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About Swinton Lions
Swinton Lions is a rugby league club in Swinton, Greater Manchester, founded in 1866. It is a Greater Manchester Championship side with a long and proud history, three-time Champions in the 1960s.
For anyone searching for a Swinton rugby club, Swinton Lions is a natural place to start. It is also one of 15 rugby league clubs we list in Greater Manchester, so you can easily compare nearby options below.
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History of Swinton Lions
Swinton Lions dates from 1866, before the 1895 split that created the Northern Union. That breakaway, agreed in Huddersfield, became the game we now call rugby league.
Today, the club carries more than 160 years of history into every season. For players in Swinton, Greater Manchester, that heritage adds real meaning to pulling on the shirt.
1866
Founded
160+
Years of History
Local Rugby
Rugby League Clubs in Greater Manchester
In total, Greater Manchester has 15 rugby league clubs in our directory. So use the links below to compare nearby clubs, grounds and playing levels before you decide.
- Ashton Bears ARLFC · Ashton-under-Lyne
- Eccles & Salford ARLFC · Salford
- Hindley ARLFC · Hindley
- Irlam Hornets ARLFC · Irlam
- Leigh East ARLFC · Leigh
- Leigh Leopards · Leigh
- Leigh Miners Rangers · Leigh
- Wigan Warriors · Wigan
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Join or Contact Swinton Lions
Getting started at the club is simple. First, get in touch to check the next training session and which teams have space.
Then come along, meet the coaches and try a session. Once you are happy, simply register with the club and start playing.
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Swinton LionsSwinton, Greater Manchester
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Swinton Lions FAQs
Where does Swinton Lions play?
The club calls Swinton, Greater Manchester home. For directions, use the Google Maps link on this page to find the ground and plan your journey.
When was Swinton Lions founded?
The club dates from 1866. As a result, it has more than 160 years of rugby league history.
How can I join Swinton Lions?
First, contact the club to ask about training times, membership and which teams have space. In most cases, clubs welcome new players and offer a taster session first.
Which other rugby league clubs are near Swinton?
Scroll down to see other rugby league clubs in Greater Manchester. Because each one has its own profile, you can easily compare grounds and levels.
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