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Trojans Rugby Club has been part of Hampshire rugby since 1874, making it one of the county's longest-established clubs. The club plays at Stoneham Lane in Eastleigh, on the northern edge of Southampton.
Trojans RFC is the rugby section of a multi-sport club that also runs cricket, hockey and squash. As a result, the shared site keeps the clubhouse busy all year round. Over the years, the club has produced county and international players.
Trojans rugby is open to everyone, because the club runs men's and ladies' senior sides, a girls' pathway from under-13 to under-18, and mixed junior rugby. So if you are comparing Southampton rugby clubs, Trojans covers men, women, girls and juniors at one site.
Trojans Rugby Club is a rugby union club in Eastleigh, Hampshire, founded in 1874. In 2026-27 its first XV plays in Counties 1 Hampshire, level 7 of the English rugby union league structure. It is also known as Trojans RFC, Trojans Southampton, Southampton Trojans, Trojans Club Southampton or Trojans Rugby Football Club.
Trojans is one of Hampshire's oldest rugby clubs, founded in 1874. It is based in Eastleigh on the northern edge of Southampton, which is why it is often searched for as "Trojans Southampton". It is a multi-sport club, and its rugby section plays in Counties 1 Hampshire in 2026-27. The nearest alternatives are Eastleigh RFC and Tottonians in Totton.
| Official name | Trojans Rugby Club |
|---|---|
| Also known as | Trojans RFC, Trojans Southampton, Southampton Trojans, Trojans Club Southampton, Trojans Rugby Football Club |
| Code | Rugby union |
| Based in | Eastleigh, Hampshire |
| Founded | 1874 |
| League (2026-27) | Counties 1 Hampshire (level 7) |
| Governing body | Rugby Football Union (England Rugby) |
| Contact | Phone, Website – see Join & Contact |
| Area guide | Rugby clubs in Hampshire |
League confirmed from England Rugby, 31 October 2026.
Trojans formed in 1874, just three years after the Rugby Football Union itself. As a result, the club has more than 150 years of history, and a place among the oldest names in Hampshire rugby.
The modern era has brought steady success. Trojans won Hampshire 2 in 1992–93, took the Hampshire 1 title in 2004–05 and 2006–07, and lifted the Hampshire Bowl in 2009 and 2017. They also won the London 2 promotion play-off in 2010–11.
Trojans Rugby Club runs a full pathway, from mixed junior rugby to senior men's and ladies' sides. So check the club website for current Trojans fixtures and training times.
The club's senior competitive side in the Hampshire leagues.
Senior women's rugby, with new players always welcome.
Men's and ladies' second teams for developing and social players.
Relaxed, regular rugby for experienced players.
Under-13, under-15 and under-18 Girls Academy squads.
Mixed rugby for younger children, including under-9s.
Book a taster session or ask about membership at Stoneham Lane.
In fact, Trojans welcomes new players throughout the season, whether you are experienced or brand new to rugby union. First, call the club to check the next training session for your age group.
Then come along to Stoneham Lane and try a session. Once you are happy, simply register as a member and join a team at the right level for you.
Club official? Claim this listing to add an email address and badge.
Celebrating the history and success of Trojans RFC.
Trojans RFC has one of the longest records in Hampshire rugby. In addition, it has won several county titles in recent decades:
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