby union clubs are near Nottingham?

Nearby clubs in our directory include Mansfield RFC, Newark RFC and Vipers RFC. Each has its own profile below.