The Preview: ‘Derby Weekend’ and local clashes take centre stage in Round Two
With National One and National Two once again representing the highest levels of English domestic rugby available to fans this weekend, expect healthy attendances and high-quality action up and down the land. (Photo Credit: Ian Clark) National One Round Two in National League Rugby is littered with
The Review: National League Rugby returns with comebacks, late drama and statement wins
National League Rugby is back with a bang as high-scoring thrillers, dramatic finishes and absorbing action set the tone for an exciting season ahead. (Photo Credit: Daniel Kerr) National One Camborne made a winning start to life in National One as they edged out Leeds Tykes 38-36 after a pulsating
The Previews: National One
After a thrilling 2025/26 National One campaign – which caught the attention of the national media – we’re strapping ourselves in for another breathless season of third-tier action. (Photo Credit: Plymouth Albion) With Rotherham Titans and Blackheath waving goodbye to the third tie
The Previews: National Two West
There are some eye-catching opening round fixtures in National Two West, with Friday Night Lights kicking off another season at Levels Three and Four. (Photo Credit: Gary Brown) When two of last season’s leading sides meet on opening weekend, it is hard to ignore the potential for that clash to se
The Previews: National Two East
A look ahead to the new season in National Two East, where Oundle have attracted plenty of attention – but don’t sleep on last season’s challengers or the emerging sides looking to make their mark. (Photo Credit: Jonathan Knight) After winning promotion from Regional 1 South East in 2024/2
The Previews: National Two North
With Sedgley Park dropping down to National Two North, and three clubs being promoted, this division could be more unpredictable than ever. (Photo Credit: Bev Clough Photography) After Sheffield’s superb run to the title last season, how will the promotion race unfold in National Two North this ti
Darlington Mowden Park and Newcastle Red Bulls – Striking the balance between ambition and realism
Interview: Newcastle Red Bulls transition coach and Darlington Mowden Park head coach Darren Fearn discusses the clubs’ new long-term partnership and how it could boost player development and shape the future of rugby in the North East. (Photo Credit: Newcastle Red Bulls) There is a new ‘Red
Chairman’s Notes: Looking ahead to the new National League Rugby season
With the blue skies being replaced intermittently by the occasional downpour, let’s hope that, for the overwhelming majority of our clubs, the season can start as scheduled across September 4th and 5th. (Photo Credit: Tim Anger) To that end, I thought it was an opportune time to mention a few thin
Pre-Season Latest: Clubs step up preparations with new campaign just around the corner
Catch up on the latest pre-season action as clubs step up their preparations with the new campaign edging ever closer. (Photo Credit: Andrew Hargraves) National One Friday night saw Cambridge take on old foes Bedford Blues at Goldington Road, but last season’s Champ Rugby semi-finalists proved
Pre-Season: Rams impress, Cornish derby draws epic crowd, Havant shine and Cinderford catch eye
A round-up of selected pre-season fixtures involving National League Rugby teams. Photo Credit: (Kairos Sports Photography) National One Tonbridge Juddians, who finished eighth in National One last season, got their pre-season off to an impressive start as they defeated Kent rivals Canterbury 58-14