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 Live Scores: How you can help + follow National One and National Two
The 2026/27 National League Rugby season gets underway on September 5th, and after the success of last year’s NLR Live Scores service, we’re reminding clubs and supporters how to keep up to date with some of the most exciting leagues in English rugby. (Photo Credit: Gareth Lyons). Throug
National League Rugby Fixtures: 2026/27
The fixtures for the 2026/27 National League Rugby season have now been released, with a host of intriguing opening-day contests across National One and National Two. (Photo credit: Bev Clough Photography)
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.
Josh and Sam Matavesi eye Cornwall glory as family story comes full circle
As they prepare to face Lancashire in Saturday’s County Championship final, Josh and Sam Matavesi reflect on family, Camborne and the latest chapter in a rugby story rooted in Cornwall. (Photo Credit: Daniel Rule Photography)
Johnson relishing Twickenham return as Lancashire reignite county fire
Lancashire captain Chris Johnson reflects on their return to the Bill Beaumont County Championship Division 1 final as well as Heath’s historic promotion to National Two North. (Photo Credit: PAC Photography)
Champ Rugby Accession Final: Brilliant Blackheath down London Scottish to clinch promotion
Blackheath will join Rotherham Titans in Champ Rugby after a storming display saw Tom Stradwick’s side defeat London Scottish 27-7 in the Champ Rugby Accession Final. (Photo Credit: Owen Lewis)
Russell Ticehurst Interview: “We’ve got a shot at it – and everyone at Blackheath is embracing that”
After relegation from National One in 2022, Blackheath reset and rebuilt. Now, the world’s oldest rugby club have an opportunity to clinch promotion to Champ Rugby. (Photo Credit: Nick King)
What National League Rugby Clubs Can Learn from Ireland’s Community Rugby Culture
Ireland has a big rugby community. And it’s local community rugby culture highlights the impact that strong local ties can have on a club’s success, both on and off the pitch. From developing players to strengthening supporter loyalty, there are lessons that National League clubs can put int