Eccles RFC

New Season. New Armour.

Thu 06 Aug 2026 20:16

Eccles Fest 2026

Tue 04 Aug 2026 22:53

This summer the club will host the 14th annual Eccles Fest on Saturday 15th August 2026. As we get closer to the date, this page will be updated with news of … view

Dodd appointed 2XV Captain

Thu 30 Jul 2026 09:55

The club is delighted to confirm and announce Jason Dodd as our 2nd XV Captain for the 2026/27 season. We wish him the very best of luck in his role and ecourage the … view

Burdon appointed Club Captain

Sun 26 Jul 2026 20:40

The club is delighted to confirm Jack Burdon as Club Captain for the 2026/27 Season.  In offering warm congratulations and good luck to Jack on his appointment, the club … view

Lakin appointed Women's Captain

Thu 23 Jul 2026 19:43

The club is delighted to confirm Jenny Lakin as Women's Captain for the 2026/27 Season.  Jenny joined Eccles in 2022, having previously played at Salford University, … view

Allan Chettoe RIP

Tue 21 Jul 2026 09:31

The club is sad to announce the death of Allan Chettoe following a long battle with cancer. Allan joined the club in the early 80’s playing hooker for many years before … view

Home Draw for Eccles in Lancashire Cup

Sat 04 Jul 2026 23:50

Kicking off the 2026/27 season, Eccles will face Aldwinians at Gorton Street on Saturday 5th September, in the first round of the John Burgess Lancashire Cup.   … view

Noel Stack RIP

Fri 03 Jul 2026 10:09

It is with great sadness that the club has to announce the passing of Noel Stack a former player and club member. Noel joined the club in 1972 and played for 5 seasons … view

26/27 Registration and Membership now open

Wed 01 Jul 2026 19:31

The 2026/27 season is on its way and picking up speed. League fixtures for the Mens 1XV, 2XV and 3XV are now published on the website and we expect fixtures for our … view

Women's Head Coach Wanted

Tue 30 Jun 2026 09:44

Eccles RFC are a progressive community rugby club in Greater Manchester with over 400 active players and an ambition to play attractive, competitive rugby at the highest … view

Colin Leigh RIP

Thu 18 Jun 2026 20:13

It is with great sadness that we share the news of the passing of former Eccles player Colin Leigh, who passed away on Friday evening , 8th June, at Royal Bolton … view