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Rugby Clubs in Cardiff

7 Cardiff rugby teams, from the Arms Park to community clubs in Roath, Ely, Rumney and Llanishen. Find rugby clubs in Cardiff below.

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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.

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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.

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FAQs

The RFU registers over 1,900 rugby union clubs in England alone, with a further 800+ clubs across Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. The UK Rugby Club Directory lists 470 of the most prominent clubs. Use the search tool above to find rugby union clubs near you.

Rugby union is played with 15 players per side under World Rugby rules. Rugby league is played with 13 players per side and is strongest in the North of England. Both codes are covered in this directory — use the filter buttons to search union or league clubs separately.

Almost all community rugby union clubs actively welcome adult beginners. Find a club near you using this directory, contact them via their profile page, and ask about beginner or social rugby sessions. Most clubs offer a free trial before committing to membership.

Below the Gallagher Premiership and RFU Championship, the English pyramid runs through National Leagues 1 and 2 and then regional divisions — London & SE, Midlands, North and South West — all the way to county and local league level.

Yes — most rugby union clubs now have dedicated women's and girls' sections. The RFU's Allianz Premier 15s is the top domestic women's league in England, with a full pyramid of regional and county leagues below it.