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 extreme summer weather continue to impact playing conditions. Where fixtures ar
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’s ‘Teams of the Season’
Following another memorable National League Rugby campaign, our media team – with input from Directors of Rugby and Head Coaches – selected their ‘Teams of the Season’ for 2025/26. (Photo Credit: Alex Rowles Photography)
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)
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)
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)
Finley O’Sullivan: From Blackheath Under-6s to a crack at Champ Rugby
Once a mascot and mini + junior at the club, Blackheath lock Finley O’Sullivan is aiming to turn his dream into a reality this weekend. (Photo Credit: Nick King)
Birmingham Moseley pushed hard by Oundle but retain National One status
Birmingham Moseley retained their place in the third tier after edging Oundle 19-15 in the National One Accession Final. (Photo Credit: Dennis Dixon).
National 1 Accession Final Preview: Will Birmingham Moseley or Oundle be heading to the third tier?
A clash of rugby stalwarts and ambitious new challengers awaits as Birmingham Moseley face Oundle on Saturday – with victory carrying huge significance for both clubs. (Photo Credit: Dennis Dixon)