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About the Club
About Swanage & Wareham RFC
Swanage & Wareham RFC is a rugby union club in Swanage, Dorset, founded in 1923. It is a South Dorset club with excellent coastal scenery and competitive rugby in county leagues.
It is one of six rugby union clubs we list in Dorset.
At a Glance
Swanage & Wareham Rugby Club at a glance
Swanage & Wareham RFC is a rugby union club in Swanage, Dorset, founded in 1923. In 2026-27 its first XV plays in Counties 1 Southern South, level 7 of the English rugby union league structure. It is also known as Swanage & Wareham Rugby Club, Swanage & Wareham Rugby Football Club or Swanage & Wareham Rugby.
| Official name | Swanage & Wareham RFC |
|---|---|
| Also known as | Swanage & Wareham Rugby Club, Swanage & Wareham Rugby Football Club, Swanage & Wareham Rugby |
| Code | Rugby union |
| Based in | Swanage, Dorset |
| Founded | 1923 |
| League (2026-27) | Counties 1 Southern South (level 7) |
| Governing body | Rugby Football Union (England Rugby) |
| Contact | See Join & Contact |
| Area guide | Rugby clubs in the South West |
League confirmed from England Rugby, 31 October 2026.
Our Story
History of Swanage & Wareham RFC
Swanage & Wareham RFC formed in 1923, in the years between the two World Wars.
1923
Founded
100+
Years of History
Local Rugby
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Quick Answers
Swanage & Wareham RFC FAQs
What league does Swanage & Wareham RFC play in?
In 2026-27 Swanage & Wareham RFC's first XV plays in Counties 1 Southern South, level 7 of the English rugby union league structure. See how the leagues work.
Where does Swanage & Wareham RFC play?
The club calls Swanage, Dorset home. Use the Google Maps link on this page for directions.
When was Swanage & Wareham RFC founded?
Swanage & Wareham RFC was founded in 1923.
How can I join Swanage & Wareham RFC?
Ask the club about its next training session. The Join & Contact section on this page shows the best way to reach Swanage & Wareham RFC.
Which other rugby union clubs are near Swanage?
Nearby clubs in our directory include Wimborne RFC, Weymouth RFC and Dorchester RFC. Each has its own profile below.
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