Rugby in Gloucester

Rugby is a free-flowing game that features a combination of strength, speed and strategy to move a ball into an opponents territory. Rugby is a full-contact sport yet players wear little-or no protective gear. Rugby evolved from football (i.e. soccer) and is often called the ‘game played in heaven’.

Rugby in Gloucester is deeply rooted in the city’s identity, offering both a sporting tradition and a vibrant community atmosphere. The game is celebrated at all levels, from grassroots participation to competitive matches that draw enthusiastic crowds. Players and fans alike share a strong passion for the sport, with training and fixtures providing opportunities for teamwork, discipline, and personal growth. For many, rugby in Gloucester is more than just a game—it’s a unifying experience that brings people together, fostering pride, camaraderie, and a sense of belonging within the city.

Gloucester Old Boys RFC

Gloucester Old Boys RFC

Gloucester Old Boys is one of the oldest and most prestigious clubs within the county. he Old Boys produced many good players who went on to play for Gloucester, Gloucestershire and England. With the advent of league rugby the Old Boys reached South West One status for many years, but now currently play in SW Two.
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Gloucester Rugby Club

Gloucester Rugby Club

In early 2002, Gloucester Rugby was awarded RFU Academy Status. The Gloucester and England Rugby Academy aims to produce outstanding players for both club and country. Players can access the Academy through a variety of routes and are assisted in all areas of their rugby and personal development to attain their ultimate goal of playing for Gloucester Rugby at Kingsholm.
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Gordon League Rugby Club

Gordon League Rugby Club

The Gloucester Gordon League was launched on the 5th of December 1885. The club has since been well served by very many members in the best 'Browning' tradition but, had it not abeen for a frail Victorian Lady who refused to abandon an ideal, The Gloucester Gordon League Rugby Football Club would have never existed.
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