Opening Weekend Protocol Following Extreme Summer Weather
The Rugby Football Union has confirmed that the National League Rugby Executive has been granted devolved authority to determine whether fixtures scheduled for the opening weekend of the 2026/27 season can proceed should the extreme summer weather continue to impact playing conditions. Where fixture
National League Rugby Statement: Composition of National 2
Following extensive meetings which involved all of the Northern clubs at Level 4, the composition of National Two has been finalised for next season.
National League Rugby Update: National 2 structure
Following discussions this week between the Rugby Football Union (RFU) and National League Rugby, the 16 Northern clubs set to compete at Level 4 next season have been invited to attend a meeting on the evening of Monday, 8th June.
National One Promotion Details Confirmed
National League Rugby can announce that, following a successful expression of interest process, the teams finishing in the top three positions in National One are confirmed as eligible for automatic promotion or promotion via the play-off system. (Photo Credit: Gareth Siddons)
National League Rugby statement: Matt Salter
National League Rugby is deeply saddened to learn of the death of Clifton Director of Rugby Matt Salter.
ATHLEET’s player wellbeing tool available to National League Rugby clubs
National League Rugby (NLR) has been approached by ATHLEET, who provide a platform for tracking player mindset, well-being, and performance reflections. (Photo Credit: Gareth Lyons)
RFU announce club placings for National League Rugby for 2025/26
The RFU have confirmed the club placings within National League Rugby for the 2025/26 season.
Tier 2 Board confirms plans for 2025-26 season. What does it mean for National League Rugby?
On Thursday, the makeup of next season’s expanded Championship was confirmed. (Photo Credit: Tim Anger)
Old Redcliffians’ Ellis Joseph passes away
National Two West club Old Redcliffians have announced that one of their players, Ellis Joseph, has passed away aged 27.
New National League Rugby Preview Show launched for 2024/25 season
National League Rugby is excited to announce the launch of a new ‘National League Rugby Preview Show’ as part of our fresh vision for the 2024/25 season.