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
National League Rugby renews agreement with Troo
National League Rugby is delighted to announce the continuation of its relationship with nationwide energy consultancy, Troo, for a further two years. Troo joined the National League Rugby network in 2024 and has established reliable partnerships with a number of our 56 clubs, including a long-stand
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
Introducing ‘For Our Clubs’
National League Rugby is built on the strength of its clubs. (Photo Credit: Jonathan Knight) With that in mind, our new ‘For Our Clubs’ page will bring together news, ideas, opportunities and support that should help our clubs grow, connect and thrive. From league updates and best practi
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
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’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)