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Cardiff Metropolitan University RFC
Cardiff, South Glamorgan
University club at the Cyncoed Campus with a reputation for producing international players for Wales and England.
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This page lists 7 rugby clubs in Cardiff, from the professional game to proud community clubs. So if you are comparing Cardiff rugby teams, you can see them all in one place.
Cardiff Rugby is the capital's professional side, playing at Cardiff Arms Park. Alongside it, Cardiff RFC carries the history of one of Wales's most famous clubs.
Community Rugby Clubs in Cardiff
In Roath, St Peter's RFC dates from 1886 and has produced Welsh internationals, including Callum Sheedy. Meanwhile, Glamorgan Wanderers RFC in Ely hosted Wales's first seven-a-side competition in 1939.
Further out, Rumney RFC play at Riverside Park and Llanishen RFC have their own 3G pitch in the north of the city. In addition, Cardiff Metropolitan University RFC develops young players at the Cyncoed Campus.
Cardiff Rugby Teams
Playing Rugby in Cardiff
Welsh club rugby runs under the Welsh Rugby Union, with leagues from the top domestic tier down to local divisions. Because most Cardiff clubs run several teams, you can usually find a level that suits you.
For clubs beyond the capital, browse rugby union in Wales.
Cardiff rugby teams at a glance
Cardiff's rugby teams sit at three levels. Cardiff Rugby are the professional region in the United Rugby Championship. Cardiff RFC (Glamorgan Cardiff) play in Super Rygbi Cymru. Community clubs such as Glamorgan Wanderers, Llanishen, Rumney and St Peter's play in the WRU's community leagues, and they are where most local players start.
| Club | Area | Founded | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cardiff Rugby | Cardiff Arms Park | 1876 | United Rugby Championship |
| Cardiff RFC | Cardiff Arms Park | 1876 | Super Rygbi Cymru |
| Glamorgan Wanderers RFC | Ely | 1893 | WRU community leagues |
| St Peter's RFC | Roath | 1886 | WRU community leagues |
| Llanishen RFC | Llanishen | 1962 | WRU community leagues |
| Rumney RFC | Rumney | – | WRU community leagues |
| Cardiff Met RFC | Cyncoed | – | University and WRU leagues |
Joining a rugby club in Cardiff
To join a rugby club in Cardiff, choose a community club near where you live: Llanishen and Rumney in the north and east, St Peter's in Roath, or Glamorgan Wanderers in the west. Contact the club through its profile and go along to training. Welsh community clubs usually train on Tuesday and Thursday evenings.
Local insight: Welsh club rugby is deeply tied to its communities. Clubhouses are social hubs on match days, and many clubs run large mini and junior sections from age six.
Watch out for the name: "Cardiff Rugby" (the region) and "Cardiff RFC" (the club) are separate teams that share Cardiff Arms Park. Check which one you mean before contacting them.
For the rest of Wales, browse Welsh rugby clubs or read how the Welsh leagues work.
Cardiff rugby clubs by age: oldest to newest
Our directory lists 7 rugby clubs in Cardiff: all 7 rugby union. The oldest is Cardiff RFC, founded in 1876, and 4 of the 7 were formed before 1900. Cardiff rugby teams run from the URC to community clubs in the suburbs.
| Club | Code | Founded | Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cardiff RFC | Rugby union | 1876 | Cardiff |
| Cardiff Rugby | Rugby union | 1876 | Cardiff |
| St Peter's RFC | Rugby union | 1886 | Cardiff |
| Glamorgan Wanderers RFC | Rugby union | 1893 | Cardiff |
| Llanishen RFC | Rugby union | 1962 | Cardiff |
| Cardiff Metropolitan University RFC | Rugby union | – | Cardiff |
| Rumney RFC | Rugby union | – | Cardiff |
Founding years as listed on each club profile in the UK Rugby Club Directory, checked 4 November 2026.
In practice: an older club is not automatically a bigger or stronger one. Check each profile for the club's current league and teams, and ask the club what it runs this season.
Rugby teams in Cardiff at every level
Rugby teams in Cardiff cover every level of the Welsh game. Cardiff Rugby play in the United Rugby Championship at Cardiff Arms Park, and Cardiff RFC play in Super Rygbi Cymru. Community clubs such as Glamorgan Wanderers, Llanishen and St Peter's play in the WRU leagues.
- Professional: Cardiff Rugby (URC).
- Top domestic level: Cardiff RFC (Super Rygbi Cymru).
- Community clubs: Glamorgan Wanderers, Llanishen and St Peter's.
The Welsh Rugby Union is based at the Principality Stadium in the city centre, so Cardiff is the administrative home of Welsh rugby as well as one of its busiest club cities. Rugby clubs in Cardiff come under the WRU, not the RFU.
Sources and further reading
Quick Answers
Rugby Clubs in Cardiff FAQs
Which professional rugby team plays in Cardiff?
Cardiff Rugby is the city's professional side, based at Cardiff Arms Park. It plays in the United Rugby Championship.
What is the oldest community rugby club in Cardiff on this list?
Of the community clubs we list, St Peter's RFC is the oldest, dating from 1886. It has produced several Welsh internationals.
Can I join a rugby club in Cardiff as a beginner?
Yes. In most cases, Cardiff clubs welcome new players. Contact the club first to check training times.
How many rugby clubs are in Cardiff?
We list 7 rugby clubs in Cardiff, from Cardiff Rugby in the URC to community clubs such as Llanishen and St Peter's. All Cardiff rugby teams on this page play rugby union under the WRU.
Who governs rugby clubs in Cardiff?
Rugby clubs in Cardiff are governed by the Welsh Rugby Union (WRU), which runs the Welsh club leagues. The WRU is based at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff.
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