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About the Club
About Southport RFC
Southport RFC is a rugby union club in Southport, Merseyside, founded in 1920. It is a Lancashire seaside resort club competing in the North West leagues from the Waterloo Ground.
As one of six rugby union clubs we list in Merseyside, Southport RFC gives local players a place to train, compete and belong.
At a Glance
Southport Rugby Club at a glance
Southport RFC is a rugby union club in Southport, Merseyside, founded in 1920. In 2026-27 its first XV plays in Counties 1 Lancashire & Cheshire, level 7 of the English rugby union league structure. It is also known as Southport Rugby Club, Southport Rugby Football Club or Southport Rugby.
| Official name | Southport RFC |
|---|---|
| Also known as | Southport Rugby Club, Southport Rugby Football Club, Southport Rugby |
| Code | Rugby union |
| Based in | Southport, Merseyside |
| Founded | 1920 |
| League (2026-27) | Counties 1 Lancashire & Cheshire (level 7) |
| Governing body | Rugby Football Union (England Rugby) |
| Contact | See Join & Contact |
| Area guide | Rugby clubs in Merseyside |
League confirmed from England Rugby, 31 October 2026.
Our Story
History of Southport RFC
Southport RFC formed in 1920, in the years between the two World Wars.
1920
Founded
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Local Rugby
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Quick Answers
Southport RFC FAQs
What league does Southport RFC play in?
In 2026-27 Southport RFC's first XV plays in Counties 1 Lancashire & Cheshire, level 7 of the English rugby union league structure. See how the leagues work.
Where does Southport RFC play?
The club calls Southport, Merseyside home. Use the Google Maps link on this page for directions.
When was Southport RFC founded?
Southport RFC was founded in 1920.
How can I join Southport RFC?
Ask the club about its next training session. The Join & Contact section on this page shows the best way to reach Southport RFC.
Which other rugby union clubs are near Southport?
Nearby clubs in our directory include Wirral RFC, Liverpool RFC and Sefton RFC. Each has its own profile below.
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