Birmingham & Solihull RFC
Birmingham, West Midlands
Birmingham club famous for a 28–24 cup win over London Wasps in 2004, when they were 250–1 outsiders.
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This page lists 8 rugby clubs in Birmingham and Solihull so you can compare them quickly, and every club links to a profile with its ground, league and contact details. Birmingham Moseley is the city's best-known club, with roots going back to 1873, while Bournville RFC play at Avery Fields in Edgbaston and recently won promotion to National League 2 West. Across the city, Harborne RFC, Yardley & District RFC and Birmingham & Solihull RFC offer friendly community rugby union.
Rugby Clubs in Solihull
Rugby clubs in Solihull are all rugby union, and the borough has three in our directory. Solihull RFC (founded 1924) is the town's own rugby club; Edwardian FC (Rugby Union) are based at the Memorial Ground on Streetsbrook Road; and Camp Hill RFC play at Haslucks Green Road in Shirley, on the Solihull–Birmingham border. All three run senior, junior and minis rugby, so they are the closest clubs for Solihull, Shirley, Olton and south Birmingham. Other Solihull borough clubs not yet listed, such as Silhillians RUFC at Copt Heath, Knowle & Dorridge RFC and Berkswell & Balsall RFC, can register free.
Rugby Teams in Birmingham and Solihull
To choose a rugby club, decide how far you will travel for training, then contact two or three clubs and ask which teams have space; most offer a free taster session. For clubs across the region, browse Midlands rugby union or the full club directory.
Rugby clubs in Birmingham and Solihull by league level
Birmingham and Solihull rugby clubs cover every level of the English game. Birmingham Moseley play in National League 1 and Bournville in National League 2 West. Stourbridge are in Regional 1 Midlands and Sutton Coldfield in Regional 2 Midlands North. Community clubs such as Camp Hill, Solihull RFC, Harborne and Birmingham & Solihull play in the Counties leagues.
| Club | Area | Founded | League 2026-27 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birmingham Moseley | Moseley | 1873 | National League 1 |
| Bournville RFC | Bournville | 1909 | National League 2 West |
| Stourbridge RFC | Stourbridge | 1876 | Regional 1 Midlands |
| Sutton Coldfield RFC | Sutton Coldfield | 1921 | Regional 2 Midlands North |
| Dudley Kingswinford RFC | Kingswinford | 1887 | Regional 2 Midlands West |
| Camp Hill RFC | Shirley, Solihull | 1893 | Counties 1 Midlands West (South) |
| Old Halesonians RFC | Halesowen | 1953 | Counties 1 Midlands West (North) |
| Birmingham & Solihull RFC | Birmingham | – | Counties 2 Midlands West (East) |
| Harborne RFC | Harborne | 1928 | Counties 3 Midlands West (South) |
| Solihull RFC | Solihull | 1924 | Midlands Counties leagues |
| Edwardian FC | Solihull | 1882 | Midlands Counties leagues |
Leagues confirmed from England Rugby team pages on 31 October 2026.
Which rugby club in Solihull is right for you?
Solihull rugby clubs are all community clubs with adult, junior and minis sections. Solihull RFC (founded 1924) is the town's own club; Edwardian FC (founded 1882) is, despite the "FC", a rugby union club at the Memorial Ground; and Camp Hill RFC (founded 1893) play in Counties 1 Midlands West (South) at Haslucks Green Road, Shirley. All three welcome new players and are the closest options for Solihull, Shirley, Olton and south Birmingham.
If you live further east in the borough, Warwickshire clubs such as Kenilworth and Leamington are an easy drive, and Coventry play in Champ Rugby. See our Warwickshire rugby clubs page.
Starting rugby in Birmingham or Solihull
Most Birmingham and Solihull rugby clubs welcome adult beginners. Start with a club that runs a 2nd or 3rd XV, because you will get regular games while you learn. Many West Midlands clubs also run touch rugby sessions in spring and summer, which is a low-risk way to try the sport.
- Getting there: clubs in Moseley, Bournville and Harborne are reachable by train or bus from the city centre. Sutton Coldfield, Solihull and Shirley are easier by car.
- Levels: if you have played before, the National League clubs train three or more times a week. Counties clubs usually train twice.
- Nearby: north Birmingham players often choose Sutton Coldfield, and the Black Country has Stourbridge and Dudley Kingswinford.
- Pitfall: "Moseley" appears in two listings in our directory, the historic Moseley club and Birmingham Moseley, its current senior side. Check the profile for the right contact.
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Rugby Clubs in Birmingham & Solihull FAQs
What is the biggest rugby club in Birmingham?
Birmingham Moseley is the city's highest-profile club, playing in the National Leagues. Its roots go back to 1873.
Are there rugby clubs in Solihull?
Yes. Solihull has three clubs in our directory: Solihull RFC, Edwardian FC (Rugby Union) and Camp Hill RFC in Shirley.
How many rugby teams in Birmingham do you list?
We currently list 7 clubs in Birmingham and Solihull. More clubs are added regularly.
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