We are actively recruiting new players and are keen to grow our squad with players from all levels and age groups. Anyone interested in joining any of our teams, just come down to training on a Wednesday evening (or Saturday afternoon for a home game day); meet the coaches and players - have a chat and see what a great friendly welcoming Club we are.

We welcome players of all ages and ability - even if you've never put on a pair of rugby boots before!

The Open Age Squad train on a weekly basis and play their home games on the same day at the Dr1ve Medicals Arena at St John Rigby College (where possible).

Senior training is Wednesday evening at 7.00pm at the same venue. Training comes in various formats, TickNPass, general fitness and conditioning and strengthening training. All designed to suit the ability and fitness levels of all who come to our training sessions.

Orrell RUFC has a track record of producing quality home grown talent – Notable former players
• Dewi Morris, England & British Lions.
• Austin Healey, England & British Lions.
• Nigel Heslop, England.
• Andy Craig, Scotland.
• Nick Easter, England.
• Wes Davies, (Rugby League international with Wales)
• Gerry Ainscough.
• Simon Haughton, England Rugby league International & Super League Grand Final Winner.

Orrell RUFC also has good affiliations with Lancashire Rugby and players from Orrell RUFC regularly represent the Club at County level.

Founded in 1927, Orrell RUFC has a long and proud history in playing both amateur and professional rugby union and was well known in its heyday for beating Harlequins not once, but six times.

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We are currently planning our centenary celebrations for 2027!

The club combines successful rugby on the field with a friendly family environment and aims to provide the best environment for an amateur club. We have an exciting development plan in place to ensure we continue to improve, grow and develop.

Our Vision

To be an excellent independent sustainable amateur Rugby Union Club and a leading provider of sports facilities in the Orrell area, recognised as a valued contributor to the local community.

The Club also follows the RFU Code of Rugby:

Everyone involved in rugby in England, whether as a player, coach, referee, administrator, parent or spectator is expected to uphold the core values of our sport

Teamwork | Respect | Enjoyment | Discipline | Sportsmanship
• Play to win – but not at all costs
• Win with dignity – lose with grace
• Observe the laws and regulations of the game
• Respect opponents, referees and participants
• Reject cheating, racism violence and drugs
• Value volunteers and paid officials alike
• Enjoy the game

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