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About the Club
About Oldham RUFC
Oldham RUFC is a rugby union club in Oldham, Greater Manchester, founded in 1878. It is a Greater Manchester rugby union club competing in the North West leagues alongside their league neighbours.
As one of 13 rugby union clubs we list in Greater Manchester, Oldham RUFC gives local players a place to train, compete and belong.
At a Glance
Oldham Rugby Club at a glance
Oldham RUFC is a rugby union club in Oldham, Greater Manchester, founded in 1878. In 2026-27 its first XV plays in Counties 3 Lancashire & Cheshire, level 9 of the English rugby union league structure. It is also known as Oldham Rugby Club, Oldham RFC, Oldham Rugby Football Club or Oldham Rugby.
| Official name | Oldham RUFC |
|---|---|
| Also known as | Oldham Rugby Club, Oldham RFC, Oldham Rugby Football Club, Oldham Rugby |
| Code | Rugby union |
| Based in | Oldham, Greater Manchester |
| Founded | 1878 |
| League (2026-27) | Counties 3 Lancashire & Cheshire (level 9) |
| Governing body | Rugby Football Union (England Rugby) |
| Contact | See Join & Contact |
| Area guide | Rugby clubs in Manchester |
League confirmed from England Rugby, 31 October 2026.
Our Story
History of Oldham RUFC
Oldham RUFC 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 Greater Manchester.
In total, Greater Manchester has 13 rugby union clubs in our directory.
- Altrincham Kersal RFC · Altrincham
- Ashton on Mersey RFC · Sale
- Bolton RFC · Bolton
- Broughton Park FC · Manchester
- Didsbury Toc H RFC · Manchester
- Sale Sharks Women · Salford
- Stockport RFC · Stockport
- Wigan RFC · Wigan
Join & Contact
Join or Contact Oldham RUFC
We don't hold direct contact details for Oldham RUFC yet. You can find the club through England Rugby or by searching for its name on social media.
Contact Details
Oldham RUFCOldham, Greater Manchester
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Quick Answers
Oldham RUFC FAQs
What league does Oldham RUFC play in?
In 2026-27 Oldham RUFC's first XV plays in Counties 3 Lancashire & Cheshire, level 9 of the English rugby union league structure. See how the leagues work.
Where does Oldham RUFC play?
The club calls Oldham, Greater Manchester home. Use the Google Maps link on this page for directions.
When was Oldham RUFC founded?
Oldham RUFC was founded in 1878.
How can I join Oldham RUFC?
Ask the club about its next training session. The Join & Contact section on this page shows the best way to reach Oldham RUFC.
Which other rugby union clubs are near Oldham?
Nearby clubs in our directory include Sale Sharks, Sale Sharks Women and Stockport RFC. Each has its own profile below.
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