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About Whitehaven RFC (Union)
Whitehaven RFC (Union) is a rugby union club in Whitehaven, Cumbria, founded in 1929. It is a West Cumbrian rugby union club competing in Cumbrian and North West leagues.
For anyone searching for a Whitehaven rugby club, Whitehaven RFC (Union) is a natural place to start. It is also one of 12 rugby union clubs we list in Cumbria, so you can easily compare nearby options below.
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History of Whitehaven RFC (Union)
Whitehaven RFC (Union) formed in 1929, in the years between the two World Wars. Since then, the club has carried amateur rugby through almost a century of change.
That gives the club more than 90 years of rugby in Whitehaven, Cumbria. In addition, generations of local players, coaches and volunteers have shaped its story.
1929
Founded
90+
Years of History
Local Rugby
Rugby Union Clubs in Cumbria
In total, Cumbria has 12 rugby union clubs in our directory. So use the links below to compare nearby clubs, grounds and playing levels before you decide.
- Ambleside RFC · Ambleside
- Barrow RFC · Barrow-in-Furness
- Carlisle RFC · Carlisle
- Egremont RFC · Egremont
- Furness RFC · Barrow-in-Furness
- Kendal RFC · Kendal
- Keswick RFC · Keswick
- Windermere RFC · Windermere
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Join or Contact Whitehaven RFC (Union)
In fact, most rugby clubs welcome new players at any point in the season. Contact the club first, because training times and age groups change from year to year.
After that, simply turn up with boots, a gum shield and water. Coaches usually offer newcomers a taster session before you register as a member.
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Whitehaven RFC (Union)Whitehaven, Cumbria
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Whitehaven RFC (Union) FAQs
Where does Whitehaven RFC (Union) play?
The club calls Whitehaven, Cumbria home. For directions, use the Google Maps link on this page to find the ground and plan your journey.
When was Whitehaven RFC (Union) founded?
The club dates from 1929. As a result, it has more than 90 years of rugby union history.
How can I join Whitehaven RFC (Union)?
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 union clubs are near Whitehaven?
Scroll down to see other rugby union clubs in Cumbria. Because each one has its own profile, you can easily compare grounds and levels.
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