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Bath Rugby
Bath, Somerset
Historic club based at the Recreation Ground in Bath, Somerset, known for their blue, white and black colours.
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Somerset is rugby union country, home to Bath Rugby and a strong network of town clubs. This page lists the 7 Somerset clubs in our directory.
Taunton are the leading community club, alongside Bridgwater & Albion, Weston-super-Mare, Clevedon and Yeovil.
Rugby Clubs by Town
- Bath: Bath Rugby
- Bridgwater: Bridgwater & Albion RFC
- Clevedon: Clevedon RFC
- Nailsea: Nailsea & Backwell RFC
- Taunton: Taunton RFC
- Weston-super-Mare: Weston-super-Mare RFC
- Yeovil: Yeovil RFC
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Somerset rugby clubs
Somerset rugby clubs include one of England's most famous professional clubs, Bath, founded in 1865, and a ring of community clubs in Taunton, Bridgwater, Weston-super-Mare, Clevedon, Nailsea and Yeovil. Taunton play in National League 2 West. Yeovil play in Counties 2 Dorset & Wilts South because of where the town sits.
| Club | Town | Founded | League 2026-27 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bath Rugby | Bath | 1865 | PREM Rugby |
| Taunton RFC | Taunton | 1875 | National League 2 West |
| Bridgwater & Albion RFC | Bridgwater | 1875 | – |
| Weston-super-Mare RFC | Weston-super-Mare | 1875 | – |
| Clevedon RFC | Clevedon | 1921 | – |
| Nailsea & Backwell RFC | Nailsea | 1920 | – |
| Yeovil RFC | Yeovil | 1887 | Counties 2 Dorset & Wilts South |
Leagues confirmed from England Rugby team pages on 31 October 2026, where available.
Rugby near Bath and north Somerset
For rugby near Bath, Bath Rugby's community programmes and the clubs in Bristol and north Somerset are the closest options. Clevedon and Nailsea & Backwell sit between Bath, Bristol and Weston. Players in east Somerset may also find Wiltshire clubs such as Trowbridge, in Regional 1 South West, within reach.
Rugby clubs in Somerset by age: oldest to newest
Our directory lists 7 rugby clubs in Somerset: all 7 rugby union. The oldest is Bath Rugby, founded in 1865, and 5 of the 7 were formed before 1900. Somerset rugby clubs include Bath Rugby, one of the best-known names in English rugby.
| Club | Code | Founded | Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bath Rugby | Rugby union | 1865 | Bath |
| Bridgwater & Albion RFC | Rugby union | 1875 | Bridgwater |
| Taunton RFC | Rugby union | 1875 | Taunton |
| Weston-super-Mare RFC | Rugby union | 1875 | Weston-super-Mare |
| Yeovil RFC | Rugby union | 1887 | Yeovil |
| Nailsea & Backwell RFC | Rugby union | 1920 | Nailsea |
| Clevedon RFC | Rugby union | 1921 | Clevedon |
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.
How to join a rugby club in Somerset
To join a rugby club in Somerset, pick a club near home, contact it and go to training. Somerset rugby clubs are affiliated to the RFU through Somerset RFU. Community clubs such as Taunton, Bridgwater & Albion and Yeovil run several adult teams, so new players can start at the right level.
- North Somerset: Clevedon, Nailsea & Backwell and Weston-super-Mare.
- Central and west: Taunton and Bridgwater & Albion.
- South: Yeovil.
- Bath: Bath Rugby is professional; for community rugby, see nearby clubs on our South West rugby clubs page.
- Contact the club. Ask about training nights and teams.
Sources and further reading
Training, season and costs at Somerset rugby clubs
Somerset rugby clubs usually train on two weekday evenings and play league matches on Saturdays from September to April. Pre-season starts in July or August. Most clubs charge an annual subscription once you play regularly, with lower rates for students, juniors and social members.
- Training: typically Tuesday and Thursday evenings under floodlights in winter.
- Matches: Saturday afternoons for most adult teams; junior rugby is usually on Sunday mornings.
- Costs: subscriptions vary by club, so ask before you sign up. Many clubs let you train a few times first.
Be aware: rugby is a contact sport. Ask any club how it coaches tackling and manages head injuries under the RFU's concussion guidance before you start.
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Rugby Clubs in Somerset FAQs
How many rugby clubs are there in Somerset?
Our directory currently lists 7 clubs in Somerset. If a club is missing, you can register it for free.
What is the best rugby club in Somerset?
Bath Rugby are the county's professional club in PREM Rugby. Among community clubs, Taunton play at the highest level, in National League 2 West.
How do I join a rugby club in Somerset?
Pick two or three clubs near you, check each club's profile for where it plays and how to get in touch, then ask about the next training session. Our guide to finding a rugby club walks you through it.
How many rugby clubs are in Somerset?
We list 7 rugby clubs in Somerset, including Bath Rugby, Taunton, Bridgwater & Albion and Yeovil. The oldest is Bath Rugby, founded in 1865.
Which Somerset rugby clubs welcome beginners?
Most Somerset rugby clubs with more than one adult team welcome beginners. Contact the club and ask about its lower teams and training nights.
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