Poole Rugby Club is a community rugby union club based at Turlin Moor Recreation Ground in Hamworthy. Established in 1960, the club welcomes adult men and women alongside junior boys and girls, with no previous rugby experience required. Training and matches generally run between August and May, giving local players opportunities to learn rugby, improve their fitness and join competitive teams within a friendly and inclusive Poole sports club.
Poole Rugby Club provides rugby for adults and children from its clubhouse and sports ground in Hamworthy. It operates as a Community Benefit Society and welcomes players, parents, supporters and volunteers from the local area.
The club was established in 1960 and aims to offer an enjoyable, community-focused environment for both new and experienced players.
The club currently supports:
Its official website lists senior men’s and veterans’ rugby alongside junior teams ranging from under-six to under-11. The club also has dedicated contacts for adult male, women and girls, and mini rugby.

Poole Rugby Club welcomes adults and children, including people who have never played rugby before. Players can join the section appropriate to their age and experience, while parents and supporters are also encouraged to become part of the club community.
Junior sessions are open to boys and girls and focus on learning rugby skills while enjoying the sport. Prospective junior members have previously been offered two free trial weeks, although current arrangements should be confirmed with the club.
The rugby season generally runs from August until the end of May. Training days and match schedules differ between the men’s, women’s and junior sections, so new players should contact the relevant team before attending.
Junior training and activities are commonly held on Sunday mornings during the season, while senior and women’s teams also hold midweek training.
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Facilities at Turlin Moor Recreation Ground include:
Facility availability may depend on the session or fixture taking place.
Anyone interested in joining should contact the club or the relevant section representative before attending. The club can provide current information about training times, age groups, membership costs and trial sessions.

Address: Hamworthy Recreation Ground, Turlin Moor, Blandford Road, Hamworthy, Poole, Dorset
Postcode: BH16 5BW
Established: 1960
Email: poolerfc@hotmail.co.uk
Telephone: 07927 359241
Website: poolerfc.rfu.club